Best Outdoor Bathtubs
Round-ups
15th September 2020There's something rather magical about an outdoors bath. To lie back and soak surrounded by trees and birdsong, or the sound of the sea, or wild and rugged views is both slightly strange yet incredibly relaxing. Whatever it was you were worrying about, you'll find it just melts away amid the hot water, steam and fresh air. We've chosen some of the very best outdoor bathtubs in the UK where you can wash your troubles away under sunshine or starlight.
15 Beautiful New CoolStays Around the UK
Just Landed
12th September 2020Whatever your perfect getaway looks like - a romantic little cabin by a private wild swimming pond, a super stylish Cornish pad with amazing sea views, a luxurious converted barn in the rolling countryside, or a dreamyu00a0shack-style glamping cabin in the Brecon Beaconsu00a0- we've got something for you. This week we welcome 15 new properties from around the UK, handpicked for their uniqueness, style and charm. Find your next amazing escape right here
We love... Chillderness
Features
10th September 2020Chill out, unplug and unwind in superb style at any one of Childerness's gorgeous properties hidden deep in the Welsh countryside - and one glamorous outpost in the French Alps. Take your pick from unique glamping pods, tree tents, luxury barn conversions or beach-side houses to be found in glorious isolation in the peaceful Powys valleys and Pembrokeshire coastline. Or venture slightly further afield to their luxurious 19th century ski-chalet in private woodland in the French Alps.
CoolStays Guide to the South Downs National Park
Travel Guides
8th September 2020The South Downs National Park sits within three counties in the South East - East and West Sussex, and Hampshire - and stretches for 140km from Winchester to Eastbourne. It is a gigantic swathe of marvellous and varied landscapes that have been shaped by centuries of human habitation.
New to CoolStays - 9 Dreamy UK Getaways
Just Landed
5th September 2020You never forget a holiday spent somewhere special and this week we have nine simply beautiful new properties for a holiday you'll remember always. Perhaps you'd love a romantic break in a cottage on the wild North Cornish coast, a family gathering in a grand old country manor house, or a luxurious wood-fired hot tub glamping trip? However you choose to make holiday memories, we have somewhere special waiting for you.
20 Laid-Back Autumn Getaways
Round-ups
1st September 2020Don't let the sunny days of autumn slip away without booking yourself a little break. A long weekend in a country cottage, a few cosy nights in a shepherds hut, or a seaside stay on the coast - autumn is just perfect for a laid-back getaway; a chance to chill out, recharge and enjoy those final mild and golden afternoons before the weather turns. To give you some autumnal inspiration, we've chosen 20 of our favourite CoolStays around the UK with availability this September and October.
New This Week - 9 Stunning Properties
Just Landed
29th August 2020We're always looking for stylish new holiday properties to bring you and this week we welcome nine stunning escapes to CoolStays. There are eight beautiful places here in the UK - a collection of high quality seaside cottages in Cornwall, a totally luxurious barn conversion in Dorset, a cosy yurt with pool and Tiki bar in Oxfordshire, a peaceful luxury spa in Wales, plus one gorgeous villa on the Greek island of Santorini.
21 CoolStays For Your 2021 Bucket List
Round-ups
25th August 2020This year has caught quite a few of us on the hop, but next year is the chance to really plan ahead and book your perfect escape right here in the UK. The very best properties are already getting snapped up for summer 2021 and we expect demand to be high, so now is the time to get organised. To give you a head start, we've chosen 21 of our favourite UK CoolStays - gorgeous family houses, cottages by the sea, romantic cabins in the woods, luxurious treehouses and glamorous glamping sites - so you can make 2021 the year of your dream staycation.
New This Week - Nine Gorgeous Getaways
Just Landed
21st August 2020Planning a getaway? Looking for inspiration? CoolStays is hell bent on delivering the best holiday rentals there are to your inbox. And this week doesn't disappoint. A treehouse perfect for stargazing, romantic boltholes, family friendly cabins and slick seaside abodes. .
We love... New Forest Escapes
Features
20th August 2020An eclectic collection of houses that provide very special retreats, just 2 hours from London. Booking up fast for Autumn, these places are set up for tranquillity, family adventures and big celebrations.
New to CoolStays This Week
Just Landed
15th August 2020Looking for somewhere amazing to stay? You've come to the right place. At CoolStays we specialise in tracking down the coolest and most unique holiday properties in the UK and beyond. And this week we are proud to welcome 6 incredible new places to stay. There's a converted 1960s bus; a hill-top cabin and hot tub with breathtaking views; some simply stunning country cottages; a cosy converted barn, and a glorious glamping site.
The North Coast 500
Travel Guides
11th August 2020The North Coast 500 is the road trip of a life-time. And what's more it's pretty much right on our doorstep taking in the wild and glorious scenery of the Highlands of Northern Scotland
We Love Mirefoot Cottages
Features
13th August 2020Mirefoot is a bespoke collection of five self-catering cottages complete with luxurious spa facilities and indoor pool, set within the glorious landscape of the Lake District.
Ultimate Staycation Properties
Round-ups
4th August 2020If you're after some staycation inspiration, we've selected 20 of the very best holiday properties in the UK for a luxurious family getaway. You'll have to book ahead to bag a stay at one of these amazing places - some of them are already filling up for next summer. Maybe you missed out on a holiday this year, or you and your family need a treat to look forward to next summer - just pick your favourite from our list of ultimate staycation properties and start planning your dream escape.
New This Week - 12 Unique CoolStays
Just Landed
7th August 2020We only work with the most unique, stylish and downright gorgeous holiday properties on the market - and this week we welcome some real gems. These 12 beautiful holiday rentals around the UK are the stuff of staycation dreams. There's a luxurious family-sized barn conversion in Powys, a glamping escape in Wrexham, a snug barn for two in deepest Dorset, a unique wooden cabin in mid-Wales and lots more. Find your next amazing escape right here!
The Cutest Cottages for Autumn
Round-ups
30th July 2020It might be hot right now, but when the nights start to get a little chillier and the days a little shorter, it's time to start thinking about an autumn staycation. We've chosen 20 of our favourite cottages around the UK with availability in late September, October and November. Just perfect for country walks in the mild autumn afternoons, and cosy evenings with a glass of wine in front of the wood-burning stove.
8 New CoolStays Around the UK
Just Landed
25th July 2020Just landed on CoolStays this week are eight stylish and stunning UK holiday properties. Some - Folly Gill and By the Wye - still have a little bit of summer availability left, whereas others you'll need to plan ahead for. Whatever your dream holiday - a family get-together in a grand country house, a stay in cute thatched cottage, or a romantic trip for two to a cabin with a hot tub - you'll find inspiration for your next staycation here.
20 Late Summer Stays
Round-ups
20th July 2020Make summer last a little longer at one of these 20 CoolStays which have availability in late August and early September. We've chosen some of our favourite holiday properties around the UK - from cottages by the sea, to luxurious family farmhouses, to romantic wooden cabins - which are free for an Indian summer staycation.
New to CoolStays - 7 incredible UK properties
Just Landed
18th July 2020At CoolStays we select only the very best holiday properties around - and new to our site this week are seven beautiful places you can stay in the UK. Take your pick from a rustic country cabin, a cool mid-century house in a walled garden (still with some August availability folks!) a grand Georgian townhouse - and lots more. Find your next amazing getaway right here.
We Love Yorkshire Escapes
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16th July 2020Stay among the glorious hills and dales of North Yorkshire in style at one of Yorkshire Escape's luxurious properties. This collection of handsome farmhouses, converted barns and country manors offers the perfect rural getaway. Spend the day out exploring the beautiful Dales, then back to your traditional stone-built Yorkshire property, with its open fires, deep sofas and soft beds - ideal for a gorgeous summer staycation, or a dream family Christmas.