Quabbs Cabin was built with love, reclaimed wood, and a good sense of humour. In this post, we’re sharing seven simple styling tips drawn from our journey — from framing the bed around the view to letting old objects live new lives. Cosy, soulful, and full of character.
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Fancy a dip?
If, like me, you’re partial to a paddle (or a full-on wild swim followed by a biscuit and a flask of tea), then you’re in luck. I’ve gathered up my favourite nearby swim spots—all within half an hour of the cabin. Think clear rivers, peaceful banks, and the odd heron for company. I’ve popped in directions from LD7 1PD and added a few words about staying safe, because while I love a bit of adventure, I love a sensible toe-dip first even more.
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A sea of blue, a moment of magic
each spring, our hidden corners of Mid Wales come alive with a spellbinding shimmer of bluebells. Winding woodland paths and quiet dells near the cabin are transformed into carpets of violet-blue — nature’s own hush falling over the land. Whether you’re wandering hand in hand, snapping photos, or just breathing in that earthy-sweet scent, it’s a fleeting, fairytale season that reminds us to slow down and soak it all in. At Quabbs, the bluebells aren’t just flowers — they’re little messengers of wonder and we love them.
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Traditional picnic season is just around the corner, but why wait until summer (or daylight – see below!) to indulge in the joy of eating outside? After all, a bacon butty and a trusty flask of tea on a crisp spring morning can be just as perfect as any picnic spread on a sunny day. There’s something about enjoying food al fresco — no matter the season — that makes everything taste just a little bit better. Whether it’s that squashed sandwich on a walk, a bit of squished cake, a slightly sandy scotch egg at the beach, or a simple ice cream on a sunny afternoon, food always seems to have more flavour when enjoyed under the open sky.
Picnic Perfection: Baskets, Beautiful Views and Moonbows! Read More »
I don’t remember a time when I didn’t have a camera. It has been a quiet, constant companion, slung over my shoulder, tucked into a pocket, or balanced precariously on a fence post while I stop—again—to capture something that’s caught my eye. I never go out with a fixed plan of what to photograph, but I always go out knowing that I will stop, and I will click.
It doesn’t take much to make a grown man uneasy. In Paul’s case, it’s not horror films, tax returns, or rogue sheep on the road. No, his moments of sheer dread come from four innocent-sounding phrases, uttered with enthusiasm and just a hint of mischief.
No one really says it out loud, do they? The quiet, guilty thought that maybe—just
maybe—we didn’t use lockdown as well as we could have. That in between the fear, the uncertainty, and the sheer weirdness of it all, there was also… time. And now, in the rush of normal life, we secretly long for a bit of that again.
Lockdown Five Years On – Why Do I Secretly Wish For Another? Read More »
Are you craving a retreat that feels like a true escape? A place where the buzz of the world falls away, and the only sounds you hear are the chirping birds, the wind rustling through the trees, and the soft lapping of water from the hot tub? If you’re imagining a stay that combines comfort, character, and a dash of the unexpected, then our cabin in the heart of Mid Wales could be just what you’re looking for.
Here’s why we think our cabin could be your vibe.
