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

Unimog Army Ambulance

Friskney, Lincolnshire, England

A thrilling stay in a cosily-converted rescue vehicle parked on a Linconshire lake, in a rural area that boasts picture-perfect views of gorgeous Lincolnshire.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £70 /night

Toll House

Nether Stowey, Somerset, England

Experience a lovingly refurbished former 18th Century toll house in Nether Stowey, Somerset.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £682 (7 nts)

The Gatehouse

Whitby, North Yorkshire, England

A stylish and ultra-luxurious cottage with original architectural features, secluded within private manor grounds in one of the most exclusive areas of Whitby.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £113 /night

The Tower at Dollarbeg Castle

Dollarbeg, Clackmannanshire, Scotland

A royally luxurious apartment in an ancient fairytale castle, complete with a cinema room and a panoramic rooftop tower, peacefully secluded in Scotland's smallest county.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
From £235 / night

Alnwick Tower

Alnwick, Northumberland, England

A romantic retreat nestled on the edge of Northumberland's medieval county town, with beautiful castle gardens and the sweeping coastline in easy reach.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £727 / week

Hesleyside Huts

Hexham, Northumberland, England

An outrageously luxurious glamping retreat with individually-styled huts and cabins, nestled within an ancient 4,000-acre estate in the heart of Northumberland National Park.
Sleeps: 1-4 per unit
Bedrooms: Varies
From £125 / night

Vista Point

East Preston, Sussex, England

Listed beachside holiday home, designed by architect Patrick Gwynne, located on quiet estate in East Preston, West Sussex.
Sleeps: 9
Bedrooms: 5
From £1000 (4 nights mid-week)

Hafod Hideaways

Ystwyth Valley, Ceredigion, Wales

A lovingly hand-crafted, off-grid tree cabin with a wood-fired hot tub and a suspended stargazing net, peacefully secluded in the picturesque Cambrian Mountains of mid-Wales.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £490/3nts

The Lighthouse Hide

Walney, Cumbria, England

A stylish and cheerful cottage that's rich in nautical romance, beautifully positioned in the heart of the rugged, windswept South Walney Nature Reserve.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £420 (3 nts)

The Cell Block

Clifton, Texas, USA

Judge and jury have spoken: doing time just got a whole lot more fun at The Cell Block, where you're invited to holiday in luxurious solitary confinement at this old city jail in Texas!
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From £170 / night

Sally Port Cottage

Truro, Cornwall, England

Self-catering holiday cottage at St Anthony's Lighthouse, St Mawes, Cornwall - the location for Fraggle Rock!
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From £928 (7 nts)

North Elmham Chapel

North Elmham, Norfolk, England

A jaw-droppingly palatial Victorian retreat, dog-friendly and divinely nestled in an ancient Norfolk village that's surrounded by beautiful countryside.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
From £2,584 (4 nights)