This beautiful cottage is perfect for a solo escape or a romantic holiday. It is just outside the South Gloucestershire village of Wick, in between Bath and Bristol and on the border of the Golden Valley Nature Reserve. Guests enjoy easy access to glorious countryside walks and bike rides, as well as the sights and attractions of two historic cities. Further afield but still close enough for a fun day out are Lacock and Lacock Abbey, Westonbirt Arboretum, Dyrham Park, and Stonehenge. The Annexe at Yew Tree Cottage has a 4-Star Gold Award from Visit Britain and is available all year round, including for short stays.
Kingsley Lake View has sweeping views over two acres of landscaped gardens to Chew Valley Lake. The big holiday house in Somerset sleeps 16 people in four bedrooms with a games room, indoor and outdoor self-catering facilities, a hot tub, and lots of luxurious touches to make you and your guests feel welcome and relaxed. You're close to Bristol, Bath and the Cotswolds, with miles of country lanes and footpaths for cycling and walking. The nearby Mendip Hills promise adventure, and there is a fantastic array of local attractions for all ages and interests.
Drystone Manor is a big holiday home in historic Iron Acton, within easy reach of Bristol, Bath and the Cotswolds AONB. Set behind electric gates and surrounded by two acres of private grounds, it sleeps 16 people in seven bedrooms and is perfect for family reunions, hen weekends, special celebrations, and relaxing holidays with friends. Features include a designer kitchen/diner for ease of self-catering, a cinema room, a games room, a full-sized tennis court, and an outdoor heated swim spa.
Once an intimate family-run hotel, Cameley Lodge is a spacious holiday home with excellent self-catering facilities, a vast garden with a hot tub, and nine ensuite bedrooms to accommodate up to 21 guests. Guests love the space and the layout, which is fully accessible on the ground and first floors, the amenities, and the friendly owners who make planning a family reunion, celebration with friends, wellness retreat, or business event so easy. It's in the Somerset village of Cameley with panoramic views of rolling countryside in all directions. For all its rural appeal, the house is only half an hour from Bristol and Bath, and you can drive to Glastonbury, Wells, Wookey Caves, Stonehenge and Longleat in an hour or less.
The holiday home is in Iron Acton, tucked away behind electric gates on the edge of the village and within easy reach of Bristol, Bath and the Cotswolds. Big holiday houses rarely come as good as this. Wood View Barn is a beautiful conversion sleeping 20 people in six bedrooms with lots of luxurious touches, including a games room, a bar, and an outdoor hot tub. Everything is designed for comfort and easy self-catering, whether creating a delicious meal to serve in the formal dining room, enjoying crudites around the island as you cook, or searing locally reared meat on the barbecue.
"Log Cabin in Somerset" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol. Perfectly situated halfway between Bristol (12 miles) and Weston Super Mare (10.2 miles) this quaint lodge provides a lovely little romantic hideaway from which to explore some of the well known spots of North Somerset. Weston Super Mare...
"Honeysuckle Hut, Myrtle Farm" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol. Warmley in South Gloucestershire is a beautiful village nestled between the magnificent cities of Bristol and Bath. Walking around the village, you'll discover everything a self-catered visitor could want or need, including the Kingswood...
"Boundary Barn" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Bristol. The hamlet of Dundry in Somerset enjoys a peaceful rural position, overlooking both Bristol City to the north and the Chew Valley Lakes/Mendips to the south. Dundry has two pubs with restaurants, and is ideally placed for enjoying all the...
"Lime Kiln" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol. The Mendip Hills aonb's northernmost village and civil parish is called Blagdon. It is very interesting and has at least 17 listed buildings, including a church from the fifteenth century. There are two pubs, two convenience stores, and a café...
"The Old Parlour" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Bristol. The tiny hamlet of Regil is one of the three villages that make up the Parish of Winford in North Somerset. Tucked away amongst picturesque, unspoilt countryside, dotted with cottages and farms, it is a tranquil rural spot, close to the Chew...
"Cherry Blossom" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol. Kingswood is a charming South Gloucestershire suburban community near Bristol and Bath. The settlement is named after the Royal Forest, which encircled Bristol and served as a royal hunting park. There are a few takeaways, a shop, a...
"Dew Pond" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol. The Mendip Hills aonb's northernmost village and civil parish is called Blagdon. It is very interesting and has at least 17 listed buildings, including a church from the fifteenth century. There are two pubs, two convenience stores, and a café...
"Cottage in Somerset" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol. This charming glamping pod situated between Chew Valley Lake and Bristol is perched high on Daudry Hill in the northern part of the Mendip Hills offering amazing views across the city. It is a perfect base for couples and solo travellers....
"The Foxes Den" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol. This small village rests on the banks of the River Severn in Gloucestershire. It plays host to a traditional inn serving food, as well as a community-run shop, making this a lovely base for a break of your choice. The attractive market town of...
"Cottage in Somerset" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Bristol. This beautiful barn conversion is situated in the heart of the owners working farm and is in the delightful village of Stanton Drew famous for its prehistoric stone circles. To the south are the Mendip Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural...
"House in Somerset" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Bristol. Located in the Somerset village of Saltford, you will be able to take full advantage of the village amenities with a selection of pubs and shops within walking distance. You will find a wide selection of activities nearby, including cycling,...
"Oxbarton" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Bristol. Blagdon is a village in the Mendip Hills aonb. Boasting There are 17 listed buildings in and around the village, as well as a 15th century church. Its amenities include two pubs, two convenience stores and a café. Blagdon Lake offers fishing,...
"The Loft At Nordrach Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Bristol. Blagdon is a friendly village and civil parish in the northern part of the Mendip Hills aonb. Boasting no less than 17 listed buildings as well as a 15th century church, it holds much interest. In terms of amenities, it offers two pubs, two...
"Old Stables" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in Bristol. Pensford is a picturesque village nestled near the beautiful Chew Valley Lake in Somerset and Mendip Hills aonb. Offering an idyllic countryside setting and taste of quintessentially rural life, Pensford is ideally-situated to be able to...
"Cottage in Somerset" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Bristol. Saltford is a popular Somerset village and has a good selection of pubs and shops within walking distance. It is just a short drive from the historic spa city of Bath (5 miles) which is steeped in history and well worth a visit for its...
"Alison Court" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol.
"The Sunningdale - Your Apartment" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol.
"Brunel Loft Apartments - YA" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol.
"144 Lower Cheltenham Place" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol.
"The Dark Horse" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol.
"Anstey Heights Apartments" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol.
"The Crafty Cow" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol.
"Number 1 Park Apartments" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol.
"Prince Street Studios" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Bristol.
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When it comes to accommodation for your stay in Bristol, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from. The city boasts an array of wonderful holiday cottages suitable for groups of all shapes and sizes. Whether you’re looking for self-catering accommodation in Bristol large enough for the extended family or a romantic stone cottage just for two, we know all the best holiday cottages in the local area. What’s more, our cottages are privately owned, so you’ll book directly with the owner and save on the average price.
You definitely won’t be bored during your Bristol holiday. From museums, galleries, churches and historical sites to theatres, concerts, play centres and parks, there’s something to do, no matter the weather or season. Kids and adults alike will love a visit to Aerospace Bristol: an aerospace museum which has received great acclaim over the years. Meanwhile, any active types will want to set off on a cycle tour of the city. Fancy a visit to Bristol sometime soon? Take a peek at our full range of cottages below.
Whether you’re visiting with family, friends or your other half, there’s plenty to do and see in Bristol. History buffs, nature lovers, science fans and culture aficionados will all adore this vibrant South West city.
If you’re travelling from one of the major cities in the UK, below shows an average distance to Bristol, so you know what to expect when choosing to visit by car.
London: 118 miles
Birmingham: 92 miles
Glasgow: 372 miles
Liverpool: 180 miles
Manchester: 168 miles
Leeds: 208 miles
Edinburgh: 374 miles
Newcastle: 299 miles
When it comes to holiday destinations, the South West of England is hard to beat. Full to the brim with history, culture and natural beauty, you’ll find a warm welcome wherever you choose to venture.