Mrs Higgs

Retreat from modern life to Mrs Higgs and experience the stillness and simplicity of a bygone era. Originally built in 1835 as a hunting lodge, this historical stone home stands alone in the woods, perfectly preserved in time. There's even a wood-fired hot tub ensuring a little bit of luxury.

Set within a 2500-acre private estate, here you are truly secluded in a world of your own. Too far removed to be connected, Mrs Higgs is completely off grid, with solar powered lighting and refrigeration, water pumped from a local spring and heating provided by wood-burning stoves. A couple of concessions have been made in the form of a gas burning kitchen stove, instant hot water and a flushing toilet (very luxurious - we know!). Bottled water is also provided for drinking and Mrs Higgs is WiFi-free so the noise and busyness of modern life can be left behind.

Upon arrival at the estate, you'll be met at a meeting point where parking is available during the winter months. Here you'll be transferred to an appropriate vehicle and driven to the property. A brief tour will be given before you are left to enjoy the peace and tranquility of Mrs Higgs. Still should you need anything, someone will be available throughout your stay to address any questions or concerns.

Upside-down in design, on entry you'll find yourself upstairs, on a small landing from which two bedrooms can be located; one double and one twin. Tastefully adorned, these rooms are comfortable whilst honouring the history of the property. Down a rustic wooden staircase, you'll find a quaint kitchen/dining area, complete with cooking utensils, gas stove, kettle and refrigeration. Alongside this sits the lounge space which features a vintage leather sofa and wood-burner. Perfect for evenings spent reading, playing board games or roasting marshmallows on the fire.

To the rear of the property you'll find the wooden outhouse. Decorated with a beautiful patinated tile and housing the toilet and hot power shower. Simple living has never been so glorious. Outside, to the front of the property, there's also a fire-pit, hand-crafted dining furniture and a wood-burning hot tub. With the natural world as your only neighbour you can relax and unwind confident in the knowledge of your total privacy.

Features

• Dogs welcome
• Travel cot, high chair and stair-gate
• Arrive/Depart Friday
• Short breaks available
• Hot tub/Outdoor bath
• Wood-burner/Open fire
• Private parking for 2 cars
• No WiFi
• No smoking
• Pub 2 miles
• Barbecue
• 3 wood-burners
• Logs for wood-burners and wood-fired hot tub- first extra large bag free, thereafter £30 cash.