Torbay Rise is a beautiful holiday home where families can gather comfortably to spend precious time together. The sizeable Victorian property is the owner's former home, and the sense of warmth and welcome is evident in every room. They have carefully refurbished the property to provide space for 15 people in eight bedrooms with two reception rooms, a big kitchen/diner for family self-catering, a cinema room, a games room, and a heated indoor swimming pool with a hot tub and a sauna. Guests enjoy panoramic views from the hilltop location with windows facing Torquay beach and the harbour. The seaside, shops, cafes and other amenities are within a ten-minute stroll.
Plenty of space awaits your family and friends at Castle Farm. The beautiful Brecon Beacons self-catering property comprises The Farmhouse with 6 bedrooms sleeping up to 16 people with one bedroom being accessed from a courtyard and the next door Cottage which has 3 bedrooms, sleeping an additional 12. The holiday home sits in its own valley close to Capel-y-ffin, a tiny hamlet seven miles from Hay-on-Wye and 14 miles from Abergavenny. It has fantastic views and excellent opportunities for walking, mountain biking, cycling, horse riding, and other fun activities. Guests love the flexibility of accommodation which is suitable for everything from a family reunion to a relaxed Christmas with friends and wellness retreats.
Plenty of space awaits your family and friends at Castle Farm. The beautiful Brecon Beacons self-catering property comprises The Farmhouse has 5+1 bedrooms sleeping 10-16 people and the Granary, which is an external double bedroom. The holiday home sits in its own valley close to Capel-y-ffin, a tiny hamlet 7 miles from Hay-on-Wye and 14 miles from Abergavenny. It has fantastic views and excellent opportunities for walking, mountain biking, cycling, horse riding, and other fun activities. Guests love the flexibility of accommodation which is suitable for everything from a family reunion to a relaxed Christmas with friends and wellness retreats.
Relax amongst woodland trees with fantastic water views at Red Squirrel Cabin. The architect-designed holiday home is in Leckmelm Wood, 2.5 miles from Ullapool and a few minutes' walk to the edge of Loch Broom. It's furnished for couples or friends to enjoy a relaxing self-catering Highland holiday, with the bedroom sleeping two people in one superking or two single beds. The ecologically conscientious design and materials in the property allow it to sit gently in its natural setting while still providing all the features you want. Bookings are available all year round to enable you to enjoy the west coast in all seasons.
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.
Dolphin Cottage is a charming thatched holiday home on Marine Parade in Lyme Regis. Built around 1800, it has many original features and sleeps four people in two bedrooms with two bathrooms. You'll love falling asleep to the sound of the waves and having breakfast on the private waterfront terrace, being just steps from the sand and around 100 yards from shops, bars, and restaurants. The UNESCO Jurassic Coast and South West Coast Path are literally outside the door, making this self-catering cottage a firm favourite with families and couples in all seasons.
Don't wait to plan your self-catering escape to North Norfolk. Half Moon House is a lovely brick and flint holiday home in Great Walsingham, sleeping eight people in four bedrooms, two with ensuite bathrooms. It's child-friendly, dog-friendly, and a leisurely 15-minute walk from a village shop and pub. Beautiful beaches are only a short drive away, and you're close to Fakenham, Burnham Market, Holt, Holkham and Wells-next-the-Sea. Coastal walks, lazy bike rides through the countryside, historic houses, family-friendly attractions and excellent restaurants can all be on your itinerary when you stay at Half Moon House.
Balvonie House is the perfect setting for your celebration. Whether you're marking a milestone birthday or a special occasion like a wedding or simply enjoying being able to spend time with extended family and friends, the spacious country mansion on the shore of the River Clyde provides an elegant backdrop for your self-catering holiday. The holiday home is in Skelmorlie, only 45 minutes from Glasgow, with breath taking views over the water to the Kyles of Bute. It sleeps 26 people in 11 bedrooms with children and well-behaved pets welcome.
Converted Georgian stables in the grounds of Dunstan Hall makes a charming holiday cottage for couples or families. Stable Cottage is a mile from Craster and the Northumberland coast in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It sleeps four people in two rooms with panoramic views over the countryside towards Dunstanburgh Castle from the house and the garden. You can walk to the village pub and are within only a few miles of Alnwick and Bamburgh with their incredible castles and lively towns. Surfing, walking, cycling, fishing, and golf are all easily accessible.
Luxuriate in the peace and beauty of the Northumberland Coast AONB. Hemmel House is a newly built (but in traditional style) holiday home sleeping six people in three ensuite bedrooms. It's perfect for a self-catering holiday with family and friends in all seasons, thanks to efficient underfloor heating and huge windows from which you can admire panoramic views across fields towards Dunstanburgh Castle and the coast. The beach at Embleton is a scenic stroll along a bridleway just over a mile-long. Dunstan village pub is even closer. Alnwick, Bamburgh and Craster are all within easy reach to enjoy castles, kayaking and kippers all in one day.
Do you fancy yourself as Lord or Lady of the Manor? Dunstan Hall is the perfect place to indulge those fantasies. The beautiful Northumberland holiday home sleeps 18 people in 10 bedrooms with parts dating back some 800 years and views across fields towards the coast and Dunstaburgh Castle. It's in the quiet village of Dunstan, a stroll from the village pub and a mile from the historic village of Craster, with it’s gastro pub, café and fishmongers, selling the famous Craster kipper! About 100 yards up the road is the start of a scenic bridleway to Embleton Bay, about a mile and a half away. Alnwick, Bamburgh, Lindisfarne and the Cheviot Hills are all nearby for memorable days out. You can book Dunstan Hall in combination with the owner's two other adjacent cottages for self-catering holidays for 29 friends, family members or colleagues.
Primrose Cottage, Embleton, Northumberland, is a converted farm cottage, ideal for couples or individuals and situated within a 2-3 minute walk of Embleton beach (voted best beach in the country by Mumsnet and Countryfile viewers!) The Cottage is perfect for beach lovers, nature and bird watchers, golfers, walkers and experienced paddle boarders and surfers.
The Barn - 2 bedroom self-catering cottage with the option of an added annexe (The Churnery B&B Room). Dog friendly, open plan living space, 1 Master, 1 Twin room, bathroom with bath and shared outside seating area The Dairy - 3 bedroom self-catering cottage with private garden. Open plan living, 1 master, 1 triple and 1 single bedroom. Dog-friendly with outside seating and B&B.
With sea views as incredible as this you won't want to miss a minute of daylight when you stay at Studio Cottage. The gorgeous stone self-catering holiday home stands proudly on its exclusive 6 acre estate, on a hillside overlooking the stunning Cornish coastline of Talland Bay. Slowly meander down the private woodland steps down to the babbling brook then on to the café and beach below. There's enough space to comfortably sleep ten people in four bedrooms and the open plan layout suits big families, extended families and friends. Stroll along the South West Coast Path to the quaint fishing villages of Polperro or Looe, hire a sea kayak, enjoy long, lazy days at the beach or simply relax and unwind within the cottage grounds. It's a blissful spot you'll want to revisit again and again.
***Fully refurbished for 2024*** The mountains and coastline of Southern Snowdonia are best enjoyed from a welcoming holiday home like The Barn at Llwyngloddaeth. The three-bedroom stone cottage is in an elevated position less than two miles from Barmouth, with stunning views of the Mawddach Estuary. There's space for five people, and it's child and dog-friendly, so ideal for families who love walking, mountain biking, golf, fishing, and sailing. The Barn is available for holiday bookings all year round, with many guests returning year after year to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
The Old Chapel is away from the hubbub of St Ives yet close enough to walk to beaches and shops. The large holiday home suits families and extended families as it sleeps eight people in four bedrooms with four bathrooms, a garden, and use of the pool and other amenities at the Polmanter Touring Park. The Halsetown Inn is a short walk away, as is the St Michael's Way footpath. Local attractions include Tate St Ives, Flambards, the Seal Sanctuary, and Land's End. Holiday bookings are available all year round, with short breaks possible outside of peak season.
You can't help but relax in the tranquil setting of Crownwheel Cottage. The period stone and timber barn has been converted into a beautiful holiday home beside a mill leat with six acres of shared ground that include bluebell woods, a waterfall and a riverside lawn. The cottage is ideal for families or friends, sleeping six guests in three bedrooms with the potential for two more in folding beds or travel cots. Slapton village is three miles away, while Dartmouth, Kingsbridge, Salcombe and Totnes are also within easy reach. Combine lazy days on the beach with gorgeous walks and bike rides through the countryside and around the coast, and fun days shopping, eating and sightseeing in picturesque towns and villages. Holiday bookings are available all year round.
Woodpecker Cottage is a wonderful holiday cottage for couples or families who want to be close to the South West Coast Path and the famous beaches of North Devon. The two-bedroom cottage sleeps four people and is beautifully presented, featuring a log burner in the living room, patio, and no immediate neighbours. It's in the village of Bucks Cross, in an Area of Outstanding of Natural Beauty and within walking distance of the village shop. Bideford, Barnstaple and Bucks Mills are all within easy reach, as are Westward Ho!, The Big Sheep, and The Milky Way Adventure Park. Pls note: Bookings run Friday to Friday (7 days) or Monday to Friday for weekend and mid-weekshort breaks.
If you're searching for a true escape - a place you can get away from crowds, noise and light pollution, you'll love Glaic Cottage. This Grade B listed blackhouse is on North Uist in the Outer Hebrides and has recently been restored and refurbished to provide luxury accommodation for one or two people. It's near Claddach Carinish with no nearby neighbours. The location is ideal for exploring the beautiful beaches, landmarks, and hills of North and South Uist, with day trips to other islands within easy reach. It's available for holiday booking all year round.
Enjoy the beauty of South Devon from this charming holiday cottage in Kingsbridge. The one bedroom Victorian property is a stroll from the quay, bars, tea rooms and shops with wonderful walking, cycling, sailing and sightseeing opportunities. It comes with off-street parking, a huge plus in the busy summer season, and has a picturesque cottage front garden and living room with a log burner. Salcombe, Dartmouth and Dartmoor National Park are nearby, as are the Rivers Dart and Avon. Gardeners Cottage welcomes couples and independent travellers all year round.
