Historic Retreats

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Historic Retreats Accommodation Types

A castle surrounded by Scottish HIghland countryside

Castles & Follies

Relive history and stay in a fairytale castle or folly; a fun experience for the family or a romantic break for two. From Gothic chateaux or Scottish castles to ancient fortresses and follies, booking a holiday in a venue steeped in intrigue and tradition will not disappoint.
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Black grand piano forte inside a religious chapel with ornate red and gold religious paintings on the domed ceiling

Churches & Chapels

Find your own sanctuary and divine setting with a stay in a beautifully converted church or chapel. Once consigned to parsons and vicars, these incredibly historic and ancient venues now offer a chance to holiday out of the ordinary.
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Brick and sandstone entrance archway to Palmers Folly a Grade II-listed building on Holkham Estate, Norfolk.

Gatehouses & Tollhouses

Book a stay in a converted Gatehouse or Tollhouse and get an added dose of fascinating history. As gateways to buildings of significance, many of these unusual buildings have been renovated and modernised to provide an unforgettable holiday experience.
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Chillingham Castle looking 'moody' at twilight with dark sky and orange clouds

Listed Buildings

These stunning properties all have one thing in common, they are edifices deemed to be of architectural or historic interest and national importance and subject to protection. Stay in a listed space with Host Unusual.
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An old sandstone building with a medium tower at one end

Towers & Forts

Ever thought about indulging your regal side with a stay in a medieval tower or fort? Embark on a magical mystery (or should that be 'history') tour with Host Unusual. Browse our range of majestic and quirky accommodation options that are sure to impress.
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All Historic Retreats

The Highland Club

Fort Augustus, Inverness-Shire, Scotland

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
From £505 (1 week low season)

Masbury Station Signal Box

Nr Wells, Somerset, England

A dog-friendly, heritage-steeped retreat with upside-down living that showcases peaceful Somerset woodland-and-railway views to perfection.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £110 / night

Triumphal Arch Lodge

Colebrooke, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland

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
From £290 (2 nights)

The Lighthouse Hide

Walney, Cumbria, England

A stylish and cheerful cottage that's rich in nautical romance, beautifully positioned in the heart of the rugged, windswept South Walney Nature Reserve.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £420 (3 nts)

The Old Church House

Torbryan, Devon, England

A unique, folklore-steeped inn dating from the 13th century, nestled in a picturesque village between majestic Dartmoor and Devon's glorious south coast.
Sleeps: 24
Bedrooms: 11
From £3377 / week

The Tin Church

Tomatin, The Highlands, Scotland

A cosy couples’ sanctuary set on a 5,000-acre estate in the Scottish Highlands, with the Findhorn river cutting through south facing views framed by distant hills and mountains.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £140 / night

Ketch

Killough, County Down, Northern Ireland

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
From £318 (2 nights)

The Black Castle

Coolbaun, Tipperary, Ireland

Travel back through time with an ‘over-knight' stay for two in a majestically authentic 16th century Gaelic castle.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £274 / night

Shooting Box Tower

Battle, Sussex, England

A characterful and imposing lodge on an historic Sussex estate, with far-reaching countryside views and plenty to explore.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
From £168 /night

Chateau Rhianfa

Menai Bridge, Anglesey, Wales

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
From £144 / night

Arctic Lighthouse Hotel

A captivating, story-rich retreat, peacefully nestled at the foot of a former lighthouse on Finland's largest sea island, for expansive views across the Gulf of Bothnia.
Sleeps: Varies per room
Bedrooms: Varies per room
From £85 / night (2 guests)

Dunstan Hall

Craster, Northumberland, England

Spirit your loved ones away to a magnificent, Grade II*-listed country retreat, rich in fascinating history and secluded in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty close to the Northumberland coast.
Sleeps: 18
Bedrooms: 10
From £1950 (3nts)