Cool cabins around the world you can stay in

Cool and cosy cabins around the world

Is there anything better than a cosy cabin in a beautiful location? Think bold designs, stylish interiors and, of course, jaw-dropping scenery.

From a mirrored home that melts into the Canadian wilderness to a designer treehouse in the wilds of California, read on to step inside the coolest and cosiest cabins in the world...

Modern designer cabin, British Columbia, Canada

Secluded in a pristine woodland in the depths of the Canadian Rockies, this contemporary home was architecturally designed by Form and Forest.

Moments from walking routes and the Blaeberry River, this is the ultimate wilderness retreat – but there's nothing rustic or traditional about it.

Modern designer cabin, British Columbia, Canada

Despite its secluded location, the cabin is state-of-the-art and looks more like a modern mansion than a cabin in the woods. There’s a gorgeous living room with a soaring ceiling, panoramic windows and a log-burning stove, as well as a dining room and a designer kitchen.

Modern designer cabin, British Columbia, Canada

Perfect for eight guests, there are two queen-size bedrooms and a sleeping loft. Immaculately crafted, beautifully warm and kitted out with everything you could need for a luxurious escape in the wilderness, this amazing cabin ticks all the boxes of a dream home.

Evergreen Cabin, Sussex, UK

Nestled in the heart of a pine woodland in Sussex, England, the Evergreen Cabin is eco-friendly, stylish and unique. The two-storey structure was built from redundant shipping containers, while recycled materials such as corrugated metal and timber have been used to complete the striking retreat.

Evergreen Cabin, Sussex, UK

It was also constructed to have minimal impact on the environment and solar panels power the home’s electricity.

Indoors, you’ll find all you could want and need. Downstairs, there’s a snug lounge, a fully equipped kitchen and a dining zone. A metal spiral staircase leads upstairs, to where two comfy bedrooms and a bathroom are located.

Evergreen Cabin, Sussex, UK

Thanks to large windows, every room frames amazing views of the woodland beyond. Don’t fancy spending your time indoors? Well, the property comes with a brilliant deck, decorated with festoon lights. There’s an alfresco dining spot, a firepit and even a hot tub where guests can while away the hours.

Beehive cabin, Texas, USA

Nestled in the heart of nature in Van Zandt County, Texas, this is proudly North America's first beehive-shaped retreat. Known as the HoneyHive, the dinky property is quirky, cosy and surrounded by truly dreamy scenery. Let's head inside...

Beehive cabin, Texas, USA

The building is made up of three interconnected, hexagon-shaped pods that seem to balance on top of one another. On the ground floor, you'll find a lovely living space, with a mini kitchen and sitting zone. The first floor boasts a luxe bathroom with a free-standing tub, positioned right by a window for picture-perfect views while you soak.

Beehive cabin, Texas, USA

Yet the best part of the cabin has to be its idyllic bedroom. Located on the top floor, it has a sitting area and a nook, fitted out with a big mattress and snug duvet. A honeycomb-shaped window provides dreamy vistas and makes the nook a romantic and cosy place to read a book, stargaze or fall asleep.

Jude cabin, South Australia, Australia

Have you ever fancied going off-grid in the heart of the Adelaide Hills? Well, now's your chance.

Created by CABN, this cosy little hideaway offers visitors the chance to escape the hubbub of daily life, disconnect from the digital world and immerse themselves in nature.

Located in one of Australia’s most attractive areas, McLaren Vale, the cabin is entirely sustainable, so you won't be distracted by your carbon footprint either.

Jude cabin, South Australia, Australia

Named after the founder's mother, Jude is said to be warm, caring and inviting. Positioned inside 180 acres of natural scrubland, the retreat also neighbours a conservation park that boasts waterfalls, hiking trails and glorious scenery.

Inside, the pad is contemporary and minimalist, with exposed timber walls and charcoal accents. Warm and welcoming, it's fully insulated and offers a king-sized bed, a cosy reading nook and a small but practical kitchenette. The lounge area doubles as an additional sleeping space, too.

Jude cabin, South Australia, Australia

During chilly nights, keep warm by the log-burning stove or head outside to your private firepit – the perfect spot to huddle together. Plus, thanks to the cabin's off-grid location, there's also the chance guests will spot kangaroos and koalas during their stay – and with such vast amounts of glazing, you won't miss a thing!

Varden cabin, Hammerfest, Norway

It might look like an unusual rock formation, but this cabin serves a very cool purpose. Designed to promote hiking in the mountains near Hammerfest, Norway, the hut is almost one with its rocky surroundings.

Commissioned by the Hammerfest chapter of the Norwegian Trekking Association, it was curated by SPINN Arkitekter and FORMAT Engineers. The two firms worked together to create a retreat that could withstand the region's extreme climate.

Varden cabin, Hammerfest, Norway

The cabin gets its unique shape thanks to 77 individual timber panels, slotted together over a cross-laminated timber shell. The result is a warm, cocoon-like hut that is entirely resistant to icy Arctic winds, rain and blizzards. In fact, it was tested against a wind simulator to ensure it could withstand even the most extreme gusts, before being transported to the mountain.

Varden cabin, Hammerfest, Norway

Inside, there's just 161 square feet of space, decorated with simple, warm wood. Perfect for weary hikers, wooden benches have been built into the walls, while tables and stools provide spots for dining or resting.

With no artificial light, climbers have to rely on the hut's wood-fired stove and lanterns for illumination at night, while during the day they can take in views thanks to the huge, angular window.

The Reservoir Pod, Cape Town, South Africa

The Reservoir Pod is located in stunning Hout Bay, South Africa, and would be the ultimate place to escape when life gets on top of you.

Measuring just 156 square feet, the modern cabin was constructed from solid reclaimed pine and finished with black charred timber and a corrugated roof, allowing it to seamlessly melt into its rugged surroundings.

The Reservoir Pod, Cape Town, South Africa

Despite its size, the teeny tiny home has everything a couple could need for a warm and comfortable break. There's a small but functional kitchen, an office desk, a spacious queen-sized bedroom and an en suite bathroom. There’s also a mini wood-burning stove and electric blankets for when the temperature begins to drop.

The Reservoir Pod, Cape Town, South Africa

As for interior décor, the property is laid-back and rustic, with exposed pine walls, ceilings and floors and plenty of industrial touches, including a homemade concrete basin that was crafted from sand sourced from the surrounding land.

Truly one with nature, the cabin boasts folding glass doors that connect the bedroom to a covered outdoor deck with mountain and sea views.

Cosy log cabin, Scottish Highlands, UK

Situated in the majestic Scottish Highlands, between the Glens of Affric and Strathfarrar, Eagle Brae offers a wilderness retreat like no other.

Fully sustainable, the luxurious log cabin was custom-made using Western Red Cedar and boasts a grass roof that allows it to seamlessly blend into its gorgeous rural setting.

Cosy log cabin, Scottish Highlands, UK

Known as Parus, the cabin is enclosed by mountains and lochs, close to Strathfarrar pinewood forest. With hiking trails and fishing spots on its doorstep, it's the ideal place for lovers of the great outdoors. Though off-grid, the rustic cabin provides all the comforts of home.

Cosy log cabin, Scottish Highlands, UK

Inside, there's an open-plan living area, a dining space and a kitchen. Upstairs on a mezzanine floor, you'll spot cosy bed pods, an office space and a double bedroom, all with exposed log walls, timber floors and ceilings, and plenty of tactile soft furnishings that add to its charm.

Skylark Cabin, Canterbury, New Zealand

Positioned in an awe-inspiring landscape in the shadows of Ben Ohau mountain in Canterbury, New Zealand, Skylark Cabin epitomises the beauty of simple timber structures.

Designed by architect Barry Connor, the property was conceived as a vacation retreat that truly makes the most of its surroundings.

Skylark Cabin, Canterbury, New Zealand

The homeowner wanted the cabin to be simple and honest, while fully connecting with the environment. Orientated towards the Black Hills and Backbone Peak, the tiny home has an angular roof that was inspired by the skylarks that occupy the area.

It also has a glazed gable at the front, allowing for seamless views of the landscape beyond. The exterior is clad in a rough-sawn larch timber rainscreen, which protects it from the area's alpine climate.

Skylark Cabin, Canterbury, New Zealand

Spanning 538 square feet, the interior has been finished with contrasting light beech plywood with black-edged detailing.

Inside, there's a living area, kitchen, dining space, bedroom and bathroom. In the bedroom, a viewing window has been installed in the ceiling, allowing the lucky occupant to wonder at the famous stars found inside the protected Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.

Prairie Treehouse, California, USA

Designed by the experts at O2 Treehouse, this stunning woodland retreat was built to harmlessly co-exist with its natural surroundings.

Elevated off the ground, access can be gained via a long, 50-foot bridge, which leads to a floating open deck that’s perfect for soaking up the forest scenery.

Prairie Treehouse, California, USA

Constructed using O2 Treehouse’s unique Equilibrium System, the luxury treehouse is formed from modular foundations and an insulated panel system. Prefabricated in a factory and shipped to the site, the zero-impact retreat is both striking and eco-friendly.

Prairie Treehouse, California, USA

Inside, the sustainable structure was curated to make the most of the view. Floor-to-ceiling windows and ample skylights frame dazzling views of the sky from almost every space, while filling the interior with sunlight. There’s a reading nook, a fold-out bed and a composting toilet – all you need when disconnecting and immersing yourself in nature.

Ufogel, Nussdorf, Austria

Ufogel is an open-plan holiday home located in Nussdorf, Austria. Made almost entirely from larch wood, the multi-functional living space is just over 480 square feet.

Access to the ground is via a bridge, so the structure almost appears to float on top of the meadow where it's sited.

Ufogel, Nussdorf, Austria

The marvellous tiny home boasts large picture windows, which provide panoramic views of the Lienz Dolomites. The curved timber structure is covered with traditional shingles that help create a warm and snug interior.

Ufogel, Nussdorf, Austria

The contemporary cabin has underfloor heating and a wood-burning stove for the colder months, and an air-conditioning unit for milder days. The bedroom zone has two beds that are separated with a screen that adds extra privacy to the small space.

Pleasant Bay Lookout, Washington, USA

Nestled in the forest overlooking the Salish Sea, Pleasant Bay Lookout is, on paper, one simple room measuring just 121 square feet. In reality, it's so much more!

Set in the heart of nature, the entire back wall of the cabin is made of glass that frames stunning views over the ocean below.

Pleasant Bay Lookout, Washington, USA

Available to rent via Airbnb, staying in the lookout means forgoing some home comforts – the bathroom is 40 seconds away along a wooden walkway  but the peace, solitude and connection with nature more than make up for it. Any guests planning a stay at the overnight shelter need to be fit and mobile, as it sits off the main road at the bottom of a set of steps.

Pleasant Bay Lookout, Washington, USA

Inside, the woodland cabin has a comfortable recliner as well as a modern sofa that converts into a bed. The timber-clad ceilings only add to the welcoming, rustic aesthetic, while the numerous windows and doors allow light to flood the living space.

Coastal cabin, Navidad, Chile

Clad entirely in reclaimed oak, this coastal cabin in Navidad, Chile is spectacular and sustainable in equal parts. Nestled on a steep hillside 262 feet above the Pacific Ocean, La Loica was designed by the team at Croxatto and Opazo Architects as a holiday home that would seamlessly blend in with its surroundings.

Manufactured from reclaimed timber, the cabin was treated with petroleum oil, which provides a barrier against marine corrosion.

Coastal cabin, Navidad, Chile

With the appearance of a lookout tower, the clifftop cabin is formed from a series of compact stacked cubes that minimise the structure's impact on the environment.

It sits on a hidden platform, supported by pressure-impregnated wood, while the home's narrow design ensures it's protected against the area's blustery winds.

Thanks to large picture windows that face the ocean, the cabin benefits from breathtaking views from every living space.

Coastal cabin, Navidad, Chile

One of two cabins positioned on this coastal stretch, La Loica – meaning The Crazy – measures just 215 square feet. Meanwhile, the other residence, known as La Tagua, spans 269 square feet.

The interior of each upcycled tiny home is decorated with recycled wood, which provides natural insulation and a rustic, streamlined feel. There's a lounge, dining room, bathroom and kitchen, as well as a mezzanine bedroom that truly makes the most of the view.

Mirror House, Quebec, Canada

Nestled in the heart of Charlevoix Forest in the Petite-Rivière-Saint-François area of Quebec, Canada, this incredible property is almost invisible from certain angles. That's because the modern cabin boasts a 40-foot-long mirrored window, which reflects the landscape, allowing the exterior of the hut to all but disappear.

Mirror House, Quebec, Canada

Aptly named the Mirror House, the immersive retreat is decked out with everything guests could need for an unforgettable weekend away. There's an open-plan living area with a dining space, lounge and kitchen, as well as a queen bedroom and a bunk room.

Mirror House, Quebec, Canada

Despite its small size and rural location, the cabin can accommodate up to six people at a time and is very luxurious, thanks to a walk-in shower, heated floors, air conditioning and a spa bathroom.

A log-burning stove keeps guests toasty even during a snowstorm, while the home’s floor-to-ceiling windows frame unbelievable views.