Discover the BEST quirky places to stay with babies and toddlers including a converted bus, lighthouse cottage and even a fire engine! Perfect for families looking for somewhere ‘different’ to stay with babies and toddlers!  If you click on a link in this piece, we may earn affiliate revenue.

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#1. Daisy Decker Bus – Yorkshire

This fabulous converted bus is a must for families looking for a unique place to stay with their toddler! The bus is also just a 5 minute drive from the seaside resort of Withernsea and has its own enclosed garden with a picnic bench and swings!

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#2. Brunel Boutique Holiday Park

The Brunel Boutique Railway Carriages are located in the seaside resort of Dawlish Warren close to the Blue Flag beach! The MK1 railway carriages date from the 1950’s and 1960’s and have been recently renovated into luxury holiday accommodation which are perfect for toddler holidays!  Each carriage has three bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, flat screen TV, Wi-Fi and even heated flooring making it a good choice for an all year-round break.

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#3. A Lighthouse Keepers Lodge – Sunderland

Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage is a cosy seafront house at the end of Souter Lighthouse overlooking the sea in Tyne and Wear. The Lighthouse was built in 1871 to warn ships of the dangerous rocks at Whitburn Steel, and this cottage was the home of the lighthouse keeper and his family. There are stunning sea views from the cottage and an enclosed garden for little ones to play in. Souter Lighthouse itself is great for babies and toddlers. As well as climbing the 76 steps to the top of the lighthouse, there is also a pirate playground and wildlife garden.  And of course, you will have the beach the play on!

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#4. Fire Truck Retreat – The Lake District

Perfect for fire engine lovers, this former fire truck has loads to keep mini firefighters happy including fire engine beds and a fireman’s pole! A great option for families looking for a quirky toddler friendly cottage in the Lake District.

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#5. The Wild Duck – Norfolk

The Wild Duck is a quirky 3 bedroom converted boat dating back to the 1870’s and is just 200m from the beach! The perfect place for families looking for a quirky place to stay with a toddler!  The boat nestles behind the dunes overlooking Snettisham RSPB reserve on one side and The Wash and beach on the other.  The boat has 3 bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen and outdoor seating area.

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#6. Ship Themed Cottage in Devon

Gara Hideaway is a stunning ship themed cottage just steps from the sea in Appledore, Devon.  It has a wooden playhouse in the garden and a ship themed loft bedroom with a ship wheel and bell!

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#7.  Pendeen Lighthouse – Cornwall

Check out this gorgeous lighthouse cottage overlooking the Atlantic Ocean at Pendeen Lighthouse just 6 miles from Lands End!  Argus Cottage is one of two holiday cottages available at Pendeen Lighthouse (along with Solebay Cottage, which sleeps 4 people) and has a dramatic location on a granite headland on the North Cornwall Coast within a Site of Special Scientific Interest and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.  It’s a really cozy cottage with 2 bedrooms (1 double and 1 single) with a sitting room with sea views, kitchen, dining room and bathroom.  Outside there is a large, walled patio to the rear of the property.

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#8. Carmel Log Cabin – Scotland

Carmel Log Cabin is a super stylish 2 bedroom log cabin on Anglesey which has a wood fired hot tub, enclosed garden and play area! The beach is just 5 miles away.  Families will love the open plan layout, stunning views and light and airy interior.  Outside there is large garden with a lawn with fantastic views of the Snowdonia National Park.  There is also the wood fired hot tub which is a great way of enjoying the views! Carmel Log Cabin is all set up for alfresco dining with outdoor garden furniture and a charcoal BBQ.  Toddlers will love the swings in the corner of the garden!

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#9. Showman’s Wagon At Folly Farm

Roll up, roll up! Fancy something a bit different? Check out the Showman’s Wagons at Folly Farm adventure park in Pembrokeshire! These funky fairground styled caravans are themed around fairground rides which you will find in the vintage fairground at the Folly Farm attraction right next door – choose from a carousel or waltzer themed caravan! Each wagon has two bedrooms and sleeps two adults and two children. They also have an open plan kitchen and dining area, a double room, single room with two bunk beds and a family shower room.  Unlimited free entry to Folly Farm is included for the duration of your visit.

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#10. The Secret Bus – Devon

The Secret Bus is located in its own private woodland in the South Hams of Devon.  It’s a 20-minute walk or a 5 minute drive from the beach. Toddlers will love staying in this family friendly converted bus which has an open plan kitchen area and shower (with hot water!)  Upstairs is the top deck with a cosy seating area and comfy sofa which converts to a double bed.  There are also 2 bedrooms – 1 master bedroom with a double bed and a second twin room with bunk beds.

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