Looking for something a bit different for your next holiday? Here at HomeAway Holiday-Rentals we have a fantastic selection of unusual holiday homes to rent around the world, from Moroccan riads to Spanish cave houses, Greek olive mills to Italian trulli and French Chateaux to English Lighthouses. Many of these wonderful holiday properties are situated in spectacular locations, providing an amazing setting for a truly memorable holiday.

If you want something a little special for your holiday this year, our collection of unusual holiday homes are perfect for romantic getaways, large groups and special occasions of all kinds from family reunions to fairytale weddings. Whether you’re looking for something luxurious and spacious, quaint and authentic or just something a little different, we’re sure to have a great holiday property for you. Wherever you want to go, we have an amazing collection of extraordinary properties for you to rent in Europe and beyond.

Unusual Properties across the World

Top Five Types of Unusual Properties

Moroccan Riads
These traditional houses are built around beautiful interior courtyards, where you can relax in total tranquility away from the heat of the day. Decorated in authentic Moroccan style, staying in a traditional riad allows you to truly experience this amazing culture.

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French Chateaux
Scattered across the picturesque French countryside we have a fantastic selection of stunning chateaux and castles for rent. Luxurious, spacious and dramatic, these amazing properties are great for special occasions from fairytale weddings to large family reunions.

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Spanish Fincas
Located in the sun drenched landscape of rural Spain, these traditional Spanish farmhouses are a great option for an authentic holiday experience. With plenty of space, freedom and privacy, Spanish Fincas are ideal for family holidays and large groups.

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Italian Trulli
Trulli are the traditional Italian stone cottages with an iconic conical roof which are typical of the Puglia region in the south of Italy. These delightful homes are often situated in picturesque rural locations, making an idyllic setting for a truly special holiday.

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Converted Mills in France
Spacious and authentic, converted mills are a fantastic choice for large groups and family holidays. Choose from our selection of outstanding converted watermills idyllically located in some of the most picturesque setting across rural France.

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Thanks to the passion, vision and sheer hard work of our holiday home owners, we have an amazing collection of extraordinary converted properties for you to rent in Europe and beyond. Across France we have great range of unusual properties from luxurious chateaux to converted watermills and from traditional mas to villas on picturesque vineyards and even a cognac distillery. In Spain we have traditional fincas, or for something even more unusual we have a number of cavehouses. Italy is home to some outstanding converted mills and some delightful authentic trulli homes. Further away, try a romantic log cabin in Canada, a beachfront castle in the Caymans or even a luxury treehouse in New Zealand. However, some of our favourite properties are right here in the UK including a converted church and a houseboat in Devon, and a delightful lighthouse in Somerset.

Wherever you want to go, if you're looking for something a little different for your next holiday, take a look through some of our more unusual properties for a truly unique and memorable experience.

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