Lakes, Lochs & Rivers
All of these unique Host Unusual places to stay are situated next to or close to lakes, streams, lochs or rivers – so you can relax back and enjoy the soothing powers of water throughout your break.
All of these unique Host Unusual places to stay are situated next to or close to lakes, streams, lochs or rivers – so you can relax back and enjoy the soothing powers of water throughout your break.
All Lakes, Lochs & Rivers
Cabin on the Lake
Machynlleth, Powys, Wales
An idyllic off-grid haven on a secluded farm in the Welsh hills, where nature, comfort, and a wood-fired hot tub await!
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£98 / night
Coucoo La Réserve
Saint-Léger-aux-Bois, Picardie, France
A magical eco-retreat in rural northern France, with cocoon-like cabins for couples and families, al fresco Nordic baths, and vast wildlife-steeped forest to explore.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: Varies
From
£168/night
Cuevas Las Nubes
Albalate de Zorita, Guadalajara, Spain
Rest your head in a cloud-like cave for two, set close to Madrid in the rural heart of Spain's La Alcarria.
Sleeps: 2 per cave
Bedrooms: 1 per cave
From
£107 / night
The Bothy/Old Schoolhouse
Mallaig, Inverness-shire, Inverness-Shire, Scotland
Cast yourselves away to the remote shores of Loch Nevis, where two historic, dog-friendly cottages await by the feet of the mountains for a blissfully scenic break away from it all.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 1 or 2
From
£595/wk -bothy
Nyth Robin
Aberdovey, Gwynedd, Wales
A welcoming, eco-friendly glamping site with eclectic accommodation, peacefully secluded amongst private woodland in Snowdonia National Park.
Sleeps:
Bedrooms: Varies
From
£70 / night
St Curig's Church
Capel Curig, County Conwy, Wales
Experience heaven on Earth in this charmingly converted 19th century church, with sociable village life and a backdrop of the breathtaking Snowdonia mountains built in.
Sleeps: Up to 16
Bedrooms: 6
From
£750 / night
Backwater
Wroxham, Norfolk, England
A timber framed, architect-designed scenic haven that provides total immersion in the serene beauty of the Norfolk Broads.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
From
£1,395 (4nts)
Billabong Falls
Olinda, Victoria, Australia
Resort-style paradise in Australia's lush Dandenong Ranges, surrounded by ancient tree ferns and sparkling waterfalls.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From
£595 (2 nights)
Treehotel
Harads, Norrbotten County, Sweden
An incredible experience waits in Swedish Lapland's treetops - the sensational architect-designed Treehotel, promising stunning design, breath-taking views and an unforgettable escape from life!
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
From
£385 / night
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 (3 nights)
River House
Rye, East Sussex, England
A vibrant, design-led 70's-inspired retreat that offers direct access to the shimmering River Rother, with medieval Rye and Camber Sands in easy reach.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
From
£200 / night
Kolarbyn Eco Lodge
Skinnskatteberg, Västmanland, Sweden
Welcome to "Sweden's most primitive hotel" - Kolarbyn Eco Lodge, a peaceful gathering of charcoal huts surrounded by lush spruce forest.
Sleeps: 2-5 per hut
Bedrooms:
From
£67 pppn