Creating a Luxury Holiday Rental from the Ground Up

Every hospitality project starts with finding the right partner.

When we first met Jess at the 2025 Glamping Show, she was looking for more than a cabin supplier. She wanted a team that could help shape the entire project, from the earliest design decisions through to construction, delivery and completion.

The quality of the build was central to her decision. The cabin needed to feel substantial, beautifully finished and capable of becoming the hero of a completely new luxury holiday rental business. It was not simply accommodation; it would be the centrepiece of the guest experience and the foundation of The Wild Root brand.

Our joined-up design-and-build approach was equally important. With our designers, makers and project team working together under one roof, we could offer a more efficient and cohesive route from concept to completion. This allowed Jess to develop her interior vision alongside the practical requirements of the build, while keeping the process clear, coordinated and moving forward.

She arrived with a beautifully curated moodboard and a strong sense of the peaceful countryside retreat she wanted to create. Our role was to translate that vision into a high-quality, fully considered cabin that worked creatively, practically and commercially.

The Brief: Designing the Wild Root Cabin

Using our pre-engineered Signature Cabin as the starting point, our design team developed a highly customised scheme that combined Jess’s vision with our experience in cabin design, construction and hospitality.

With our designers, makers and project team working together from the outset, every element – from the layout and glazing to the materials and detailing – was carefully coordinated with both the finished aesthetic and the practicalities of the build in mind.

The result is the Wild Root Cabin: a contemporary rural retreat that showcases the flexibility and quality of our Signature Cabin range.

Key features include:

A panoramic stargazing window above the bed
Bespoke interior detailing, including a unique curved comfy reading ‘nook’
Natural textures, including reclaimed timber panelling
A spacious open-plan layout
Premium finishes for year-round comfort

Our role was to create more than a beautiful cabin. Every detail was designed to support the guest experience while balancing comfort, durability and a strong connection to the surrounding landscape.

A Hero Luxury Holiday Rental

From the outset, we designed the Wild Root Cabin to act as the flagship accommodation on site – a distinctive hero cabin that would anchor the wider brand and give the business a strong visual identity.

Drawing on our experience in hospitality design, we developed the premium Signature Cabin as the flagship accommodation within the wider site. Positioned alongside the two shepherd’s huts, it adds a distinctive, higher-end offering that broadens guest choice, supports a premium price point and gives The Wild Root a powerful hero space for its marketing.

For hospitality businesses, a well-designed hero cabin can become far more than accommodation. It creates a memorable marketing asset, gives guests an aspirational space to book and helps a destination stand out in an increasingly competitive market.

From Workshop to Woodland

Earlier this year, one of the most exciting moments of the entire project arrived.

The completed cabin left our Devon workshop and was transported to site, where it was craned into position in a single day.

It’s always a milestone we’ll never tire of seeing. After months of design, planning and construction, watching a bespoke cabin take its place in the landscape is incredibly rewarding.

For Jess, it was the first opportunity to experience the space in person.

Our first look at the cabin – and it exceeded every expectation. Designing from plans is always a leap of faith, but seeing it built and stepping inside was such a moment. The craftsmanship is beautiful, and the space feels even better than we imagined. We genuinely didn’t want to leave, and we’re now even more excited to bring it home and start welcoming our guests!

— Jess, The Wild Root

A Luxury Holiday Rental Ready to Welcome Guests

Since opening in summer 2026, it has been rewarding to see the Wild Root Cabin begin its life as the flagship of the wider business.

The finished cabin reflects what our joined-up design-and-build approach is intended to achieve: a distinctive, high-quality space that feels memorable to guests, performs commercially and sits naturally within its surroundings.

As the hero accommodation on site, it gives The Wild Root a strong visual identity while demonstrating how thoughtful design, considered detailing and quality construction can elevate the entire guest experience and brand.

If you’d like to experience the Wild Root Cabin for yourself, you can book your stay directly through The Wild Root website.

You can also browse more of the cabins we’ve designed and built on our Stay in Our Cabins page.

What is the Wild Root Cabin?

The Wild Root Cabin is a bespoke luxury cabin designed and built by Life Space Cabins for The Wild Root hospitality business. It serves as the site’s premium guest accommodation alongside two shepherd’s huts.

Is the Wild Root Cabin available to book?

Yes. The Wild Root Cabin is available as a luxury holiday rental. You can book your stay directly through The Wild Root website.

Can Life Space Cabins design a bespoke luxury holiday rental?

Absolutely. We specialise in designing and building bespoke cabins for hospitality businesses, glamping sites, boutique accommodation providers and private clients across the UK. We have a range of pre-engineered cabins (which can still be highly customised with design, layout and finishes). Alternatively we can do completely unique architectural spaces. Tell us about your project and we’ll guide you to the right fit for your project.

What makes a successful luxury holiday rental?

A successful luxury holiday rental is about far more than simply providing a place to stay. The most memorable properties combine thoughtful design, high-quality materials and carefully considered layouts to create an experience guests can’t easily find elsewhere.

Features such as panoramic glazing, premium interiors, outdoor bathing, year-round comfort and a strong connection to the surrounding landscape all help create a stay that feels distinctive and worthy of sharing. Just as importantly, practical considerations such as durable materials, easy maintenance, efficient storage and a layout that works seamlessly for both guests and operators contribute to the long-term success of the business.

Alongside the physical space, a clear brand identity and well-planned marketing strategy are essential. Professional photography, compelling storytelling, a user-friendly booking journey and a consistent presence across social media and booking platforms all help build awareness and drive direct bookings.

Ultimately, the most successful luxury holiday rentals don’t compete on price: they compete on experience. Creating a space that guests remember, recommend and return to is what drives long-term occupancy and lasting commercial success.

Do you offer both design and construction?

Yes. We provide a complete design-and-build service, managing projects from initial concept design and planning support through to manufacture, delivery and installation. Tell us about your project for early stage advice and guidance.

Thinking About Creating Your Own Luxury Holiday Rental?

Projects like the Wild Root Cabin remind us that a cabin can be much more than simply accommodation.

With the right design, it can become the heart of a hospitality business, create a memorable guest experience and provide a unique destination that visitors return to time and time again.

Whether you’re planning your first luxury holiday rental, expanding an existing hospitality business or exploring a bespoke cabin development, we’d love to hear about your project.

Tell us about your project and one of our team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

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Cabin: The Wild Root

Design and build: Life Space Cabins

Taking a pause.

Every so often, someone stays in one of our cabins and captures it exactly as we hoped it would feel. Recently, @charmingwanders spent a couple of nights at Lawton Links, and the images she shared stopped us mid-scroll. Soft light, quiet corners and that gentle stillness you only find in the countryside. Her photos captured all the small, human moments that bring a place to life.

She paired them with a caption that beautifully summed up her stay:

“I love living in the city but every once in a while I get that countryside itch, where all the volume goes down and time seems to relax a little. Just a quick escape. @lawtonlinks was my temporary home for a couple of nights this week and I made the most of it by… doing very little.”

@charmingwanders

Designed for switching off.

Her itinerary was simple and perfectly aligned with the setting:

Soak in the outdoor bath
Build a fire and make s’mores
Switch the phone to Do Not Disturb and read as much as possible

“Mission accomplished! I’m already planning another trip here because it was pure bliss.”

A reminder of why we build the way we do

Her photos captured something we always hope people feel when they arrive at a Life Space cabin: a soft release of tension. A sense of being held by a space rather than overwhelmed by it. At Lawton Links, this feeling comes from the interplay between the building and its setting.

The landscape here feels open and alive – fields, trees and wide skies that seem to breathe with the weather. Yet the cabin offers a sense of shelter without ever cutting you off from it. You can hear the wind in the grass but stay warm. You can smell the fresh, earthy air while wrapped in a blanket. You can sit with a book and watch the sky soften and change through the picture window, the light shifting from warm gold to pale blue as the day settles.

These moments are the soul of Lawton Links. They’re also the reason we obsess over materials, angles, window placements and the invisible details that create comfort.

Design shaped by the land.

When we designed the cabins at Lawton Links with the owners, we didn’t begin with a floor plan– we began with the land itself. We paid attention to the light. The wind patterns. The natural folds in the terrain where you feel sheltered rather than exposed. The way the colours of the landscape shift from morning warmth to evening softness. Only then did we start shaping the cabins around those cues.

The large picture window isn’t just a feature; it’s positioned to frame the changing sky and the long, open views across the countryside. The timber cladding was chosen for how it will weather gently over time, settling the cabins into the landscape. Inside, the spaces are warm, inviting and full of personality– a mix of rich colours, thoughtful textures and carefully chosen details that add depth without overwhelming the calm of the setting. It’s a balance between character and comfort, a place that feels both homely and gently uplifting.

Every choice has purpose. Every detail feels intentional.

Spaces designed to be lived in, not just admired

One of the joys of seeing guest photography is witnessing how people use the spaces– where they read, where they rest, how they make the cabin feel like theirs. It reinforces that good design isn’t about visual perfection; it’s about how a space behaves under real human rhythms.

A long soak in the bath after a coastal walk.
A coffee on the steps as the morning cool lifts.
A fire crackling outside as the stars come through.
A duvet, a book, and nowhere else to be.

These are the moments Lawton Links was built for.

A space for all seasons

What makes Lawton Links truly special is that it holds that same magic all year round. Whether it’s a warm July evening or a brisk February morning, the cabin stays comfortable, immersive and deeply cosy without ever losing its connection to the wild landscape outside.

It’s not a hotel room. It’s not a holiday cottage.
It’s something simpler and more grounded– a small, beautifully crafted cabin that gives you the freedom of nature with the comfort of a well designed home. And when you’re ready to step away from the noise of everyday life, it will be there: firewood stacked, bathtub ready, light pouring through the glass.

Thank you, @charmingwanders

For the stunning imagery, the kind words, and for reminding us why these spaces matter.

Lawton Links– the Story…

Returning to the family farm after ten years in Australia, Wheeze and Hendy arrived home with a renewed sense of possibility. Their land has been actively farmed by their family for over 300 years, but they were eager to diversify in a way that felt both respectful of its history and true to the life they’d lived abroad. It didn’t take long to realise they had the perfect, tucked-away corner of the farm for something special: a secluded spot with uninterrupted views across the River Isla and out towards the Perthshire Highlands.

Inspired by the memorable places they’d stayed during their years Down Under, they began dreaming of bringing a little of that magic back to Scotland – the calm, the creativity, the simplicity, the sense of being held by nature without losing comfort. In May 2025, they opened their pair of cabins, and by November the response had far exceeded anything they’d expected.

We have been totally taken aback by how busy the cabins have been from Monday right through to Sunday, as well as the extraordinary feedback guests have shared. Visitors consistently tell us how every detail has been thought of, how special all the extra touches feel, and – most importantly – how much they’ve loved escaping into nature and witnessing wildlife up close.

Hendersons, Lawton Links

While Hendy focused on creating a space where guests could experience the atmosphere of an organic working farm – even from the comfort of their outdoor bath – Wheeze’s eye for interiors, colour and culture brought a distinctive personality to each cabin. Every texture, tone and detail carries her touch, giving the spaces an identity that feels both grounded and quietly expressive.

The result is a pair of cabins that blend tranquillity, character and a strong sense of place. They feel rooted in the land yet full of life, shaped by heritage but uplifted by imagination. And judging by the steady stream of returning guests, that combination is resonating week after week.

Are the cabins genuinely warm enough for winter stays?

Yes– and not just “throw on another jumper” warm. Every cabin is built with 150mm of high-performance insulation in the walls, roof and floor, creating a thermal envelope that holds heat beautifully. This level of insulation is far beyond standard garden buildings, giving the cabins the feel of a well-built home rather than a temporary structure.

What type of glazing do you use?

We fit double-glazed units as standard, chosen for clarity, performance and durability in exposed locations. For coastal or colder sites– or simply for clients who love that quiet, cocooned feeling– we offer an upgrade to triple glazing. This improves both heat retention and acoustic comfort, especially in wilder weather.

How is heating managed inside the cabin?

Warmth is delivered through luxury electric underfloor heating, giving even, gentle heat throughout the space without the dryness or noise of wall heaters. Bathrooms have heated towel rails, keeping the space warm and comfortable. If you prefer atmosphere with your warmth, an optional log burner adds that soft flicker of firelight and a quickly heated core for winter evenings.

Are the outdoor elements usable year-round?

Completely. Many of our cabins include:

• Heated outdoor baths or hot-water tubs so you can sink into warm water even on frosty nights.
• Fire pits for evenings under blankets, perfect for marshmallows, wine and watching the sky shift.

These features extend the seasons, letting guests enjoy the landscape whether it’s a balmy June evening or a crisp February morning.

Do the cabins stay cool and comfortable in summer?

Yes. The same insulation that keeps heat in during winter helps keep heat out during summer. Combined with thoughtful window placement for cross-ventilation, well-shaded glazing, and natural materials that regulate temperature, the cabins stay airy and calm even in the hotter months.

What makes the experience different from staying in a hotel or holiday cottage?

Our cabins offer a deeper connection to the landscape. You’re close to nature, but still held in real comfort– no drafts, no damp, no compromise. It’s that rare mix of immersion and practicality: warm towels, good water pressure, a perfectly comfortable bed, and the wild just outside your window.

Can people stay during storms or bad weather?

Absolutely. Many guests say stormy nights are their favourite– the cabins stay solid, warm and quiet thanks to structural detailing, high-spec glazing and robust materials designed for the British climate. You get the drama of nature without any of the discomfort.

Get up close with nature…

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