Newsletters and press releases
Peruse the latest updates from Unique Homestays HQ in our Newsletter and Press Release Archive.
Newsletters and press releases from 2021
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Winter wishes
As 2021 draws to a close, we wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for your support during another extraordinary year. We hope that this Christmas brought you together with friends and family to enjoy each other’s company, to share laughter over food and wine, and plot new adventures for the year ahead.
New property arrival - Aurora
Clinging to the cliffs above Freathy, this cosy cabin for two flaunts a front row seat to nature´s changeable moods where days are spent rambling along the South West Coast Path or with toes dipped in sand on the beach below. As the sun sets and starry skies twinkle above, crack open the fizz and sink into the al fresco hot tub.
New property arrival - The Artist´s Retreat
Between the moors and sea in mystical North Cornwall, where folklore and truth twist to forge history, lies a bohemian home festooned in wisteria.
At home with Sarah
As we near the end of 2021 we bring our focus back to our roots and to Unique Homestays founder, Sarah Stanley. Here, she tells us what she thinks makes the perfect homestay, as well as gives an insight into her new home in Cornwall and how she will be spending Christmas.
New property arrival - Heddwen
A Welsh farmhouse with sweeping views of Cardigan Bay in one direction and Mount Snowdon grazing the clouds in the other, Heddwen welcomes visitors with open arms, offering the warm embrace of a grandmother not seen in years.
Green is the new black
We are flipping Black Friday on its head; rather than flash sales or added gifts wrapped in plastic, we will be doubling our donations to Rewilding Britain for any 2021 bookings made up until midnight on Monday 29th November.
Curious escapes
Throw caution to the wind, dive down the rabbit hole and explore wonderlands created by some of Britain´s biggest dreamers.
New property arrival - Pearl´s on Sea
A reinvented coastal shack embodying the spirit of faded glamour, Pearl´s on Sea is brimming with bohemian tempo and just a ten-minute stroll from Winchelsea Beach.
A maximalist Christmas
This month we share homes available over the festive season with more than a hint of va-va-voom, for a Noël like never before.
New property arrival - Little Inka
Tucked within an alpaca farm on the edge of Bodmin Moor, Little Inka pays homage to Cornwall´s founding elements of granite, slate and copper.
New property arrival - The Hatch
Earthen tones, organic textures and sinkable linen sofas; The Hatch is a feast for the senses in the heart of Crantock. Beyond the grounds, Crantock Beach and the South West Coast Path are just a stroll down the lane.
The cosy club
As nature blazes with one last hoorah to the sun before it sinks into a nourishing slumber, it´s time to rest beneath the earth and gather energy to emerge in spring again.
New property arrival - Benetfeld
Ablaze against Berkshire´s green and pleasant fields, new arrival Benetfeld is experiential, immersive and extraordinary.
New property arrival - Amaia
Seemingly floating above the ocean, Amaia emerges from the south Cornwall coast with grace and elegance; its organic wood and silver tones mirroring the view of its private beach below.
New property arrival - Limehouse Cottage
Hidden in a land where mountains, valleys and lakes collide Limehouse Cottage serves up luxury living with one hand and raw, organic beauty with the other.
New property arrival - The Maker´s House
Transporting groups far from the rhythms of everyday life, The Maker´s House´s Mediterranean vibes are reminiscent of lazy hedonistic holidays on Tuscan hills.
Britain in wonderland
From woodlands hiding shining red toadstools to wide expanses of heathered moorland, plunging waterfalls and ridgelines so high one could reach up, grab a cloud and hitch a lift to the moon if they so wished; each odyssey leads to enchantment, every peek into the undergrowth reveals alchemy. Don´t let the love affair with homeland holidays end.
New property arrival - Oska
Echoing the shift of seasons within the surrounding countryside, Oska is a modern home that perfectly blends with its rural North Cornwall surroundings.
New property arrival - Forestkeepers
Designed with family enjoyment in mind, a treehouse and zipwire will captivate the imagination of children, while secluded courtyards hidden within colourful blooms provide the perfect setting for grownups to enjoy a quiet hour sipping coffee.
The great British summer holiday
The summer holidays are here and with foreign travel limited, the UK is seeing a revival of love. Rally the troops and rediscover its marvels next summer in one of our most sought-after properties for 2022.
New property arrival - The Darton
Conjuring all the fond imaginings of what a modern English country escape should be, The Darton is chock-a-block with flagstone floors, inglenook fireplaces and deep velvet sofas tempting long afternoons sipping wine, nose in a good book.
New property arrival - The Sorting Office
Bordered by greenery and with public footpaths through Hampshire´s rolling hills accessed from the garden gate, The Sorting Office is the perfect springboard for rural adventures both small and mighty.
New property arrival - The Summer Folly
Hidden within the grounds of Grimsthorpe Castle and Gardens, this whimsical folly hides a surprising interior of hand-painted frescoes, Moroccan tiles and bursts of sunshine yellow.
New property arrival - Elderwood Manor
A 19th century house which proudly sits between Exmoor and the Hartland Heritage Coast, Elderwood Manor is perfectly placed for Famous-Five style adventures. Through the front door and it´s all sweeping staircases, grand hallways and botanical wallpapers while outside, a hot tub entangled within a giant rhododendron offers magical evenings with unrivaled views of rural Devon.
New property arrival - Deco Beach House
Hiding behind golden sand dunes and swaying grasses in the sheltered cove of Portmellon, Deco Beach House is an unabashed celebration of 1920´s coastal style. Outside, curved walls and a private foreshore await while the interiors are awash with crittall glass doors, antique mirrors and geometric patterns.
New property arrival - Maison Blanche
Graceful, fun and confident without losing sight of tradition, if Maison Blanche were a person, they would be the most charismatic in the room. Tactile and joyous at once, wander through beds of heady lavender, snooze to the soundtrack of birdsong and sink into a burbling hot tub under scintillating skies.
New property arrival - Gulliver´s Hall
Wellness is key at Gulliver´s Hall and whether your days involve hopping between swimming pool, spa and sauna or are spent embracing nature in the expanse of wild woodland, the sunken stone hot tub will be a fine place to conclude the day.
Hedonistic hideouts
This month we invite you to give in to indulgence and explore the homes within our illustrious isles which offer true liberation from everyday routine. Destinations designed for the hedonists.
New property arrival - The Zen Garden
Radiating rest and relaxation, The Zen Garden is a home of two opposing yet harmonious halves; on one side crooked timber beams foraged from abandoned ships crisscross the ceilings, while the other is a contemporary haven.
New property arrival - Dandelion
Open the front door and enter a world of flamboyance and flair, where giant disco balls refract shimmering rainbows and twisting succulents convolute across enormous windows. Sophisticated, playful and ever so elegant, Dandelion is a rambunctious escape for reunions, family gatherings and celebrations.
New property arrival - Fernden Lane
Just an hour by train from both central London and the balmy south coast, this 16th century farmhouse is perfectly placed for enjoying all that England has to offer. On arrival, twisting blooms clambering around mullioned windows extend the prettiest of welcomes, while oodles of country-luxe charm awaits inside.
New property arrival - The Pandy House
Built with eccentricity in its bones and peace in its soul, The Pandy House encompasses the very essence of Snowdonia; elaborate as the National Park´s rich tapestry of valleys, forests and raging rivers, calm as the mountain peaks which sit high in the clouds.
A weddings revival
Farewell matching bridesmaids, adieu neat bouquets and auf wiedersehen jet-lagged elopements on foreign soil; now, the UK weddings scene welcomes style and taste, over-the-top arrangements and foot-stomping parties which will leave wedding couture fraying at the hems.
New property arrival - Clementine House
Within only an hour of London, this large Grade II listed home and its clambering roses are a welcome tonic for anyone looking to escape the city. Clementine House exudes doll´s house charm, with exposed timber beams, blousy florals, pretty china and a powder blue front door.
New property arrival - Kohtalo
With their paths entwined from the very beginning, the owners of Kohtalo first met on this very site on the edge of Exmoor way back when they were children. Now, this sleek modern home is a true manifestation of a life well lived, with furniture, artwork and decor tastefully collected from across the world.
New property arrival - St Quentin´s
As though plucked from the set of a period drama, this Grade I listed country house sits within seven hundred acres of private estate. Encompassing tree avenues, lakes for wild swimming, rewilding schemes and a permaculture-led community farm, St Quentin´s is anything but ordinary.
New property arrival - Fjall
Settled on the hillside of a soaring wooded valley, influenced by Japanese and Scandinavian principles of simple living, Fjall brings together the very best of the world beneath its blackened wood exterior.
The English garden
Over the past 12 months our personal growing spaces, both large and small, have become our sanctuaries away from the world but now, as hospitality reopens, we invite you to kick off your shoes and wander across the cushioned meadows of some of our finest English garden escapes.
New property arrival - Wildwood Holt
Sitting deep in a valley near Cornwall´s illustrious Helford River on the remote Lizard Peninsula, this rustic-luxe riverside cottage is an idyllic retreat. Enveloped in birdsong and cradled by an abundance of scrambling blooms, weary travellers will soon forget any thoughts of city dwelling.
New property arrival - Mesmire
Conceived by a botanical artist, luxury self-catering home Mesmire was designed to draw eyes across the water and embrace every ounce of magic that this secret fold of the Roseland Peninsula has to offer, fusing organic materials, eco-friendly features, and clean living with Scandi styling.
New property arrival - Elissa
Strong in its stature but invitingly cosy on the inside, Elissa is a 120-year-old converted chapel nestled between Stroud and Cirencester, brimming with community tales and rich history.
New property arrival - Harlequin House
Positioned between blossoming orchards on the Rutland border, Harlequin House displays a fusion of texture, colour and designer patterns. Playfully renovated by two sisters, this 120-year-old Edwardian cottage is now the modern-day answer to the quintessential English country escape.
New property arrival - Zephyros
Flaunting views across the Jurassic Coast and the rolling countryside, Zephyros is a contemporary abode with a zingy aesthetic. High ceilings and large windows gives a sense of infinite space, while a sprawling lawn, adventure playground and indoor heated swimming pool ensure that there is enough to keep the whole family entertained.
New property arrival - Alcazar
Once a hunting retreat for Henry VIII when he was courting Anne Boleyn in the early 1500s, this history-laden private home is now available for commercial photoshoots and filming.
Nomadic instinct
As humans, we were born to roam; to follow the seasons and to chase the hunt, to be in motion with the sun, to pack up camp and follow the constellations.
The alchemy of architecture
This month we shine a light on modern homes which ride the wave of trends and evolving lifestyle throughout the ages; homes which work with nature, as if by magic, to truly stand the test of time.
A 2021 love story
2020 was the year we stayed home and fell back in love with tradition. Home-cooked farm produce, paper books you can grasp between your fingers and sustainable staycations were all in high demand. With those elements in mind, we´ve been busy devising inspiration for your post-lockdown escapes. We start the year with a romantic elopement story from the Cornish coast, plus new arrivals and private catering options for your next break away.
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