Historic Retreats

Play the lead in your very own holiday fable with a stay in one of these incredible historic hideaways. Each of our handpicked selection has its own long list of beguiling stories from a bygone era, so check in and immerse yourself in their wonders.

Old Smock Mill

Old Smock Mill

England / Nr Cranbrook, Kent
A romantic escape to the Garden of England calls for a truly memorable place to stay, and that's exactly what lies in store at the Old Smock Mill.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Turbine Barn

The Turbine Barn

England / Longparish, Hampshire
This lovingly converted riverside thatched cottage in Hampshire is perfect for the most soothingly tranquil of group breaks.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Lantern & Larks luxury campsite Exton Park

Lantern & Larks luxury campsite Exton Park

England / Oakham, Rutland
Luxury glamping accommodation in historical Exton Park, in Oakham, Rutland.
Sleeps: 6 per tent
Bedrooms: 3 per tent
Champing™ Chiselhampton

Champing™ Chiselhampton

England / Chiselhampton, Oxfordshire
Cosy down in your very own church for the night with a ChampingTM break at St Katherine's, a beautiful listed church in Oxfordshire immortalized in a poem by John Betjeman.
Sleeps: Up to 6
Bedrooms: Varies
The Old Chapel

The Old Chapel

England / Baldersdale, County Durham
The Old Chapel - come and discover Baldersdale's breathtaking Area of Outstanding Beauty in a much-loved, stunning chapel cottage steeped in local tradition.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Marine Villa Art Deco House

Marine Villa Art Deco House

England / Shanklin, Isle of Wight
Spectacular cliff top art deco house with stunning sea views and period features.
Sleeps: 19
Bedrooms: 6 (+1)
Bircham Windmill

Bircham Windmill

England / Great Bircham, Norfolk
Wind back time in a cosy cottage or a stylish shepherd's hut set within a historic windmill complex in the refreshing heart of Norfolk.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
The Black Castle

The Black Castle

Ireland / Coolbaun, Tipperary
Travel back through time with an ‘over-knight' stay for two in a majestically authentic 16th century Gaelic castle.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Old Higher Lighthouse Branscombe Lodge

Old Higher Lighthouse Branscombe Lodge

England / Portland Bill, Dorset
Leave everyday life far behind in this heartwarming cottage, romantically positioned by an 18th century lighthouse on Dorset's Jurassic Coast.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Middleton Hall Folly

Middleton Hall Folly

England / Middleton, Northumberland
A fairy-tale folly in the grounds of a historic mansion house, Middleton Hall Folly offers an exquisite retreat for couples in the heart of Northumberland.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Discount Aikwood Tower

Aikwood Tower

Scotland / Selkirk, Scottish Borders
Relax and enjoy the finer things in life surrounded by warmth and luxury, in an award-winning, authentic medieval tower set in the bracing Scottish Borders.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Knock Old Castle

Knock Old Castle

Scotland / Largs, Ayrshire
Whisk yourself away to the Ayrshire coast and the magnificent Knock Old Castle for a fairy-tale holiday like no other.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Midweek offer The Harpy Houseboat

The Harpy Houseboat

England / Tower Bridge, London
Welcome aboard London's oldest houseboat, The Harpy, with unrivalled majestic views of Tower Bridge.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
The Hadlow Tower

The Hadlow Tower

England / Hadlow, Kent
The Hadlow Tower - create your own magical fairytale with a stay in the tallest folly in the UK, grandly nestled in scenic Kent countryside.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Belle Tout Lighthouse B&B

Belle Tout Lighthouse B&B

England / Beachy Head, East Sussex
A historic Lighthouse B&B perched on the white cliffs of Beachy Head, with show-stopping panoramic views and many original features.
Sleeps: 2 per room
Bedrooms: 6
Trullo Fico

Trullo Fico

Italy / Ostuni, Puglia
A unique blend of contemporary style and ancient tradition awaits, in a family-friendly Puglian haven you won't want to leave.
Sleeps: 8/9
Bedrooms: 3
Triumphal Arch Lodge

Triumphal Arch Lodge

Northern Ireland / Colebrooke, County Fermanagh
Make your holiday a triumph with a stunningly stately stay in the gateway to historic Colebrooke, set by the tranquil lakes of County Fermanagh.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
The Highland Club

The Highland Club

Scotland / Fort Augustus, Inverness-Shire
Prepare for a sensational Highland fling at The Highland Club - an exquisite former fort on the shores of Loch Ness, promising Gothic enchantment for romance, adventure or a fairytale wedding.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
The Gate Lodge

The Gate Lodge

England / Sibton, Suffolk
Luxurious self-catering accommodation in and below extended gate lodges at Sibton Park, Suffolk, designed by neoclassical architect James Wyatt.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
The Follies Low Lodge

The Follies Low Lodge

England / Hunmanby, near Filey, Yorkshire
The Follies, The Low Lodge - a characterful and romantic stone building infused with authentic style, perfect for exploring the delights of the North Yorkshire coast.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Gooderham's Carriage

Gooderham's Carriage

England / Bodiam, Sussex
Gooderham's Carriage - saddle up the horses and head for the East Sussex countryside, for a romantic stay for two in a charming vintage-style carriage.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
10 percent discount Fair Oak Farm

Fair Oak Farm

England / Mayfield, East Sussex
A private 12-acre country estate in East Sussex, offering luxury self-catering accommodation in historic farm buildings, treehouses and Shepherd huts for large groups of 10 - 36 guests.
Sleeps: 10-36 guests
Bedrooms: Varies
Toll House

Toll House

England / Nether Stowey, Somerset
Lovingly refurbished former 18th Century toll house in Nether Stowey, Somerset.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Llancayo Windmill

Llancayo Windmill

Wales / Near Usk, Monmouthshire
Luxurious self-catering accommodation for 12 in a historic windmill with spectacular views of the Welsh countryside.
Sleeps: 12
Bedrooms: 6
Glamping Thorpe

Glamping Thorpe

England / Banbury, Oxfordshire
There's glamping, and then there's Glamping Thorpe - a fun-filled, innovative glamping site like no other, for an escape to the country that's truly out of this world!
Sleeps: 8-20
Bedrooms: Varies
Belle Isle Castle and Private Island

Belle Isle Castle and Private Island

Northern Ireland / Lisbellaw, Enniskillen
Gather your favourite people to experience a life of historic luxury, in your very own fairytale castle and private island accommodation set by the sparkling Fermanagh water's edge.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
Walton Castle

Walton Castle

England / Clevedon, Somerset
If you've always dreamed of your very own castle in the English countryside, complete with turrets, a keep, and acres of grounds, those dreams will come true at Walton Castle.
Sleeps: 16
Bedrooms: 8
Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel

Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel

Scotland / Kirkcolm, Dumfries and Galloway
Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel - illuminate your holiday with a stay in a beautifully unique Scottish coastal hotel that doubles up as a charming working lighthouse.
Sleeps: 2-6 per room
Bedrooms: 11
The Isle of Carna

The Isle of Carna

Scotland / Loch Sunart, The Highlands
The Isle of Carna - cast yourself away to your very own private Scottish island, teeming with native wildlife and boasting 600 blissful acres of fresh, tranquil luxury.
Sleeps: 6-8 per property
Bedrooms: Varies
Osea Island

Osea Island

England / UK / Blackwater Estuary, Essex
Private island retreat in the Blackwater Estuary with a range of onsite amenities.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
Reydon Grove Estate

Reydon Grove Estate

England / Southwold, Suffolk
Reydon Grove Estate - sumptuous stately style in Suffolk, for group holidays and special celebrations that demand more than a touch of the truly exceptional.
Sleeps: 18 + 2
Bedrooms: 10
Plas Mynach

Plas Mynach

Wales / Barmouth, Gwynedd
Step back in time at Plas Mynach, a historic holiday home overlooking Cardigan Bay, where guests can relax in the private sanctuary of The Gatehouse or escape to the heights of the Tower Flat.
Sleeps: 2-6
Bedrooms: 1-2
Discount Dreamcatcher

Dreamcatcher

England / Penzance, Cornwall
Dreamcatcher - unleash your indulgent side in this exquisitely converted Cornish chapel.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
East Tower Gazebo

East Tower Gazebo

Wales / Pembroke, Pembrokeshire
The East Tower Gazebo - a property love story in which ancient times past meet luxury contemporary living, in the picturesque historical setting of Pembroke.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Boston Flour Mill

Boston Flour Mill

England / Boston, Lincolnshire
Boston Flour Mill - restore the wind in your sails with this delightful apartment for two in a working Lincolnshire flour mill, soothingly situated on a scenic canal.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Champing™ Aldwincle

Champing™ Aldwincle

England / Aldwincle, Northamptonshire
Snuggle down inside the original ChampingTM church - All Saints in Aldwincle, a beautiful ancient space in Northamptonshire.
Sleeps: Up to 16
Bedrooms: Varies
The Control Tower B&B

The Control Tower B&B

England / Walsingham, Norfolk
A restored Control Tower B&B bursting with history, period art deco features and furnishings on a former North Norfolk airfield.
Sleeps: 2 per room
Bedrooms: 4
Hotel Barge Waternimf

Hotel Barge Waternimf

England / Ely, Cambridgeshire
Hotel Barge Waternimf - authentic Dutch-inspired luxury on the majestic waters of the River Great Ouse, where scenic Cambridgeshire style awaits.
Sleeps: 2 per cabin
Bedrooms: 1 per cabin
Chateau Mareuil

Chateau Mareuil

France / Brigueil-le-Chantre, Aquitaine
Ancient history and contemporary comfort combine at Château Mareuil, a regally rural French home-from-home.
Sleeps: Up to 10
Bedrooms: 4
North Wing

North Wing

England / Mount's Bay, Cornwall
If you've ever imagined life in a 16th-century castle with sweeping sea views, experience it for yourself at North Wing.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Turnpike Cottage

Turnpike Cottage

England / Chard, Somerset
Sit back and relax in a fairytale thatched cottage, situated in the refreshing Blackdown Hills and surrounded by endlessly lush countryside.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Special offer Bradford Old Windmill

Bradford Old Windmill

England / Bradford-On-Avon, Wiltshire
Bradford Old Windmill - enjoy the gentle breeze through charming Bradford on Avon, with a tranquil break in the town's quirky and much-loved landmark.
Sleeps: Up to 6
Bedrooms: 2
Koza Cave Hotel

Koza Cave Hotel

Turkey / Goreme, Cappadocia
Set inside a historic cave house among the magical ‘fairy chimneys' of Cappadocia, Koza Cave Hotel offers a wonderfully indulgent, eco-inspired hideaway - a true Turkish delight!
Sleeps: 2 per room
Bedrooms: 10
Greystead Old Church

Greystead Old Church

England / Bellingham, Northumberland
A celestial church conversion in the heavenly heart of the North Tyne Valley, infused with authentic Georgian style and contemporary luxury for a break that's worthy of a blessing.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
The White Tower

The White Tower

Scotland / Kenmore, Perthshire
Enjoy a taste of traditional Scotland in this historic 5-star tower retreat surrounded by truly stunning Highland views.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
West Usk Lighthouse

West Usk Lighthouse

Wales / Newport, Gwent
A quirky and fascinating 180-year-old converted lighthouse B&B in South Wales.
Sleeps: 2 per room
Bedrooms: 4
Tawstock Castle

Tawstock Castle

England / Barnstaple, Devon
Be the king or queen of your own castle when you stay at the magnificent Tawstock Castle, in the heart of the North Devon countryside.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Bunker Pavilion

Bunker Pavilion

Netherlands / Vuren, Gelderland
For a piece of Dutch military history, an ingenious architectural transformation and a countryside idyll, quick march to The Bunker Pavilion.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 1
St Curig's Church

St Curig's Church

Wales / Capel Curig, Gwynedd
Experience heaven on Earth in this charmingly converted 19th century church, with sociable village life and a backdrop of the breathtaking Snowdonia mountains built in.
Sleeps: up to 16
Bedrooms: 6
Hen Wrych Hall Tower

Hen Wrych Hall Tower

Wales / Abergele, County Conwy
Snuggle up together at Hen Wrych Hall Tower - an utterly romantic fortress for two complete with an open fire, a luxurious slipper bath and a magnificent, hand-carved four-poster bed!
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Harbour Lights

Harbour Lights

England / Charlestown, Cornwall
Harbour Lights - be the star of your very own atmospheric love story in this unique luxury sea sanctuary, set along the sweeping south coast of Cornwall.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
10 percent discount Aylsham Windmill

Aylsham Windmill

England / Aylsham, Norfolk
A luxury holiday home for six in a former working flourmill, built in 1826 and modernised to welcome guests to enjoy Norfolk's many attractions.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Chateau Rhianfa

Chateau Rhianfa

Wales / Menai Bridge, Anglesey
Château Rhianfa - star in your very own fairytale, with a stay in an opulent French-styled setting that overlooks the magical beauty of Snowdonia.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
Middleham Round House

Middleham Round House

England / Middleham, Yorkshire Dales
Feel like royalty in a charmingly circular holiday home, set below King Richard's castle in historical Middleham in the scenic Yorkshire Dales.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Higher Lodge

Higher Lodge

England / Cockington, Devon
Unique 17th Century thatched cob cottage in Devon's Cockington Country Park.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
The Pumphouse

The Pumphouse

England / Hilgay, Norfolk
Refurbished former pump house in Hilgay, Norfolk, offering luxurious self-catering accommodation over three floors.
Sleeps: 14
Bedrooms: 5
The Rockhouse Retreat

The Rockhouse Retreat

England / Low Habberley, Worcestershire
Contemporary rock house in Worcestershire, blending modern comforts with centuries-old original features.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Prince's Carriage

Prince's Carriage

England / Bodiam, Sussex
The Prince's Carriage - live like rural royalty in an exquisitely restored 19th century carriage, set amongst 200 alluring acres of fresh Sussex farmland.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Cley Windmill

Cley Windmill

England / Cley-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
Cley Windmill - visit the charming ‘Old Lady by the Sea' on the bracing Norfolk coast, for an exquisitely warm and inviting break that will restore the wind in your sails.
Sleeps: 2 per room
Bedrooms: 9
Champing™ Swaffham Prior

Champing™ Swaffham Prior

England / Swaffham Prior, Cambridgeshire
A hilltop Georgian church in a little Cambridgeshire village, offering a sensational space for a memorable ChampingTM  experience.
Sleeps: Up to 16
Bedrooms: Varies
Champing™ Fordwich

Champing™ Fordwich

England / Fordwich, Kent
For a true ChampingTM pilgrimage, book a stay at The Church of St Mary the Virgin in England's tiniest town, Fordwich in Kent, just three miles from historic Canterbury.
Sleeps: Up to 12
Bedrooms: Varies
Sumburgh Lighthouse

Sumburgh Lighthouse

Scotland / Shetland Isles, Scotland
Shetland's Sumburgh Lighthouse offers gorgeous self-catering accommodation, breath-taking views, and even a slice of television fame - all combining for that truly memorable stay.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 3
The Vintage House

The Vintage House

England / Aldeburgh, Suffolk
The Vintage House - wind your clock back to the style and beauty of the late 1920s, with an authentic Suffolk period cottage that's also packed with contemporary creature comforts.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Eshaness Lighthouse

Eshaness Lighthouse

Scotland / Shetland Isles, Scotland
Remote retreats don't get much more perfect than the Lighthouse Keeper's cottage at Eshaness Lighthouse.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The Old Station Allerston

The Old Station Allerston

England / Pickering, North Yorkshire
Live the first-class life at The Old Station, where three stunning railway carriages await at the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors.
Sleeps: up to 6 per carriage
Bedrooms: 2-3 per carriage
The Old Lockup

The Old Lockup

England / Wirksworth, Derbyshire
The Old Lockup is where historical tales of crime and intrigue reside in the picturesque Derbyshire Dales.
Sleeps: 2 per room
Bedrooms: 4
Station House

Station House

England / St Bees, Cumbria
A former Victorian waiting room at St Bees Railway Station, now a unique self-catering holiday home.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Upcott Roundhouse

Upcott Roundhouse

England / Crediton, Devon
Take a break from everyday life and soothe your senses with a naturally unique, off-grid Devon break that's magically infused with atmospheric Iron-age history.
Sleeps: Up to 10
Bedrooms: Studio
Torrisdale Castle Estate

Torrisdale Castle Estate

Scotland / Campbeltown, Argyll
Set on the stunning spine of Kintyre, just footsteps from a private sandy beach and sensational views, is the Torrisdale Castle Estate.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
The Railway Cottage at Lavender Hill

The Railway Cottage at Lavender Hill

England / Williton, Somerset
Pack your bags for a special railway adventure at Railway Cottage - a gorgeous Somerset bolt hole built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel himself!
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Elmley Nature Reserve Shepherds Huts

Elmley Nature Reserve Shepherds Huts

England / Sheerness, Kent
Six luxurious shepherd's huts on a National Nature Reserve in Kent, with an abundance of wildlife right on your doorstep.
Sleeps: 2 per unit
Bedrooms: Studio
Lendal Tower

Lendal Tower

England / York, Yorkshire
Make your visit to historic York even more special with a stay in Lendal Tower - your own 5-star medieval fortification.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Ermita del Carmen

Ermita del Carmen

Spain / Carcabuey, Andalucia
Ermita del Carmen is a stunning 15th century chapel conversion, set within the soul-soothing natural heart of Andalucia.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Magherintemple Lodge

Magherintemple Lodge

Northern Ireland / Ballycastle, County Antrim
Magherintemple Lodge - experience all the fun of the seaside while you stay in an charmingly historic chocolate-box haven on the North Antrim Coast.
Sleeps: 4 (2 adults, 2 children)
Bedrooms: 2
Helen's Tower

Helen's Tower

Northern Ireland / Bangor, County Down
It's not every day you can stay at an enchanting home immortalised in the words of Alfred Lord Tennyson, yet Helen's Tower in stunning County Down offers exactly that.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Seabank Selsey

Seabank Selsey

England / Selsey, West Sussex
Prepare for a first-class holiday at stunning Seabank - a railway carriage retreat on the southernmost point of West Sussex.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
The Coastguard Lookout

The Coastguard Lookout

England / Dungeness, Kent
Arguably one of the most fabulously positioned places to stay in the UK, offering some of the most unique accommodation you'll ever find, Coastguard Lookout is definitely one for your radar.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 2
Drum Gatelodge

Drum Gatelodge

Northern Ireland / Bushmills, County Antrim
On a quiet country road at the edge of the historic Ballylough Estate, discover the utterly charming Drum Gatelodge - a romantic and unique hideaway for two in the stunning County Antrim countryside.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Bressay Lighthouse

Bressay Lighthouse

Scotland / Shetland Isles, Scotland
Indulge in peace and tranquillity at one of the Shetland Isles' most famous landmarks - the Bressay Lighthouse.
Sleeps: 6 per cottage
Bedrooms: 3 per cottage
Eightlands

Eightlands

England / Hampton Bishop, Herefordshire
Eightlands - step blissfully back in time, with a warmly romantic stay in a thatched Herefordshire village cottage for two.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill

Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill

Northern Ireland / Bushmills, County Antrim
Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill - escape from everyday life with a romantic break in a lovingly converted County Antrim corn mill, where your soundtrack is the gentle rushing river.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Bunker

The Bunker

England / Sennen, Cornwall
You wouldn't usually associate peace, quiet and boundless luxury with a former WWII operations bunker - but that's exactly what's on offer at The Bunker in Sennen.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 4
Tiverton Castle

Tiverton Castle

England / Tiverton, Devon
Tiverton Castle - where your castle is your holiday home, with accommodation and grounds steeped in history, in the unspoilt setting of mid-Devon - modern comforts in medieval surroundings.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
Temple of Diana

Temple of Diana

England / Shifnal, Shropshire
For a truly unique escape, the Temple of Diana blends classical architecture and a heavenly location, making for a stay you'll treasure for a lifetime.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Ketch

Ketch

Northern Ireland / Killough, County Down
Make memories on the wild shores of the Irish Sea at Ketch, tucked away in the shadow of Ireland's tallest onshore lighthouse.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
RAF Wainfleet - The Tower

RAF Wainfleet - The Tower

England / Friskney, near Skegness, Lincolnshire
RAF Wainfleet Tower - stay in a history-steeped, uniquely iconic Lincolnshire landmark, fit for wartime heroes and offering superlative countryside views.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The Windmill

The Windmill

Wales / Tynlon, Anglesey
Nestled in the heart of Anglesey is The Windmill - this truly unique holiday home for four boasts unique features, spectacular countryside views, and even a spot of TV fame.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Sally Port Cottage

Sally Port Cottage

England / Truro, Cornwall
Self-catering holiday cottage at St Anthony's Lighthouse, St Mawes, Cornwall - the location for Fraggle Rock!
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
The Long House

The Long House

England / Sheepwash, Devon
The Long House - a large and lovely thatched Devon farmhouse, complete with its very own landing strip, that's ideal for group breaks filled with rural relaxation.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Coastguard Lookout

Coastguard Lookout

England / Hunstanton, Norfolk
Former Marconi Wireless Station converted into self-catering accommodation over three floors, near Old Hunstanton, Norfolk.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
The Folly

The Folly

England / Hambledon, Hampshire
Carve out your very own piece of holiday history in this detached Hambledon hideaway that's a perfect base for romantics and sporty types.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Studio at Lynchetts

The Studio at Lynchetts

England / Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
Retro-inspired boutique self-catering accommodation in a studio annex of Georgian townhouse.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Brewery Vaults

The Brewery Vaults

England / Freshford, nr Bath, Somerset
For a very special escape to stunning Somerset, the Brewery Vaults provides stylish luxury for four in the gorgeous village of Freshford.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Tainaron Blue

Tainaron Blue

Greece / Mani, Peloponnese
Experience elaborate architectural design in a piece of history at Tainaron blue - a fabulous guesthouse in a converted Tower of Mani set by azure shores on the southernmost tip of mainland Greece.
Sleeps: 2, 3 or 4 per room
Bedrooms: 3
Champing™ Booton

Champing™ Booton

England / Booton, Norfolk
Experience a unique ChampingTM break at St Michael the Archangel in Booton, an impressive listed church in the peaceful Norfolk countryside.
Sleeps: Up to 16
Bedrooms: Varies
Fog Signal Building

Fog Signal Building

England / Dungeness, Kent
A romantically unspoilt building steeped in historic charm, set on the wildly windswept Dungeness coast.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Stanton Drew Roundhouse

Stanton Drew Roundhouse

England / Stanton Drew, Somerset
If a cosy thatched cottage in the North Somerset countryside sounds like your idea of romance, it's time to be swept away to The Round House - a hill-top house with views galore and history to boot!
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Callander Castle

Callander Castle

Scotland / Callander, Perthshire
Take a historic castle set in 12 acres of grounds, an enviable position in the spectacular Trossachs and some of the most awe-inspiring interiors ever - and you have the truly unique Callander Castle!
Sleeps: 26
Bedrooms: 13
Fenton Tower

Fenton Tower

Scotland / North Berwick, East Lothian
Reinvent yourself as ancient Scottish royalty, in a historic castle tower that looks over the majestic countryside (and the many golf courses!
Sleeps: 12
Bedrooms: 5
The Knoll Tower

The Knoll Tower

England / Shifnal, Shropshire
Historic former hunting lodge in Shropshire's Weston Park - a romantic retreat for two.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Loft at St Thomas

The Loft at St Thomas

England / Winchester, Hampshire
The Loft at St Thomas' - enjoy saintly style in an exquisite church conversion, set within the thriving heart of Winchester.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
The Decoy Bunker

The Decoy Bunker

Wales / Llangybi, Monmouthshire
The Decoy Bunker - Keep Calm and stay in an authentic wartime bunker, beautifully restored as a romantic peacetime hideaway in the heart of the Monmouthshire hillsides.
Sleeps: 2-3
Bedrooms: 1
Radio Tower

Radio Tower

Channel Islands / Saint Brelade, Jersey
Stay in one of Jersey's most iconic and unique buildings, with dramatic 360-degree coastal views all around that promise to take you far away from everyday life.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The Welsh Gatehouse

The Welsh Gatehouse

Wales / Mathern, Monmouthshire
The Welsh Gatehouse - inspire your creative spirit in Grade II listed, castle-style Monmouthshire accommodation for two, exquisitely steeped in centuries of history and romance.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Barrowden Windmill

Barrowden Windmill

England / Nr. Morcott, Rutland
Barrowden Windmill - a listed mill gently nestled in rolling Rutland countryside, for a breeze-fuelled break steeped in natural luxury.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Solent Forts

Solent Forts

England / Portsmouth, Hampshire
Discover an extraordinary offshore retreat at Solent Forts, far removed from everyday life.
Sleeps: varies
Bedrooms: varies
The Pineapple

The Pineapple

Scotland / Airth, Falkirk
Arguably one of the most playful and eccentric historical buildings in the UK, The Pineapple is a former summer house with an instantly recognisable fruity dome that befits its name.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Moulin Rocquecor

Moulin Rocquecor

France / Tournon d'Agenais, Midi-Pyrenees
Marvel at this detached and uniquely converted French windmill, ideal for romantic couples looking for plenty of rustic charm.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Speare's Thatch

Speare's Thatch

England / Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire
Enjoy all the romance and quaint postcard charm of a thatched cottage in this delightful property set in a peaceful Hamlet close to Shakespeare country.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Chattanooga Choo Choo

Chattanooga Choo Choo

USA / Chattanooga, Tennessee
Enjoy a piece of authentic American history in a fun and beautiful Chattanooga terminal station hotel.
Sleeps: varies
Bedrooms: 145
Langholmen

Langholmen

Sweden / Stockholm
Stay in blissful captivity, in a former prison set within the heart of scenic Stockholm.
Sleeps: up to 4
Bedrooms: varies
Craigcaffie Tower

Craigcaffie Tower

Scotland / Innermessan, Dumfries & Galloway
Become the laird of your own castle in a romantic and intriguing Scottish castle tower set within luscious grounds and just a short distance from scenic Loch Ryan.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Marconne Turret

Marconne Turret

France / Hesdin, Pas-de-Calais
Arrive at your beautiful château for authentic French living, just a breezy drive from France's northern ports and several sandy beaches.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Trulli al Chiaro de Luna

Trulli al Chiaro de Luna

Italy / Putignano, Apulia
Indulge in a group break spent in a traditional Apulian stone dwelling, surrounded by unspoilt natural luxury.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 2
Hunsett Mill

Hunsett Mill

England / Stalham, Norfolk
A unique blend of contemporary design and traditional Norfolk architecture awaits in a uniquely renovated mill keeper's cottage.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 5
Inn at the Old Jail

Inn at the Old Jail

USA / New Orleans, Louisiana
Get yourself locked up in the thriving heart of New Orleans in an histroic police jail, without the bother of committing a crime!
Sleeps: 2-4
Bedrooms: 9
Frying Pan Tower

Frying Pan Tower

USA / North Carolina
Frying Pan Tower - where the mission is to protect and preserve a much-loved coastguard station, located 34 miles off the coast of North Carolina - complimentary ocean views included!
Sleeps: up to 12
Bedrooms: 8
Old St Lukes Church

Old St Lukes Church

England / Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
Set in a quiet Cumbrian village between the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks, this stunning church conversion could well be your new sanctuary.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Bishop Rock

Bishop Rock

England / Helston, Cornwall
Surround yourselves with flora and fauna from a heavenly Cornish lighthouse cottage, complete with spectacular views.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Gite d'Aubenton

Gite d'Aubenton

France / Aubenton, Picardy
Experience a 14th century watch tower in rural Picardy, ideal for families who want to immerse themselves in authentic French culture.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 2
Chapel House

Chapel House

England / Isle of Wight
Enter a truly glorious church conversion, rich in heavenly luxury and sumptuously set on the windswept coast of the Isle of Wight.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The Summer House

The Summer House

England / Wroxeter, Shropshire
The Summer House is a Shropshire countryside retreat for two that's bathed in historic and rural luxury, attached to a unique octagonal tower.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Onderneming

Onderneming

England / Pin Mill, Suffolk
Experience life on a Dutch Klipper with a stay on Onderneming; a cleverly converted historic sailing barge in unique surroundings in South Suffolk.
Sleeps: 2-8
Bedrooms: 4
Castle Levan

Castle Levan

Scotland / Gourock, Inverclyde
Stunningly situated on Scotland's beautiful West Coast, come and experience history and Scottish tradition with an authentic castle stay at Castle Levan.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 3
Ariel Cottage

Ariel Cottage

Wales / Marcross, Glamorgan
Immerse yourselves in the fresh delights of Glamorgan's Heritage Coast, in a dog-friendly lighthouse cottage ideal for families.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 3
The Granary Barn

The Granary Barn

England / Stonham Aspal, Suffolk
If you like your accommodation to come with an added dose of history and character, then look no further than The Granary Barn, a unique barn conversion set in beautiful rural Suffolk.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Emil Bach House

The Emil Bach House

USA / Chicago, lllinois
Explore the ‘Windy City' from the striking comfort of the ultimate in architect-designed homes, designed by a world-renowned great.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 2
Clavell Tower

Clavell Tower

England / Kimmeridge, Dorset
Dramatically set atop the cliff at Kimmeridge Bay, circular Clavell Tower has an appearance like no other, overlooking one of the most picturesque of Dorset's coves.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Capel Mawr

Capel Mawr

Wales / Llanrug, Gwynedd
A unique, lovingly restored chapel apartment nestled in the foothills of the breathtaking Snowdonia Mountain Range.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Bath Lodge Castle

Bath Lodge Castle

England / Norton St Philip, Somerset
A remarkably restored, 16th century Somerset castle steeped in regal history, for large group holidays to remember forever.
Sleeps: 30
Bedrooms: 14
Woodfarm House

Woodfarm House

England / Stonham Aspal, Suffolk
For a holiday filled with history and intrigue look no further than this charming thatched farmhouse in the heart of the Suffolk countryside.
Sleeps: up to 7
Bedrooms: 3
Little Thatch

Little Thatch

England / Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Take a break to the Essex seaside and stay in this cute and romantic thatched cottage near the thriving coastal town of Walton-on-the-Naze.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Cairns House

Cairns House

Scotland / Kelso, Scottish Borders
Stunning design and unquestionable wow factor characterise this five bedroom church conversion just 3 miles from Kelso in the Scottish Borders region.
Sleeps: 10+2
Bedrooms: 5
St Winifred's Well

St Winifred's Well

England / Woolston, Shropshire
Nestled in a secluded woodland space in the hamlet of Woolston, you'd be forgiven for missing the minuscule wonder that is St Winidfred's Well at first sight.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
St Mary's

St Mary's

Wales / Tal y Llyn, Anglesey
Lead your congregation into a stone-built 15th century Welsh church, beautifully set within the lush foothills of Mount Cader Idris.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 1
Penrice Castle Towers

Penrice Castle Towers

Wales / Oxwich, Wales
Penrice Castle Towers  - history, myth and intrigue combine to create an extraordinary stay in one of Wales's true natural gems.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Khina Cottage

Khina Cottage

England / Broadstairs, Kent
At Khina Cottage child-friendly luxury awaits, in a lighthouse cottage delightfully secluded in the charming Kent town of Broadstairs.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Appleton Water Tower

Appleton Water Tower

England / Sandringham, Norfolk
This magnificent Victorian water tower was built to service the royal estate of Sandringham back in 1877,  today it remains an extraordinary structural feat with remarkable 360 degree views.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Siren

Siren

England / Woolacombe, Devon
Siren is one of four refurbished former lighthouse keepers' cottages at Bull Point Lighthouse, discovered by the charming North Devon village of Mortehoe - a former base for smugglers!
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 3
Beacon Cottage

Beacon Cottage

England / Kingsbridge, Devon
Enjoy bracing clifftop walks from a Devon lighthouse cottage that's ideal for families in need of some fresh sea views.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Rainforest Chapel

Rainforest Chapel

England / Cinderford, Gloucestershire
Find your own peaceful sanctuary in this ingeniously converted chapel that is packed full of original features and charm in the popular Forest of Dean.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Toll Bridge House

Toll Bridge House

Wales / Penmaenpool, Snowdonia
Snowdonia is a simply spectacular area of Wales and you can make your visit more magical with a stay in this tollkeeper's house over a Grade II listed wooden bridge.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Karostas Cietums

Karostas Cietums

Latvia / Liepaja, Kurzeme
Get yourself locked up in Karostas Cietums, an extreme Latvian prison experience that isn't for the faint of heart!
Sleeps: 1
Bedrooms: 11
Parr Castle

Parr Castle

England / Snape, North Yorkshire
Retreat to a Grade I listed majestic castle and historic retreat in the North Yorkshire, previously the home of Henry VIII's sixth wife!
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
The Link

The Link

England / Cromer, Norfolk
The Link is a romantic North Norfolk lighthouse bolthole for two that's ideal for bracing coastal strolls and seaside activity.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
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