From star gazing in a spaceship in The Highlands to a ski lodge-inspired cabin, there are some weird and wonderful Airbnbs out there. We’ve rounded up some of the coolest and cosiest cabins in the UK for a unique (and Brexit-proof) staycation. Light the fire, snuggle under a blanket and bed down for the night with these top picks.
Space Age Airship In The Highlands
Drimnin, Scotland,
Wake up in the future in this out of this world Airbnb. The AirShip 2 is an iconic, insulated aluminium pod designed by Roderick James with sprawling views of the Sound of Mull by day and the twinkling night sky come sunset. The pictures kind of speak for themselves – this is one staycation you won’t forget in a while.
2 guests 1 bedroom 1 bed 1 bathroom
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
16th Century Dovecot Cottage
Edinburgh, Scotland
Have a real life Rapunzel moment in this 16th century stone dovecot, where the bedroom sits in an actual tower. The location is secluded for ultimate cosiness but it’s good to know the hip areas of Bruntsfield and Morningside are just five minutes’ walk away if cabin fever sets in. And the Scottish capital’s stunning Gothic city centre, Royal Mile and castle are a mere 20 minutes from this unique Airbnb.
4 guests 1 bedroom 1 bed 1 bathroom
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
Beach Front House
Saint Austell, Cornwall
Trade the madness of London in for Cornwall’s salty air and sounds of the sea at this idyllic beach front cottage. This isn’t just any beach cottage; it was even featured in Channel 4’s Amazing Spaces. And it’s not just the cosy cabin vibes that have us hankering to stay, but the surrounding area is one of the prettiest you’ll find in the country. In fact, Alice in Wonderland and Poldark have used the location for filming. Take in the views from the cottage’s private hot tub, champagne in hand.
4 guests 2 bedrooms 3 beds 2 bathrooms
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
The Romantic Oak Cabin
Potten End, Berkhamsted
Enjoy complete quiet (apart from maybe a few owls at night) in this sweet wooden cabin, nestled in the National Trust Ashridge Forest. Perfect for a romantic weekend away, cuddle up under blankets in the living room before climbing the ladder to the hidden hideaway bedroom for the cosiest of slumbers. Don’t worry, it’s not entirely secluded; just over a mile away you’ll find the pubs and restaurants of Berkhamsted.
2 guests 1 bedroom 1 bed 1 bathroom
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
The Old Smock Windmill
Benenden, Kent
Homes don’t come much more unique than converted windmills. Pretend you’ve escaped to the countryside of the Netherlands at the Old Smock Windmill, not far from London in Kent. Despite sitting over four floors, this property is super cosy thanks to its curved, circular layout, central spiral staircase and wooden beams. Not far from local shops, boutiques, pubs and restaurants, it’s also just a stone’s throw from the stunning Camber Sands if you’re in need of some sea air. And, the hosts will leave a welcome basket, including the owners’ chicken’s organic eggs on arrival. Sweet.
2 guests 1 bedroom 1 bed 1 bathroom
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
Ski Lodge Style In Kent
Bearsted, Kent
Quirky meets cosy in this ski lodge-inspired cabin in the Kent countryside. The log cabin shows off some serious style credentials that marry the warmth of a ski lodge with some mid century modern cool. Outside, fire up the BBQ for proper outdoor eats and toasted marshmallows come night fall (if you can brave the cold) or warm up in the private hot tube, gazing at the stars above.
2 guests 1 bedroom 2 beds 1 bathroom
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
The Yorkshire Tree Cabin
Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire
OK, claustrophobes need not apply – this tree cabin epitomises ‘cosy’. Big enough only for two, it could play host to your next romantic weekend away. Hidden in a cedar-lined, secluded wood, you and your other half will only have deer, hare, birds and the odd badger as neighbours. The perfect place to switch off (we’re not even sure you’ll get a phone signal out here) and seriously relax. There’s even an outdoor shower – if you’re brave enough.
2 guests 1 bedroom 1 bed 1 bathroom
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
1945 Boat-Turned-Cabin in Sutton
Sutton, England
There’s no end to creatively built cabins in Airbnb, but this one definitely takes the cake. Nestled in a private forest, it was once part of a 1945 boat called the Anthony Stevenson, having since gone through extensive changes to get it converted into the cosy, triangular-shaped cabin you see today. Housing the bedroom, this cabin makes it absolutely ideal for couples on a romantic getaway away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Travel to the nearby idyllic towns of Ely and Cambridge for a bit of shopping and exploring, before returning to dine beneath the stars in their outdoor dining area.
2 guests 1 bedroom 1 bed 1 bathroom
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
By The Handbook
Space Age Airship In The Highlands
16th Century Dovecot Cottage
Beach Front House
The Romantic Oak Cabin
The Old Smock Windmill
Ski Lodge Style In Kent
The Yorkshire Tree Cabin
1945 Boat-Turned-Cabin in Sutton
