Only 30 miles north of London, Bellows Mill in Eaton Bray, Bedfordshire, is the perfect place for a week-end retreat from city life. It sits within 17 private acres of picturesque grounds on the edge of the Chiltern Hills AONB with a lake and woodland for guests to enjoy. Kingfishers are a common sight and there is a resident but illusive otter. Bellows Mill is within striking distance of places like Milton Keynes, St Albans and Watford. London, Oxford and Cambridge are all within reach for a day of shopping and sightseeing, or stay closer to home and explore the beautiful countryside footpaths and cycling routes, (e.bikes for hire 3 miles away) Ashridge Forest, Rushmere in Leighton Buzzard, the Ridgeway, Tring Park and Wendover woods are all within easy reach. Nearby attractions include Whipsnade Zoo, Bletchley Park and Woburn Safari Park, and there are seven golf courses within a short drive.
Sleeps: 17–27 guests (flexible apartment configurations)Bedrooms: Up to 12 across multiple apartments Bathrooms: Multiple, including several luxury en-suites and freestanding baths Setting: Coastal manor estate with shared celebration spaces Best for: 50th, 60th, and 70th birthday celebrations, extended family gatherings, and corporate retreats Pickwell Manor offers the best of both worlds: a grand manor setting with generous shared spaces, and a collection of elegant apartments that allow groups to stay together comfortably while enjoying their own space.
A choice of comfy welcoming holiday cottages nestling amongst rolling Devonshire countryside five miles from Barnstaple with excellent on-site facilities including an indoor and toddler pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, play area, games room and tennis court. Perfect for a family holiday or for up to 3 couples, and all within easy driving distance of Exmoor and the stunning North Devon beaches.
Ridge Farm is an ideal place to gather family and friends together for a self-catering holiday. The farmhouse has grown over the centuries without losing any of its character and sleeps up to 24 people - perfect for a group holiday, workshop, corporate event or wedding weekend. The hire also includes exclusive use of the 14 acres of gardens, meadows and woodland, flood lit tennis court and an indoor leisure complex with heated swimming pool, sauna and hot tub. There is also a separate cottage, the Granary, to hire alongside the Farmhouse. A short stroll along the path will take you to this hidden gem - an enchanting cottage from the outside, whilst the inside holds an exceptional bespoke interior. Independent form the main house, with its own sitting room and kitchen downstairs and a bedroom and bathroom upstairs. The Granary can sleep an additional 2-3 guests. We're located on the Surrey/Sussex border, within easy reach of Gatwick and Heathrow airports, the M25, London and the south c
Ivy Cottage is a welcoming 'bolt-hole' set amidst the glorious rolling countryside of Devon near Barnstaple. Affording fabulous views, there are great on-site facilities to ensure your break is relaxing (pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and tennis court) and plenty of nearby attractions, with Exmoor, the beautiful sandy beaches on the west coast and the rugged rocky coves on the North coast are all within an easy drive away.
Welcoming families, couples and dogs, this comfy cottage provides an ideal self-catering base for exploring the many attractions of Devon (including Exmoor and the coast within driving distance). Excellent on-site facilities including an indoor pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, play area, games room and tennis court.
With 'upside down' accommodation, Rowan welcomes families and dog owners and is a comfy holiday retreat ideally placed amidst peaceful rolling Devonshire countryside. Five miles from Barnstaple and within easy driving distance of the coast and Exmoor National Park. Superb on-site facilities with indoor swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, play area, games room and even a tennis court.
Thatchers Cottage is one of seven holiday cottages located in extensive grounds close to Barnstaple and picturesque Instow. With excellent on-site facilities including an indoor pool, sauna and two games room, there is plenty to keep adults and children amused, and a host of attractions close by including glorious golden beaches, coastal walks and the Tarka Trail offering miles of traffic free cycling.
