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Quirky & Unusual Holiday Cottages

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A 14th century property resting in the centre of Rhuddlan. Two pets welcome. WiFi. Woodburning stove. Llandudno 16.9 miles; Conwy 17 miles (Ref. 1038899)

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7 nights from £606

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7 nights from £447

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Parkfields House is a striking Georgian property within 3.5 acres of land with a swimming pool and tennis court, resting in Tittensor, Staffordshire. Stone 3.6 miles; Stoke-on-Trent 6.4 miles; Stafford 10.7 miles; Peak District National Park 17.9 miles. (Ref. 1160202)

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Little Otchan Shepherds Hut is a stylish shepherd's hut with an eco-friendly hot tub and fire pit, ideal for couples in the village of East End, East Riding of Yorkshire. Withernsea 2.9 miles; Hull 14.9 miles. (Ref. 1164256)

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7 nights from £355

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The Old Stables is a charming annexe, within extensive grounds boasting a lake, meadow, fields, and orchards, in the quaint village of Headcorn, Kent. Staplehurst 4.2 miles; Maidstone 9.2 miles; High Weald National Landscape 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1162125)

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7 nights from £409

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Tirlaggan House is a single-storey contemporary property resting on the remote island of Lismore, Inner Hebrides of Scotland with a woodburing stove. Port Appin 5.7 miles; Oban 10.3 miles; Glencoe 24.6 miles. (Ref. 1159722)

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7 nights from £420

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Seaholme is a delightful Grade II listed cottage within North York Moors National Park and close to a beach, in the village of Staithes in North Yorkshire. Whitby 10.9 miles. (Ref. 21854)

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7 nights from £420

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Bank Barn - Wreay is a magnificent barn conversion within extensive grounds with panoramic mountainous views towards Lake Ullswater, in Wreay, Cumbria. Penrith 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1160532)

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7 nights from £1690

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Edgar House is a superb, luxurious Georgian property sitting on Chester's Roman Walls, Cheshire, overlooking the River Dee and is close to amenities. Mold 13.1 miles; Liverpool 26.5 miles; Manchester 41.2 miles. (Ref. 1164548)

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7 nights from £5669

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Trinity Lodge is a striking rural holiday home with great attention to detail, within the Dorset National Landscape, in Goodmanstone, near Cerne Abbas. Dorchester 5.3 miles; Weymouth 14 miles; Sherborne 14.3 miles; Yeovil 17.4 miles. (Ref. 1149594)

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7 nights from £389

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The Mill House, a delightful converted holiday mill resting in Hindolveston, Norfolk. Smart TV. Family-friendly. Football table. Private garden. Wet room. Fakenham 8.6 miles; Dereham 12.7 miles; Norwich 21.3 miles. (Ref. 1062646)

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7 nights from £936

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The Hideout is a delightful first-floor apartment resting in the heart of Oakham, Rutland. Near amenities. Terrace. Smart TV. Electric stove-effect fire. Melton Mowbray 10.5 miles; Stamford 11.1 miles; Lincoln 57 miles. (Ref. 1159433)

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7 nights from £533

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Mid-Century Modern is a charming abode within the High Weald National Landscape, with a toasty fire pit and barbecue, resting in Three Oaks, East Sussex. Battle 7.4 miles; Rye 7.6 miles. (Ref. 1115878)

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7 nights from £947

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Hawkstone is a charming pod, ideal for couples, with a hot tub in a countryside and woodland setting, in Kenstone, near the village of Hodnet, Shropshire. Wem 6.5 miles; Market Drayton 7.5 miles; Shropshire 14.9 miles; Shrewsbury 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1159210)

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New England is a wonderful, stone-fronted cottage near Newport, Pembrokeshire with character and a woodburning stove. Fishguard 8.3 miles; Cardigan 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1158445)

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7 nights from £492

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Paradise is a delightful, self-contained pod, ideal for couples or friends, with a hot tub and sunken fire pit, in Kenstone, near Hodnet, Shropshire. Wem 6.5 miles; Market Drayton 7.5 miles; Shropshire 14.9 miles; Shrewsbury 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1159207)

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7 nights from £432

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Hazel's Cottage, a quirky, single-storey house set in the small community of Kilchenzie near Campbeltown, Argyll and Bute. Woodburning stove. Countryside. Tarbert 32.3 miles; Lochgilphead 45.5 miles. (Ref. 1144208)

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7 nights from £407

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Bumblebee Glamping Pod, a fabulous, single-storey lodge, is positioned in Marishes near Thornton Dale in North Yorkshire, enjoying a bubbling hot tub. Pickering 5.1 miles; Helmsley 17.9 miles; Scarborough 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1163430)

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7 nights from £437

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Charmouth Lodge is a Grade II listed townhouse situated in the charming seaside village of Charmouth, Dorset and is close tot he beach and amenities. Lyme Regis 3.1 miles; Bridport 6.8 miles; Axminster 5.7 miles. (Ref. 1142797)

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7 nights from £825

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Step into a world of distinctive charm and remarkable character with this collection of unusual holiday cottages in the UK. If you’re seeking a getaway experience that’s far from ordinary, you’re in the right place – this collection of quirky cottages offer an unforgettable escape from the mundane, with a diverse range of options for everyone!

Why Unusual Holiday Cottages?

This range of unusual holiday lets in the UK provides an unparalleled getaway for those who seek more than just a place to stay. From quaint cottages with curved and wonky walls to railway cottages, designer log cabins and manor houses, you’ll be truly spoilt for choice.

Featuring a distinctive sense of charm, these delightful, unusual holiday cottages defy convention, offering guests an escape from the mundane and a chance to experience something different. Whether you’re nestled at the heart of picturesque landscapes or perched on coastal cliffs, each unusual holiday let promises adventure and lasting memories with the ones you love, leaving you with a newfound appreciation for the extraordinary. For more inspiration on what to do at your quirky cottage, check out our UK travel guide.

Places to Visit From Your Unusual Cottage

One of the many advantages of choosing one of these quirky cottages is the proximity to a wide array of exciting places to visit. Whether you’re craving natural beauty, historic landmarks or cultural experiences, you’ll find it all within easy reach.

Enjoy the soothing sounds of the sea from a charming lighthouse cottage in the beautiful county of Dorset, make yourself at home in a converted windmill or historic railway cottage in Lancashire, or treat yourself to a luxurious escape in a manor house or designer log cabin at the heart of Scotland. With a vast range of unusual holiday cottages with their own sense of unique appeal, you’re guaranteed to find something to meet your needs.

More destinations to visit from your quirky cottage:

Cornwall

Derbyshire

Lake District

New Forest

Pembrokeshire

Sussex

Wales

Types of Unusual Holiday Cottages

Book your getaway to one of these unusual cottages in the UK today! If you’re looking for your four-legged friends to come along on this rare experience with you, take a look at these dog-friendly cottages. Treat yourself to a touch of opulence with a stay at one of these castle rentals or wonderful luxury lodges and log cabins. You can even stay in one of these converted railway carriages. Alternatively, get to your destination without hesitation by securing a quirky last-minute cottage today!