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Extraordinary Stays for Your 2026 Wishlist
Published 29th December 2025
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.
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.