Richmond is a vibrant market town on the River Swale, surrounded by stunning meadows, moorland, fells and farmland, with miles of footpaths and cycleways to explore - just the place for a fun holiday with family or friends. However, no matter how impressive the location, if the holiday cottage isn't up to standard then your holiday will be a disappointment. Garden Cottage delivers on every level! With space for up to six people in three bedrooms and an enormous south-facing garden, it is decorated to a high standard and enjoys beautiful views of Richmond Castle and the surrounding countryside. The cottage is just a short stroll to the shops, restaurants, sites and amenities of Richmond, and within easy reach of the best of Swaledale and Wensleydale. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Cop Farm is a sensational large holiday home. It sleeps 14 people in five bedrooms so is ideal for gathering your friends or extended family for a special occasion or simply to catch up. The farmhouse is only a mile from the Devonshire Arms Pub in Peak Forest, and you can walk or cycle along the canal into Buxton if you want to stretch your legs. Bakewell, Chatsworth House, Blue John Cavern, and the Monsal Trail are all within easy reach to offer something fun for everyone.
Lavender cottage is ideally situated in a quiet cul de sac location, only a short walk to the sea. The cottage is a detached, recently renovated two bedroom bungalow with spacious lounge, newly fitted kitchen, conservatory, bathroom and two bedrooms. Wi-Fi included . There is a wide range of facilities within walking distance and easy access to a bus route. One dog welcome. Strictly non smoking. Welcome packs for you and your dog. Large dog bed available on request at no extra cost. Wide range of attractions and lovely walks nearby and short car ride away to the Lincolnshire Wolds. OS map at the property.
The Pembrokeshire coast and countryside are glorious in all seasons, making this charming stone holiday cottage such a find. Set amongst beautiful gardens close to stunning beaches like Newgale, Broad Haven and Druidston Haven, Little Rogeston Cottage is perfect for couples or individuals who want a relaxing holiday in beautiful surroundings. Days out can include walking along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, visiting Solva and St Davids, and enjoying local attractions like Pembroke Castle. Surfing, swimming, coasteering, golf, fishing, mountain biking in the Preseli Hills - it's all readily available no matter what time of year you visit. The owners have decorated the cottage with a mix of modern and vintage pieces to give it a welcoming atmosphere.
River Bank Cottage sits in a peaceful location outside Whitby, with excellent access to the North York Moors and coast. It's next to the Esk with beautiful views of the river and the Larpool viaduct. The one-bedroom self-catering cottage is excellent for couples and individuals, with a sofa-bed increasing accommodation to four people for small families to stay. Guests love the quiet spot close to Whitby's famous sights and attractions. This property is an excellent base for a walking, cycling and sightseeing holiday in all seasons. Children and well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Quaint and affordable, this welcoming holiday cottage for two in the Waveney Valley is just perfect for those looking to explore Suffolk and Norfolk and also those who simply want to park their car, relax and unwind. The quiet country lanes and footpaths make walking and cycling a pleasure and the Waveney River Centre is within walking distance with a great pub for meals out and swimming pool. Boat/canoe/paddle board hire is available in Beccles. Sitting on the Suffolk/Norfolk borders, the cottage is also close to the glorious coastlines of both counties.
A large stylish lochside holiday home sitting on the edge of Loch Carron on Scotland's West Coast. With amazing views over Loch Carron and the mountains beyond, this is an ideal self-catering retreat for friends or families who enjoy outdoor pursuits or want to explore this beautiful part of the Scottish Highlands.
Somerset is the perfect holiday destination. Its glorious countryside, lovely beaches, historic towns, and charming villages have something for everyone. Coach House is in the quiet village of Henton, close enough to the M5 that you won't be stuck behind the wheel for hours, yet rural enough that you can clearly hear the sound of birdsong in the garden. Guests enjoy panoramic views of the Mendip Hills and easy access to some of the best walking and cycling in the southwest. Wookey Hole Caves, Wells and Glastonbury are within a short drive, while Stonehenge, Bath, Bristol, Longleat, Weston-Super-Mare and other Somerset beaches are all under an hour away. The cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is perfect for couples or families.
Badgers Cottage is an attractive holiday rental situated in Ribblesdale, the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Ribblesdale is the best known walking area in the National Park and features Yorkshire's famous Three Peaks - Whernside, Ingleborough and Pen-y-ghent - offering challenging walks and amazing views. A series of long distance routespass through this area; the Pennine Way, Pennine Bridleway, Ribble Way, Pennine Journey and Dales High Way. This stone cottage sits with its attractive garden alongside the Ribble beck with a signed public footpath only 35 metres from its front door. It also has under cover bike storage and provides the perfect self-catering base to explore this wonderful area with so much to see and do.
Old Bald Peg is a cottage with a pedigree as impressive as its Thoroughbred namesake. The Victorian terraced former estate cottage has been refurbished to provide a charming holiday home sleeping four guests in two bedrooms, with two well-behaved dogs welcome by prior arrangement. Situated in the quiet village of Wass, in the North York Moors National Park, within an easy stroll of two great gastropubs and the ancient ruins of Byland Abbey and close to the market towns of Helmsley, Thirsk and the historic city of York. Other local attractions include Rievaulx Abbey, Castle Howard, Sutton Bank and the Kilburn White Horse. Explore the Cleveland Way, the North Yorkshire Heritage Coast and the wild beauty of the moors.
Beautifully presented yet comfy throughout, Fern Cottage is a superb choice for those who enjoy the great outdoors with fantastic opportunities for walking and cycling on the doorstep. Nestling amongst the beauty of the Exmoor National Park the cottage is one of five holiday retreats sitting on the Devon/Somerset borders with an abundance of attractions within easy reach as well as country pubs. Simonsbath is just three miles away.
Wall & Lakes Cottage, Brampton. Ideal for couples, walkers, cyclists & small families. The perfect location for relaxing with historical Hadrian's Wall, beautiful Talkin Tarn, Gelt woods and RSPB Geltsdale nearby. Amazing walks, stunning views and history from your doorstep. The Lake District & Pennine Way are also easily accessible. At the end of a quiet country lane you will find beautiful, Wall & Lakes cottage with its large garden, parking for two and open fields behind. All just a short stroll into the friendly market town of Brampton with its pubs, shops and amenities. Comfortable cosy and clean Wall & Lakes Cottage provides quality and value, sleeps 4 in high quality bedding, large garden, parking, sunny patio and beautiful views. Super king and a king sized bed (splits into two small singles) with cosy high quality bedding. Welcome homely touches such as fresh flowers, beautiful local pictures, soft white towels and a welcome basket.
Sitting in the High Weald of Sussex AONB, this comfy welcoming 5-star holiday cottage offers total seclusion, nestling amongst thirty acres of grounds with streams, woods and lawns for relaxing. The area has plenty of attractions including the seaside resort of Hastings, Battle, Tunbridge Wells and Glyndebourne, excellent country walks and lots of country houses and castles to visit in Kent and Sussex. Close to the South Downs National Park. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
A peaceful one-bedroom barn conversion near Hognaston in Derbyshire, Barn @ Lodge Farm sleeps two guests in peaceful countryside on the southern edge of the Peak District. Ground floor, self-catering holiday accommodation that combines contemporary comfort with rural tranquillity. Featuring a private garden and open views, it provides the ideal base for couples looking to explore Derbyshire's walking trails, cycling routes, market towns and historic attractions (Ashbourne, Wirksworth, Chatsworth, Haddon Hall etc.) before returning to a quiet rural retreat.
Alma Cottage is a well equipped family friendly holiday cottage in the centre of the riverside village of Pin Mill on the Shotley Peninsular. With uninterrupted views of the river, an open plan living/dining area, and two bedrooms sleeping four guests, it is perfect for families looking to explore this corner of the Suffolk Coast AONB. The area is well known for a variety of watersports activities, stunning walks, bird watching and painting. Bookings are available all year round, with short breaks out of peak season, and well behaved dogs are welcome too.
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Fantastic living area with well equipped kitchen. Enclosed garden with BBQ and only a 3 min walk to the beach. Three local pubs nearest 2min walk serve great food and a fabulous welcome.
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
This comfortable early Victorian holiday cottage, with private off street parking, sleeps six people in three bedrooms and is a five-minute stroll from some of Stratford-Upon-Avon's favourite sights and attractions. It is perfect for families, especially those with a car, as it benefits from off-street parking. Spend happy days shopping, relaxing over a long lazy lunch, strolling beside the river and exploring Shakespeare's birthplace, seeing his grave, and discovering where his wife and daughter lived. Warwick Castle is only 20 minutes away, as is the north Cotswolds . 41 Shakespeare Street is a wonderful place to stay at any time of the year.
42 Shakespeare Street, with private off street parking, is a welcoming holiday cottage close to the Stratford-Upon-Avon Canal and within easy walking distance of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants, as well as favourite attractions like Shakespeare's Birthplace and the Royal Shakespeare Company. The three-bedroom property sleeps six people and has off-street parking and an enclosed patio garden. It's ideal for families, including those with a dog, being close to all of the sights that make Stratford-upon-Avon perfect for a relaxed holiday in any season. You can walk or cycle along the canal and into the beautiful Warwickshire countryside or take a day trip to Oxford, Birmingham, Bicester, Blenheim Palace, Warwick, and Leamington Spa, which are easily accessible from the cottage.
Located in the New Forest National Park midway between Lymington and Brockenhurst, this spacious holiday home provides a good self-catering base for families and couples to explore the areas many attractions. Spout House Studio is a great choice for walkers and cyclists.
