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“Alex came up with the name ‘Host Unusual’ on a London bike ride!” Meet our Founders, Dawn and Alex

25 June 2026

We put a lot of thought and detail into each of our property listings, which is only fair when you consider the effort that goes into creating a truly unusual place to stay. That effort...

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Meet the Owners: Wilderhus Glamping, Devon

13 May 2026

Meet Willow De La Roche, creator and owner of Wilderhus Glamping - a selection of creative eco-retreats with Scandi-style wood-fired hot tubs for stargazing, beautifully secluded on the edge of a traditional working South Devon...

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Meet the Owners: The Book Nook, Devon

28 January 2026

Meet Sarah and Nick, owners of The Book Nook - a sustainably-crafted Devon hideaway for two, with whimsical décor inspired by classic tales, and a Narnian wardrobe that opens out to the rolling hills of...

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Meet the Owners: The Cabin by the Castle, Moray

13 January 2026

Meet Caroline and Ed Dunbar, owners of The Cabin by the Castle – a sumptuous, "coorie"-infused eco-cabin powered by nature, secluded on a historic Moray estate and boasting magnificent views of Duffus Castle. What first...

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Meet the Owners: Warksburn Old Church, Northumberland

19 November 2025

Meet Drs Anne and Alan James, owners of Warksburn Old Church - a globally-unique and ultra-luxurious Net Zero conversion of a 19th century church, in beautiful rural Northumberland close to Hadrian’s Wall and Kielder Water....

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Meet the Owners: Finca de Arrieta, Lanzarote

22 October 2025

Meet Michelle Braddock - co-founder of Finca de Arrieta - and her eldest son Joshua, who oversees the running of this luxury selection of self-contained couples, friends and family accommodation in the small fishing village...

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Meet the Owners: Coppet Hill Glamping, Dorset

11 June 2025

Meet Ellen Kingston, who runs Coppet Hill Glamping with her sister Pippa and parents George and Amanda. Surrounded by Dorset’s most magnificent hills, the 600-acre farm site boasts peaceful, private havens for couples and small...

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Meet the Owners: Okel Tor Mine, Cornwall

14 January 2025

Meet Jon and Jenny, owners of Okel Tor Mine, two romantic cottages for two, lovingly converted and set on the tranquil site of a former 19th century tin mine, within the Tamar Valley Area of...

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Meet the Owners: The Control Tower B&B, Norfolk

18 October 2024

Meet Claire and Nigel, the owners of The Control Tower B&B. We spoke to Claire to find out what it's like to run this fantastic piece history in stunning North Norfolk! What made you choose...

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Meet the Owners: Treetop Hideaways, Lincolnshire

17 September 2024

Meet Jenny, owner of Treetop Hideaways - a collection of luxurious couples' treetop hideaways, set around peaceful lakes and trees just outside the village of Woodhall Spa, on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. What...

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Meet the Owners: Ekopod, Cornwall

17 July 2024

Meet Rachael, who - along with brother Matt - runs Ekopod - a family and pet-friendly glampsite featuring beautifully appointed geodomes, glamping tents and a holiday cottage, privately nestled in secluded farmland on the edge...

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Meet the Owners: River House, Rye

10 June 2024

Meet Helen, owner of River House – a vibrant, design-led 70's-inspired retreat that offers direct access to the shimmering River Rother, with medieval Rye and Camber Sands in easy reach. What first inspired you to...

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Meet the Owners: The Windmill Suffolk

2 May 2024

Meet Natalie and Steve, owners of The Windmill Suffok - a glorious towering bolthole as seen on George Clarke's 'Amazing Spaces' and overlooking idyllic countryside, just two miles north of historic Lavenham. What first inspired...

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“Alex came up with the name ‘Host Unusual’ on a London bike ride!” Meet our Founders, Dawn and Alex

Meet the Owners: Wilderhus Glamping, Devon

Meet the Owners: The Book Nook, Devon

Meet the Owners: The Cabin by the Castle, Moray

Meet the Owners: Warksburn Old Church, Northumberland

Meet the Owners: Finca de Arrieta, Lanzarote

Meet the Owners: Coppet Hill Glamping, Dorset

Meet the Owners: Okel Tor Mine, Cornwall

Meet the Owners: The Control Tower B&B, Norfolk

Meet the Owners: Treetop Hideaways, Lincolnshire

Meet the Owners: Ekopod, Cornwall

Meet the Owners: River House, Rye

Meet the Owners: The Windmill Suffolk

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