For a big family holiday or weekend away with friends, recently renovated Portland House c1870 is the perfect holiday house with beautiful views from the sitting and dining rooms where everyone can be seated together. To celebrate a special birthday or anniversary you can hire a chef, book an afternoon tea party or create cocktails in the bar games room. Enjoy beautiful ensuite bedrooms, sunny BBQ area with outdoor seating, summer house by the water fountain and a private car park. On the edge of Matlock Bath, you are ideally located next to the Derwent River in the World Heritage Site with boat hire, wonderful walks and cycling. Take a short walk into the village for Victorian cafes, CAMRA pubs, restaurants and the famous tourist attractions of The Heights of Abraham and Gullivers Kingdom with Chatsworth House only a short drive away. If you’re looking for a super stylish historic home in a great location with lots of things to do from the doorstep then this is the best place to Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Affording a splendid position overlooking Loch Carron in the heart of the picturesque Scottish village of Plockton, Craigview offers a lovely blend of romantic charm and Highland character. A warm welcome awaits when you stay in this comfortable Scottish holiday cottage with fabulous pubs, restaurant, scenery and wildlife on the doorstep as well as easy access to Skye.
Pembrokeshire has beautiful beaches, fantastic views, delicious food and friendly locals - everything you need for a perfect holiday! Beudy Gwyn can sleep up to six people in three rooms, while its layout means it is as comfortable for couples as it is for family and friends. St Davids, Fishguard, Haverfordwest and beaches like Trefin, Porthgain and Abercastle are all within easy reach by car or bicycle, while the popular Square and Compass Inn is a short walk away. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
A well presented holiday home in a lovely idyllic setting close to the pretty Somerset village of Simonsbath within the Exmoor National Park on the Somerset/Devon borders. Superb location and perfect for cycling, walking and relaxing with a good selection of country pubs and attractions within easy reach.
A 17th Century character cottage located in an enviable position on a quiet foopath leading down to the Abbotsbury's Swannery and Chesil beach. Overlooking St Catherine's chapel. Own parking bay. Abbotsbury has excellent amenities including a village shop, pubs, farm shop, tea rooms, fishing tackle shop, artisan studios, pick your own flowers are all a short stroll away. The award winning Sub-Tropical gardens are a must. A walkers paradise. SW coast path, Macmillan Way and the Ridgeway on your doorstep or find your own way along the many local footpaths.The beaches of Weymouth and West Bay are within 9 miles and Lyme Regis and Bournemouth a little further afield. Bridport and Dorchester are within twenty minutes by car. Tourist board rating: 3 Star
Situated in a tranquil location, Budds Farm provides comfortable self contained holiday accommodation that is within easy reach of the North Cornwall coastline and its many attractions including the glorious beaches of Widemouth Bay and Bude. An ideal base for relaxing and exploring North Cornwall and Devon with their stunning coastline, countryside and abundance of other attractions.
Have you ever wanted to go back to basics and enjoy the simpler things in life? This Scottish retreat provides a 'unique' self-catering experience where you can enjoy complete peace and isolation. On the mainland, the cottage is only accessible by boat (provided as part of the rental) and once arrived, you can experience your own little slice of 'island' life.
Dunningwell Hall is a magnificently refurbished stately Victorian mansion, ideal for hosting families, friends, or corporate retreats. This pet-friendly estate offers the ultimate getaways for parties of up to 22 guests, where magical and memorable family gatherings, special occasions, and once-in-a-lifetime celebrations are the order of the day.
79 Hillside Villa is a holiday cottage in Millendreath near Looe, sleeping four guests, with sea views across Millendreath Bay towards Black Rock. This self-catering holiday rental in South East Cornwall offers one double bedroom and one twin, a modern shower room, an open-style living space, and a large private patio with outdoor dining and BBQ. Just a two-minute walk from Millendreath Beach and its beach bar and café, the property also provides WiFi and off-road parking. Well placed for exploring Looe, Polperro and the South West Coast Path.
This gorgeous stone cottage is in the grounds of the Grade II listed former Manor Farm in the Cotswolds village of Biddestone. It's utterly captivating, sleeping four people in two bedrooms with gardens lovingly tended by the owner. Guests love the location near the village green and within walking distance of the pub. Bath, Lacock, and Castle Combe are all within a few miles, and there are lots of opportunities for country walks, playing golf, and day trips to places like Bristol, Stonehenge, Westonbirt Arboretum, and Swindon's designer shopping outlet. Families and couples are welcome in all seasons.
Stay in a gorgeous converted barn that is located in the heart of Mid Wales. The cottage is on our farm and you are surrounded by beautiful hills, a river flows through the valley and you are surrounded by a vast array of birds, you feel truly remote. The cottage has all you need for a short break, whether this is a romantic get away or as a base to visit lots of what Wales has to offer. Up to 2 adults and up to 2 dogs can stay. No Smoking on site & No Children. Facebook Instagram
Little Owls is as sweet as its name and a lovely choice for families, friends and couples who want to explore the many attractions of both Hampshire and Wiltshire. Nestling in a peaceful position in the picturesque Test Valley, guests can enjoy stunning countryside views, the shared use of an outdoor heated swimming pool (June - September), lovely walks and plenty of relaxation
The Shropshire Hills are heavenly, especially when you stay in a self-catering holiday cottage as lovely as In the Hills. Surrounded by gardens and with panoramic views, this one-bedroom cottage is ideal for two but can accommodate four people when you use the double sofa-bed. It's in the quiet hamlet of Priest Weston, within a short walk of the Miners Arms pub and close to other amenities at Churchstoke. The Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is on the doorstep, and Offa's Dyke, Shrewsbury, Ironbridge, and Ludlow are all within easy reach.
A welcoming holiday cottage sitting in the Cheshire village of North Rode just a five minute drive from the Peak District National Park and within easy reach of Alton Towers, Chatsworth House, the cities of Chester, Manchester and a host of other attractions. Lovely country walks from the door.
Awarded Best Pet-Friendly Self-Catering Accommodation 2025 (Devon), by the Best of British Getaways, along with our other cottage, Dreamcatcher, this hideaway cottage nestles at the edge of Okehampton, less than an hour from both the north and south coasts of Devon. This gorgeous barn conversion is a favourite holiday rental all year round. It can sleep up to four people in two lovely ensuite bedrooms, and is ideal for couples, friends or families with older children. The wealth of local footpaths and cycling routes make it easy to enjoy Dartmoor and the surrounding countryside, while its idyllic location on a non-working farm affords guest the peace and privacy they crave.
Burgate Manor Farm is 230-acres of rural bliss in the New Forest National Park. The estate has seven fantastic self-catering properties including Swan Cottage, which sleeps up to six people in two bedrooms, and the holiday cottages can be hired together to accommodate groups of up to 54. Whether you are a couple escaping for a romantic weekend in the New Forest, or a party of extended family and friends celebrating a milestone occasion, you will love the comfortable accommodation and location just a mile from the picturesque town of Fordingbridge, and close to favourite New Forest attractions like Paulton Park and the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu.
Sleeping up to six guests in two bedrooms (plus a sofa bed), Heron Cottage at Burgate Manor Farm is an excellent choice for families, friends and also couples who like a little extra space around them. Sitting on the edge of the New Forest just a mile from Fordingbridge, this welcoming holiday cottage offers lovely walks straight from the front door, river access for fishing and a great base for visiting the multitude of attractions in the area. Whether you want to explore the forest by bike, car or horseback; or get out and about exploring, you are assured a warm welcome at Burgate Manor Farm.
Couples and families love Grebe Cottage, which offers 4-star accommodation in 230 acres of private farmland in the north of the New Forest National Park. There is space for four people to sleep in two bedrooms, and the holiday cottage can be booked on its own or reserved with one of several other lovely cottages on Burgate Manor Farm to accommodate larger groups of family and friends. Fordingbridge's medieval arched bridge and The George pub are only a mile away, while popular New Forest attractions like Beaulieu and Moors Valley Country Park are nearby. There are miles of beautiful footpaths, cycling trails and bridleways to help you explore the New Forest and enjoy being close to nature in this incredible ancient landscape. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
This delightful waterside cottage sits an enviable position in the Peninsula Marina on the banks of the River Bure in the popular village of Wroxham, the 'capital of the Norfolk Broads'. Within walking distance of the village's many amenities and an ideal self-catering base for exploring the area's many attractions and magical waterways.
Hill Top Cottage is a gorgeous Grade II listed holiday cottage in the charming Yorkshire Dales village of Appletreewick. It is only eight miles to Skipton, and there are several walks available from the front door. The two village pubs are a few minutes away on foot. It's a fantastic area for walking, mountain biking and cycling, and there is also a lot to see and do if you aren't feeling energetic. The Dales town of Grassington (the filming location for "All Creatures Great and Small"), Parcevall Hall Gardens, Bolton Abbey, and the steam railway at Embsay are very short drives. Further afield, visit where the Brontës lived in Haworth, the UNESCO World Heritage site at Fountains Abbey or the gardens at Newby Hall and Harlow Carr. The three-bedroom cottage is perfect for families and available for holidays all year round.
