Offering the perfect blend of rustic charm, cosiness with log burner and modern day conveniences to ensure a high standard of comfort, Barn Cottage sits on the outskirts of Alderholt in Dorset. A pretty village with pub for meals out, a mill serving cream teas at the weekend, and a shop for forgotten provisions, Alderholt is just three miles from the county town of Fordingbridge and a five minute car ride into the New Forest National Park with an abundance of forest tracks to satisfy the keenest of walkers, cyclists and horse riders. This welcoming holiday cottage is a perfect self-catering base for exploring both Dorset and Hampshire including the Forest and South Coast.
A family and child-friendly character holiday cottage in a lovely location in the heart of Staithes within the North York Moors. Perfect for walkers, couples on a romantic break, or for a family seaside holiday. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
This pretty stone holiday cottage sits on the edge of Minchinhampton Common in the Cotswold village of Amberley. Perfect for couples looking for a slice of paradise in this beautiful part of the world, Bread Cottage offers contemporary self-catering accommodation in a building full of character and charm. If you aren’t wowed by the gorgeous countryside views then the stunning glass staircase spanning three floors is guaranteed to impress! If you can tear yourself away from this charming cottage there is plenty to keep you entertained from beautiful walks, impressive mansions and castles or even a day on the water at Cotswold Water Park. The village has two pubs and a community shop and cafe.
For a big family holiday or weekend away with friends, recently renovated Portland House c1870 is the perfect holiday house with beautiful views from the sitting and dining rooms where everyone can be seated together. To celebrate a special birthday or anniversary you can hire a chef, book an afternoon tea party or create cocktails in the bar games room. Enjoy beautiful ensuite bedrooms, sunny BBQ area with outdoor seating, summer house by the water fountain and a private car park. On the edge of Matlock Bath, you are ideally located next to the Derwent River in the World Heritage Site with boat hire, wonderful walks and cycling. Take a short walk into the village for Victorian cafes, CAMRA pubs, restaurants and the famous tourist attractions of The Heights of Abraham and Gullivers Kingdom with Chatsworth House only a short drive away. If you’re looking for a super stylish historic home in a great location with lots of things to do from the doorstep then this is the best place to Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Situated in a tranquil location, Budds Farm provides comfortable self contained holiday accommodation that is within easy reach of the North Cornwall coastline and its many attractions including the glorious beaches of Widemouth Bay and Bude. An ideal base for relaxing and exploring North Cornwall and Devon with their stunning coastline, countryside and abundance of other attractions.
This charming cottage is on a family-run farm on the beautiful Northumberland Coast, just across the road from the Annstead Dunes Nature Reserve and miles of beautiful coastline. Seahouses and Beadnell are both just half a mile away. There is an excellent choice of shops and pubs within walking distance in Seahouses, while favourite attractions like Alnwick Castle, Bamburgh Castle, the Farne Islands and Holy Island are all within easy reach. The self-catering cottage sleeps up to two people in one spacious bedroom with a private patio garden and off-street parking.
Dapple Cottage sits in a peaceful setting in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside and within easy reach of plenty of attractions including Alton Towers (twenty five minutes). This welcoming holiday cottage sleeping up to 3 is ideal for a relaxing weekend break and provides the opportunity to enjoy a flavour of country life! Blithfield reservoir is close by and Abbots Bromley is just 2 miles with a good choice of pubs.
A welcoming holiday cottage sitting in the Cheshire village of North Rode just a five minute drive from the Peak District National Park and within easy reach of Alton Towers, Chatsworth House, the cities of Chester, Manchester and a host of other attractions. Lovely country walks from the door.
Awarded Best Pet-Friendly Self-Catering Accommodation 2025 (Devon), by the Best of British Getaways, along with our other cottage, Dreamcatcher, this hideaway cottage nestles at the edge of Okehampton, less than an hour from both the north and south coasts of Devon. This gorgeous barn conversion is a favourite holiday rental all year round. It can sleep up to four people in two lovely ensuite bedrooms, and is ideal for couples, friends or families with older children. The wealth of local footpaths and cycling routes make it easy to enjoy Dartmoor and the surrounding countryside, while its idyllic location on a non-working farm affords guest the peace and privacy they crave.
Burgate Manor Farm is 230-acres of rural bliss in the New Forest National Park. The estate has seven fantastic self-catering properties including Swan Cottage, which sleeps up to six people in two bedrooms, and the holiday cottages can be hired together to accommodate groups of up to 54. Whether you are a couple escaping for a romantic weekend in the New Forest, or a party of extended family and friends celebrating a milestone occasion, you will love the comfortable accommodation and location just a mile from the picturesque town of Fordingbridge, and close to favourite New Forest attractions like Paulton Park and the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu.
Hill Top Cottage is a gorgeous Grade II listed holiday cottage in the charming Yorkshire Dales village of Appletreewick. It is only eight miles to Skipton, and there are several walks available from the front door. The two village pubs are a few minutes away on foot. It's a fantastic area for walking, mountain biking and cycling, and there is also a lot to see and do if you aren't feeling energetic. The Dales town of Grassington (the filming location for "All Creatures Great and Small"), Parcevall Hall Gardens, Bolton Abbey, and the steam railway at Embsay are very short drives. Further afield, visit where the Brontës lived in Haworth, the UNESCO World Heritage site at Fountains Abbey or the gardens at Newby Hall and Harlow Carr. The three-bedroom cottage is perfect for families and available for holidays all year round.
Eggesford Barton is a large group holiday home in Devon sleeping up to 30 people in 13 bedrooms, perfect for multi-generational families, retreats and special celebrations. Surrounded by 30 acres of gardens, woodland and pasture, this self-catering property near Chulmleigh offers easy access to the Tarka Trail, River Taw, and both Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks. Facilities include a fully equipped kitchen, dining for 30, a games room, an EV charger, and dog-friendly accommodation. Whether you're planning a big birthday, a peaceful walking holiday or a weekend away with friends, Eggesford Barton provides the perfect base in the heart of Devon.
A charming Grade II listed Cotswolds stone house ideally situated on the Lower High Street of the beautiful Cotswolds town of Chipping Campden. Sleeping ten, this is an ideal self-catering place for friends and families to enjoy time together with excellent amenities on the doorstep, and an abundance of attractions within easy reach.
Round Table Cottage is more than 300 years old and has been carefully modernised to retain its metre thick walls and ancient wooden beams while also being a wonderfully comfortable base for a holiday. As one of our guests said: "We loved staying at this warm, cosy and charming place. We felt right at home the moment we walked in!" Round Table has stunning views of Lake Windermere from the house and the pretty cottage garden. Round Table is equally appealing for one or two families and is within easy reach of the Lake District's many attractions. Lovely walks from the front door and an exceptionally good pub within fifteen minutes walk. The Cottage also has access down a private lane to the lake shore. Round Table Cottage is in the heart of the Lake District National Park in Beatrix Potter country, between Far Sawrey and the Windermere Ferry. It's 5 minutes drive and 15 minutes walk to the car and foot ferries to Bowness, and just 10 minutes' drive to Hawkshead which as well as a Co-Op and a deli, has shops runs by Grasmere Gingerbread and Hawkshead Relish as well as a National Trust second hand bookshop.
A delightful award winning holiday cottage with creature comforts sits in front of a wonderful wildlife pond in a peaceful tranquil position amongst countryside on the Shropshire/Cheshire borders. Perfect for escaping away from the crowds and providing the ultimate in relaxation. Chester and Shrewsbury are lovely towns to visit as well as the numerous gardens and attractions. There are wonderful walks from Sandstone Hills to easier walks along the canals of Audlem and Whitchurch with tearooms on route. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
A delightful Gold award winning detached dog friendly home from home country cottage on a working farm in North Shropshire. Oakpond sits in front of its own wildlife pond amongst its beautiful gardens and is perfect for bird spotting and relaxing in the tranquil location. Close to Chester and Shrewsbury with shops and pubs within a 10 minute drive. Idyllic walks along the canals and woodland trails. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
A dog friendly 4 Star holiday home with a six foot fenced large garden and only ten minutes away from a canalside village where you can enjoy lovely canal walks and sample the tasty cakes at one of the many tearooms or enjoy a drink sitting by the canal. There are countryside walks straight from the front door which includes the 20 minute walk on a hardstanding link path to the Olde Jack Inn - an ideal self-catering rental to relax and unwind. Brown Moss Nature Reserve with woodland walks is a beautiful place to stroll round and near to this we have a 200 acre estate with no livestock and so perfect for walking your dogs. The bustling old market town of Whitchurch which is the oldest town in the country has fine dining including Docket 33 and the italian restaurant Enzo`s. The town has beautiful Tudor buildings and is renowned for its production of the Joyce clocks and its canalside walks.Chester and Shrewsbury are close by as well as Ellesmere with its scenic lakes. Chester Zoo and the Grosvenor Museum are worth a visit as well as a lovely stroll around the Chester Roman Gardens. We have quite a few places to visit on rainy days such as Dagfields Craft and Antique Centre and the Secret Bunker plus Bridgemere Garden World with its splendid gardens. The Dorothy Clive and Trentham gardens are this side of Staffordshire and well worth a visit or have a look at the Wedgewood museum and then go across to the JCB factory for a very interesting tour. The world is your oyster as we are very fortunate to be central to 4 counties which includes Wales. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
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.
Surrounded by breathtaking views and gorgeous countryside, this charming 17th century farmhouse is a true gem. Perfectly combining character with modern day comforts, the owners of Hill House have created a cosy and welcoming holiday cottage in the beautiful Upper Eden valley. Hill House is located in the small village of Winton, just a 30 minute walk to the traditional market town of Kirkby Stephen. Explore a new footpath each day or enjoy meandering around the picturesque towns and villages. With the North Pennines and Yorkshire Dales on your doorstep, and the Lake District just a stone's throw away, there are endless opportunities for exploring this stunning part of the world.
Plenty of space awaits your family and friends at Castle Farm. The beautiful Brecon Beacons self-catering property comprises The Farmhouse with 6 bedrooms sleeping up to 16 people with one bedroom being accessed from a courtyard and the next door Cottage which has 3 bedrooms, sleeping an additional 12. The holiday home sits in its own valley close to Capel-y-ffin, a tiny hamlet seven miles from Hay-on-Wye and 14 miles from Abergavenny. It has fantastic views and excellent opportunities for walking, mountain biking, cycling, horse riding, and other fun activities. Guests love the flexibility of accommodation which is suitable for everything from a family reunion to a relaxed Christmas with friends and wellness retreats.
