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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 £401

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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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


for 7 nights £586

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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This fabulous property sits in the Avon valley near Stonehenge. This tranquil setting has woodland and a large garden and the River Avon flowing through it with double bank fly fishing. Amesbury 3.2 miles; Salisbury 10.1 miles; Southampton 33.1 miles. (Ref. 1076792)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1803

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Royal Oak House is a striking detached house with a heated swimming pool, barbecue, and 2-acre garden, located in the village of Motcombe in Dorset. Shaftesbury 3.3 miles; Stonehenge 22.9 miles; Salisbury 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1060629)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room


for 7 nights £2300

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A spectacular, Grade II* listed former pump house nestled in the village of Misterton, Nottinghamshire. Open-plan. Contemporary style. Garden. Original features. WiFi. Lincoln 23 miles; Sheffield 35.4 miles; Peak District 49 miles (Ref. 1056315)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
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for 7 nights £531

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Mickle Trafford Manor is a stunning, detached manor house, full of traditional features and en-suite bedrooms resting in the gorgeous city of Chester. Liverpool 19.1 miles; Manchester 39 miles. (Ref. 1171265)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £2114

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A stunning two-bedroom converted chapel resting in Dorstone, Hereford. Historic. En-suite bedrooms. Near a National Park. Private gardens. Off-road parking. Hay-on-Wye 6.6 miles; Hereford 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1136033)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
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for 7 nights £610

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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
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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £609

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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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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  • Swimming pool
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for 7 nights £1928

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A stunning, newly built, single-storey home in the small village of Germoe near Praa Sands. Contemporary. Open-plan living space. Large garden. Praa Sands 0.8 miles; Marazion 3.6 miles; Helston 5.6 miles; Penzance 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1050475)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV
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for 7 nights £918

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  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This beautiful Victorian townhouse rests in Matlock, Derbyshire. Set over four floors. En-suite in all bedrooms. Games room. Perfect for family gatherings. Matlock Bath 1.6 miles; Bakewell 8.5 miles; Buxton 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1018117)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1597

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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A wonderful Grade II listed converted church resting in Newbiggin, near Middleton-in-Teesdale, in County Durham. Original features. Characterful. Off-road parking. Reverse-level. Barnard Castle 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1066719)

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


for 7 nights £569

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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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)

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for 7 nights £824

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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Stoney Cliffe Farm is a characterful holiday cottage on a working farm near Leek, Derbyshire. Hot tub. Character features. In Peak District National Park. Buxton 10 miles; Ashbourne 18.4 miles. (Ref. 1021995)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £782

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A wonderful semi-detached house resting in Biddlestone, Northumberland. Large enclosed garden. Conservatory. Multi-fuel stove. Rothbury 9.3 miles; Alnwick 17.1 miles. (Ref. 982799)

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for 7 nights £372

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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The Steading is a delightful cottage resting in Terregles, Dumfries and Galloway, boasting a hot tub, pool table, electric fire, Smart TVs and allows pets. Castle Douglas 15.6 miles; Kirkcudbright 24.8 miles; Gretna 27.6 miles. (Ref. 1136492)

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


for 7 nights £972

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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)

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  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £452

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Delightful semi-detached cottage forming part of an oast house in Three Oaks. Peaceful setting. Woodburner. Fabulous area for walking, cycling and exploring. Hastings 4.5 miles. (Ref. 986640)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £563

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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A charming, renovated chapel nestled in the countryside in Horningtoft near North Elmham, Norfolk. Romantic. Mezzanine bedroom. Woodburning stove. Countryside views. Beetley 5.2 miles; East Rudham 9.1 miles; Holt 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1043534)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £422

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A characterful detached Grade II listed watermill set amid the nine acre grounds of the owner’s home, 0.75 miles from the village of Grafton Flyford. Exposed wall and ceiling beams. Original mill-workings. Expansive duck ponds. Pershore 7 miles. (Ref. 930672)

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


for 7 nights £638

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!