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

Crewe & Harpur

Crowdecote, Derbyshire, England

A wow-factor supersized group retreat, in the form of a dog-friendly, exclusive-hire village pub with boutique hotel-style rooms, courtyard cottages, and close proximity to the Peak District’s endless attractions!
Sleeps: 34
Bedrooms: 17
From £8,500 /week

La Roccaccia

Montefortino, Marche, Italy

Dsicover an ancient Italian watch-tower, exquisitely re-imagined as a tranquil retreat surrounded by breath-taking natural beauty, at the heart of the Monti Sibillini National Park.
Sleeps: 11
Bedrooms: 4
From £410 /night

The Turret Rooms

Fettercairn, Aberdeenshire, Scotland

A romantic, fairytale-like retreat set within a walled garden by an ancient Scottish village that's ideally positioned to explore the Angus Glens and the Cairngorms.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £1,390 (7 nights)

Smithycroft

Combe St Nicholas, Somerset, England

A chocolate-box thatched cottage nestled at the edge of the Blackdown Hills, ideal for a small group break in the Great Outdoors.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
From £602 (2 nights)

Karostas Cietums

Liepaja, Kurzeme, Latvia

Get yourself locked up in Karostas Cietums, an extreme Latvian prison experience that isn't for the faint of heart!
Sleeps: 1
Bedrooms: 11
From £25 /night

Blue Ron's

New Mills, Derbyshire, England

A former sweet shop and an opulent, pet-friendly retreat for large group celebrations in the Peak District National Park, complete with a bar room, pub games, and a relaxing hot tub for stargazing.
Sleeps: 14
Bedrooms: 6
From £1,925 /week

Trulli Oleandro

Ostuni, Puglia, Italy

Authentic, luxurious trulli accommodation with a private swimming pool, surrounded by paradise-like Mediterranean gardens in stunning Puglia countryside 
Sleeps: up to 12
Bedrooms: 6
From £513 / night

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

The Meeting Hall

Pantygelli, Monmouthshire, Wales

A delightfully quirky former Sunday School hall, for dog-friendly escapes to the mesmerising, heritage-strewn Welsh countryside.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £515 (7 nights)

The Red Tower

Castleton, Ontario, Canada

A creative, architect-designed ‘tiny house' retreat for two, surrounded by farmland, nature, and woodland walking trails in rural Ontario.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £81 / night

Train Lodge Amsterdam

Teleport, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Authentic sleeper carriages from the Zürich-Rome night train, creatively transformed into versatile first-class accommodation for solo travellers, couples, and groups alike
Sleeps: 1-6
Bedrooms: 1
From £89 / night

The Old Mission Church

Paxford, Gloucestershire, England

A striking, architect-designed conversion of a 19th century church in the Cotswolds, with sleek designer furnishings, stained-glass windows, and a relaxing sunset-view patio
Sleeps:
Bedrooms:
From £329 / night