Unique Homestays Reviews 

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4.9

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Considering 120 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the stunning locations, often highlighting breathtaking views and secluded, peaceful settings perfect for relaxation. People frequently commend the exceptional quality of the properties, noting beautiful designs, luxurious furnishings, and well-maintained facilities, including pools and hot tubs. The staff and owners are also highly regarded for their helpfulness, warmth, and efficiency, contributing to memorable and special holidays. Many consumers describe their stays as wonderful, magical, and exceeding expectations, making them eager to return for more incredible experiences.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We stayed at a place called Aphrodite. Being the goddess of love, she certainly cast her spell over us. We cannot think of a single bad thing. The location is wondrous, 20 minutes south of Bude and... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We spent a wonderful week at The Hatch in Crantock. The house was beautiful and the place was spotless. The service from the Unique Homestays team was outstanding - from the booking procedure to the f... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had the most wonderful stay at The Shearling, a truly wow property, perfect for peace and quiet. Beautifully furnished with every comfort you could need. The icing on the cake for us was the outdoor p... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another wonderful stay with Unique Homestays, this time at Amaia in south Cornwall. A marvellous beachfront property with breathtaking views. It was perfect for our multi-generational group of 9, with... See more

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Inspirational luxury cottages to rent UK. Unique Homestays beautiful holiday homes with personality include unique cottages in Cornwall, Scotland, Devon, Dorset


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect few days at Over Lemon River

We stayed at Over Lemon River near Oakhampton with our young Labrador. It was a beautiful property with lovely outdoor space and a wood fired hot tub. I can’t fault the property at all. There was everything we needed. The location is perfect for the moors. It was very easy to book through Unique Homestays and the communication was really thorough at all stages. We would definitely go back to this property and book with the company again.

20 April 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Lisa,

Its lovely to read of your experience at Over Lemon River, and of your journey through the booking process with our team. We're so glad that the home and its location exceeded your expectations, we'd love to welcome you back to the portfolio again in the future.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely amazing place

Absolutely amazing place! Close to beach and Newquay. Really enjoyed our selves.

1 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Saara,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, we're really pleased to read that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back again soon.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Gulliver's Hall

Gulliver's Hall - Wow, what an incredible property!

We stayed over the Bank Holiday weekend to celebrate my wife’s 40th, and it couldn’t have been more perfect. The owners were exceptionally accommodating, happily helping with every request—from recommending private chefs to suggesting the best spots on the property to host our main dinner party.

The house itself is stunning: cosy living rooms, comfortable bedrooms, and spacious dining areas that made hosting effortless. The pool house was a real highlight, with its terrace and al fresco cooking area creating a fantastic social hub for our group. Between the hot tub, pool, and padel court, there was something to keep every guest entertained.

We also took advantage of the catering services recommended by Kate. Chef, Ian Ballantyne – The Family Meal. The combination of relaxed alfresco cooking and a refined dining experience for the birthday celebration was outstanding.

It was a truly memorable long weekend—one we, along with our guests, will never forget

1 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear John,

Thank you so much for such a thoughtful review. We’re so pleased that Gulliver’s Hall was the perfect setting for such a special celebration.
It’s wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed the house, pool house and all the spaces designed for gathering together and making memories. We’ll also be sure to pass your kind words on to the owners and to Ian Ballantyne of The Family Chef.

It sounds like an unforgettable 40th birthday celebration, and we’d love to welcome you all back to Gulliver’s Hall and the wider portfolio again in the future.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Property

Just stayed down in Somerset, near Taunton, in a beautiful property. So peaceful and very high quality. UHS are so good at finding amazing places to stay - though would love a few more up north. All the people we have interacted with have been so knowledgeable and helpful. Plenty of information in advance and House Books are very complete.

20 April 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Mr Ravenscroft,

Thank you for your kind words. Somerset is such a special part of the country and we’re happy to learn the home provided the peaceful escape you were hoping for.

We’re also so pleased to read that the service you received from our team felt knowledgeable and helpful throughout, and that the pre-arrival details and House Book added to the experience. Thank you as well for your feedback on expanding further north - it’s something we’re always exploring.

Best wishes
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Booking easy , great property

Booking, ti direct contact with the owners was easy and made the process more personal. The property was beyond expectations with the location & property design and facilities great. It felt home from home. We will definitely return and use Unique Homestays again for other holidays.

17 April 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Laura,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We’re so pleased to hear that the booking process felt seamless and personal, and that the home exceeded expectations in both design and setting.

It’s wonderful to hear you felt so at home during your stay, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service and really…

Excellent customer service and really good comms prior to the stay. The house itself was incredible, and exactly as described with a unique cliff top position with incredible sea views.

6 April 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Gareth,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We’re so pleased to hear that your booking journey felt smooth, that you felt well informed throughout, and that Alba House exceeded your expectations.

We look forward to welcoming you back to the portfolio when the time is right.

Best wishes
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Would absolutely use again

Would absolutely use again - Firstly ‘The Hatch’ was absolutely beautiful and even better than the website could portray and secondly the communication from UHS was exactly what you’d expect from a high end holiday home service provider.
Thank you for making our stay so memorable

6 April 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Steve,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback, we are so pleased to read that The Hatch exceeded your expectations. It’s great to know the communication felt just right from start to finish as well.

We’d love to welcome you back again in the future.

Best regards
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A perfect experience!

We spent the Easter long weekend at Alba House in Cornwall through Unique Homestays. The whole experience exceeded our expectations, the process was easy and the property itself was beautiful with high quality finishes. I don't think you could ever find any properties like this on Air BNB. These are actually people's well loved and cared for properties. Will definitely use again.

2 April 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Brigitte,

It’s lovely to read how much you enjoyed your Easter stay at Alba House. We are so pleased that your booking experience and time at the house itself exceeded your expectations.

Our team will be on hand to find your next carefully selected Unique Homestay when the time is right.

Best wishes
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had an amazing 2 weeks.

We had an amazing 2 weeks.
Everything about staying in this magical place is amazing. Lesley and all her family are lovely and so helpful. It is heaven here...

20 March 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Andy,

Thank you for your kind words, especially as someone we’ve had the pleasure of welcoming back over the years. We’re so pleased this latest stay felt just as special, and that Lesley and her family helped shape such a memorable fortnight.

We look forward to arranging your next Unique Homestay.

Best wishes
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our Stay at Tangle Belle

We stayed at Tangle Belle from 29th March to 6th April, and it truly felt like one of those rare places you don’t forget.

From the moment we arrived, everything felt calm, warm and effortless. The house is absolutely beautiful, full of character, thoughtfully designed, and it has this incredible sense of peace that immediately puts you at ease. It’s one of those homes where every detail feels considered, yet nothing feels overdone.

The setting is just as special. The garden feels like a hidden little escape, and the stream running through it became one of the biggest highlights for our children. They spent hours outside every day, exploring, playing, and even getting into the water to look for tiny fish. The fire pit in the evenings was another favourite, especially making marshmallows and enjoying those simple family moments outdoors.

What truly made our stay unforgettable, though, was Jane and Anthony. They are exceptional hosts, genuinely kind, welcoming, and so thoughtful in every way. You can feel how much care they put into both the house and the guest experience. Jane greeted us with delicious local scones, jam and cream, and fresh farm eggs, which was such a lovely and personal touch. She was also always available with recommendations, all of which were excellent and made our time in Cornwall even more special.

One of the highlights of the trip was following her suggestion to take the train from St Erth to St Ives, it was absolutely stunning and such a perfect, stress-free way to experience the coast.

A very special moment for the children was meeting their baby puppy, Billy, who was just five weeks old. They adored him and it became one of those small but unforgettable parts of the stay.

We are leaving genuinely in love with Tangle Belle. It’s a place full of soul, warmth, and beauty, and we feel very lucky to have experienced it. We already know we’ll be back.

29 March 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Mercedes,

Thank you for such a generous reflection.

We completely agree that Tangle Belle is a very special place, and it’s lovely to read how easily you settled into its rhythm, from time spent in the garden to unhurried evenings by the fire. We will ensure your kind words are passed on to Jane and Anthony, they will appreciate the recognition of the care they bring to each stay.

We’d be very glad to help you return when the time comes.

Best wishes
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very impressed

From the first point of contact , I was impressed with the communication. I started with a webchat enquiry , to which I received an immediate response , then directed to Homestay Specialist Kirstie, who listened to my brief and sent me a range of available cottages. This initial, personable approach, along with the thorough house descriptions and high quality photographs made the choosing process so much easier . We made a great choice and had a fab week in a gorgeous property in a lovely village (Eardisland) - exactly what we asked for. We spoke to the owner too (on phone and text) while we were there , who was very friendly and helpful. Given the high standard of service and accommodation, we felt it offered good value for money and definitely worth it. We’re already looking to book with them again for the summer - I’d definitely recommend them to anyone looking to treat themselves to a more special , elevated experience in a holiday home rental.

30 March 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Emma,

Thank you for sharing your feedback and for your recommendation.

We’re so pleased to read that you found exactly what you were looking for in Eardisland, and that everything felt seamless from the outset. Kirstie will be especially pleased to hear your kind words, and would be very happy to guide you again when you begin planning your summer escape.

Best wishes
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Family Holiday in Cornwall

Unique Homestays made this a lovely family holiday in Crantock in Cornwall and the property, The Hatch, was excellent.

15 March 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Geraint,

We're so pleased to read that The Hatch provided the perfect base for your family holiday. Crantock is certainly a charming village on the North Cornish coast.

We look forward to welcoming you back to the portfolio in the future.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend Hinterland Cabin!

We had the most incredible stay at Hinterland Cabin. The setting alone is absolutely breathtaking, the views are genuinely next level and made the whole experience feel so special from the moment we arrived.

The cabin itself is beautifully designed, with so much attention to detail. It felt luxurious but still really cosy and relaxing, which is exactly what we were hoping for. Everything had clearly been thought through to make the stay feel effortless.

We were also welcomed with a lovely hamper for us and even a bag of treats for the dog, which was such a thoughtful touch and really added to the experience.

Highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique, peaceful escape with stunning surroundings.

16 March 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Raedon,

Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful reflection. Hinterland Cabin was designed for exactly this kind of escape and it is so rewarding to read that the considered design and the landscape came together to make this such a memorable stay for you.

We’re pleased that the welcome touches (for both you and your dog) only added to the experience and we look forward to arranging your next Unique Homestay when the time is right.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Stunning place

The booking was easy, the online brochure, customer service, follow up was very attentive. The venue we picked was even more beautiful than advertised. We felt very well looked after and thoroughly enjoyed our time away.

6 March 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Customer,

Thank you for such a lovely review. We’re so pleased everything felt smooth from booking through to your stay, and that the property exceeded expectations. It’s great to read that you felt well looked after and were able to really enjoy your time away.

We’d love to welcome you back again soon.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a lovely time at Firefly for our…

We had a lovely time at Firefly for our minimoon! It was a really gorgeous little place, cosy and luxurious. We even extended our stay by a night as we weren't ready to leave. I would recommend :)

16 February 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Amy,

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review, many congratulations to you. We're so pleased to read that your experience with Unique Homestays exceeded your expectations and thank you for the recommendation.
We'd love to welcome you back to the portfolio when the time is right.

Best wishes
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Idyllic Idlewylde

We recently stayed at Idlewylde which is our fifth or sixth Unique Home Stay - all our stays have been perfect properties, clean, well equipped, luxury brand goodie hamper and idyllic locations. The weather was not great for us, but it was an amazing place to stay for a couple - fab comfy super king bed, real fire, hot tub, lovely walks in every direction, very secluded in acres of grounds with no light pollution and amazing starry night skies. Almost middle of nowhere but a couple of pub/restaurants within a few minutes drive. Looking forward to returning in warmer weather.

14 February 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear SHL,

Thank you for staying with us again. Idlewylde is such a peaceful spot and it’s great to read it provided a cosy retreat, even with the weather against you. We hope to welcome you back in warmer weather next time.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful week staying at Moku

We had a wonderful week staying at the Moku property in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall. The views, location and house were perfect.

I have booked through Unique Homestays a number of times and the booking process, customer service (before and after booking) is always excellent - thank you Hannah! I would recommend again and again. Thank you!

13 February 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Kate,

Thank you for staying with us again, we’re so pleased to read that you felt the booking process and support from the team and Hannah in particular helped everything run smoothly. Your recommendation means a great deal to us and we look forward to helping find your next Unique Homestay when the time is right.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a great week at Idlewylde

We had a great week at Idlewylde. A beautiful and cozy cottage, private with secure gardens, great for the dogs. The welcome hamper was special with local products, this is a property where everything has been considered to make our stay amazing. With great walking from the door.
I needed to contact the housekeeper with a question, by arrangement she was at the door the following morning with a solution. Brilliant service. Thank you.

6 February 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Jayne,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Idlewylde is a wonderful place for a quiet week away, and it’s great to hear the house, gardens and walks made it such an enjoyable stay for you and the dogs. We’re also pleased the housekeeper was able to help so promptly when needed.
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent stay at the Signal Station

Excellent stay at the Signal Station! Property was in a beautiful location and the accommodation had everything you need!
Would highly recommend!

13 February 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Ann,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

The Signal Station’s position is quite extraordinary, and we’re glad it provided such a memorable setting for your stay.

We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back to the portfolio soon.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A fabulous escape for us

A fabulous escape for us - peaceful, private and plenty of space. The barn is thoughtfully designed, with generosity and great attention to detail. The view is also exquisite. The combination of all above delivers a sense of luxury solitude, and this is rare to find. In addition the Unique Homestays team made it easy to book, listened to our specific requirements, and helped with the detail. I should keep it a secret and pretend you won't like it, but the truth is we have already booked again.

6 February 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear CM,

Thank you for taking the time to share this.

We’re so pleased that you experienced the barn as peaceful, private and generous in both space and design.
It’s also great to read that you felt looked after and that the Unique Homestays team made the process from enquiry to booking and beyond feel easy.

We really look forward to welcoming you back for your next stay.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

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