Earth house vacation rentals in Northern Europe

Faun Lodge, Hebden Bridge, eco-built earth house

“Faun Lodge” Hebden Bridge You’re in luck! The resident faun has gone on his travels and has given permission for you to stay in his oh-so-special woodland hide-away! Escape the challenges of the world and be enchanted with the simple yet magical eco-built “Faun Lodge”, with its turf roof, mosaic floor and wood burner. Hidden right in the heart of the semi-rural town of Hebden Bridge in a waterfront natural setting which will encourage you to dream your wildest dreams by day and by night.

Stunning thatched property: Nanny Murphy's Cottage

Featured in the Irish Times, Independent & sustainable building websites; this unique property is all about traditional Irish culture, heritage & passionate craftsmanship. Quiet, cosy and romantic, it boasts many authentic features (cob walls, open fireplace, exposed beams) that transport you back to old Ireland! Includes modern conveniences for comfort. Great central location in beautiful countryside - ideal for exploring Ireland's gems. This isn't just a place to stay - its an experience...

A small paradise facing the Luberon

Independent apartment on the ground floor of an old sheepfold in the Luberon. Romantic garden and large swimming pool. A simple, yet very comfortable retreat in the countryside, only a 10 minutes walk to the village of Ménerbes (classified among "The Most Beautiful Villages of France"). Ideal for people who wish to discover the beauty and diversity of the Luberon region with all its hiking trails, perched villages, markets and art and music events. Dogs are welcome (20 € fee per stay).

Magical Thatch Cottage Authentic & Eco-friendly

Escape the ordinary in our charming, grade-II-listed Welsh cottage. Traditional Welsh crogloft is idyllic for a couple. Two children or one additional adult welcomed upon request, sleeping on the sofa bed. Tight squeeze for 4 adults, please request. This retreat combines historic charm with modern comforts. Full kitchen. Roll-top bath for two. Private garden. A serene space to relax and unwind. Books about the area and OS maps. Experience a truly unique and magical space.

Viking Longhouse / Underground Hobbit Tiny house

This turf covered cabin is a blend of Viking longhouse and underground hobbit hideaway. It's in a beautiful spot in our orchard between the mountains and the sea on our small permaculture farm. Experience camping fire cooking, and clear starlit skies, whilst having a comfy bed, a kitchen, hot water, shower compost toilet and a wood burning stove to cosy round if it gets cold. All on our sustainable ecological farm which has lakes, woodlands and animals to find and explore.

Quinta do Arade - 4-petal house

Located near the historical town Silves, in a area with beautiful nature surrounding it. It has a NATURAL SWIMMING POOL, swim and relax in the clean swimming area while watching hovering dragonflies, butterflies and all the magic of a natural swimming pool. In 2015 the house was completely renovated with an extension built using straw bales that keeps the house cool in the summer an warm in the winter. If you are searching for quality and peace you found the right house!

Original restored turf farmhouse in the highlands

Sænautasel gives you a opportunity to experience living as people did in the olden days in Iceland. You should therefore be aware that there is no electricity. Everybody is sleeping in “Baðstofan”, which the space over the kitchen is called in Icelandic. Breakfast and/or Dinner is available for extra charge. You need to book this in advance at least 2 days prior. If you decide to book 2 nights you should be aware that Sænautasel functions as a guided museum from 12-17 PM.

Infinity pool in Chianti area

On the Chianti hills, portion of an old stone farmhouse from the 1800s, located in S. Filippo, a small hamlet of Barberino Tavarnelle, halfway between Florence and Siena, a 30-minute drive from Florence airport, 1 hour from Pisa airport. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, large living room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen and dining room. Magnificent view of the hills from every window! Beautiful infinity pool with whirlpool area, unheated and open from April to October.

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

Rock House – Pool & Authentic 17th-Century Home

In the beautiful hilltop village of Goult, discover La Maison du Rocher, a fully private home crafted by an antique dealer and architect. An intimate, artistic and romantic space, with a few stairs that belong to its historic charm. During your stay, you will have access to the owner’s lush garden and 12-meter pool, shared with five other calm and respectful homes. The village’s free public parking is one minute away, right in front of Café Le Goultois.

Drummond Tower / Castle

Victoria Drummond Tower was built as a Folly Tower in the victorian period in 1858 by William Drummond Delap as part of Monasterboice House & Demesne. The tower is regarded as a folly tower built in remembrance of his late mother. Recently restored into a small habitable dwelling and is now available for rental for selected months of the year. A very unique and enjoyable place to stay with a vast range of local & historical amenities at your disposal.

The Wash House Ambleside. Cosy with secret garden

The Wash House is an historic cottage on one floor hidden 100m above the centre of Ambleside. Once a wash house, then a sculptor's studio, the Wash House has now been cleverly converted to provide everything needed for a perfect holiday in quite a small space! There is a private sunny terrace garden covered in clematis and wisteria with views of the fells and the rooftops. Restaurants, pubs, shops and walks are on your doorstep. No need for a car!