I have the sweetest honeymoon destination for you today. It’s not some swish hotel where you will get pampered to the max. Quite the opposite in fact. It’s quaint and simple and, if you wanted, you wouldn’t have to see a single soul for your entire stay (after you’ve got the keys off the owners of course)!
Although I do love the idea of being pampered in a fancy hotel (and I’ll be sure to feature some of these honeymoon ideas) I also love the idea of being hidden away from civilization, where it’s just the two of you, as a honeymoon should be.
And so this eco-friendly woodland cabin, built by owners Diane & Bob, in the Dordogne region of France definitely appeals:
Cabin cosy
Woodsman’s Cabin has a wonderful cosy cottage appeal which is emphasised by the use of alternative energies such as the real wood-burning stove. There is a small amount of solar-powered electricity if you need to get up in the night but mainly you will be relying on candlelight and oil lamps: so romantic!
Lakeside location
What’s more, the cabin is positioned on a lake complete with boat so you can enjoy any sun whilst bobbing about on the water. Or go fishing if that’s your thing! Or perhaps you’d rather relax on the lakeside rustic benches or the hammocks strung between the trees?
Explore
Of course, there’s no television but you shouldn’t need it! There are books, art materials, board games and the local area to explore where you will find a great local market, vineyard, caves and a chateau. And, remember, you have each other!
If you’re up for exploring, bikes can be hired for 45 Euros (about £40) each per week. But if you’ve gone for the honeymoon package you’ll have your own super-cute tandem to ride!
A haven for honeymooners
The honeymoon package is a fantastic touch. This cabin is lovely just as it is, costing only around £430 for seven nights between May and September and £325 the rest of the year. But, for only slightly more (about £650), it’s nice to have those extra special treats that the honeymoon package provides. Here’s what’s included:
- Champagne & fresh flowers on your arrival.
- Dinner freshly cooked and delivered to the cabin on your first evening.
- Breakfast of fresh bread, croissants & homemade jams delivered each morning.
- And, of course, use of that awesome tandem bike!
DIY dining
For preparing yourself some scrumptious grub, the kitchen has a gas oven and gas-powered fridge and includes all the equipment you’d need to prepare and cook meals. Outside there’s also a wood-fired cooker and campfire-style BBQ if you’re after dining al fresco.
And for those that arrive after the shops have shut, or are simply too tired after travelling to want to go shopping, the ‘shop-in-a-box’ containing basic foodstuffs is for you!
Cabin Cuisine
If, however, you don’t fancy cooking on your honeymoon, owner Diane happily offers Cabin Cuisine. A three course meal can be delivered to you for only 25 Euros per person (around £22). You can even take advantage of this offer if you’re not on the honeymoon package!
And you really need to hear some sample, seasonal menus as my mouth was watering just reading them!
Spring
Starter: Home-made guacamole with tortillas
Main: Chicken stuffed with basil & goats’ cheese, accompanied by cherry tomato salsa and rice
Dessert: Tart au citron
Summer
Starter: Red onion, goats’ cheese & courgette tart
Main: Smoked duck breast salad with minted tabouleh
Dessert: Raspberry & rosewater syllabub
Autumn
Starter: Pumpkin & bacon soup
Main: Pork chops in cider & apple sauce with parsley mash
Dessert: Plum, pear & almond crumble
Winter
Starter: Herb frittata with smoked salmon
Main: Turkey, blue cheese & apricot pie
Dessert: Fresh baked figs with sticky toffee pudding
Yum!
All meals are served with fresh bread and seasonal vegetables and vegetarian menus are available on request. Dianne will even take the washing-up away afterwards!
Fisherman’s Cabin
Diane & Bob also own a second cabin, Fisherman’s Cabin, which has the added luxury of electric lights but doesn’t offer the honeymoon package or the cabin cuisine. Thought it needed mentioning though as I believe breaks this beautiful shouldn’t just be reserved for honeymooners!
Debs
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