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My solo trip to a tiny cabin was nearly derailed by 2 items I forgot to pack. The mistake made falling asleep almost impossible.
My solo trip to a tiny cabin was nearly derailed by 2 items I forgot to pack. The mistake made falling asleep almost impossible.
Maria NoyenJan 12, 2024, 14:01 IST
The author sitting on the bed at her tiny cabin in the woods.Maria Noyen/Insider
I spent a full day packing before embarking on a solo trip to a cabin in the woods in the UK.
When I booked the two-night stay, I didn't anticipate it happening during a September heatwave.
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I recently spent two nights alone at an off-grid cabin in the woods – as prepared as I thought I was for the solo trip, I definitely made a few mistakes.
The author wheeled her belongings in a wheelbarrow to the cabin.Maria Noyen/Insider
For the trip, I brought a backpack full of clothes and books, a large tote carrying food and water, and a camera.
The author carrying her bags before driving to the cabin.Maria Noyen/Insider
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I unknowingly booked the stay during a heatwave, which meant the cabin got almost unbearably hot at night.
The Unyoked cabin interior.Maria Noyen/Insider
That first night made me instantly regret not investing in a portable fan.
A mini fan would've come in handy during the night.MamiGibbs/Getty Images
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My other regret was not anticipating how bright the cabin would get in the morning.
The blinds weren't great at preventing light from coming into the cabin.Maria Noyen/Insider
I could've caught a few extra hours of sleep if I'd brought my sleeping mask.
The author's sleeping mask would've been a game-changer.Maria Noyen/Insider
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Even though my packing mistakes made nights at the cabin tough, the view in the day made up for it – kind of.