The Scandi Cabin at The Fold

• Sleeps: 2
• Bedroom: 1
• Bathroom: 1
• Minimum stay: 2-3 nights

The Fold is a sumptuous collection of hand-built escapes, privately secluded on a family-run Hereford sheep farm. Part of a vast woodland pasture, there’s a wide array of birds to spot, as well as grazing sheep and diverse plant life.

Part of the fourth family generation (and counting!) to farm here, owner Matthew so enjoyed splashing in the brooks and playing on the land as a child, that he felt compelled to share its beauty with guests – in the most creative and environmentally-friendly way possible.

A professional builder himself, Matthew’s plan for The Scandi Cabin was so impressive and inspiring, that its creation was captured on a 2024 episode of the popular Channel Four show, George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. Awed co-presenter Will Hardie described the cabin as feeling like “a luxury Scandinavian hotel”, which is no mean feat for an authentic off-grid space!

Indeed, every holiday indulgence you can think of is ably supplied. As George Clarke himself mentioned, “no Scandi design is complete without a sauna”, so you’ll find one out on the deck… along with a wood-fired hot tub for stargazing. There’s also an al fresco pizza oven, and a Kamado Joe barbecue-cum-oven for sublime sunset suppers.

What of the soft-toned, woodland-inspired interior? There’s a cosy superking bed with a window perfectly positioned above, so you can drift off into a dreamy night of slumber under a canopy of stars.

You’ll find a glorious copper roll-top bathtub underneath the huge window, too, just waiting to be filled with bubbles. Oh, and the ensuite bathroom comes equipped with a piping hot shower and a state-of-the-art compost loo.

The sleek, well-equipped kitchen means you can whip up feasts of just about every description, against a soothing backdrop of whispering trees. Meanwhile, the living space is home to a plush sofa that stretches across the room, to showcase the Will Hardie-described “very special landscape” beyond.

At a glance

• A ‘wow-factor’ TV-featured cabin, built with Scandi-style sustainable luxury in mind.
• The off-grid cabin is located on a family-run farm and woodland pasture in the heart of Herefordshire.
• The cabin sleeps two adults in indulgent comfort, with a stargazing window above the bed and a rolltop bathtub for opulent bubble-soaks-with-a-view.
• Along with a pizza oven and barbecue, the expansive deck is home to a wood-fired sauna and hot tub for stargazing bliss!
• There is ample scope for hiking and outdoor activities in the local area, with Offa’s Dyke, the Black Mountains, and the Wye Valley close by.

Features

• Adults Only
• Hot Tubs
• Off-Grid

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Simply light the fire to feel ridiculously warm and cosy by evening… it’s the epitome of that iconic Scandinavian word, hygge.

You may find it nigh-on impossible to leave this beautiful corner of Herefordshire, which is only to be expected! But if you can tear yourselves away, this is the perfect setting from which to lace up your hiking boots and head straight into nature. Indeed, if you’d rather not use the car, you’ll find plenty of public woodland trails to explore straight from The Fold.

Offa’s Dyke is a mere stone’s throw away, or get wonderfully lost in the rolling Wye Valley hills. There’s plenty of scope to indulge in outdoor activities galore, from canoeing and cycling to climbing to abseiling and golf.

You could also pay a visit to the many historic towns and castles that surround the area, hole yourselves up in a traditional country pub, or go antique-hunting in Hay-on-Wye, for a beautiful and sustainable break that’s designed by you.

Things to note

The Scandi Cabin does not accept dogs, however the other accommodation at The Fold is pet-friendly. Babies are welcome but please bring your own cot and equipment. Please note that access to the cabin is along a stoned 400m track which is not lit, so you will need to bring torches and appropriate footwear. A discount is available for guests who bring their own towels and robes – please see the property website for details. Note that there are no 3-pin plugs, but you will have solar USB charging plugs for devices, along with Wi-Fi if needed.

Current Offers

£100 OFF stays in June and July