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52.941452, 1.139036

With a games room, large living room and three generously sized bedrooms, Seaford Holiday Cottage is ideal for families who like to spread out. There is room for six people to sleep in comfort, and the cottage has a 5-Star Gold rating from Visit England thanks to the high standard of accommodation. Weybourne beach and the Ship Inn pub are both within walking distance, and with attractions including Holkham Hall and Cley Marshes, as well as Sheringham and Cromer all within easy reach, why wouldn't you want to stay here?  Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£1050 to £2195

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 4 (off peak) | 4 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday | 5 Star Gold

54.784798, -4.102158

Dairy House sleeps up to five people in 4-Star comfort. The three-bedroom, dog-friendly cottage is on a family-run farm a few miles from Kirkcudbright and close to Meikle Ross. The views of the coast and countryside are beautiful at any time of year, interrupted only by the odd cow or red kite. It is a wonderful place to stop and recharge, enjoying spending time with family and friends in very comfortable surroundings.

Weekly guide price:
£320 to £619
Short breaks from £74 per night

5  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

54.784798, -4.102158

Escape to the beautiful south-west coast of Scotland with a stay at Creel Cottage. The dog-friendly cottage is on a private farm and just steps from the beach at Ross Bay. There is space for up to four people to sleep in two bedrooms, giving couples, families and friends easy access to Kirkcudbright, Brighouse Bay, Meikle Ross and Galloway Forest Park. There are big sky views, fantastic pubs and restaurants, and a wealth of history, nature and adventure to enjoy.

Weekly guide price:
£320 to £619
Short breaks from £74 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

54.784798, -4.102158

Byre by the Sea is one of four lovely self-catering properties on the family-run Ross Farm. The single-storey holiday cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is the perfect get-away-from-it-all property with its fantastic waterfront location on breathtaking Ross Bay. It is an excellent year-round holiday destination with lots for everyone to do from beachcombing to golf, mountain biking and sightseeing. This part of Scotland is incredibly peaceful and remarkably unspoiled, yet very easy to reach, and staying here will almost feel like you have been let in on a beautiful secret.

Weekly guide price:
£315 to £595

2+2  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

54.784798, -4.102158

The owners of The Old Cheeseloft believe that life is better by the sea and, once you have stayed at this fantastic waterfront property, you will agree with them! It is one of three beautifully renovated self-catering holiday cottages on the owner's 500-acre farm, steps away from the beach at Ross Bay with incredible views towards the Isle of Man, Solway Firth and the Cumbrian Fells. Guests can enjoy breathtaking walks along the coast or through the countryside, fish, play golf, mountain bike or rock climb. Nearby towns offer plenty of places to eat and drink, as well as shopping, galleries and museums showcasing Scotland's incredible history. With space for five people in three bedrooms, The Old Cheeseloft is perfect for families and friends.

Weekly guide price:
£295 to £595

5  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.548232, -4.900060

2 Penmayne Cottage comfortably accommodates four guests in two bedrooms and is a short walk from one of Cornwall's finest beaches. Set away from passing traffic at the end of a private lane the property offers privacy and tranquillity so you can relax and unwind in peace. Nearby amenities include a fish and chip shop, a village store, and a locally famous bakery and deli. Ideal for couples, and the cottage's flexible bedding arrangement also makes it suitable for families and friends. Rock, known as the St Tropez of Cornwall, offers celebrity sightings amidst stunning coastal views from the beach and the South West Coast footpath. 

Weekly guide price:
£695 to £1645
Short breaks from £99 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

51.047784, -4.070839

Perfect for couples (one or two) and families, Corner Cottage has two en-suite bedrooms (one on the ground floor) and enjoys the benefits from being nicely tucked away from the other cottages on Corffe Estate, whilst having use of the excellent facilities including an indoor pool and tennis. Sitting on the outskirts of the Devon village of Tawstock, Barnstaple is a short car ride away and the glorious beaches of Woolacombe, Ilfracombe, Croyde and Westward Ho! are within easy reach, as is Exmoor National Park. The perfect self-catering retreat for a relaxing holiday in North Devon with an abundance of attractions within easy reach and excellent amenities on the doorstep.

Weekly guide price:
£550 to £1350

5  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

51.047784, -4.070839

Perfect for families, this welcoming self-catering retreat sleeps up to six guests in three bedrooms (the twin en-suite room is accessed off the double, plus there is a separate double bedroom) and is perfectly placed on Corffe Estate in a tranquil setting in North Devon. Guests have the use of excellent on-site facilities including a fabulous indoor pool, tennis court, five acres of grounds (including play areas for children) and a hot tub - all the right ingredients for the perfect holiday! Exmoor National Park and popular beaches are within easy driving distance including Woolacombe, Ilfracombe, Croyde and Westward Ho!

Weekly guide price:
£570 to £1300

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

51.047784, -4.070839

Sleeping up to ten guests, Number Six Corffe Cottages is perfect for friends or families who want to relax and unwind holidaying in North Devon. Located on the outskirts of Tawstock, the cottage is one of a collection of luxury holiday homes sitting on the Corffe Estate just a short drive from Barnstaple with excellent on-site facilities including a shared heated indoor pool, all weather tennis court and five acres of grounds. Within easy driving distance of the glorious beaches of Woolacombe, Ilfracombe, Croyde and Westward Ho!, along with Exmoor's stunning national park, you can be as lazy or active as you wish on your holiday at Corffe.

Weekly guide price:
£1275 to £3295

10  |   5  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

51.047784, -4.070839

Just outside Tawstock and a short drive from Barnstaple, Corffe is a wonderful estate with nine holiday cottages and a magnificent Georgian country house which sleeps up to 22 people. Corffe House can be rented on its own or together with some or all of the cottages to accommodate larger parties for events like weddings. With beaches like Woolacombe, Ilfracombe, Croyde and Westward Ho! as well as the Exmoor National Park nearby, a holiday at Corffe is one of endless fun. The grounds have an all-weather tennis court and adventure play area, and there is also an indoor swimming pool and spa bath. Corffe House also has a cinema room with pool table for relaxed evenings watching films or challenging your friends and family to a game. Whether you're there for a long weekend to celebrate an occasion with your extended family and friends, or sneaking away for a romantic week in the beautiful North Devon countryside, Corffe has the perfect self-catering property for you.

Weekly price:
Please enquire with owner

18-22  |   9  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

51.208314, -3.599219

Spacious home from home in the picturesque village of Porlock in the heart of Exmoor National Park (Somerset/Devon border) offering spectacular sea views and plenty of space to accommodate 1-8  guests in four bedrooms. The flexible layout makes this holiday home a favourite with extended or multi-generational families and groups of friends as it enables everyone to spend time together without sacrificing their personal space.   We also host photography groups and welcome guests from abroad.   The historic Ship Inn and Porlock village centre are just a couple of minutes walk, and there are wonderful footpaths and cycling trails from our doorstep.   Lynton, Lynmouth and Dunster are all nearby, as are wonderful beaches and the vast expanse of the Exmoor National Park.  With a large secure private garden and wonderful beach, moorland and woodland walks on our doorstep our property your dogs will throughly enjoy their holiday too. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£750 to £1895

8  |   4  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star

51.208314, -3.599219

Perfectly placed in the picturesque Somerset village of Porlock, Bracken is a one bedroom ground floor holiday apartment with garden and car parking which provides the ideal place for individuals and couples to enjoy a relaxing break and discover the many attractions of Somerset, Devon  and Exmoor National Park including the South West Coastal Path and Coleridge Way. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£400 to £550

2  |   1  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star

51.208314, -3.599219

A perfect family and dog friendly holiday retreat in the heart of Exmoor's picturesque National Park with breathtaking sea views, where two to eight guests can enjoy a relaxing holiday in the picturesque coastal village of Porlock in West Somerset. A haven for wildlife, the local area offers fantastic opportunities for walkers as well as restaurants for a meal out and plenty of attractions.   Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£570 to £1650

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star

56.269753, -5.502882

A luxurious holiday retreat for two in a tranquil position with lovely loch views in Melfort, Argyll within driving distance of Oban. Peaceful setting, log burner, large bathroom with roll top bath and walk-in shower. Wonderful walks, spectacular scenery and a pub and restaurant nearby - what more could you ask for from a romantic break or self-catering base for exploring Scotland (and the Isles). Sorry no pets allowed at this property - all the wildlife is right outside the door! Tourist board rating: 5 Star

Weekly guide price:
£695 to £1250

2  |   1  |   No  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 4 (off peak) | 4 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 5 Star

50.298417, -3.701062

"Nestled in the picturesque South Hams, near Kingsbridge Devon, Kingfisher Cottage is a spacious three bedroom 18th-century barn conversion, and perfect for a relaxing holiday. With fast broadband, it’s ideal for families, friends, and dog owners seeking a self-catering getaway near Kingsbridge, Dartmouth, and close to award-winning beaches and the South West Coast path."

Weekly guide price:
£550 to £1500

6+1  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

Aird Steading Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Sat, 1st Aug 2026 for 7 nights, £720Save £80"Escape to Scotland’s stunning west coast and enjoy breath taking sea views of Inner Hebrides. Wildlife, bird.life and walks on the doorstep."
56.154781, -5.588269

Sitting in a simply stunning position with breathtaking views over the Isles of Jura, Mull and Scarba, this 5 Star holiday cottage provides the perfect retreat to escape away from it all. An exceptional position sitting close to the Scottish village of Ardfern in picturesque Argyll. Tourist board rating: 5 Star

Weekly guide price:
£450 to £800

2  |   1  |   No  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 5 Star

Aird House

Last Minute Offer:Sat, 15th Aug 2026 for 7 nights, £850"Stunning sea views on west coast of Argyll. Sunsets over Inner Hebrides"
56.154781, -5.588269

A waterside cottage sitting in a fabulous position amongst some of Scotland's finest scenery on the Craignish Peninsula with views over the Isle of Jura. Located in Argyll, close to the little Scottish village of Ardfern and under thirty miles from Oban guests can enjoy incredible scenery, wildlife, plenty of attractions and the tranquility of being by the water. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£475 to £850

6  |   4  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 4 Star

50.374673, -4.540720

Five delightful Cornish stone holiday cottages with immense charm dating back to the 17th Century, sitting in an idyllic position amongst unspoilt rolling countryside close to the popular seaside resort of Looe in South Cornwall. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£275 to £875

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 4 Star

50.374673, -4.540720

Cosy and welcoming,  one of four holiday cottages at Talehay, sitting amongst the glorious countryside of South Cornwall within easy reach of a host of attractions including the coast with popular seaside towns like Looe. A lovely blend of 17th Century character and modern conveniences ensure a relaxing stay. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£300 to £750

2+1  |   1  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 4 Star

54.481248, -0.610861

Harbour Watch is a lovely holiday apartment in Whitby overlooking the marina and River Esk, with free parking and easy access to the town centre, beach and harbour. Sleeping four guests in two bedrooms with two bathrooms, this self-catering holiday apartment in Whitby suits couples, friends and families looking for a comfortable base on the Yorkshire Coast. The waterfront location provides ever-changing views of boats and harbour life, while Whitby Beach, Whitby Abbey, the famous 199 Steps and the North York Moors National Park are all within easy reach. Restaurants, pubs and attractions are close by, yet the setting remains peaceful and relaxing.

Weekly guide price:
£650 to £950
Short breaks from £125 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible