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Unique Homestays
 
Serpentine, Cornwall
 

Grounded style | Homes carved from the earth

 

There are some homes that appear not to be built atop the earth, but emerging from it, as if they have always belonged. Think forms that trace cliff contours, materials sourced from the local landscape, and picture windows that frame edenic views. Rooted in the principles of biophilic design, they blur the line between interior and exterior, deepening our connection to the natural world.

 

Whether nesting amongst trees or unfolding across coastal plains, here we explore dwellings that are shaped by their surroundings while also offering refuge from them. Grounded architecture speaks a language of belonging, where form and setting exist in dialogue.

 
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Mirana, Cornwall
 

Mirana

Cornwall | Sleeps 4

 

Amidst the wooded purlieus of the Helford River, Mirana sits harmoniously in its surroundings. Inside, earthy plaster and tadelakt walls create a sense of tranquility. Outside, a natural swimming pond is lined with native reeds and grasses that help maintain the ecosystem's balance.

 

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Verte, Devon
 

Verte

Devon | Sleeps 10

 

RIBA award-winner Verte emerges from a sylvan glade on the Chevithorne Barton estate, home to the world’s largest collection of oak trees. This contemporary treehouse features an open-plan living space with wraparound glass that frames an ever-shifting tapestry of leaves and light.

 

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