And with an array of quirky holiday homes, from luxury glamping to the weird and wonderful, it's easy to see why. Online booking site Host Unusual has an array of extraordinary Yorkshire properties up for hire, including these unusual homes just a stone's throw away from Leeds. If you're eager to book a memorable holiday when Covid restrictions are lifted, we have you covered. Here are 13 quirky homes, listed on Host Unusual, for you to book your stay.
5. Flying Yorkshireman, Glasshouses
A nostalgic replica railway carriage with a hot tub, beautifully stopped amongst sheep-dotted fields in a North Yorkshire village. Overlooking a sparkling river, and the old Nidd Valley railway line, the carriage boasts stunning views. The 24ft by 9ft carriage sleeps two people. Photo: Host Unusual
6. Rufus's Roost, Husthwaite
A luxurious family treehouse, privately secluded in medieval woodland with incredible views of the North Yorkshire Moors. It even boasts a den area - accessed by a slide - with a TV, movies, a games console and a popcorn maker. The three double bedrooms sleep six people. Photo: Host Unusual
7. Lendal Tower, York
This striking riverside tower in York enjoys panoramic views and a fantastic location in York's Old Town. The tower began life as a key player in the city's defences, before it took on the role of a water tower in Tudor times. A ship-style ladder takes you to a huge roof terrace with views across the city and the river. Sleeps six people Photo: Host Unusual
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‘Holiday on the Buses' has taken a brand new meaning with Bedroam, an imaginative double-decker bus conversion inspired by contemporary Japanese design. The top deck has 14 individual Japanese-style luxury sleep pods, each with their own personal storage compartment. Photo: Host Unusual