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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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RAF Wainfleet - The Tower

RAF Wainfleet - The Tower

England / Friskney, near Skegness, Lincolnshire
Stay in a history-steeped, uniquely iconic Lincolnshire landmark and quirky helicopter, fit for wartime heroes and offering superlative countryside views.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The Water Castle

The Water Castle

England / Newton, Northumberland
Totally unique, utterly charming, and undoubtedly one of the prettiest former water towers in the country, The Water Castle in gorgeous Northumberland blends ‘rural' and ‘regal' for that very special escape to the country.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Hen Wrych Hall Tower

Hen Wrych Hall Tower

Wales / Abergele, County Conwy
Snuggle up together at Hen Wrych Hall Tower - an utterly romantic fortress for two complete with an open fire, a luxurious slipper bath and a magnificent, hand-carved four-poster bed!
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Water Tower Devon

The Water Tower Devon

England / Rousdon, Devon
A sumptuous, architect-designed haven with an indoor swimming pool, set on a tranquil 350-acre private estate in Devon.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Late deals The Hadlow Tower

The Hadlow Tower

England / Hadlow, Kent
Create your own magical fairytale with a stay in the tallest folly in the UK, grandly nestled in scenic Kent countryside.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The Water Tower

The Water Tower

England / Bearsted, Kent
Take time out to live the life aquatic for a while, in this unique Bearsted-based conversion that's ideal for exploring the beauty of Kent.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Lymm Water Tower Suites

Lymm Water Tower Suites

England / Lymm, Cheshire
Stay in an all-time Grand Designs favourite: a multi-award-winning, architect-restored Victorian water tower, complete with hot tub and roof garden that overlooks the rolling Cheshire countryside.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Highland Club

The Highland Club

Scotland / Fort Augustus, Inverness-Shire
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
Shooting Box Tower

Shooting Box Tower

England / Battle, Sussex
A characterful and imposing lodge on an historic Sussex estate, with far-reaching countryside views and plenty to explore.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Radio Tower

Radio Tower

Channel Islands / Saint Brelade, Jersey
Stay in one of Jersey's most iconic and unique buildings, with dramatic 360-degree coastal views all around that promise to take you far away from everyday life.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The White Tower

The White Tower

Scotland / Kenmore, Perthshire
Enjoy a taste of traditional Scotland in this historic 5-star tower retreat surrounded by truly stunning Highland views.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Tainaron Blue

Tainaron Blue

Greece / Mani, Peloponnese
Experience elaborate architectural design in a piece of history at Tainaron blue - a fabulous guesthouse in a converted Tower of Mani set by azure shores on the southernmost tip of mainland Greece.
Sleeps: 2, 3 or 4 per room
Bedrooms: 3
Liberton Tower

Liberton Tower

Scotland / Edinburgh, Lothian
A 15th century tower house with a majestic ‘castle' feel, perfect for a private family stay just ten minutes from central Edinburgh.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Canopy Tower

Canopy Tower

Panamá / Soberanía National Park, Colón
Get up close and personal with the natural world, from the comfort of a treetop bedroom in Panamá's tropical paradise.
Sleeps: 1-2 per room
Bedrooms: Rooms/suites
Suffolk Skytower

Suffolk Skytower

England / Woolverstone, Suffolk
An awe-inspiring 80ft landmark tower ideal for large group celebrations, with panoramic rural views of the Shotley Peninsula.
Sleeps: 18
Bedrooms: 9
Late deals Twr Mynach

Twr Mynach

Wales / Barmouth, Gwynedd
Choose from two design-led bedrooms with a private terrace, in a lovingly restored tower perfectly set between Snowdonia and Cardigan Bay.
Sleeps: 2 per room
Bedrooms: 2
Late deals Fenton Tower

Fenton Tower

Scotland / North Berwick, East Lothian
Reinvent yourself as ancient Scottish royalty, in a historic castle tower that looks over the majestic countryside (and the many golf courses!
Sleeps: 13
Bedrooms: 7
Archirondel Tower

Archirondel Tower

Channel Islands / St Catherine's Bay, Jersey
A captivating and historic coastal retreat, rich in heritage and boasting a roof terrace that showcases Jersey's National Park to perfection.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 1
Helen's Tower

Helen's Tower

Northern Ireland / Bangor, County Down
It's not every day you can stay at an enchanting home immortalised in the words of Alfred Lord Tennyson, yet Helen's Tower in stunning County Down offers exactly that.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Lendal Tower

Lendal Tower

England / York, Yorkshire
Make your visit to historic York even more special with a stay in Lendal Tower - your own 5-star medieval fortification.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Aikwood Tower

Aikwood Tower

Scotland / Selkirk, Scottish Borders
Relax and enjoy the finer things in life surrounded by warmth and luxury, in an award-winning, authentic medieval tower set in the bracing Scottish Borders.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
The Knoll Tower

The Knoll Tower

England / Shifnal, Shropshire
Historic former hunting lodge in Shropshire's Weston Park - a romantic retreat for two.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Dovecote

The Dovecote

Wales / Penallt, Monmouthshire
A romantic round tower retreat infused with charm and luxury, dreamily discovered in the Wye Valley's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Tholthorpe Control Tower

Tholthorpe Control Tower

England / Tholthorpe, North Yorkshire
A lovingly homely and history-steeped conversion, complete with outstanding views of rural North Yorkshire.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
The Summer House

The Summer House

England / Wroxeter, Shropshire
An historically romantic, view-filled Shropshire country retreat for two, attached to a unique octagonal tower.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Control Tower B&B

The Control Tower B&B

England / Walsingham, Norfolk
A restored Control Tower B&B bursting with history, period art deco features and furnishings on a former North Norfolk airfield.
Sleeps: 2 per room
Bedrooms: 4
The Tower Latchingdon

The Tower Latchingdon

England / Latchingdon, Essex
An elegantly historic Essex retreat, set in an ancient village and surrounded by the fresh, rolling landscapes of the South Downs.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The Coastguard Lookout

The Coastguard Lookout

England / Dungeness, Kent
Arguably one of the most fabulously positioned places to stay in the UK, offering some of the most unique accommodation you'll ever find, Coastguard Lookout is definitely one for your radar.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 2
The Black Castle

The Black Castle

Ireland / Coolbaun, Tipperary
Travel back through time with an ‘over-knight' stay for two in a majestically authentic 16th century Gaelic castle.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Vane Tower Penthouse

Vane Tower Penthouse

England / Torquay, Devon
A sumptuous apartment at the top of an iconic Torquay villa, featuring outstanding coast and country views.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Craigcaffie Tower

Craigcaffie Tower

Scotland / Innermessan, Dumfries & Galloway
Become the laird of your own castle in a romantic and intriguing Scottish castle tower set within luscious grounds and just a short distance from scenic Loch Ryan.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Solent Forts

Solent Forts

England / Portsmouth, Hampshire
Discover an extraordinary offshore retreat at Solent Forts, far removed from everyday life.
Sleeps: varies
Bedrooms: varies
Il Fortino

Il Fortino

Italy / Siena, Tuscany
Il Fortino is an ornate 14th century Tuscan tower, surrounded by woodland and ideal for a relaxing family break.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 2
Appleton Water Tower

Appleton Water Tower

England / Sandringham, Norfolk
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
Taw Tower

Taw Tower

England / Barnstaple, Devon
Step inside a secluded, Grade II listed Devon watchtower, complete with idyllic views over the River Taw.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Shortflatt Tower

Shortflatt Tower

England / Belsay, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Stay in the grounds of a Grade I listed Pele Tower in the heart of Northumberland and experience a unique world of character, history and intrigue.
Sleeps: 16
Bedrooms: 8
Monica

Monica

Italy / Assisi, Umbria
A stunning four-storey holiday home that forms part of an ancient Italian tower, spectacularly positioned at the foot of Assisi.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 2
Late deals Dovecot Cottage

Dovecot Cottage

Scotland / Edinburgh, Lothian
A captivatingly historic, 16th century tower-retreat, filled with rustic delights and peacefully nestled in a private garden close to Edinburgh.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 1
Euromast

Euromast

Netherlands / Rotterdam
Live the high life with your head in the clouds, in an exclusive suite set within the highest building in the Netherlands.
Sleeps: up to 3
Bedrooms: 2
Summit Prairie

Summit Prairie

USA / Tiller, Oregon
An off-grid lookout tower set 40 feet above ground, surrounded by Oregon's magnificent Umpqua National Forest.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 1
Ješted

Ješted

Czech Republic / Liberec
Live amongst the clouds in the unique and award-winning Liberec Hotel Ješted, set at an arresting altitude of over 3,000 feet.
Sleeps: varies
Bedrooms: 19
Torrepiena

Torrepiena

Italy / Grosseto, Tuscany
A refreshing Tuscan haven with panoramic views and its own private outdoor pool, ideal for groups in search of la dolce vita.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 3
Clavell Tower

Clavell Tower

England / Kimmeridge, Dorset
Dramatically set atop the cliff at Kimmeridge Bay, circular Clavell Tower has an appearance like no other, overlooking one of the most picturesque of Dorset's coves.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Whitehall Pele Tower

Whitehall Pele Tower

England / Mealsgate, Cumbria
A stately Lake District escape in a Grade I listed, 14th century tower that's ideal for groups in search of historic relaxation.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
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