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

The Folly

Hambledon, Hampshire, England

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
From £419 (7nts)

Eilean Sionnach

Isleornsay, Isle of Skye, Scotland

Rest your weary heads in a dreamy lighthouse cottage, blissfully cast away on a soul-soothing private island off the rugged Isle of Skye.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
From £650 / night
Halula Halo converted church

Halula Halo

Langport, Somerset, England

A divinely converted Somerset church, complete with a quirky indoor slide, glittering disco karaoke and an al fresco swimming pool, nestled in soothing countryside with plenty of scope for riverside picnics.
Sleeps: 26
Bedrooms: 10
From £2900 /2 nts

The Follies Low Lodge

Hunmanby, near Filey, Yorkshire, England

A characterful and romantic stone building infused with authentic style, perfect for exploring the delights of the North Yorkshire coast.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £291 (1 week)

Swanswell Gate

Coventry, Warwickshire, England

A medieval gatehouse, lovingly restored and perfectly located in the heart of Coventry city, overlooking Lady Herbert’s Garden for the ultimate romantic, pet-friendly escape.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £945 /week

The Old Station Ticket Office

Pickering, North Yorkshire, England

A detailed conversion of the ticket office and staff quarters at a former station on the Forge Valley Line, on the edge of the North York Moors National Park.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £560 (3 nt)

Chateau Mareuil

Brigueil-le-Chantre, Aquitaine, France

Ancient history and contemporary comfort combine at Château Mareuil, a regally rural French home-from-home.
Sleeps: Up to 12
Bedrooms: 4
From €1995 / week

East Church House

Strathaven, South Lanarkshire, Scotland

An elegant church conversion with soothing green views, peacefully located in the historic Scottish market town of Strathaven for divine group breaks.
Sleeps: 19
Bedrooms: 9
From £907 /night

The Triumphal Arch West

Holkham, Norfolk, England

An historic, architect-designed retreat for two, rich in indulgent luxury and set on an imposing 25,000-acre Norfolk estate.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £994 (7nts)

Cubitts

White Horse Common, Norfolk, England

A ‘wow-factor' conversion of an historic Norfolk mill, with four luxurious floors of accommodation that's ideal for special group breaks.
Sleeps: 9
Bedrooms: 4
From £1,367 (7 nts)

The Iron Chapel

Ryton, Tyne and Wear, England

A unique and authentic retreat, lovingly restored and divinely set in a peaceful Northumberland border conservation area with a nature reserve next door.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
From £149 / night

The Generals Quarters

Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England

An elegant Grade I-listed retreat with historic royal connections and a 17th century treehouse in its extensive grounds, peacefully secluded in rural Shropshire for grand group getaways.
Sleeps: 14
Bedrooms: 7
From £1886 /2 nts