If you’re seeking a getaway full of peace and tranquility, you may want to consider renting a lighthouse or a lighthouse keeper’s cottage to get it. While it may surprise you, there are a bunch of options, some of them very remote, to consider. Their proximity to the water as well as each having a particularly unique historical relevance, lighthouses offer something for everyone. All you need to do is search for them online if you are interested in renting one for your next vacation. Keep reading to discover more about the best 10 unbelievable Lighthouses You Can Rent.
unbelievable Lighthouses You Can Rent
1. Corran Lighthouse Lodge (Fort William, Scotland)
Standing tall on Scotland’s west coast since its construction in 1860 by Thomas and David Stevenson, two renowned lighthouse engineers from the Victorian era, this magnificent piece of architecture still stands today overlooking the Ben Nevis and Glencoe mountains.
If you are familiar with another Stevenson from shortly after that time in the late Victorian age, namely one of the most prominent adventure authors of his day Robert Louis Stevenson (Treasure Island, Jekyll & Hyde, etc.), there is a relation. Robert was Thomas’s son and actually diverted from the family trade of engineering to successfully pursue his writing career.
The lighthouse is not just a wonder to look out from the outside, as it is also adorned internally with five distinct bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, and a comfortable living room with a fireplace built-in.
The lighthouse continues to be operated from its location on the Loch Linnhe edge by the Northern Lighthouse Board to this day.
2. Sveti Ivan (Rovinj, Croatia)
The sprawling coast of Croatia is dotted with more than 1000 islands, making it an ideal place for some gorgeous lighthouses, many of them rentable to guests. One of the smaller islands located just off of Rovinj in the Istrian Peninsula of Northern Croatia hosts the Sveti Ivan (St. John) lighthouse since its construction in 1853. Due to the small area, those who rent the lighthouse will also have the island to themselves. The location of the lighthouse makes it ideal for divers and snorkelers with waters plentiful with colorful wildlife.
3. Great Fish Point Lighthouse (Port Alfred. South Africa)
Towering over South Africa’s Eastern Cape is the Great Fish Point lighthouse, only one of just four in the entire country that affords lodging in cottages for its guests. This lighthouse may be small in stature, but its powerful beam reaches an impressive 32 nautical miles out to sea (the world’s most powerful lighthouse reaches just 5 nautical miles beyond that with 37).
The lighthouse is a short drive from Port Alfred, near gorgeous, rolling South African beaches, and its cottages are great for hosting families, with houses suited for six guests at a time.
4. Garpen Lighthouse (Bergkvara, Sweden)
Located about 350 miles (400 km) south of Stockholm sits Garpen Island, about a 15-minute boat ride removed from the coast of Sweden. The island is host to the Garpen Lighthouse, built in the 1930s. The island’s only residences are the small cottages with enough space for just 20 guests, so if you are traveling with a company of friends, this lighthouse island is a great location to take over and enjoy your own personal pier dives into the Baltic Sea. And don’t worry, there is a cafe on the islands in case you find yourself starved.
5. Big Bay Point Lighthouse (Michigan, United States)
The great lakes have been a flurry of maritime activity over the centuries, so in 1892 the Big Bay Point Lighthouse was erected to help steamers when they needed to change course while navigating across Lake Superior. The lighthouse continues to function today, but it is the last one in the continental US to retain resident keepers.
The interior is quite a high-end presentation with the rooms with the en-suite locations containing amenities that include jacuzzi style thermo-massage tubs. The heritage of the lighthouse is kept alive with the room’s names after former keepers and assistants of the lighthouse crew. If you wish to be immersed in nature and love to enjoy walking or skiing trails, the Big Bay Point Lighthouse should certainly be on your destinations list.
6. Delmarva Lighthouse (Delmara, Malta)
If you spend a night at the Delmarva Lighthouse, your cottage will reside just under the still operational 1856 lighthouse. Originally built by the British, this lighthouse’s luxurious cottages have recently undergone a renovation by Din 1-Ant Helwa, National Trust of Malta. A 10-person crew can take over the entire premises, or a family of 5 can rent one of the location’s apartments. The views of the beautiful waters with proximity to a stunning rocky coast will not be an experience you will soon forget.
7. Fanad Lighthouse (Donegal, Ireland)
Ireland’s Fanad Lighthouse sits atop a cliff that overlooks the North Atlantic waters. This lighthouse is now completely automated, though it continues its job of guiding ships to safety at sea as efficiently as it ever has. Though the lighthouse has undergone a modern renovation, there is nearly no phone signal, nor is there Wi-Fi.
So if you are looking for a true, off-the-grid getaway, this isolated lighthouse might be a perfect place. Stargazers may be particularly enthralled with the experience as on clear nights as the lighthouse offers a stunning view of the Northern Lights. The accommodations include one small cottage that sleeps two and two others that can host up to four people, with all three being individually self-catered.
8. Rose Island Lighthouse (Rhode Island, United States)
To help guide ships across Narragansett Bay in the second half of the 19th century, a lighthouse was built on the southwest corner of Old Fort Hamilton in Rhode Island. This historical gem completed construction in 1870 and now hosts a set of six bedrooms restored with furniture from the early 20th century and other period features. Each room is named after a former keeper of the lighthouse and you can rent each of them for a stay that will take out back in time.
9. The Lighthouse Of Llandudno (Llandudno, Wales)
One of the more unique lighthouses, in that it resembles a castle more than a lighthouse, is nestled on the beautiful coast of North Wales. Construction was completed in 1862 in Great Orme Country Park, just two miles away from Llandudno’s Victorian beach resort. Much like its antique outward appearance, the interior is decorated with Victorian-era decor, with three choices for suites, each with a feeling of the visitor being transported back to the Victorian times. The Lamp Room is a particularly fascinating choice between the three, offering a stunning panoramic view of the waters.
10. The Stavik Lighthouse (Varmland, Sweden)
The Stavik lighthouse is a wooden charmer overlooking central Sweden’s Lake Vanern. Completed in 1860, the hexagonal structure has two of its three available bedrooms squeezed into it, so visitors who prefer a snug and cozy stay will be thrilled. All of the other rooms and amenities offered (living room, kitchen, restrooms, wood stock for your personal sauna), are all in the keeper’s cottage located below.
The freshwater lake is a perfect scene for swimming. The property also offers various boating vessels for visitors to borrow if they are interested in fishing or traversing the waters in a canoe.
Conclusion:
Lighthouses have long been symbols of guidance and safety for mariners at sea. The top 10 unbelievable lighthouses that you can rent offer a unique and historic accommodation experience for travelers. These lighthouses, located in some of the world’s most stunning coastal locations, offer the opportunity to step back in time and experience life as a lighthouse keeper. From remote and isolated locations to historic structures with modern amenities, these lighthouses provide a unique and unforgettable vacation experience.
Frequently Asked Question:
what are the lower lights of a lighthouse?
The lower lights of a lighthouse refer to the secondary lights that are placed at a lower height compared to the main or primary light. These lower lights help to provide additional navigation information to mariners, such as the location of a dangerous shoal or the approach to a harbor. Lower lights are often used in conjunction with the main light to create a unique light signature that helps to identify a specific lighthouse to sailors.
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