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

Grindavik Water Tower

Grindavik, Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland

A three-storey Icelandic retreat with spectacular top-floor views, surrounded by mountains and lava fields just a few minutes’ drive from the iconic Blue Lagoon
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £499 / night

Amsterdam Windmill

Abcoude, Amsterdam, Netherlands

An authentic, operational nineteenth century Dutch mill, with easy access to the city and expansive green views all around.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
From £171 / night

Ingoldisthorpe Folly

Ingoldisthorpe, Yorkshire, Norfolk, England

Experience a characterful, turreted retreat with a stargazing hot tub and gorgeous grounds to explore, elegantly styled and peacefully nestled amongst scenic Norfolk countryside.
Sleeps: 9
Bedrooms: 4
From £1,204 /week

Rainforest Chapel

Cinderford, Gloucestershire, England

Find your own peaceful sanctuary in this ingeniously converted chapel that is packed full of original features and charm in the popular Forest of Dean.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £349 (2 nights)

Caverswall Castle

Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England

A fantasy fairytale setting for large group breaks, perfectly positioned in the heart of Staffordshire moorlands.
Sleeps: 28
Bedrooms: 9
From £340 / night

Pater Noster

Hamneskär, Västra Götaland , Sweden

An award-winning lighthouse island set within a remote Swedish archipelago, with boutique rooms and an exclusive outdoor bed for unforgettable summer stays
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From £1,635 / night

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

Devonshire Folly

Hatherleigh, Devon, England

A historic 18th century folly, re-imagined as a thoroughly modern retreat with spectacular, 360-degree Devon countryside views.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £358 (7 nights)

The Gatehouse Barrow

Barrow, Lancashire, England

A characterful, dog-friendly retreat for two, luxuriously restored with sleek modern elements and perfectly set in a quaint Lancashire village.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £405 (7 nights)

The Pineapple

Airth, Falkirk, Scotland

Arguably one of the most playful and eccentric historical buildings in the UK, The Pineapple is a former summer house with an instantly recognisable fruity dome that befits its name.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £240 (4 night stay)

Appleton Water Tower

Sandringham, Norfolk, England

This magnificent Victorian water tower was built to service the royal estate of Sandringham back in 1877,  today it remains an extraordinary structural feat with remarkable 360 degree views.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £558 (4 nights)

Snape Castle Undercroft

Snape, North Yorkshire, England

Retreat to a Grade I listed majestic castle and historic retreat in the North Yorkshire, previously the home of Henry VIII's sixth wife!
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £362 / night