Unusual Holidays and Places to Stay
We all appreciate the good night guarantee at a Premier Inn, but sometimes we all yearn for something a little different… a unique experience with memories that will last for years.
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Radio Tower
Radio Tower, Rue De Lane Corbiere, St. Brelade, JE3 8HN.
Sleeps 6. Built by German Occupying Forces during World War Two, the Radio Tower occupies a cliff top setting overlooking Corbière lighthouse on Jersey’s south-west tip. Sympathetically restored, it now offers unique self-catering accommodation accessed over six floors by winding concrete and spiral staircases.
- Wi-Fi available
- Close to Sea
- Quirky
- 20th Century
Barge Aground
Barge Aground, La Grande Route de Mielles, St. Ouen, Jersey, JE3 2FN.
Sleeps 6. Offering direct access to the golden sands of St Quen’s beach, the iconic Barge Aground is the last of the seaside follies that once lined this stunning bay. Built in the 1930s, the interior décor and furniture have been carefully selected to reflect this era.
- Close to Sea
- Quirky
- Pet friendly
- 20th Century
Elizabeth Castle
St Aubin’s Bay, St Helier, Jersey, JE2 3NU.
Sleeps 6. Surrounded by the sea twice a day and occupying one of Jersey’s most iconic locations, Elizabeth Castle stands one mile off the coast commanding the entrance to St Helier’s harbour. The Castle Apartment is set over two levels and overlooks the castle parade ground and the Governor’s House, once home to Sir Walter Raleigh.
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- Wi-Fi available
- Close to Sea
- Quirky
- Fishing
- 15th Century
3 Masons Court
Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire.
Sleeps 6. Boasting wattle and daub walls and oak panelling, this cottage oozes character and history. This property has been renovated to the highest of standards and has an unique charm, providing a fantastic holiday home in Shakespeare’s Stratford upon Avon. Cottage Code: 1014334.
- Wi-Fi available
- Boutique
- Pub nearby
- 14th Century
The Ticket Office
Ruswarp near Whitby, North Yorkshire.
Sleeps 2. This interesting and magical Grade II listed former ticket office set in the centre of Ruswarp, just 1.5 miles from seaside town of Whitby provides quirky accommodation for a couple looking to explore the surrounding the beautiful heather-clad moors and dramatic coastline. Cottage Code: 1125.
- Wi-Fi available
- Quirky
- Pub nearby
- Pet friendly
- 19th Century
Bagtor Mill
Ilsington, near Haytor Vale, Devon.
Sleeps 9. Adapted and extended from a 17th century mill house, this amazing thatched detached house is situated beside the River Lemon. Surrounding the mill house is the original mill wheel and workings alongside five acres of gardens to wander, with the river babbling through and ponds with wildlife amongst the lawns. Cottage Code: 975857.
- Wi-Fi available
- Open Fire
- Pet friendly
- 17th Century
St. Mary’s
Tal y Llyn near Dolgellau, North Wales.
Sleeps 4. This beautiful 15th century church stands with the foothills of Mount Cader Idris and has been preserved in all its original glory with an amazing Welsh oak roof structure, preserved and complete with a Tudor painted ceiling and stunning stained glass window at one end. Cottage Code: 26732.
- Wi-Fi available
- Quirky
- Pub nearby
- Pet friendly
- 15th Century
Gatehouse Croft
Polesworth, Warwickshire, B78 1DU.
Sleeps 4. Gatehouse Croft is set over three floors of the ancient Abbey Gatehouse leading to Polesworth Abbey, which dates back to the 9th century. It oozes character and charm with a warming wood burner, exposed beams, leaded windows and stone windowsills. Cottage Code: 27120.
Note: This property can be booked with Porter’s Lodge, (ref 27119), together they sleep 6.
- Wi-Fi available
- Quirky
- Pub nearby
- Pet friendly
- 14th Century
Porter’s Lodge
Polesworth, Warwickshire, B78 1DU.
Sleeps 2. Porter’s Cottage occupies the first and second floor of one side of the medieval gatehouse leading to Polesworth Abbey, which dates back to the 9th century. The oldest part of the gatehouse, a three-bay chamber boasts original stone fireplace and warming woodburner. Cottage Code: 27119.
Note: This property can be booked with Gatehouse Croft (ref 27120), together they sleep 6.
- Wi-Fi available
- Quirky
- Pub nearby
- Pet friendly
- 14th Century
Smardale Hall
Smardale near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4HG.
Sleeps 8. Dating back to the 14th century, Smardale Hall sits on a working livestock farm in a delightful rural location between the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District. Complete with unique towers and turrets, this striking cottage also features an 8-seater hot tub. Cottage Code: 23932.
- Wi-Fi available
- Hot Tub
- Quirky
- Pet friendly
- 14th Century