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Unique luxury cottage escapes to inspire

From stylish homes by the sea in Cornwall to wilderness retreats in Scotland and solo adventures between rolling hills in Wales, a luxury cottage break with Unique Homestays is anything but ordinary.

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    2025

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    Dog-Friendly Escapes - Collections

    Dog-Friendly Escapes

    Luxury self-catering for dog-friendly escapes, these coastal cottages and country retreats are designed with discerning hounds in mind.

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    Luxury Homes with Pools - Collections

    Luxury Homes with Pools

    Feel the heat? Choose from our luxury holiday homes with swimming pools. Indoors, outdoors, heated, natural... we have them all.

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    Luxury Homes with Hot Tubs - Collections

    Luxury Homes with Hot Tubs

    Plot your escape to one of these exclusive, hand-picked luxury self-catering cottages with hot tubs for a truly relaxing and rejuvenating break.  

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    Luxury Homes with a Private Chef - Collections

    Luxury Homes with a Private Chef

    From occasion-celebrating menus to fully-catered stays, our carefully selected chefs create bespoke menus for those seeking a more relaxed stay.

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    Eco-Friendly Escapes - Collections

    Eco-Friendly Escapes

    Our luxury eco-friendly retreats include a beach hut Cornwall and a coastal cabin in Scotland. Good for the soul, and the planet.

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    Baby-Friendly Breaks - Collections

    Baby-Friendly Breaks

    For families with a baby on board, our unique baby-friendly breaks provide luxury self-catering with safety, comfort and parents in mind.

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    Secret Garden Escapes - Collections

    Secret Garden Escapes

    Our unique garden escapes feature woodland hideaways, secret garden cottages and exclusive private homes in Alice in Wonderland estates.

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    Pet-Free Holiday Cottages - Collections

    Pet-Free Holiday Cottages

    Our collection of pet-free holiday cottages, designed with relaxation in mind, offers UK stays where peace and quiet are a guarantee.

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    Electric Car Escapes - Collections

    Electric Car Escapes

    If you are looking for an eco-friendly holiday that supports your electric or hybrid car, these sustainable luxury properties will be just the ticket.

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    Size

    Couples´ Retreats - Collections

    Couples´ Retreats

    From Valentine´s breaks to honeymooner´s hideaways, these luxury cottages were designed for couples with romance in mind.

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    Family-Friendly Self-Catering - Collections

    Family-Friendly Self-Catering

    Unique family-owned homes creatively designed with relaxation in mind, our luxury child-friendly holiday cottages offer stress-free escapes. 

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    Large Self-Catering Groups - Collections

    Large Self-Catering Groups

    Our larger luxury self-catering homes and big country houses are just the ticket for a celebratory luxury group gathering.

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    Alternative Group Option - Collections

    Alternative Group Option

    Alternative holiday cottages for groups. Stay as a small group in one of our luxury self-catering holiday homes with our alternative group option.

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    Luxury Solo Travel - Collections

    Luxury Solo Travel

    Indulge in a little me time and create your own itinerary with an independent solo travel experience at an inspiring luxury homestay.

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    Location

    Coastal Retreats - Collections

    Coastal Retreats

    From modern beach houses to bohemian self-catering cottages by the sea, spend days watching the waves in one of our luxury coastal cottages.

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    Holiday homes within 3 hours of London - Collections

    Holiday homes within 3 hours of London

    Plotting a restful escape from the city? These luxury coastal and country retreats within three hours’ drive of London are just the ticket.

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    Waterside Living - Collections

    Waterside Living

    Experience the charm and tranquility of living on the water´s edge at these unique waterside properties set by lochs, lakes, rivers or beaches.

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    Wilderness Stays - Collections

    Wilderness Stays

    Idyllic hideaways perfect for wild food foragers and barefoot wanderers, our wilderness stays combine remote settings with natural style.

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    Other

    New Arrivals - Collections

    New Arrivals

    Be the first to see what´s soon to be joining the portfolio as well as the newest additions to our unique, hand-picked collection. 

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    Film and Photoshoot Locations - Collections

    Film and Photoshoot Locations

    Whether you want a unique film shoot backdrop or luxury venue for a new product launch, these shoot and stay locations are one of a kind.

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    Flexible Breaks - Collections

    Flexible Breaks

    With flexible check-in days and durations available at these luxury UK homes, you can enjoy the chance to holiday your way.

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    Corporate Events - Collections

    Corporate Events

    Our unique corporate event venues promise creative settings for inspired company retreats, ideal for team-building or company rewards.

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    Limited Release - Collections

    Limited Release

    Seize the opportunity to stay in one of these exclusive private homes, available for only a select few weeks each year.

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    Occasions

    Last-Minute Luxury Breaks - Collections

    Last-Minute Luxury Breaks

    Inspiration for impromptu getaways, our luxury cottages and retreats offer indulgent impulse escapes without the planning.

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    Honeymoons - Collections

    Honeymoons

    Start married life with the ultimate romantic honeymoon in a luxury retreat, from cosy cottages to beach hideaways.

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    Valentine´s Breaks - Collections

    Valentine´s Breaks

    Unique Valentine´s Day breaks for a get-away-from-it-all adventure, from iconic beach huts to remote woodland cabins for two.

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    Luxury Christmas Breaks - Collections

    Luxury Christmas Breaks

    Real homes packed with personality, our exclusive Christmas breaks offer atmospheric venues for vibrant gatherings.

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    Luxury New Year Breaks - Collections

    Luxury New Year Breaks

    Grand homes and romantic cottages across the nation, all perfect for hosting New Year´s parties or quiet get-togethers.

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    Elopement Weddings - Collections

    Elopement Weddings

    Whether a luxury home by the sea or grand country manor, run away to enjoy the elopement wedding of your dreams at a unique private home.

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    Wellness Retreats - Collections

    Wellness Retreats

    Wellbeing venues with a difference, take exclusive hire of a private home for your next wellbeing, fitness or yoga retreat.

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    Unique Hen Weekends - Collections

    Unique Hen Weekends

    For sophisticated brides wanting an alternative hen weekend its got to be Unique Homestays. Think yoga barns, swimming pools and disco balls.

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    Style

    Country House Breaks - Collections

    Country House Breaks

    Our exclusive collection of country houses includes luxury manor houses, opulent mansions with pools and beautiful private estates.

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