We are delighted that Warksburn Old Church has been hand-picked by the team at Host Unusual for their latest feature, “Shhh! Unusual ‘Hushpitality’ Retreats for Total Holiday Tranquillity”, written by Nina Jervis-Green.
What is 'Hushpitality'?
As Host Unusual explores in the article, “hushpitality” is a growing travel movement reflecting what so many holidaymakers are seeking in our busy, always-connected lives: blessed peace, quiet, and intentional restoration. True hushpitality goes beyond simply sleeping in a quiet bedroom—it is about retreats that are bespoke-designed from the ground up for deep tranquillity, where your mind unwinds naturally and you can reconnect in complete comfort and privacy.
Passivhaus Engineering: Thermal and Acoustic Sanctuary
While our peaceful setting in the rural North Tyne valley—on the edge of the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park near Hadrian’s Wall and Kielder Water—provides a naturally serene backdrop, the hushpitality experience at Warksburn Old Church is also rooted in our architecture.
As the world’s first Passivhaus-certified church conversion, the building’s ultra-high-performance thermal envelope—featuring super-insulated walls and roof, triple-glazed windows, and an airtight construction—does much more than guarantee a cosy, draught-free Net Zero interior year-round. That same Passivhaus thermal insulation also delivers exceptional acoustic insulation. Step across the threshold and the outside world simply falls away, enveloping you in a hushed, cathedral-like calm where you can truly switch off, read, converse, or listen to music on the UHD system in complete stillness.
Read the Feature & Book Your Tranquil Escape
Our thanks again to Nina Jervis-Green and the team at Host Unusual for including Warksburn Old Church in this wonderful selection. You can read the full feature over on the Host Unusual ‘Host Writer’ blog.
Ready to experience the peace, quiet, and 5-star Passivhaus comfort of Warksburn Old Church for yourself? Check our live availability and book your stay today.
