The mud hut was indeed cozy and beautiful!

Ivy was a terrific host: she responded quickly to messages and was super patient when we got stuck in bad traffic (holidays and intense fog are a bad combo) and didn't make it until after midnight! She'd built a fire so that the hut was toasty warm and waiting for us.

The space turned out to not be a good match for us because of a lack of accessibility: it had an uneven, cobbled floor, a narrow step down into the hut and then a steep staircase (with a low ceiling) down to the bathroom, which is in the basement of the main house across the garden. It was super hard on my bum knee, but I hadn't thought to ask in advance about those things. When we realized that it really wouldn't work, Ivy was super accommodating and helpful in modifying our reservation.

If you're concerned about accessibility or not having a bathroom in close proximity to your space, this is probably not a great match. But if you're excited to enjoy a simple space that holds just a futon and a wood stove, with a beautiful outdoor area to enjoy in nice weather, you may love this tiny, cozy hut.