The charming throwback

Some places are built in the city, some simply have it grow around them. These rural relics, which feel almost at odds in their urban surroundings, are a piece of history you get to make yourself a brief part of. These cosy places to stay with a rustic charm, all inspected and selected by us, are perfect for a city break. We think you’ll really hit it off together. If you have a specific requirement in mind, don’t forget to use the “Sort & refine” button to find your true love. Or if you’re still looking for The One take the Sawday’s Matchmaker quiz again here.

Nid d'Hirondelles Gallery

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Nid d'Hirondelles
Caen, Calvados
From €95 p/n

Self-catering

2 places for 2 - 7
Two wonderfully informal apartments make up this artist's home. Discover WW2 history and wander Caen's cobbled streets

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31 Rowan Road Gallery

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31 Rowan Road
Hammersmith, London
From £105 p/n

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2 rooms for 2
A comfy home from home in a peaceful street with charming hosts, and much to entertain on the doorstep and beyond

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Battery Cottage Gallery

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Battery Cottage
Coverack, Cornwall
From £192 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 5
Unspoilt Coverack has all you need for a fun beach holiday and this terraced fisherman's cottage on the coast path is cosy all year round

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5 Chapel Street Gallery

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5 Chapel Street
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
From £100 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

3 rooms for 2
Great for comfort, beauty, character and home baking. Borrow vintage bikes to explore Cambridge: Christine knows it inside out

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