Historic Retreats

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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All Historic Retreats

The Duchess

Bodiam, East Sussex, England

Explore wistful 1066 country from the comfort of a romantic cabin for two, just a stone's throw from Bodiam Castle.

Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1

From £416 (2 nights)

Ariel Cottage

Marcross, Glamorgan, Wales

Immerse yourselves in the fresh delights of Glamorgan's Heritage Coast, in a dog-friendly lighthouse cottage ideal for families.

Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 3

From £344 (2 nts)

Denver Church

Denver, Colorado, USA

A divinely renovated mission-style retreat for large group breaks, packed with eclectic style and perfectly situated close to Denver’s bustling city centre

Sleeps: 18
Bedrooms: 6

From £915 / 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)

Langholmen

Stockholm, Sweden

Stay in blissful captivity, in a former prison set within the heart of scenic Stockholm. Don't worry, you'll be given a key to your cell!

Sleeps: up to 4
Bedrooms: varies

From £92 / night

The Pump House is a characterful, dog-friendly cottage with fascinating original features and sleek mod-cons, peacefully set within a vast, Capability Brown-landscaped estate on the Staffordshire and Shropshire borders.

Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1

From £445/week

Evening Star @ Engine Shed

Whitby, North Yorkshire, England

A historic Grade II listed local landmark, charmingly converted to provide unique family accommodation in the coastal heart of Whitby.

Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2

From £573 / week

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)

1839 Mill

Debenham, Suffolk, England

1839 Mill is a calming and characterful retreat, dog-friendly and beautifully nestled amongst peaceful Suffolk countryside, with a hot tub for epic stargazing.

Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1

From £550 (7 nights)

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