Unique Homestays Reviews 

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4.9

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Evaluating 122 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Travelers frequently praise the stunning coastal locations, beautifully designed properties, and exceptional leisure facilities that consistently make their holidays truly unforgettable and special. Guests also highlight the incredibly knowledgeable and helpful staff, comfortable accommodations, and wonderfully peaceful surroundings that together provide a deeply relaxing getaway experience. Some reviewers were not happy with specific property maintenance, inadequate towel provisions, and disappointing cleanliness standards experienced during their holiday. A few visitors noted occasional practical issues such as limited bathroom supplies, restrictive pet rules, or minor comfort concerns that affected their rest. These specific drawbacks were mentioned by a small group of guests who encountered unexpected inconveniences.

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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 stayed in Cornwall at a property called Thalia. The property is exceptional. Great location, has amazing views across the hills and lovely to watch the sun dip over hills, even in the winter. The h... 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

Amazing collection of properties- great customer service, excellent communication, and just all round lovely breaks. We got engaged in a Unique Homestays property, had our baby moon in one, and more r... 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

Super stay at a beautiful property

Super stay at a beautiful property. The whole UH team were great with excellent communication throughout. Thanks, Simone!

12 June 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear George,

Thank you for your continued support.

It' was a pleasure to welcome you back to, and we're pleased you enjoyed another stay with us. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Simone.

Until next time.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We just returned from an excellent stay…

We just returned from an excellent stay at The Studio in The Cotswolds. We wanted a private, quiet, stay with a place to cook and unwind....and The Studio did not disappoint. We had a huge outdoor private garden area with a grill, pizza oven, and fire pit. The upstairs kitchen dining area walks right out into the patio and garden. There are no views, but it is in the perfect location near all of the wonderful towns, farms, lavender farms, co-op grocers....just a perfect private location. The owner's Lee & James were excellent in answering our questions, suggesting ideas, and assuring our stay was optimal in every way. Thank you Simone for the booking and Lee & James for making our first visit to The Cotswold pure magic. We will be back.

11 June 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Paula,

Thank you for your kind review.

I'm so pleased The Studio was everything you were looking for, and that it made such a great base for your first visit to the Cotswolds. I'll be sure to pass your kind comments on to Simone, Lee and James, who I'm sure will appreciate them.

We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is the first time I have dealt…

This is the first time I have dealt with Unique Homestays and it certainly won’t be the last . The communication with Simone was friendly, helpful and professional. The property was just as described on there website and the views were to die for! The facilities provided was everything you could wish for , with some nice added touches. Would highly recommend.

13 June 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Martin,

What a lovely first impression of Unique Homestays.

Thank you for your recommendation and for recognising Simone's support throughout your booking. It's so rewarding to read that everything was just as you had hoped, and we hope this is the first of many stays with us.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A truly luxurious property with the wow factor.

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 pool and the wildlife around the property a truly unique stay and one we highly recommend. The booking process was so easy and full instructions given clearly to help withour visit, we loved it!!

15 June 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Diane,

The Shearling is an inspiring home with its sweeping views, peaceful seclusion and the year-round heated pool too, we're so glad that it exceeded expectations. Thank you also for your comments on the booking process, it's important to us that both elements of your experience with Unique Homestays, from your first enquiry through to your stay, is just as enjoyable as the stay itself.

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

I book a lot of cottages in the UK and…

I book a lot of cottages in the UK and unique homestays were excellent, and provided a very professional personal service. The property we stayed in, Saffron Tower, was atunning. Everything about the property was top tier, and it was a truly unique and special experience. Well worth every penny

15 June 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Andrew,

Thank you for your lovely review.

We're so pleased to read that Saffron Tower made such a lasting impression, and that your experience with our team matched the quality of your stay. Your recommendation is very much appreciated, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Stunning locations

Great company with truly unique home stays in stunning locations. Smooth booking process throughout & we have booked a number of properties & none of them have disappointed.

18 June 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Katie,

Thank you for your continued support.

We are so pleased to read that each home you choose continues to meet and exceed your expectations, and we look forward to arranging many more Unique Homestays for you in the future.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Incredible Holiday

We recently enjoyed a fabulous 3 generational Cotswolds based family holiday utilising a Unique Homestays property as our base. Everything was truly exceptional. Prior to booking, I found Simone & the team to be very responsive and helpful, and this continued throughout our experience including when we were onsite & had any questions, Angie was able to help.
The home that we stayed at (Palladium) was gorgeous & we were pinching ourselves throughout our stay that we had this opportunity to build treasured family memories in such an idyllic setting. Highly recommend.

8 June 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Meryl,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

We're so pleased that The Palladian provided the setting for such a special family holiday, and that everything from booking through to your stay felt seamless. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Simone, Angie and the team.

Thank you very much for your recommendation and we hope to welcome you back to the portfolio again when the time is right.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Glad to have discovered Unique Homestays

We had a fantastic experience with Unique Homestays. The booking process was really straightforward, and the range of properties available is excellent. The team were always quick to respond and were incredibly helpful whenever we had questions, which made the whole process feel very personal and stress-free.

We stayed at Sundance in Trebudannon and absolutely loved it. The property was beautiful, well-equipped, and in a stunning setting. Jane was a wonderful host and very accommodating throughout our stay. We wouldn't hesitate to stay there again and would happily recommend both Sundance and Unique Homestays to others.

1 June 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Hannah,

What a lovely introduction to Unique Homestays.

It's great to read that Sundance was such a success and that Jane helped make your stay so enjoyable. We always hope the booking experience feels as effortless as the stay itself, so we're particularly pleased that our team could support you throughout.

Thank you for your recommendation and for taking the time to share your experience.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Zephyros, just brilliant.

Zephyros exceeded all our expectations. We booked it a year ago for our family to celebrate a big wedding anniversary, the house and its tranquil setting being ideal. This modern house has all the facilities we needed for a delightful family get together with big spacious bedrooms and living areas and set in a large private garden. To top it off, the house has a large heated indoor swimming pool which was hard to get the grandchildren to leave. The location, just a short drive from the coast became irrelevant as we had everything we needed at this amazing home. The beautifully decorated interior, not so personalised that you felt you were in someone else’s living space was perfect. We can’t praise the owners and Unique Homestays enough and will be sure to return in the future.

22 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Michael,

Thank you for your lovely review.

We're so pleased that Zephyros provided the perfect setting for such a special family celebration. It's wonderful to read that the house, gardens and indoor pool were enjoyed by everyone, and that it exceeded your expectations after such a long awaited stay.

Thank you for your kind words about both the owners and our team. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The best of the best

We have had quite a few trips with Unique Homestays now and they have all been wonderful. Yes, the properties are more expensive than an AirBnB or similar but they are so unique and special and the degree of care taken so much higher, it is really worth it especially for a special occasion. A few highlights:

1) Hansa - this is a little gingerbread cottage from the 19th century that looks right out of a picture book. We had the beautiful cosy cottage, private lake view and deck, and so much more. The hamper was the best we ever had with vegan items specially picked out for us (usually we get things we can't eat or a v thin hamper with meat/dairy items removed) and the dog was treated just as well with a bed, special towels and even vegan dog treats for him. All in all we felt very looked after and had a wonderful time. We didn't want to leave!

2) Ukiyo - we have stayed here more than once and would be tempted to move here if it was an option. We later hired the designer to consult on our own home because we loved it so much. The view is also perhaps the best in the UK. Enough said!

3) Firefly - another fairytale cottage, as beautiful as the pictures and so clean and well equipped. We took one of my all time favourite pictures of our little dog in the wooden kitchen looking like something out of a children's book

4) the Glasshouse - we went here with a group and everyone is still talking about it being the nicest house they've ever seen. Views for days, private hot tub and river swimming deck, incredible spaces to sit together and hang out...couldn't have been better or more special

5) Pepper Shack - so beautiful inside and out, total privacy. The perfect place for a cosy romantic weekend. Also a very good price for somewhere so special

6) Figgy Court - a gorgeous place we stayed for my husband's birthday. Weather was dire (December) so we mainly stayed inside but it was beautiful and cosy and felt special anyway. The dog loved it too and the garden had a fence and gate so very safe for him

We have never had an issue with cleanliness of any of the homes or with getting a damage deposit back even when we've had small accidents like breaking a glass (we always let the owner know if something like that happens). We will continue to stay with UH for sure

22 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Clare,

What a pleasure it was to read this, thank you.

To have welcomed you back for so many stays, and to see such a wonderful collection of homes featured here, means a great deal to us.

We smiled at your descriptions of Hansa's gingerbread cottage charm, your love affair with Ukiyo and the image of your dog in Firefly's kitchen that sounds every bit as magical as the cottage itself.

It's also lovely to read that The Glasshouse left such an impression on your group, and that Pepper Shack and Figgy Court felt just as special in their own way. Every home in our collection has a unique character, and it's incredibly rewarding to know that each one has given you something memorable to take away.

Most of all, thank you for your continued trust in Unique Homestays. We look forward to helping you discover the next favourite on your list.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Selkie on The Isle of Skye…

We stayed in Selkie on The Isle of Skye and had an amazing week. The standard of the property was exceptional, it was very clean and well equipped with everything we needed for a luxurious weeks stay. The hamper was excellent and provided us with everything we needed upon arrival and until we could find supplies. The property wasnt cheap, but you 100% get what you pay for and I wouldn't hesitate to return.

24 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Emma,

Thank you for sharing your experience at Selkie. It's great to read the house lived up to expectations and that you found it so well equipped for your stay on Skye.

Thank you, too, for mentioning the welcome hamper. We know how important first impressions are, particularly after a long journey, so it's lovely to hear it helped you settle in straight away.

We also really appreciate your comments on value. Selkie is a special place, and we're glad you felt the experience matched what you'd hoped for. We look forward to welcoming you back to the portfolio in the future.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Atelier Rose

We've just finished a week at Atelier Rose in Herefordhsire and have had a wonderful experience. The sunshine helped of course, but the house and garden(s) are magnificent, located on the banks of a river (almost literally) in a picture postcard english countryside village.

The owner of the property set the perfect tone with his warm text message of welcome and when I spoke with him during the week, he was charm and efficiency personified. A man of thought and care, and this was reflected in the way the house was furnished and equipped. Homely but beautiful, a great blend of classic and modern, comfortable and very well appointed.

The garden was a joy - lawn, then herb garden mixed with topiary, then wide lawn, then a beautiful orchard at the rear of the property. The kids covered every inch in 7 sun drenched days!

Lots to do around and about, cultural, foodie, and city stuff all within a half hour drive.

Very highly recommended - thank you!

22 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Beej,

Atelier Rose is very much a house that's shaped by its owner, so it's particularly nice to read your comments about the welcome you received and the care that's gone into the interiors, gardens and guest experience.

Your description of the grounds paints quite a picture too. Seven days of sunshine certainly helps, but having lawns, an orchard and plenty of space to explore is exactly what makes the property work so well for families.

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for highlighting both the house and its Herefordshire setting.

We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Faultless experience

The high standards and professionalism of the team are excellent and the booking is made easy. The properties are excellent and the attention to detail is perfect with the iPad helping to provide all the necessary information.

8 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Martin,

Thank you for choosing to stay with Unique Homestays again. It’s great to know that another property in the portfolio lived up to expectations and that you found everything easy and well organised throughout. We really appreciate your continued support and your kind comments regarding the team and booking process, we hope to welcome you back for another stay soon.

Best wishes
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Slate Path

The location of the house sits high above Trebarwith Strand beach. The house works very well for a large family or friends. One has a sense of the outdoors when in the house because the view is spectacular. The beach is a sandy beach which is great for children. It is a cove beach so only during low tide is it accessible. The house is immaculately presented and well equipped.

15 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Lisa,

Thank you for your lovely review. The views from The Slate Path really are hard to beat, and it's so nice that you enjoyed that connection to the outdoors throughout your stay. It sounds like the house suited your group perfectly, and we’re so pleased the location, beach and presentation of the property all made such an impression.

Thank you for returning to stay with Unique Homestays again, we'll be on hand to help plan the next stay when the time feels right.

Best wishes
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant

Really easy booking experience (lovely website and plenty of information). The property was beautiful and we are already planning our next stay.

9 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Kirsty,

It's lovely to read that you enjoyed your stay and found the booking process to be smooth from the outset. We'll be sure to pass on your feedback about our website, our tech department will be very pleased to read your kind words, it's and even better to hear that you are already thinking about your next Unique Homestay.

We’d love to welcome you back again soon.

Best wishes
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Penny Black we'll be back

We had a wonderful 3 night stay in Penny Blacks in Devon and will definitely return to this property. We found booking with unique homestays super easy and thought it was good value for the stay. The house is very well equipped and most importantly clean with a very helpful welcome Hamper. It's in such a charming location next to a beautiful old church, opposite a green, a stones throw from a wonderful pub and a beautiful short walk to Bovey Castle.
We found Hannah at unique homestays very responsive and always helpful.
We have already recommended the property to others and will definitely rebook in the future.
It was myself, my partner, our 4 year old son and our small dog.

8 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear MB,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Penny Black. It’s great to read that you had such a lovely stay and enjoyed both the house itself and its setting in the village. We’re so pleased the property worked well for the whole family, including your dog, and that the welcome hamper and cleanliness stood out. Hannah will also be pleased to hear your kind comments. We really appreciate the recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Best wishes
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy booking process, excellent service, beautiful property

The team at Unique Homestays was incredibly helpful in finding a suitable property and throughout the booking process.
We stayed at Ember which was a wonderful house for a large group - excellent facilities, beautiful decor and wonderfully presented. The perfect place for a special gathering. I couldn’t recommend Unique Homestays - or Ember - more!

7 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Georgina,

It was great to welcome you to Ember, we're really pleased that you enjoyed your time time there and that the house lived up to expectations.

We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.

Best wishes
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Wonderful Family Celebration at Serpentine

Our stay at Serpentine was truly exceptional and provided the perfect setting for my 60th birthday celebration with the whole family. Everyone was deeply impressed by the beautiful surroundings, stunning views, and the peaceful atmosphere of the property.

The house itself was immaculately clean, thoughtfully designed, and equipped with absolutely everything needed for a comfortable stay. It was clear that a great deal of care and attention had gone into creating and maintaining such a wonderful place.

We are very grateful both to the owners and to Unique Homestays for the organisation, support, and upkeep of such a special property. My entire family thoroughly enjoyed the experience, and it is a place we will remember with great warmth for many years to come.

There is every chance that we will return again in the future for another special family occasion.

10 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Sergey,

Thank you for such a thoughtful review. We’re so pleased Serpentine provided the perfect setting for your 60th birthday celebration and that the whole family enjoyed their time together there. We're glad to read that the house, surroundings and peaceful atmosphere made such an impression. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to the owners as well.

We hope to welcome you back for another special family occasion in the future.

Best wishes
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

UH; always exceptional

We always use Unique Homestays when we are looking for an incredible property for a UK holiday and they have never disappointed. The service and the quality of properties they offer is unmatched

4 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Robyn,

Thank you for your continued support. It means a great deal to know that you return to Unique Homestays time and again for your UK holidays. We’re so pleased you’ve consistently found both our collection and our service to be exceptional, and we look forward to helping you discover many more incredible stays in the future.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Most Beautiful house

Most Beautiful house. We loved every minute of our stay. Would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful house in the Cotswolds

4 May 2026
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Reply from Unique Homestays

Dear Yael,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, its great to read that the experience exceeded your expectations.

We hope to welcome you back again soon.

Best wishes,
Team Unique

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