Waterside Cottages

Located in the New Forest National Park midway between Lymington and Brockenhurst, this spacious holiday home provides a good self-catering base for families and couples to explore the areas many attractions. Spout House Studio is a great choice for walkers and cyclists.

Nestling in a beautiful position opposite a pretty waterfall (below which lies a deep pool perfect for cold-water swimming) this delightful character holiday cottage sits in the picturesque peaceful Eden Valley in Cumbria, within easy reach of the Lake District and its many attractions. Ford Cottage is a superb choice for couples (one or two) and a tranquil haven abundant with wildlife where you can relax and unwind. For larger groups the upstairs Owl Room can be added, £150 p/w or £40 per night, three-night minimum.

Seaweed Cottage is a lovely double fronted holiday cottage in possibly one of the best positions in Fowey, just 20 metres from the sheltered sandy beach at Readymoney Cove. With direct access onto the coastal footpath from the front door, great pubs, restaurants and shops a short stroll away and a plethora of attractions for day trips out, this is an ideal retreat for those looking for a seaside or walking holiday.

Set in an exceptional position within its very own natural enclave at the foot of a waterfall, (the deep pool below offering on-site cold-water swimming!) this fabulous holiday cottage is located within the picturesque Eden Valley, within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, abutting the Lake District. A tranquil haven abundant with wildlife, The Watermill is just perfect for a relaxing self-catering holiday, close to Appleby, Kirkby Stephen and the area's many visitor attractions.

A 17th Century holiday cottage located in a peaceful position amongst beautiful countryside just three miles from the Cumbrian cobbled village of Dent in the Yorkshire Dales and within easy reach of the Lake District. Ideal for walking, relaxing or visiting the areas many attractions and with a fire for winter nights and pretty garden with glorious views, it is the perfect place to escape away from it all and relax. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

With just the birds and wildlife as your neighbours, The Trout Barn offers a peaceful and secluded getaway in the village of Hermitage on the edge of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With two trout and one carp fishing lakes, walks from the front door and a number of attractions nearby, there is plenty to keep all ages entertained. Sleeping eight guests in three bedrooms, with accommodation all on one level, The Trout Barn is the perfect self-catering holiday accommodation for families, friends and couples looking for a slice of beautiful rural Dorset.  

Just outside the village of Commondale in the picturesque North Yorkshire Moors, this welcoming holiday cottage provides exceptionally comfortable self-catering and an ideal base for exploring the areas many attractions including Whitby and the lovely bays of Runswick bay, Sleights with in a 20min drive and the beautiful city of York within easy driving distance.

The Lake District is one of the UK's best-loved holiday destinations. Even if you have been there a hundred times, there is always a beautiful new view or a friendly cafe to discover. The Derwent Farmhouse is a period farmhouse with lots of character in a riverfront location close to Grange in the Borrowdale Valley. It comfortably sleeps up to six people in three bedrooms and there are footpaths and cycling routes leading from the front door, while Scafell Pike, Skiddaw and Derwentwater are all nearby. The location is ideal whether you want to relax in peace and solitude or do as much as you can during the time you have.

Create fantastic memories at the Big House By The Sea. Set in 4.5 acres of private grounds, this amazing house on the West coast of Wales, enjoys fantastic views over the sea and mountains and can accommodate up to 30 under one roof. The 100m2 function room can be your own nightclub with glitter ball and sound system for that special birthday, get together, Yoga retreat or wedding. There is also a Cinema, Bar, Hot Tub, Fire Pit and a 15 seat Wood-Burning sauna overlooking the bay. The house is a short walk to the local pub/restaurant, shop and beach below Llwyngwril village. Enjoy fabulous local walks and activities, and of course great sunsets over the water.

Sitting in large gardens (with tennis court!), this welcoming bright and airy holiday apartment is perfectly placed in a tranquil location overlooking lake Windermere, yet within just a mile of Bowness-on-Windermere with its shops and eating establishments. The Loft offers the best of both worlds for those who want to relax and unwind whilst being within easy reach of the areas many attractions.

An impressive holiday home for large families in a prime position looking over Crooklets Beach in the popular seaside town of Bude, North Cornwall. Formerly a gentleman's residence dating back to Edwardian times, Pendragon is a great choice for a family holiday or some time away by the sea with friends with glorious beaches, great surfing and plenty of pubs and restaurants for a meal out. Pets welcome by arrangement.

Owl Cottage is an accessible Sussex holiday home sleeping six people in three bedrooms with a layout that suits families or friends. It's close to Lewes and within easy reach of Brighton, with lovely rural walks and views over a fishing lake. The cottage is set back from the main road in a peaceful spot, yet incredibly well connected just over 40 minutes from London by train. This beautiful oak-framed barn conversion is in a lovely location whether you're in the area for a walking holiday, to attend a wedding, or you want to explore the gorgeous East Sussex countryside, towns and villages.

You won't want to go home after holidaying in this gorgeous waterfront property in the delightful village of Horning. With a private hot tub, outdoor kitchen, and a large garden that leads down to the river, Whispering Reeds Cottage is the perfect retreat for couples and families looking to explore the Norfolk Broads. Whether you are looking for a new adventure each day, or you simply want to relax in beautiful surroundings, the Norfolk Broads is a fantastic location for a holiday at any time of the year. This impressive self-catering holiday home sleeps six guests in three bedrooms and two well behaved dogs are welcome too. 

Longshore is a beautifully renovated 3 double bedroom detached house, easy 6/7 min stroll to Fowey, a year-round resort & 20 walk to Readymoney beach, an amazing small sandy beach with a year round cafe. Longshore is recently renovated, stylish, spacious & comfortable with 3 double bedroom & 2 bathrooms plus a downstairs toilet.  There is a stunning huge sunny deck with beautiful views down to the river through the trees, and over to the Polruan hills. There is a good sized garden below the deck. Driveway parking for 2 cars (very rare in Fowey!), yet just a few moments stroll down to the picturesque and buzzing harbourside town of Fowey with its waterfront, wonderful independent & high-street shops, delicatessans, Inns, cafes & restaurants.  Many other stunning wide sandy beaches with easy parking are just 5-10 minute drive. We are dog friendly and welcome up to 2 well mannered and very well behaved dogs (no larger than a labrador). Longshore is a detached house with a secure garden, in a quiet no-through road, so safe for the kids and animals and just a 6/7 minute stroll to Fowey's waterfront, shops, cafes & restaurants. Take in the huge deck with stunning views across the valley & the sparkling harbour through the trees with an ice-cold glass of Rose wine! Relax on the deck with a cup of fresh coffee... Stroll down to town for your morning bread and croissant, or stop off at one of the many cafes there for breakfast! ♣CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR AT LONGSHORE♣- CELEBRATE THE FESTIVE SEASON AT LONGSHORE! CHRISTMAS DECS & TREE, BOTTLE OF CHAMPAGNE & GIFT!!  3 NIGHT STAY MINIMUM. CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR current prices & online booking  www.longshore-fowey.com STUNNING 3 DOUBLE BEDROOM HOUSE, 6/7min WALK INTO FOWEY, HUGE DECK + GARDEN, STUNNING VIEWS DOWN TO THE HARBOUR & ACROSS TO THE POLRUAN COUNTRYSIDE More information/photos on www longshore-fowey com With a plum location in the beautiful bustling & ancient maritime town of Fowey, this stylishly renovated home has 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms,  large kitchen/dining room and spacious lounge with large screen smart TV, real fire, gorgeous comfy sofas, both rooms giving right onto a huge sunny deck with stunning views across the river to Polruan hills and glimpses of the sparkling river below. A quiet road set just above the town, it's just a few moments walk into the hustle and bustle of Fowey, it's wonderful independent shops, restaurants, cafes, the river and  the sparkling azure sea! We welcome up to 2 very well behaved & well mannered dogs over 10 months old (£30surcharge) but no larger than a regular Labrador size. Everything in this house, both large & small has been carefully considered for comfort, style and a touch of luxury, with the aim of making guests happy, comfortable & feeling at home. Lovely firm Hypnos beds with soft thick toppers, "Dusk" cotton linens & plump, squishy "Dusk" pillows.  Spacious, Light-filled social spaces in coastal hues all set against the backdrop of the River Fowey & the Polruan valley beyond.  This stylish home has been renovated by the owner's team of builders and local professionals to a high standard.  Calming, coastal  Farrow & Ball colours abound in this house throughout, with quality toning curtains, cushions, roman blinds and furnishings. Three equally special double bedrooms on the first floor, offer comfort & luxury with new Hypnos hotel-standard firm mattresses with soft padded headboards, divinely comfortable fat squashy pillows from Dusk.   All bedlinen is included, but please note we do not provide towels, so please remember to bring your own. The large master bedroom has an en-suite, Superking Hynos bed, decorated in the softest stone & blue colours with a rustic wooden feature wall The 2nd double bedroom, decorated in calming pale grey & muted mustard colours,  with a feature rustic wooden wall. It has zip & link twin Hypnos 3ft single beds, which can be configured as a Superking on request (please request at the time of booking).   The 3rd double bedroom has beautiful views of the garden, valley beyond & glimpses of the sparking harbour below. Decorated in palest grey & softest pale green colours, it has a Hypnos firm Kingsize  bed with a rustic wooden feature wall. All bedrooms have wardrobes & chest of drawers. All beds have mattress toppers & mattress protectors & pillows with pillow protectors, so you can be assured of complete hygiene PLEASE NOTE ALL BED LINENS ARE INCLUDED BUT WE DO NOT PROVIDE TOWELS  The light and spacious open-plan dining and kitchen area (18’ x 12’) is a welcome hub for holiday life and entertaining with it’s huge solid oak table, with dining chairs in coastal colours to tone with the beautiful greys & blues in this stunning open plan room with stunning views over to the valley & sparkling harbour below.  A perfect place to sit down with friends & family for those special meals. Open-plan to the kitchen with muted French Grey units, an integrated fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.  Step out of the large casement doors to the huge deck with dining furniture, large parasol and comfortable sofa seats in the far corner.   The lounge is made for comfort in beautiful calming seascape colours, with it’s 2 large comfortable sofas & armchair, coffee tables, with large  casement door to the huge deck, with its outside sofas & dining table and stunning views over to the valley & sparkling harbour below.  This room is light and spacious (18’ x 12’) with a huge windows to the front and large casement doors direct onto the huge decking with sumptuous sofas & dining table & chairs with large parasol.    The charm of Fowey is just a short stroll down the hill (about 6/7 minutes walk) so days can be spent flipping from home to cafes to shops to restaurants to the beautiful sandy beach at Readymoney Cove.  Wander through the narrow streets to the quay and enjoy the comings and goings of life on the harbourside, with lots of independent shops, high street names (Seasalt, Saltrock, Trespass, Mountain Warehouse & Boots among them), harbourside cafes and restaurants, most overlooking the water, plus yummy deli’s and bakeries.  Even better is that this house has it’s own parking on the drive for 3 cars, which in Fowey is a luxury.  A 20 minute walk will take you to Readymoney Cove with it’s lovely café, shop and safe beach.  Cardinham Woods (near Bodmin & about 20 mins drive) and Golitha Falls (near Liskard about 35/40 mins drive) are just 2 of the many beautiful  walks to take the dogs to. South Cornwall has so much to offer from the world renowned Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan to the picture perfect coves of Polkerris, Readymoney and away down the coast to Portloe and Portscatho on The Roseland Peninsula.   Fowey is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty nestled between Looe and Mevagissey on the south Cornish coast, and with its sheltered natural harbour making it a mecca for talented yachtsmen.  This stunning and beautiful old town is now alive with bustle from the boutique shops, chic cafes, exhibiting galleries, restaurants and fine dining hotels.  Take a gentle stroll along the Esplanade or don your walking boots for the popular Hall walk bringing you neatly back to a local pub. If getting on the water is part of your plans then hire kayaks to explore the creeks and inlets of the river or try your hand at Paddleboarding. From yachts to dinghies, sailing is at the heart of the town and offers quite a spectacle as the Fowey regatta gets underway in August and sailors the world over make the town a welcome stop over throughout the season. Bookworms will recognise the influence for novelist Daphne Du Maurier who resided just across the water. Exploring the south coast is a joy as green rolling headlands plunge into crystal clear water and flank postcard-perfect Cornish coves.

Skokholm View, Solva is a luxury holiday apartment in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Ideal for couples, families or a small group of friends, it has the most incredible sea views, use of the stunning lawns & woods that surround & access to the glorious coast path. Set on the top floor of a restored Georgian mansion, it offers recently renovated, extremely comfortable, well-equipped accommodation amongst a magical, romantic setting.

Do you feel like retreating from the rat race for a while? Rostowan is the perfect hideaway where you can escape from it all to the beauty of the Roseland Peninsula. The timber holiday cottage is at the end of a quarter-mile track, two miles from Portscatho and only a short walk from National Trust Towan Beach. It provides everything you need for a relaxing self-catering holiday on the Cornish coast. The property sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is dog-friendly. It's great for couples or families. 

Bigbury 7 is a superb seafront holiday apartment in Devon where you can enjoy uninterrupted sea views from the living area, main bedroom and spacious patio. Located in the coastal village of Bigbury on Sea, the self-catering holiday home sleeps four people in two ensuite bedrooms. It is ideal for couples or families, including those with dogs. There's nothing better than being able to stroll from your front door to the sand, popping back and forth as it suits you. Plymouth, Dartmouth, Dartmoor National Park and the English Riviera are all nearby for days out. 

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. 

Orchid Lodge is steps from the River Bure with fantastic views of the marina. The self-catering holiday cottage in Horning is ideal for couples and families who want to experience the best of the Broads, including from the water. Orchid Lodge has a 21ft mooring right next to the house, perfect if you want to hire a boat for a couple of days. There is loads of scope for walks and bike rides beside the river and through beautiful countryside and boating, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. The waterfront Ferry Inn pub is within a short walk, as are shops, cafes and other amenities. Despite its conveniently central location, guests will enjoy the peace and tranquillity that can only come from being beside the water. 

This secluded Victorian single storey cottage on the Ashley Combe Estate, the historic Exmoor home of computer pioneer Ada Lovelace, sits across a bridge next to a stream and is surrounded by woodland a mile from Porlock Weir. It combines old world charm with modern living; fully centrally heated, an open fire adds a special glow to cooler days. Lovelace is a good base for local walks. Peace and tranquillity in the sheltered woodland encourage relaxation and are the perfect ingredients for forest bathing. Free wifi serves to stay in touch with a less enchanted world. Lovelace can accommodate three guests with two people occupying the main King bed and one the single bedroom. Alternatively, one guest could use the main bedroom and two guests can be accommodated in the second bedroom by making up the second single (truckle) bed.