Holiday accommodation suitable for 12 people

Spain

Yoga and detox retreat near Orgiva

Yoga holiday retreat in Andalucia Spain

Having both ditched their careers, Rosie and Jonathon Miles, actor and record producer respectively, followed their dream and created this chic therapeutic retreat near Orgiva, in the mountains of Andalucia. Founded in 2002, Kaliyoga offers yoga and detox holidays for small groups of up to twelve people.

 

 

Where: Spain › Andalucia › Orgiva

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Morocco

Townhouse on the Atlantic coast

Riad accommodation near Tangiers Morocco
This five-storey riad townhouse in the fishing village of Assilah, begins with a plunge pool on the ground floor culminating in a glorious roof-top terrace with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean. The house is situated in the heart of the old walled town, regarded as one of the best preserved medinas in Morocco.

Where: Morocco › Tangier-Tétouan › Assilah

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Uruguay

Exclusive beach resort in José Ignacio

Luxury boutique-style beachfront suites in Uruguay
Just a short drive from the glamour of Punta del Este lies the tiny fishing village of José Ignacio, home to these exclusive beachfront suites owned by the charismatic Adolfo Suaya, a Los Angeles restaurant mogul. Sadly, Adolfo knows toss all about websites as casasuaya.com is virtually unusable. Nice houses though!

Where: Uruguay › José Ignacio

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USA

Geodesic domes in Joshua Tree

Geodesic dome houses in Joshua Tree California USA
Bring your guitars and enjoy the acoustics in these Buckminster Fuller inspired geodesic domes, located near the entrance to the Joshua Tree National Park. The two houses can be rented together to provide accommodation and leisure facilities for up to 20 people, making this an ideal venue for corporate retreats.

Where: USA › California › Joshua Tree

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Belgium

Former police boat in Antwerp

River boat cruise in Antwerp Belgium
Having started life in 1958 as a police boat in Germany, this river cruiser has quite an eclectic history. Rebuilt in the early 80's in Holland, it later served as a floating supermarket in the harbour of Antwerp, where it now remains. These days it offers comfortable weekend breaks, and longer, for up to 12 people.

Where: Belgium › Flanders › Antwerp

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Italy

Boutique straw bale hotel in Lana

Esserhof straw bale hotel in South Tyrol Italy
Perhaps the most surprising fact about this boutique eco-hotel is not so much it was built using straw bales, but that it didn't win the regional architecture award - it came second! Situated in South Tyrol, the mostly German speaking region of Italy, Esserhof is a simple yet impressive example of organic architecture.

Where: Italy › South Tyrol › Lana

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Honduras

Lodge with private beach in Roatan

Private beachfront lodge in the Bay Islands Honduras
If you've never considered Honduras as a holiday destination then perhaps this spacious beachfront house on the island of Roatan will arouse some interest. Set within 5 acres of tropical gardens, Mayoka Lodge comes equipped with media room, tennis court, infinity pool with ocean view and a personal chef.

Where: Honduras › Bay Islands › Roatan

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Iceland

Former school house near Akureyri

Large holiday vacation house in Akureryi Iceland
Situated near Akureyri, Iceland's second city and home to only 17,000 inhabitants, the Lava House will appeal to those with a passion for outdoor pursuits and wild scenery. This beautifully appointed home can sleep up to 12 people, making it ideal for friends and family gatherings or even small business meetings.

Where: Iceland › Akureryi

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Canada

Tugboat cruise in British Columbia

Tugboat cruises in British Columbia Canada

These vintage tugboats have been adapted to provide comfortable adventure cruise accommodation for up to 12 people. Visit abandoned canneries and ghost towns as you meander through the calm waters of the Inside Passage, the coastal route between mainland British Columbia and its islands.

Where: Canada › British Columbia

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Argentina

Recycled boxcars near Buenos Aires

Railroad boxcar holiday accommodation near Buenos Aires Argentina
Originally used for transporting freight, these two railroad boxcars, known as Los Dos Vagones, have been imaginatively converted into apartments, each one sleeping up to six people. Located on a large working farm in the rural countryside of Magdalena County, just 60 miles from Buenos Aires.

Where: Argentina › Buenos Aires Province › Magdalena

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