The Best CoolStays of 2020

Published: 23rd December 2020

This year has certainly been a weird one and while going on holiday wasn't possible for some of us, that didn't stop us from daydreaming. Here's our list of our very favourite CoolStays properties of 2020 - the incredible treehouses, romantic cabins, designer pads and architectural gems offering some of the most dreamy staycation locations in the UK. We might not have been able to stay this year, but they're top of our list for 2021.

Tower O'Ess

Glen Tanar Estate - Aberdeenshire

A proud and luxurious gatehouse conversion guarding the Glen Tanar Estate and nestled within the bewitching Scots Pine of Aberdeenshire

Sleeps 2

From �157/night

Take me there!

Hunsett Mill

Stalham - Norfolk

Contemporary, stylish and award winning holiday home incorporating a former mill keeper's cottage that comfortably sleeps nine in Norfolk.

Sleeps 9

From �257/night

Take me there!

The Houseboat Poole

Poole - Dorset

Open plan living at its finest in this striking and award-winning house near Poole Harbour, sleeping up to ten guests.

Sleeps 10

From �143/night

Take me there!

The Old Oak at Coleman's Farm

Ongar - Essex

A magical treehouse in Essex where a fabulous oak tree is literally part of the furniture

Sleeps 2

From �250/night

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The Warren

Knighton - Powys

Stylish, modern holiday home in the marvellous Welsh countryside with amazing views, lots of space, and its own private hot tub.

Sleeps 7

From �195/night

Take me there!

PilotHouse PH5

Lochaline - Argyll

Architecturally extraordinary two storey aluminium tiny house with views of the Sound of Mull and a wraparound balcony

Sleeps 2

From �150/night

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Boulder Field Cabin

Matlock - Derbyshire

Charming hillside cabin in the Peak District with wood fired hot tub and incredible views across the valley.

Sleeps 2

From �150/night

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Shingle House

Dungeness - Kent

Experience life on the edge in Kent�s most remote but intriguing corner. Shingle House adds modernity and architectural brilliance to Dungeness� strangely addictive desolation

Sleeps 8

From �214/night

Take me there!

Cadwollens Treehouse

Llandrindod Wells - Powys

Luxurious treehouse with a hot tub and spectacular views in a remote location near Elan Valley, perfect for a couple�s countryside escape.

Sleeps 2

From �235/night

Take me there!

Dutch Barn

Long Compton - Warwickshire

This modern twist on a farming classic offers guests a wonderfully equipped and comfortable stay along with fantastic access to the Cotswold countryside.

Sleeps 14

From �800/night

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The Cob

Near Bude - Devon

This striking, contemporary barn conversion is the perfect holiday home for families in North Devon that's just a short hop from Bude.

Sleeps 9

From �215/night

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Dovecot Cottage

Edinburgh - Midlothian

Spectacular 17th century stone cottage for up to four people. Rustic-chic and quirky - it was once a home for pigeons!

Sleeps 4

From �130/night

Take me there!

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Author:

Claire Wills

Claire is the International Editor for CoolStays. It's her mission to scout the globe for new amazing places to show you. You can follow her on Twitter, @clairelewills

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The Best CoolStays of 2020

Tower O'Ess

Hunsett Mill

The Houseboat Poole

The Old Oak at Coleman's Farm

The Warren

PilotHouse PH5

Boulder Field Cabin

Shingle House

Cadwollens Treehouse

Dutch Barn

The Cob

Dovecot Cottage

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