Unusual stays for two: unique places to stay in the UK for couples
Out with the bog-standard hotel room and self-catering cottage. And in with uber-cool shepherd’s huts, quirky cabins and glamping spots. We’re here to bring you the best unique places to stay for couples in the UK. Because sometimes you just want something a little bit different for your romantic escape.
At Romantic Cottages, we only deal in couples’ retreats, so romance is a given. But if you fancy a stay in a trendy hut or lakeside cabin, read on. Here’s our round-up of the best quirky places to stay for your couple weekend away.
Cosy cabins with character
Sometimes unusual doesn’t mean outlandish – it’s all in the details. Picture a rustic cabin tucked away by the sea or deep in a forest glade, with hand-picked interiors and plenty of charm.
The Boathouse, Northumberland
What could be more romantic than a cabin on a lake? This quirky spot is perfect if you’re dreaming of mornings listening to the lapping of water and evenings curled up indoors after a long walk along the coast. It sits on the edge of a lake in Middleton, just a short drive away from the pretty seaside village of Bamburgh.
Outside, you can cook up a storm on the barbecue or sink into the loungers overlooking the lake. If you’re lucky, you might even spot the resident otters! Inside, the floor-to-ceiling windows make the most of the views, as does the wraparound balcony. Plus, you can look forward to romantic extras, like a rolltop bath.
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Bear house, Suffolk
Bear House gives off quintessential cabin in the woods vibes. The cosy log cabin is surrounded by a treehouse-style platform and then nothing but nature. You can totally switch off from everyday life here. It’s a case of greenery everywhere you look, including a putting green for something different.
What’s more, you’ve also got a boating lake on your doorstep – complete with rowing boats for a romantic glide across the water. When you do fancy heading back to the bustle, Cambridge is nearby for retail therapy and punting, or Newmarket for horse racing.
Shepherd’s huts and glamping-style love nests
There’s something undeniably magical about staying in a shepherd’s hut. These tiny, bespoke spaces are cosy, well designed and perfect for two – great if you want something a bit different from your typical cottage.
Northcott Hut, Bude, Cornwall
Picture this – waking up to a sea view from your bedroom window. That’s the deal at Northcott Hut, in Cornwall. This gorgeous little shepherd’s hut looks out over Northcott Mouth Beach from its secluded farm setting. It’s green and blue as far as the eye can see. And you can soak in the views from the bubbling hot tub, too.
If the views weren’t romantic enough, there are some seriously luxe touches that you wouldn’t usually expect to see in a shepherd’s hut. Think underfloor heating, Egyptian cotton towels, robes and slippers – this place is basically like a luxury hotel in hut form. And, when you fancy a couples’ day out, the closest beach is only two miles down the road.
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Veiko – Mayflower Meadow, East Yorkshire
Veiko – Mayflower Meadow in East Yorkshire ticks all the boxes for an unusual romantic weekend break. Okay, it’s not exactly a shepherd’s hut – more of an igloo-esque pod. But it’s set in peaceful meadowland and just as bijou and cosy as a shepherd’s hut.
There are romantic touches everywhere. Look outside and you’ll see a hot tub in the private garden, which is backed by a pond and wildflowers. Inside, there’s a cute arched window at the bottom of the bed, so you can look straight out onto the surrounding greenery.
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Limetree Luxury Glamping Portland, Nottinghamshire
This one’s glamping, but not as you know it. You’ll get to bed down in a cosy shepherd’s hut. But it’s the exterior that does all the charming here. The garden wraps around the pod, with raised decking giving you an even better view of the surrounding farmland.
In the garden, there’s a log burner and barbecue area for al fresco dining. And after, you can take a dip in the cold water drencher, followed by the soothing hot tub. You’re also just an hour from the Peak District for hand-in-hand scenic hikes.
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