If you are lucky enough to own a horse, why not enjoy the ultimate experience and take it away on holiday with you to explore pastures new. The UK’s vast and diverse landscape offers some fantastic and exciting riding opportunities for horse riders. Whether you have dreamt of galloping along the beach as the sun goes down; getting up close to the wild moorland ponies or exploring miles of forest tracks and trails, let us help you make your dreams come true. Read more
Sleeping four guests, this welcoming dog-friendly holiday cottage has all year round appeal with a log burner, enclosed patio for alfresco dining and indoor heated swimming pool for guest use. The cottage sits in the pretty little hamlet of Bradbourne in the Derbyshire Dales on the edge of the Peak District National Park and is close to the market town of Ashbourne and only a mile from Carsington Water offering great water sports. Good family friendly pub serving food a mile away and within easy reach of Tissington and Brassington as well as the Tissington Trail, High Peak Trail and lots of attractions for day trips out.
Experience panoramic views and rural charm at Hayloft, an end-of-terrace barn boasting a green oak balcony crafted from wood sourced from Clyne Farm Estate, a lovely quiet spot for a morning coffee. This cottage offers interconnecting options; Book Hayloft and Stables Cottage next door and 10 guests can stay. Add on The Dairy and up 14 guests can stay in one big unit. Perfect for families and groups. Enjoy a dog-friendly retreat with easy access to Swansea, Mumbles Village, and the Gower Peninsula. Immerse yourself in the history and beauty of this countryside gem.
Discover your tranquil woodland escape at The Keeper’s Cottage, a gorgeous family-friendly self-catering cottage located in quiet isolation within Clyne Valley Country Park. Originally built in the 1800s, as the gamekeeper’s cottage for the Clyne Estate, this rustic retreat offers serene walks and bike trails literally from your doorstep. The property is surrounded by ample space for children and pets to roam, plus a stone BBQ for outdoor cooking. Dog-friendly and accommodating up to 8 guests, with an option to connect with Barn Owl Lodge next door for larger groups.
Look no further for stunning views, chocolate box curb appeal, and one of the cosiest and comfortable properties you will find. Sleeping 16 in 7 bedrooms, complete with hot tub and games room, Rock Farm is the perfect countryside getaway.
Farm Stay - Looking for a unique kind of holiday? Private and peaceful fully equipped lodge with own Hydropool hot tub situated on a idyllic 75 acre farm stay where you can watch and cuddle animals by day and then relax and unwind in the hot tub by night. Only 20 minutes from the dark sky status Galloway Forest Park so the night skies are incredible. Coming down the drive you'll enter a completely idyllic world, one that the outside world doesn't even know is here with no light pollution or outside noise. A place where you can completely relax and forget about life's stresses. The farm is situated along the Nithsdale Valley so the scenery is breathtaking. Home of the award winning Nithsdale Valley Valais Blacknose flock. A holiday with real feast for the eyes and a calming of the soul.
Hazel Brow House provides luxury accommodation in the quiet village of Low Row for up to 16 people. With magnificent views overlooking the river Swale and marvelous walks from the doorstep, this historic residence has been carefully renovated to provide up to date, modern faclities. The house is well equipped for fine dining, has a really comfy sitting room and snug with books, games, piano and smart TV (ideal for entertaining the children). The downstairs bootroom has laundry and drying facilities with an adjoining wet room should you need to shower off the outdoors! We have a 'Gastro Pub' in the village and Reeth and Gunnerside villages with their pubs and cafes are a 2.5 mile walk. The house is ideal for getting together with your favourite people for a short break or celebrating a milestone birthday or anniversay. We are a licenced wedding venue so get in touch for a viewing if you're planning that special day. The grounds are secure and we welcome well behaved dogs but do ask guests not to allow them upstairs or on the furniture.
Enjoy all the natural beauty of the Vale of Pewsey from the comfort of The Old Dairy. This welcoming two-bedroom cottage, which sleeps four people and is child and dog-friendly, is on a family-run horse yard a few miles from Marlborough. It's barely 100 metres from the Kennet and Avon Canal, and guests can enjoy gorgeous countryside walks and bike rides along miles of footpaths, bridleways and cycling routes. Stonehenge, Salisbury and Bath are all within easy reach for a day out, or you can time your visit to coincide with one of the area's many fun events and festivals.
Tamworth (aka Lovers Retreat) is a characterful luxury retreat just for two. The perfect place to escape away for some rest and recuperation, this gorgeous holiday cottage is located at Poppinghole Farm and nestles amongst the glorious rolling countryside of East Sussex close to Robertsbridge. Rye, Hastings, Battle, Camber Sands and Tunbridge Wells are all within easy reach for day trips out. Alternatively, stay put and enjoy lovely walks, bike rides and the excellent facilities at Poppinghole Farm with a fabulous on-site indoor swimming pool. Full information on our four cottages can be found on our website
Beautifully presented throughout, Park Farm Cottages offers 5 Star luxury self-catering amongst the scenic beauty of the Hampshire countryside. Sitting on the edge of the South Downs National Park, guests can enjoy peace and tranquility with the River Itchen opposite adding to the charm. Park Farm Cottages is close to the city of Winchester and a popular choice with large groups sleeping up to ten guests who want to holiday or celebrate together. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
An award winning single storey 5 Star holiday home situated in Hampshire on the edge of the South Downs National Park, near Winchester. East Cottage enjoys a wonderful tranquil position opposite the River Itchen and is ideal for a relaxing break. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
The Big Barn is wonderfully spacious with fantastic views, onsite fishing and stables, a swimming pool and hot tub, and accommodation for 12 people in six well-appointed bedrooms. It's perfect for a holiday with your extended family or friends, close to Llandudno and Chester, with stunning walks and cycling routes from the door. Guests searching for group self-catering accommodation in North Wales love the family-owned Glan Clwyd Isa estate, which has 30 private acres and three other holiday cottages to sleep up to 26 people. It's a good choice for a relaxed holiday, milestone birthday, wedding or other celebration.
The Coach House is every bit as appealing to families as it is couples who enjoy a little extra space. Offering peace and tranquility in abundance, this stylish beautifully presented self-catering retreat is perfect for a relaxing break away from it all, whilst benefitting from amenities just a mile away in the bustling village of Bodfari (including the excellent Dinorban Arms for a meal out). Enjoy fishing on-site, lovely walks through the Welsh countryside and the many attractions of North Wales.
Perfect for a family holiday, Llyn Clwyd offers the opportunity to relax in a secluded tranquil setting whilst enjoying the amenities of the popular Welsh village of Bodfari with excellent pub (the Dinorban Arms) just a mile away. Sitting in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, guests can enjoy fishing onsite with a pond as well as river access; country walks from the doorstep (plus the Offas Dyke and Clwydian Range within easy reach); and plenty of attractions for day trips out.
Perfect just for two, Cae Caled Cottage sits in a secluded peaceful spot in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, yet it is just a mile from the popular Welsh village of Bodfari with an excellent pub, the Dinorban Arms. Fishing onsite with a pond and access to the River Clwyd; country walks straight from the front door (plus the Offas Dyke and Clwydian Range within easy reach); and a great base for discovering the many attractions of North Wales.
Beautifully decorated, brand new bungalow in a lovely quiet location with walks on your doorstep and a Private Steam Room!
Constable Burton Lodge offers a luxury countryside escape where modern elegance blends with the rustic charm of a traditional log cabin. Set within the private grounds of Sun Hill Lodges in Leyburn, this dog-friendly retreat sleeps up to four guests and features its own jacuzzi-style hot tub, making it perfect for couples, families, or small groups seeking both relaxation and adventure.
Rosina is a luxury one-bedroom lodge with a private hot tub and sauna, sleeping two guests and offering the perfect setting for a romantic getaway in North Yorkshire. Set within the grounds of Sun Hill Lodges, a working racing yard, this beautiful log cabin looks out over the paddocks and beyond, where you can even spot the racehorses from your lodge.
Discover Woodlands, a luxury three-bedroom lodge with hot tub, fire pit, and private pond at Sun Hill Lodges in North Yorkshire. With spacious interiors, en-suite bedrooms, and an enclosed garden perfect for families and dogs, this stylish log cabin is the ideal countryside escape.
A luxurious holiday retreat for two in a tranquil position with lovely loch views in Melfort, Argyll within driving distance of Oban. Peaceful setting, log burner, wonderful walks, spectacular scenery and a superb restaurant nearby - what more could you ask for from a romantic break or self-catering base for exploring Scotland (and the Isles!). Tourist board rating: 5 Star
The Old Farm Shop has 2 ensuite double bedrooms and an open plan living area. Private Hot Tub in the courtyard.
Independent Cottages has a large collection of holiday homes throughout the UK that offers self-catering accommodation for you and your horse. Cottages you can rent that provide on-site grazing and/or stabling for your pony or horse. Some even offer the use of a ménage, cross country facilities and livery facilities so you can relax on holiday and let someone else take care of the mucking out!
There is no better way to explore a new area than to get off the beaten track and discover its many hidden treasures by horseback. With plenty of properties in some of the UK’s best equestrian areas, there is some superb riding available and with your horse close at hand, you can enjoy exploring a new area, as and when you wish.
Tips: Booking independently for this type of holiday offers the big advantage that you can speak to the cottage owner directly to make sure the property/livery facilities are suitable for both you and your horse. If you are just looking for grazing, clarify the acreage available and make sure facilities such as fencing are suitable. For those looking for stabling, you may want to confirm the size and type of stable available; whether bedding and hay can be provided to save transportation and make sure there are parking facilities that can accommodate your trailer or lorry. You may want to check how close the stabling or grazing is in relation to the holiday home and speak to the owner about the type of riding that is available on the doorstep.
