Unusual places to stay holidays

It's no coincidence that unusual places to stay holidays, such as tree houses, yurts and houseboats, appeal to the child within. They are like playhouses. The sorts of places we dreamed of as children. And so few of us have time to play any more - except on holiday. Most interestingly, however, from a responsible tourism perspective, unusual accommodation is often created by people who are committed to sustainable builds and living.

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Transylvania holiday accommodation

Transylvania holiday accommodation

Stay at a Count's guesthouse
From €95 to €183 per person per night
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Tobago beach accommodation

Tobago beach accommodation

17 beautiful accommodations in unique eco resort
From £117 to £390 per accommodation per night
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Limited availability: offering 15% off all 6+night stays for any stays before 30 April 2023. Critically, April is one of the best months to visit Tobago for sunshine and calm waters. From 271 per night (before discount).
Kerala houseboat holiday, India

Kerala houseboat holiday, India

Set yourself afloat along the quiet Keralan backwaters on a one-bed crewed houseboat
From £1,575 10 days inc UK flights
Tailor made
Cave accommodation in Andalucia, Spain

Cave accommodation in Andalucia, Spain

Unique Cave Houses in the Andalusian mountains
From £400 to £700 per week
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Devon eco lodge accommodation, England

Devon eco lodge accommodation, England

Quirky eco lodges, 1 with Hot Tub, on a Devon nature reserve
From £252 to £965 per accommodation per week
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£50 off full April weeks for responsible travellers. Plus boats, bikes, campfire, wood-fired pizza oven and private bbq and 21 acres managed for wildlife and your enjoyment. Quote rtapr50 when booking.
Inner Hebrides self catering boat in Scotland

Inner Hebrides self catering boat in Scotland

Quirky self catering accommodation on Scotland's west coast
From £204 to £396 per accommodation per night
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Sri Lanka eco lodge accommodation

Sri Lanka eco lodge accommodation

Sri Lankan Boutique Eco Bush Camp. In Forest Near Yala North
From US $115 to US $129 per person per night all inclusive
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Cochin homestay accommodation, India

Cochin homestay accommodation, India

Waterfront Homestay close to Fort Cochin
From €80 to €100 per accommodation per night (sleeps 2)
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Unusual rural accommodation in Sardinia

Unusual rural accommodation in Sardinia

The first organic and eco-sustainable village in Sardinia
From €140 to €320 per accommodation per night
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Unusual accommodation in Lanzarote, Canary Islands

Unusual accommodation in Lanzarote, Canary Islands

360Ί sea/mountain views, cozy studio cottage, couples/family
From €150 to €350 per couple per night
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Good availability in 2023 - enquire for specific dates
Luxury yurt accommodation in Lanzarote, Canary Islands

Luxury yurt accommodation in Lanzarote, Canary Islands

Stunning off-grid eco yurt - Wifi & by the beach/restaurants
From €155 to €285 per accommodation per night (sleeps 2)
Accommodation
Good availability in 2023 - enquire for specific dates
Dordogne self catering cabin sleeping 4

Dordogne self catering cabin sleeping 4

Off-grid, off-beat self catering cabin
From €690 to €960 per week (sleeps 2-4)
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Southern France Chateau holiday

Southern France Chateau holiday

Stay in a chβteau in southern France!
From US $3,700 10 days ex flights
Small group travel: 2023: 29 Apr
East Sussex cabin B&B, South Downs, England

East Sussex cabin B&B, South Downs, England

Unusual B&B near Lewes, South Downs for plant-based diets
From £65 to £90 per couple per night
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Lighthouse accommodation near Dubrovnik

Lighthouse accommodation near Dubrovnik

Croatia Villa Holiday in converted Lighthouse near Dubrovnik
From €550 to €800 per accommodation per night
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Cave house in Granada, Spain

Cave house in Granada, Spain

Troglodyte adventures in Andalucia΄s newest Geopark
From €32 per person per night
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Finland wilderness cabin and activities holiday

Finland wilderness cabin and activities holiday

Pure, unique, unspoilt nature in Eastern Finland
From €1,800 5 days ex flights
Tailor made: This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Arctic treehouse winter short break

Arctic treehouse winter short break

A tailor made Lappish winter adventure
From £1,595 4 days inc UK flights
Tailor made: This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Lapland holidays with glass igloo stay & Northern Lights

Lapland holidays with glass igloo stay & Northern Lights

Discover Finland in Winter holiday
From €1,620 4 days ex flights
Small group travel: 2023: 30 Mar, 13 Apr, 15 Nov, 29 Nov, 13 Dec, 27 Dec
2024: 10 Jan, 24 Jan, 7 Feb, 21 Feb, 6 Mar, 20 Mar
Cuban casa holiday

Cuban casa holiday

Go local in Cuba staying in friendly family B&Bs throughout
From £1,395 15 days ex flights
Tailor made: Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way
North Devon ecolodge, England

North Devon ecolodge, England

Uniquely quirky Devon eco lodge with hot tub & great views
From £442 to £1,380 per week (sleeps 8)
Accommodation
£50 off full April weeks for responsible travellers. Plus boats, bikes, campfire, wood-fired pizza oven, private bbq and 21 acres managed for wildlife and your enjoyment. Quote rtapr50 when booking.
Lanzarote yurt accommodation, Canary Islands

Lanzarote yurt accommodation, Canary Islands

Stunning Glamping holiday Luxury Yurts/Pod, close to beach.
From €150 to €800 per accommodation per night
Accommodation
Good availability in 2023 - enquire for specific dates
Masai Mara village stay, Kenya

Masai Mara village stay, Kenya

Visit the Masai Mara - cultural stay with the Maasai tribe
From US $80 per person per night
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Luxury yurt pod accommodation in Lanzarote

Luxury yurt pod accommodation in Lanzarote

Luxury Royale Super Yurt, pool & near beach
From €300 to €700 per accommodation per night (sleeps 4-6)
Accommodation
Good availability in 2023 - enquire for specific dates
Green Roof Inn, Carriacou beach accommodation

Green Roof Inn, Carriacou beach accommodation

Experience the genuine Caribbean, come to Carriacou Grenada
From US $115 to US $175 per accommodation per night
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Yurt holiday accommodation in Lanzarote, Canary Islands

Yurt holiday accommodation in Lanzarote, Canary Islands

Beach setting, off grid, pool access, family yurts
From €1,295 to €1,750 per accommodation per week
Accommodation
Good availability in 2023 - enquire for specific dates
Maasai Mara safari camp in Kenya

Maasai Mara safari camp in Kenya

See the big 5 from a camp that works closely with the Maasai
From US $80 per person per night
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Dordogne self catering accommodation

Dordogne self catering accommodation

Splendid isolation! Your very own cabin in the woods!
From €690 to €960 per week (sleeps 2)
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Atlas Mountains luxury trekking accommodation, Azzaden Valley

Atlas Mountains luxury trekking accommodation, Azzaden Valley

High Atlas Trekking Lodge in the beautiful Azzaden Valley
From €210 per room per night
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Kasbah du Toubkal in the Atlas Mountains

Kasbah du Toubkal in the Atlas Mountains

Peace and quiet only 40 miles from Marrakech
From €145 to €960 per room per night (sleeps 2)
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