The UK coastline is over 7,700 miles long from windswept Highland beaches to the rugged coast of Cornwall. No two shorelines are the same and lovely pebble beaches are particularly captivating. Fascinating fossils, smooth stones and delicate shells give a special allure that makes a day at the seaside an adventure just waiting to happen. […]
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What type of beach person are you? Whatever one of the UK’s beaches floats your boat (see what we did there?) you will find the perfect place along its 7,700 miles of coastline. If you’re looking for inspiration, these are the nine best places to stay by the sea in the UK. 1. Talisker Bay […]
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It goes without saying that children often have vivid imaginations. Imaginations that let them see the world in a different, more colourful and exciting way. A cardboard box can be a rocket up to space and a blanket draped over two chairs can become a medieval castle guarded by dragons. As adults, we often miss […]
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At Independent Cottages, we are well aware of how much Brits love visiting the nation’s beaches. Whether it be a day trip, weekend getaway, or longer holiday, many people flock to the British seaside to relax, unwind, and make memories with family and friends. And it’s not hard to see why – miles of sandy […]
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The Great British staycation, a trend amplified by Britain’s COVID-19 lockdowns and the demand for which has caused prices of staycation properties to soar over the last couple of years. Accommodation in popular seaside resorts such as St Ives and Whitby actually increased by as much as 35% on average during the pandemic, according to […]
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We may live in an increasingly digital world, with the likes of Tripadvisor, Tiktok and Instagram taking the travel world by storm, but it appears that people are still keen to stick to the basics when it comes to recommendations. Because, according to a research study, it is the humble travel guidebook that is still […]
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New Year’s. A time to be grateful for the year previous. A time to be hopeful about the year ahead. A time to set resolutions to continue good practices, change undesired traits or behaviours and accomplish personal goals. But many of us find ourselves setting the same New Year’s resolutions each year but… never really […]
>> Read full articleHow do you attract off peak bookings? I try to be as flexible as possible. Whilst during the school holidays I have set changeover days, off peak I allow guests to arrive and depart on any day, for a minimum of three nights. I use the last-minute offers page on the Independent Cottages website and […]
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If you’re planning a trip to the Scottish Highlands, we have all the information you need so that you can make the most out of your time here.
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If you love exploring the wilderness with your dog, there are some great spots around Northumberland to enjoy a getaway with your four-legged friend.
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