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Book That Last-Minute Summer Break: Unusual Retreats With Availability Through July and August 2026

8 July 2026

If you’re still dreaming about getting away from it all this summer, don’t worry. We may already be in July, but an unusual last-minute break can still be on the cards!

While these retreats are each unique in their own way, they’ve got one very important thing in common. They’re all available for at least one full week (7 consecutive nights) between Friday 17th July and Monday 31st August inclusive.

That means you can take the whole family away for a holiday packed with so much fun and wonder, you’ll be raving about it for the rest of the year!

How about bedding down in wild and wonderful Cornish cabins, or going off-grid in a gorgeous wildflower meadow, taking a bath under the stars? There’s also a welcome chance to escape the sweltering summer heatwaves, in a bespoke-crafted lodge that’s jaw-droppingly elevated over Loch Broom in the Scottish Highlands.

Oh, and as if all this wasn’t enough, some retreats even come with special offers to make your stay that little bit sweeter.

Scroll down to see the full list, along with a guide to which dates* – and special offers – each retreat has available. Happy summer!

* As always, availability is accurate at the time of writing but is subject to change.

Author: Nina Jervis-Green
Main image: Hipley Cabin view across the fields at Hoe Grange Holidays | Derbyshire

Albion Nights

Bungay, Norfolk, England
A duo of hand-crafted, off-grid retreats (one an Amazing Space!) each with a sumptuous outdoor bath, peacefully secluded in a Norfolk wildflower meadow for a beautiful back-to-nature escape.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£195 / night
Book any stay of 3 nights or more and get an additional night added FREE to your stay. Good availability in both cabins for longer stays from 28th July-30th August.

The Sea Dragons

Southwold, Suffolk, England
Architect-designed, cedar-clad havens inspired by Suffolk legend, privately elevated on a clifftop with soul-stirring North Sea views and a secluded beach on the doorstep.
Bedrooms: 1 per cabin
Sleeps: 2
From
£192/night
Stunning sea views, access to beautiful, peaceful beach and air conditioned comfort in our brand new Sea Dragons, available as follows: Sea Dragon, Scylla 21-28 August * Sea Dragon , Kraken 15 - 22 July/27 July- 3 August/7-14/21-31 August

Lewie's Croft

Cove, Wester Ross, The Highlands, Scotland
A remotely secluded, architect-designed eco-lodge taken from the pages of a rustic Highland folktale, surrounded by soaring mountains with an outdoor sauna and breath-taking views of Loch Ewe.
Bedrooms: 2
Sleeps: 4
From
£400 / night
Lewie's Croft is available to book from 28th July 2026 - 31st August 2026.

Little Seed Field

Ripon, Yorkshire, England
Wild luxury glamping at its most naturally breathtaking, in cosy wooden cabins nestled on a friendly, family-run farm in the Yorkshire Dales.
Bedrooms: Open plan
Sleeps: Up to 4 per cabin
From
£95 / night
Summer weeks availability! Little Seed Field offers an authentic, nature-focussed glamping escape with heaps of onsite adventure for all the family - campfires, stargazing, stunning sunsets and fantastic local attractions to explore.

Sycamore Lodge

Halstead, Essex, England
A luxurious, dog-friendly A-frame retreat for couples and small families alike, with a private hot tub, plentiful onsite facilities including sauna, and beautiful woodland surroundings on the Essex and Suffolk border.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 4
From
£426 /2 nts
Availability from Friday 17th to 24th July in Sycamore Lodge

Blyth Rise Stays

Laxfield, Suffolk, England
Savour rural Suffolk at its most beautiful, from the comfort of a nature-steeped, adults-only retreat that's home to lakeside lodges, cosy Igluhuts, and two luxurious woodland saunas.
Bedrooms: 1 or 2 per unit
Sleeps: 2 or 4 per unit
From
£100 / night
7 night stays available over the summer

Little Menherion

Menherion, Cornwall, England
Indulge your soul and senses in a refreshing ‘wildcation', sustainably set within a tranquil, wildlife-steeped Cornish valley in the middle of everywhere.
Bedrooms: 1 per cabin
Sleeps: 2 per cabin
From
£125 / night
Book a week in any of Little Menherion’s wild Cornish cabins this summer and we’ll gift you the 7th night, because nobody ever wants to leave.

Hoe Grange Holidays

Matlock, Derbyshire, England
Eco-friendly, accessible, self-catering log cabins, camping pods and a gypsy caravan on a working farm in the Peak District.
Bedrooms: Varies
Sleeps: Varies
From
£180 /2 nts
Our Hipley cabin at Hoe Grange sleeps 4 and is available for a 7-night summer stay from Friday 24th July to Friday 31st July, relax on the spacious decking and admire the stunning views over the Peak District countryside.

Joseph the Multicolour Dream Coach

Hartland, Devon, England
A vibrant and cheerful single-decker retreat for romantic couples, with self-contained facilities, friendly on-site animals, and rolling Devon countryside on the doorstep.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£70/ night
Availability in Joseph from 27th Jul - 7th August and again 14th - 23rd August

LandyCampers

Broxted, Essex, England
Indulge your wanderlust with an off-grid, self-drive adventure aboard your very own Land Rover Defender, complete with rooftop tent set-up, a cosy lounge, and all the equipment you could want!
Bedrooms: 1 or 2 roof tents
Sleeps: 2-7 guests
From
£175 / night
LandyCampers fully equipped Land Rover Defender LandyCamper, has 7-night summer availability through August, with rooftop tent, bedding, cooking kit, off-grid power and all camping essentials included for a ready-made UK road trip from Essex.

Corylus Retreats

Ullapool, The Highlands, Scotland
Two sustainably-crafted, architecturally-designed retreats peacefully elevated on a hillside above Ullapool, for jaw-dropping views towards Loch Broom and the mountains beyond.
Bedrooms: 1 or 2 per apartment
Sleeps: 6
From
£522 /3 nights-Fjell
Because Corylus is brand new this season, it is one of the very few modern, private, high-comfort properties in the area still available during peak season. Availability in Fjord (2 bedrooms) and Fjell (1 bedroom)

Brook Cottage Shepherd Huts

Llŷn Peninsula, Gwynedd, Wales
An award-winning, adults-only haven blissfully secluded among soothing woodland on the Llŷn Peninsula, with a wildflower meadow, a private lake, and soul-stirring mountain views.
Bedrooms: 1 per hut
Sleeps: 2 per hut
From
£84 /nt
We currently have week long availability across all five of our shepherd huts on various dates in July and August - and we offer excellent discounts on 7 night stays. For example, in Elen and Marared, the nightly rate drops from £125 to £84 for a full week booking.

Ty Crwn Roundhouse

Lampeter, Ceredigion, Wales
A dog-friendly Celtic retreat nestled among picture-perfect countryside on the outskirts of Cardigan Bay, with large windows and a wood-fired hot tub for romantic bliss
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£786 (7nts)
1 week availability from 14th aug

Cambridge Lodge Water Tank

Wensley, Derbyshire, England
An historic water tank, transformed into unique, luxurious and sociable accommodation in the heart of the picturesque Peak District.
Bedrooms: 3
Sleeps: 6
From
£560 (1 week)
Lots of July / August availability

Blue Dominator Bus

Seaton, Devon, England
A vintage Canadian school bus, beautifully restored with plenty of off-grid retro style, pet-friendly, and peacefully secluded on a family-run Devon farm with a vineyard on the doorstep!
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£455 (7 nights)
Whole of August available to book!

Rusty Boathouse

Llanarth, Ceredigion, Wales
A lavish single-storey lakeside pod, complete with a stargazing hot tub and its own private decking and jetty, beautifully secluded amongst the idyllic rural landscape of mid-Wales.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£504 (2 nts)
1-10 and 21-28 Aug available to book

Seaton Cabin

Seaton, Cornwall, England
A soothing Cornish hot tub retreat that's packed with style, close to the coast and boasting rolling countryside views, for the best of both worlds!
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£496/wk
Availability 31 July – 15 Aug

Ironbridge Tree Retreat

Ironbridge, Shropshire, England
A magical Shropshire hideaway with a soft-glowing wood-burner and al fresco spaces galore, close to the famous World Heritage site of Ironbridge.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£494 (7 nights)
18 – 25 August available to book

Ingham Old Chapel

Lincolnshire, England
Discover a divine, pet-friendly rural retreat for group stays set in Lincolnshire loveliness, complete with a garden hot tub and ample space to socialise in comfort
Bedrooms: 6
Sleeps: 11
From
£2,334 (7nts)
1 – 9 August available to book

Westward Lodge

Westward Ho, Devon, England
Marvel at this bespoke-crafted North Devon cedar cabin with private hot tub, far-reaching country views and even a gastropub on site!
Bedrooms: 2
Sleeps: 2 (+2 children)
From
£492 / week
Whole of August from 2nd Aug available to book

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