Book Self-Catering Holidays in Quirky Holiday Cottages
Fancy a self-catering holiday in a quirky and unusual holiday property? Who wouldn’t say no to a holiday with friends in a luxury lighthouse or a beautifully restored Napoleonic Fort?
Search here to find an architecturally unique holiday cottage for a more than usually memorable holiday with family or friends. The UK has a splendid choice of distinctive and unusual character cottages appealing to those looking for something slightly different from a traditional house.
While quirky cottages are not the ‘everyday’ holiday property, they still offer the same standards, facilities, and amenities you would expect to find in any decent holiday property worth its salt. Types of out-of-the-ordinary holiday lets include (but are not limited to):
- Lighthouses
- Windmills
- Restored railway stations and carriages
- Castles and Forts.
- Shepherds Huts
- Narrow Boats
- Tree-houses
- Signal boxes
- Follies
View this collection of distinctive holiday properties to find one with that ‘must-stay’ funky factor for a long holiday or just a weekend break.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 3
Sham Castle is a beautiful waterside cottage located near the village of Acton Burnell in Shropshire. With three bedrooms, it offers stunning views of the lake and is surrounded by lovely gardens. The cottage sits atop a rocky knoll and boasts original quarry tile floors. The drawing room features oak floors and arched windows, providing a perfect view of the serene surroundings
- Sleeps
- 14
- Bedrooms
- 5
Ddol Helyg Farmhouse is a large and spacious North Wales holiday cottage near Llanberis. It is situated on the grounds of the owner's 30-acre livery yard on the edge of the village of Llanrug in the Snowdonia National Park.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Bridlecott is a delightful rural cottage in Monksilver, offering the best of both worlds: the picturesque Somerset countryside and the stunning coastline. The property, situated on the edge of Exmoor National Park, is a paradise for walkers. It boasts ample grounds, spacious rooms, an open-plan layout, and access to a charming English country village.
- Sleeps
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
Elderbank is a Peak District cottage for couples. The romantic Derbyshire holiday cottage lies in a quiet rural backwater in the pretty Derbyshire village of Bradwell, among many Peak District walks and attractions. It features traditional exposed beams and a spacious bedroom with a feature fireplace.
- Sleeps
- 10
- Bedrooms
- 5
Manor Farm is a Grade-II listed Gloucestershire farmhouse set in the hamlet of Grafton, with beautiful views of Bredon Hill and the Cotswolds. The pet-friendly cottage sleeps 10 & offers guests antique furnishings, rustic charm, wood-burning stoves, furnished outdoor areas and style.
- Sleeps
- 14
- Bedrooms
- 6
Ingleside is a large Gloucestershire holiday cottage on the outskirts of the Forest of Dean near Westbury Ingleside sleeps 14 in 6 bedrooms with 4 bathrooms plus ample living space, including a sunroom and games room. The enclosed garden includes a bike store and BBQ facilities.
- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 4
15 Waters Edge: Your Seaside Holiday Haven in Banff, Aberdeenshire
Nestled on the edge of Banff Bay, 15 Waters Edge is more than just a holiday cottage – it's a fantastic detached property in a prime waterside location perfect for your next unforgettable getaway with family or friends. This large waterside holiday cottage sleeping 8 has all the charm and amenities you need to make your trip truly special, all within the enchanting Mory Firth coastal town of Banff.
- Sleeps
- 10
- Bedrooms
- 4
Boundcliffe is a large holiday cottage in a rural location in North Yorkshire Moors. It sleeps ten people in four bedrooms in the village of Allerston near Pickering. It is a spacious, traditional Farmhouse that makes a marvellous countryside base for families or friends. Pets are welcome.
- Sleeps
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3
Family-friendly Pippenwell Cottage at Farditch Farm is a luxury Peak District holiday cottage amidst beautiful rural surroundings in Derbyshire. This dog-friendly cottage sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms (1 en-suite) in a high-quality barn conversion.