23 Unusual Places to Stay

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Looking for somewhere a bit different? Here are 23 of our most quirky Coolstays, from a house designed by Grayson Perry, to a glamping helicopter.

Winter by the Sea

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We love winter by the sea. Blustery walks on empty beaches, then back to the warmth of the sofa and the stove - happy times.

New on Coolstays

Just Landed

A luxury wigwam next door to a leopard enclosure (don't worry it's very sturdy), a coastal retreat with the beach at the bottom of the garden, a cosy and colourful Yorkshire cottage - and lots more!

15 Amazing Places to Spend New Year

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17 Fresh New Places to Stay

Just Landed

Drumroll please for one of Britain's best treehouses, plus a stunning cabin beside the beach, a Welsh farmhouse with a rock 'n' roll history, a fairytale Cornish cottage - and lots more!

Different types of cabins

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From classic log cabins to modern converted shipping containers, the world of cabins is wide and varied. In this guide we’ve outlined some of our favourite types of cabins. Take a look and see if you can find some inspiration for your next staycation.

Dog-Friendly Cabins

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Book an escape your dog will love as much as you do. Walks in the woods, fresh air, miles of countryside, a pub lunch then back to your snug cabin for a nap by the fire. Paw-fect.

22 New Places to Stay

Just Landed

Eco-friendly treehouses hidden in Welsh woods, a chic Camber Sands beach house, a Scandi-style cabin on the Isle of Lewis's wild Atlantic coast

Welsh Mountain Hideaways

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Want to really get away from it all? Head for the hills with a wild and remote hideaway in the Welsh mountains.

This Week's New Coolstays

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Brand new cabins in rural Mid-Wales, a wine lover's lodge, a WW2 pumping station with a new lease on life, a dainty Cornish cottage, a secret spot for a romantic retreat  - and lots more!

10 Properties for a Dream Christmas

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Cotswolds cottages with strong The Holiday vibes, lighthouses, converted churches, and a mini castle - which will you pick? 

Cottages for a Winter Break

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Fire alight, snuggled on the sofa, listening to the rain outside. This could be you if you plan a winter's escape to a snug country cottage. Here are 21 cosy boltholes to inspire you.  

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Just Landed

A dream treehouse hidden in Devon woods, an awesome mega-house on a South Downs country estate, a sunbaked Italian trullo, a zen cabin by a lake in Ceredigion - and lots more!

Snug Scottish Cabins

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Time to plan your escape to the wilds of Scotland for a few days tramping the hills, looking at the stars and soaking in a wood-fired hot tub.

Places to Stay by the River Wye

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18 of the loveliest holiday properties along the glorious River Wye and in the Wye Valley AONB.

19 New Places to Stay

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Waterfall wild swimming at a Herefordshire cabin, a Kentish lighthouse keeper's cottage and a swish London penthouse with epic views

Places with Awesome Interiors

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You won't forget the place with the spiral slide, the life-size sculptures, the secret door, or the tree growing through the middle of the room.

Best dog-friendly staycations in the UK

Travel Guides

If you and the family are taking your pooch along on a staycation on these beautiful isles, then you’ll want to ensure you go somewhere that everyone is going to love, including your furry friend. That’s why we’ve taken time to put together a list of some of our favourite dog-friendly holiday spots in the UK.

Luxury Cabins for Special Occasions

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Looking for a somewhere a bit special for a birthday, anniversary, or just a little treat? Check out these 21 gorgeous luxury cabins, perfect for getting away from it all, together. 

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Just Landed

High-spec pods on a Welsh hillside, a Kent cottage by the beach, a dream house in deepest Devon, an epic getaway with cinema, pool and four hot tubs - and lots more!