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Hobbit-inspired places to stay
  • If going underground is your thing, how about a night in the world's deepest underground hotel room? Situated just north of Stockholm in Sweden, the Sala Silvermine Mine Suite is where you can enjoy a luxury (and romantic!) cave stay. The suite for two is 155m underground and surrounded by winding galleries and huge caverns. Upon arrival you'll receive a guided tour and be served a basket of cheese, biscuits, wine and chocolate, before spending the night in a suite fit for Bilbo Baggins! £398 per night.

  • This two-bedroom ranch in San Cristobal, New Mexico, is dubbed the 'Hobbit House' by its owners and features antiques, custom iron beds, an outdoor fireplace, patio and tee pees. It is located 25 minutes from the Taos Ski Valley and the Rio Grande, and is just the spot for hiking in the mountains, enjoying picnics among wild flowers and rafting. £116 per night.

  • Tolkien was hugely inspired by the language and landscapes of Wales when he created Middle Earth's fantastical place names. Much of this came from the Usk Valley in south east Wales, and at Buckland Mill you'll discover just why. The stunning 17th century mill overlooks the valley and has 200 yards of private trout and salmon fishing. The mill has retained many original features, such as oak beam and 18th century wood panelling and it sleeps 10, so you can spend a Hobbit-filled weekend with your friends exploring the delightful landscapes that inspired Tolkien to write his masterpieces. From £1,106 for a week.

  • This one-of-a-kind handcrafted home set high on a hillside on Hawaii's Big Island offers expansive views of the southeast side and sleeps three people. Hobbit House is romantic and whimsical, powered by solar and wind energy, and a place where you can relax in quiet and comfort all day long. Perfect for Hobbit fans visiting Hawaii, the house's nearby attractions include Punalu'u Black Sand beach which attracts nesting green sea turtles and Green Sand beach, which is accessible by 4x4 or a two mile one-way hike. From £86 per night.

  • Fancy a camping experience with a difference in Cornwall? How about doing it Hobbit-style by spending the night in a Hobbit Hut? The huts offer a comfortable and warm alternative to sleeping outdoors and are big enough for two. Surrounded by stunning countryside, you'll want to do some exploring too, plus the wonderful Eden Project is one of the local attractions. £49 per night as a gift experience from Buyagift.

  • Gollum meets Bond at the Mount Hartman Bay Estate in Grenada, a wonderfully weird curved structure that resonates with the Shire and offers guests an infinity pool, a helipad and yacht for the ultimate Hobbit stay with a luxury twist. The former private house is now a nine-suite hotel set on a private headland in the south-west of the island. There is a waterfall through the dining room and each suite has an individual theme. Nearby, you can explore lush tropical rainforests, plus dive an abundance of wrecks and reefs. From £212 per night in a Cave Suite.

  • For a taste of Hobbit life in France, book a stay at the medieval Hobbit House in the village of Bellac, Limousin. Possibly one of the oldest homes in the village, it has a lit-clos (enclosed bed) and even an axe-proof door in case of invaders! The unique house, which sleeps seven, dates back to the 15th century and retains its original features, such as its floorboards, tiles, fireplaces and panelling. £65 per night.

  • The magical themed Hobbit House of Montana offers visitors a luxury lodging experience full of imagination. The home in Trout Creek, Montana is surrounded by a whole Hobbit village that comes to life at night with a fantastic display of lights and if you're lucky, the shadow of Bilbo Baggins, as he likes to stay up late drinking ale with his friends from the Shire! The cottage, which sleeps up to three, comes with a well-equipped kitchen, a king-size bedroom and a Hobbit guest bedroom. Just watch out for trolls and fairies! 245 US Dollars (£149) per night.

  • Perfect for nature lovers, the sustainably-built Underground House in Tivenys, Spain, disappears seamlessly into the surrounding landscape. Set in an ancient olive grove, the property for four people has a unique and quirky style with salvaged materials and bespoke fittings throughout. Nearby, you can enjoy the real Catalonia at good, local restaurants, lively fiestas and beaches just half an hour away. From £400 per week.

  • Brochs of Coigach is a pair of unique hobbit houses built into the Scottish Highlands with a modern twist. The arty holiday homes provide a great getaway for city slickers, with their large windows that bring about the feeling of being in the middle of nature, views across islands, the sea and mountains, plus an elegant Morso wood burning stove to watch the flames of a fire in the evening. The homes sleep four but you could rent both and make a group getaway out of it! From £172 per night.

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