Enjoy an off-grid UK escape at-one with the natural world
Forget rising airfares, strikes & travel disruptions this summer. Leave all that behind and enjoy an off-grid UK escape at-one with the natural world.
YORKSHIRE’S REWILDING STAR Head to Yorkshire’s Broughton Sanctuary to stay in one of the newly renovated holiday cottages, or within the grandeur of the Hall itself. Set within 3,000 acres of beautiful historic parkland, Broughton is an ideal escape for those intentionally seeking an off-grid setting wrapped in sophisticated comforts. Enjoy cold water swimming, a woodland sauna, bike tracks, foraging and wholesome feasting in the Cosmic Garden. The cutting-edge Avalon Wellbeing Centre also offers a heated outdoor pool, tennis courts and amazing wellness facilities including an indoor pool, sauna, steam, classes and an array of therapies. Ideal for those seeking perfect peace combined with high-end holistic living.Prices from £520 for 3 nights in a 1-bed cottage
CONTEMPORARY COOL COUNTRYSIDEIdeal for those seeking modern alternatives to the traditional country cottage, farmhouse or manor, Living Architecture offers a collection of architect-designed cutting-edge holiday homes. Properties include Secular Retreat, nestled on a private hilltop with expansive gardens and views across Devon and to the sea. This is the only private house in the UK designed by world-famous Swiss architect Peter Zumthor (nicknamed ‘the great magician of minimalism’). Or opt for Life House, designed by internationally acclaimed John Pawson and built in a beautiful and remote setting amidst rolling Welsh hills. A place for serenity, the aesthetic is influenced by Japanese design and the architecture of Benedictine Monks. Contemplation areas include a cavernous chamber buried into the hillside with a retractable glazed roof. Prices from £360 per night (based on 7-night stay)
SPLENDID ISOLATION IN SCOTLAND Retreat to Alladale Wilderness Reserve in the remote wilds of the Scottish Highlands just an hour and a half from Inverness. The perfect escape for families or small groups, explore dramatic glens and glistening rivers, spot native wildlife and forage for dinner. The wildlife projects and native tree planting are truly inspiring. The brave can go wild swimming, hiking or mountain biking; there’s bird watching and fishing aplenty. In the incredible beauty of this 23,000-acre utopia, find a remote picnic spot reachable only with a 4×4, and enjoy hearty dishes made from local, seasonal ingredients. Scotland at its best.Prices from £2,750 per week.
