Here at Independent Cottages, we have a vast choice of holiday homes throughout the UK that not only welcome children but provide plenty of facilities to ensure both you as parents and your little ones have an enjoyable and memorable time away. Everyone has different needs and you are able to search our database of properties to find the one that best suits your whole family's requirements. By using the 'Key Search Criteria' below, you will be able to specify the area of the UK you would like to visit, search by date and also select facilities that are important to you and your family. Possibly you require a cot or want to take the family dog away with you and are looking for dog-friendly accommodation. Whatever your desire, whether you are a large or small family, we have a great selection of holiday homes to suit all budgets. Read more
Combine the convenience and comfort of a hotel with the space and privacy of a self-catering property at Brookside Cottage. Dating from 1635 with plenty of original charm and character, the cottage is part of the reputable Burnside Hotel. It has been carefully updated to offer a high standard of accommodation for up to six people in three bedrooms. Anne Hathaway's Cottage is a short walk away along a pretty woodland path, while Stratford-Upon-Avon is just over a mile from the door. Warwick and the Cotswolds are within easy reach, as are Birmingham, Worcester and Royal Leamington Spa.
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
Four lovely stylish holiday apartments located amongst the beautiful South Cambridgeshire countryside with an exclusive new hot tub. Very well presented and located, the self-catering apartments are ideal for parties of two to six guests and welcome dogs. Fourteen miles from the City of Cambridge. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
If you are looking for a family holiday by the sea that combines lazy days on the beach, harbourside dining, local independent shops to browse and stunning coastal walks then look no further. The Old Coastguard Station is located in an enviable position on the water's edge in the charming town of Amble on the Northumberland coast. With four ensuite bedrooms, contemporary open plan living and stunning panoramic sea views, it is easy to feel like you are on holiday here. This gorgeous self-catering property perfectly combines salty days by the sea with a touch of luxury and sophistication.
The Isle of Wight is always an excellent choice for a holiday, especially when you stay somewhere as gorgeous as Seaviews in Ryde. The four-bedroom house sleeps seven people with a flexible layout that suits families, multi-generational families and friends. Not only is it beautifully furnished with loads of thoughtful touches that will make you feel right at home, but it's also a short 10-minute stroll to the centre of Ryde, the ferry terminal and the beach. Go swimming, surfing and sailing, play golf, walk along the coast and cycle through the countryside. There are loads of attractions to suit every interest and all weathers.
Enjoy all the sights of historic Stratford-upon-Avon while avoiding the crowds in this pretty holiday cottage which is only a mile away in the quiet village of Shottery. There is space for up to six people to stay in three well-appointed ensuite bedrooms, with guests being within walking distance of two pubs, shops, cafes and Anne Hathaway's Cottage. Warwick Castle, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Birmingham and Oxford are all within easy reach for a day out, and there are miles of beautiful countryside walks and cycling routes accessible from the village. The charming cottage is ideal for couples, families or friends. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Nicely tucked away in a quiet corner of the Lincolnshire Wolds, Old Barn Cottages provides a choice of three welcoming holiday homes that afford glorious views and plenty of peace and tranquility. Enjoy superb golf, horse riding, walking and cycling the quiet lanes, or get out and about exploring and visit Lincoln city centre or the sandy beaches on the coast. Do as much or as little as your heart desires on holiday in Lincolnshire. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Escape to the country in less than an hour from London Euston? Yes, please! This delightful self-catering cottage is in the quiet village of Winfield, only 15-minutes from Leighton Buzzard and within walking distance of a good pub. There is space for four people in two bedrooms, so it is ideal for couples, small families, friends and even people on business who are sick of cramped, boring hotels. Bedfordshire has beautiful country walks, excellent dining and shopping, theatres, country houses, zoos, museums, golf courses and spas. It is perfect for a romantic break or a family holiday.
Enjoy 5-Star standard holiday accommodation at Church Farm Barn. This stylish barn conversion is furnished to a high standard and has a layout suitable for wheelchair users. The property has five well-appointed bedrooms to sleep up to 12 people, and private gardens with a covered outdoor hot tub. The cottage is in Shottery, only a mile from Stratford-Upon-Avon and within walking distance of shops, pubs and Anne Hathaway's Cottage. It is one of four fantastic self-catering properties at Church Farm and can be booked on its own or together with one or more of the other beautiful cottages to accommodate up to 34 people. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
The largest of all of Fullers Hill's fabulous holiday cottages, The Granary sleeps up to six guests in two en-suite sumptuous bedrooms and has an exceptionally large social living area for a cottage of this size where large groups of up to fourteen can dine around one table. Sitting in a tranquil position amongst the South Cambridgeshire countryside, this stylish holiday retreat is a popular choice for families, friends and large parties (when hired with other cottages) and offers dog friendly self-catering of a high standard with the use of a communal hot tub in the grounds. Only fourteen miles from Cambridge City centre. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
As pretty as its name, Apple Cottage nestles amongst beautiful countryside in South Cambridgeshire and is perfect for couples, friends and families. Offering a warm welcome to dogs (and even horses!) this gorgeous holiday cottage provides the perfect mix of character and modern style and is just fourteen miles from Cambridge City centre. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Offering single level self-catering that is fully wheel-chair accessible, The Stables is perfect for couples having one bedroom, as well as families happy to use the sofa bed. Stylish throughout, The Stables has been beautifully presented to a high standard and sits amongst glorious countryside in South Cambridgeshire. Fabulous local walking, cycling and horse riding and just fourteen miles from Cambridge City centre. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
With its own private hot tub, The Tack Room is one of Fullers Hill's most popular holiday retreats. Like the others it is stylish and modern throughout and offers self-catering of a high standard. Sitting in a rural position amongst the glorious countryside of South Cambridgeshire, guests have the best of both worlds with an abundance of outdoor pursuits to enjoy on the doorstep and Cambridge city centre just fourteen miles away. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
The Old Dairy is one of the stylish holiday apartments available at Fullers Hill nestling amongst glorious South Cambridgeshire countryside. Perfect for families and friends, sleeping four guests (or six with the use of a sofa bed), the surrounding area offers all the right ingredients to relax and unwind with plenty of space inside and out (including a hot tub in the garden for guest use), fabulous walking, cycling, horse riding and attractions including Cambridge city centre just fourteen miles away. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
A recently redeveloped barn conversion in a rural location close to the coast, The Old Corn Crush meets your every expectation of a beautiful self-catering holiday cottage. It's in the quiet village of Togston, just under a mile from Amble Harbour and within easy reach of Alnmouth, Bamburgh, Alnwick and spectacular walks along the Northumberland Coast. There is lots to see and do in every season, whether you're a family with younger children wanting a seaside holiday or a group of friends coming to walk and cycle your way from castle to castle. The Old Corn Crush sleeps six people in three bedrooms with accommodation all on one level.
Ocean View Penthouse is a superb beachfront property in Woolacombe. Sleeping four people in two bedrooms with two bathrooms, it has fantastic views up and down the coast of North Devon and a layout that is ideal for couples, families or friends. You are steps from the beach and a short walk from cafes, bars and shops. Walk along the South West Coast Path to Barricane Bay, Grunta Bay or Mortehoe, or spend your days surfing and sunning yourself beside the water. There is a wide choice of attractions to suit all ages, from theme parks to gardens, to make this an excellent year-round holiday destination.
Unicorn Barn is a light, spacious holiday home with space for up to 12 people to sleep in six well-appointed bedrooms. The owners have created a place where everyone can relax in comfort, including people in wheelchairs or with limited mobility. The location close to the centre of Shottery village is perfect, being only a mile from Stratford-Upon-Avon and within walking distance of Anne Hathaway's Cottage as well as the village shops and pubs. There are miles of beautiful countryside walks nearby, while both the Malvern Hills and the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) are within a half-hour drive. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
North Barn is actually two comfortable properties on the Isle of Sheppey. Each holiday cottage sleeps six people in three bedrooms with beautiful views over fields and farmland towards the sea. Guests have use of the owner's 13 acres of land, and it's possible to walk from the cottages through the neighbouring farm to the coast. The barn is a mile from Eastchurch and only a short drive from Neats Court and Sheppey. With beaches, nature reserves, footpaths and cycling routes, the location is ideal for families all year round.
Sleeps 6 - George house is nestled away on the Northern tip of the Norfolk Broads network in Stalham, the perfect base for your Norfolk river, country and coast holiday.A short walk from Stalham staithe for those who wish to while away the hours by the river, with a rod in hand (in season of course). Or hop in the car and see where you fancy. A 10 minute drive will take you to the coast and the family-friendly sandy beach of Sea Palling with nearby restaurants, shops, doughnut stalls and ice cream - a real mini Great Yarmouth. A little further down the coast you can visit the seals at Horsey, they tend to be around all year, however winter is the pupping season where you can see hundreds of seals on the beaches. Great Yarmouth with its famous Golden Mile of slot machines, ice cream, doughnuts, bars and restaurants is still only a 25 minute drive also. Coming inland a little a 30 minute drive or the historical city of Norwich with its lanes, market and abundance of shops for those that
When you're ready for a holiday, The Lodge is ready for you. The well-appointed three-bedroom property sleeps up to six people with a layout that suits families and friends. Its central location on the gorgeous Llyn Peninsula means you're only three miles from beaches on both the north and south coasts, and close to spectacular walks and breathtaking views. Snowdonia National Park is within easy reach as are Porthmadog, Portmeirion and local attractions like Criccieth Castle and Pwllheli. The owners offer a range of luxurious treatments that include aromatherapy and massage so you can truly indulge yourself, body and soul.
Self-catering provides an excellent accommodation solution for families, with plenty of space and flexibility to take the holiday at a pace that suits you. You can prepare meals at times that fit around your day's activities and personal routines and ensure you eat within your budget, whether you choose the fun of a barbeque on the beach or treat the family to a meal out in a restaurant. From leisurely breakfasts together in your pyjamas' to relaxing in front of the fire with a glass of wine once the little ones are tucked up for the night, self catering provides all the comforts of home in a new and exciting setting.
Many of our holiday homes have large gardens where the children can let off steam and some have provided extra activities for kids such as swings, trampolines and games rooms. You may also want to take a look at our Farm Holidays for a taste of country life.
Tips: Many owners provide cot facilities but may not provide the bedding for the cot as people often prefer to use their babies own bedding, so please clarify at the point of booking. If you have a young child, you may want to establish if outside areas are enclosed and whether there are any unfenced ponds, streams or rivers. Some owners are able to provide additional services and facilities such as stair gates, high chairs or even a babysitting service but these may need to be arranged in advance so speak to the owner at the point of booking.
