This cob home is superb! No detail has been left out; from the fresh loaf of bread waiting for us in the kitchen, to the extra fluffy towels, to the yoga mats, and the blinds on the bedroom skylights for light sleepers like me. The most wonderful things about staying in cob homes are the near perfect silence due to the rounded edges and thick walls, and the feeling of peaceful tranquility. The kitchen is fun to cook in (a propane stove), and we loved getting a chance to practice our fire skills in the wood stove in the mornings to heat the home. There's lots of pillows and blankets and candles everywhere which adds to the cozy feeling, and the space has a light and airy feel during the day due to all of the windows and skylights.
Mayne Island has a lot to offer people who enjoy nature walks and hikes and local artisans (we found the brewery was open on our last day and picked up a few bottles to take home with us).
Shanti and Don had perfect recommendations for things to do and places to eat and their store really is the best on the island (we recommend the burritos & clam chowder, especially).