Scottish lighthouse cottage on a private island

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Extraordinary Stays for Your 2026 Wishlist

29th December 2025

Eilean Sionnach Lighthouse Cottage, Isleornsay

Ready to plot your 2026 escape? From cliffside hideaways and Arctic-view cabins to private islands (yes, really), these standout stays are here to upgrade your wishlist.

Extraordinary Stays for Your 2026 Wishlist

The Pole House

Fairhaven - Victoria

Sleeps 2

Take yourself to the edge at The Pole House. Suspended 40 meters above Fairhaven Beach, this is one of Australia's most iconic homes.

14 Peaks

Borkenes - Borkenes

Sleeps 2

Enjoy a romantic retreat with spectacular Arctic views in this cosy Norwegian cabin offering a sauna and private jacuzzi.

The Rock House

Isle of Harris - Western Isles

Sleeps 2

Unique property for two on the spectacular Isle of Harris, nestled within an ancient stone garden and overlooking a pristine sandy beach.

Fogo Island Inn

Joe Batt's Arm - Newfoundland

2-4 per room

A spectacular and beautifully designed hotel offering unbeatable views of an extraordinary landscape. Stay in luxury, whilst being part of the Fogo Island community.

Banyan Camp

Hambegamuwa - Sri Lanka

2-6 per lodge

An off-grid eco retreat with sustainability and tranquility at its heart, near the stunning Udawalawe National Park in rural Sri Lanka.

Colorado Hideaway

Near Masonville - Colorado

Sleeps 4

Overlooking Colorado's Rocky Mountains, this sustainably built cabin provides wonderful access to the surrounding rugged countryside.

Solo Pezo Von Ellrichshausen

Cretas - Spain

Sleeps 4

Super-modern holiday home in southern Spain with spectacular views, patio swimming pool, and a unique, stylish design.

Castle Room B&B

Lagarde - Ariège

Hotel with 5 rooms

Five guest rooms in a lovingly restored castle with high ceilings, old wooden floors and beautiful contemporary furniture in Lagarde, France

Annandale Coastal Farm Escape

Pigeon Bay - Christchurch

2-14 per property

Award-winning architecture and luxury on the edge of the Pacific Ocean offering comfy properties near Christchurch, New Zealand.

Treetops Treehouse

Eggesford - Devon

Sleeps 4

Head into the realms of make-believe with a stay in this fantastical North Devonshire treehouse.

Forest Windmill

Nazare - Leiria

Sleeps 4

A beautifully converted windmill hidden in pine forests near the beach on Portugal's Silver Coast.

The Raft at Chigborough

Chigborough - Essex

Sleeps 4

An exceptional way to experience life on the water, with room for four in this floating lake cabin on the Essex coast. There’s a hot tub, a boat and an inviting covered deck

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.

The Shed at Brogers End

Kangaroo Valley - New South Wales

Sleeps 7

Enjoy a peaceful break in the New South Wales countryside in this eco friend, rustic former machinery shed.

Vega Island Hideaway

Vega Island - Norway

Sleeps 7

This fisherman's cabin hugs jagged rocks on Norway's Vega Island, offering guests a truly breathtaking and serene stay.

Dolomites Panorama House

San Lorenzo di Sebato - Alto Adige

Sleeps 8

Stylish and comfortable minimalist house in the Dolomites with stunning views, hiking and skiing.

Sandcastle Luxury Villa

Wesley - Eastern Cape

Sleeps 8

Indulge in a once-in-a-lifetime experience at Sandcastle Luxury Villa, offering up beautiful views of the Eastern Cape in a family-centric, sociable property.

Eilean Sionnach Lighthouse Cottage

Isleornsay - Sleat

Sleeps 8

Extraordinary four bedroom coastal home off Skye, with access to a private beach and four bedrooms, on its own island.

Villa Bwejuu

Bwejuu - Zanzibar

Sleeps 9

Fabulous villa on the beautiful white sands of Bwejuu Beach in Zanzibar.

Alta Cabin

Sykkylven - Møre og Romsdal

Sleeps 10

Contemporary cabin located on the slopes of a ski resort in Norway with a private sauna and spectacular views.

Naturhof Eibl

Grossarl - Salzburg

Sleeps 10

Idyllic mountain retreat with natural swimming pond, sauna and breathtaking views in Austria’s Grossarl Valley.

Palazzina Canal Apartment

Venice - Veneto

Sleeps 10

Grand five-bedroom Venetian apartment overlooking one of the main canals, perfect for families looking for an authentic taste of the city.

Das Farmhaus

Lieg - Rheinland-Pfalz

Sleeps 14

Contemporary farmhouse with a heated swimming pool and private spa amongst the vineyards of Germany’s Moselle region.

Casa Cazan

Almancil - Algarve

Sleeps 16

Stunning and spacious villa in Almancil with infinity pool, private tennis court and lush gardens for unforgettable stays.

Chivit Thamma Da Mountain Home

Mae Chan - Chiang Rai

Sleeps 16

Exquisite villa in a rainforest in northern Thailand with a pool, covered terrace, hammocks and first-class catering available.

Woolbrook Reservoir

Sidmouth - Devon

Sleeps 16

Stunning modern holiday home in the peaceful Devon countryside that's perfect for your next large group celebration.

Middleton Castle

Kings Lynn - Norfolk

Sleeps 30

Become Lord or Lady of the manor at your luxury, moated private castle for large groups in the heart of North Norfolk.

Coolstays Blog

Round-ups

Extraordinary Stays for Your 2026 Wishlist

The Pole House

14 Peaks

The Rock House

Fogo Island Inn

Banyan Camp

Colorado Hideaway

Solo Pezo Von Ellrichshausen

Castle Room B&B

Annandale Coastal Farm Escape

Treetops Treehouse

Forest Windmill

The Raft at Chigborough

The Island

The Shed at Brogers End

Vega Island Hideaway

Dolomites Panorama House

Sandcastle Luxury Villa

Eilean Sionnach Lighthouse Cottage

Villa Bwejuu

Alta Cabin

Naturhof Eibl

Palazzina Canal Apartment

Das Farmhaus

Casa Cazan

Chivit Thamma Da Mountain Home

Woolbrook Reservoir

Middleton Castle

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