One of the many advantages of going self-catering is as the name suggests, you're able to cater for yourself. For those on a limited budget; with special dietary requirements; with young children who need to be in bed early and for people passionate about cooking, it's the ideal holiday solution. However, it's nice to have a night off cooking while you're away so we've made it easy for you to search for holiday homes within walking distance (up to a mile) of a pub. Read more
Full of traditional character and charm, Rose Cottage is a delightful self-catering retreat conveniently positioned just a short walk from the market square of Stow-on-the Wold with an excellent choice of pubs, restaurants, coffee houses and shops. An ideal location for exploring the Cotswolds and popular holiday destinations. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Enjoy the warmer months at 4* Ocean View Apt w Sea Views & Terrace, a charming ground-floor cottage apartment in Little Haven, with breathtaking views across St Bride’s Bay. Just moments from sandy beaches, coastal walks and friendly village pubs, it’s an ideal retreat for couples, families or friends. Sleeping up to 4 and proudly rated 4-STAR by Visit Wales, 4* Ocean View Apt w Sea Views & Terrace is perfectly placed for SPRING, EASTER & SUMMER breaks — from wildflowers and wildlife to beach days and long coastal evenings. Explore historic St David’s, enjoy family fun at Folly Farm, or simply relax and soak up the views. ✨ Book your coastal escape and make lasting memories by the sea. ✨
Strongate Orchard is a single static home situated on a small working beef farm, a 10 minute drive north of Bridport, Dorset. Secluded location at the bottom of a long winding lane with no passing traffic. A great base and ideal location for either a family farm stay or adults, you will likely see our animals in the field next door, birds in the Orchard, and there is also plenty of outside space for ball games. We are located within Dorset's Natural Landscape and the World Heritage Jurassic coastline along with Bridport, famous for it's twice weekly street market and antiques quarter, is a 10 minute drive away. The coastal village of Charmouth is ideal for fossil hunting and we offer short breaks as well as 7 night stays.
One of two self-catering cottages full of character ideally placed in the very heart of Coverdale in the Yorkshire Dales with extensive views. A great location for walking and cycling, the cottages are cosy all year round with a log burner and biomass heating system. Both cottages offer metered electric vehicle charging sockets (type 2). Together the cottages can sleep groups of eight.
One of two self-catering cottages full of character ideally placed in the very heart of Coverdale in the Yorkshire Dales with extensive views. A great location for walking and cycling, the cottages are cosy all year round with a log burner and biomass heating system. Both cottages offer metered electric vehicle charging sockets (type 2). Together the cottages can sleep groups of eight.
Stationside Apartment is just made for those who want to explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Forest of Bowland. Located opposite the train station in the historic town of Settle, you can enjoy easy access to many attractions by train; superb walking and cycling from the front door and excellent amenities (including pubs, cafes and shops) within a 10 minute stroll. Fully equipped for self-catering, this 1st floor apartment is an excellent choice (and affordable!) for couples.
Even if you only have a few days in the Yorkshire Dales, staying at Gemstone Cottage will help you enjoy every minute. This lovely stone cottage is within walking distance of the centre of Settle, and close to pubs, cafes and shops. The Yorkshire Moors open up just five minutes from the front door, making it especially popular with walkers and mountain bikers, and there is also golf and horseriding nearby. Climb aboard the Settle to Carlisle Railway and marvel at the Ribblehead Viaduct, or drive or cycle around country lanes discovering incredible views and friendly towns and villages. With space for up to four people in two rooms, it is ideal for couples, families or friends.
A modern stylish Four Star Gold self-contained annex in the Hampshire village of Godshill within the New Forest National Park. Close to Fordingbridge, Wayside is an ideal place for enjoying all the forest has to offer including fabulous walking, cycling and horse riding. Family swimming passes for the pools and gym at the nearby Sandy Balls leisure centre are provided. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
Apple Tree Cottage is a ‘chocolate box’ pretty thatched cottage, set on a peaceful no through lane in a small Wiltshire village near the Hampshire border. It places you at the centre of superb destinations such as Stonehenge, the New Forest, Salisbury and Peppa Pig World; ideal if you seek a connection to nature, history and the countryside.
For those in the know, Llandudno has never been out of fashion. The stylish Victorian seaside resort has two beautiful beaches and excellent amenities, making it ideal for a family holiday by the coast in all seasons. Farsite is a spacious holiday cottage sleeping six people in three bedrooms. It's metres from West Shore's Blue Flag Beach and no more than a 10-minute stroll from North Shore and Llandudno's elegant Victorian pier. The cottage enjoys beautiful water and mountain views from indoors and the garden and is finished and furnished to a high standard.
Cockermouth is as charming as any of England's market towns with a weekly market, an excellent array of eateries, and attractions that include Wordsworth House. It sits on the River Derwent and is the starting point for fantastic walks and bike rides, being just over the border of the Lake District National Park and close to beaches and forests. Walking, mountain biking, fishing and sailing are only a few of the many wonderful ways to have fun when you stay at Kia Ora - a lovely holiday cottage about a mile from the centre of town and within walking distance of places to eat, drink and shop. The dog-friendly cottage sleeps up to four people in two bedrooms and is perfect for couples, families and friends.
Stone Cottage sits surrounded by open fields and peaceful countryside where the Herefordshire border kisses Wales and Shropshire. This detached holiday cottage sleeps four guests in two comfortable bedrooms and has all the charm you’d hope for in a country retreat for couples and families. Mature gardens wrap around the house and there is plenty of space for dogs to roam and for guests to unwind after a walk along Mortimer’s Trail, which passes just outside the gate. With cosy living spaces, a wood-burning stove, and easy access to Leominster, Ludlow, and the Brecon Beacons, it’s a welcoming self-catering base for exploring the border countryside.
Located in a peaceful position just outside of the village of Snainton close to the edge of the North York Moors with Thornton Le Dale village & Mathewsons "Bangers & Cash" 10 mins away.The Stables Cottage offers a luxurious place to stay while discovering the many delights of the Moors. There is space for four guests plus a travel cot to sleep in two bedrooms (both with en-suite bathrooms), so the cottage is a favourite with couples as well as families who enjoy being close to beautiful countryside and friendly towns including Pickering, Helmsley, Scarborough and Whitby. More information is available on the owner’s website.
This welcoming holiday cottage sits in the ground of a 100-year old granary, offering a high standard of accommodation for up to four guests in two bedrooms. Granary Cottage offers all ground floor accomodation and sits on the edge of the North York Moors within easy reach of popular destinations including Malton, Scarborough ,Thornton-Le-Dale, Pickering, Whitby and York. Picture yourself in the summer, enjoying an evening glass of wine as you gaze across countryside views towards the North York Moors, or in winter, relaxing in a cosy sitting room with a proper open fire. Just outside of the village of Snainton and within walking distance of a pub, Granary Cottage is a favourite all year round.
Stunning traditional 1711 Riverside Dales cottage situated between Grassington and Kettlewell. You'll never forget your stay at Redmire Barn. The gorgeous period holiday home dates from the early 17th Century and has been renovated to a very high standard with contemporary touches sitting comfortably beside original features. The cottage has two ensuite bedrooms and a flexible layout that can suit couples, friends or families. It is beside the River Skirfare, where guests including your furry friends can paddle or go wild swimming along the river during the day, and sit next to the fire pit and enjoy the magnificent Dark Sky views at night. Favourite activities include walking, mountain biking, caving, climbing, and fishing. Pen-y-Ghent, Gordale Scar, and Jane's Foss waterfalls are all within easy reach, of Skipton.
A beautiful detached stone barn conversion on the edge of Exmoor National Park in Combe Martin. With the South West Coast Path and Exmoor a short distance away, Nutcombe cottage is perfect for walking holidays for couples, friends and family along with your dog. Up to two dogs can happily play in the cottages own enclosed garden while their owners relax on the south facing sun terrace admiring the stunning views and landscaped gardens. With no passing traffic you will enjoy the sound of birdsong and gaze in awe at the dark skies of Exmoors Dark Sky Reserve. With Superfast fibre broadband it is also ideal for remote working. Just 2 miles from the local beach, perfect for kayaking and SUP's and just a 20 minute drive to some of the countries most beautiful sandy beaches of Woolacombe, Croyde and Saunton. Two night Fri & Sat Shorts breaks available until Easter & from Oct. Flexible 3 night breaks available until May half term.
A lovely stone barn conversion in Combe Martin on the edge of Exmoor National Park, Nutcombe Barn is on a private 6 acre estate at the end of a long driveway with no passing traffic to disturb the sound of birdsong, and no light pollution to dim the beauty of the night skies. The beach is just two miles away, and there are plenty of walking spots nearby on the South West Coast Path and Exmoor. It is the perfect cottage for families with plenty of space indoors and outside, together with three luxurious ensuite bedrooms that can sleep up to six guests. A couples discount is offered when only one bedroom is used. The owners of Nutcombe Barn have made the cottage both child and dog-friendly, and ideal for a relaxing holiday at any time of the year.
The Cider House is a Grade II Listed barn conversion set on a secluded private estate in its own secluded valley with no passing traffic, yet just two miles from the beach. Combe Martin and the many attractions of Exmoor National Park are a stones throw away, as is the South West Coast Path and the beautiful, sandy beaches of the North Devon coast. This child and dog-friendly cottage sleeps up to four guests in two en-suite bedrooms, one of which opens directly onto the south-facing terrace. There are stunning views from every window out over the landscaped gardens to the valley beyond. The fun doesn't stop when the sun goes down - lack of light pollution means the night skies here are pretty awesome! Cider House is perfect for a get away from it all holiday for couples and small families.
A delightful stone holiday cottage that offers the best of both worlds - a stunning peaceful corner of the Lake District, yet within easy reach of the more popular tourist traps and attractions. A wonderful location in the Cumbrian village of Bowland Bridge within the Lake District - perfect for relaxing in the Lakes or walking!
Perfectly placed in Grasmere and just a ten minute stroll to a great choice of pubs, restaurants and shops, this welcoming self-catering cottage sits right in the heart of the Lake District in one of the most popular villages which was once the home of William Wordsworth. Superb walks and an abundance of attractions within easy reach make this the perfect choice for doing as much or as little as you want amongst the beauty of the Lake District National Park.
Many of the cottages are located in villages or towns, where you can stroll out for supper or just have a drink whilst the dinner slowly cooks itself in the oven back at the cottage. Others are within a mile walk, so perfect for stopping for lunch or refreshments after exploring the countryside.
A trip to the local pub provides a great opportunity to experience a taste of not only the local tipple but also the way of life. Locals are normally more than happy to share their cherished cultures and traditions and it's a great opportunity to find out about local events and attractions to help you get the most out of your stay.
For foodies, the UK has an ever increasing number of gastro pubs and fine dining restaurants showcasing the very best of local produce. It also has its fair share of traditional inns serving hearty local fare and a cherished pint of local ale.
Tips: Before you book, make sure you like the look of the local pub and check it caters for the type of food you like eating and your personal needs such as being child/dog friendly. Popular places get booked up, so pre-book to avoid disappointment. If there is a little walk to the pub, make sure you pack a pocket torch so you can find your way home!
