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#AccelerateAction: Inspiring Stories and Unusual Stays to Celebrate International Women’s Day 2025

6 March 2025

Ever since 1911, International Women’s Day (IWD) has celebrated the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women worldwide. Held on 8th March, IWD is a perfect opportunity to recognise the incredible achievements of the...

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New to Host Unusual: Legendary Cabins-by-the-Sea, Magical Tree Tents, and a Witchcraft-Inspired Windmill

25 February 2025

There’s plenty of myth and magic to discover in our latest selection of unusual retreats. For example: how about bedding down in an opulent clifftop cabin, whose cutting-edge design was inspired by a legendary Suffolk...

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Dog-Friendly Boats and Boathouses for Whole Family Waterside Breaks

20 February 2025

There’s something irredeemably relaxing about a holiday inspired by water… whether the wide open sea, a meandering river, or a shimmering lake. Most boat or boathouse stays offer up-close proximity to calming waters, with abundant...

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Say Goodbye to Winter! Unique Retreats With Spring Flowers to Savour

11 February 2025

Spring is just around the corner, bringing longer days streaked with early sunshine – a perfect time to revel in the Great Outdoors! You’ll be in good company, too. Roused from its long winter slumber,...

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Our Favourite Holiday Retreats with Al Fresco Bathtubs

4 February 2025

"Splish, splash, I was taking a bath..." in the Great Outdoors! Let's be clear: when we say "al fresco bathtubs", we aren't referring to wood-fired hot tubs. We don't even mean luxury hot tubs with...

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Fun-Filled Family Stays for Big and Little Kids Alike!

30 January 2025

Going on holiday with the family should be a highlight of the year. But as many a stressed-out parent will attest, keeping everyone happy and entertained can be challenging. That means choosing the right place...

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Romantic Retreats to Make This Valentine’s Day Your Best Yet!

21 January 2025

Spiriting the love of your life away for an indulgent Valentine’s break is the ultimate in romantic gestures. Throw a unique retreat into the equation, with sublime views and sumptuous surroundings, and your memories will...

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New Year, New Retreat: Fresh Features and Shiny Upgrades for 2025!

17 January 2025

January’s “new year, new you” mantra can be hard to resist, which started us thinking about which of our fabulous properties might be undergoing a 2025-inspired transformation. So, we asked – and the responses we...

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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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Magical, Dreamlike Worldwide Stays for Escaping the January Blues!

1 January 2025

Who doesn’t dream of escaping the world in January? Often hailed as a month of new beginnings, we can’t think of a less fun or motivating time to begin something afresh. The festive season is...

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Grand Castle Stays To Make You Feel Like A Traitor!

A few years ago you may recall that ‘I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!' relocated (thanks to Covid travel restrictions) from the Australian jungle to the grounds of Gwrych Castle, a 19th century,...

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Unusual Retreats Inspired by Unputdownable ‘Cosy Crime’ Stories

17 December 2024

“Cosy crime” is a genre that refers to those compelling tales of eccentric, eminently likeable amateur detectives. They’re called upon to investigate and solve murder cases, often in observant and imaginative ways that baffle the...

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New to Host Unusual: an immersive ‘film set’ experience, a Starman shrine, fine wine-tasting in a Portuguese mill – and more

10 December 2024

If you’ve ever wondered what it might be like to live inside a film set, or browse the archives of one of music’s greatest icons, look no further than our latest selection of retreats! Tucked...

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Latest Blog Articles

#AccelerateAction: Inspiring Stories and Unusual Stays to Celebrate International Women’s Day 2025

New to Host Unusual: Legendary Cabins-by-the-Sea, Magical Tree Tents, and a Witchcraft-Inspired Windmill

Dog-Friendly Boats and Boathouses for Whole Family Waterside Breaks

Say Goodbye to Winter! Unique Retreats With Spring Flowers to Savour

Our Favourite Holiday Retreats with Al Fresco Bathtubs

Fun-Filled Family Stays for Big and Little Kids Alike!

Romantic Retreats to Make This Valentine’s Day Your Best Yet!

New Year, New Retreat: Fresh Features and Shiny Upgrades for 2025!

Meet the Owners: Okel Tor Mine, Cornwall

Magical, Dreamlike Worldwide Stays for Escaping the January Blues!

Grand Castle Stays To Make You Feel Like A Traitor!

Unusual Retreats Inspired by Unputdownable ‘Cosy Crime’ Stories

New to Host Unusual: an immersive ‘film set’ experience, a Starman shrine, fine wine-tasting in a Portuguese mill – and more

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