Alternative accommodation

Why not stay a while...

Ten unusual places to spend the night to make your stay truly memorable.

Balancing Barn, Thorington

A marvel of creative Dutch architecture. Highlights of this extraordinary four-bedroom property include six acres of private gardens and gorgeous views from every room. www.coolstays.com

Woodland Retreat Lodge, Brundish

This charming hideaway for two is situated in peaceful countryside within easy reach of the coast. Comfortably furnished with an open plan living space and a balcony to soak up the views. www.suffolkhideaways.co.uk

Hex Cottage, Saxmundham

Romantic, off grid fairy tale cottage in the secluded Suffolk countryside, where candlelight and log fires await. www.coolstays.com

The Gate Lodge, Sibton

Luxurious self-catering accommodation in and below extended gate lodges at Sibton Park, Suffolk, designed by neoclassical architect James Wyatt. As you approach the exquisite gatehouses of Suffolk’s Sibton Park, you’d never know the Gate Lodge lies beneath - a luxurious holiday hideaway for four. www.hostunusual.com

The Perch, Southwold

An award-winning, architect-designed hideaway for relaxing holidays by the sea, with glorious Southwold views from all directions. Featured on Channel 4’s ‘Homes by the Sea’, and the proud recipient of an LABC Building Excellence Award, The Perch was lovingly designed by its architect owners. www.hostunusual.com

Mandalore, Henham

Nestled away overlooking the Suffolk countryside in the village of Henham, Mandalore is a tastefully converted barn with high-spec interiors. Sleeping up to six guests in three wellappointed bedrooms with three modern bathrooms, this rural retreat is ideal for a family get together or a holiday with friends. www.suffolkhideaways.co.uk

Lynx AH9A Helicopter Glamping Pod, Kessingland

For all you aviation fans- here we have an ex Army Air Corps Lynx AH9A Helicopter. An interesting past as after active service with the army all over the world, it went onto be a movie star in the latest Fast and Furious Hobbs and Shaw film! www.airbnb.co.uk

Found Tower, Woodbridge

For a unique escape like no other, whisk the party away to this exclusive, luxury self-catering Martello tower on the shores of the Suffolk coastline, set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. www.uniquehomestays.com

The Grain Store, Reydon

Sitting on the private Reydon Grove Estate is The Grain Store, a contemporary conversion of a period detached farm building. Located just 10 minutes from the beautiful seaside town of Southwold. If you enjoy somewhere special and unusual with all modern comforts this is the place for you! www.airbnb.co.uk

Secret Water, Beccles

Secret Water offers visitors a truly unique experience with all the usual glamping fun but on the water in Suffolk. www.coolstays.com