For those who like to be first in the know, these unusual stays are hot off the press! So sit back, relax and browse our newly-added retreats to discover your latest holiday favourite.
The Gin and Thresher
Langley on Tyne, near Allendale, Northumberland, England
An innovative holiday haven with an indoor Victorian botanic garden and a heated al fresco infinity pool, secluded on a working farm in idyllic Northumberland countryside with views of grazing horses and rolling hills.
Sleeps: 18
Bedrooms: 8
From
£3966 / wk
Corylus Retreats
Ullapool, The Highlands, Scotland
Two sustainably-crafted, architecturally-designed retreats peacefully elevated on a hillside above Ullapool, for jaw-dropping views towards Loch Broom and the mountains beyond.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 1 or 2 per apartment
From
£522 /3 nights-Fjell
Lewie's Croft
Cove, Wester Ross, The Highlands, Scotland
A remotely secluded, architect-designed eco-lodge taken from the pages of a rustic Highland folktale, surrounded by soaring mountains with an outdoor sauna and breath-taking views of Loch Ewe.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From
£400 /nt
Nestled Stays
Walberton, West Sussex, England
Sumptuous, family-run retreat collections in idyllic nature-led West Sussex spaces, each with private hot tubs and bespoke site facilities that include on-site fishing and al fresco cinema.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
From
£250 /nt
The Arts Barge
Lower Clapton, East London, England
A pet-friendly boutique canal boat furnished with designer flair and peacefully moored on the tranquil River Lea, with a pub in wandering distance and the creative buzz of Hackney close by.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From
£190 /nt
The Clock Tower at Barton Court
Colwall, Herefordshire, England
A cosy couples’ bolthole filled with historic charm, dog-friendly and beautifully set within a country estate on the western slopes of the Malvern Hills.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£225 /nt
Driftwood Treehouse
Laborie, St Lucia
A luxurious, open-air Caribbean haven with a private plunge pool, lovingly hand-crafted and gently elevated among lush tropical greenery mere moments from Laborie beach.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£144-£166 /nt
Weirglodd
Ruthin, Denbighshire, Wales
Discover a homely, pet-friendly bolthole for couples and small families, built into a hill in the North Wales countryside with a sheltered hot tub and a friendly working farm next door
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From
£647 (4 nts)
Honeycomb Treehouse
Blandford Forum, Dorset, England
A luxurious treehouse-style retreat set among whispering leaves in rural Dorset, with a stargazing hot tub and idyllic countryside views to savour inside and out
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£195 / night
Glamping El Regajo
El Torno, Extremadura, Spain
Romantic Spanish havens with stargazing hot tubs and panoramic views of the Valle del Jerte’s famed cherry trees, nestled on a private estate where nature reigns supreme
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£249 / night
The Houseboat, Liverpool Marina
Coburg Dock, Liverpool, England
A super-stylish floating retreat, peacefully moored in Liverpool’s historic Coburg Dock with easy access to attractions and sublime water views from every room.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 3
From
£1,120 /week
Round Island Cottages
Poole, Dorset, England
Three scenic cottages set on a 15-acre, family-owned private island in Poole Harbour, with a sheltered sandy beach, resident peacocks, and idyllic views of flourishing birdlife for the ultimate digital detox.
Sleeps: 21
Bedrooms: Varies
From
£325 / cottage /nt
Woody at The Old Forge, Dorset
Compton Abbas, Dorset, England
A quirky shepherd’s hut-for-two with a private hot tub and summer tipi, beautifully nestled on a family-run Cranborne Chase retreat with vintage style and friendly resident animals.
Sleeps: 2-4
Bedrooms: 1-2
From
£290 /2 nts
Brook Cottage Shepherd Huts
Llŷn Peninsula, Gwynedd, Wales
An award-winning, adults-only haven blissfully secluded among soothing woodland on the Llŷn Peninsula, with a wildflower meadow, a private lake, and soul-stirring mountain views.
Sleeps: 2 per hut
Bedrooms: 1 per hut
From
£84 /nt
OloResort Levi
Levi, Lapland, Finland
A collection of private Aurora-watching suites in the glistening Lapland wilderness, with an on-site restaurant, sauna, and a warming campfire for stargazing and storytelling
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£179 / night
AutoCamp Zion
Virgin, Utah, USA
Iconic TV-featured Airstreams and cosy cabins nestled by the Virgin River in the awe-inspiring Utah wilderness, for a stay that combines fresh outdoor adventure with boutique comfort and family-friendly amenities
Sleeps: 1-5
Bedrooms: 2
From
£159 / night
Pater Noster
Hamneskär, Västra Götaland , Sweden
An award-winning lighthouse island set within a remote Swedish archipelago, with boutique rooms and an exclusive outdoor bed for unforgettable summer stays
Sleeps:
Bedrooms:
From
£1,635 / night
Canfranc Estacion
Canfranc, Aragón, Spain
A grand hotel and Michelin-starred restaurant, lavishly converted from a jaw-dropping Beaux-Arts-style railway station and nestled in a remote mountain hamlet near the border of Spain and France
Sleeps: 2-4
Bedrooms: 1
From
£199 / night
Lakes Lochs & Rivers
All of these 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.
Beach Huts & Houses
Grab your bucket, grab your spade and make your way to the nearest horizon! These quirky seaside retreats are just a stone’s throw from the sounds of waves breaking and some of the most gorgeous coastal scenery imaginable.
Cranes
Elevate your holiday potential in an incredible converted crane! Those with a head for heights and a sense of adventure will marvel at the transformation of these lofty gems from their former career in freight transportation into stylish, quirky lets.
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