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The "Foodie" Cabin Experience
Rooted in a love for food and cooking outdoors, Archie has been thoughtfully curated for foodies. Kitted out with the top Big Green Egg products and located close to many award-winning restaurants, it's the perfect spot for food-lovers.
Outdoor cooking with Big Green Egg
Archie includes a large Big Green Egg ceramic oven in a eucalyptus table for easy outdoor cooking. All the classic accessories are included, plus a cast iron dutch oven, a Solidteknic Skillet and pan. We even include a leather chefs apron so you can look the part whilst cooking.
Farm shop and local produce
Archie is located a 15 minute walk from Belvoir Castle Farm Shop where you can pick up the finest seasonal produce from the local area. You can also add a BBQ hamper for 2 (sourced almost entirely from the land right outside your door) to be delivered to the cabin ahead of arrival. Plus, Colston Bassett Dairy is about ten minutes away and one of only six dairies in the world licensed to make Stilton.
Award-winning pubs and restaurants nearby
The cabin is close to a number of amazing pubs and restaurants including the The Martin's Arms, run by Laurence Henry, champion of MasterChef: The Professionals. The Chequers Inn is an award winning pub and there's also a high-end brasserie on the estate itself. See below for more details on all the local eateries.
Belvoir, Leicestershire
About the location
Belvoir is a picturesque village in the Leicestershire countryside. Easily reached from London in 65 minutes on a direct train, its a great escape from the city that doesn't cost time. Within walking distance to gorgeous trails and award-winning pubs and restaurants, Archie is a great choice for those with or without a car.
From London – 65 min train / 2hrs 45 mins drive
From Birmingham – 90 mins drive
The Martins Arms
The Martin's Arms is in Colston Bassett is a Michelin Guide run by MasterChef Professional, Laurence Henry. They do amazing seasonal, locally sourced menus with a contemporary edge, and on warmer days the garden terrace opens up for rosé and pizza.
The Chequers Inn
The Chequers Inn is an award-winning country pub doing modern British cooking, Seasonal menus built around local produce, with roaring log fires in winter and a garden for al fresco in summer. Five minutes in the car, or a 50-minute walk if you want to earn it. Open seven days for lunch and dinner,
Restaurant Jericho
Restaurant Jericho is farm to table cooking at Michelin Guide standard. Located on the farm where Chef-Owner Richard grew up, the menu is seasonal and in a tasting menu format. Mainly wood-fired cooking, this a proper 'foodie' experience. The wine list follows the food ethos, with natural, organic and bio-dynamic options
The Belvoir Estate
Belvoir Estate is within walking distance and worth a visit beyond the castle. As well a full calendar of events on the beautiful grounds (that even has a vineyard), there are great food spots. The Belvoir Bistro does a great brunch and seasonal dishes, an onsite farm shop and tea room. On good weather days, the wood-fired pizza kitchen fires up outside too.
Grantham Canal and The Duck
Just a 20 minute stroll from the cabin you can join the canal towpath which offers easy walking routes through the Vale of Belvoir. Follow the Belvoir View Circular for 12km or just join for a short stretch before stopping off at The Duck which has a great pub garden by the canal.
Availability
August 2026
17th Aug - 20th Aug
Mon - Thu • 3 nights
20th Aug - 23rd Aug
Thu - Sun • 3 nights
23rd Aug - 26th Aug
Sun - Wed • 3 nights
26th Aug - 29th Aug
Wed - Sat • 3 nights
29th Aug - 1st Sep
Sat - Tue • 3 nights
FAQs
Find the answer to our most frequently wondered things. Read all FAQs here.
About Archie
📍 How do you get to Archie?
You can travel to Archie via car or public transport (train and short taxi ride).
After booking your chosen cabin, you’ll receive an online ‘Welcome Guide’ detailing the exact location of the cabin and directions by car or train and taxi. If you’re travelling by train, we highly recommend booking your connecting taxi in advance, as rural locations don’t tend to have Uber!
🏡 Is Archie near other dwellings?
Archie shares the same woodland as his sister cabin, Yasmin. You cannot see the other cabin, but you will share the same parking spot.
📚 What is there to do in the cabin?
The cabin is your space to relax in any way you like to, but we’ve kitted it out with lots of phone-free activities, including:
🔥 Wood-fired sauna
❄️ Ice bath
🧬 Wellbeing products and devices
📚 A selection of our fave books
👾 Board games
🃏 Intelligent Change Conversation Cards
📻 Radio Cassette Player + Tapes
📸 Instant Camera + 10 free films
🗺 Map and compass
And of course you might want to head out and explore the local area. The map and welcome guide include recommendations of restaurants, cafes and other attractions nearby.
⏰ What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is at 3pm
Check-out is at 10am
🍽 Is food provided?
We're working on providing BBQ and breakfast packages to add to your booking from the local farm shop. This will be added as soon as it's finalised. Until then, the estate farmshop is about 20 minute walk from the cabin and there are lots of amazing restaurants and pubs nearby.
All cabins have a well-equipped kitchen including a mini-fridge and gas hob to cook up your fave meals. We include pots, pans, cooking utensils and even chef knives. Plus, loose leaf tea, coffee beans, oil, salt and pepper.
🚿 Is there a toilet and hot shower?
Yes! All our cabins have hot showers and an eco-composting toilet in an indoor bathroom. We provide eco-friendly toiletries and luxury towels, too!
🚶 Is it suitable for solo travellers?
All our cabins are on private land and locks from the inside and out. Helix is hidden in her own woodland, so there is wildlife surrounding the cabin. We'd advise only booking a solo trip here if you're not too easily spooked as noises of nature can sometimes make guests a bit uneasy - even though there's nothing to worry about!
🔥 Do you include firewood?
We include enough firewood for so you can keep warm and toasty during your stay.
Locking your phone away
🔐 Do I have to lock my phone away?
We recommend you unplug for the full duration of your stay to get the most from your digital detox, but this is totally self-policed. Our lockboxes have a padlock and key, with the key in a sealed envelope, so if you want to unlock it, you can.
📞 What if I need to contact someone?
We provide you with a Nokia so you can reach our cabin support team and contact friends and family if you need to. The number for the Nokia will be shared with you in advance of your stay.
Booking and cancellation
🗓 Can we stay for less than 3 nights?
All our stays are 3 nights as this is the minimum time it takes to fully switch off and reap the benefits of nature and time offline. You can read more about 'The 3 Day Effect' here.
💳 What is your cancellation policy?
We know plans can change, so we’ll always do what we can to accommodate booking amendments. If your check-in date is over 28 days away, your stay can be rebooked for a new date or you can request a voucher, or a full refund. If your check-in date is within 14-28 days, you can move your stay to a future date, or request a voucher equal to the payment you have made. Cancellations or amendments are unfortunately not possible if your check-in date is in or within 14 days. All bookings have a 48 hour cooling off period, so if you change your mind you can reschedule your stay or get a full refund. Rescheduled stays are non-refundable.
You can read our full terms & conditions here
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