Redwood
Inspired by William and Ailsa’s adventures in the mountains of Yosemite National Park, Redwood is a traditional black tin drovers’ hut lined with Redwood planks taken from a Giant Redwood felled in Stonor Park and finished with fabulous Bennison fabrics.
Redwood’s rich, warm timber creates a cosier, more cocooned feeling that Quercus’s light and airy vibe.
William and Ailsa have given Redwood every luxury you could wish for, from 300 thread count linen on the climb-in king size bed, a fully equipped kitchen – with Nespresso machine and Grind coffee from Shoreditch, apple Juice from the orchard at Stonor in the fridge and a pull-out Fisher & Paykel dishwasher – to an ensuite bathroom with a handmade crackle-glaze tiled power shower with double shower heads and Commune toiletries. Enjoy the log burner on winter evenings and the firepit and BBQ in summer. Powered by 100% renewable energy.
Redwood has been painstakingly handcrafted in Dorset and on site at Stonor by Plankbridge. We chose Plankbridge because of their craftsmanship, attention to detail and genuine passion for creating spaces that sit gently within the landscape. Each is a masterpiece made entirely from scratch under the guidance of master hut maker Richard Lee.
Though inspired by traditional craftsmanship, Redwood has been built using contemporary timber frame methods. Thanks to its sheep’s wool insulation – a renewable and eco-friendly material – it stays cosy in winter and cool in summer, making it a comfortable retreat all year round.
Immerse yourself in the wealth of exceptional activities waiting to be enjoyed during your stay. For a flavour of rich history and culture, explore Stonor House, one of England’s oldest family homes, and wander through its breathtaking gardens. Or stroll along tranquil woodland trails before pausing to refuel with wood-fired pizza, a hot drink or even a glass of Hundred Hills wine at the charming Rumble Hut.
The Seymour Collection – Designed to evoke the lush landscapes of the countryside, Commune’s signature botanical fragrance is laden with ripe fruits and grounded in warming woody tones. Fresh and uplifting, with depth and complexity to inspire pause and reflection. Taking a perfumer’s approach to their fragrances, Commune look to herb-lore and ancient combinations to reconnect with traditional ways of being. Made with 99% naturally derived ingredients, Commune look to the abundance of nature to create their formulations, and never use harsh chemicals. Their natural formulations break down naturally, back into the earth.
You will find Grind Coffee’s chocolatey signature House Blend compostable coffee pods in our Drovers’ Huts. From a café in Shoreditch Grind are on a mission to change the way we drink coffee for the better. Grind’s pods are made from plants and filled with speciality-grade coffee that’s ethically sourced from sustainable farms.
Drovers’s Hill at Stonor is powered with 100% Green Energy provided by Ecotricty. Their electricity is 100% green – made from the sun and the wind. They generate about 15% of it themselves and the rest is certified green energy they buy from other green generators or via the wholesale market.
