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Unusual Cottages to Rent

The following properties and cottages are unusual in some way or have interesting character, features or location. If you want to stay in a fort or a windmill then this is the place to start looking. Renting a cottage can seem a little pedestrian, a little dull, and a little bit conformist. Our unusual properties to rent can never be described as such. From a lighthouse, to a stylish ‘50s trailer, to a tree house, or a fort, our unusual properties are unique in nearly every way. We have an amazing Fort in South Cornwall, where space is definitely not an issue, perfect for inviting the whole family, or all of your friends. A tree house is often seen as an object exclusive to the young – not so. With many beautiful tree houses now constructed around the country, offering amazing panoramic views of the countryside, as well as all mod-cons, the only thing they have in common with childhood toys is their distance from the ground. Escape to the seaside – literally – if you rent a lighthouse, right on the doorstep of the sea, and enjoy all that the fresh air, clean water, and peace and quiet can give. A yurt is the perfect place to get back to nature, just with all the 21st century’s advances nearby! Rent a converted windmill and really get a feel for the history of the place; built in 1824 it still owns its own mooring on the river Ant. Finally for that truly unusual experience, try renting an authentic 1960s caravan, looking like something straight off the pages of Vogue, this silver caravan to rent is an unbelievably original destination for a weekend retreat.

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Cottages are listed in descending order of number of people accommodated.

Pets Welcome.

No Smoking.

Disabled Access.

Broadband on Site. Green Tourism Rated

Green Tourism.

Child Friendly.

Function Room. Riding available locally

Riding Nearby.

Beach Nearby. Golf available locally

Golf Nearby. Swimming pool on site.

Pool On Site.

Open Fire. Fishing available locally

Fishing Nearby.
Hot Tub, Jacuzzi or Sauna

Hot Tub/Jacuzzi/Sauna. Tennis

Tennis on Site.

Games Room. Distinctly Different

Unusual Property.

Wedding Venue.

Star Rated.

7 cottages sleep 2 - 6 (24)

Mayrose Farm, Camelford, Cornwall North

Ref: co2043

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Short Breaks available all cottages

Seven delightful cottages situated in beautiful scenery with stunning views over the surrounding countryside. The perfect location for family holidays Mayrose Farm benefits from a heated swimming pool and is close to beaches and many of the attractions Cornwall has to offer including The Eden Proje

Sleeps 2 - 22

The Tudor Barn, Sudbury, Suffolk

Ref: sf2006

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16.4.2010 - 18.4.2010 @ 50% discount £1,000
18.4.2010 - 23.4.2010 @ £250+

30.4.2010 - 2.5.2010 or 3.5.2010 @ apply for ban
28.5.2010 - 4.6.2010 @ apply for bank holiday w/

The Tudor barn sleeps up to 22+ (+ sofa/camp beds/travel cots) and, once the barn is full, the adjacent farmhouse sleeps 6+. The barn is set amidst our environmentally friendly farm down a long drive - space to roam, to be together and apart.

8 properties sleep 2 - 21

Knowlton Court Estate, Canterbury, Kent

Ref: ke2007

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Mid-week 27th Sept - 1st Oct - 20% NOW £1680
Mid-week 4th-8th October -20% NOW £1680

Mid-week 11th-15th October -20% NOW £1680
Mid-week 18th-22nd October -20% NOW £1680

The Dower House is a beautiful grade 2 listed Elizabethan house boasting 10 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms, sleeping 21 people. It is is set in its own grounds and has been extensively refurbished in 2010 incorporating a fully modernized kitchen. We also have 7 other properties sleeping 2 to 12 guests.

Sleeps up to 20

Polhawn Fort, Rame, Nr Torpoint, Cornwall South

Ref: co2041

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15th October to 18th October

24th - 27th September Weekend

Polhawn Fort is situated in a stunning location overlooking Whitsand Bay part of Britains Heritage Coastline. It features 8 bedrooms, beautiful reception areas and a large commercial kitchen. The perfect place for a large family holiday, a reunion with friends and you can even get married there.

4 cottages sleep 2 - 5 (16)

Blue Door Cottages, Sherwood, Nr Bridgewater, Somerset

Ref: som2015

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Sept - 22nd Oct: 4 midweek nights @ £200
for two people+dog in the Brew House,

the Wine Cellar, Hen House or Potting Shed
Tel 079909 56561 mention Last Minute-Cottages

Four pleasantly quirky recently converted 'cottages', set in five acres of woodland garden on the lower slopes of the Quantocks (AONB). Great for wild life and walking but only 10 mins from J24 of M5 so excellent base to explore Somerset and surrounding counties. Short Breaks or Weeks.

2 houses sleep 6 each + Yurt

Red House and Blue House, Fowey, Cornwall South

Ref: co2081

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17 - 24 September . Red House . £540
sleeps six plus cot...

three or four night short breaks
available from 10th September

Two 4 star self catering properties near Fowey on the south coast of Cornwall. Optional adventure activities makes this ideal for couples or families. Each house sleeps up to 6 plus cot and are modern and spacious. There is also a beautiful yurt between Easter and October which sleeps 5 + cot.

Sleeps up to 11

Old Parish Poorhouse, Winster, Derbyshire

Ref: mi2006

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For latest discounts please call....
Kirsty 01629 760033 or kirsty@designgate .co.uk

...please call.....now sleeps 12

The Old Parish Poorhouse offers a warm welcome and is able to seat your full party around the table with garden views and a log fire. Located in a pretty village with a historic market hall, 2 churches, a village shop, post office and two excellent pubs.

Sleeps 8 - 10

The Mill @ Lewinshope, Lewinshope, Selkirk, Forth and Borders

Ref: sc2035

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Sep 3-6 (long weekend) @ £687
Sep 13-17 (bargain midweek) @ £545

Sep 20-24 (bargain midweek) @ £545
Sep 24 - Oct 1 @ 745

A stunning conversion of an old mill at Lewinshope and situated in over a 100 acres of grounds and mature woodlands in the Yarrow Valley, near Selkirk in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Offering luxurious self-catering accommodation (with sauna and steamroom) for 8 to 10 guests.

Sleeps up to 8 guests

Horton Lodge Boathouse, Rudyard, Staffs/Peak District, Staffordshire North

Ref: st2004

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30.08.2010 - 03.09.2010 @ £399
04.10.2010 - 08.10.2010 @ £599

05.11.2010 - 08.11.2010 @ £599
08.11.2010 - 12.11.2010 @ £599

Stunning lakeside Victorian boathouse on the edge of the Peak District. Offering fishing and boating directly from the property. In peaceful woodland setting, perfect place to relax.

Sleeps 6

The Boat House, St Winnow, Lostwithiel, Cornwall South

Ref: co2032

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30 Oct (sat) £300
5 Nov (Fri) £350

The Boat House is a 400 year old building sleeping six people in three bedrooms. It is situated three miles from Lostwithiel on the banks of one of the most beautiful tidal estuaries in Cornwall.

Sleeps 4 - 6

Long Marton Station, Long Marton, Cumbria

Ref: ld2020

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25th September - 2nd October
16th-23rd October

13th November on

Long Marton Station, on the historic Settle - Carlisle Railway, has been painstakingly restored over the past 15 years. Situated in the unspoilt Eden Valley between the Lakes and the Pennines, the Station occupies a commanding position in half an acre of land just outside the village.

2 cottages sleep 2 & 4 (6)

Kennall Vale Mills, Stithains, Truro, Cornwall West

Ref: co2054

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11th sept £400 sleeps 4

18th sept £380 sleeps 4
25th sept £300 sleeps 2

Riverside mill cottages renovated to high standard with many original features. Situated in a peaceful valley with bluebell woodland, lake and gardens. Easy access to seaside and other cornish attractions.

Sleep 6

Braunston Mill, Braunston, Warwickshire

Ref: wk2002

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4th October 4 nights £500 for 2 staying
5th November 3 nights £500 for 2 staying

Selected dates in October and November
December availability

Braunston Mill is located in the Heart of England and situated in the lovely historic village of Braunston. The Mill will sleep 6 guests comfortably in 3 double bedrooms over 6 floors.

Sleeps 6 + 1child

Water's Edge, Rudyard Lake, Leek, Staffs/Peak District border, Staffordshire North

Ref: mi2919

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Christmas week 20th ? / 27th £1244
sept 6th to 10th sept 4 nights from £594

Oct 11th to the 15th Mon to Fri short break
3 weeks Nov and 3 weeks Dec or 12 short break

Luxury timber-framed boathouse on Rudyard Lake on the edge of the Peak district, near Leek, close to Buxton and Alton Towers. Sleeps 6 + 1 child, deal for couples/families. Fishing and boating from your door step with 2 hot tubs, bar, pool table, gas BBQ ,fishing jetty and log burning stove.

2 properties sleep 6 each

Ridgecote Beach Chalet & Marram Sands, Hayle, Cornwall West

Ref: co3034

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9-16th Oct
16-23rd Oct

23rd - 31st Oct

Ridgecote is a traditional wooden chalet tucked away in a lovely location on the Riviere Towans Park just a few minutes walk from the three mile beach of Hayle. Marram Sands is a unique and stylish bungalow just a 15 minute walk from the beach. An ideal location for a family holiday.

2 cottages sleep 5 + 2 yurts

Botelet, Herodsfoot, Liskeard, Cornwall South

Ref: co2045

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Farmhouse B&B 3rd - 6th September
Yurt 3rd -6th September

Cowslip from 18th September
Manor from 19th September

Botelet Farm consists of two cottages, a farmhouse b&b and two Mongolian yurts and is situated in gorgeous countryside in rural south-east Cornwall. Each cottage sleeps five in three bedrooms. Both yurts have one double bed and two rooms are available in the B&B.

Sleeps up to 4

How Hill Windmill, Ludham, Norfolk

Ref: ea2007

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October 16th to 23rd @ £375.
Christmas week @ £550

November weeks @ £325 each.
PLEASE 'PHONE TO DISCUSS BOOKING.

Stay in a converted grain mill, Grade 11 listed property built in 1824. Situated in the heart of The Broads at picturesque, peaceful How Hill, with its own mooring on the River Ant, it sleeps up to 4 people. Saturday to Saturday lets.

Sleeps 4

Little Marshfoot, Hailsham - Pevensey Levels, East Sussex

Ref: su2001

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October Onwards

Set in farmland on the edge of the Pevensey Levels near the ancient town of Hailsham yet only seven miles from the sea, Little Marshfoot is within easy distance of the historic towns of Eastbourne, Lewes, Brighton, Hastings & Tunbridge Wells. London is only 1.5 hours away by train.

4 apartments Sleep 2 - 4

Old Lifeboat House Apartments, Bude, Cornwall North

Ref: co2002

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One remaining apartment for 11th September
some availability for 25th September

Now taking bookings for October half term
Please call for details and to book

Attractively situated overlooking Bude's inner harbour and converted from the original Lifeboat House, the apartments are compact and comfortably sleep 2 to 4 people. They feature an open plan lounge/kitchen diner and are decorated to a high standard and are light and fresh.

3 apartments sleep 2 - 4

Rosemoor House Apartments, Great Torrington, North and Mid Devon

Ref: dem2020

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Call 01805 626810 for availability
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Three stunning apartments housed in the 18th century home of Lady Anne Palmer. Now run and let by the RHS the apartments offer a unique opportunity to view an RHS garden out of opening hours and stay in an historic property offering every modern convenience and breathtaking views of the garden.

Sleeps 4 + cot

Coombe Trenchard, Lewtrenchard, Okehampton, South and West Devon

Ref: des2016

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Short breaks available during summer holidays

The East Wing at Coombe Trenchard is a recently restored wing of an Arts and Crafts Country House. Beautifully furnished, and decorated to a high standard, the East Wing provides the most idyllic and tranquil holiday location.

Sleeps 2

Betty Bambi, Bredon Hardwick, Nr Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire

Ref: gl2008

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£115 for two night weekends
£165 for three night weekend

£315 for one week

Beautiful vintage 1961 Bambi Airstream caravan set in the delightful Cotswold's countryside. Located at Croft Farm Waterpark overlooking the lake. Fabulous watersports can be enjoyed or relax at the lakeside Café and Bar. Cheltenham, Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath and Oxford all easily accessible.

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