When it comes to choosing an extra-special staycation, were spoilt for choice in the UK.
But if youre feeling like traditional holiday homes lack a little pizzazz, this could be the perfect time to escape the ordinary.
Maybe youve always wanted the chance to stay on a boat or spend the night in a rustic treehouse? Perhaps a grand castle is more your style.
Luckily, Airbnb opens the doors to the kinds of overnight stays you never thought were possible making it easier than ever to take a bucket-list break, right here in Britain.
1) SUPERB WINDMILL HOME Stoke Ferry, Norfolk
Prepare to be blown away by this Grade II Listed Windmill home in the peaceful village of Stoke Ferry.
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Theres nothing quite like this old mill which cleverly comprises a seven-storey tower with a quaint mill house to make up a spectacular seven-bedroom home, big enough for family, friends, kids, couples and more.
State of the art interiors take this already-special property to an outstanding standard, that gets better and better with each new level.
At the top, is a staggering 70ft-high viewing platform offering 360-degree views of the Norfolk countryside, which is home to National Trust site Oxborough Hall and the glorious Gooderstone Water Gardens in the surrounding area.
Once youve had your fill of boating, fishing and forest exploring, two-and-half acres of land is all yours for the weekend, where outside the property youll find a trampoline, ping pong table and the piece de resistance: a private, heated outdoor swimming pool.
Its clear that this holiday home was ideally designed for families and large groups to share an experience that goes above and beyond.
2) TINY HOUSE LIVING WITH A DIFFERENCE Drimnin, Scotland
How many people can say theyve spent the night in a space ship? Well theres one out-of-this-world home designed to give you those exact bragging rights.
Experience the utterly mind-blowing property, an insulated aluminium pod and a private holiday rental like no other on the little known Morvern peninsula in the Scottish Highlands.
Designed to look like a modern spaceship, its initially quite remarkable to look at. But the real magic happens inside, where its maximised for expert tiny house living, complete with a compact bedroom, kitchenette, full bathroom and living room.
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Its made to feel deceptively spacious by floor-to-ceiling window views of the idyllic Sound of Mull, which you can explore by canoe, kayak or the increasingly popular, wild swimming. Thats how youll discover the many surrounding white sand beaches which you can earmark for day trips.
On top of all that, this truly one-of-a-kind home is an Airbnb Plus home, meaning its been given the official seal of approval in-person.
3) EDGY AIR CONTROL TOWER Tain, Scottish Highlands
Whether its a far-flung holiday or a well-deserved British break, everyone wants to feel like a high-flyer.
And theres an easy way to feel part of the jet set even during a staycation in Scotland with a break in a converted air control tower.
The building is a four-storey brick structure that was built in 1942 in Tain in the Scottish Highland, and has been lovingly restored into a uniquely stylish home that will add serious air miles to aRead More – Source
