Earth homes

Cob Cottage

Channel the pursuit of pause in this one-of-a-kind earth house. The cozy retreat was hand-sculpted using local and sustainable natural materials, and features a central living space with cantilevered slab stairs leading to the loft bedroom. Guests have access to the entire cottage and surrounding property. We live in the neighbouring house, and are happy to give advice or answer questions to help you make the most of your stay. The neighborhood is quite rural and mostly agricultural with several farms and a small private vineyard. The home is a 10 minute walk from the beach and a 20 minute walk from a family grocery and deli specializing in local organic produce. Mayne Island has a small community bus. Times and routes are limited, particularly in the winter. It will stop at the driveway. We also have an official hitch hiking system with signed Car Stops where you can wait for a ride. Usually you don't have to wait long. We are happy to offer pickup and drop off at the ferry dock as a courtesy to encourage car-free travellers, on days when the community bus is not running. Please let us know ahead of time that you'll be coming without your own transportation, and we will make sure that either we or the community bus (which will drop you off at our driveway) are there to meet you when your ferry arrives. The BC Ferries terminals near Victoria and Vancouver are easily reachable via public transit from their respective airports and downtowns.

Mid-Century Glass Octagon in the Berkshires

This architectural gem with wrap-around glass windows welcomes guests with its uniquely-designed, informal interior set on 7 private woodland acres. Cozy up around the wood-burning fireplace with floor to ceiling windows as a backdrop, or sit on the expansive deck around the firepit gazing at the stars. Use as a home base for the wonderful cultural and outdoor activities in the area, or enjoy nature in luxury without ever leaving home. *Book midweek for discounted rates IG@midcenturyoctagon

Casa Igarapé: Eco cabin on land with hydro and view

A Casa Igarapé é uma cabana ecológica no pé da Serra de Igarapé, feita com terra crua, aço, madeira e cerâmica. Integrada à paisagem, tem varanda e spa com hidro aquecida e vista aberta para as colinas, pôr do sol intenso e céu estrelado, longe das luzes da cidade. Silêncio quase absoluto, quebrado apenas por tucanos e siriemas. Ideal para trabalho remoto com concentração. Entre Itaúna e Inhotim, perfeita para casais de Belo Horizonte e região ou de outras cidades em busca de paz e aconchego.

Pearse River Hobbit House bike trail, hike, fish

An overnight stay you will alway remember! Relax in this unique above ground Hobbit House. Lovingly hand-built. Sleeps 2 to 4 (two double beds). Solar and battery-powered lights. Wood heat. Outside kitchen with cold water tap. Custom antique style ice box. Propane cooker. Barbeque. Shower with On-demand hot water. Composting toilet. Hobbit House is nestled on a lifestyle block in beautiful Pearse Valley with lovely rural outlook. 1 km walk to lovely waterfall. Close to trout fishing.

The Buried House (La Casa Enterrada)

The "buried house" is the second project of the new touristic center called "Centinela de Matanzas". The name of the house comes from its exclusive design, It was built underground in a natural ravine to find a balance between the view of the sea and its surroundings, visually polluting as little as possible. The "burried house" has 110 square meters built on two floors embedded in a natural ravine and a terrace of 50 square meters above at 100 meters over the sea level.

The Bread Oven

Charming old half-timbered bread oven, located on the edge of the stream, it consists of: - Living room with a wood-burning stove, - Kitchen, - Upstairs: - shower/WC room accessible by a miller ladder (see photos), -bedroom with a 160 x 200 bed overlooking the stream, accessible by a miller ladder (see photos), Bedroom and bathroom do not communicate. Garden furniture, BBQ, private parking, firewood included Note: another cottage, the Stone House, is 100 m away

"Hobbit" House, Les Petits Bonheurs

Unusual accommodation in a "hobbit" atmosphere nestled at the bottom of a wild garden overlooking the city. Access is via a hiking trail (steep). The accommodation consists of a living room with fireplace, a small kitchen, an alcove for the bedroom, a small bathroom, a terrace with views of the valley and the city (1 km away), and new, a wood-heated bath (except summer) Candles and music are available for the atmosphere Ideal romantic getaway or timeless moment!

Earth Dome

Recognized by Revista ED as one of Chile’s top 5 architectural Airbnbs, @Puyacamp invites you to stargaze, disconnect and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Central Chile’s native forest. Enjoy exclusive unlimited access to a private wood-fired hot tub, forest trails, hammocks, a natural quartz bed, and a stunning eco-friendly biopool. Our mission: regenerate the land through reforestation and nature-based solutions. Come breathe, rest, and reconnect.

Hill Den - Silver County - Hobbit Den

Silver County is perfect for Tolkien fans, as here they can have the experience of spending the day as a hobbit! The Hill Burrow is one of the houses and, of course, in addition to the round door, it is also underground! Most of our County was built by the hands of our family! From the walls of the Lair to the bed where you will rest! Enjoy the simplicity of a hobbit's life, rest, enjoy nature, light a bonfire and of course: eat!