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.
Ruthlin
Skenfrith, Monmouthshire, Wales
A luxurious riverside retreat with a living roof, peacefully secluded by the River Monnow on friendly, family-owned grounds teeming with history and wildlife.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£200 /nt
Canvas and Orchids Retreat
Tatai, Koh Kong, Cambodia
A sublime floating eco-resort on Cambodia’s Tatai River, surrounded by rainforest at the gateway to the Cardamom Mountains for a beautiful and memorable holiday
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£79 / night
The Tack Barn at Upper Lodge
Lewes, East Sussex, England
An art-filled, award-winning Sussex eco-retreat on the edge of the South Downs National Park, with a peaceful woodland garden, idyllic pond views and abundant local delights.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£160 /nt
Flockton Water Tower
Flockton, Yorkshire, England
Savour 360-degree views of pristine Yorkshire countryside, from a stylishly converted water tower with bespoke furniture and luxury en-suite bedrooms
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
From
£515 / night
Puttering Along
Primrose Hill, London, England
A compact and luxurious houseboat, moored in the buzzing heart of London on the Regent’s Canal, with Camden Lock and Primrose Hill both in ridiculously easy reach
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From
£258 / night
Devon Nissen Hut
South Molton, Devon, England
A former wartime hut beautifully reimagined as a pet-friendly haven with a private wood-fired hot tub, peacefully set on a Devon farm at the Gateway to Exmoor.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£819 / week
La Fustaia
Sarzana, Liguria, Italy
A luxurious woodland estate in the ancient Liguria hills, close to the Cinque Terre, with carefully-preserved architectural spaces, gourmet dining, and memorable experiences to savour.
Sleeps: 9
Bedrooms: Varies
From
£219 / night
Sedgemore
Upton, Norfolk, England
A soothing and nostalgic 1950s classic cruiser, lovingly restored and available for relaxed static stays in nature, skippered sails, or cruising the Norfolk Broads at your own leisure.
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 5 berths
From
£200 / night
Shirley Bussey
Rhosybol, Anglesey, Wales
An iconic American school bus transformed into an adults-only, dog-friendly sanctuary with a wood-fired hot tub and glorious green views, peacefully nestled on an Anglesey countryside retreat.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£200 / night
Å Gløtt Treehouse
Tessungdalen, Telemark, Norway
Discover a unique circular treehouse in wild nature, hand-crafted from wood and breath-takingly positioned by a tranquil river at the gateway to Norway’s largest National Park
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 2
From
£235 / night
Write Within
near Machynlleth, Powys, Wales
A sanctuary for scribes, deliciously hidden away in wild Welsh nature with a scenic sauna, literary treats and optional author coaching, just 10 minutes’ drive from Snowdonia National Park.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£110 / night
Oak Cabin at Ochre Hill
Newnham, Gloucestershire, England
A private, adults-only sanctuary in the Forest of Dean, steeped in luxury with a covered deck and an al fresco bath for unwinding and reconnecting in sublime nature.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£110-£159/nt
Luna Beach House
Camber, East Sussex, England
A light-filled, laid-back seaside retreat with an outdoor dining patio and beach-style garden, a mere pebble-skim away from glorious Camber Sands
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 3
From
£1,219 / week
Balance Treehouse
Drumintee, County Armagh, Northern Ireland
A hand-crafted gem elevated high among the treetops in Northern Ireland’s Ring of Gullion AONB, complete with an al fresco hot tub and a gorgeous glass roof for stargazing
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£649 / night
Cocoon
Hay-on-Wye, near Hereford,, Powys, Wales
A dog-friendly, nest-like glamping pod peacefully secluded in the Brecon Beacons National Park close to Hay-on-Wye, with a woodland barbecue and private river access.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From
£559 /week
King Arthur's Cabin
Cemmaes, near Machynlleth, Powys, Wales
An award-winning, TV-featured ‘Cabin in the Wild’ with breath-taking Snowdonia mountain views and the iconic Glyndŵr’s Way walking trail right on the doorstep.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£598 /week
Roch Castle
Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales
A 12th century fortress steeped in both ancient history and five-star modern luxury, soaring high above the Welsh landscape for breathtaking 360-degree views of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Sleeps: 2-12
Bedrooms: 1-6
From
£235 / night
Black Sheep Hotels Cabins
Loch Lochy, Scottish Highlands, The Highlands, Scotland
A luxurious collection of Scottish Highlands retreats with glorious views of evergreen forests and Loch Lochy, just a short drive from Fort William.
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 2 or 3 per cabin
From
£350 / 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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