Fun Family Stays for Half Term

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These fabulous family CoolStays are all available for three nights or more this February half term. Do you fancy a trip to a rugged lighthouse, a cosy country log cabin, a Scandinavian forest treetop hideaway, or maybe a stay on an urban barge floats your boat? Whatever your style, you can find somewhere fun and unique for all the family.

New CoolStays This Week - 1st Feb 2020

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Looking for somewhere that's got the wow factor - a holiday property with a little something special? Well you've come to the right place. New to CoolStays this week we are excited to welcome an incredible collection of treetop cabins in Norway; a delightfully dinky little wooden cabin in North Wales; a luxurious castle in Scotland; a dazzling five-star thermal spa in the Lake District; a clifftop house with stunning sea views in Cornwall - and lots more!

20 Alternative Cool Destinations

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Off the beaten track and away from the crowds, those in the know will be heading for these alternative destinations in 2020. Treetop hideaways in the forests of Scandinavia; breathtaking camping under the Northern Lights; luxurious lodges with hot tubs beside the sparkling waters of Slovenian mountain rivers, or maybe just a little cabin on your own private lake-island. Get inspired with our 20 alternative CoolStays.

15 Romantic Retreats for Valentine's Day

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It's time to get romantic at one of these divine CoolStays, perfect for two - and still available over the Valentine's weekend. Treat that special someone to a stay at somewhere almost as gorgeous as they are - a snug wooden cabin with a log burner, a treehouse with an outdoor shower, a strange and luxurious cave-house, a cosy little cottage with rolling ocean views. Find your unique Valentine's getaway here.

New CoolStays This Week - 25th Jan 2020

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We've tracked down some exciting new places to stay - a lighthouse cottage on a remote Scottish island, stylish treehouses in the forests of Slovenia, a snug shepherds hut perfect for star-gazing, a romantic country barn just for two, some gorgeous sun-drenched Spanish villas - and lots more. Find your next extraordinary getaway here!

20 Hottest CoolStays in Spain

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This warm and generous country has just about everything you could wish for from a holiday destination - summer sunshine, miles of sandy beaches, mountains, forests, vineyards and vibrant cities. If all this amazing variety has you stuck on where to start, don't worry. Here are 20 of our favourite Spanish holiday escapes, from bright whitewashed villas with cool pools, to jaw-dropping contemporary pads, to ancient cave houses.

New CoolStays This Week - 18th Jan 2020

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Fresh to the CoolStays collection this week you'll find the perfect villa for a family holiday in the sunshine, a totally cosy Cornish shepherd's hut with beautiful views, a glamper's paradise in the foothills of Snowdonia, a high-spec contemporary home overlooking Coniston Water - and lots more. Find your next unique getaway here!

Best of the Balearics

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The Balearic Islands have it all - legendary nightlife, beautiful beaches, historic old towns and quaint little fishing villages. Whether you want a wild time, or peace and quiet, you'll find the perfect spot on one of these sun-kissed islands. Check out 15 of our favourite CoolStays on Ibiza and Majorca - including stunning, stylish townhouses, traditional whitewashed casas with Mediterranean gardens and sparkling blue swimming pools, and the gorgeous villa which has played host to both Kylie and Kate Moss.

10 of the Best CoolStays in Portugal

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Cool and laid-back with miles of gorgeous coastline, Portugal is the perfect destination for warm sandy beaches, striking landscape, windswept dunes, and delicious food. To inspire your 2020 Portuguese getaway, here are 10 of our favourite CoolStays in Portugal - including stunning contemporary villas, windmills and a surf bus.

New CoolStays This Week - 11th Jan 2020

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Looking for somewhere a little bit different? We have 15 totally unique and stylish new CoolStays properties for you this week - including a beautiful lake-side cabin in Cumbria, a quirky treehouse with a hot tub in Somerset, luxurious beach huts in Sussex, glamorous glamping in Italy, a Spanish cave house, a loch-side lodge with an amazing treehouse - and lots more!

Top 20 CoolStays in Italy

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15 Incredible CoolStays in Croatia

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Croatia is the hidden holiday gem of Europe, with its beautiful forests, miles of sandy beaches, secret islands and ancient towns. Enjoy vibrant nightlife, historic buildings and Game of Thrones location spotting in Split and Dubrovnik, or island-hop among the dozens of islets scattered along the glittering blue waters of Croatia's coastline. And we've got the best places to stay while you're doing it - from super cool villas, to lighthouses on your own private island, to converted castles, to beach-side glamping.

10 Gorgeous Greek CoolStays

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Gorgeous whitewashed villas, little fishing villages, golden sandy beaches and plenty of good food and wine - Greece is the perfect place to relax, unwind and soak up the sunshine. We've chosen 10 of our favourite Greek CoolStays - from big family villas to little hideaways just for two. Find your perfect Greek getaway here!

New CoolStays This Week - 21st Dec 2019

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New to CoolStays this festive season - some fabulous country pubs, perfect for a lazy long weekend away; a beautiful little boat for two, moored in a Devon estuary; some cosy wooden cabins complete with hot tubs in the glorious Welsh countryside; a luxurious Cornish barn conversion just right for a fun family getaway - and lots more!

New CoolStays This Week - 14th December 2019

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New to CoolStays this week - super snug cabins with luxurious hot tubs, gorgeous villas in Italy and the sunny south of France, a Kentish barn with amazing interiors, a romantic boathouse, Somerset meadow glamping, family-friendly farm lodges with cool geodesic domes - and lots more!

Enjoy a Magical Stay in Cornwall's Hidden Valley this Festive Season

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Fancy a festive stay in Vellandreath Valley, hidden away on the wild and beautiful Cornish coast? You'll find a selection of gorgeously cosy and snug little cottages, all with direct access to the sands of Sennen beach. And still with festive availability, it's just perfect for a magical family Christmas or an unforgettable New Year.

20 of the Best CoolStays in France

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Tucked away in the sleepy French countryside, beside the sea or in a sun-drenched village - your perfect French holiday property awaits. We've chosen 20 of the best CoolStays in France, from incredible chateaux to lake-side cabins, to bubble domes, to windmills, to beach-side villas. Book yourself a gorgeous French getaway.

New CoolStays This Week - 7 Dec 2019

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We're heading for the trees this week, with a fabulous Sussex treehouse, a cabin in the Danish forest and a woodland glamping pod all new to CoolStays this week. Plus a shepherd's hut with spectacular Cotswolds views, a majestic Majorca villa, a beach-front party pad in Kent, a pretty Dorset cottage and lots more. Find your next extraordinary getaway right here!

20 Incredible Escapes in the Highlands & Islands

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Out in the wild and magnificent landscape of Scotland's Highlands and Islands are perched some of the most stunning holiday properties in the UK. These beautiful buildings have it all - breathtaking views, splendid tranquillity and snug, stylish interiors. We've chosen 20 of our favourites to inspire your next Highlands and Islands escape.

25 Best CoolStays for Your Next Family Holiday

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What makes the perfect family villa? An amazing pool, stylish interiors, a beautiful location - all three? Whatever it is, we've chosen 25 CoolStays properties around Europe which we think are pretty darn close to the dream family getaway. Choose your favourite from our list and start planning your 2020 holiday.