Miller Cottage is a tranquil, riverside haven nestled in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Located via a private driveway on a shared private estate, Millers sits on the banks of the River Aire and is the perfect spot to switch off and relax in nature. The Cottage sleeps five guests and welcomes up to two well behaved doggies.
Located on the edge of the Dorset village of Alderholt is this pretty holiday cottage for two with log burner and romantic double bedroom. The Hampshire riverside county town of Fordingbridge is just three miles away and the New Forest National Park is five minutes in the car with miles of forest tracks and trails for cyclists, walkers and horse riders.
There are so many reasons to book a self-catering holiday in Oxfordshire. It's beautiful, with scenic country walks, charming villages and fantastic attractions like Blenheim Palace and Oxford's museums, yet it is straightforward to reach. The Gilletts Cottage is in the picturesque village of Charney Bassett, half an hour from Oxford and within easy reach of Swindon and Reading. Formerly two semi-detached homes, the holiday cottage sleeps eight people in five bedrooms and is ideal for friends or families, including multi-generational family holidays. It has a private garden and off-street parking and is in a quiet location on the grounds of a historic medieval manor house.
Detached 2 bedroom bungalow (sleeping 4) on St Merryn Park near Padstow, with off road parking and a spacious, enclosed back garden. Dogs are welcome by arrangement. There are 2 bars/restaurants and tennis courts on the site. A short drive away are numerous beaches and coastal walks in the area know as Seven Bays. The bungalow is ideally located for exploring the North Cornwall area and its many attractions. The nearby village of St Merryn has 2 pubs, restaurants and takeaways.
Four bedrooms, sleeps six, with a kingsize, doubles, and twin beds, with hotel style mattress's all with lovely views. Two bathrooms, one with bath and shower, the 2nd with large walk in shower.
Simon's Cottage is a traditional dog-friendly holiday home situated close to the Suffolk coast near Aldeburgh and Thorpeness. A good self-catering base for exploring the beautiful Suffolk coast and its many attractions.
Escape with your partner to the beautiful Wye Valley. Symonds Yat Rock Lodge is a collection of six dog-friendly apartments, each furnished to a high standard and ideal for couples on a romantic holiday or seeking an activity break. Short breaks are possible so even if you can only get away for the weekend you can enjoy walking through the Forest of Dean, canoeing on the River Wye, wandering through historic market towns like Ross on Wye and Monmouth, and eating at friendly country pubs.
Stay in the heart of fashionable Buxton in this boutique holiday home. Dolly Cottage is a short walk from bars, restaurants, shops, and other amenities you need for a self-catering holiday in the Peak District. It is perfect for a short break with spa treatments, golf, and great meals, but also ideal for a more extended holiday exploring the footpaths, sights and attractions that make this region a year-round favourite. Chatsworth House, Bakewell, Haddon Hall and Poole's Cavern are all within easy reach. The layout suits couples and small families.
4 Church Walk is proof that good things come in small packages. This attractive Victorian terrace is in the idyllic village of Long Melford. You can look over the green to the pub and hear the sound of the church bells from the medieval Holy Trinity Church on Sunday. The self-catering property is immaculately presented with everything couples or individuals could wish for in a holiday cottage in Suffolk. It's a delightful location from which you can explore the beauty of Constable Country on foot, by bicycle or in the car. For guests arriving without transport, I can recommend Felix of Long Melford, a family owned taxi and coach hire firm currently run by the second and third generation family members since 1952. Tourist board rating: 3 Star
Tudor House is a bold and beautifully themed holiday cottage in Worcestershire, sleeping 12 in six unique bedrooms near Worcester and the Malvern Hills. This spacious self-catering holiday rental in Powick is ideal for families, friends or group celebrations, with a game room, enclosed garden, off-road parking and stylish Tudor decor throughout. Two local pubs are within walking distance, and there’s easy access to Worcester Cathedral, the Malvern Hills AONB, and the River Severn. Whether you're visiting for walking, weddings, or a fun-filled retreat, this group holiday home near Worcester blends history, comfort and character in equal measure.
Marina Waves Holiday Apartment, Brighton, sleeps three people. Luxury ground floor holiday let with free parking right outside the front door and private sunny patio at Brighton Marina, Sussex. Marina Waves is a stylish one-bedroom ground-floor retreat set in the heart of Brighton Marina. It offers a rare combination of comfort and convenience. Enjoy waterside restaurants, the beach, and boat trips; all within a 4 minutes' walk, or stroll beside the beach into Brighton Centre for the Pier, Old Lanes, Pavilion and shopping. Nearby attractions include pretty Rottingdean, the Seven Sisters white cliffs and historic Lewes. Buses also run every 7 minutes to Brighton Centre and along the coast to Eastbourne or Worthing. The apartment features a spacious lounge, a Smart TV with Netflix, and a chair/bed for an additional guest. Peaceful yet well-connected, it’s the perfect base for a relaxing seaside escape.
Kings Lodge is a lovely holiday cottage in the Norfolk Broads set in a meadow a short walk from Alderfen broad. Newly built, it was designed to suit the setting and make the most of the peaceful views. The Norfolk holiday home is perfect for families as it sleeps four people in two ensuite bedrooms. A third ensuite bedroom is suitable for a child, making the self-catering property available for up to four adults, a child, and two dogs. Neatishead's village pub and shop are 1.5 miles away, and you're also close to Wroxham, Wrayford and Horning.
Steps from the beach in Little Haven, Berry Cottage is a charming dog-friendly holiday home sleeping four people. The former carriage house is Grade II listed and has been sympathetically renovated and modernised to provide warm, welcoming self-catering accommodation in Pembrokeshire. Walk along the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path and take time to explore places like St Davids, Solva and Tenby. There are three pubs (all serve food) and a cafe, within a short stroll of the house and more amenities a mile away in Broad Haven. Spend long summer days at the beach, swimming, paddleboarding, snorkelling and coasteering.
A large, beautifully renovated, south-facing holiday cottage, set in acres of exquisite private flower gardens. Hillside Croft is close to the Peak District National Park and the Staffordshire Moorlands and ideally placed for luxury breaks, activity weekends and walking holidays.
Guillemot is a charming stone terraced dog-friendly holiday cottage in one of the oldest lanes in Seahouses on the Northumberland Coast. The owners have lavished it with love, which is evident in the beautifully welcoming interior that sleeps six people in three bedrooms and is perfect for families or couples. Seahouses is excellent for exploring north to Bamburgh, south to Alnwick, and east to the Farne Islands and Lindisfarne. You're only a stone's throw from the harbour, beach, and coastal footpath and a stroll from pubs, chip shops, and the oldest smokery in Northumberland.
Dating back 350 years, this chocolate box thatched holiday cottage provides a welcoming retreat within the New Forest National Park between Lymington and Beaulieu. Close to both the coast and forest, Keepings is perfect for discovering the many attractions of the area.
A charming former village schoolmistress's house, now a cosy countryside retreat. With a wood-burning stove, private garden and scenic walks from the door, it’s the perfect place to unwind and explore the beauty of Lincolnshire.
Sitting in a quiet leafy spot in the Hampshire coastal village of Milford on Sea, Vinegar Pottery is only available for a few select weeks of the year and offers the best of both worlds with beaches a short walk away and the New Forest National Park boundary just a mile from the house. Enjoy lazy days by the sea, miles of forest walks and cycle rides and an abundance of attractions within easy reach for day trips out. Perfect for getting away with friends and family.
Within easy reach of the spectacular World Heritage Coast, this historic Grade II listed holiday home sits in the wing of a farmhouse and affords excellent facilities including the use of a hot tub and swimming pool. A remote picturesque position only two miles from Abbotsbury and perfect for discovering the natural beauty of Dorset.
As far as holiday destinations go, Northamptonshire is probably the most underrated county in England. Its geographic location in the heart of England has given it a rich history from Roman roads to Saxon and Viking occupation, Civil War battles and thriving industry; it is as lively today as it has ever been. The Coach House, situated three miles from Northampton in the lovely village of Wootton, is a wonderful place to stay. The Grade II listed cottage, which sleeps four people in two bedrooms, is a short walk from the village amenities including the Yeoman of England pub. Despite this, it is nice and peaceful with the owners creating a comfortable stay for you to start and end every memorable day. Northamptonshire's countryside and comfortable proximity to major cities like London and Birmingham (you can reach both by train from Northampton within an hour) made it a favourite with aristocrats and gentry for building their country houses, giving it the nickname of "the County of Shir
