PLAN AN ESCAPE TO…
A COSY CABIN ON A LAVENDER FARM IS THE PERFECT ESCAPE FOR TWO
Farmers’ in Wales
Cossetted in nature but with a dash of adventure, this out-of-the way cabin is set in the beauty and quiet of a pesticidefree farm in the Powys countryside. Farmers’ Welsh Lavender is the reimagining of an old sheep farm by philosopher Bill Newton-smith and journalist Nancy Durham, who have transformed the aging estate into a bustling hive of activity. A stay here promises moments of peace and tranquillity, the chance to explore a working farmstead and, of course, all the benefits of soothing lavender.
PANTECHNICON POWYS
Some time back in the farm’s history, an old removal truck was brought on-site to use as a simple storage shed. Several decades later came the idea to convert it into a little house. First ambitions were modest, but as the assembled team of craftspeople took a closer look, they realised they could create something special. Walls were clad in wood and painted a gold-top shade of double cream, a king-size bed was fitted on a raised mezzanine level, and a generous deck added outside to make the most of the surrounding views. The space was finished with a collection of smart, mid-century furniture and named Pantechnicon Powys, after the old word for the vehicles of travelling furniture sellers. On arrival, freshly baked
bread, butter, jam, milk, tea and wine await you in this cosy hideaway. THE FARM
Few agricultural lands come as enchantingly pretty as this one. Nestled on a gentle hillside, cascading fields of royal purple flowers scent the air and provide the key ingredient for the farm’s line of natural, sustainably packaged skincare and beauty products. Go wild swimming in the farm’s natural pond, tour the lavender meadows and kitchen garden, learn how the plants are grown and distilled, and spend evenings sitting by the embers of a metal firebowl. Don’t leave without visiting the shop to stock up on all things lavender and an assortment of household goods. Double occupancy starts at £90 a night. welshlavender.com