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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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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. We have 2 lodges which sleep 6 that can be booked together to accommodate up t

Weekly guide price:
£1300 to £2300
Short breaks from £150 per night

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

Little Rogeston Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Fri, 16th Oct 2026 for 7 nights, £395Save £146"Peaceful coastal getaway with dog friendly beaches nearby, ideal couple or solo stay. One small/med dog included. Private parking. Wifi. Full heating & Log Burner Short break £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:
£445 to £695
Short breaks from £86 per night

2  |   1  |   1  |   No  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Friday

Argil Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Thu, 8th Oct 2026 for 2 nights, £275"17th & 24th OCT weeks £645. Book this lovely detached cottage near Castle Howard, Peter Wright The Yorkshire Vet & Angus Ashworth's Auction House at Kirkbymoorside"
54.201571, -0.855596

This gorgeous 3 bedroom Detached Cottage is ideally situated in a little village between Pickering's Steam Railway and the TV hit programms Bangers and Cash at Thornton-le-dale and the Yorkshire Vet 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, so book now for a perfect stay in Yorkshire. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£595 to £795
Short breaks from £125 per night

2-5  |   3  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 4 Star Gold

Farthing Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Fri, 30th Oct 2026 for 3 nights, £450"Log burner for cosy nights, great pubs in strolling distance, lovely walks & an abundance of attractions nearby"
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 sunny 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 an excellent choice for exploring the Cotswolds.

Weekly guide price:
£625 to £925
Short breaks from £145 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 3

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

52.557869, -2.971122

The Barn at Lower Beach is a perfect, romantic “away from it all” holiday retreat for two in a brand new stylish apartment conversion set in glorious countryside near Bishops Castle within the beautiful Shropshire Hills (AONB). Lovely walking, wonderful wildlife, stunning views, easy for Ludlow and Shrewsbury. All the right ingredients for a relaxing holiday.

Weekly guide price:
£300 to £400

2  |   1  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.879210, -3.108121

Exposed beams and a wood burning stove add to the charm of this self-catering holiday cottage – perfect for a romantic retreat. Located in peaceful unspoilt countryside with glorious views of the surrounding Blackdown Hills, Garden Cottage is close to the Jurassic Coast and an abundance of attractions in Devon, Somerset and Dorset.

Weekly guide price:
£425 to £600

2  |   1  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

50.879210, -3.108121

Stylish throughout, this well presented self-catering accommodation is a super choice for couples who want to relax and unwind in a peaceful setting amongst the beauty of the Blackdown Hills. Within easy reach of the Jurassic Coast, guests staying at Apple Loft can enjoy wonderful walks and fantastic views on the doorstep.

Weekly guide price:
£425 to £600

2  |   1  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

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:
£608 to £910
Short breaks from £150 per night

3  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.471325, -3.630340

The Bunny Barn in Combefishacre near Ipplepen is the perfect place to escape into the Devonshire countryside for a holiday. The medieval barn has been sympathetically converted to offer comfortable self-catering accommodation for couples or small families with young children. Boasting flagstone floors, thick stone walls and original oak beams. Ipplepen village is a mile away with a traditional pub serving great food(The Wellington), A village Co-Op for groceries and a lovely coffee shop. There is a very fine Church with Norman origins and a beautiful rood screen with medieval painted saints. Nearby the towns of Totnes and Newton Abbot provide everything else you could need. Dartmoor National Park and the beautiful beaches of the English Riviera are both only five miles away, providing a wealth of walks, cycling routes, attractions and sightseeing.

Weekly guide price:
£540 to £735

2+2  |   1  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 6 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

Cae Caled Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Fri, 9th Oct 2026 for 3 nights, £395Save £75"Last-minute autumn escape for two with private hot tub, log burner and peaceful countryside setting."
53.212929, -3.355157

Romantic one-bedroom cottage with private hot tub on a peaceful 30-acre farm near Bodfari. Heated pool, fishing, EV charger, Wi-Fi and walks from the door. Perfect for couples and dog-friendly stays.

Weekly guide price:
£350 to £850
Short breaks from £115 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 1 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.290567, -2.003866

Old Carthouse is a dog friendly holiday cottage nestled within the Yorkshire Dales National Park providing a perfect romantic retreat. Enjoy walks from the front door, explore local market towns and villages like nearby Wensleydale, Hawes and Leyburn or simply lie back and relax in the bubbling hot tub. Perfect for a self-catering holiday at any time of the year, this cosy barn conversion is located in the little village of Aysgarth and is an ideal base to explore this magical part of North Yorkshire. 

Weekly guide price:
£380 to £450
Short breaks from £65 per night

2+1  |   1  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

54.358444, -0.843825

www.sunrise-cottage.co.uk   Special Offer 10% discount for stays of 5 nights or more. Delightful, escape from it all cottage in a beautiful location. One bedroom for two people, with a sumptuous superking-sized bed and stunning views in the North York Moors National Park.  Hartoft is close to Rosedale Abbey and Pickering, within easy reach of Helmsley, York and Whitby and close to the coast. The cottage is ideal for couples or individuals who love walking, cycling, the coast, museums, country houses, sightseeing and eating well!

Weekly price:
£1015 all year
Short breaks from £145 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

55.337074, -1.572142

Sleeps 4 in either 2 or 3 beds. Hotel quality linens and towels included Open plan living space Huge patio with seating outside Excellent Internet access  Pet and smoke free. A pet may be considered on request. Secure key box The apartment has 2 entrances, one from the sea front on the promenade and one from Bay View above. We suggest using the lower entrance.  2 steps up from the promenade through a private gate.   

Weekly guide price:
£1300 to £1600
Short breaks from £260 per night

4  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

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:
£565 to £1395
Short breaks from £150 per night

4+1  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

54.939937, -2.724425

Wall & Lakes Cottage, Brampton.  Ideal for couples, walkers, cyclists & small families. The perfect location for relaxing with historical Hadrian's Wall, beautiful Talkin Tarn, Gelt woods and RSPB Geltsdale nearby. Amazing walks, stunning views and history from your doorstep.  The Lake District & Pennine Way are also easily accessible. At the end of a quiet country lane you will find beautiful, Wall & Lakes cottage with its large garden, parking for two and open fields behind. All just a short stroll into the friendly market town of Brampton with its pubs, shops and amenities.  Comfortable cosy and clean Wall & Lakes Cottage provides quality and value, sleeps 4 in high quality bedding, large garden, parking, sunny patio and beautiful views.  Super king and a king sized bed (splits into two small singles) with cosy high quality bedding. Welcome homely touches such as fresh flowers, beautiful local pictures, soft white towels and a welcome basket. 

Weekly guide price:
£596 to £699

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.255022, -3.084154

Where better to stay in Lakeland to relish the beautiful colours of autumn than the cosy world of Garden Cottage? Head to Tarn Hows, the Grizedale Forest or Coniston Water for the day and then return and relax beside the wood burner at this magical little spot. What makes Garden Cottage special is the love and care that’s devoted to it by the owners, and the striking craftsmanship that’s gone into its creation. It's one of two romantic holiday retreats at Howe Foot, both of them accommodating two people each.

Weekly price:
£620 all year
Short breaks from £120 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.255022, -3.084154

If you’re looking for a romantic holiday retreat for two people this autumn, then head down the little lane to Howe Foot and step into the beautifully crafted cottage of Otley Beck. Set over two floors, with an AGA cooker in the kitchen and a log burner in the snug, the cottage stands in an acre of grounds beside a beck. With Coniston Water a few miles to the north, and Grizedale Forest and the southern tip of Windermere within striking distance too, this is a delightful base from which to explore Lakeland at its autumn best. 

Weekly price:
£620 all year
Short breaks from £120 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

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 (although sadly closed at present) 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 a village pub(although sadly closed at present). The Aviation Museum is 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

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 (sadly closed at present) 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

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?

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