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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Old Higher Lighthouse Branscombe Lodge
Portland Bill, Dorset, DT5 2JT.
Sleeps 4. Part of the Old Higher Lighthouse Cottages, two Grade II listed cottages, Branscombe Lodge is an upside down detached Grade II listed cottage. The property has access to the lighthouse tower and observatory from where there are breath-taking views of Dorset’s World Heritage Jurassic Coast. Cottage Code: 12497.
Note: This cottage is next to Ref. 12494, together they sleep 8.
- Wi-Fi available
- Hot Tub
- Close to Sea
- Quirky
- Pub nearby
- Shared pool
- 18th Century
Old Higher Lighthouse Stopes Cottage
Portland Bill, Dorset, DT5 2JT.
Sleeps 4. Part of the Old Higher Lighthouse Cottages, two Grade II listed cottages, Stopes Cottage is named after the Lighthouse’s former owner Dr. Marie Stopes. This single-storey holiday accommodation is linked to the lighthouse by a long corridor and has amazing sea views. Cottage Code: 12494.
Note: This cottage is next to ref 12497, together they sleep 8.
- Wi-Fi available
- Hot Tub
- Close to Sea
- Quirky
- Pub nearby
- Shared pool
- 18th Century
The Old Church House
Torbryan, near Ipplepen, Devon, TQ12 5UR.
Sleeps 24. The Old Church House is a former 13th century Devon inn. This unique venue has played host to several historical figures including Elizabeth I, Henry VIII and Arthur Conan Doyle, who is reputed to have developed the idea for The Hound of the Baskervilles at the inn. Cottage Code: 1017380.
- Wi-Fi available
- Games room
- Pub nearby
- Pet friendly
- 13th Century
Roch Castle
Roch, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, South Wales.
Roch Castle sits high above the Pembrokeshire landscape offering panoramic views over St Brides Bay and the Preseli Hills. Choose a bed and breakfast stay or take exclusive use and indulge in unique accommodation, fine dining at Blas Restaurant, at our sister hotel, Twr y Felin and the perfect location to explore the UK’s only truly coastal National Park.
- 13th Century
Christ’s College Cambridge
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. CB2 3BU.
First established in 1437, Christ’s College moved to its present site and was re-founded in 1505 by Lady Margaret Beaufort, mother of Henry VII. An oasis of calm in the heart of the city, it now offers adults only accommodation in one of the most historic buildings in the UK.
- 15th Century
Knights Glamping at Leeds Castle
Knights Glamping, Leeds Castle, Kent. ME17 1PL.
Experience the life of a medieval knight before battle… under the cover of canvas with a difference… this night’s accommodation comes complete with a luxurious four poster bed and crisp cotton bedding. Each tent offers stylish furnishings and your evening feast can be served from the cast iron griddle over the open fire pit.
- 20th Century
High Trodigal
Machrihanish, nr. Campbeltown, Argyll and Bute.
Sleeps 2. Adopting an ancient neolithic design, this imposing holiday property utilises natural stone and a turfed roof to blend effortlessly into the surrounding landscape. Close to the Machrihanish Golf Course, it offers stunning views over the sea. Cottage Code: 30648.
- Wi-Fi available
- Close to Sea
- Quirky
- Boutique
- Pub nearby
- Pet friendly
- 20th Century
The Old Folly
The Old Folly, Hunmanby, North Yorkshire.
Sleeps 2. Built in the early 1800’s as a ruin, today this gatehouse has been converted into a wonderful and unique set of two holiday homes. Perfect for exploring the North Yorkshire Moors and coastline (Filey is only 3 miles away). Cottage Code: IJQ.
- Wi-Fi available
- Close to Sea
- Pub nearby
- Pet friendly
- Fishing
- 19th Century
Hen Wrych Hall Tower
Abergele, Conwy, North Wales.
Sleeps 2. Ideally situated only four minutes from the beach, this romantic tower boasts a four-poster bed and an open fire. The grade II listed building has been lovingly renovated, and could be your own romantic castle for two! Cottage Code: OPW.
- Wi-Fi available
- Close to Sea
- Quirky
- 19th Century
Fernhill Castle
Farnhill, nr. Skipton, North Yorkshire.
Sleeps 22. Originally built in the 14th century to protect the nearby Bolton Abbey Estate from marauding Scots, Fernhill Castle has been carefully restored in order that guests can fully enjoy the Lord and Lady of the Manor experience. Cottage Code: 1069783.
- Wi-Fi available
- Games room
- Hot Tub
- Open Fire
- Quirky
- Boutique
- Pub nearby
- 14th Century