The Reading Rooms was once the most important community building in Oughtershaw. It was built in the 1800s as a place where people could gather to share news, but it is now a gorgeous self-catering holiday cottage in the Yorkshire Dales. Rather than cover its rustic walls and humble origins, the owner has retained features like hand-hewn oak beams and the big stone fireplace, softening them with comfortable furnishings and attributes suited to 21st Century needs. There is a beck that runs along the bottom of the garden so children and pets should be supervised at all time.
The Farmhouse elevates a self-catering holiday with family or friends in Yorkshire to the next level. It sleeps eight people in four bedrooms, with a sofa bed in the snug sleeping two more. The holiday home is child-friendly, pet-friendly, and accessible to guests who use a wheelchair, so no one needs to miss out on the many delights in this region. You're right between the North York Moors and the Yorkshire Dales National Park and within a few miles of Richmond, York, and Harrogate.
Emblestone View is a Northumberland holiday cottage in Embleton that sleeps four people in two double bedrooms. Set within a small group of converted farm buildings, it looks out across fields towards the sea and sits just a short walk from Embleton Beach. This self-catering accommodation is well placed for coastal walks, cycling and days by the water, with the route past Dunstanburgh Castle right on the doorstep. A comfortable holiday rental in Northumberland for couples or a small family wanting space, fresh air and easy access to one of the county’s best-loved stretches of coastline.
Converted Georgian stables in the grounds of Dunstan Hall makes a charming holiday cottage for couples or families. Stable Cottage is a mile from Craster and the Northumberland coast in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It sleeps four people in two rooms with panoramic views over the countryside towards Dunstanburgh Castle from the house and the garden. You can walk to the village pub and are within only a few miles of Alnwick and Bamburgh with their incredible castles and lively towns. Surfing, walking, cycling, fishing, and golf are all easily accessible.
1 Teesdale Road is a comfortable and cosy holiday cottage with just a short walk over to the River Tees and into the market town of Barnard Castle and it's shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs, and traditional markets. We have been awarded 4 star Visit England Gold awards in 2023, 2024 and 2025 ! The accommodation is suitable for six people in three bedrooms - two on the ground floor - with an open-plan living area and a patio with lovely views. The location is perfect for a walking or cycling holiday, and the self-catering property has a lockable garage so you can store bikes, SUPs, kayaks and other equipment. Bookings are available all year round for families and friends.
Hazel Brow House provides luxury accommodation in the quiet village of Low Row for up to 16 people. With magnificent views overlooking the river Swale and marvelous walks from the doorstep, this historic residence has been carefully renovated to provide up to date, modern faclities. The house is well equipped for fine dining, has a really comfy sitting room and snug with books, games, piano and smart TV (ideal for entertaining the children). The downstairs bootroom has laundry and drying facilities with an adjoining wet room should you need to shower off the outdoors! We have a 'Gastro Pub' in the village and Reeth and Gunnerside villages with their pubs and cafes are a 2.5 mile walk. The house is ideal for getting together with your favourite people for a short break or celebrating a milestone birthday or anniversay. We are a licenced wedding venue so get in touch for a viewing if you're planning that special day. The grounds are secure and we welcome well behaved dogs but do ask guests not to allow them upstairs or on the furniture.
Relax and unwind in Rivermead's beautiful holidays lodges to rent in Cornwall and in the tranquil surroundings of Rivermead Farm. We have seven fantastic self-catering holiday lodges and cottages to rent, all with their own parking and set in 17-acres of grounds where guests can enjoy onsite river fishing for trout and salmon, a spring-fed lake, nature walks, woodland, picnics and boules. Owl Lodge is very popular due to its valley views and its position only a short drive from the A38 halfway between Bodmin and Liskeard. It's within easy reach of the south coast resorts of Looe and Polperro, the wildness of Bodmin Moor and attractions such as the Eden Project and Bodmin Jail. This 4-Star lodge offers every comfort for up to six people in three bedrooms, with lots of space and a layout that suits families and groups of friends, or provides a luxurious stay for two. If you're visiting with more than six people, have a look at our other lodge and cottages to hire as well, as we love to host group stays.
The Bull Pen and Cart Lodge is perfect for couples or individuals who want to feel settled and welcome while enjoying the many sights and attractions of East Sussex. Formerly two farm buildings, the 5 Star Gold cottage is now one comfortable space with original character and a private south-facing garden. It's peaceful yet far from remote, being close to Herstmonceux, Hailsham and Heathfield and within easy reach of favourite sights and attractions like Eastbourne, beaches including Pevensey Bay, Norman's Bay and Cuckmere Haven, Battle and 1066 country, and the chalk hills of the South Downs National Park. Tucked away on the edge of a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, guests have wonderful walks and cycling routes from the door and plenty of opportunity for peace and relaxation. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
This riverside holiday cottage is in a peaceful rural location only a mile (and a 15-minute walk) from shops, cafes and pubs in Stocksbridge. The Peak District National Park is only two miles away and, being in the Pennines means there are miles of gorgeous walks and cycling routes from the door of Unsliven Bridge Barn. This dog-friendly conversion sleeps up to seven people in three bedrooms. It is ideal for families all year round, with thick stone walls and underfloor heating that keep it warm in winter, and a riverside garden for lazy summer barbecues.
You, your family and your friends will love their stay in Oak Bank Farm. The spacious house features all of the extras you expect in a modern home yet has been built to a traditional style and using local materials so it looks as if it has stood in place for centuries. There is space for up to 14 people to sleep in six huge bedrooms, with a park, cafes, a village shop and three pubs only a 10-minute walk away in Ribchester. Beautiful walks to some of the Ribble Valley's most famous spots, including Beacon Fell and Longridge Fell are close, as is the Forest of Bowland. With Hidden Oaks spa on site, you'll never want to go home!
If you love the idea of tucking yourself away in a romantic retreat which is a little different, then Haddy's Hut is perfect for you. This romantic shepherd's hut has everything couple's need for comfort, including underfloor heating and a log burner. It is the heart of the Peak District, on a family-run farm just outside the village of Hope and within walking distance of the 16th-Century Cheshire Cheese Inn. Nearby, beautiful footpaths lead to stunning locations, allowing you to combine a glamping-style holiday with some of the best sights and attractions in the Peak District.
Nineteen at The George is a charming one-bedroom holiday apartment in a Georgian Grade II listed building in the heart of Buxton. Perfect for couples or solo travellers, this beautifully furnished rental offers all the comforts of home. You’re within walking distance of Buxton’s top attractions, like the Devonshire Dome, Opera House, and Pavilion Gardens, plus a variety of restaurants, cafes, and shops. After exploring, retreat to your cosy apartment. Buxton is known for its thermal waters and boasts stunning Georgian and Victorian architecture and a vibrant cultural scene. The Peak District is on the doorstep, offering endless adventure, with its hiking trails and historic sites like Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall.
Guests have fantastic river views from this stylish Fowey holiday home on the first floor of a former bakery. The two-bedroom apartment sleeps four people and suits couples and families, with lots of space in a location within walking distance of cafes, shops, restaurants and pubs. The Old Bakery is a stunning location in any season, especially when you're practically in the front row for all of the goings-on. Fowey is great for sailing, boating and kayaking, walking through the peaceful estuary or along the South West Coast Path, and sunning yourself on beautiful beaches.
You might love your family and friends enough to go on holiday with them, but that doesn't mean you do not appreciate having your own space. Great Calva is perfect because not only is it in a stunning location in the Eden Valley and close to the Northern Fells of the Lake District, but it also has three separate bedroom suites that sleep up to 12 people so you can spend your days and evenings socialising, then withdraw in peace at night. The holiday cottage is part of Monkhouse Hill - a former Georgian farm near Caldbeck that has been successfully converted into nine award-winning holiday properties to accommodate everyone from couples to families and large groups. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Set back from a quiet road in the peaceful village of Harome, Overdale Cottage is close to the border of the North York Moors National Park and within easy reach of Helmsley, Pickering and York. The pet-friendly cottage has recently been refurbished to offer very comfortable accommodation for couples and families. There is space for four people to stay in two bedrooms, and pets are welcome. The cottage has lovely views of the surrounding countryside and is close to fantastic walks and cycle trails. There are even two excellent pubs within walking distance - the Star Inn and the Michelin-starred Pheasant, or stay in for dinner and enjoy a glass of wine in front of the open fire.
If you are planning an annual catch-up with far-flung friends, getting the entire family together to celebrate Christmas or a milestone birthday, or you need a peaceful place for a corporate event, The Cotswold Manor Estate has everything you need. There are nine beautiful self-catering properties to choose from with each sleeping between 10 to 30 people which can be booked individually or together to accommodate bigger groups. Guests have use of the estate's 70-acres of private grounds and are close to Oxford and favourite Cotswold attractions for exciting days out.
Whether you are planning a holiday for five people, 55 guests or even more, you will find everything you are searching for at The Cotswold Manor Estate. Manor Cottage sleeps up to 14 people in five bedrooms, with a spacious, open-plan living and dining area and lots of outdoor space including a hot-tub. Guests have use of 70-private acres where you can arrange fun activities everyone will love. There is an excellent pub, The Lord Kitchener, a mile away, with favourite sites and attractions including Bourton-on-the-Water, Blenheim Palace and the city of Oxford all within easy reach.
If you are planning a fun get together for your extended family and friends, or you need somewhere to gather colleagues for a corporate event or girls weekend away, then Manor Lodge on The Cotswold Manor Estate fits the bill. The elegant house can comfortably accommodate up to 25 people in eight bedrooms, giving guests access to the Estate's 70-acre private estate with parkland, lakes and streams, an orchard and a bluebell wood as well as an indoor games room. The peaceful village of Bampton is nearby, as are favourite attractions such as Blenheim Palace and the historic city of Oxford.
The Manor House is one of nine excellent properties on The Cotswold Estate, just outside of Lew and within walking distance of the renowned Lord Kitchener pub. The house comfortably sleeps up to 22 guests and can be hired together with other properties on the estate to accommodate larger groups if required. The 70-acre estate has beautiful gardens and woodlands and is within easy reach of attractions that include Blenheim Palace, the Cotswold Wildlife Farm and the beautiful city of Oxford, as well as picturesque Cotswold villages and towns such as Stow-on-the-Wold and the Slaughters. Perfect for a celebratory weekend including hen parties and stag weekends.
The Manor Court is perfect for groups of family or friends, with space for 24-30 people to stay in the beautifully renovated barn. It is one of the largest of the eight self-catering properties to rent on the Cotswold Manor Estate and ideal for special celebrations, reunions or even team building weekends. The 70-acre estate includes beautiful parkland and extensive gardens, a play barn and a hot tub, and is within easy reach of Oxford, Blenheim Palace and The Cotswold Wildlife Park.
