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New to Host Unusual: Last of the Summer… Adventures!

4 September 2019

September is, for many, a great time to travel.

With the kids back at school prices start to come down, but the climate still lends itself to some mighty fine adventures in the late summer sun.  
We have unearthed some beautiful places to retreat to, so why not take a peek?  

From luxury treehouses to glamping huts and yurts, renovated narrowboats, cave retreats, windmills and geodomes, we cater for all tastes and budget ranges, so if you’re looking to eke out the summer and embark on a unique escapade somewhere truly extraordinary, then look no further!
Main image: Lake at The Meadow Glamping | Broughton, Hampshire

The Merry Harriers Shepherd's Huts

Hambledon, Surrey, England
Five luxurious and colourful huts, packed with comfort and perfectly set by a shimmering pond that overlooks the Surrey Hills.
Bedrooms: Open plan
Sleeps: 2
From
£195 / night

Somerset Yurts

Taunton, Somerset, England
Savour the unrivalled beauty of the Quantock Hills from the cosy comfort of a luxury yurt, dome or safari lodge.
Bedrooms: Varies
Sleeps: Varies
From
£120 (2 nights)

Desert Cave Hotel

Coober Pedy, South Australia
Experience the South Australian outback at its authentic best, with dug-out style luxury living and an underground bed!
Bedrooms: 50 rooms
Sleeps: 2-4 per room
From
£77 / night

Rye Windmill

Rye, East Sussex, England
A friendly, family-run B&B in an iconic Grade II-listed landmark, perfectly nestled on the banks of a picturesque river.
Bedrooms: 10
Sleeps: 2 per room
From
£105/night

Cuevas de Bardenas

Valtierra, Navarra, Spain
A unique, awe-inspiring labyrinth of cave houses for couples, friends and families, beautifully set in Northern Spain.
Bedrooms: Varies
Sleeps: 2-7 per cave
From
£190 /night

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