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8 wonderful Airbnb windmills for a unique country escape
Holiday rentals come in all shapes and sizes, but if you're after something truly extraordinary for your next staycation, you'll want to check into an Airbnb windmill in the country.
Formerly used to pump water or grind grain, the UK's windmills now offer quirky accommodation for you to hole up in a piece of history while enjoying beautiful, rural surroundings.
And thanks to Airbnb, it's now easier than ever to find unusual accommodation, like Airbnb windmills, as the website recently launched over 50 different rental categories to show travellers that self-catering breaks can be unique and unforgettable, too.
Airbnbs with pianos, treehouse holidays and beachfront properties are just some of the categories for holidaymakers looking for something different.
For anyone opting to stay in a windmill, you can expect spiral staircases, circular living and impressive views all around from the top of the building.
Some of the most atmospheric Airbnb windmills have been beautifully restored by the hosts, who have created homely spaces with cosy seating and farmhouse-style kitchens, while others have added luxuries like swimming pools and games rooms to entertain their guests.
From Anglesey to Suffolk, these are the most amazing Airbnb windmills to book this year.
Stoke Ferry, Norfolk
With its own outdoor swimming pool in a large garden, this Airbnb windmill has summer written all over it. The sprawling holiday home has a main house and a mill tower with seven floors, including seven bedrooms, a games barn, a circular dining room and a seventh-floor viewing platform so you can take in the panoramic views of the Norfolk countryside.
Sleeps: 15
Benenden, Kent
One of the most beautiful Airbnb windmill stays in the UK, this boutique retreat is ideal for a romantic break in the Kent countryside. The thick brick walls and white weather boarded tower stands out against the landscape. Inside, you'll find a French bed, copper bath and underfloor heating. The windmill can also be rented alongside the beautiful garden hideaway if you're looking to travel with another couple.
Sleeps: 2
Woodbridge, Suffolk
A delightful Airbnb windmill stay for two, this boutique escape offers a unique experience as it's the only habitable windmill in the pretty riverside town of Woodbridge. The five-storey, Grade II listed rental has everything you need on the ground and first floors, including a comfortable bedroom and kitchen-sitting area. While here, you can take the stairs to the top to enjoy the views and see what the building was like 200 years ago.
Sleeps: 2
Llancayo, Monmouthshire
Like something out of a postcard, this Airbnb windmill in south-east Wales is a luxurious rental for a big family getaway. There's plenty of history to this ancient rental, too. It was built in 1813 but later destroyed by a fire in 1830. The windmill was only recently restored and boasts six bedrooms, a picturesque location near the market town of Usk and superb spaces for spending time together.
Sleeps: 12
Tynlon, Anglesey
In North Wales, this black and white Airbnb windmill comes with a balcony for you to make the most of the surrounding countryside of Tynlon, near Rhosneigr and its beautiful beach. There are three floors, including a wonderful circular kitchen and a sitting room on the top floor where you can relax and make the most of the views.
Sleeps: 4
Blackthorn, Oxfordshire
This stone windmill near Bicester Village is a Grade II listed Airbnb offering 360-degree views across three counties. It dates back to the 1700s and lost its sails around the 1900s. The owners converted it into a holiday let in 1998, bringing it back to life and creating a contemporary space for a quirky stay in the country. Inside, you'll find a cosy bedroom, a well-equipped kitchen and a lounge with amazing views.
Sleeps: 2
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