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

Manowce

Nowe Warpno, Police, Poland

An elegant and historic palace, exquisitely decorated and surrounded by sweeping woodland, for the ultimate in luxurious group and individual stays.
Sleeps: 1-42 Guests
Bedrooms: 16 Suites/Bedrooms
From £90 pppn

Belford Folly

Belford, Northumberland, England

A fairytale folly in the grounds of a historic mansion house, Belford Folly offers an exquisite retreat for couples in the heart of Northumberland. 
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £158 / night

Fletland Mill and Holiday Hamlet

Stamford, Lincolnshire, England

A lovingly-restored 18th century watermill with five elegant cottages for 2-30 guests, dog-friendly and secluded right beside the River Glen with private patios, ample on-site leisure facilities, and grazing llamas close by
Sleeps: 2-30
Bedrooms: Varies
From £209 / night

Orchardleigh Church Lodge

Frome, Somerset, England

A divine, pet-friendly escape, complete with a private garden and hot tub, deliciously secluded by a shimmering lake on a historic 500-acre Somerset estate.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £250 / night

The Bunker Ventnor

Ventnor, Isle of Wight, Isle Of Wight, England

A contemporary re-imagining of a former RAF radar station used during World War Two, built into a hillside that overlooks the Channel with breath-taking sea views from every room.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
From £3170 /week

Torrisdale Castle Estate

Campbeltown, Argyll, Argyll and Bute, Scotland

Set on the stunning spine of Kintyre, just footsteps from a private sandy beach and sensational views, is the Torrisdale Castle Estate. 
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
From £220 /2 nts

Drylaw House

Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland

A luxurious country mansion ideal for large group celebrations, perfectly positioned to explore the delights of Edinburgh.
Sleeps: 21
Bedrooms: 10
From £2,249 /night
Book a couple’s retreat and enjoy a special reduced rate.

The Windmill Blackthorn Hill

Blackthorn, Oxfordshire, England

An extraordinary adults-only escape, in a historic Oxfordshire landmark that boasts breathtaking 360-degree views of three different counties
Sleeps: 2-4
Bedrooms: 1-2
From £235/night mid week

The Highland Club

Fort Augustus, Inverness-Shire, Scotland

Prepare for a sensational Highland fling at The Highland Club - an exquisite former fort on the shores of Loch Ness, promising Gothic enchantment for romance, adventure or a fairytale wedding.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
From £505 (1 wk off peak)

The Well House

Finstall nr Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, England

A soothing Worcestershire sanctuary with a garden hot tub and a showstopping dining table created from a 40-foot well, secluded on a four-acre farm estate with rolling countryside views.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £520 (3 nights)

The Transmitter Bunker

Ringstead, Dorset, England

A pet-friendly, Grade II-listed hideaway from World War Two, rich in quirky character and secluded in a Dorset AONB with incredible sea views.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £733 / week

Milovaig House

Lower Milovaig, Isle of Skye, Scotland

A cosily restored 19th century crofter's house with a wood-burning hot tub, remotely nestled on the atmospheric, windswept cliffs of the Isle of Skye.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 2
From £205 / night