Treat your family and your friends to a holiday in this fabulous self catering rental in the heart of Montgomery in the Welsh Marches. The Old Post Office has been beautifully restored and modernised yet still retains its original Georgian elegance and charm. Accommodation includes four bedrooms and two bathrooms on the upper two floors and a huge, open plan living/dining and kitchen area on the ground floor. There are fantastic walks around Montgomery, with more walking and cycling opportunities in the nearby Shropshire Hills. It's perfect for lazy summer holidays and equally wonderful for a cosy stay in winter and over Christmas.
Tucked beside our farmhouse, this beautifully finished two-bedroom cottage offers a peaceful country escape with a touch of luxury. French doors open onto a private patio with fire pit, perfect for relaxed evenings under Yorkshire skies. Enjoy on-site fishing lakes and scenic rural walks. Beyond the garden lies the UK’s third-largest parrot sanctuary — vibrant by day, peaceful by night — creating a truly unique stay.
Heron View is a 4-Star holiday cottage on the edge of Pickering in North Yorkshire, close to the North York Moors National Park and North Riding Forest and within easy reach of beaches like Scarborough and Robin Hood's Bay. It sleeps eight people in four bedrooms and is well suited to big families, extended families or friends. Excellent on-site amenities include an indoor swimming pool, playground, 10 acres of grounds that include woodlands, fields and a river. The cottage is one of seven superb self-catering Yorkshire cottages at Low Costa Mill. It is available for bookings all year round. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Thresher Cottage is a dog-friendly, two-bedroom self-catering cottage near Pickering. It sleeps up to four people and is perfect for couples or families at any time of year. The cottage is at Low Costa Mill near Pickering, with excellent onsite amenities that include an indoor swimming pool, bike washing and secure storage, and 10 acres of woodland, gardens and playing fields. The North York Moors is on the doorstep, with miles of footpaths and cycling routes through moorland and around coastal towns like Whitby and Scarborough. Thresher Cottage can be booked with other cottages at Low Costa Mill to accommodate extended families and groups of friends. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Farrier's Cottage is at Low Costa Mill near Pickering, where amenities include woodland walks, an indoor swimming pool, 10 acres of grounds, duck ponds and a children's play area. The dog-friendly cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is ideal for couples or families. Pickering is only 1.5 miles away, with a weekly market, a great choice of shops and places to eat and attractions that include Pickering Castle and the Beck Isle Museum. From here, you can easily explore the North York Moors National Park, Dalby Forest, and coastal towns like Whitby and Scarborough. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Perfect for couples, Carters Cottage is well-equipped to a 4-Star standard and offers guests the use of excellent on-site facilities that include an indoor swimming pool and 10 acres of grounds. With a log-fire, the holiday cottage is a welcoming bolt-hole for two at any time of the year and sitting on the edge of Pickering, it has excellent amenities close to hand and is within easy reach of the North York Moors National Park and North Riding Forest. A great choice for those who enjoy walking, cycling, exploring or simply relaxing whilst on holiday. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Wasp Nest Cottage is perfect for couples, friends or small families seeking to escape to the peace and beauty of the Peak District. The period holiday cottage is on the edge of Holymoorside, close to the national park and with stunning walks over the moors accessible from the door. There is an excellent village shop and two pubs within walking distance. Favourite Peak District attractions like Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, Bakewell, and the Heights of Abraham are all within a 15-20 minute drive. The two-bedroom self-catering cottage sleeps four people and features furniture, art and pottery from local artisans.
The Saltings is a spacious barn conversion in peaceful Harty on the Isle of Sheppey, sleeping 12+ guests in six ensuite bedrooms. Perfect for big family gatherings or group getaways, it’s one of five self-catering cottages at Mocketts Farm. Enjoy sweeping countryside views, nearby walking trails, and a warm welcome at the award-winning Ferry House restaurant just a stroll away. Dog friendly, with a safe enclosed garden and access to a shared dog exercise paddock, The Saltings offers a relaxed, rural escape just an hour from London.
Fleet Lodge at Mocketts Farm is a peaceful countryside escape tucked away in the tiny hamlet of Harty on the Isle of Sheppey. This modern barn-style cottage sleeps 6+ across three bedrooms, making it a lovely spot for families or friends looking to slow down and reconnect. One of five cottages on Mocketts Farm, Fleet Lodge is just a short stroll from our award-winning Ferry House pub and surrounded by open skies, coastal paths and cycle routes. It’s also dog friendly, with a secure garden and access to a shared dog exercise paddock. Whether you're enjoying breakfast in the garden or watching the sunset with a glass in hand, Fleet Lodge offers a proper break from the everyday - yet it's still just over an hour from London.
A rare opportunity to holiday in an elegant Jacobean property with lots of original features. Little Northcourt sits in the west wing of a substantial manor house with a private south-facing walled garden, sunroom and terrace. All of the rooms are wonderfully spacious and comfortably furnished with a mix of antiques and modern pieces to create a holiday home that is both beautiful and comfortable. The house accommodates six people in three ensuite bedrooms, with a flexible layout that works well for families or friends. Northcourt House is in the quiet village of Shorwell on the south-west of the Isle of Wight, within walking distance of the village shop and pub and close to favourite sights and attractions.
This charming Mews holiday cottage is a stone's throw from the River Teme and within an easy walk of Ludlow castle, pubs, superb restaurants, shops and other amenities. It sleeps four people in two bedrooms and has no passing traffic, and it is perfect for a relaxing escape for couples, friends or small families. There's always something to see or do in Ludlow and, with the Welsh Marches on the doorstep, guests have a wide variety of places to walk, cycle and mountain bike. Guests of 2 The Vineyard rave about its comfort and location, with many returning to enjoy its hospitality more than once. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
Varden House is a welcoming barn conversion in rural Worcestershire, close to Pershore and within easy reach of Worcester. There is a wealth of things to do during your stay from fishing onsite to walking through ancient woodland, mountain biking in the Malvern Hills AONB, admiring abbeys, castles and heritage buildings, or exploring historic places like Stratford-Upon-Avon. Birmingham and Cheltenham are easy to reach by car, as are Cotswolds towns like Broadway and Chipping Campden. The holiday cottage sleeps up to six guests in three bedrooms and has a layout that suits families, extended families and friends.
A two-bedroom cottage in a converted Victorian barn on a family-run farm close to Pershore and Worcester. Broad Iron sleeps four people and suits couples, families, friends and even solo visitors in the area for work. There is fishing onsite and lots of opportunity for walking and cycling through the countryside whilst on holiday. Rural Worcestershire is gorgeous in all seasons with a fantastic mix of space and easy accessibility to places like Worcester, Birmingham, Cheltenham, and Stratford-on-Avon.
This riverside retreat is perfect for couples but spacious enough for friends and family. The Ferry sits beside the River Tay near Aberfeldy in Perthshire's Big Tree Country, with luxurious touches that include an outdoor wood burning sauna, hot tub, open fire and a log burner. The owners have refurbished the holiday cottage to a very high standard to include oak flooring and high-quality furnishing throughout both floors, including in the two double bedrooms which each have a kingsize sleigh bed. Fishing, golf, walking and mountain biking are all favourite pastimes for locals and visitors, and there are lots of opportunities to do all of these and much more all year round.
Relax by the water in this contemporary architect-designed property with fantastic views over St Just Creek. Sandbar is in St Just in Roseland on the Roseland Peninsula, close to St Mawes and within walking distance of beautiful beaches. It sleeps up to six people in two bedrooms (plus double sofa bed) and is perfect for couples, families or friends, especially those who enjoy walking, cycling and exploring the region's beautiful gardens. These include the Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan and National Trust Trellisick Gardens. Falmouth, Truro and St Austell are also within easy reach.
Enjoy some of the best views in South Devon from this stunning first-floor apartment on Bolberry Down. Guests staying at Ten Ocean Reach enjoy fantastic ocean views and direct access to the South West Coast Path which leads to nearby Hope Cove and Soar Mill Cove. The one-bedroom holiday home is ideal for couples or individuals and is pet-friendly. There is also a 'small double size' sofa bed in the open plan living area suitable for 2 children to share or an extra adult. It is one of only three stunning holiday apartments in this exclusive development, which also includes a popular bar and restaurant. Salcombe, Dartmouth and Plymouth are all in within reach for days out, as is Dartmoor National Park.
Treat yourself to a fantastic holiday at Nine Ocean Reach. The gorgeous ground floor apartment enjoys spectacular ocean views and a location close to Hope Cove and the South West Coast Path. It offers a superb standard of accommodation for couples, individuals or young families and is also pet friendly. Salcombe and Totnes are all close by, and you can see Burgh Island from the window. Plymouth and Dartmouth are within reach for a day out, and there are miles of fantastic footpaths within easy reach, including the South West Coast Path. Short breaks are possible, depending on availability, and the holiday apartment is available all year round.
This charming holiday cottage is in a quiet location only a few minutes' walks from Buxton's shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. It's perfect for couples or groups of four who want a central place from which to explore the Peak District's favourite attractions like Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall, with easy access to stunning walks and breathtaking views. Bakewell, Matlock, Alton Towers and Poole's Cavern are all close, and guests can hire bikes in town to cycle the Monsal Trail and other local routes. Buxton's position as the highest town in England means the views are always incredible. With a full calendar of fun events, it's always a great time to visit and enjoy a stay in Hummingbird Cottage. Netflix has recently been added so even if the weather is not fit to explore the fabulous Buxton, then entertainment is still available in the cottage!
Alexandra Apartment sits in a charming Victorian apartment block in Shanklin, a short walk from the beach and attractions that include a promenade and crazy golf, as well as cafes, shops, pubs and takeaways. Shanklin is a fantastic place for anyone who wants to enjoy the pleasures of a seaside holiday with your other half, your family or your friends. There are five apartments in the building, sleeping either two, three or four people with the apartments being close to attractions like Shanklin Chine, Isle of Wight Zoo, Dinosaur Isle, and the Donkey Sanctuary.
A spacious 16th Century Grade II listed farmhouse in a quiet village within strolling distance of a beautiful rural pub The Bridge Inn, Michaelchurch Escley for food and drinks in a lovely setting, Coffee Roasters and Distillery at walking distance too. Bridgefarm House has it all; Large Hot Tub, Four gorgeous bedrooms and Four bathrooms, provide self-catering accommodation for 6-8 people (10 in two fold up beds), dogs are welcome up to 4, with a huge country kitchen/dining room, living room with a log burner, and plenty of outdoor space. Hereford, Abergaveny, Hay-on-Wye and Ludlow are all close, and there are miles of footpaths and mountain bike trails to explore through the Herefordshire Hills, the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Black Mountains. It's an unspoiled slice of rural bliss that is ideal for a holiday with families or friends.
