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New to Host Unusual: Unique holiday gems in South West England

11 February 2019

There’s no mistaking the annual allure of Southern England, with the counties of Devon, Dorset and Cornwall amongst the most popular.
Holidaymakers flock to these shores in search of beautiful coves, beaches, surfing and other southern adventures such as The Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan and many more.

We’ve also discovered a wealth of new and unusual places to stay in this area of the country, with everything from architect designed houses to beautifully restored barns, hand-crafted cabins and unique conversions – from containers to towers! 
Take a look at this latest selection of holiday gems and promptly set your compass ‘due south’.  You won’t regret it!
Main image: brand new Nordic style cabins at Lydcott Glamping, Cornwall

The Cider House

Near Bridport, Dorset, England
A stylish bolthole on a welcoming Dorset farm, perfect for an eco-friendly, all-weather rural escape from everyday life.
Bedrooms: 2
Sleeps: 4
From
£105 / night

The Hideaways

Poltimore, Devon, England
Thoughtfully-crafted cabins with private hot tubs and saunas hidden in nature, blissfully secluded among 30 acres of woodland, meadow, and wildlife-rich brooks on a family-run Devon farm.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£190 /nt

Okel Tor Mine

Calstock, Cornwall, England
Beauty, peace and calm combine in two romantic Cornish riverside retreats: the former Smithy and Captain's Office of a Victorian tin mine.
Bedrooms: 1 per cottage
Sleeps:
From
£73 / night

Lydcott Glamping

Widegates, Cornwall, England
A unique, expertly handcrafted back-to-nature escape that showcases some of the best sea views in Cornwall.
Bedrooms: Varies
Sleeps: 6
From
£100 / night

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