A bed and breakfast within 13th century castle grounds? Don’t mind if I do! Located in Kent, Hever Castle was once the seat of the Boleyn family and today is a beautifully preserved museum. King Henry VIII’s second wife, Anne Boleyn, spent her early youth here and the castle was ...

Located in a gorgeous 14th century castle in Northumberland, England, Langley Castle Hotel is your childhood fantasy come true. Whether you dreamed of being a princess or a knight fighting off the dragon, this place is sure to tickle your imagination. The rooms have a truly regal touch to them ...

Sophisticated, stunning, and set along the sea, Drakes of Brighton is a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel located in Brighton, England. With just 20 bedrooms, guests will feel as if they’re staying in their own private, luxurious home that offers views of the bright blue English Channel. In fact, the atmosphere is ...

In Wales there are a lot of stone Victorian public buildings that are no longer used. Rather than tear them down people have been converting them into homes. Capel Pentwyn is such a property and is available to hire for self-catering groups. Revamped while keeping original features, the interior is ...

This elegant Scottish estate was recently acquired by tennis star Andy Murray who grew up in nearby Dunblane in an effort to recreate the golden age of grand country living. This secluded destination is situated on 34 acres of woodlands and gardens complete with a private loch. Guests are offered ...

You may forget you’re just an hour and a half drive from London in this cozy upscale hotel set in the heart of the New Forest National Park. Lime Wood is the perfect secluded escape if you’re looking to get out of the city’s hustle and bustle for a bit. ...

With 84 guest rooms and an affiliation with the Green Tourism Business Scheme, Auchrannie is a getaway found in the village of Brodick on the Isle of Arran, off the west coast of Scotland. This family-owned resort offers two four star hotels, a traditional House Hotel, Spa Resort and thirty ...

Located just a short walk away from the city centre of Bath (UK), this luxury hotel and spa is set in an 1835 Georgian manor in a residential area. Privately owned, this country house hotel built on land once owned by The Priory of Bath Abbey, is warm and welcoming ...

Located in the beautiful countryside of Hampshire, England, this is not your typical treehouse. Each treehouse includes two suites in an elevated tree canopy with lovely forest views. With an outdoor hot tub, kitchenette and marble-floored bathroom with a freestanding bath, guests will not want to leave these environmentally friendly ...

All aboard! No longer a working railway, Alton Station provides a unique chance for guests to conduct their own adventures in a whimsical setting. Originally built in 1849, Alton Station differs from other stations along the North Staffordshire Railway (NSR) in its Italianate style (most were Tudor or Jacobean). Refurbished ...

No matter your age, you can feel like you’re in university again by staying in an Oxford University room. With no exams to worry about, you’ll find these self-catered/bed and breakfast rooms to be centrally located with year-round availability; though you may be keen to book in advance as rooms ...

Located in Ipswich, United Kingdom, the Salthouse Harbour Hotel offers contemporary rooms with quirky furnishings, colorful decor and local artwork featured throughout. Set on a waterfront, the building dates back to the 1800s when it once served as a merchant’s warehouse. Original features such as arched windows and iron columns ...

Hippies rejoice! This converted 1968 240-square foot bedford bus is located near Hay-on Wye in the Welsh borders. Powered solely by solar rays, this bus sits in a serene area with views of the rolling green hills over the Herefordshire countryside. Travelers will find this bus to be equipped with ...

If you’re an adventure seeker who isn’t afraid of heights, this house could be your next vacation spot. Located in Newquay, Cornwall in Great Britain, this house is completely surrounded by water and get this - it can only be reached by crossing a 90 foot-high suspension bridge! The interior ...

Located in the United Kingdom’s Cornwall County, this 1860s Cornish piggery is now a luxury cottage close to Perranporth beach and Goonhavern on the north Cornwall coast. The Libertine can accommodate two guests and caters to your every need. From hand-picked seasonal wines to spa treatments and in-house catering, Libertine ...

Certainly not a traditional hotel, the Ecopod Retreat offers guests a stay in one of two pods tucked away in a birch woodland setting in Scotland. Both light-filled domes are over 750 square feet and offer views of Castle Stalker (named from the Gaelic Stalcaire which means hunter or falconer) ...

An old church dating back to 1843 now houses a quaint bed and breakfast in the small village of Urquhart, Scotland. The gallery of the church has been replaced by a spacious lounge and dining room under the original church ceiling. Travelers can make use of two public lounges, one ...

A water tower was built in 1923. It stored 50,000 gallons of water pumped from a local well ready to distribute water around the local area. The original water tower was an ugly structure so the architects had the magnificent idea of making it look like a cottage on top ...

Ever wondered if the Britain of Beatrix Potter still exists? If there still are parts of the island where people still live in harmony? Gentle countryside living is what you will get when you stay in the Black Mountain Yurt. Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, your yurt ...

The Tulloch Castle Hotel is what is left of the 12th century Tulloch Castle. Many original features are retained in the hotel, like the castle’s walls, the Great Hall, fireplaces and ceilings. Many years ago only a Chief of the Clan or Laird could stay in such a prominent castle ...

The Old Smock Mill was originally constructed in the beginning of the 19th century. The aim of the recent renovation was to keep as much of the original workings as possible. Around the first floor runs the newly re-built exterior oak staging, which can be used as a balcony to ...

As you approach the Ardanaiseig Hotel, you can feel the magic and lore of the Scottish highlands. Located on the shores of Loch Awe and in the shadow of Ben Cruachan, the land on which the hotel stands is steeped in local myths and legends. As you walk the halls ...