The Llyn Peninsula is so peaceful that it almost feels like a hidden treasure. Surrounded by miles of stunning coast with outstanding views and sandy beaches, it is a fantastic year-round holiday destination for people who enjoy spending time outdoors in a beautiful landscape with easy access to the Snowdonia National Park. The Cottage is one of a handpicked collection of luxury seafront properties in the north of the peninsula. Its two gorgeous bedrooms sleep up to four people, and the layout is as perfect for couples as it is for families and friends. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
One of an impressive collection of luxury award-winning holiday homes ideally position on the outskirts of Richmond - the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales National Park. If you are looking for a little luxury whilst on holiday, with the convenience of amenities and places for a meal out within walking distance, then this stylish lodge is likely to be a perfect choice. Lovely walks and cycle routes from the front door and a wealth of attractions within easy reach.
Fall in love with a seaside lifestyle at Coast View. This stunning house is within walking distance of award-winning Woolacombe Beach and the South West Coast Path, providing a very high standard of accommodation for up to ten people in five bedrooms. It has fantastic ocean views from most rooms, a sundeck with a hot tub, and a layout perfect for families and friends. Explore far and wide or park the car and forget about it for a week - there is plenty to see and do whatever you choose.
It would be hard to find a better located self-catering cottage in Norfolk than this fantastic property. Sleeping ten people in five bedrooms, it is just a few miles from the Norfolk Broads National Park, the Norfolk Coast and the historical city of Norwich. The accommodation is all on one level with guests having access to shared gardens and the private use of a heated swimming pool (May to Sept), as well as a private garden and patio with a seven-person hot tub. Country walks, sailing and fishing, leisurely cycles, days at the seaside, shopping, theatres and excellent food make this perfect for families and friends.
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
Monkhouse Hill is an award-winning holiday venue near Caldbeck, close to the Northern Fells of the Lake District and within sight of some of the most beautiful scenery in Cumbria. Cloven Stone Cottage is one of nine beautiful properties the owners have either converted or built, sitting quietly in five acres of beautiful grounds. Penrith, Kendal, Cockermouth and Ullswater are all within easy reach, as are Carlisle and the Southern Lakes. The cottage comfortably sleeps up to four people in two bedrooms and is a particular favourite of couples and families with older children. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
You might love your family and friends enough to go on holiday with them, but that doesn't mean you do not appreciate having your own space. Great Calva is perfect because not only is it in a stunning location in the Eden Valley and close to the Northern Fells of the Lake District, but it also has three separate bedroom suites that sleep up to 12 people so you can spend your days and evenings socialising, then withdraw in peace at night. The holiday cottage is part of Monkhouse Hill - a former Georgian farm near Caldbeck that has been successfully converted into nine award-winning holiday properties to accommodate everyone from couples to families and large groups. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Brae Fell is a beautifully converted barn in a fantastic location. The owners of Monkhouse Hill have taken a 300-year old farm with far-reaching views of the Eden Valley and transformed the buildings into nine award-winning self-catering properties that are close to the Northern Fells of the Lake District National Park. There are miles of incredible walking and cycling routes in the area, and you can easily reach places like Carlisle, Penrith, Keswick, Bassenthwaite and the southern Lakes. Brae Fell can comfortably accommodate eight people in four bedrooms, making it ideal for large or extended families and groups of friends. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Ideal for couples or families, Miller Moss is a beautiful barn conversion that sleeps up to four people in two bedrooms. It is one of nine superb self-catering properties at Monkhouse Hill near Caldbeck and the Northern Fells of the Lake District. Penrith is just a few miles away, and Keswick, Bassenthwaite, Skiddaw, Cockermouth and Carlisle are all within easy reach. The cottage is only 15 minutes from the M6 making it well located for exploring the southern part of the Lake District National Park as well. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
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.
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.
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.
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.
Some properties say "beachfront" even when they are miles from the sand, but Sunnycliffe lives up to the description, being just across the road from Combesgate Beach, and only a short walk from Barricane Beach. As if that was not enough, Woolacombe Beach is around a 20-minute walk away, giving guests the best of the North Devon Heritage Coast to enjoy. Walk the South West Coast Path or cycle the Tarka Trail. There are museums, country houses and gardens to explore, and countless pubs, cafes and restaurants serving delicious food and drink. There is space for six guests to stay in three bedrooms, making Sunnycliffe a perfect self-catering base for families and friends.
Braunton Farmhouse is a fantastic holiday home surrounded by fields and close to the beaches of Devon. You can walk or cycle the two miles to Braunton's pubs, shops and cafes if you do not want to drive, and fantastic beaches like Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay and Woolacombe are nearby. This part of North Devon is protected as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and with favourite attractions such as the Tarka Trail, South West Coast Path, Exmoor Zoo, Watermouth Castle and the Combe Martin Dinosaur and Wildlife Park only a short drive away, there is no shortage of fun to be had! Surrounded by fields and with space for ten guests in five bedrooms, you can easily imagine the Famous Five having adventures somewhere just like this dog-friendly farmhouse.
With space for up to 20 guests, The Manor Stables has wide appeal with a log burner, exclusive hot tub, lovely rural views, private patio area and the shared use of 70 acres of beautiful parkland with plenty of space including ponds, vineyard and Games Barn. Beautifully presented throughout, this superb holiday home is one of a collection of nine exclusive properties thoughtfully designed with large parties in mind and sits on The Cotswold Estate on the outskirts of the Oxfordshire village of Lew. The popular Lord Kitchener pub is within walking distance and the Cotswolds many attractions including the Cotswold Wildlife Farm, Oxford's dreaming spires and Blenheim Palace are all within easy driving distance. A perfect choice for anyone looking to get together with friends and family or celebrate a special occasion (hen parties and stag weekends welcome!). The owner is able to arrange fun activities including zorbing, clay pigeon shooting, team building events and mini-olympic games.
The Manor Wychwood is a delight in contradictions. The luxurious barn conversion is quiet and rural yet just a short drive from Witney, Woodstock, Blenheim Palace and Oxford. It can sleep up to 24 people in 10 bedrooms yet retains the welcoming feeling of a family home. The layout is ideal for getting together to celebrate milestone occasions, but there are also quiet corners where guests can retreat for peace and privacy. The Manor Wychwood is in the Cotswold AONB and managed as part of the Cotswold Manor Estate, so you know you and your guests will enjoy a high standard of accommodation with excellent facilities and support when planning the perfect holiday or celebratory break with extended family or friends.
If you are planning an annual catch-up with far-flung friends, getting the entire family together to celebrate Christmas or a milestone birthday, or you need a peaceful place for a corporate event, The Cotswold Manor Estate has everything you need. There are nine beautiful self-catering properties to choose from with each sleeping between 10 to 30 people which can be booked individually or together to accommodate bigger groups. Guests have use of the estate's 70-acres of private grounds and are close to Oxford and favourite Cotswold attractions for exciting days out.
The Cotswold Manor Estate is the perfect place for a holiday with extended family and friends or as a venue to celebrate a milestone event. The Manor Barn (sleeps 16) is one of nine beautiful properties sleeping between 10 and 30 people with guests having access to 70 acres of grounds that include parkland, ponds, a vineyard and woodland walks. The estate is within walking distance of the Lord Kitchener gastropub and close to Bampton village. Blenheim, Oxford, Bicester, and pretty Cotswold villages like Bourton-on-the-Water and the Slaughters are all within easy reach.
Whether you are planning a holiday for five people, 55 guests or even more, you will find everything you are searching for at The Cotswold Manor Estate. Manor Cottage sleeps up to 14 people in five bedrooms, with a spacious, open-plan living and dining area and lots of outdoor space including a hot-tub. Guests have use of 70-private acres where you can arrange fun activities everyone will love. There is an excellent pub, The Lord Kitchener, a mile away, with favourite sites and attractions including Bourton-on-the-Water, Blenheim Palace and the city of Oxford all within easy reach.
