The Lily Pad in Nassington offers group accommodation in the Nene Valley for family reunions, celebrations and holidays with friends. Eight self-catering units can be booked together for up to 52 guests, or individually and in smaller combinations. The cottages and apartments have flexible bedroom arrangements, with accessible ground-floor options in several units. Guests can enjoy an indoor swimming pool, generous outdoor social space and a large barbecue area, with catering or a private chef available by arrangement. Dogs are welcome, and the village pub is within walking distance. Stamford, Burghley House, Rutland Water and the Nene Valley Railway are nearby.
With a ground floor en-suite bedroom and nursery with cot on the first floor, Pheasants Cottage is a perfect choice for families. Sleeping six guests in comfort and style, this beautifully presented flexible cottage sits in a superb position just a mile from Ringstead beach on Dorset's stunning World Heritage Jurassic Coast. Fabulous walking with the South West Coastal Path easily accessible, an abundance of attractions close by including Lulworth, Durdle Door, Weymouth and Poole, and a beach for lazy days. All the right ingredients for a seaside holiday. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
Beechwood Cottage is perfect for large or multi-generation family holidays in the Cotswolds. The stunning holiday home features panoramic views, a double-height ceiling with full-height windows, a bespoke kitchen, a wood-fired hot tub, and six gorgeous bedrooms to sleep up to twelve people. It's in the village of Sheepscombe, only half a mile from the popular Butcher's Arms pub and two miles from Painswick. Cheltenham, Gloucester, Stroud and Cirencester are all within easy reach. There are beautiful walks from the door and a great choice of cycling routes to help you explore.
An Eco-friendly holiday rental located in a rural position just three miles from the popular sailing town of Fowey and near to Polkerris beach. Close by to wonderful beaches, good restaurants, coastal walks and all the attractions of South Cornwall. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
The Fold Yard is a charming period holiday cottage in rural North Yorkshire, close to Sheriff Hutton and within easy reach of York, Castle Howard, Thirsk, The North York Moors and the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). It sleeps four people in two ensuite bedrooms and has a flexible layout that suits couples, friends or families. Guests are able to enjoy gorgeous walks or bike rides in the local area, with the owner providing secure bicycle storage. The cottage is offered all year round for short breaks and longer stays, depending on availability.
Exceptional both inside and out, this stylish well presented lodge sits in one of the most enviable positions in the Lake District, with a rural location close to Lake Windermere. Enjoy an alfresco meal on the terrace watching the sun set in the evening, and by day discover the many attractions of nearby Bowness and Windermere.
From the peaceful location on three acres of private grounds a mile and a half from Conwy to the fantastic standard of self-catering facilities, this big holiday home in Snowdonia has everything going for it. Sychnant Pass Country House sleeps up to 40 people in 13 ensuite bedroom suites, boasting luxurious extras like an indoor gym and heated swimming pool, a barbecue area with a firepit, a games room with a pool table, and lots of space to socialise and catch up with your family and friends. It's an excellent choice for hosting a reunion or a special celebration.
The Shropshire Hills are heavenly, especially when you stay in a self-catering holiday cottage as lovely as In the Hills. Surrounded by gardens and with panoramic views, this one-bedroom cottage is ideal for two but can accommodate four people when you use the double sofa-bed. It's in the quiet hamlet of Priest Weston, within a short walk of the Miners Arms pub and close to other amenities at Churchstoke. The Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is on the doorstep, and Offa's Dyke, Shrewsbury, Ironbridge, and Ludlow are all within easy reach.
Catherine Cottage is a charming 300-year-old holiday home in the small village of Ashford-in-the-Water, just over a mile from Bakewell and within easy reach of Buxton, Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall. The Monsal Trail runs close to the village, and there's bike hire available locally. The cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and has many original features, including oak beams and a fireplace with a log burner. It's very well equipped for a self-catering holiday. It's also dog-friendly (please note, although there is no garden, the Orchard park is 2 minutes' walk away and about 50% of our guests bring dogs with them). When you stay here, you're at the heart of village life, right in the countryside, and only a couple of steps to two fine pubs, a tea shop and the village store.
Dogs stay for free at this retreat in the romantic backdrop of the Cambrian Mountains. This charming Ceredigion holiday cottage is spaciously open-plan. Y Granar features a luxurious king-sized four-poster bed, an indulgent roll-top bath, a wood-burning stove, and a spacious deck with incredible views in every direction. The cottage is on the Tan yr Allt smallholding, just a mile up the mountain road from Tregaron with fantastic walks and bike rides from the door, and half an hour from the coast. It's ideal for couples or individuals who want to treat themselves to a wonderful holiday in stunning surroundings. Dogs of all sizes and varieties and temperaments are welcome for no extra charge.
Offering single level self-catering, Teal Cottage at Burgate Manor Farm is perfect for families and friends and offers an ideal base for exploring the New Forest and enjoying all it has to offer. Spend your days visiting the many attractions and cycling, walking or pony trekking the miles of forest tracks and trails before you retire back to relax in this comfy welcoming holiday cottage. Just a mile from Fordingbridge on the edge of the forest, Paultons Park, the Moors Valley Country Park, Lymington, Salisbury and Portsmouth are all within easy reach.
The New Forest National Park is such a popular holiday destination because it offers something for everyone. Mallard Cottage is one of seven excellent holiday homes to rent on Burgate Manor Farm, a mile from Fordingbridge and close to fantastic attractions including the New Forest Waterpark, Paultons Park, and the Moors Valley Country Park. It is also an easy drive from places like Lymington, Salisbury and Portsmouth, and footpaths, bridleways and cycling trails are abundant nearby. Whether you are getting the kids out into the fresh air for a family holiday or arranging a special celebration with your friends, the amenities and welcome at Burgate Manor Farm are perfect.
Kingfisher Cottage is ideal for couples and families visiting the New Forest National Park. Only a mile from Fordingbridge and within walking distance of The George pub, the holiday cottage is on a private 230-acre farm beside the banks of the Avon River, surrounded by meadows and fields. There is space for four people in two bedrooms, with a double sofa-bed that opens out to sleep up to two more adults. Paulton's Park, the National Motor Museum and Moors Valley Country Park are all within easy reach, as are miles of footpaths, traffic free cycling routes and bridleways. With its pretty thatched cottages, free-roaming ponies and ancient forests and woodland, the New Forest is a beautiful holiday destination at any time of the year.
This elegant first-floor apartment is on a quiet residential street slightly outside the centre of Harrogate. Guests at Upper Swan View are within a short walk of boutiques, antique shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants and the town's beautiful Valley Gardens. The location is perfect whether you're on holiday, in the area for work or wanting to explore the North Yorkshire Dales. The dog-friendly property has one bedroom with a versatile layout that can sleep one or two people. A comfortable double sofa-bed in the living room extends the apartment's capacity to four people. It's great for couples, friends, families and individuals.
Whether you're visiting Harrogate for a holiday, staying for work, or in town for an event or conference, Swan View Apartment is the perfect holiday home. The elegant ground floor apartment is in the desirable neighbourhood of Low Harrogate, with fantastic original Victorian features like high ceilings and a bay window overlooking the The Old Swan Hotel. It's only a short walk to chic boutiques and famous Harrogate attractions. The spectacular Nidderdale Valley, Howardian Hills, and Yorkshire Dales National Park provide miles of breathtaking scenery outside of town. York is under an hour's drive for a day trip, while Castle Howard (aka Downton Abbey) only a little further. Swan View Apartment sleeps up to four people in one bedroom with a sofabed in the living room. It's great for couples, individuals, small families and friends, and is dog-friendly.
Staithes is a pretty village on the North Yorkshire coast with loads of character and some fantastic attractions. This lovely townhouse on the High Street is ideal for families and friends as it is light and spacious and has a deck, patio and great views of the beck. The cottage is within walking distance of shops, pubs, the harbour and beach, and within easy reach of favourite attractions on the coast and in the North York Moors National Park, including Port Mulgrave, Runswick and Whitby.
Puddle Duck Cottage is an award-winning, independently owned luxury self-catering cottage, offering short breaks year-round and recognised by The Telegraph as one of the UK's top places to stay. For more than 12 years, we have welcomed guests to the heart of Shropshire's Ironbridge Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution and home to the world's first cast-iron bridge. The area also features 15 National Trust properties, including Blists Hill Victorian Town, Jackfield Tile Museum and Coalport China Museum.
A luxurious break in the country awaits at The Escape. This fantastic property is between Matlock and Bakewell and within reach of some of the best sights and attractions of the Peak District and the Derbyshire Dales including the Heights of Abraham and Chatsworth House. The Escape sleeps up to ten guests in five very comfortable bedrooms and features an extra games/entertaining room as well as an outdoor luxury sheltered hot tub. Private parking for 4 - 5 cars and Electric car charging point. Perfect for large or extended families or groups of friends, The Escape is available for short breaks or longer stays 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.
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
