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Unusual & Quirky Cottages

Property above: The Oast House, Smarden, Kent (sleeps 6 people)

Scroll down the page to browse through our selection of unusual and quirky self catering holiday cottages. From lighthouses to windmills, old mills to oast houses (as pictured above), our selection of quirky cottages can make for a holiday with a difference!

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  • Beach Sun Retreat, Kent

    Sleeps 4 - 6. Occupying the ground floor of a former hotel, this retreat offers direct access to the sandy beach. ‘Real Sunlight’s’ innovative health-giving sun simulators in the living area provide a multisensory tropical haven. Cinema room, WiFi.

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  • Marbles, Dorset

    Sleeps 4. On a 350-acre country estate with its own private beach, this well-presented 19th-cent holiday home is ideally set for enjoying coastal walks. In the heart of the Rousdon Estate, it lies just ½ mile from the Jurassic Coast. Private chef by arr.

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  • The Old Chapel, Cornwall

    Sleeps 12 - 16. Just 2 miles from lovely sandy beaches of Cornwall, this sophisticated 19th-century granite chapel conversion enjoys unspoilt views from its landing and galleried first-floor living room. This cottage features an open fire.

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  • The Old Bakery, Norfolk

    Sleeps 6. Dating back to the 16th century, the Old Bakery, a wing of the owners’ house, is steeped in history and character. Located in the pretty village of Blo’ Norton, the property boasts its own private outdoor heated swimming pool (May to Sep).

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  • Cheyney Chapel, Herefordshire

    Sleeps 2 - 4. Overlooking a lake, this 16th-century stone chapel is a truly unique property set amidst idyllic scenery. With an abundance of wildlife to enjoy, Cheyney Chapel is also within walking distance of five pubs.

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  • Waterside, Scottish Highlands

    Sleeps 2 - 3. Waterside is a part stone-built detached cottage with unusual turf roof. It enjoys a wonderful shoreside location and is furnished and equipped to the S.T.B. ‘4 Stars’ grading,. Slipway for visitor’s boats. Shop 200-300 yards, pub nearby.

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  • Tinkerbell, Angus

    Sleeps 2. This unique, half-round cottage has been converted from the original dairy and is set on the Balnaboth Estate on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park. River fishing on a 5-mile stretch: trout foc.

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  • Molly's Cottage, Wales

    Sleeps 4. Built in 1678, this pretty half-timbered cottage retains many original features with oak beams throughout..One of a row, it is located in the heart of the small and picturesque medieval border town of Knighton.

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  • Pengwern Old Hall, Wales

    Sleeps 11 - 12. Dating back to the mid 15th century, Pengwern Old Hall is quietly tucked away in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park. In a superb 80 acre setting, this wonderful Manor house retains its late Elizabethan appearance.

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  • Avilion, Wales

    Sleeps 12. With magnificent sea views and overlooking two sandy coves, Avilion is situated in the village of Trearddur Bay. Built in 1912 and based on a French château, it is Grade II listed. Games room in boat house with table tennis, darts, sauna.

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