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

Little Thatch

Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, England

Take a break to the Essex seaside and stay in this cute and romantic thatched cottage near the thriving coastal town of Walton-on-the-Naze.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £270 (7 nts)

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

Ingham Old Chapel

Glentworth, Lincolnshire, England

Discover a divine, pet-friendly rural retreat for group stays set in Lincolnshire loveliness, complete with a garden hot tub and ample space to socialise in comfort
Sleeps: 11
Bedrooms: 6
From £2,334 (7nts)

Canfranc Estacion

Canfranc, Aragón, Spain

A grand hotel and Michelin-starred restaurant, lavishly converted from a jaw-dropping Beaux-Arts-style railway station and nestled in a remote mountain hamlet near the border of Spain and France
Sleeps: 2-4
Bedrooms: 1
From £199 / night

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

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)

Chacewater Chapel

Chacewater, Cornwall, England

A quirky, dog-friendly retreat is steeped in historic character and modern attention to detail, perfectly located in the heart of Cornwall with iconic attractions in every direction!
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £508 (7 nts)

Wissembourg Bunker

Wissembourg, Grand-Est, France

Hide away in an authentic World War Two bunker, cosily furnished and nestled on a riverside farm in Northern France.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £100 / night

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)

The Hunting Tower

Bakewell, Derbyshire, England

A striking and grandly historic Peak District retreat that soars 400 feet above Chatsworth House, for awe-inspiring views over the estate’s Capability Brown-designed park
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £336 / night

Mill House Mill

How Hill, Norfolk, England

Stay inside a striking Grade II-listed retreat filled with quirky historic features, and surrounded by beautiful countryside in the Norfolk Broads.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £409 /week

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)