This luxurious barn conversion is on a 1,100-acre farm in the beautiful Waveney Valley, close to Beccles and The Broads and less than half an hour from the coast. Coot has space for up to six people to sleep in three bedrooms, with the option of booking one or more of the other 5-Star Gold standard holiday cottages to accommodate groups of extended family and friends. The onsite facilities are superb and include a games room, exercise barn and an outdoor hot tub. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
You and your family can stay in complete comfort at Mallard Barn. This fantastic cottage is on a 1,100-acre farm in the heart of the Waveney Valley, close to the Norfolk Broads National Park and within easy reach of Norwich and the coast. There is space for seven people to sleep in three bedrooms, with an open-plan living area that has been designed and furnished with socialising in mind. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Graiglwyd Holiday Cottages have everything you need for a relaxing self-catering holiday, including a peaceful location just a mile from Penmaenmawr beach and four miles from the medieval walled town of Conwy. There is plenty to see and do whether you are on holiday for a short break, a week, or even longer. Guests can enjoy fantastic walks through the Snowdonia National Park, exhilarating mountain bike rides, and enjoy our onsite Aqua Park Sblash! Elm Cottage sleeps up to four people in two bedrooms and can be booked on its own or together with one of Graiglwyd Estate's seven other self-catering cottages for those who want to holiday with friends or family.
Next to the Snowdonia National Park and with beautiful views the Menai Straits, Graiglwyd Estate offers a high standard of self-catering in seven cottages which sleep between two and eight guests. Conwy and Llandudno are both just a few miles away, while the Snowdon Mountain Railway, Zip World and are not much further. There are miles of footpaths and mountain bike routes in the vicinity, and the opportunity to enjoy our Aqua park on site. Whether you are on holiday with your partner, your kids or your extended family and friends, Graiglwyd Estate cottages are perfect. Opening 2024 is Sblash.co.uk our on site Aqua waterpark for you all to enjoy
Ty Fynnon is ideal for large or extended families or friends who want to be close to the mountains and the sea. The lovely cottage is one of six beautiful self-catering cottages on a private estate next to Snowdonia National Park and just a mile from the beach and four miles from Conwy. There is space for up to eight people to sleep in four bedrooms, a generous sized garden with the option of a hot tub and on-site fishing all year round.
Ellers Cottage sits close to Loughrigg Tarn and enjoys spectacular Lake District views. Recently built in a traditional Lakeland style, the cottage can sleep five people in three bedrooms and is ideal for families or friends staying in the Lake District National Park. Ambleside is ten minutes away, and Grasmere and Windermere are also within easy reach. There is ample opportunity for walking, cycling, fishing, golf and sightseeing all within a few miles so you can plan the perfect Lake District holiday.
This fabulous holiday retreat gives guests an opportunity to stay in the studio of the pre-Raphaelite artist, Valentine Cameron Prinsep. The Studio is only 50 metres from the shingle shore of Pevensey Bay, where William the Conqueror landed in 1066, and within walking distance of pubs and cafes. Pevensey Castle and Herstmonceux Castle are both nearby, and Eastbourne is just a few miles along the coast. The Studio has been renovated to a high standard to offer very comfortable accommodation for up to seven people in four bedrooms. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
Set in a peaceful corner of an organic farm and only two miles from Kelso, Eden Hideaway is a wonderful holiday chalet for up to four people, with beautiful views of the Eden Valley and the Cheviot Hills. The owner has taken great care to ensure guests can relax and enjoy themselves from the moment they arrive, whether it is by lighting the cosy log burner or heating the wood-fired outdoor spa to sit under the stars and let the warm water soothe tired muscles. There are fantastic footpaths and mountain bike routes nearby, as well as favourite attractions including Roxburgh Castle, Floors Castle and Kelso Abbey.
The Eden Valley is one of the most beautiful parts of the Scottish Borders and this contemporary chalet, just two miles from Kelso, is ideally positioned to enjoy the view. There is space for four people in two bedrooms, and it is as popular with couples who want a romantic escape as it is with active families. The private log-fired outdoor hot tub is a luxurious touch, and the owners have taken care to ensure guests enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay as they explore the beautiful landscape and famous attractions such as Floors Castle.
With its two beautiful beaches, lively harbour and marina, and a fantastic array of places to eat and drink, it is no surprise that West Bay is a favourite Jurassic Coast holiday destination with people who appreciate that it offers so much while remaining relatively peaceful even in the height of summer. West Bay Cottage is a charming Grade II listed property within walking distance of it all, and only a mile and a half from bustling Bridport. The cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is a favourite with both couples and small families.
Nestled between the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Forest of Bowland, and within an hour's drive of Kendal and the Lake District National Park, Settle is a fantastic choice to visitors who want to experience the stunning natural beauty of the north of England first hand. Grade II listed, Louise Cottage is a short walk from shops, cafes, pubs and train station, and is perfect for individuals and couples who want to stay somewhere with character and comfort.
So charming and comfortable is Coachingmans Cottage that after a few nights here, you may find it hard to tear yourself away. Located in the village of Trecastle, between Sennybridge and Brecon, there are stunning views virtually on the doorstep and a great country pub, the Castle Coaching Inn, just a short walk away. Spend your days climbing peaks, walking behind waterfalls, mountain biking, fishing or cruising on a canal, and your evenings enjoying the late summer sunshine in the garden or stretched out on the sofa in front of the cosy log burner in winter. There is space for four people in this two-bedroom dog-friendly holiday cottage, making it ideal for couples, families and friends.
Dent is arguably the most picturesque of all of the villages in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, boasting a village centre with cobbled streets free from traffic. Dene Cottage is a traditional period property that has been sympathetically updated to be comfortable for 21st Century guests. The village is surrounded by stunning countryside with fantastic walking and cycling routes and this welcoming holiday cottage is within walking distance of two excellent pubs, The Sun Inn and the George and Dragon, both of which serve cask beers, Stone Close Cafe, Meadowside Cafe Bar & The Heritage Centre Cafe.
With space for up to eight guests to holiday in comfort, together with the ability to hire one of the additional properties at Manesty to sleep up to 14, Manesty Band is ideal for large or extended families, or groups of friends who want to get-away together in the Lake District. The location in the Borrowdale Valley, less than a mile from the shore of Derwentwater and only a few miles from Keswick, is perfect for beautiful walks to places like Catbells or sailing on the lake, and within easy reach some of the best attractions in the Lake District.
Manesty is a wonderful period farmhouse in the northern part of the Lake District that sleeps up to seven people in three bedrooms. Derwentwater is under a mile away while the vibrant market town of Keswick is only a few miles further, and there are footpaths from the door leading to places like Catbells and the ancient stone circle at Castlerigg. Guests can climb mountain peaks, fish, sail and cycle, or sit in the peaceful garden and enjoy the beautiful views towards Skiddaw, Blencathra and across the Borrowdale Valley. All the right ingredients for the perfect holiday!
Whether you are escaping for a long weekend, a week, or even longer, you will find that Cocklety How Byre is the ideal base for your Lake District holiday. The cottage, which is one of a collection of fantastic self-catering properties at Manesty, sits peacefully at the foot of Catbells with stunning views towards Skiddaw, Blencathra, Falcon Crag and Brown Dodd. The cottage is less than a mile from Grange village and the southern shore of Derwent Water, and five miles from Keswick, so it is perfect for couples who want somewhere quiet yet convenient to stay.
Has an escape to the country ever looked as good as The Nest? The welcoming 19th-century cottage has been sympathetically restored to offer a luxurious stylish standard of accommodation for up to four people, making it ideal for couples or families. The peaceful location just outside Lincomb and close to Stourport-on-Severn and Kidderminster is within easy reach of the River Severn, Wyre Forest and the ancient city of Worcester, as well as attractions like Hanbury Hall and Arley Arboretum.
The Old Rectory is the perfect Georgian country house. The Grade II listed property sits close to the centre of Symondsbury, just a mile and a half from the coast and 100 metres from the Ilchester Arms pub. Eleven double bedrooms comfortably sleep up to twenty two adults, while several rooms also have single beds so that the house can accommodate large parties of up to twenty nine people. Four reception rooms, a large verandah and two acres of gardens means there is ample space, while proximity to country walks, the beaches of the Jurassic Coast and pretty towns and villages make it easy to arrange a stay that everyone will love whether you are there for a family celebration or a team building weekend with colleagues.
A large group of people need a spacious property, and Hollytree House is ideal. This large holiday home is on the River Wye, close to Symonds Yat and within walking distance of three popular pubs including The Saracens Head which you can reach via a hand-pulled ferry across the river. With nine bedrooms and eight bathrooms, there is easily enough space for up to 22 guests to sleep in comfort, while the peaceful location at the end of a quiet lane means you won't be disturbed by passing traffic. Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth are both within easy reach, with nearby activities including hiking, mountain biking, climbing, fishing, whitewater rafting and sightseeing.
Wharfedale Lodge is ideal for groups of 4-20 people who want space and peace in beautiful surroundings. Whether you are on a walking or cycling holiday with family or friends, need somewhere away from the office where you can your colleagues can clear your head and plan for future success, or are running a retreat or workshop, the spacious living and dining area, beautifully maintained grounds and nine bedrooms are ideal. The venue is in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, in between Grassington and Kettlewell and within easy reach of Skipton.
