Glas y Dorlan is a wonderful stylish barn conversion in a gorgeous setting between the Llyn Peninsula and southern Snowdonia mountains. Criccieth and beaches are two miles away, while Porthmadog and Portmeirion are 10 and 15 minutes by car. There is coarse and trout fishing on-site and excellent access to footpaths and cycling routes. Y Wyddfa (Snowdon), Zip World and Bounce Below are all within half an hour's drive. The cottage is dog friendly and sleeps up to four guests in two bedrooms. It is very popular with couples but also suits families and friends.
Perfect for active families and couples, this quiet holiday cottage sleeps up to five people in three comfortable bedrooms. The interior is spacious with lots of natural light through windows that frame woodland views. There is plenty of space outside as well, with both the house and garden being child and pet-friendly. Aonach, which has accommodation all on one level, is in the Cairngorms National Park, three miles from Kingussie and within easy reach of Aviemore. Beautiful walks and mountain bike trails lead from the door, with the cottage having secure bike storage and off-street parking.
Red Kite Lodge appeals to couples and families for its high standard of holiday accommodation and its convenient location. Set among 22 acres of a quiet holiday park, the Scandinavian-style wooden self-catering lodge sleeps up to four people in two bedrooms. It has balconies on both upper and lower levels where guests can enjoy views of the loch and possibly spot a local Red Kite. The beach at Sandyhills Bay is only a ten-minute walk from the door, as is the onsite bar and restaurant for nights when you don't feel like cooking. The Solway Firth, Dalbeattie Forest, and favourite sights and attractions are all within easy reach to make Red Kite Lodge a wonderful holiday destination at any time of the year. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Buttercups and Hayloft is a combination of two cottages. Buttercups sleeping 10 guests and 2 infants across 6 bedrooms and Hayloft sleeping 6 guests across 3 bedrooms. Dining for 16 however, is located in Buttercups with comfortable dining for all with oak chairs and wooden dining table, perfect for a large gathering of friends and family. Buttercups has 6 bedrooms, all on the first floor but with a downstairs cloak room. The bedrooms are accessed via two staircases. The staircase to the left of the cottage takes you to a Double Bedroom with en-suite Shower room, a Double Bedroom and a Single Bedroom that are serviced by a good sized family bathroom. The staircase to the right takes you to another large Double Bedroom with an en-suite Shower Room, a Single Bedroom and a Twin Bedroom that are serviced by a good sized family bathroom. Hayloft has a Master Bedroom with King Sized bed and an en-suite bathroom, a Double Bedroom with family bathroom opposite & a delightful Bunk Bed bedroom with full sized beds.
Emma's Dairy is a charming self-catering cottage located at Alkington Grange Barns, a few miles from the charming market town of Whitchurch in the beautiful Shropshire countryside. It sleeps up to five guests in three comfortable bedrooms, providing facilities that include an indoor heated swimming pool, a multi-use sports court, toddler's adventure playground, woodland picnic site, BBQ's and a private garden. The cottage is dog friendly. Close to many excellent local attractions including Chester Zoo, Hawkstone Follies, Park Hall Farm, Bewilderwood and the wonderful Aqua Park at Alderford Lake. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Stay in the heart of the beautiful Shropshire countryside in this lovely barn conversion which sleeps up to 10 people in five bedrooms & is also Pet Friendly. With Guests having access to a wide range of on-site facilities including use of a heated indoor swimming pool, sports area, toddler playground, a woodland picnic site, Bike Store, BBQ's and much more. Bursting with many local attractions from Chester Zoo, Bewilderwood, Hawkstone Follies & Park Hall farm to Hack Green Nuclear Bunker, Alderford Lake Aqua Park and Iron Bridge Gorge. Oliver's Mill is close to the charming market town of Whitchurch, which is filled with a wide range of artisan shops & cafes, Grindley Brook and the Llangollen Canal, and within easy reach of Shrewsbury, Chester, and Liverpool. It's ideal for big families or groups of friends who are celebrating a special occasion or just catching up over a relaxed few days in the countryside. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
If you're searching for a fantastic self-catering property with plenty of space for up to 12 people, a quiet rural location and activities on the doorstep, then James' Parlour is for you. The gorgeous five-bedroom holiday retreat is located at Alkington Grange Barns, close to the charming market town of Whitchurch which is filled with artisan shops, cafes, bars & restaurants. Guests have use of superb on site amenities that include a heated Indoor Swimming Pool, Under 5's Play Area, Multi Sports Court, Football Field (seasonal) BBQ's, Picnic Area, Bird Watching & Star Gazing Areas, Oak acre Avenue, Bike Store and on site parking. The local area is brimming with attractions right on your door step, perfect for keeping large groups entertained from days out to Bewilderwood, Chester Zoo, Park Hall Farm, The Crocky Trail, great walking at Hawkstone Follies to Pottery Parties at Doodle Alley and enjoy the Inflatable Aqua Park at Alderford, as well as their brilliant Escape Islands. There is excellent golf locally with McDonald Hill Valley and Hawkstone Park Golf club as well as Quik Padel, which is a 5 min walk from your cottage. Excellent walking & cycling on your doorstep with The Shropshire Way running through the farm, as well as the Mercia cycle way running past the farm. An excellent cottage & location for a Multi Generational Holiday or group get together. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Couples adore The Little Cottage on Geufron Farm near Tywyn in the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. The pretty stone holiday cottage sits on 22 private acres of land and has stunning views over the Fathew Valley from the cottage and the fenced terrace. It's only a few miles from the coast and within easy reach of places like Dolgellau, Castell Cynfal, and the waterfalls at Dolgolch and Nant Gwernol. Geufron Farm is a non-working farm, so there's lots of space but no farm noise or passing traffic to disturb your sleep.
The Old Farmhouse has been part of Geufron Farm for two hundred years, and it's even more welcoming today thanks to a sympathetic refresh by the owners who have made it feel comfortably modern without losing any original character. It's perfect for families, with space for up to nine people to sleep in four bedrooms, with sensational mountain views, and use of the farm's 20 acres. You can book it independently or with one of the five other holiday cottages on the estate. The beach is only a few miles away, and there are beautiful footpaths from the door, including to the nearby Peniarth Arms in Bryncrug.
You won't know where to look first when you arrive at The Barn. Will you sit on the deck and drink in the stunning views over the Snowdonia countryside to Cardigan Bay? Or look up to the mountains and the promise of an adventure? Maybe the interiors will catch your attention, where attractive original features have been complemented by a recent refurbishment to offer a high standard of accommodation for up to four people in two bedrooms, making it perfect for family and friends. The Barn is within walking distance of a dog-friendly pub and less than three miles from Tywyn's Blue Flag Beach and the Wales Coast Path. There is always plenty to see and do when you stay at The Barn, no matter what the season.
Fall in love all over again in this gorgeous holiday cottage in the Snowdonia National Park. The Granary sits in 20 private acres less than three miles from Cardigan Bay, Tywyn beach and the Wales Coastal Path, and within walking distance of the Peniarth Arms pub in Bryncrug. It is ideal for couples, though would also suit a solo adventurer who wants easy access to beautiful footpaths, exciting mountain bike routes, golf, fishing, horse riding, bird watching and a wealth of other activities that make Snowdonia a favourite holiday destination in every season.
The incredible views at The Cowshed are matched only by its stylish interior, which has recently been refurbished and updated to provide very comfortable self-catering accommodation for up to five people in two bedrooms. The layout (one double bedroom and a triple bunk room) is perfect for families, and with all rooms on one level, it's also great for people who like to avoid stairs. The Cowshed is on Geuforn Farm, a non-working farm set in 20 private acres in the south-west of Snowdonia National Park. Tywyn's Blue Flag beach is less than three miles from the door, and there is a welcoming, dog-friendly pub within walking distance.
You'll lose your heart to The Old Farmhouse and Cottage, which sits in 20 private acres and has spectacular views over the Snowdonia National Park to Cardigan Bay. The gorgeous period farmhouse has recently been refurbished and now boasts a fresh, modern interior with plenty of 21st Century luxuries that sit comfortably alongside original 17th Century features. The private garden has a heated outdoor swimming pool for guests exclusive use (between May to the end of Sept), and there are stunning walks and bike rides from the gate. With space for up to ten people to sleep in five lovely bedrooms across two neighbouring cottages,, this picturesque house is perfect for families and friends.
You, your family and your friends will love their stay in Oak Bank Farm. The spacious house features all of the extras you expect in a modern home yet has been built to a traditional style and using local materials so it looks as if it has stood in place for centuries. There is space for up to 14 people to sleep in six huge bedrooms, with a park, cafes, a village shop and three pubs only a 10-minute walk away in Ribchester. Beautiful walks to some of the Ribble Valley's most famous spots, including Beacon Fell and Longridge Fell are close, as is the Forest of Bowland. With Hidden Oaks spa on site, you'll never want to go home!
There's nowhere like the Ribble Valley with its fells and forests that are stunning in every season. Whitewell Cottage is near Ribchester, within a relaxed 10-15 minute stroll from a park, village shop, cafes and pubs, and close to fantastic walks leading to Longridge Fell and Bowland Fell. This eco-friendly accessible holiday cottage sleeps up to four people in two gorgeous bedrooms, with a layout that suits couples, friends or families and luxurious touches like underfloor heating and an outdoor hot tub. It's a fantastic choice for a walking or cycling holiday, spa breaks and ideal for sightseeing in places such as Clitheroe and Whalley.
A charming eco-friendly cottage in the Ribble Valley built to a high specification with space for up to four people to sleep in two bedrooms. Ribchester is a 10-15 minute walk away, with cafes, pubs, a park and a village shop. There are beautiful walks in the vicinity, including routes to Longridge Fell and Beacon Fell, and the Forest of Bowland National Landscape is only a few miles from the door. Dinkley Cottage is ideal for couples, small families and friends.
An eco-friendly holiday cottage half a mile from Ribchester and within walking distance of a park, shops and pubs. There are four ensuite bedrooms to sleep up to eight guests, making this an ideal choice for families and friends who want to be able to explore the beautiful Ribble Valley with ease. Hidden Oaks spa and pool is onsite, offering treatments and exclusive hire options (booked separately.) Clitheroe and Whalley are both within a 20-minute drive from the cottage, with nearby attractions including Stonyfell College, Beacon Fell, the Brockholes Nature Reserve, and the Bowland Wild Boar Park.
Whether you're organising a get-together with far-flung friends or searching for the perfect place for a special family celebration, Duddle Cottage is perfect. This gorgeous stone holiday cottage is finished and furnished to a high standard and can accommodate up to ten guests in five ensuite bedrooms. It is in the beautiful Ribble Valley, half a mile from Ribchester and with easy access to wonderful footpaths and cycling routes leading to places like Beacon Fell, as well as through the nearby Forest of Bowland and beside the River Ribble. There's also a spa with pool on site so you'll never want to leave!
Sherburne Cottage is in the beautiful Ribble Valley, only half a mile from Ribchester Village with panoramic views over the countryside and luxurious spa and pool on site. There is space for up to four people to sleep in two ensuite bedrooms, make it perfect for couples and families who want a convenient, comfortable holiday cottage from which to explore. Fill your days with adventure and spend your evenings relaxing under the stars in your outdoor hot tub. There are excellent footpaths, cycling routes and bridleways, and local attractions that include Clitheroe Castle, Whalley abbey and the Ribchester Roman Museum.
This stylish cottage is on the outskirts of Ribchester in the Ribble Valley, only half a mile from the village shop, playground, cafes and pubs. The owners have used traditional materials with modern eco-friendly touches to ensure that guests are warm and comfortable all year round, staying somewhere that helps to protect this beautiful environment for future generations. There is space for up to seven people to sleep in four ensuite bedrooms, with lots of space to relax indoors and outside. Bailey Cottage is perfect for families and friends who want a home-away-from-home from which they can enjoy what is arguably one of the most picturesque parts of England.
