Tiny home built inside ex-army Westland Lynx helicopter that served in Afghanistan – and you can stay for £81 a night
IF you are looking for a unique getaway in the UK, perhaps a night in a military helicopter fits the bill.
An ex-Army Westland Lynx helicopter that served in Afghanistan has been converted into a tiny home.
The chopper has been listed on Airbnb as a unique glamping space for your next staycation.
For just £81 per night, two people can stay inside the helicopter located in the old RAF Wainfleet base in Lincolnshire.
The helicopter hosted by “superhost” Diana has a sofa bed with space for two, underfloor heating and a television.
Even the cockpit is still intact so you can sit up front with the controls.
Outside the helicopter is a spacious decking area with a fire pit for cosy evenings.
There are separate kitchen and bathroom facilities.
The Airbnb description states: “If you enjoy camping and small space living and are looking for a quirky place to stay our helipod ticks all the boxes.”
The chopper is a firm favourite with an average guest rating of 4.87 out of 5.
One happy guest called it the “great dream maker.”
She wrote: “This place is a great gem and a brilliant gift for any man-child you may own, a great dream maker.
“Everything you need is onsite and close by the site is very peaceful and quiet My man-child can’t wait to go again in the future, maybe in the other accommodation on site.”
“Amazing weekend in the helicopter. Such quiet surroundings,” another wrote.
“Easy to find. Plenty to do in the surrounding area. The helicopter was spotless, as were the grounds it is located in.
“Can’t wait to return and try the other quirky accommodation.”
A third added: “Absolutely amazing, for anyone wanting a glamping experience with a unique feel, one of Diana’s military vehicles is a must. I couldn’t pass the opportunity to treat my kids to a stay in a helicopter (I also booked the tank too) – such a great treat and so much character – we had a great weekend.”
Diana also offers an animal-friendly stay in a Unimog army ambulance with a lake view in Friskney.
There is also a three-bed stay available in The Sea King, an ex-RAF helicopter sleeping four to five people with a small kitchen area and water sports.
Other quirky Airbnb stays include a double decker glamping bus in Wales for £140 per night or a Oxfordshire townhouse with a shark in the roof.
The Sun previously spoke to a man transforming a Boeing 727 previously owned by Pablo Escobar into an ultimate Airbnb.
But if aircraft aren’t your thing and you’d like to stay somewhere that has been on the big screen, here is a list of six holiday homes from TV shows and films in the UK.
These UK locations featured in films like Jurassic Park and Harry Potter as well as TV shows like Poldark.