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    4.7

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A charming, studio log cabin on elevated ground, based in the village of Glenboig near Coatbridge. Far-reaching views. Perfect for couples. Ample off-road parking. Glasgow 12.2 miles; Stirling 20.1 miles. (Ref. 982863)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom


for 7 nights £317

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  • Sleeps23
  • Bedrooms11
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A beautiful Victorian house lying amidst the hills in the Yorkshire Dales National Park in Sedbergh. Woodburning stove. Two hot tubs. Ideal for large families. Incredible views. Kendal 12.3 miles; Hawes 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1022219)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
  • 5% off - Fri 13th Feb to 6th Mar 2026


for 7 nights £4511

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

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A beautiful first floor apartment, part of the wonderful Mar Lodge Estate in the Cairngorms National Park, Scotland. Dog-friendly. Large estate grounds. Off-road parking. Braemar 4.2 miles; Ballater 20.9 miles; Aberdeen 60.8 miles. (Ref. 1060444)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £694

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.5

    Outstanding

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The Beach Apartment is a welcoming, ground-floor apartment resting in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, with open-plan living and gorgeous ocean views. Sunderland 6.7 miles; Newcastle-upon-Tyne 13 miles. (Ref. 1170829)

  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £406

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.4

    Good

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An idyllic stone cottage set in the hamlet of Hutcherleigh near Blackawton, Devon. Romantic getaway. Countryside setting. All-ground-floor. Totnes 8.4 miles; Dartmouth 9.9 miles; Salcombe 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1064718)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom


for 7 nights £298

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Ty Crwn, a plush pet-friendly Celtic roundhouse nestled near Lampeter in Ceredigion, with stunning views from the hot tub, copper bath and a fire pit. Carmarthen 23.1 miles; Aberystwyth 22.4 miles; Cardigan 26.3 miles. (Ref. 1136441)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £712

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A special, converted old chapel resting in the village of Bream, close to the Forest of Dean. Open-plan living. Ideal for families. Garden patio. Coleford 4.2 miles; Lydney 3.4 miles. (Ref. 1071356)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £825

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A wonderful barn conversion resting in the village of Upper Seagry, near Malmesbury, in Wiltshire. Wood-fired hot tub. Off-road parking. Games room. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Chippenham 5.4 miles; Cirencester 17.2 miles. (Ref. 1044786)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room


for 7 nights £1476

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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This delightful detached cottage is located in Noss Mayo, Devon. Terrace. Open-plan living. WiFi. Water activities and each short walk away. Newton Ferrers 1 mile; Plymouth 10 miles. (Ref. 1007669)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 5% off - Fri 27th Feb to 3rd Apr 2026


for 7 nights £586

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub


for 7 nights £411

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

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This fascinating, single-storey, fairy-style accommodation is tucked away in Llanfair Caereinion, Powys. Hot tub. Lovely views. Open-plan. Welshpool 13.7 miles. (Ref. 1091671)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub


for 7 nights £830

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Stone barn conversion near New Quay, with its own private hot tub. Open plan sitting & dining. Kitchen. woodland and wildlife pond. Close to Aberaeron, Aberystwyth and Cardigan. (Ref. 1035677)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £637

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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This historic holiday cottage rests in Llantilio Pertholey near Mardy, Wales. Traditional interior. Woodburning stove. Private garden with barbecue. WiFi. Mardy 2.3 miles; Monmouth 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1048686)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £604

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A lovely semi-detached house found in the quaint seaside village of Dinas Cross in Sir Benfro. EV charging. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Newport 3.1 miles; Cardigan 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1076594)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV


for 7 nights £726

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Shore View is a delightful, two-bedroom, semi detached house situated in the village of Grange over Sands, Cumbria. Sea views. Enclosed garden. WiFi. Cartmel 2 miles; Lake Windermere 8 miles. (Ref. 942586)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £475

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wonderfully renovated sandstone cottage resting in Ruthin, North Wales. WiFi. Underfloor heating. Smart TV. En-suite. Hot tub. Enclosed garden. Llangollen 16.7 miles; Bala 22.7 miles; Chester 24.8 miles; Betws-y-Coed 25.5 miles. (Ref. 1071997)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £718

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub


for 7 nights £343

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Weirglodd, a delightful holiday pod close to Cyffylliog in Denbighshire, North Wales. Hot tub. Rural views. Romantic setting. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Bala 18.3 miles; Llangollen 20 miles; Betws-y-Coed 20.5 miles; Chester 30.5 miles. (Ref. 1159392)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine
  • Games room


for 7 nights £745

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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The Mill is a lovely, detached cottage nestled in the outskirts of Lostwithiel, Cornwall, boasting a woodburning stove and stunning countryside views. Bodmin 4.8 miles; Fowey 8 miles. (Ref. 1168665)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £536

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A first class holiday cottage situated in the famous town of Haworth, the home of the Bronte sisters. Woodburner. AGA. WiFi. Copper bath. Character features throughout. Skipton 10 miles. (Ref. 30156)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £460

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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, one of these cottages with pool tables or one of these cottages with snooker tables if you're after a property with on-site entertainment. For something homely and unqiue, why not stay in one of these welcoming pub accommodations, where you can enjoy a relaxing drink just a few steps from your door?

Alternatively, get to your destination without hesitation by securing a quirky last-minute cottage today.

Or, if you're after something quirky with a luxurious touch, consider taking a look at these shepherd huts in the UK and glamping pods with hot tubs too!