BY: JESSICA BEUKER
In a world filled with constant noise, sometimes it’s hard to take a moment to ourselves to stop and think. Whether we’re on a packed subway during our morning commute, hunched over our laptop keyboard while the dull clicking nearly puts us to sleep, or reaching for our smartphones every single time we hear that annoying little ding, we go through the motions like zombies – bored, exhausted, salivating at the mouth for just a taste of a different life.
I’m sure most of us at one time or another have dreamt of packing everything you need into a backpack and just getting away from it all. The thought looms at the front of our brains, only to be pulled back by the dreaded reality of responsibility.
While you might not feel comfortable going completely off-grid, there are ways to give yourself a little break every now and again. Renting a small cabin in the woods for example, could provide you with the literal breath of fresh air you’ve been longing for. Disconnect from the city, your responsibilities and most importantly, your electronic devices for a weekend in the woods and we guarantee you will return home feeling happier than ever.
Westover Bed and Breakfast
This tiny bed and breakfast sits nestled in a grove and is surrounded by 3 acres of land. The cozy cabin has beautiful natural lighting and has a beautiful outdoor clawfoot tub, so you can soak in a bubble bath under the stars.
Location: Salt Spring Island, BC, Canada
Accommodates: 2 people
Price: $122 per night (CAD)
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Gingerbread Cottage
Surrounded by a grove of tall and lush cedars, this quaint cottage features a fireplace, a deck and even a solarium to soak up the sunshine. The cottage is connected to Lily Point Park, a beautiful 250 acre marine park with trails and one mile of ocean beach and tidelands. You’ll never want to leave.
Location: Point Roberts, WA, United States
Accommodates: 2
Price: $136 per night
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Romantic cottage
Originally used as a corn and crop barn, the two-storey cottage has a bedroom, bathroom and living area. The cottage is located in a tiny village and is surrounded by a massive yard, complete with a pond and a stunning view of mountains in the distance.
Location: Trieblach, Carinthia, Austria
Accommodates: 2
Price: $125 per night
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Cabin with View
Get away from the city and really experience what it’s like to live off-grid. This cabin comes with just the bare necessities, which means no electricity. With sunlight streaming in during the day, in the evening time the cabin is illuminated via candlelight. There is a pump outside for fresh water and a wood stove for heating and cooking. There are many trails in the area and two lakes, which are about 1 km away, where you can sit back, relax and fish.
Location: Lier, Buskerud, Norway
Accommodates: 12
Price: $40 per night
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Mushroom Dome Cabin
The geodesic dome cabin features a main floor with a couch that doubles as futon, and a mini kitchenette with fridge, hotplate and toaster oven. The bathroom has a Travertine shower, sink and a self-contained composting toilet. The loft area features a bed and has stunning views of the surrounding trees. The dome sits on 10 acres of open land which is perfect for hiking, bird-watching, star-gazing and enjoying a cup of coffee on the deck.
Price: $156 per night
Location: Aptos, CA, United States
Accommodates: 3
Price: $164 per night
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Redwood Treehouse
Live out your childhood dream by staying in this magical treehouse located in the Santa Cruz mountains. The fairy tale-like abode even has a tree growing right through the middle of the main living area. The cabin also has a bedroom, kitchen, full bathroom, and even a hot tub for winding down at the end of the day. The treehouse is nestled in the Redwood forest, which means you will have plenty of time to explore all of the nature that surrounds you.
Location: Corralitos, CA, United States
Accommodates: 2
Price: $125 per night
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