Great Cabin Decor Ideas Inspired by Dreamy Scottish Tiny Homes

Just outside the town of Oban, Scotland, Inverlonan is the ultimate escape from city life and technology. Their set of three tiny houses called bothies — a Scottish term for mountain huts —have no Wi-Fi, indoor plumbing or hot showers by design. And yet, it still feels like a luxurious experience. We asked founder Lupi Moll for the design secrets behind this dreamy escape.

Inverlonan's property is set in the rolling hills outside Oban in Scotland's West Highlands. The area is full of opportunities for hiking, kayaking and biking. There are no roads leading up to Inverlonan's bothies, or at least none that a passenger car could handle. Once you arrive, staff will meet you in an off-road vehicle to bring you through a pastoral landscape to your new weekend home. Or, if you're looking for a challenge, you can bring a bike on the train and ride here on your own two wheels. The Caledonian Sleeper Train runs between London and Scotland and allows passengers to bring bikes for free. The Sleeper's nearest stop to Inverlonan is Crianlarich, a scenic 37-mile cycle. If that's not your scene, the Oban train station has connections to major cities throughout the UK and is just a 10-minute cab ride from the property.

Inverlonan’s founder, Lupi, is a retired lawyer. As a kid, he spent quite a bit of time camping on this very land, which was in his family at the time. His family later sold it, and more recently, he bought it back. He wanted to create a similar — albeit more luxurious — experience for visitors to encourage people to live a bit more slowly and intentionally. Today, some guests have referred to this retreat as a much-needed slowdown or a “tonic for the city-weary,” as one summed up their experience in the bothy guestbook.

Each bothy is outfitted with a spacious deck with lakeside views and a cooler that keeps provisions fresh — you won't find a fridge or freezer indoors. Before arrival, Inverlonan's staff sends guests a seasonal menu from which they can order fresh ingredients and meal kits — like fresh pizza dough made on-site accompanied by local cheese and salami — to make the most of their outdoor kitchens.