This cob cottage in Moray, Scotland demonstrates natural building techniques using straw bales, earth, clay, round timber, and stone. The living grass roof completes the fairytale aesthetic while providing insulation and blending the structure into its surroundings. The cottage is available as a vacation rental.
Design Details
- Location: Moray, Scotland
- Construction: Cob (earth, clay, straw)
- Materials: Straw bales, earth, clay, round timber, stone, reclaimed materials
- Roof: Living/green roof with natural grass
- Sleeping: Double bed in master, bunk beds, fold-out futons
- Amenities: Full kitchen, spacious bathroom, outdoor living area, fireplace, telescope
- Availability: Rental on Airbnb
Front Exterior with Living Roof
Images via Airbnb
Natural Grass Roof Detail
Rear View in Landscape
Entryway
Main Gathering Space
Full Kitchen
Convertible Seating Area
View from Upper Bunk
Master Bedroom Entrance
Master Bedroom with Exposed Beams
Bunk Beds
Fireplace Corner
Outdoor Living Area
Stargazing Deck with Telescope
Bathroom
Lessons from Cob Cottage Construction
- Cob Creates Organic Forms: Earth and clay construction allows curved walls and custom shapes impossible with conventional framing
- Living Roofs Provide Insulation: Grass roofs add thermal mass and blend structures into natural landscapes
- Round Timber Adds Character: Using logs with bark intact creates rustic aesthetics while reducing material processing
- Reclaimed Materials Reduce Costs: Salvaged stone, timber, and fixtures lower building expenses while adding history
- Natural Building Suits Rental Markets: Unique structures command premium rates as vacation rentals and create memorable guest experiences
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Alex
Alex Pino is the founder of Tiny House Talk, a leading resource on tiny homes and simple living since 2009. He helps readers discover unique homes, connect with builders, and explore alternative living.
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An amazing & beautiful little house. I want to live there but the idea of such a cozy place would make my husband squirm. I can dream though.
I’m dreaming too!
I would love to live there. It’s all the quaint personality of old times with all the convenients of modern times. Yes it could have been made for me?
It truly is a fantasy little retreat! I love it all and like so many others, would love to live there! I do think that if I was going to live in a place like this, however, I’d make it just a bit bigger. Mostly to increase the size of the living room area so I could have the big comfy sofa as well as a couple of oversized, overstuffed chairs. I can definitely see some of my more frivolous furniture and artworks in this environment! This small version of my dream would be a welcomed relief from the troubles of the world, for sure!!!
Great ideas! All those things would be awesome.
My Telescope would love this. She needs a room just for her. 😉 Yes, her. This is beautiful and it don’t look crowded. Can you give the roof a trim off and on? LMAO! I like the roof. Is character. Morning Natalie and Alex. Going to be scorching here in the Sequoia National Forest today.
Love that you have a girl telescope!! Sorry about the heat.
All you’d need is a goat or two and the grasses would take care of themselves.
Victoria, you got me laughing so hard. This was the funniest reply. Loved it. I needed this. Thank you!
Lovely. I could happily live there. It looks delightfully fun.
It truly does!
Holy schmoly, sure do love this home!!
maybe is should be your husband. let’s go.
Sweet! 🙂