Author Archives: Independent Cottages

Some tips for keeping your dog safe and happy on a self-catering holiday

One of the many great things about holidaying in the UK is that it provides the opportunity to take your dog away with you. There are plenty of dog friendly holiday cottages throughout the UK, providing a real home-from-home for both you and your four legged friend. Part of the excitement of visiting a new […]

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Let the tails start wagging! Seasonal restrictions are lifted on many UK beaches

Dog rolling in the sand

The 1st October is a date for all doggie diaries as many UK beaches lift their seasonal dog bans. There are of course, year round dog friendly beaches or partially restricted beaches that allow dogs during the summer months but come the 1st October, dog owners have a much greater selection of fantastic beaches to […]

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The East Devon AONB – millions of years in the making yet still unspoilt

Thatched cottages

The East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty covers over 100 square miles of Devonshire countryside with 18 miles of explorable Heritage coastline resting within the area. Stretching from Lyme Regis through to Exmouth, the coastal towns of Seaton, Exmouth, Sidmouth and the resort of Budleigh Salterton all border East Devon and each lie on […]

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Best things to do on holiday in Kent

The ford and bridge at Eynsford

Fondly known as ‘The Garden of England’, Kent is renowned for its abundance of hop farms and orchards, glorious gardens and lush rolling countryside. Also famed for its bluebell woods, flower meadows, iconic White Cliffs, ancient woodlands and mysterious marshes, Kent is the perfect place to enjoy wide open skies and a diverse countryside rich […]

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‘Wheely’ great holiday locations for mountain bikers in the UK

There are many fantastic mountain bike trails throughout the UK, from the world-class challenging routes of the 7stanes in Scotland to the varied and windswept terrain of Exmoor National Park. Whether you are seeking the adrenaline rush of hair raising purpose-built tracks; desire the freedom of country off-road trails; or want the challenge of tricky […]

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Best seaside holidays in the UK

A sandscastle with Union Jack, yellow bucket and spade on a British beach.

If you are looking to blow the cobwebs away and recharge those batteries there is nothing more rejuvenating than a holiday by the sea. Enjoy relaxing in the sun with the sand between your toes whilst listening to the waves gently crashing on the shore. Go body boarding, build a sandcastle or simply enjoy the […]

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Cutting the costs of running a holiday home without compromising on quality

Expenses sign being cut in half

Whilst the steady increase in people choosing to holiday in the UK is good news for holiday cottage owners, on the flip side, it has resulted in more people investing in holiday lets. The influx of new properties has made the UK holiday rental market increasingly competitive. Holidaymakers are therefore able to shop around for […]

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101 Rainy Day Activities To Keep The Kids Occupied

Booking a self-catering cottage is a popular accommodation choice for many family holidays. Not only is it cost effective, but staying in a ‘home from home’ holiday cottage rather than a hotel or B&B means you don’t have to forfeit all the creature comforts that you are used to in your own house. If you […]

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Escaping from London for a weekend break

Boats moored up alongside reeds with golden sunset

With such a fast pace of life in London, we all sometimes need a change of scenery to help recharge our batteries. The pure diversity of the British landscape, combined with good transport links, allows us to explore a range of different pastimes and pleasures whilst still being able to be back at our desks […]

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