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England is full of hidden corners of natural beauty. Sun-dappled forests and rolling hillsides, winding rivers and lush meadows, and there’s not much better than finding your own little secluded corner of your own for a short time, so that you can get off the beaten track in your unique accommodation in England.

Whether that’s glamping accommodation in the woods in Herefordshire, a cosy cottage in Somerset, or a beautifully situated house in Cornwall, there’s something for anyone looking to just get away from it all without having to leave the country.

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  • Shepherds Hut with Hot Tub in Shropshire

    Minimum 3 nights England

    Escape to the idyllic countryside near the Welsh border, and drink in the peace and quiet from your cosy little shepherd..

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    £120 per night
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  • Cleugh Foot House

    Min 4 nights England

    Enjoy staying in this beautiful 3 bed house nestled in the countryside of Northern England. With stunning views and bea..

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    £230 per night
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  • Wild Cat Island Houseboat Retreat

    Min 2 nights England

    Stay in Unique house boat accommodation,The Wild Cat Island, named after the schooner used by Captain Flint, just a 5 m..

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    £360 per group
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  • Secret Water Houseboat Retreat

    Min 2 nights England

    Secret Water is a luxury floating glamping pod, it is the first of its kind in the United Kingdom and will provide you w..

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    £360 per group
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  • Secret Garden Houseboat with Hot Tub

    Min 2 nights England

    Secret Garden is is east facing with an uninterrupted view across the river basin and is nestled in its own garden space..

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    £160 *per night
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  • Lake District Glamping Retreat – Tarn Hut

    Minimum 3 Nights England

    Escape the everyday and immerse yourself in the beautiful wilderness of the UK with these intimate shepherd's huts. Set ..

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    £310 per hut
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    Best Places to Visit

    London

    The icon and epicentre of culture, history and the arts. Uncover its main sights and hidden secrets.

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    Devon and Cornwall

    Rugged coastlines & beaches, with harbour villages in the south and surfer’s paradise in the north

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    Devon and Cornwall

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    Cambridge

    A city where you can't help but feel the weight of history & a sense of academia at every corner.

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    Cambridge

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    The Cotswolds

    Rolling hills, idyllic villages, cosy country pubs, the Cotswolds is everything you'd expect from qu

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    The Cotswolds

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    Yorkshire

    'God's own country' is a region of brooding moors and ruined abbeys, characterful cities and atmosph

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    Yorkshire

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    Lake District

    England's most poetically beautiful corner, the Lake District is a patchwork of incredible rivers, l

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    Lake District

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    Somerset

    Somerset is the ideal destination for getting a bit of quintessential, old-world England.

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    Somerset

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    Our Destinations In England

    Unusual Places to Stay in England

    It seems as though everywhere you look there are entrepreneurial people setting up unusual places to stay in England, from yurts to safari tents, eco-cottages to refurbished old farmhouses.

    There are opportunities to get off the beaten track everywhere you look, from the beautiful forests of Herefordshire, the beautiful coves and sea cliffs of Cornwall, the wide-open spaces and vast beaches of Norfolk, the list could go on and on.

    Where to find quirky accommodation in England

    As has already been mentioned, England is a country with a huge variety of landscapes. Head north to the Lake District or the Yorkshire Dales to discover incredible wild landscapes, or head south for the picturesque Cornwall and Devon, to stay in stunning pods, yurts and cabins immersed in nature.

    With Not In The Guidebooks, we can help you find the very best unique accommodation.

    Who are our unique accommodation guests?

    Families, groups of friends, couples, even those that want to travel on their own, there are always unusual places to stay and examples of unique accommodation that cater to anyone’s needs for a short break from the routine of normal life.

    We promote some accommodations with multiple properties on one site, perfect for those special occasions when a couple of families or a large group of friends want to get away together.

    Why choose Not In The Guidebooks?

    We’re passionate about helping people find the most amazing experiences on their travels, through meeting local people, exploring new places, and discovering alternative activities that make holidays special. We do this by carefully selecting partners in countries around the world who are experts in their local area, sourcing interesting people who can guide you through immersive experiences.

    Our local partners in England know how to show people the very best of their home. Choosing a Not In The Guidebooks holiday in England means you don’t have to choose between a city break or an activity-filled holiday, you can get the best of both worlds with a unique trip.

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