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

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 £159 / room / night B&B

Camillia Boatel

Edinburgh, Scotland

A sustainable, bespoke-crafted lime-green haven, rich in hotel-suite comfort and permanently docked just minutes away from Edinburgh's iconic Royal Mile.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 3
From £350 / night

Champing Holme Lacy

Hereford, Herefordshire, England

An unforgettable Champing experience at St Cuthbert's Church awaits - a medieval sandstone beauty just outside the quiet village of Holme Lacy in Herefordshire.  
Sleeps: Up to 8
Bedrooms: Varies
From £49 pp

Prince's Carriage

Bodiam, Sussex, England

Live like rural royalty in an exquisitely restored 19th century carriage, set amongst 200 alluring acres of fresh Sussex farmland.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £548 (1 week)

River House

Rye, East Sussex, England

A vibrant, design-led 70's-inspired retreat that offers direct access to the shimmering River Rother, with medieval Rye and Camber Sands in easy reach.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
From £200 / night
Warksburn Old Church lounge area
Launch Offer: only £250/night to rent entire property. Experience style, luxu…

Warksburn Old Church

Wark, Northumberland, England

A globally-unique and ultra-luxurious Net Zero conversion of a 19th century church, in beautiful rural Northumberland close to Hadrian’s Wall and Kielder Water.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
From £250/night

Halula Gem

Bridgwater, Somerset, England

A seriously Instagrammable large group retreat with an epic kitchen disco and sugar-sweet interiors, set within the walls of a 13th century castle on the edge of the Quantock Hills.
Sleeps: 20
Bedrooms: 6
From £3250 2 nts

The Little Lookout

Littlehampton, West Sussex, England

A former coastguard tower, stylishly transformed into a cool, contemporary retreat with spectacular views from Littlehampton's iconic seafront.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 1
From £150 / night

Sham Castle

Acton Burnell, Shropshire, England

A historic, captivating, and luxurious Grade II-listed folly, gently elevated over immaculate landscaped gardens and a shimmering lake in rural Shropshire.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 3
From £867 (3 nights)

The Bodmin Jail Hotel

Bodmin, Cornwall, England

Lock yourself up in a characterful Cornish landmark that's steeped in history and creative imagination, with elegant design features, dog-friendly rooms, and a gourmet restaurant in the gothic chapel!
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: 70 rooms
From £197 / night

Moat Island Glamping

Haveringland, Norfolk, England

Whimsical, luxurious glamping accommodation with generous facilities and a natural swimming pond, enchantingly secluded within the moat of a rural Norfolk estate.
Sleeps: 5 per unit
Bedrooms: Open plan
From £65 / night (bell tent)
Book a couple’s retreat and enjoy a special reduced rate.

The Windmill Blackthorn Hill

Blackthorn, Oxfordshire, England

An extraordinary adults-only escape, in a historic Oxfordshire landmark that boasts breathtaking 360-degree views of three different counties
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £235 /night