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

18% discount for a last minute booking when booked less than 48 hours before check in

Langwathby Station Cottage

Langwathby, Cumbria, England

An enthralling retreat styled in homage to the iconic Flying Scotsman, rich in first-class comfort and peacefully secluded on a scenic railway line in Cumbria.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
From £110 / night

Santa Marta de Portuzelo Castle

A grand and captivating large group retreat, rich in historic detail and surrounded by North Portugal's trademark rural beauty.
Sleeps: 16+
Bedrooms: 9
From £528 / night

The Tower

Whaley, nr Bolsover, Derbyshire, England

A vibrant, stylishly converted water tower set amongst six beautiful acres of Derbyshire countryside, close to the ancient castle-town of Bolsover for a fairytale escape.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £480 (2 nts)

Ermita del Carmen

Carcabuey, Andalucia, Spain

Ermita del Carmen is a stunning 15th century chapel conversion, set within the soul-soothing natural heart of Andalucia.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
From £580 / night

Chillingham Castle

Chillingham, Northumberland, England

Meet the resident ghosts of Britain's ‘most haunted historic castle', surrounded by Northumberland countryside just 20 minutes from the coast.
Sleeps: 2-7 per unit (24 total)
Bedrooms: 8 apartments
From £126 / night

Lighthouse Cottage

Walney, Cumbria, England

A unique family cottage that's styled for luxurious nautical comfort, with glorious sea-and-wildlife views from the mesmerising South Walney Nature Reserve.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
From £453 (3 nts)

Fog Signal Building

Dungeness, Kent, England

A romantically unspoilt building steeped in historic charm, set on the wildly windswept Dungeness coast.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £654 (2 nts)
Hogmanay special discount: 3 night package for 10 people now just £4998!

Kilmartin Castle

Kilmartin, Argyll and Bute, Scotland

Exclusive rule of an authentic, sustainable, and exquisitely restored castle that dates all the way back to the 16th century, located within Scotland’s most concentrated collection of archaeological sites.
Sleeps: 10 exclusive
Bedrooms: 5
From 1100.00

Dalnaglar Castle

Blairgowrie, Perthshire, Scotland

A grand 19th century retreat, spectacularly set within a 200-acre estate in the heart of Glenshee, on the southern fringe of the Cairngorms National Park.
Sleeps: Up to 20
Bedrooms: 10
From £3,999 (3nt)

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 week low season)

Bemersyde House

Near Melrose, Scottish Borders, Scotland

An exquisite stately home for grand group breaks, built around a 16th century tower and nestled on a sprawling estate in the Scottish Borders, with direct access to a shimmering stretch of the River Tweed.
Sleeps: 23
Bedrooms: 11
From £2995/2 nts

Mount Sandford Manor House

Barnstaple, Devon, England

An opulent, ten-bedroom retreat with a cinema room, a large outdoor hot tub, and a barbecue hut, nestled in rural North Devon.
Sleeps: 24 (+7)
Bedrooms: 10
From £3013 / week