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

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 £386 (2 nights)

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)

Bishops Frome Chapel

Bishops Frome, Herefordshire, England

An elegantly restored 16th century retreat, set within 60 acres of Herefordshire estate gardens that overlook a shimmering lake, with easy access to the Malvern Hills and Forest of Dean.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £627 (7 nights)

Castello sulla Spiaggia

Torvaianica, Lazio, Italy

A magnificently restored 16th century castle on the edge of a sandy beach, achingly close to the delights of Rome.
Sleeps: 14
Bedrooms: 7
From £354 / night

The Old Chapel Flitcham

Flitcham, Norfolk, England

A 19th century retreat that blends mesmerising period features with mod-cons and a games room, secluded in a Norfolk village that forms part of the Royal Sandringham Estate.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
From £620 (7 nights)

Speare's Thatch

Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England

Enjoy all the romance and quaint postcard charm of a thatched cottage in this delightful property set in a peaceful Hamlet close to Shakespeare country.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £866 /week

St Winifred's Well

Woolston, Shropshire, England

Nestled in a secluded woodland space in the hamlet of Woolston, you'd be forgiven for missing the minuscule wonder that is St Winidfred's Well at first sight.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £152 (4 nights)

Govilon Railway Carriage

Govilon, Pembrokeshire, Wales

This historic railway carriage has been transformed into a blissfully cosy cabin for two, peacefully nestled in a chocolate box Welsh village.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £276 (7 nts)

Shortflatt Tower

Belsay, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, England

Stay in the grounds of a Grade I listed Pele Tower in the heart of Northumberland and experience a unique world of character, history and intrigue.
Sleeps: 16
Bedrooms: 8
From £2,380 (3nt)

Trulli Acquasala

Ostuni, Puglia, Italy

Discover a traditional Apulian retreat with modern amenities and a shimmering saltwater pool, set within an ancient olive garden just five minutes away from the White City of Ostuni.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
From £338 /night

Dolgellau Chapel

Dolgellau, Gwynedd, Wales

A luxurious and delightfully quirky retreat for group getaways, with the historic town in walking distance and Snowdonia National Park on the doorstep.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
From £1,190 (7 nights)

Castello Perugia

Lake Tresimeno, Umbria, Italy

A grand, architect-restored 12th century Italian castle, in a magnificent hilltop setting with panoramic countryside views.
Sleeps: 16
Bedrooms: 8
From £1,875 / night