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The Sheiling

Loch Lundie, The Highlands, Scotland

Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £960 (4nights)

Croft 103

Laid, The Highlands, Scotland

Sleeps: 2 per cottage
Bedrooms: 1 per cottage
From £2200 /week

Kagga Kamma

Cederberg, Western Cape, South Africa

Sleeps: Up to 2 (+2)
Bedrooms: Open plan
From £106 / night sharing

Eco Retreats

Machynlleth, Powys, Wales

Sleeps: 2 (+2) per yurt
Bedrooms: Open plan
From £299 /2 nts

Porth Eryri Glamping

Pentrefoelas, Conwy, County Conwy, Wales

Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 1 or 3 per cabin
From £150 / night

The Burleigh

Hunstanton, Norfolk, England

Sleeps: 20
Bedrooms: 9
From £3559 /7 nts

Special Offers & Late Availability

Availability within 6 weeks, see calendar for dates
Stay 3 or more nights and SAVE 20%

Gorsebank

Dalbeattie, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland

Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: Varies
From £100-£149 /nt
Some midweek dates in June available. See calendar
Some midweek dates in June available. See calendar

Arcadia

Frampton Mansell, Gloucestershire, England

Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £174 / night
Warren 29 Jun-10 Jul/East'most Cabin 20-24 Jun/Listening Station 23-26 Jun
Warren 29 Jun-10 Jul/East'most Cabin 20-24 Jun/Listening Station 23-26 Jun

Still Southwold

Southwold, Suffolk, England

Sleeps:
Bedrooms: 1, 2 or 4
From £1015/week
Up to 28th May, then 31st May -2nd June, 5-18th, 22-29th
Up to 28th May, then 31st May -2nd June, 5-18th, 22-29th

Ty Cwch

Aberporth, Ceredigion, Wales

Sleeps: 12
Bedrooms: 3 cabins (4 bunks each)
From £100 / night
£100 OFF Midweek stays June: Use Code: JUNE100 when booking
£100 OFF Midweek stays June: Use Code: JUNE100 when booking

Sycamore Lodge

Halstead, Essex, England

Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 1
From £426 /2 nts
Availability within 6 weeks, see calendar for dates
10% discount for Guests who book 1 week or more. Effective October 2026, Nove…

Lewie's Croft

Cove, Wester Ross, The Highlands, Scotland

Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £400 / night
Special Offers Late Availability
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Floatels

Water babies prepare to be amazed! Behold our range of floatels and floating accommodation, each offering a truly unique overwater experience; relax in your quirky retreat listening to the sound of water flowing gently by - we can't think of a more serene way to holiday!
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Castles & Follies

Relive history and stay in a fairytale castle or folly; a fun experience for the family or a romantic break for two. From Gothic chateaux or Scottish castles to ancient fortresses and follies, booking a holiday in a venue steeped in intrigue and tradition will not disappoint.
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Cabins

Step into a cabin hideaway away from busy modern life. Our chosen cool cabins are often hand-crafted or sleek, hip and modern, in idyllic, private settings and some even come with dreamy hot tubs. These are alternative boltholes far removed from the world of average hotels.
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Cranes

Elevate your holiday potential in an incredible converted crane! Those with a head for heights and a sense of adventure will marvel at the transformation of these lofty gems from their former career in freight transportation into stylish, quirky holiday lets.
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Hill & Hole Houses

Experience your own slice of magic with a unique stay in a mystical, fantasy hill hole or house. These enchanting hideaways are an other-worldly retreat from everyday life where you can pretend you are residing in a storybook, even just for a short while.
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Vintage & Retro

Take a timewarp trip and enjoy a unique vintage vacation or retro retreat for your next break; from art deco villas to modernist classics, gleaming airstreams to cosy retro caravans and more, everything in this section includes a nostalgic nod to the past!
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Scotland

Though geographically linked with England, Scotland has a mesmerising independent spirit. Not simply the home of whisky and golf, you'll be surprised at the diversity to be found here, along with some of the friendliest people you could meet, and some truly quirky and unusual places to stay. Surrounded by…
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England

History, culture, royalty and folklore - England has it all. The range of magical destinations and unique accommodation options to be discovered in this surprisingly diverse country are sure to satisfy all holiday tastes...and contrary to popular belief, it isn't always raining! Take a look in every direction, and you'll…
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Ireland

The Emerald Isle may be small in size, but you're sure to find it huge in heart, history and culture - not to mention populated by some of the friendliest and most talkative people you could ever wish to meet, and some of the quirkiest places to stay. Lyrical to…
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USA

America isn't known as "the land of endless possibilities" for nothing! Holiday-wise, the American Dream is a long and inspiring one, featuring everything from beaches to snow-covered mountains, buzzing cities with innovative cuisine, to redwood forests, jagged canyons and enormous star-filled skies - not to mention the many varied and…
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Wales

Mostly famed for its rural land (and plenty of sheep!), in reality there is something new and different to discover in every corner of Wales. From three amazing national parks - Snowdonia, the Pembrokeshire Coast and the Brecon Beacons - to the 870-mile Wales Coast Path and many cheerful seaside…
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France

Vive la France! Rich in gastronomy, culture and je ne sais quoi, you can expect uninimitable style and hospitality plus an abundance of truly unique places to stay in just about any French location you care to visit. One of the most beautiful and distinctive regions, Alsace in the north…
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Dog Friendly

If you feel that it's not a family holiday unless the pet pooch can come along too, then you'll be glad to know that all the unique & exciting Host Unusual places to stay in this category are either dog-friendly or offer options for your beloved four-legged friend.
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Saunas

Relax, recharge, and enjoy the restorative magic of a good sauna. From wood-fired forest saunas to Nordic-style wellness centres and infra-red sauna escapes, browse our incredible portfolio of unique places to stay, all with one thing in common: beautiful sauna experiences to enjoy!
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Family Friendly

Gather your clan and plan one of the most unique and exciting adventures as a family, whether it be stargazing from your own geodome to a fairytale treehouse, these spellbinding places are ideal for families and the kids will love them.
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Adults Only

Stylish, unique and peaceful: these are all buzzwords in this selection of unique properties, all tailored for adults. So leave the kids behind and retreat to a romantic getaway, somewhere truly 'grown up' with your name on it.
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Remote Location

Sometimes during the hectic fray of everyday life the saying 'to get away from it all' really needs to ring true. Well, your escape hatch is here with this selection of delightfully remote locations, where the only distractions are of your own creation.
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Spa Breaks

Enjoy some of the most eclectic spa-on-your-doorstep spots around and reconnect with your senses at these delightfully quirky retreats, from the truly traditional to the opulent outdoor. And relax...
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