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
The Granary sleeps six people in three bedrooms and is ideal for families. It is one of seven fantastic self-catering properties at Low Costa Mill near Pickering, giving guests excellent access to the North York Moors and Dalby Forest for walking, cycling and sightseeing. On-site amenities include an indoor swimming pool, 10 acres of woodlands and garden, a children's play area, and secure bike storage. It's a fantastic choice for a holiday in any season as there is so much to see and do within a small radius. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Leat Cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms, providing 4-Star accommodation for families, couples and friends. It is one of seven cottages at Low Costa Mill, with guests having use of a swimming pool, 10 acres of grounds, a children's playground, and a big lawn for playing ball games. The estate is on the outskirts of Pickering, within easy reach of the North York Moors National Park and North Riding Forest. It's perfect for cycling and walking, with the cottage having secure bike storage with walks and bike rides from the door. 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
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.
The North Norfolk Coast has something for everyone in every season including beautiful beaches, nature reserves, stately homes and gardens, pretty villages, and charming market towns. This cottage is in a quiet residential area 10 minutes from the beaches at Heacham and within easy reach of Hunstanton and Kings Lynn. Local attractions include Norfolk Lavender and the royal estate of Sandringham. There is good access to footpaths and cycling routes, including the Norfolk Coast Path. Gidley Retreat sleeps six people in three bedrooms and has a flexible layout that suits families and friends.
The Roost is a fantastic holiday cottage in the heart of Hawkshead, within walking distance of shops, cafes and pubs yet peaceful thanks to its spacious garden with sweeping views of the surrounding countryside that includes Grizedale and Latterbarrow. The period cottage has received a modern facelift to offer a high standard of accommodation for up to six people in three bedrooms, with facilities including a games room and a master bedroom with a big TV. It's the perfect Lake District cottage for families and friends who want to be close to everything while still enjoying space and privacy.
Windermere is at the heart of the Lake District, and Kempton is close enough that guests can stroll to the water's edge and drink in the views of this beautifully scenic landscape. The three-bedroom self-catering retreat comfortably sleeps up to six people, giving them space and privacy within easy reach of shops, cafes and pubs, as well as sightseeing cruises and favourite Lake District attractions. Kempton is perfect for families and friends as well as couples who appreciate a little extra space around them on holiday.
Treat the family to a stay at Sandown, a lovely holiday cottage on the edge of Bowness village only a short stroll from shops, cafes, pubs and beautiful Windermere. Guests can access lovely walks and bike rides from the door and are close to favourite attractions including the World of Beatrix Potter and Wray Castle. Explore Windermere by boat, kayak, or on a hop-on-hop-off sightseeing ferry. Sandown sleeps up to seven guests in four lovely ensuite bedrooms and is perfect for families and friends.
Escape for the weekend to Cadwaladr just outside Caernarfon. Snowdonia National Park is on the doorstep, while Caernarfon Castle and town centre are less than a mile away. Located on the site of an elegant manor house, the accommodation is part of an extensive accommodation block and sleeps up to 30 people in 12 beautiful bedrooms - the perfect big self-catering property for groups of extended family and friends. Day trips can include seeing the peak of Snowdon, Anglesey and the Italianate village of Portmeirion, all of which are within easy reach, and there are lots of excellent footpaths and cycle routes nearby.
Mountain View is a fantastic big self-catering property for groups in an amazing location only a stone's throw from the beach at Penmaenmawr on the North Wales coast. Snowdonia National Park, Anglesey and attractions like Conwy Castle are all within easy reach, with plenty of things to see and do including memorable coastal walks and an excellent network of cycling routes. The former Victorian hotel has been renovated to provide accommodation for up to 55 people in 17 bedrooms with multiple rooms for socialising and entertaining, a full Sky TV package, cinema room and outdoor space. Grab the kids, the dogs and your granny and head north - this house is too good to miss!
Come and celebrate at Crow Pie Cottage! Perfect for three-generation family stays, Hen/Stags, friends' reunions and more. Beautiful 5/6 bedroomed cottage with plenty of space for everyone to relax and have fun. The cottage overlooks the Derwent Valley and river Derwent which runs through the village. The cottage comfortably accommodates up to 16 guests in five upstairs bedrooms and one downstairs snug off the living area with double full-sized double sofa-bed. There are gardens to the front and rear with BBQ and outside garden furniture and garden games including swingball and garden jenga. Matlock Bath is known as the seaside town without the sea and you'll soon see why! There are shops, pubs, restaurants, a live music venue and amusements all along the main promenades plus loads of things to do right here in the village including boat trips, cable car rides, a children's theme park, a nine hole indoor crazy golf, an aquarium and even a Victorian lido crammed with giant Koi Carp. The cottage is nestled on the hillside of Matlock bath looking down over the village in a quiet location just five minutes walk from all the hustle and bustle of the village. We've 4 parking spaces at the cottage which is a rarity in Matlock Bath, with further free on-street parking within 1 minute walk down the lane. We don't take pets, so rest assured, if you or any of your party are allergic to pets/dander, you won't find it here.
Deep in the heart of the Cambridgeshire countryside, the owners of Fullers Hill Cottages have created a peaceful retreat where guests can relax and enjoy spending time with family and friends. Number 1 Fullers Hill Cottages comfortably sleeps four guests in two bedrooms (plus an extra two on a sofa bed) and is as comfortable for couples as it is for families and friends. The Georgian cottage is on a family-run farm and has been renovated to a very high standard, earning it four stars from Visit England. It is only 15 miles from Cambridge and around an hour from central London, making it possible to escape to the countryside without sacrificing metropolitan delights. The cottage can be booked on its own or together with the estate's other five cottages for family reunions, hen weekends and other celebrations with family and friends. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
Explore the peaceful Western Lakes and the beautiful Cumbrian coast from the comfort of The Old Post Office. The Lake District holiday cottage is in the village of Ennerdale Bridge, within walking distance of the river and a family-friendly pub, and only a mile from Ennerdale Water. There is space for 12 guests to sleep in six bedrooms, with visitors having good access to walking and cycling trails.
You don't have to be a steam train buff to appreciate the high standard of accommodation of Railway Cottage, which sits beside the historic train line and has far-reaching views of the Quantock Hills. The Victorian cottage was built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel during the construction of the West Somerset Railway and sleeps six people in three bedrooms. The holiday cottage is a favourite with families and friends, is close to Exmoor National Park and Dunster Castle and available for short breaks all year round. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
This country bolthole is ideal for couples looking for an easy escape. The luxurious period holiday cottage has loads of charm together with lots of extras like an outdoor hot tub which have earned it a 5-Star Gold rating from Visit Britain. Two comfortable double bedrooms make it perfect for one or two couples, and there is also space for an extra bed to sleep a child or baby. Exmoor National Park, beautiful beaches and the Quantock Hills are all within easy reach. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
The owners of The Treehouse prove that it's possible to combine adventure and luxury. Fall asleep gazing at the Somerset skies, listening to the gentle rustle of leaves on the cedar shingle roof in this 5-star self-catering property, which sleeps four people in two bedrooms. The custom octagonal building is close to Exmoor National Park and the Quantock Hills AONB, within walking distance of Halse village and the New Inn pub, and only a short drive from beautiful Somerset and North Devon beaches. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
The Apple Tree House is a luxurious escape from the stress and bustle of daily life. The elevated three-bedroom holiday home sits close to the boughs of two mature lime trees, giving fantastic views in an incredibly peaceful location. A flexible layout sleeps six people and is ideal for families or friends such as those on a hen weekend or celebratory break, with guests benefiting from a location within easy reach of beautiful beaches, Exmoor National Park, Quantock Hills and Taunton. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Escape to the country in this charming stone holiday cottage. With room for seven people to sleep in three bedrooms, it is perfect for families, giving lovely views and easy access to places like the Shropshire AONB and Offa's Dyke. The cottage is on a family-run farm close to where Shropshire, Herefordshire, and Powys meet, and only a few miles from Ludlow, Presteigne and Knighton. With 4-Star status from Visit England retained in 2026, Rose Cottage is very family and dog-friendly and ideal for walkers and cyclists. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
