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Unique Conversions

Enjoy a holiday in history and transformation with these extraordinary buildings, all of which once had very different former lives. From converted prisons to lifeboat houses, brewery vaults to seed stores, discover some truly fascinating converted gems.
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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
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
Cummertrees Church

Cummertrees Church

Scotland / Annan, Dumfries and Galloway
Gather your congregation to stay in a spectacular 18th century church steeped in history, by the Dumfries and Galloway coast.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Lightship Amsterdam

Lightship Amsterdam

Netherlands / Amsterdam
A cutting-edge floating haven, crafted by an award-winning architect, and peacefully moored in North Amsterdam's creative hub.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Llancayo Windmill

Llancayo Windmill

Wales / Near Usk, Monmouthshire
Luxurious self-catering accommodation for 12 in a historic windmill with spectacular views of the Welsh countryside.
Sleeps: 12
Bedrooms: 6
Lee Wick Farm Cottages and Glamping

Lee Wick Farm Cottages and Glamping

England / St Osyth, Essex
A petite and pretty glamping site featuring Megapods, a CargoPod, Armadillas and two farm cottages with glorious countryside and estuary views.
Sleeps: varies
Bedrooms: varies
Rye Windmill

Rye Windmill

England / Rye, East Sussex
A friendly, family-run B&B in an iconic Grade II-listed landmark, perfectly nestled on the banks of a picturesque river.
Sleeps: 2 per room
Bedrooms: 10
Discount The Island Cornwall

The Island Cornwall

England / Newquay, Cornwall
Gaze dreamily out at the Atlantic Ocean, from the sumptuous comfort of your very own private, palm-fringed paradise.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Old Hay Barn

Old Hay Barn

England / Bibury, Gloucestershire
A design-led, dog-friendly haven for you and your favourite people to celebrate life and love, dreamily located in a rural Cotswolds village.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
The Pump Station

The Pump Station

England / Dungeness, Kent
A unique Dungeness beach house featured in a host of style magazines, rich in wartime history and surrounded by wildlife.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 3
Converted Railway Carriage

Converted Railway Carriage

England / Hawsker, North Yorkshire
Get set for a wealth of exploration and adventure with a stay in a charmingly unique first-class carriage, stationed in the picturesque Yorkshire village of Hawkser.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Red Kite Barn

Red Kite Barn

Wales / Builth Wells, Powys
Live upside-down in a rustic 19th century Welsh barn with a naturally luxurious difference, set in 80 tranquil acres of private, wildlife-filled woodland.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Okel Tor Mine

Okel Tor Mine

England / Calstock, Cornwall
Beauty, peace and calm combine in two romantic Cornish riverside retreats: the former Smithy and Captain's Office of a Victorian tin mine.
Sleeps: 2 per cottage
Bedrooms: 1 per cottage
Manowce

Manowce

Poland / Nowe Warpno, Police
An elegant and historic palace, exquisitely decorated and surrounded by sweeping woodland, for the ultimate in luxurious group stays.
Sleeps: 15-42 Guests
Bedrooms: 16 Suites/Bedrooms
3 for 2 Cley Windmill

Cley Windmill

England / Cley-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
Visit the charming ‘Old Lady by the Sea' on the bracing Norfolk coast, for an exquisitely warm and inviting break that will restore the wind in your sails.
Sleeps: 2 per room
Bedrooms: 9
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
Scargill Castle

Scargill Castle

England / Scargill, Yorkshire
Stay in a 15th century Teesdale castle, magically transformed into a sumptuous living space fit for romantic royalty.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Seabank Selsey

Seabank Selsey

England / Selsey, West Sussex
Prepare for a first-class holiday at stunning Seabank - a railway carriage retreat on the southernmost point of West Sussex.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
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
Harbour Crane

Harbour Crane

Netherlands / Harlingen, Friesland
Experience an out-of-this-world hideaway just moments from (and high above) the heart of historic Harlingen!
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Palace at Osowa Sien

The Palace at Osowa Sien

Poland / Wschowa, Lubusz
Absorb yourself in a fairytale slice of German-Polish history at a magical country palace retreat rich in fine culture (and wine!
Sleeps: 2-4 per suite
Bedrooms: Various suites
Walltown Byre

Walltown Byre

England / Haltwhistle, Northumberland
A colourful and creative country retreat, complete with hot tub and dedicated entertainment barn, beautifully secluded in rural Northumberland.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Greystead Old Church

Greystead Old Church

England / Bellingham, Northumberland
A celestial church conversion in the heavenly heart of the North Tyne Valley, infused with authentic Georgian style and contemporary luxury for a break that's worthy of a blessing.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
The Seed Store

The Seed Store

England / Peasenhall, Suffolk
Plant yourselves in this award-winning Suffolk holiday cottage for two, and grow plenty of romance in a contemporary living space set in rural luxury.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Bunker

The Bunker

England / Sennen, Cornwall
You wouldn't usually associate peace, quiet and boundless luxury with a former WWII operations bunker - but that's exactly what's on offer at The Bunker in Sennen.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 4
The Lazy Mare

The Lazy Mare

England / Ilfracombe, Devon
A quirky and luxurious Devon escape for two, in the form of a lovingly converted horse truck with magnificent views towards Exmoor.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Railway Retreats

Railway Retreats

England / Northiam, East Sussex
All aboard for a first-class break in a charmingly converted train carriage, on the picturesque Kent and East Sussex railway line.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The Welsh Gatehouse

The Welsh Gatehouse

Wales / Mathern, Monmouthshire
Inspire your creative spirit in Grade II listed, castle-style Monmouthshire accommodation for two, exquisitely steeped in centuries of history and romance.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Tawstock Castle

Tawstock Castle

England / Barnstaple, Devon
Be the king or queen of your own castle when you stay at the magnificent Tawstock Castle, in the heart of the North Devon countryside.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Grain Store

Grain Store

England / Bibury, Gloucestershire
An amazingly light, bright and beautiful space for large group stays, surrounded by the picturesque rural splendour of the Cotswolds.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Red Alert Fire Truck

Red Alert Fire Truck

England / Keswick, Lake District
Rescue your holiday at the Red Alert Fire Truck - a sizzling escape in an outstandingly picturesque farmland location, set within the Lake District National Park.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Wee Retreat

Wee Retreat

England / Sheringham, Norfolk
An incredible transformation of a former Victorian toilet block, into a stylish holiday home with spectacular Norfolk sea 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
TOAD Brake Van

TOAD Brake Van

England / Northiam, East Sussex
Evoke romantic vintage railway journeys with a stay in a converted East Sussex carriage for two, the GWR ‘TOAD' Brake Van at Railway Retreats.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Old Mill

Old Mill

Scotland / Lauder, Scottish Borders
A sumptuously stylish water mill conversion in the Scottish Borders, for a romantic break that's rich in design-led chic.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
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
Apollo 11

Apollo 11

New Zealand / Pukaki, Canterbury
Gaze at the ultra-dark New Zealand night sky in all its star-studded glory, from a handcrafted ‘spaceship' with mountain views.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Corn Bin

The Corn Bin

England / Sedlescombe, Sussex
A gloriously imaginative and view-filled conversion that's ideal for a romantic country escape to rural Sussex.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 1
Huxham Hideaway

Huxham Hideaway

England / Poltimore, Devon
A charmingly converted shipping container, set in a private meadow with panoramic views of rolling East Devon countryside.
Sleeps: 2 (+2)
Bedrooms: 1
Red Mill

Red Mill

England / Haddiscoe Island, Norfolk
Escape all the demands of life, in an historic Norfolk mill set on a remote island, with soothing panoramic views of the River Yare.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Five Acre Barn

Five Acre Barn

England / Aldringham, Suffolk
Shake off any preconceptions of old-fashioned holiday rentals - at Five Acre Barn, you'll enjoy modern accommodation, peaceful surroundings and exceptional hosting just a mile from Suffolk's sensational coast.
Sleeps: 2 per room/11 total
Bedrooms: 5
Callander Castle

Callander Castle

Scotland / Callander, Perthshire
Take a historic castle set in 12 acres of grounds, an enviable position in the spectacular Trossachs and some of the most awe-inspiring interiors ever - and you have the truly unique Callander Castle!
Sleeps: 24
Bedrooms: 13
Lackan Cottage Farm

Lackan Cottage Farm

Northern Ireland / Mourne Mountains, County Down
If you dream of a truly off-grid experience, with mountains, woodland and seaside all just moments away, Lackan Cottage Farm is the eco haven you're seeking.
Sleeps: 2 per unit
Bedrooms: 1 per unit
Late deals Harbour Edge

Harbour Edge

England / Mousehole, Cornwall
A boutique seaside cottage with a self-contained bedroom suite, charmingly positioned in the picture-perfect Cornish village of Mousehole.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
15 percent discount Station House

Station House

England / St Bees, Cumbria
A former Victorian waiting room at St Bees Railway Station, now a unique self-catering holiday home.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
1944 Ammunition Wagon

1944 Ammunition Wagon

England / Northiam, East Sussex
Wartime-style romance in a cosy Ammunition Wagon hideaway on the Kent and East Sussex steam railway line.
Sleeps: 2 (+2)
Bedrooms: 1
The Bunkhouse Chapel

The Bunkhouse Chapel

Wales / Hay on Wye, Powys
Cool and quirky communal living in a converted chapel, perfectly positioned beside the River Wye close to the Brecon Beacons.
Sleeps: 14
Bedrooms: 1
Cart Shed

Cart Shed

England / Bibury, Gloucestershire
A stylish and stunning Cotswolds conversion that's ideal for families in search of a picturesque rural retreat (you can bring the dogs, too!
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Aylsham Windmill

Aylsham Windmill

England / Aylsham, Norfolk
A luxury holiday home for six in a former working flourmill, built in 1826 and modernised to welcome guests to enjoy Norfolk's many attractions.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The Wild Duck

The Wild Duck

England / Heacham, Norfolk
The Wild Duck is a former 19th century boat, uniquely transformed into a luxurious Heacham haven ideal for seaside family holidays.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The Five Turrets

The Five Turrets

Scotland / Selkirk, Scottish Borders
Make like an auld Scottish baron, in a grand 19th Century townhouse that's ideal for exploring the historic town of Selkirk.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
The Old Station Allerston

The Old Station Allerston

England / Pickering, North Yorkshire
Live the first-class life at The Old Station, where three stunning railway carriages await at the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors.
Sleeps: up to 6 per carriage
Bedrooms: 2-3 per carriage
Ermita del Carmen

Ermita del Carmen

Spain / Carcabuey, Andalucia
Ermita del Carmen is a stunning 15th century chapel conversion, set within the soul-soothing natural heart of Andalucia.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
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
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
Jukebox Altar

Jukebox Altar

England / Harrogate, Yorkshire
A unique, music-inspired chapel conversion that's perfect for large group celebrations, surrounded by soothing Yorkshire countryside.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
The Folly

The Folly

England / Hambledon, Hampshire
Carve out your very own piece of holiday history in this detached Hambledon hideaway that's a perfect base for romantics and sporty types.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
St Michael and All Angels

St Michael and All Angels

England / Hollocombe, near Chulmleigh, Devon
An elegantly converted church filled with divine luxury, for a heavenly break in the heart of rural Devon.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The Mews

The Mews

England / Newton Ferrers, South Devon
The Mews is a romantic barn conversion for two, peacefully situated on a fresh and idyllic South Devon farm.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Late deals Oswestry Church

Oswestry Church

England / Oswestry, Shropshire
A cool celestial conversion by the Welsh border, ideal for group breaks in a lively setting filled with art, style and colour.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 3
The Mission

The Mission

England / Ventnor, Isle of Wight
The delightfully quirky ‘tin tabernacle' on the Isle of Wight, a divine setting for a bracing island escape you'll soon be saying your prayers to return to!
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Picton Castle Gatehouse

Picton Castle Gatehouse

Wales / Rhos near Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire
A refined getaway in an historic gatehouse, set within the luxurious grounds of Pembrokeshire's finest stately home.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
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
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
Belle Tout Lighthouse B&B

Belle Tout Lighthouse B&B

England / Beachy Head, East Sussex
A historic Lighthouse B&B perched on the white cliffs of Beachy Head, with show-stopping panoramic views and many original features.
Sleeps: 2 per room
Bedrooms: 6
Cambridge Lodge Water Tank

Cambridge Lodge Water Tank

England / Wensley, Derbyshire
An historic water tank, transformed into unique, luxurious and sociable accommodation in the heart of the picturesque Peak District.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Tinker

Tinker

England / Marhamchurch, Cornwall
A uniquely magical Cornish retreat for two, in the form of a 17th century underground bothy, luxury showman's wagons, and a private hot tub in a fairytale garden!
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Drum Gatelodge

Drum Gatelodge

Northern Ireland / Bushmills, County Antrim
On a quiet country road at the edge of the historic Ballylough Estate, discover the utterly charming Drum Gatelodge - a romantic and unique hideaway for two in the stunning County Antrim countryside.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Cable Cottage

Cable Cottage

Wales / Fishguard, Pembrokeshire
Indulge your love of a life overlooking the waves in this unique haven, where bracing sea air meets clifftop panoramic views of the outstanding North Pembrokeshire Coast.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
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
Converted Lookout

Converted Lookout

Wales / Mwnt, Ceredigion
Imagine waking in a cosy bolt hole for two, overlooking the stunning Cardigan Bay - and make it a reality with an escape to the Converted Lookout.
Sleeps: 2 + baby
Bedrooms: 1
Jumbostay

Jumbostay

Sweden / Stockholm
Jumbostay is a totally out-of-this-world hostel at Sweden's Stockholm Arlanda Airport, where guests can sleep in an original Boeing 747 and experience a sky-high holiday without ever leaving the ground.
Sleeps: 1-4 per room
Bedrooms: Varies
Temple of Diana

Temple of Diana

England / Shifnal, Shropshire
For a truly unique escape, the Temple of Diana blends classical architecture and a heavenly location, making for a stay you'll treasure for a lifetime.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Filter House

Filter House

England / Ladock, Cornwall
A former waterworks bursting with spectacular Art Deco character, situated on the edge of a tree-lined quarry lake in the Cornish village of Ladock.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Bull Pen

Bull Pen

England / Bibury, Gloucestershire
A sociable, single-level Cotswolds retreat for groups of family and friends (and their dogs), soothingly set in "the most beautiful village in England".
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Special offer Broger's End

Broger's End

Australia / Kangaroo Valley, New South Wales
An eco-friendly Aussie riverside escape that helps you slow down and get back to nature at its most beautiful.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
Harbour Lights

Harbour Lights

England / Charlestown, Cornwall
Be the star of your very own atmospheric love story in this unique luxury sea sanctuary, set along the sweeping south coast of Cornwall.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
SWEETS hotel

SWEETS hotel

Netherlands / Amsterdam
Take your pick from one of the unique bridge house suites, beautifully scattered along the canals of Amsterdam.
Sleeps: 2 per house
Bedrooms: 1 per house
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
Tregulland

Tregulland

England / Saint Clether, Cornwall
Luxury accommodation for large groups, infused with unique style and a warm Cornish welcome, set within 16 stunning acres of private land on the edge of Bodmin moor.
Sleeps: 22+2
Bedrooms: 11 (6+5)
Walton Castle

Walton Castle

England / Clevedon, Somerset
If you've always dreamed of your very own castle in the English countryside, complete with turrets, a keep, and acres of grounds, those dreams will come true at Walton Castle.
Sleeps: 16
Bedrooms: 8
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
Toll House

Toll House

England / Nether Stowey, Somerset
Lovingly refurbished former 18th Century toll house in Nether Stowey, Somerset.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Kingston Barns

Kingston Barns

England / Kingston, Cambridgeshire
Four immaculate, self-contained rural havens for grand group holidays, surrounded by rolling Cambridgeshire countryside.
Sleeps: Up to 16 (four barns)
Bedrooms: 8
Late deals Stoke Ferry Windmill

Stoke Ferry Windmill

England / Stoke Ferry, Norfolk
A super-stylish, seven-storey Grade II listed windmill complete with heated outdoor pool, gently nestled in a historic Norfolk village.
Sleeps: 15
Bedrooms: 7
Knock Old Castle

Knock Old Castle

Scotland / Largs, Ayrshire
Whisk yourself away to the Ayrshire coast and the magnificent Knock Old Castle for a fairy-tale holiday like no other.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Crane Hotel Faralda

Crane Hotel Faralda

Netherlands / Amsterdam
View the beauty of Amsterdam from a unique position - a stylish and award-winning hotel at the top of a former crane!
Sleeps: 2 per suite
Bedrooms: 1 per suite
Dungeness Railway Carriage

Dungeness Railway Carriage

England / Dungeness, Kent
Indulge your love of the natural life with a quirky stay in a beautifully converted 19th century rail carriage in Dungeness - an abundant Kent nature reserve just a stone's throw from the beach.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Late deals The Little Barn

The Little Barn

England / Richmond, North Yorkshire
Relax in an enchanting stone cottage for two, blissfully secluded from the world's worries amongst miles of scenic Yorkshire countryside.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Art Hangar

Art Hangar

Italy / Val d'Orcia, Tuscany
Stray from the beaten Tuscan track at Art Hangar, in an industrial hangar transformed into a unique loft space that's perfect for creative dreamers.
Sleeps: 4
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
Ty Felin

Ty Felin

Wales / Newport, Pembrokeshire
Escape to the magnificent Pembrokeshire Coast National Park with a stay at Ty Felin - a beautiful, accessible barn conversion for up to eight people.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 3
The Bus Stop

The Bus Stop

Scotland / Gifford, East Lothian
Pack your bags, grab your timetables and don't be late - it's time to head to The Bus Stop and jump on board for luxurious accommodation in two converted buses!
Sleeps: 2-4
Bedrooms: Varies
Craighead Howf

Craighead Howf

Scotland / Dunblane, Perthshire
‘Howf' is the Scottish word for a favourite haunt of family and friends - and once you've visited Craighead Howf, there's little doubt you'd choose anywhere else for true escapism.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
Cartshed Cottages

Cartshed Cottages

England / Sharrington, Norfolk
Experience a stylish set of barn conversions, ideal for exploring the unique beauty of North Norfolk.
Sleeps: 2 or 4 per cottage
Bedrooms: 1 or 2 per cottage
The Old Lockup

The Old Lockup

England / Wirksworth, Derbyshire
The Old Lockup is where historical tales of crime and intrigue reside in the picturesque Derbyshire Dales.
Sleeps: 2 per room
Bedrooms: 4
Palmers Folly

Palmers Folly

England / Holkham, Norfolk
An exclusive and luxurious Grade II-listed couples' retreat, set on North Norfolk's elegant 25,000-acre Holkham Estate.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Windmill Blackthorn Hill

The Windmill Blackthorn Hill

England / Blackthorn, Oxfordshire
The perfect romantic escape, in an historic Oxfordshire building that features 360-degree rural views.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Big Idaho Potato Hotel

The Big Idaho Potato Hotel

USA / Boise, Idaho
A deliciously unique, six-ton spud-and-spa retreat for two, set in 400 acres of farmland with a friendly Jersey cow as your holiday pet!
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Stables

The Stables

England / Bibury, Gloucestershire
A sumptuous, light-filled and detail-oriented space, styled for family and friends to relax in the midst of a chocolate-box Cotswolds village.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Triumphal Arch Lodge

Triumphal Arch Lodge

Northern Ireland / Colebrooke, County Fermanagh
Make your holiday a triumph with a stunningly stately stay in the gateway to historic Colebrooke, set by the tranquil lakes of County Fermanagh.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Hooke Court Glamping

Hooke Court Glamping

England / Hooke, Dorset
A soothing and historic retreat with an eclectic range of accommodation, nestled on a friendly site close to Dorset's Jurassic Coast.
Sleeps: 2 (+2) per unit
Bedrooms: Open plan
The Chapel

The Chapel

England / Barnham, West Sussex
A lavish, light-filled cottage that's rich in elegant detail, beautifully positioned in a quiet village close to Bognor Regis, for a memorable group break.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 3
1 Church House

1 Church House

England / Totland, Isle of Wight
1 Church House - relax and inspire your imagination in a church conversion full of celestial charm, beautifully situated on the Isle of Wight.
Sleeps: 7
Bedrooms: 4
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
Trullo Fico

Trullo Fico

Italy / Ostuni, Puglia
A unique blend of contemporary style and ancient tradition awaits, in a family-friendly Puglian haven you won't want to leave.
Sleeps: 8/9
Bedrooms: 3
The Brewery Vaults

The Brewery Vaults

England / Freshford, nr Bath, Somerset
For a very special escape to stunning Somerset, the Brewery Vaults provides stylish luxury for four in the gorgeous village of Freshford.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Alexander House Glamping

Alexander House Glamping

Scotland / Auchterarder, Perthshire
Luxuriate in the beauty of the Great Outdoors, in a welcoming ensuite yurt with hot tub or spacious bell tent secluded in the lush grounds of a Scottish country house.
Sleeps: 2 (yurts) 4 (bell tents)
Bedrooms: Varies
Walcot Hall Estate Chapel and Cabins

Walcot Hall Estate Chapel and Cabins

England / Lydbury North, Shropshire
Imaginative accommodation, set amongst 30 acres of picture-perfect grounds in the Shropshire Hills.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
Clifftop Railway Carriage

Clifftop Railway Carriage

Wales / Aberporth, Ceredigion
Perhaps one of the last things you'd expect to find overlooking Cardigan Bay is a converted Edwardian railway carriage, but that's just one reason why the Clifftop Railway Carriage is so special.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
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 Linhay

The Linhay

England / Braunton, Devon
A sublime and secluded off-grid Devon retreat that brings you blissfully back to nature, batteries fully recharged.
Sleeps: 2 (+2)
Bedrooms: 1
The Cell Block

The Cell Block

USA / Clifton, Texas
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
LV14 SULA Lightship

LV14 SULA Lightship

England / Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Enjoy a unique and scenic stay aboard a historic British Lightship, beautifully restored and enchantingly moored in the Gloucester Docks.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
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
Southern Bell

Southern Bell

England / Hayling Island, Hampshire
A unique holiday island home that includes two stylishly converted railway carriages, for a first-class break by the Hampshire seaside.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 5
Hotel Barge Waternimf

Hotel Barge Waternimf

England / Ely, Cambridgeshire
Authentic Dutch-inspired luxury on the majestic waters of the River Great Ouse, where scenic Cambridgeshire style awaits.
Sleeps: 2 per cabin
Bedrooms: 1 per cabin
Fletland Mill

Fletland Mill

England / Stamford, Lincolnshire
A historic, lovingly converted riverside retreat on the edge of the Fens, filled with welcoming warmth and surrounded by wildlife-steeped countryside.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Cubitts

Cubitts

England / White Horse Common, Norfolk
A ‘wow-factor' conversion of an historic Norfolk mill, with four luxurious floors of accommodation that's ideal for special group breaks.
Sleeps: 9
Bedrooms: 4
Late deals The Hidden Chapel

The Hidden Chapel

England / Zeal Monachorum, Devon
A luxurious TV-featured conversion of a 19th century congregational chapel, peacefully secluded in an ancient, rural Devon village.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The Old School

The Old School

England / South Perrott, Dorset
For a gorgeous retreat that combines quirky original features, a peaceful village location and luxurious touches throughout, the Old School gets top marks.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Magherintemple Lodge

Magherintemple Lodge

Northern Ireland / Ballycastle, County Antrim
Magherintemple Lodge - experience all the fun of the seaside while you stay in an charmingly historic chocolate-box haven on the North Antrim Coast.
Sleeps: 4 (2 adults, 2 children)
Bedrooms: 2
Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill

Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill

Northern Ireland / Bushmills, County Antrim
Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill - escape from everyday life with a romantic break in a lovingly converted County Antrim corn mill, where your soundtrack is the gentle rushing river.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Dunes Railway Carriage

The Dunes Railway Carriage

Wales / Gwbert-on-Sea, Ceredigion
A unique converted Victorian railway carriage just yards from the beach at Gwbert-on-Sea in Ceredigion, Wales.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 4
Fog Signal Building

Fog Signal Building

England / Dungeness, Kent
A romantically unspoilt building steeped in historic charm, set on the wildly windswept Dungeness coast.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
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 Railway Carriage at Lavender Hill

The Railway Carriage at Lavender Hill

England / Williton, Somerset
With an idyllic trackside location on the West Somerset Steam Railway, the Railway Carriage is the perfect escape for children, trainspotters, and everyone in between!
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
Daphne Cottage

Daphne Cottage

England / Mawnan Smith, Cornwall
An architect-designed, dog-friendly cottage that's full of cosy luxury, beautifully secluded near Cornwall's Helford River.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
The Catacombs

The Catacombs

England / Plymouth, Devon
A heritage-soaked apartment, filled with captivating detail and contemporary mod cons, positioned in the heart of Plymouth's historic Barbican.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 3
Chateau Mareuil

Chateau Mareuil

France / Brigueil-le-Chantre, Aquitaine
Ancient history and contemporary comfort combine at Château Mareuil, a regally rural French home-from-home.
Sleeps: Up to 12
Bedrooms: 4
Butley Priory

Butley Priory

England / Woodbridge, Suffolk
A 12th century Suffolk monastery, transformed into a jaw-dropping haven of romantic country style for the ultimate in large group stays.
Sleeps: 15
Bedrooms: 8
Trulli of Stars

Trulli of Stars

Italy / Ostuni, Puglia
Ancient Apulian tradition meets modern opulence at Trulli of Stars to create a blissfully secluded southern Italian paradise.
Sleeps: 8 (+7)
Bedrooms: 5 (+2)
Shobac

Shobac

Canada / Upper Kingsburg, Nova Scotia
Minimalist designer luxury at the "end of the Earth", in a circle of unique cabins set along the rugged Atlantic coastline of Nova Scotia.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
The Follies Low Lodge

The Follies Low Lodge

England / Hunmanby, near Filey, Yorkshire
A characterful and romantic stone building infused with authentic style, perfect for exploring the delights of the North Yorkshire coast.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
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
Hattie the Horse Box

Hattie the Horse Box

England / Hawkhurst, Kent
A romantic vintage retreat for two, complete with hot tub and fresh farm eggs, nestled amongst soothing Kent countryside.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
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
Villa CP

Villa CP

Spain / Girona, Catalonia
A lovingly restored, eco-friendly Catalan farmhouse with natural swimming pool, for luxury group breaks steeped in peaceful tradition.
Sleeps: 8 (+2)
Bedrooms: 4 (+1)
The Windmill Aylesbury

The Windmill Aylesbury

England / Wendover, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
A stunning former working mill steeped in history and romance, featuring breathtaking views over the Chiltern Hills.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Church House

Church House

Scotland / Johnshaven, Aberdeenshire
A stylish and light-filled celestial apartment, with spectacular views over the rooftops and out towards the sweeping Scottish coast.
Sleeps: 3
Bedrooms: 1
The Windmill

The Windmill

Wales / Tynlon, Anglesey
Nestled in the heart of Anglesey is The Windmill - this truly unique holiday home for four boasts unique features, spectacular countryside views, and even a spot of TV fame.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Late deals Boatel

Boatel

Wales / Machynlleth, Powys
An award-winning, seriously quirky ‘bed in a boat' with some spectacular mountain views and lashings of charm.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Silver Star Barn

Silver Star Barn

England / Southam, Warwickshire
An imaginative Caribbean-inspired conversion, complete with hot tub and hand-crafted garden pavilions, gently nestled in rural Warwickshire.
Sleeps: 7
Bedrooms: 3
Old Smock Mill

Old Smock Mill

England / Nr Cranbrook, Kent
A romantic escape to the Garden of England calls for a truly memorable place to stay, and that's exactly what lies in store at the Old Smock Mill.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Middleton Hall Folly

Middleton Hall Folly

England / Middleton, Northumberland
A fairy-tale folly in the grounds of a historic mansion house, Middleton Hall Folly offers an exquisite retreat for couples in the heart of Northumberland.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Old Lifeboat House

The Old Lifeboat House

England / Hornsea, East Riding of Yorkshire
The Old Lifeboat House - life looks better upside-down, especially when spent in a spacious and picturesque Hornsea boathouse set right by the seaside!
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Merseyside Luxury Barge

Merseyside Luxury Barge

England / Liverpool
A historic grain barge, lovingly restored for large group accommodation within walking distance of Liverpool's iconic city centre.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
The Windmill Suffolk

The Windmill Suffolk

England / Nr Lavenham, Suffolk
You'll be swept away to the height of luxury at The Windmill Suffolk - a glorious towering bolthole as seen on George Clarke's 'Amazing Spaces' and overlooking idyllic countryside, just two miles north of historic Lavenham.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
The Rockhouse Retreat

The Rockhouse Retreat

England / Low Habberley, Worcestershire
Contemporary rock house in Worcestershire, blending modern comforts with centuries-old original features.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
SiloStay

SiloStay

New Zealand / Little River, Canterbury
Uniquely innovative, eco-friendly accommodation set within New Zealand's Banks Peninsula.
Sleeps: 2 or 4 per silo
Bedrooms: Varies
The Glamping Orchard

The Glamping Orchard

England / Longney, Gloucestershire
Rural glamping in Longney, Gloucestershire; The Warwick Knight, a restored 1950s caravan with rooftop garden as seen on George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces, and Belle, a charming bell tent.
Sleeps: 4-5 per unit
Bedrooms: Studio
Pigeon Door

Pigeon Door

England / Ryton, Shrewsbury
Get your ticket to ride at Pigeon Door, where three fabulously quirky, converted double-decker buses promise you the trip of a lifetime!
Sleeps: 5-6 per bus
Bedrooms: 3 per bus
The Triumphal Arch

The Triumphal Arch

England / Holkham, Norfolk
An historic, architect-designed retreat for two, rich in indulgent luxury and set on an imposing 25,000-acre Norfolk estate.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
St Curig's Church

St Curig's Church

Wales / Capel Curig, County Conwy
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
Discount The Yays - Crane Apartment

The Yays - Crane Apartment

Netherlands / Amsterdam
Experience a taste of the high life in an iconic, refurbished crane offering luxurious living, an outstanding location and unbeatable views across Amsterdam East, North and the IJ-River.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Scout Hall

The Scout Hall

England / Ventnor, Isle of Wight
An instantly welcoming, enduringly quirky Isle of Wight haven, perfectly positioned amongst a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
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
Wellhayes Barn

Wellhayes Barn

England / Lyme Regis, Dorset
Introducing a beautifully converted Dorset hay barn, for reconnection to nature amongst thriving wildlife and a sparkling lake.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Stowe Barn & Silo

Stowe Barn & Silo

USA / Morristown, Vermont
An impossibly relaxing timber-framed retreat in rural Vermont, nestled in 250 expansive acres of green mountains for group stays with a difference.
Sleeps: 14
Bedrooms: 4
Toll Bridge House

Toll Bridge House

Wales / Penmaenpool, Snowdonia
Snowdonia is a simply spectacular area of Wales and you can make your visit more magical with a stay in this tollkeeper's house over a Grade II listed wooden bridge.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
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
Trulli al Chiaro de Luna

Trulli al Chiaro de Luna

Italy / Putignano, Apulia
Indulge in a group break spent in a traditional Apulian stone dwelling, surrounded by unspoilt natural luxury.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 2
Olive

Olive

England / Bramshott, Hampshire
A first-class stay, aboard a charmingly converted double decker secluded in a medieval Hampshire village with never-ending green views.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 1
Beavers Croft

Beavers Croft

England / Hope Valley, Derbyshire
A mesmerising 17th century stone barn conversion, filled with modern luxuries and soothingly set within the Peak District National Park.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 3
Barjac Cessna Plane

Barjac Cessna Plane

France / Barjac, Occitanie
A delightfully quirky plane-and-control-tower, filled with colourful character, and rurally secluded in a medieval French village.
Sleeps: 5
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
The Container Haus

The Container Haus

Uganda / Jinja, Eastern Region
A light, bright, creatively repurposed container, set blissfully off the beaten track in the rolling hills of Uganda's Eastern Region.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Firehaus

Firehaus

Scotland / Tighnabruaich, Argyll & Bute
A seriously cutting-edge, architect-designed holiday haven that features breathtaking sea views over Argyll's Cowal Peninsula.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
The Cider Shed

The Cider Shed

England / Slad, Gloucestershire
Experience the ultimate in luxurious relaxation for two and a perfect mini-moon spot, amongst endless Cotswold valley views.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Pineapple

The Pineapple

Scotland / Airth, Falkirk
Arguably one of the most playful and eccentric historical buildings in the UK, The Pineapple is a former summer house with an instantly recognisable fruity dome that befits its name.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Glamping Boatshack

Glamping Boatshack

England / Ely, Cambridgeshire
An authentic 1940s vessel, lovingly converted and privately nestled in a soothing forest overlooking the open Fens.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Hector Cave House

Hector Cave House

Greece / Santorini, Cyclades
Welcome to a unique and historic retreat, exquisitely carved into a caldera cliff on the island of Santorini, with captivating views of the Aegean Sea.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 1
Lottie the Lorry

Lottie the Lorry

Wales / St David's, Pembrokeshire
Moroccan-style adventure awaits, in a quirkily upcycled glamping truck secluded in lush Pembrokeshire countrysideA well-travelled glamping truck, Lottie the Lorry has driven all over Europe.
Sleeps: 2 (+1)
Bedrooms: 1
St Winifred's Well

St Winifred's Well

England / Woolston, Shropshire
Nestled in a secluded woodland space in the hamlet of Woolston, you'd be forgiven for missing the minuscule wonder that is St Winidfred's Well at first sight.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Tatters Barn

Tatters Barn

England / Braintree, Essex
Holiday in an historic potato barn, stunningly converted to provide luxurious accommodation on a scenic working farm in Essex.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Rathven Parish Church Hall

Rathven Parish Church Hall

Scotland / Portessie, The Highlands
A divine, award-winning & unique church conversion that showcases endless views over the dolphin-populated Moray Firth.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
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
The Old Dream

The Old Dream

Spain / Andraxt, Balearic Islands
Explore the southern tip of Mallorca from the comfort of a comfy six-berth yacht, anchored at the peaceful and picturesque Port of Andratx.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Inn at the Old Jail

Inn at the Old Jail

USA / New Orleans, Louisiana
Get yourself locked up in the thriving heart of New Orleans in an histroic police jail, without the bother of committing a crime!
Sleeps: 2-4
Bedrooms: 9
Carinthia Troadkasten

Carinthia Troadkasten

Austria / Trieblach, Carinthia
An original crop barn, converted into a fairytale-like retreat for two in a South Austrian village that's surrounded by lush countryside.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
Cisco Post Office

Cisco Post Office

USA / Cisco, Utah
An authentic desert ghost town stay, in a quirky, characterful and historic Utah guest house, surrounded by wildlife and wondrous views.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
The Chillout Container

The Chillout Container

Scotland / Dolphinton, South Lanarkshire
A soothingly converted space for two, perfectly positioned in the beautiful Scottish Borders close to bustling Edinburgh.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
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