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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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

Harbour Lights

Charlestown, Cornwall, England

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
From £289 / night

The Old Lockup

Wirksworth, Derbyshire, England

The Old Lockup is where historical tales of crime and intrigue reside in the picturesque Derbyshire Dales...imprisonment doesn't get cosier than this!
Sleeps: 2 per room
Bedrooms: 4
From £105 / night

Cley Windmill

Cley-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, England

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
From £249 / night

La Esperanza

Granada, Andalucia, Spain

A grand, authentic hacienda with luxury suites, a swimming pool, and a designer courtyard inspired by the Alhambra, nestled amongst private flower gardens just 35 minutes from Granada.
Sleeps: Up to 14
Bedrooms: 6
From £394 / night

Carraigin Castle

Headford, County Galway, Ireland

An authentic 13th century manor house taken from the pages of an idyllic fairytale, surrounded by seven rural acres on the shores of one of Ireland's largest lakes.
Sleeps: Up to 12
Bedrooms: 7
From £195 / night

Bottle Lodge

Tixall, Staffordshire, England

A lovingly-restored stone retreat for two, infused with history and exquisitely secluded at the entrance to the former Tixall Estate among soothing Staffordshire countryside.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £175 / night

Koza Cave Hotel

Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey

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
From £150 / night

The White Hart Brigg

Brigg, Lincolnshire, England

Stage your own large group lock-in with a joyous takeover of an 18th century pub on the River Ancholme in rural Lincolnshire, with cosy beds, fun games, and a scenic beer garden to help you unwind.
Sleeps: 40
Bedrooms: 17
From £2,100 / night

The Lodge in the Loch

Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland

Savour perfect, breath-taking views of the iconic Old Man of Storr from a historic Isle of Skye fishing lodge, as shimmering loch-water laps gently against the walls.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
From £450 / night

The Painswick Retreat

Painswick, Gloucestershire, England

A private, large-group wellness haven in the “Queen of the Cotswolds” formed from three exquisitely-restored Grade II-listed properties, with a hydrotherapy hot tub and infrared sauna to revive weary souls.
Sleeps: 24
Bedrooms: 10
From £2825 (2nt)

Haldon Belvedere Penthouse Apartment

Exeter, Devon, England

Live the high life in a captivating Devon landmark, a Grade II-listed 18th century folly elevated on a remote edge of Exeter, with breath-taking 360-degree rooftop views.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £250 / night
For stays of 3 nights or more, guests will receive a supper tray with a meal …

The Clock Tower at Barton Court

Colwall, Herefordshire, England

A cosy couples’ bolthole filled with historic charm, dog-friendly and beautifully set within a country estate on the western slopes of the Malvern Hills.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £225 /nt