Welcome to Unique Homestays
Holidays matter.
They are our lifeline to sanity, a chance to step away from everyday life and reconnect with the people we love; a time to relax, to be the real us, or indeed to be whoever we want to be. Unique Homestays have curated a collection of the UKs most exclusive luxury cottages, for a unique self-catering experience that ensures the magic lasts long after the holiday ends.
Latest arrivals
Salterton
Trelights, Port Isaac, Cornwall, UK
A luxury Victorian manor in Trelights, near the harbour of Port Isaac in Cornwall, Salterton is a period home with a modern edit. Made for a new kind of seaside retreat, it comes complete with a pool, and is moments from the freshest catch.
Enkel
Reydon, Southwold, Suffolk, UK
This luxury flat-roofed pavilion near the seaside town of Southwold in Suffolk is the poster child for transitional design; an architect-designed Miesian longhouse with a studio cinema room, a sauna, and interiors with art gallery aesthetics.
Nyssa
Originally a stable block, Nyssa is "positive energy architecture" embodied; a bohemian home in green Colton, a charming chapter of Norfolk, this luxury farmhouse comes complete with a yoga studio, sound gong, ice bath, sauna, and hot tub.
Kailani
It’s all mackerel greys and storm-cloud blues, folded linens and timeworn maps; an extension of Mousehole's tangible spirit, Kailani a luxury cottage in Mousehole, Cornwall, with a hot tub and views over the sea.
Moku
A beachfront honeypot — thick with warm light and saccharine bursts to balance its monochrome palette — Moku is a luxury beach house, complete with hot tub and beach path, that brings a utilitarian barn typology to the Cornish fold.
Talisman
Layers of softened light, sculptural lines, and the honey-drizzle of home comforts make Talisman the baklava of beach houses; a luxury RIBA award-winning family fortress in Cornwall with an indoor pool and passage to the sea.
Collections
Our curated collections span from architect-designed masterpieces to pared-back beach houses, luxury holiday cottages and flamboyant country houses in secret gardens. All hand-picked and visited by our team.
Any day stays
From anniversary spots to party-ready manors, these luxury homes open their doors any day of the week, making them the ultimate flexi staycation.
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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.
View allCoastal 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.
View allLast Minute Luxury Breaks
Inspiration for impromptu getaways, our luxury cottages and retreats offer indulgent impulse escapes without the planning.
View allCouples´ Retreats
From Valentine´s breaks to honeymooner´s hideaways, these luxury cottages were designed for couples with romance in mind.
View allDog-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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A pool of one´s own
On your marks, get set, splash! Since April marks the grand reopening of our piscinas, we´re rounding up where to go for a pool of one´s own, with 19 of Britain´s best homes with private pools.
Home finding
If you’ve been inspired by our collection and would love to create your own Unique Homestay, let us assist with finding the perfect property for you. Across the British Isles and beyond, we market out-of-the-ordinary holiday cottages in the most unique locations, and understand exactly what guests look for when it comes to a luxury self-catering escape.