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Enjoy the privacy of self-catering on a romantic break for two
Enjoy the privacy of self-catering on a romantic break for two

Romantic Holiday Cottages in the UK

Our romantic collection offers a handpicked selection of holiday retreats that have been specifically chosen with breaks for couples in mind. With over 150 romantic cottages to choose from, there's a cosy little love nest in pretty much every corner of the UK to suit your romantic desires. Whether you want to gaze across magical lakes or enjoy the freedom of remote rugged moors; feel the sand between your toes or embrace the challenges of a new outdoor adventure together, your choices are endless. Everyone's idea of 'romantic' is different but one thing's for sure, you'll be looking for a cosy cottage that sleeps two (although we've included some that are a little larger for a greater choice). To make our collection extra special, we've also included cottages with an open fire or log burner and some cottages with hot tubs for dreamy nights bubbling away under the stars. Read more

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50.980259, -4.270763

This quiet holiday cottage is part of the owner's estate, with space for three people to sleep in two bedrooms. Little Yeo is within easy reach of Westward Ho! and just over two miles from the South West Coast Path. It is welcoming and comfortable, with a large garden and a lovely sitting room with a log burner. It's ideal for a relaxing break in any season and the layout suits couples, solo travellers or small families. Clovelly, Barnstaple, Exmoor National Park, Arlington Court and RHS Rosemoor are just a few of many choices for days out. 

Weekly guide price:
£450 to £850
Short breaks from £65 per night

3  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

Little Rogeston Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Fri, 15th Nov 2024 for 7 nights, £395Save £71"So Peaceful! Sleeps couple or ideal solo stay. Coastal/inland walking or stroll the sights. Heating & Logburner. Allocated parking. One dog included. 3nt w/end 4nt midweek £295"
51.807245, -5.069196

The Pembrokeshire coast and countryside are glorious in all seasons, making this charming stone holiday cottage such a find. Set amongst beautiful gardens close to stunning beaches like Newgale, Broad Haven and Druidston Haven, Little Rogeston Cottage is perfect for couples or individuals who want a relaxing holiday in beautiful surroundings. Days out can include walking along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, visiting Solva and St Davids, and enjoying local attractions like Pembroke Castle. Surfing, swimming, coasteering, golf, fishing, mountain biking in the Preseli Hills - it's all readily available no matter what time of year you visit. The owners have decorated the cottage with a mix of modern and vintage pieces to give it a welcoming atmosphere. 

Weekly guide price:
£425 to £695
Short breaks from £80 per night

2  |   1  |   1  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.909621, -1.833828

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.

Weekly guide price:
£490 to £820
Short breaks from £95 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.736713, -3.374740

Made just for two, this dog-friendly self-catering cottages offers all the right ingredients to relax and unwind. Lovely walks by day with the use of a hot tub to bubble your aches away afterwards. A great base for exploring the tranquil beautiful Ellen Vale sandwiched between Cockermouth and the Solway Coast, as well as the many attractions of the nearby Lake District. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£371 to £497
Short breaks from £120 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 4 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star

Parlour Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Fri, 15th Nov 2024 for 2 nights, £190"November prices 3 nights £237, 4 nights £276, 5 nights £310 1 week only £350"
54.736713, -3.374740

Tailor-made for two, Parlour Cottage is a romantic retreat in the peaceful Ellen Vale between Cockermouth and the Solway Coast in Cumbria. Within easy driving distance of the Lake District National Park, there are an abundance of great days out for couples as well as lovely walks on the doorstep. Sit back in the hot tub and enjoy the peace, tranquility and bird song! Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£322 to £434
Short breaks from £90 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 4 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star

Dykes Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Fri, 22nd Nov 2024 for 2 nights, £230"November prices 3 nights £267, 4 nights £296, 5 nights £335 1 week only £378"
54.736713, -3.374740

A Tailor-made romantic holiday retreat for two in the peaceful Ellen Vale, in Cumbria, between Cockermouth and the Solway Coast and within easy distance of the Lakes. With the use of a hot tub, couples are sure to get lots of relaxation on holiday. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£378 to £490
Short breaks from £115 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 4 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star

51.671754, -1.902004

Why would you even consider going abroad for your holiday with the beautiful Cotswold Water Park as an option? The 40-square mile nature reserve boasts over 150 lakes and has been carefully developed to protect the natural habitat for birds and wildlife while still being superbly comfortable for holidaymakers. Grey Heron Lodge is a waterfront holiday home with ample space for up to six people, with three comfortable bedrooms, an open-plan living area and a huge wrap-around deck, with private jacuzzi. Guests have use of onsite facilities that include watersports, play areas, and a bar and restaurant. They can fish next to the lodge, and the owners have provided a two-person kayak for them to use on Windrush Lake. Dogs and children are very welcome, making Grey Heron Lodge a firm favourite with families and friends, as well as couples who appreciate a great location, pet friendly accommodation and extra space.

Weekly guide price:
£1500 to £2300
Short breaks from £150 per night

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

54.358444, -0.843825

www.sunrise-cottage.co.uk                                 Sunrise Cottage has amazing views in the North York Moors National Park. Recently refurbished, this charming holiday cottage sleeps two people in one bedroom with a sumptuous superking-sized bed and views worth getting up early for! It is in the hamlet of Hartoft, close to Rosedale Abbey and Pickering and within easy reach of York and Whitby. The cottage is ideal for couples or individuals who love walking, cycling, the coast, museums, country houses, sightseeing and eating well!

Weekly price:
£945 all year
Short breaks from £135 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

50.111715, -5.169911

The Flowerhouse is as attractive as its name and sits in a beautiful position close to Helford River in Cornwall. A popular choice with families, friends and also couples, this welcoming cosy cottage is the perfect choice for those who want to explore the picturesque Lizard Peninsula with its gorgeous beaches, wildlife, water sports, towns, seaside villages and rolling countryside. Falmouth and Truro are both within easy driving distance, the Cornish village of Constantine is 10 minutes walk and The Trengilly Wartha Inn is even less and a mere 2 minutes.

Weekly guide price:
£380 to £900
Short breaks from £80 per night

4-5  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

Hafod Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Mon, 18th Nov 2024 for 4 nights, £398Save £148"5* Beautiful Cottage in Cardigan Bay. Hot Tub, Wood Stove, Dog Friendly. Rural setting on the Ystwyth Trail with beautiful walks from the door and just 2 miles from lively coastal town of Aberystwyth"
52.380641, -4.070716

Hafod Cottage is a stylish holiday home in the peaceful village of Llanfarian, three miles from Aberystwyth and within easy reach of the beautiful Ceredigion Coast and Cardigan Bay. It has a hot tub, good WiFi and lots of other features that make it a welcoming, luxurious place to enjoy a break - the perfect choice for families as it can comfortably sleep up to four people in two bedrooms, with the potential for a fifth person on a comfortable sofa-bed in the private downstairs snug if necessary, but equally welcoming for couples and friends. The dog-friendly cottage has beautiful walks and bike rides from the door and lots of opportunities for coastal and hill walking, road cycling and mountain biking, golf, swimming and surfing. Local attractions include Aberystwyth's Victorian seafront promenade and cliff-top railway, Devil's Bridge Falls, and dolphin spotting boat tours. 

Weekly guide price:
£604 to £1408
Short breaks from £86 per night

4+1  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

54.237426, -0.719914

A delightful holiday cottage in the pretty village of Thornton-le-Dale near Pickering within the North York Moors National Park. With Dalby Forest on the doorstep, Lumley Cottage is a superb self-catering base for exploring the areas many attractions and enjoying a host of outdoor pursuits.

Weekly guide price:
£450 to £895
Short breaks from £100 per night

3  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

Farthing Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Mon, 18th Nov 2024 for 4 nights, £385"Great pubs, restaurants & independent shops within strolling distance - put the fun into Christmas shopping!"
51.930401, -1.719210

Farthing Cottage is a pretty stone Cotswolds cottage in an enviable position sitting in a quiet backwater with off-road parking and garden, just two minutes stroll from the centre of the historic market town of Stow-on-the-Wold. Beautiful countryside, great restaurants, pubs and independent shops on the doorstep and a host of attractions within a short drive make this romantic retreat with log burner and four poster bed an excellent choice right in the very heart of the Cotswolds.

Weekly guide price:
£475 to £695
Short breaks from £108 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 4 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

52.866513, 1.377068

A charming period detached holiday cottage with lots of character and comfort in a picturesque rural setting just three miles from the golden sands at Mundesley on the Norfolk coastline. Lovely walks and cycle rides from the front door of Burrow Cottage and within easy reach of the areas many attractions including Cromer and Sheringham. Tourist board rating: 4 Star 4

Weekly guide price:
£320 to £500

2  |   1  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 4 Star 4

54.420740, -2.777957

Dating back to 1863, Capplebarrow Coach House is a cosy stone holiday cottage for two with many original features and idyllic views over the beautiful Longsleddale Valley in the Lake District National Park. Perfect for couples looking to tour this beautiful part of Cumbria, climb, walk or just relax amongst stunning scenery.

Weekly price:
£275 all year

2  |   1  |   Enquire  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

Argil Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Tue, 12th Nov 2024 for 1 nights, £155"ROMANTIC BREAKS 2 nts 2 people £250. Winter weeks 2-5 people £595. Christmas New Year weeks £795. Super warm & cosy Detached Cottage near lovely Helmsley, Kirkbymoorside & Malton"
54.201571, -0.855596

This gorgeous 3 bedroom Detached Cottage is perfectly situated in a little village between Pickering's Steam Railway and the TV hit programms Bangers and Cash at Thornron-le-dale and Yorkshire Auction House at Kirkbymoorside. Malton is nearby with Castle Howard, Flamingoland and Dalby Forest  on the doorstep too. There are uninterrupted views to the Moors from the secluded sunny courtyard and horses grazing in the field next door. You'll love Argil Cottage where guests call it their home in Yorkshire. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£595 to £850
Short breaks from £125 per night

2-5  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 4 Star Gold

52.429264, 1.400400

Perfect for couples looking for a weekend away or a longer holiday exploring East Anglia, this romantic Four Star Gold holiday home sleeps two guests and sits in the village of Flixton on the Suffolk/Norfolk borders. There is a village pub a short walk away as well as the popular Aviation Museum. St Peter's Brewery is also within walking distance and the lovely beaches and nature reserves of the Suffolk coastline are within easy reach by car. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£475 to £675
Short breaks from £68 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star Gold

52.429264, 1.400400

The Old Coach House has wide appeal, offering couples single level dog-friendly self-catering. Sitting on the Norfolk/Suffolk border in the village of Flixton (with village pub and Aviation Museum within strolling distance), this welcoming cottage for two provides the perfect base for exploring the many attractions of both Suffolk and Norfolk including the coast, nature reserves, Norwich and the nearby Norfolk Broads. Short breaks and longer holidays available all year round. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£475 to £675
Short breaks from £68 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star Gold

52.429264, 1.400400

A delightful Four Star Gold holiday retreat sleeping two on the Suffolk/Norfolk borders in the village of Flixton with a village pub and the Aviation Museum a short stroll away. St Peter's Brewery is also within walking distance and Suffolk's coast is a short car ride away with beaches for lazy days and some of the country's top nature reserves. Short breaks offered all year round - an excellent choice for couples who enjoy walking, cycling, bird watching, exploring and relaxing. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£475 to £675
Short breaks from £68 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star Gold

52.429264, 1.400400

Providing single storey self-catering, Sam's Stable offers Four Star Gold self-catering for couples and is conveniently located on the Suffolk/Norfolk border in the village of Flixton. There is a village pub and the Aviation Museum within easy strolling distance as well as St Peter's Brewery (a little further but still within walking distance for those who intend on sampling a pint or two of Suffolk's finest!). All the right ingredients for a relaxing break and within easy reach of the coast for days at the beach or visiting the nature reserves. Norwich city centre is also within easy reach. Short breaks available all year round (two night minimum). Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£475 to £675
Short breaks from £68 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star Gold

50.343151, -4.660409

Situated on the outskirts of the popular coastal town of Fowey, this delightful cottage provides a great base for a relaxing summer holiday by the sea or a cosy winter break where you can enjoy invigorating coastal walks and evenings by the fire. Lovely beaches, an abundance of attractions and plenty of places in Fowey for a meal out - all the right ingredients for a holiday! *Follow us on Instagram - bryonycottage.fowey*

Weekly guide price:
£565 to £865

3  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

Put the romance into your holiday

One of the advantages of booking independently is that you get to speak directly with the cottage owner. Many are more than happy to arrange extra special romantic touches so why not consider having flowers, champagne or chocolates in the cottage ready for arrival (or all three for a real treat or honeymoon cottage break!).

Booking a romantic cottage needn't be just for anniversaries and Valentine's Day. Whisk your loved one off for a surprise romantic break? A pretty thatched cottage in the country where you can snuggle up in front of a roaring fire with a cup of cocoa or a log cabin with a hot tub – perfect for star gazing and enjoying a glass of champagne together.

If you cannot find your perfect romantic cottage here, we also have many other fantastic holiday homes in fairy-tale locations, not included in this section. Feel free to search the rest of the website for your dream cottage or take a look at our romantic destinations for inspiration. We can even recommend some romantic things to do to make your break extra memorable.

Tips: If you are booking a cottage with a hot tub and want exclusive use and privacy, check whether the facility is shared with anyone else before booking. You may need to take towels for the hot tub and plastic glasses if you want to enjoy a glass of bubbly whilst soaking! We also recommend you finding out whether the hot tub will be warmed to a desirable temperature before arrival. If the cottage has a fire, check if fire wood is provided and if not, pick up a bag of dry wood, fire lighters and matches in advance ready for your first night. You may also wish to take a bottle of champagne chilling in the car ready to enjoy as soon as you arrive?