Unique and unusual places to stay in Europe

Carriage 101

Batchmere, West Sussex, England

An expertly-restored ambulance carriage from World War Two, complete with vintage-style décor and an al fresco bathtub, peacefully secluded in lush West Sussex countryside that’s close to the coast.

Bedrooms: 2

Sleeps: 6

From

£90 / night

AirShip 2

Drimnin, The Highlands, Scotland

View the Scottish Highlands at their most breathtaking, from the romantic comfort of a deliciously secluded, architect-designed pod.

Bedrooms: 1

Sleeps: 2

From

£160 / night

The Nest

Dolassey, Powys, Wales

A sumptuous, secluded retreat with a green roof, a wildflower garden, and double al fresco bathtubs, completely surrounded by idyllic views on a working family farm in Powys.

Bedrooms: 2

Sleeps: 4

From

£185 / night

Spiers Lodge

Crieff, Perthshire, Scotland

An artisan, eco-friendly couple's retreat in the magical heart of Scottish forestland, complete with hot tub and mesmerising Highlands views.

Bedrooms: 1

Sleeps: 2

From

£145 / night

Sumburgh Lighthouse

Shetland Isles, Scotland

Shetland's Sumburgh Lighthouse offers gorgeous self-catering accommodation, breath-taking views, and even a slice of television fame - all combining for that truly memorable stay.

Bedrooms: 3

Sleeps: 5

From

£553 / week

A breath-taking, architect-designed family retreat secluded on an remote Sicilian reef that thrives with natural beauty, with a private bathing cove and spectacular sea-and-mountain views close to Palermo.

Bedrooms: 4

Sleeps: 8

From

£2,500 /week

The Treehouses at Lanrick

Doune, Perthshire, Scotland

Five sumptuous, eco-friendly tree-treats with idyllic riverside views and a woodland sauna, magically nestled on the borders of the Trossachs National Park.

Bedrooms: Open plan

Sleeps: 2 (+2) per treehouse

From

£240 / night

Walcot Hall Glamping

Lydbury North, Shropshire, England

Get ready for incredible dog-friendly glamping at Walcot Hall, where the fantastical blends with the fabulous for an unforgettable retreat.

Bedrooms: Varies

Sleeps: Varies (2-4 per unit)

From

£30 p/n to £250 p/n

Mulino Lodge Farm and Retreat

Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England

Eco-powered exclusive rural valley glamping - complete with friendly neighbourhood sheep! - in the scenic Peak District.

Bedrooms:

Sleeps: Varies

From

£90 /night

Eden Valley Glamping

Armathwaite, Cumbria, England

A nostalgic Art Deco-styled replica railway carriage and a dog-friendly brake van, both peacefully secluded in a sheep-dotted Cumbrian field where life is slow, simple, and beautiful.

Bedrooms: 1

Sleeps: 2

From

£100 /night

Wardley Hill Campsite

Kirby Cane, Norfolk, England

An ecological take on glamping and camping in the unspoilt natural vista of the Waveney Valley.

Bedrooms:

Sleeps: 2 or 3 per unit

From

£35 night

Champing Holme Lacy

Hereford, Herefordshire, England

An unforgettable Champing experience at St Cuthbert's Church awaits - a medieval sandstone beauty just outside the quiet village of Holme Lacy in Herefordshire.

Bedrooms: Varies

Sleeps: Up to 8

From

£55/adult/night

Tree House Retreats

Midhurst, West Sussex, England

Escape the everyday in the most beautiful way, in a luxurious, dog-friendly treehouse set amongst ancient estate woodland at the heart of the South Downs National Park.

Bedrooms: 1 per treehouse

Sleeps: 4

From

£250 / night

Under Catswood

Elcombe near Stroud, Gloucestershire, England

A thoroughly modern, architect-designed retreat, nestled amongst seven blissful acres of private woodland in Slad Valley with idyllic Cotswold views.

Bedrooms: 3

Sleeps: 6

From

£1140 / week

Rosita

Wittenbach, St Gallen, Switzerland

Explore the rural tripoint of Switzerland, Austria and Germany in a colourful choice of light, bright and eco-friendly vintage caravans!

Bedrooms: 1

Sleeps: Varies

From

£82 / night

Aircraft Mach Zero

Taunton, Somerset, England

Relax on board your own private plane, blissfully secluded in west Somerset woodland with first-class facilities, a wood-fired hot tub, and the Quantock Hills AONB just a short walk away.

Bedrooms: 1

Sleeps: 4

From

£125 /nt

Desert House

Gorafe, Andalucia, Spain

An architect-designed, TV-featured eco-retreat crafted from thermally insulated glass, uniquely purpose-built in the heart of Granada's spectacular Gorafe Desert for incredible natural views.

Bedrooms: 1

Sleeps: 2

From

£271 / night

House Martin Cabin

Ugborough, Devon, England

A luxurious family and dog-friendly retreat with a stargazing hot tub and an elevated deck for idyllic Devon countryside views, with Dartmoor National Park practically on the doorstep.

Bedrooms: 2

Sleeps: 4

From

£160 /nt