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58.150803, -4.971197

Stay on the shore of Loch Assynt in this traditional farmhouse holiday cottage in the Scottish Highlands. Kirkton of Assynt is a spacious two-storey property with fantastic views and accommodation for up to nine people in four bedrooms. It's perfect for families, especially those who love spending time outdoors in beautiful surroundings. The views are endless, as are the opportunities for walking, mountain biking, sailing, fishing, caving and swimming. A holiday here will leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed and probably ready to book your next stay before you even leave!

Weekly price:
£975 all year
Short breaks from £155 per night

8+1  |   4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.745501, -4.529184

A charming holiday cottage located in a tranquil area which is a haven for wildlife. Close to Bude and its lovely beaches, The Hayloft provides a perfect self-catering base for visiting North Cornwall and an ideal romantic retreat for couples. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£495 to £695

2  |   1  |   3+  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 5 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday | 5 Star Gold

55.569058, -1.644425

EASTER DISCOUNT - INCLUDES ALL HEATING, ELECTRIC, BED LINEN, TOWELS AND WIFI.  SLEEPS UP TO 4 PEOPLE If you're dreaming of a place where you can horse ride along miles of stunning coastline, walk for hours without seeing a soul or simply a quiet retreat where you can sleep late and relax all day, Dunes Cottage is perfect. This charming property sleeps up to four people in two rooms and is ideal for couples or families. It is a short walk from the coast and half a mile from both Seahouses and Beadnell, putting all the amenities and activities you would wish for within easy reach.

Weekly guide price:
£510 to £1086
Short breaks from £128 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

55.569058, -1.644425

This charming cottage is on a family-run farm on the beautiful Northumberland Coast, just across the road from the Annstead Dunes Nature Reserve and miles of beautiful coastline. Seahouses and Beadnell are both just half a mile away. There is an excellent choice of shops and pubs within walking distance in Seahouses, while favourite attractions like Alnwick Castle, Bamburgh Castle, the Farne Islands and Holy Island are all within easy reach. The self-catering cottage sleeps up to two people in one spacious bedroom with a private patio garden and off-street parking.

Weekly guide price:
£420 to £847
Short breaks from £105 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

52.953350, 1.042338

Centrally positioned in the heart of charming Cley Next the Sea, Rosalind Cottage offers a cosy bolthole within the desirable Golden Triangle on the North Norfolk coast. Oozing character, the property has been tastefully refurbished by its current owners, to provide visitors with a relaxing and memorable guest experience. Fully flexible booking (two nights minimum) throughout the year. 

Weekly price:
£1134 all year
Short breaks from £162 per night

5+1  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

55.703531, -5.290850

Spacious holiday house sitting in an idyllic setting next to the mountains and the sea on the northern tip of the Isle of Arran. Sleeping eight guests in four bedrooms, Lodge Farm is perfect for families and extended families looking to get away from it all for a few days. With a wood burning stove, spectacular views, an abundance of trails to explore and wildlife to spot, you cannot fail to be captivated by this magical spot. Lace up your walking boots, grab your binoculars, and be prepared to be wowed by the raw beauty of this Scottish island.

Weekly guide price:
£950 to £1500

8  |   4  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.982797, 0.968680

The Seashells is a seafront holiday home in Littlestone-on-Sea, Kent. It sleeps eight people in four en-suite bedrooms and offers uninterrupted views of the English Channel. The house is modern and spread over four floors, with three balconies facing the sea. There's a large kitchen-diner for shared meals and a top-floor lounge for relaxing evenings. You can walk to Littlestone Golf Club or stroll along the promenade towards St Marys Bay or Dymchurch, with Greatstone's sandy beach a few minutes walk in the opposite direction. The garage doubles as a games room with table tennis, darts, and table football for all ages. The house is dog friendly by arrangement and has secure courtyard parking plus storage for bikes, boards, and golf clubs. 

Weekly guide price:
£1450 to £2400
Short breaks from £250 per night

8  |   4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 5 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.652816, -4.606784

An impressive English oak framed holiday lodge with a riverside garden that perfectly combines traditional charm with modern conveniences to provide a high standard of self-catering. Located close to the many beautiful beaches and attractions of North Cornwall, the lodge is within easy driving distance of Boscastle, Tintagel and Bodmin Moor and a great base for a family holiday exploring this beautiful part of the South West.  Out of season shorter stay enquiries welcome, minimum 3 nights  

Weekly guide price:
£498 to £1515

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

Beach Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Fri, 24th Apr 2026 for 7 nights, £575"7 miles of Sandy Beach, pub with restaurant and village shop within a few metres of Beach Cottage. Uninterrupted views over Luce Bay, ideal base for exploring the Rhins of Galloway. Pet friendly"
54.809393, -4.960016

Beach Cottage is a charming holiday cottage in Sandhead, Dumfries and Galloway, sleeping four guests in two bedrooms just 30 yards from the sandy shores of Luce Bay. This self-catering accommodation offers sea views, an enclosed garden and dog-friendly stays, making it a relaxing coastal retreat for couples or small families. Set in a peaceful village with a pub and shop within walking distance, this holiday rental in south west Scotland is well placed for exploring the Mull of Galloway, scenic coastal walks and nearby gardens, forests and historic sites.

Weekly guide price:
£545 to £850

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Friday

Auld Schoolhouse

Last Minute Offer:Sat, 2nd May 2026 for 7 nights, £850"Only a few metres from 7 miles of Sandy Beach, pub/ restaurant & village shop. Uninterrupted views over Luce Bay & the Galloway hills beyond. Ideal for couples/ families, pets"
54.805713, -4.961897

Auld Schoolhouse is situated in the coastal village of Sandhead, with uninterrupted views over Luce Bay and the Galloway Hills beyond. The house is only a few metres from 7 miles of sandy beach and only 2 minutes walk from pub/restaurant, well stocked village shop and children's play park. It has an enlosed garden with outside patio area with garden furniture in the summer. It sleeps 7 in 3 bedrooms, all of which are on the 1st floor, it also has kitchen, sitting room with open fire, dining room, 2 shower rooms & 1 bathroom

Weekly guide price:
£675 to £1200
Short breaks from £95 per night

7+1  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.745501, -4.529184

With glorious far reaching views that stretch as far as the ocean, Mowhay Barn offers a high standard of self-catering and nestles amongst tranquil countryside in North Cornwall. A haven for wildlife, this stylish holiday home is near to the popular seaside resort of Bude with its lovely beaches and is within easy reach of North Cornwall's many attractions. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£645 to £1225

4  |   2  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 5 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday | 4 Star Gold

52.923013, -4.127187

You will never get enough of the stunning views from this waterfront property in Porthmadog. Sit on the balcony of Number 20 and enjoy the estuary and mountains' ever-changing scene, knowing that shops, cafes, and pubs are within a 5-10 minute walk if you need anything. The modern holiday property sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is perfect for exploring Snowdonia, the Llyn Peninsula, and favourite attractions like Portmeirion, Zip World, and Caernarfon Castle. It's ideal for couples or families with older children. 

Weekly guide price:
£512 to £725
Short breaks from £85 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Enquire  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.763995, -0.745617

Seagull Cottage is all about the location. Sitting on Pagham's tranquil RSPB Nature Reserve, overlooking its harbour and lagoon, this delightful holiday home is just perfect for families and also couples (as it sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms), especially those who appreciate tranquillity, bird watching and being close to the sea. The beach is a short stroll away and guests have a family size hot tub in the garden (and outside shower) for sitting back and soaking up the magical atmosphere. A quiet piece of coastline in West Sussex (and one of the sunniest in the country!) with plenty of attractions close by for day trips out including Chichester Harbour, Goodwood etc.

Weekly guide price:
£750 to £1300
Short breaks from £150 per night

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 5 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

55.235347, -1.538163

IF ANCHOR COTTAGE IS BOOKED FOR THE DATES YOU ARE INTERESTED IN, PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT PELE VIEW COTTAGE WHICH IS RIGHT NEXT DOOR! (PELE VIEW'S CHANGEOVER DAYS ARE FRIDAY AND MONDAY). Anchor Cottage is a former fisherman's cottage in Cresswell, Northumberland, which has been renovated to a luxury standard to make a holiday home which is full of character while providing every modern comfort. It is set right above the shoreline with far-reaching and spectacular views across the North Sea. Sleeping up to four guests in two bedrooms, this self-catering accommodation combines original stone walls and timber beams with a large and airy up-to-date feel, including a huge and modern kitchen diner with a spectacular panoramic sea view. Juliet balconies upstairs make the sea feel even closer, while a private bench on the water's edge offers a front-row seat to changing tides and coastal wildlife. With the seven miles of sand at Druridge Bay on the doorstep and the Drift Café within walking distance, this holiday rental in Northumberland is perfect for guests who value space, calm and an exceptional coastal setting. 

Weekly guide price:
£880 to £1410
Short breaks from £165 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

57.677997, -2.972683

You'd have to stay on a boat to get more waterfront than this fantastic beach house. Cladach is steps from Buckie beach, boasting amazing views from the home, garden and upstairs balcony. Spend happy days walking, cycling, visiting distilleries and discovering plentiful attractions around Inverness and Aberdeen, and evenings dining out at local restaurants or cooking fresh seafood in the well-equipped kitchen. The house sleeps four people in two bedrooms, one of which is ensuite and suits couples, families and friends who want to fish, play golf, maybe spot Nessie but certainly some dolphins, and relax in Cladach's beautiful surroundings. 

Weekly guide price:
£700 to £1000
Short breaks from £115 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 4 (off peak) | 5 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

51.361925, 0.374892

224 Brambles Chine is in a beautiful south-facing position in Freshwater on the Isle of Wight. It's on the edge of a quiet holiday park with nothing between you and fantastic views over Colwell Bay to The Needles on the Isle of Wight. The traditional holiday chalet sleeps four people in two bedrooms. It's only a two-minute stroll from the door to the beach and two miles from the ferry terminal at Yarmouth. Couples and families love the location and welcoming atmosphere of this holiday home, with many returning every year for their annual holiday on the Isle of Wight. 

Weekly guide price:
£490 to £810
Short breaks from £70 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 5 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

55.235347, -1.538163

Pele View is a spacious stone-built holiday cottage in Cresswell, overlooking the Northumberland coastline with sea views to the rear and open fields towards a medieval Pele Tower at the front. Sleeping up to four guests, this welcoming self-catering accommodation features a large open-plan ground floor, wood-burning stove and well-equipped kitchen-diner designed for relaxed coastal living. At the rear, a modest garden leads to the cottage’s own bench above the water’s edge, a favourite spot for watching the tide roll in and out. Druridge Bay’s long sweep of sand begins just beyond, while dog-friendly walks, nature reserves, and friendly cafés are all close at hand.

Weekly guide price:
£900 to £1290
Short breaks from £165 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.224178, -3.831922

** SPECIAL OFFER ** Enjoy 15% off advertised prices for all stays of 4 nights or more for commencing before 1st July 2026. Please book by 31st January 2026 to take advantage of this offer. Please contact us for more info. Space, luxury and incredible views await lucky visitors to West Soar, which combines the convenience of a hotel with the privacy of self-catering. This 5-star holiday home boasts incredible ocean views and is only a short walk away from the sandy shore of Soar Mill Cove, within easy reach of Salcombe and Dartmouth. The house is next to the Soar Mill Cove Hotel and guests have free use of the hotel's leisure facilities, including a tennis court and indoor swimming pool. They also enjoy discounted rates at the hotel's spa and highly rated restaurant and the option of room service. There is space for up to ten people in five bedrooms, and the potential to accommodate up to twenty two when booked together with the hotel's Ocean View Villas. Tourist board rating: 5 Star

Weekly guide price:
£1740 to £5175

10  |   5  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 5 Star

51.774251, -5.111382

Pembrokeshire coast has it all in terms of stunning sandy beaches, incredible wildlife, fantastic coastal walks and great water sports, and this beautiful coastal retreat with sea views is in one of the most enviable positions to enjoy it all. Just fifty metres from the sandy beach of Little Haven and three pubs, guests can spend their days lazing on the beach or exploring the many attractions of the National Park.

Weekly guide price:
£950 to £2400

8+2  |   4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

56.075720, -6.179651

The Isle of Colonsay is located off the West Coast of Scotland in the Hebrides and has stunning beaches, spectacular views, great walks, bike rides and an abundance of wildlife. Overlooking the sea and within walking distance of the islands hotel which serves very good food, this holiday cottage is a perfect Scottish holiday retreat.

Weekly guide price:
£600 to £1250
Short breaks from £150 per night

6  |   3  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Sunday