The Cosiest Airbnb Cabins To Book This Winter
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 nice blanket and bed down for the night with these top picks.
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. Other places to explore include the Scottish capital’s stunning Gothic city centre, Royal Mile and castle – all 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 actually 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
Toad Hall Luxury Lodge
Grimston, Norfolk
Norfolk’s sprawling countryside is among some of the prettiest in England and this luxury lodge-cum-treehouse looks like a mere dot in the unspoilt woodland of Grimston. Perfect for a family, this is the kind of place where board games are meant to be played, roast dinners intended to be shared and long winter walks wrapped up in layers and bobble hats make the perfect memories.
6 guests 2 bedrooms 2 beds 1 bathroom
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 into 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
Grade II Village Cottage
Maentwrog, Snowdonia
Pretend you’re staying in Kate Winslet’s cottage from The Holiday at this charming Airbnb. Right in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park, explore the ancient woodland walks nearby by day before galling into Egyptian cotton bedding beneath the exposed brickworks and beams of this sweet little home.
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. You’ll arrive to a welcome basket curated by the very sweet hosts upon arrival – it even includes the owners’ chicken’s organic eggs. Yum.
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 within 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
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 even if you try.
2 guests 1 bedroom 1 bed 1 bathroom
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
The Blue House on the Beach
Camber, Kent
Can this be our weekend home, please? The Blue House in trendy Camber Sands sleeps eight making it ideal for a weekend away filed with good food, plenty of wine and some good old fashioned R&R. The facilities are finished to the highest standard with a gorgeous kitchen, luxury beds you’ll not want to get out of, floor to ceiling windows that look out onto the beach and mod cons like Apple TV. This is the kind of place that will have you wanting to up sticks and leave London altogether.
8 guests 4 bedrooms 4 beds 3 bathrooms
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
The Luxury Treehouse
Mayfield, Surrey
If a cabin, or rather a treehouse, in the woods doesn’t terrify you, book into this one of a kind home in Mayfield. Clad in aromatic cedar wood, tastefully furnished and hidden from civilisation, it offers some quality time for couples looking for a cosy weekend away. Explore the surrounding wood, star gaze at night and eat breakfast on the balcony – wrapped in a blanket, of course.
4 guests 1 bedroom 3 beds 1 bathroom
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
1945 Boat-Turned-Cabin in Sutton
Sutton, England
There’s no end to creatively built cabins on 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 seating area.
2 guests 1 bedroom 1 bed 1 bathroom
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
Beautifully Eclectic Cotswold Cabin
Woodmancote, England
If you’re keen for great artwork, stylish furnishings, and a bold paneled washroom, this beautifully crafted cabin in the Cotswolds is perfect for you. Featured in the July 2019 issue of House & Garden, this Airbnb provides a healthy dose of vintage with a smidge of the contemporary modern feel. Enjoy your stay while cooking up a lovely roast with your loved one before rinsing off in the copper-headed shower. Later, slide into your Egyptian cotton bedding and under your heated, electric blanket to keep warm and cosy.
2 guests 1 bedroom 1 bed 1 bathroom
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
Tweed Valley Pods, Pod 4
Scottish Borders, Scotland
Throw a fur onto some wooden chairs, add some twinkle lights with a dash of chilly weather and I am there! The Tweed Valley Pods, though, are much more than what meets the eye. Family-run and owned, these pods provide a relaxed breakaway from city life and a much needed re-connection with nature. Located in Scotland, this Airbnb provides breathtaking views of the Valleys of the Scottish Boarders you won’t want to miss. Inside you’ll find wood paneling, fur throws to stay warm, and a small-but-mighty shower to rinse clean.
4 guests 1 bedroom 2 bed 1 bathroom
Website: www.airbnb.co.uk
