1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?

It was all really lovely but I especially loved the cabin, it was so tranquil.

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?

Consider going by train. The station is close by and Carol will pick you up. There are bikes available when you get to the cabin and there are some lovely (flat!) rides nearby. If you want to go to York then that is easily accessible by train. We took our car but I would definitely go by train next time. The Chinese restaurant in Howden was very good!

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?

The nature of the cabin obviously has minimal impact on the environment. It has a little wind turbine which powers the lights and sockets and a composting loo! We spent a lot of time cycling and walking as the surrounding area is lovely. We used the shops and cafes in Howden which were mostly independent, excepting the Co-op.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?

I went there with my husband and 8 yr old son. We had a fantastic break and came back relaxed and rested despite having done far more exercise than we would normally during the course of a week. My son enjoyed 'fishing' in the adjacent pond (he didn't catch anything and would have been really freaked if he had!) Carol and her son showed us round the straw bale cottage they are building which looked fab and is a definite consideration for a holiday with my sister and her kids. Mostly what I will remember from this break is the complete relaxation and tranquillity.... loved it!!

1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?

I went there for time and space to write. The cabin was ideal.

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?

Make use of going by train and getting your shopping bought for you for your arrival. You get met at the station and there are bikes available for exploring the local area.

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?

This is an ecocabin made of straw bales with solar and wind energy and a compost loo plus other composting facilities. The owner positively encourages travelling to the destination by train including a free pickup from the station and the use of bikes for your time there. She will also buy your food in from a selection of local shops.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?

I had a great time and would like to promote the cabin and the straw bale cottage soon to be completed.

1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?

The cottage itself - it's beautiful. It's obviously been built and furnished with genuine commitment to minimising harm to the environment. And it's cosy, comfortable and very quiet.

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?

It's a really great place to spend some time and get back into the slow lane for a while. Travel by train if you can - it means you have to walk or cycle if you want to go somewhere so it helps you stay in the slow lane.

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?

Yes, definitely. The cottage is a great example of environmentally friendly living, and the owner will collect you from the station if you travel by train. I also used local shops but you can pre-order local food or use the "honesty shop" in the cottage.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?

I loved the cottage and would definitely recommend it - regardless of whether or not you're into eco-living.