Travel Inspiration | Stunning properties perfect for a UK home-swap staycation

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Unique coastal home in Scotland
Holiday bookings are continuing to surge across the UK and many travel-lovers are searching for that perfect getaway for this summer and beyond.
For those seeking an exceptional staycation, exchanging homes is the ideal solution – and leading members-only site Love Home Swap has the most stunning properties to prove it! So whether a contemporary barn conversion or a coastal seaside escape is on your holiday wish-list, let these idyllic retreats inspire your next break.

Love Home Swap has seen a dramatic increase in the number of staycations taking place in key markets such as the UK – the number of home swaps taking place within England, Scotland and Wales is 61% of total trips agreed in 2021. This percentage has more than doubled in two years, with the number of staycations in 2019 being just over a quarter of total trips agreed (26%).
Inspired by the movie ‘The Holiday’, Love Home Swap is a leading members-only global home swapping platform founded in the UK in 2011, the platform allows travellers to enjoy the world through the power of sharing and has been helping members to swap houses and lives for almost 10 years –  www.lovehomeswap.com.
Retro sea-view house in Brighton and Hove
This unique home is located in an affluent and
leafy part of the funky city of Brighton and
Hove. Situated on a hilltop with wonderful sea
and woodland views, guests can enjoy the
perfect balance of the stunning Sussex
countryside and bustling seaside attractions.
Sunbathe in the terraced garden, then cool off
in the stylish outdoor pool.
Contemporary London mansion
This incredible property is only a ten-minute
tube ride into central London, making it a
fantastic base from which to explore the
capital city. Oozing style, just a few of this
home’s lavish features include an indoor
twenty-metre swimming pool, a wellequipped gym and a home cinema hidden in
the basement. Prepare to be wowed!
Converted church in Shropshire
This cool, contemporary and unique residence
consists of three large bedrooms and a huge
living area, making it the perfect getaway for
those seeking a family holiday. Explore the
historic railway town of Oswestry and all it has
to offer with cosy cafes and expansive open,
green spaces
Luxurious Victorian retreat in
Gloucestershire
Built in 1857, this gorgeous home has been
completely renovated to modern standards
with a heated swimming pool, luxury hot tub
and a built-in outdoor kitchen area. Located
in Cheltenham Spa in the heart of the English
Cotswolds, it is only a five-minute walk to the
boutique shops and restaurants
of Montpellier.
Unique coastal home in Scotland
Built on the site of a former Edwardian beach
pavilion, this home’s hillside perch
commands far-reaching views of the North
Sea, while a private path leads down to soft
golden sands. The ultra-sleek, contemporary
façade and interior design combines with an
unrivalled beachfront location to truly
satisfy the wish-list of the most discerning
home swapper.
  Modern barn conversion in South Devon
This breathtaking barn conversion was
designed and built by its architect owner!
With a huge living space, this airy yet cosy
rural retreat features spectacular views of the
countryside, a double-sided log burner, a hot
tub and a pool table – perfect to shake off
those lockdown blues! Close to many
beautiful beaches such as Bigbury-on-Sea,
guests will also have the option to go  paddle-boarding on the nearby River Avon.
Luxury home in Saltford
This vast home is based between the
beautiful cities of Bristol and Bath, providing
plenty of daytrip options. Open-plan, with a
children’s playroom and an outdoor kitchen
and pizza oven, this large five-bedroom home
is perfect for big families! Nearby there are
many great restaurants and pubs such as the
Bird in Hand pub, or head to Keynsham for
local favourite The Lock Keeper.
    Stunning home in the Isle of Anglesey
With four bedrooms and plenty of living space, this Welsh home swap can accommodate up to ten guests. The local village offers a number of quaint shops, ice cream parlours, bars and great restaurants, and the beach is a huge hit with those who love water sports and building sandcastles!
Kayaking and coasteering are available locally, and the island offers 124 miles of coastal walks. Located just 40 minutes from Snowdonia, guests can also grab a ferry to Ireland!

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