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

Blue Monkey Cornwall

Kingsand, Cornwall, England

A sumptuous, dog-friendly coastal cottage for whole-family escapes, steeped in fascinating history and beautifully set just 25 metres from the sea.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
From £999 / week

Champing Fordwich

Fordwich, Kent, England

For a true Champing 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:
From £49 pp

Walcot Hall Estate Chapel and Cabins

Lydbury North, Shropshire, England

Imaginative accommodation, set amongst 30 acres of picture-perfect grounds in the Shropshire Hills.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
From £380/4 nts

The Tower

Whaley, nr Bolsover, Derbyshire, England

A vibrant, stylishly converted water tower set amongst six beautiful acres of Derbyshire countryside, close to the ancient castle-town of Bolsover for a fairytale escape.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £480 (2 nts)

Carriage 101

Batchmere, West Sussex, England

An expertly-restored ambulance carriage from World War Two, complete with vintage-style décor and an al fresco bathtub, peacefully secluded in lush West Sussex countryside that’s close to the coast.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 2
From £90 / night

ARC Padstow

St Issey, Cornwall, England

A former 18th century listed manor house, grandly restored by master architects for budding lords and ladies, nestled in the heart of a tranquil Cornish village just outside Padstow.
Sleeps: 26
Bedrooms: 12
From £635.29 /nt

Okel Tor Mine

Calstock, Cornwall, England

Beauty, peace and calm combine in two romantic Cornish riverside retreats: the former Smithy and Captain's Office of a Victorian tin mine.
Sleeps:
Bedrooms: 1 per cottage
From £52 / night

The Old Station Allerston

Pickering, North Yorkshire, England

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
From £564 /week

The Tiny Chapel

Hexham, Northumberland, England

A lovingly converted 19th century chapel with a private garden and a stargazing hot tub, set within Northumberland countryside close to Hadrian's Wall.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £223 /night

The Courtyard Suite Margate

Margate, Kent, England

A colourful coastal sanctuary with creative design-led interiors and a private courtyard, perfectly set in a Grade II-listed building that’s directly opposite Margate Main Sands beach.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 2
From £145 /nt

The Forest House

Turners Hill, Sussex, England

A 17th century fairytale retreat with a thatched roof, secluded in the woods on one of the highest points of the Sussex Weald, for spectacular views of the North and South Downs.
Sleeps: 8-10
Bedrooms: 5
From £375 / night

Archirondel Tower

St Catherine's Bay, Jersey, Channel Islands

A captivating and historic coastal retreat, rich in heritage and boasting a roof terrace that showcases Jersey's National Park to perfection.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 1
From £155 / night