ROUND-UPS
How many can you tick off?
Published 1st October 2026
Have you ever stayed on a private island, in a lighthouse, or up in a treehouse? Or how about a windmill, a castle or a cabin miles from anywhere?
See how many of our unique stays you can tick off your list - and find your next extraordinary getaway here.
A spa treehouse
Just made for a romantic break, mini moon or anniversary - can you tick a fancy treehouse stay off the list? See our full collection of treehouse hideaways.
Starling Spa Treehouse
Crediton - Devon
2 +2 children
Retreat to Starling Spa Treehouse, a private treetop escape in Dartmoor with a hot tub, sauna, outdoor shower and a copper bathtub beneath the stars.
A house on its own private island
A little island to call your own? Now that’s one for the wishlist. Take a look at some amazing properties on private islands.
The Island
Newquay - Cornwall
Sleeps 6
Enjoy a marvellous stay on your own private island in Cornwall at this superb seaside retreat with luxury amenities and incredible sea views.
A windmill
By the beach or in the countryside, have you ever stayed in a windmill? Have a look at our full windmills collection.
Forest Windmill
Nazare - Leiria
Sleeps 4
A beautifully converted windmill hidden in pine forests near the beach on Portugal's Silver Coast.
A cool off-grid cabin
Rustic vibes, the triumph of getting the fire lit, afternoons in a hammock listening to the breeze in the trees - a getaway to a cool cabin has to be on the list. See all our cabin stays.
Hopi Cabin
Tiverton - Devon
Sleeps 2
Hillside cabin in Devon with breathtaking Exe Valley views, a private sauna and wood-fired outdoor bath surrounded by rewilded nature.
A fairy-tale cottage
Ever stayed in a country cottage? There's nowhere more snug. This picture-perfect gem is in the New Forest, but there's plenty more to choose from. See our full cottage collection.
Argentor Cottage
East Boldre - New Forest National Park
Sleeps 6
Cosy cottage in the New Forest National Park offering groups a quaint base from which to explore this marvellous area.
A lighthouse stay
Waves crashing, seabirds calling and a front-row seat to the ever-changing weather - a lighthouse stay is definitely one for the list. Take a look at our full lighthouse collection.
Eilean Sionnach Lighthouse Cottage
Isleornsay - Sleat
Sleeps 8
Extraordinary coastal home off Skye, with access to a private beach on its own island.
A luxury cabin
We love a luxury cabin - sauna, hot tub and sleek design - the ideal treat for a long weekend. See all our cabins with hot tubs or saunas.
The Scandi Cabin
Hereford - Herefordshire
Sleeps 2
Wonderful, modern, off-grid cabin in the peaceful Herefordshire countryside with hot tub, free-standing bath tub, sauna and incredible views.
A boutique hotel
Gorgeous interiors, breakfast worth getting up for and someone else making the bed. Can you tick a boutique hotel off your list? See our full hotel collection.
Casa Luz
Barcelona - Barcelona
1-5 per room
Design-led city stay in central Barcelona with a rooftop terrace and sunset views over Plaça Universitat.
A castle
Ever stayed in an actual castle? This exquisite apartment is within a 19th century castle in Dumfries & Galloway - one for the bucket list! See our full collection of castles.
The Royal Apartment
Stranraer - Dumfries And Galloway
Sleeps 10
Stunning apartment in a 19th century castle in Dumfries And Galloway that sits on a breathtaking estate with plenty of activities on offer.
A shepherd's hut with a view
Sometimes all you need is a few days away in a snug rural shepherd's hut with a hot tub and a lovely view. See all shepherds' huts on Coolstays.
Helvellyn Hut
Keswick - Cumbria
Sleeps 2
Rustic cosiness with luxurious additions for a blissful break in the Lake District with wood burner, Japanese soaking tub, BBQ and gorgeous views.
Whatever this is?!
It is, in fact, a fabulous work of art. Designed by Grayson Perry, you'll never stay anywhere quite like this fantastic house. For more one-off places to stay, see our quirky collection.
A House for Essex
Wrabness - Essex
Sleeps 4
A truly unique celebration of architecture and design creates the opportunity for a one of a kind stay in this incomparable two-bedroom house in North Essex.
A beautiful villa
Ever stayed in one of our incredible villas? This stunner was the filming location for the White Lotus, but we've got plenty more to suit different budgets and locations. See our full collection of villas.
Samujana Villas
Koh Samui - Suratthani
Sleeps 6-16
Award-winning luxury villas on Koh Samui, featured in The White Lotus, with private pools and spectacular Gulf views.
A cottage beside a loch
The peace, the views - if you haven't stayed in a wee cottage beside a loch, add it to your wish-list right now. Here's our full collection of cottages by the water.
The Blue Cottage
Ardbrecknish - Argyll
Sleeps 4
Charming cottage for four in the heart of Argyll, offering breathtaking views over Loch Awe and the majestic Ben Cruachan.
A fully loaded country house
This place is just awesome - and it was the venue for Mel C's wedding in July. Can you tick a lovely country house off your list? See our full collection of properties for bigger groups.
The Country House Cumbria
Brampton - Cumbria
Sleeps 16
Beautifully restored Georgian Country House with six ensuite bedrooms and several living areas, set in an incredible location beside the Northern Pennines.