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50.111715, -5.169911

The sunny Lizard Peninsula is beautiful in every season, and Ben’s Cottage is a magical place from which to enjoy it. As one of four holiday rentals on Goongillings Farm, it sits on 150 private acres with direct access to the Helford River. You’re within easy reach of Truro and Falmouth and within walking distance of two pubs, cafe and village shop. The single-storey self-catering cottage has a small patio garden and sleeps four people in two bedrooms, suiting couples and families. 

Weekly guide price:
£380 to £900
Short breaks from £80 per night

4  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

54.36173497453629, -2.9151102994648173

Self-Catering Exclusive Use (1st May – 13th June 2026)  - For a limited time, Dome House is available as a self-catering exclusive-use stay. Enjoy complete privacy in this luxury property, with full access to all amenities—perfect for a relaxed getaway at your own pace. If cooking isn’t on your holiday agenda, you can opt for a fully catered experience with your own private chef and drinks included.  Set on a hillside above Bowness-on-Windermere, the house offers breath taking views of Lake Windermere and features five opulent suites, each with a super king-sized bed, luxury bathroom, smart TV, . Guests can make use of the fully equipped facilities while enjoying the indoor heated pool, outdoor hot tub, barrel sauna, and games room.

Weekly guide price:
£14000 to £18550
Short breaks from £2000 per night

10  |   5  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.787882, -4.495612

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.

Weekly guide price:
£553 to £1190
Short breaks from £95 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

52.021480, -3.758650

Enjoying a peaceful location with amazing views and fabulous dark skies, this charming and award-winning holiday cottage is set in 17 acres of private woodland and gardens. Situated near Llandovery in the stunning Cambrian Mountains, this gorgeous rural retreat is perfectly located to explore Wales’ much-loved countryside. Basel Cottage sleeps up to four people and it is perfect for couples, families and friends alike and two dogs are welcome free of charge.  There is a family Games Room and extra activities available on site now include Archery and Target Air Rifle Shooting with a qualified instructor. Winner of Best Dog Friendly Business in Carmarthenshire at The Carmarthenshire Tourism Awards 2024. Tourist board rating: 5 Star

Weekly guide price:
£830 to £995

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 5 Star

52.380641, -4.070716

Everything about this stylish family holiday home has been chosen with your comfort in mind. Elgandy Cottage sits in the tranquil village of Llanfarian, barely three miles from Aberystwyth and a stone's throw from the beautiful Afon Ystwyth. There are gorgeous walks and bike rides from the door, including routes leading to beautiful Blue Flag beaches, into the Cambrian Mountains, and beauty spots like Devil's Bridge Falls. The cottage is perfect for families and extended families, sleeping six people in three bedrooms and having a large garden with a six-person hot tub. The cottage is available for bookings all year round. 

Weekly guide price:
£623 to £2098
Short breaks from £166 per night

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

54.249092, -0.777828

A lovely holiday cottage on the edge of the beautiful North Yorkshire Moors overlooking the steam railway and within easy walking distance of the centre of the market town of Pickering in North Yorkshire. Close to Dalby Forest, Apple Cottage is a great self-catering choice for those who enjoy being active or exploring.

Weekly guide price:
£570 to £800

5  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 7 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.747997, -2.816861

Stay in this charming period cottage in the heart of West Dorset's beautiful countryside. Foxglove Cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is perfect for couples or families who love walking and cycling. It's at the end of a peaceful rural lane in North Chideock, close to the fantastic Hell Lane Holloway that leads through stunning scenery to Symonsbury and Seatown. The South West Coast Path is another favourite footpath, but there is such a wide variety that you'll never run out of options. Guests enjoy exploring West Dorset and the Jurassic Coast, mixing days at the seaside with sightseeing, fossil hunting and visiting local attractions like the Bovington Tank Museum and Abbotsbury Swannery.

Weekly guide price:
£575 to £985
Short breaks from £84 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 5 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.214544, -5.222911

A peaceful cottage on a private horse farm in the heart of Cornwall giving guests excellent access to beautiful beaches and rolling countryside as well as being near Stithians Reservoir and its water sports facilities. There are traffic-free footpaths, cycling routes and bridleways leading from the property, which is around 20-minutes from the cathedral city of Truro, historical Falmouth, arty St Ives and laid-back Newquay. The cottage can sleep up to four guests in two bedrooms, with a sunny garden often visited by badgers from a nearby sett.

Weekly guide price:
£400 to £950

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 7 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

54.582174, -3.329378

Crummock Cottage is a 5-Star Gold holiday cottage in a stunning Lake District location. It sleeps four people in two bedrooms, with guests having superb views towards Low Fell, Grasmoor and the Lorton Valley. It's ideal for couples or families who want easy access to some of the best walking and cycling the area can offer. Crummock Water and Loweswater are nearby as are Buttermere, Scale Force and dozens of other beautiful locations for which the Lake District is famous. The owner offers secure storage and bike cleaning facilities, and pets are also welcome.  Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£680 to £860

2-4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 7 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 5 Star Gold

54.582174, -3.329378

If Visit England awarded stars for views the way it does for exceptional accommodation, Loweswater Cottage would have 5 Gold Stars all around. This superb holiday cottage has panoramic views down the entire length of Crummock Water from the garden. The fantastic holiday cottage is part of Foulsyke, an old manor house, and incorporates the original carriage house elements in its design. It sleeps six people in three bedrooms, one ensuite, and suits families and extended families who appreciate the footpaths, cycling routes and beautiful sights and attractions on the doorstep.  Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£710 to £1125

2-6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 7 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 5 Star Gold

52.128017, -4.508943

Y Llofft is a charming 2-bedroom  single-storey holiday cottage, ideally located just half a mile from the stunning Tresaith beach. With the Ceredigion Coast Path a mere 5 minutes away, and views overlooking the picturesque valley, our cottage promises a delightful escape for nature lovers.  Designed with your entire family in mind, our cottage is both dog and child-friendly. Enjoy the ease of a single-storey layout, ensuring accessibility and convenience for all. With a capacity to sleep 3 guests, it's an ideal retreat for a small family or a couple seeking a cosy getaway.   Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£545 to £875
Short breaks from £135 per night

3  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 4 Star

50.402487, -5.111422

Fancy staying in a thatched holiday cottage by the coast? Ship Inn Farmhouse is a gorgeous Grade II listed property in Crantock, less than 500 metres from the sand, cafes and a pub serving food if you don't feel like using the self-catering facilities. It sleeps eight people in four bedrooms and is great for families and friends. Guests love the original features updated with modern comforts and its proximity to the beach. Newquay is only two miles from the door, and you're within walking distance of the South West Coast Path. 

Weekly guide price:
£1550 to £2450

8  |   4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

55.911295, -2.795154

Set on a farm amongst beautiful rolling countryside, this holiday cottage offers a high standard of self-catering accommodation and is a perfect base for exploring East Lothian and its many delights. With Edinburgh easily accessible within 30-minutes by car and the coast just 15-minutes away, The Stables is perfect whether you fancy relaxing or exploring. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£650 to £900
Short breaks from £125 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 4 Star

54.237426, -0.719914

A delightful holiday cottage in the pretty village of Thornton-le-Dale near Pickering within the North York Moors National Park. With Dalby Forest on the doorstep, Lumley Cottage is a superb self-catering base for exploring the areas many attractions and enjoying a host of outdoor pursuits.

Weekly guide price:
£450 to £895
Short breaks from £100 per night

3  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

51.963586, -1.913420

With spectacular views in all directions, The Old Stables is a perfect holiday cottage for people who love long countryside walks. The Cotswold Way passes nearby, and Hailes Abbey, Sudeley Castle and Winchcombe are within a few miles. It's impossible to decide whether the Cotswolds are more beautiful in spring, summer, autumn or winter. Still, with holiday bookings available all year round and short breaks possible, you can stay at The Old Stables in any season and enjoy being close to Cheltenham, Broadway, and Stow-on-the-Wold, and less than an hour from Blenheim Palace and Stratford-Upon-Avon. With self-catering accommodation for four people in two bedrooms with two bathrooms, there is ample room for couples, families or friends.

Weekly guide price:
£480 to £550
Short breaks from £95 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.111715, -5.169911

The Barn occupies a stunning location near the beautiful Helford River in Cornwall. Sleeping up to eight people, it is perfect for families and friends who want to enjoy the beaches, towns and countryside without being tied down to just one of them. The entire Lizard Peninsula is spread out before you, with miles of beautiful places to walk, cycle, kayak and swim. Falmouth and Truro are both only a short drive away, while the friendly village of Constantine is around a 10-minute walk, and the excellent Trengilly Wartha Inn is just a two-minute walk from the property.

Weekly guide price:
£490 to £1320
Short breaks from £80 per night

6-8  |   4  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.111715, -5.169911

The Flowerhouse is as attractive as its name and sits in a beautiful position close to Helford River in Cornwall. A popular choice with families, friends and also couples, this welcoming cosy cottage is the perfect choice for those who want to explore the picturesque Lizard Peninsula with its gorgeous beaches, wildlife, water sports, towns, seaside villages and rolling countryside. Falmouth and Truro are both within easy driving distance, the Cornish village of Constantine is 10 minutes walk and The Trengilly Wartha Inn is even less and a mere 2 minutes.

Weekly guide price:
£380 to £900
Short breaks from £80 per night

4-5  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

51.647818, -1.450777

There are so many reasons to book a self-catering holiday in Oxfordshire. It's beautiful, with scenic country walks, charming villages and fantastic attractions like Blenheim Palace and Oxford's museums, yet it is straightforward to reach. The Gilletts Cottage is in the picturesque village of Charney Bassett, half an hour from Oxford and within easy reach of Swindon and Reading. Formerly two semi-detached homes, the holiday cottage sleeps eight people in five bedrooms and is ideal for friends or families, including multi-generational family holidays. It has a private garden and off-street parking and is in a quiet location on the grounds of a historic medieval manor house. 

Weekly guide price:
£750 to £1100
Short breaks from £180 per night

8  |   5  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

50.401360, -5.109357

One bedroom former milking parlour in centre of popular seaside village of Crantock. 

Weekly guide price:
£400 to £700
Short breaks from £75 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

51.134427, -4.241502

When you stay at 1, Out of the Blue, you do not have to waste any time driving to the beach because it is just outside the front door! The contemporary holiday property has fantastic views of both the beach and Baggy Point, and is in an enviable location next to Croyde Beach, within walking distance of shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs. There is an excellent variety of activities to try all year round, from learning to surf, to walking along the coastal path, cycling the Tarka Trail, playing golf or shopping in towns like Barnstaple and Ilfracombe. With space for up to eight people, it is an ideal choice for families and friends who love being close to the beach.

Weekly guide price:
£1700 to £3195
Short breaks from £300 per night

6+2  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible