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55.569058, -1.644425

Stay in this charming period cottage a stone's throw from the beach. Mrs Fordy's Cottage is on Annstead Farm, where the Mellor family have farmed cattle, sheep and crops for 30 plus years after relocating from their previous farm at Alnwick. As part of the Northumberland Coast AONB, it is surrounded by gorgeous countryside, with the beach being just a few minutes stroll from the door. There are beautiful footpaths, cycling routes and bridleways leading to spectacular views, and miles of unspoiled beaches to discover. Seahouses, Alnwick Castle, and the Farne Islands are all within easy reach. The self-catering cottage sleeps up to five people in two lovely bedrooms and is ideal for couples or families.

Weekly guide price:
£541 to £1205
Short breaks from £135 per night

5  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

55.569058, -1.644425

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

54.777007, -4.370689

A delightful seaside self-catering holiday cottage for adults only, within the walled garden of the historic Galloway House Estate in South West Scotland. A heated outdoor swimming pool, coastal walks, and lovely beach at Rigg Bay, just a short stroll away, make this the perfect relaxing retreat and romantic getaway.

Weekly guide price:
£944 to £1925
Short breaks from £189 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   No  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

51.174129, -4.210330

Tides Reach in Woolacombe offers a luxurious coastal retreat for up to 16 guests. This prestigious holiday cottage boasts stunning views over Combesgate Beach, with spacious accommodation spread across eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms. Designed for informal socialising, the property features indoor and outdoor living spaces and serene bedrooms for relaxation. Woolacombe is a family-friendly resort with shops, cafes, and the South West Coast Path within easy reach. Direct beach access allows for spontaneous swims and sunset strolls. Nearby attractions include surfing at Combesgate Beach, exploring the coastal footpath, and going to Lundy Island and Exmoor Zoo.

Weekly guide price:
£4750 to £7250
Short breaks from £678 per night

16  |   8  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

55.556163, -1.629087

Jacks sleeps 6 in 3 spacious bedrooms. There is a ground floor bedroom with shower room adjacent so it's ideal for a person with limited mobility. A travel cot is available.  Jacks is a few minutes walk to Beadnell Bay to the South and the Haven Beach to the north. The village which has 2 pubs and two cafes is a short walk. Smoking is not allowed

Weekly guide price:
£845 to £1550

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

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:
£1100 all year
Short breaks from £160 per night

8+1  |   4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

Modern, high quality, single story accommodation, nestled in the North Harris hills next to stunning Loch Seaforth. Located near the Isle of Harris and Lewis border, you are ideally placed to explore the whole island. Sleeps up to 4 with one king and one twin bed room. Walk in wet room, open plan kitchen, dining and living area with direct loch view. Set in the grounds of Mulag House and working Croft. 

Weekly guide price:
£1400 to £1540
Short breaks from £200 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Enquire  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

55.216839, -1.773346

Beacon Hill Cottage is a beautifully restored holiday cottage in the heart of the Northumberland countryside, just 20 minutes from the beach and within easy reach of Morpeth and Alnwick. Sleeping six in three comfortable bedrooms, this five-star retreat seamlessly blends traditional charm with modern comfort, offering access to award-winning on-site facilities, including a heated indoor pool, spa, games room, and a private lake. With breathtaking views, a private garden, and stylish interiors, it’s the perfect choice for families or friends looking to relax, explore the coast, or enjoy the great outdoors in this unspoilt part of the UK. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£1049 to £3198
Short breaks from £525 per night

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri | 5 Star Gold

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

57.511339, -7.258657

If you're searching for a true escape - a place you can get away from crowds, noise and light pollution, you'll love Glaic Cottage. This Grade B listed blackhouse is on North Uist in the Outer Hebrides and has recently been restored and refurbished to provide luxury accommodation for one or two people. It's near Claddach Carinish with no nearby neighbours. The location is ideal for exploring the beautiful beaches, landmarks, and hills of North and South Uist, with day trips to other islands within easy reach. It's available for holiday booking all year round. 

Weekly guide price:
£700 to £875
Short breaks from £100 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

52.038014, -4.416797

Kingfisher Cottage is a delightful traditional end terrace single storey cottage nestled in the breathtaking Teifi Valley of rural Carmarthenshire. This welcoming holiday home sleeps four in two cosy bedrooms and is one of only four cottages on the picturesque Dol-Haidd Isaf estate near Newcastle Emlyn. Guests can explore 40 acres of beautiful countryside, including a private stretch of the River Teifi perfect for fishing. Whether you’re a couple, family, or friends, this Carmarthenshire holiday cottage offers a serene escape. The Teifi Valley, a designated SSSI, is a haven for birdwatchers, with 72 species already spotted. Enjoy nearby attractions like the Wales Coast Path, Pembrokeshire Coast Path, National Wool Museum, National Coracle Centre, National Botanic Gardens, and the Tregaron Heritage and Red Kite Centre, all just a short drive away.

Weekly price:
£560 all year

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

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

50.685966, -4.693488

Historic Boscastle is one of the most beautiful villages on the coast of North Cornwall. Norwood is a charming Victorian holiday cottage a short walk from the natural harbour, South West Coast Path, Museum of Witchcraft, a village shop, cafes and two pubs. It is ideal for couples or friends as it has two ensuite bedrooms, good self-catering amenities, and off-street parking. There is lots to do, from surfing at Crackington Haven to looking for Merlin's ghost at Tintagel and exploring the beautiful gardens and country houses in the surrounding area. 

Weekly guide price:
£550 to £1100
Short breaks from £140 per night

4  |   2  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

Daisy Chain

Last Minute Offer:Mon, 31st Aug 2026 for 4 nights, £1575"Wonderful lakeside property with canoe and access to indoor and outdoor swimming pools 7 nights £2400"
51.645906, -1.968524

Daisy Chain is a spacious, family-friendly lakeside holiday home on the private Lower Mill Estate in the Cotswolds, just 90 minutes from London. Sleeping 9 plus 2 cots, it’s ideal for multi-generational family holidays or getaways with friends. With uninterrupted lake views, two ensuite bedrooms, and a glass-fronted living area, it’s the perfect place to relax and reconnect. Families love the canoe, bikes, toys, games, and nearby playgrounds, as well as access to the estate’s luxury spa with indoor and outdoor pools, sauna, steam room and gym. Surrounded by nature, with walking and cycling trails on the doorstep, Daisy Chain offers the perfect base for Cotswold family holidays, combining outdoor adventure with home comforts and space to unwind.

Weekly guide price:
£1300 to £2500
Short breaks from £243 per night

9  |   5  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

52.677039, 1.719529

Hickling Chalet is a coastal holiday chalet sleeping four, set directly above the sand at Wakefield Court Beach near Great Yarmouth. This single-level self-catering accommodation has breathtaking open sea views, a private patio, and immediate access to the beach. Recently refurbished and dog-friendly, the chalet offers two bedrooms, a modern shower room, and a bright, unfussy living space. Close to Scratby, California and the Norfolk Broads, Hickling Chalet is a peaceful holiday rental on the Norfolk coast suited to slower, simpler seaside stays. Tourist board rating: 3 Star

Weekly guide price:
£665 to £885
Short breaks from £85 per night

4  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 3 Star

50.213109, -5.483845

With its beautiful beaches, mild weather and friendly community, St Ives should be on everyone's favourite holiday destination list. Bay Watch House is ideal for extended families or groups of friends because it is spacious and centrally located. The elegant Edwardian villa provides large group accommodation for up to 13 people in comfort, with beaches, pubs, shops, cafes and galleries all within walking distance. You can see the beach, headland and island from all of the rooms at the front of the house, and it is also close to top Cornwall attractions including St Michael's Mount, the Minack Theatre and The Eden Project.

Weekly guide price:
£1750 to £4150
Short breaks from £200 per night

11+2  |   6  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

Goswick Old Farm Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Sat, 29th Aug 2026 for 7 nights, £895Save £55"Enjoy a break over Bank Holiday in this gorgeous home from home. Perfect base for exploring Northumberland."
55.705697, -1.928717

In a superb location by the sea, this self catering holiday cottage is only a stone's throw from miles of golden sands with magnificent views overlooking Holy Island. Ideal for a family holiday and a perfect base for exploring Northumberland's stunning Heritage Coastline, as well as the Cheviot Hills and the Scottish Borders.

Weekly guide price:
£595 to £995

5  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

54.178146, -2.801833

Lake Cottage is a charming 200 year-old cottage with a private jetty on beautiful Hawes Water Lake, an unspoiled nature reserve teeming with birds and wildlife yet close to the village and seaside beaches at Silverdale and Arnside on Morecambe Bay. Enjoy miles of glorious walks right from the doorstep or take a short drive to the nearby Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, Cumbria and Trough of Bowland in Lancashire. The sunny courtyard is perfect for summer barbeques with lawned gardens, wildflower sitting areas and small orchard leading onto a 100m boardwalk meandering through willows and reedbeds to emerge at the lake and jetty. Swim in crystal-clear water, relax with a book, have a fish, watch dragonflies or just immerse in the sounds of the swallows, buntings and warblers. The traditionally-furnished cottage with its farmhouse kitchen, inglenook range and log-burning stove is warm and cosy in autumn and winter and a delight in spring and summer. The recently refurbished bathroom has a

Weekly guide price:
£895 to £1555

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 4 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.863225, -2.499922

*************SPRING OFFER************ ******FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2026, WE ARE ABLE TO OFFER 50% DISCOUNT ON ALL WEEKLY BOOKINGS****** With just the birds and wildlife as your neighbours, the Trout Barn offers a peaceful and secluded getaway in the rural village of Hermitage on the edge of a Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With two trout and one carp fishing lakes, beautiful countryside walks from the front door and a number of attractions nearby, there is plenty to keep all ages entertained. The modern built accommodation can comfortably sleep eight guests in 3 bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities. The very spacious accommodation is on one level, making it easy access for all ages. The Trout Barn is the perfect self-catering holiday accommodation for families, friends and couples looking for a slice of beautiful rural Dorset, that'll not disappoint. We offer pet friendly accommodation, with a secure garden for your 4 legged friends. Come and enjoy a rural countryside break that so many others have enjoyed.

Weekly guide price:
£850 to £1250
Short breaks from £200 per night

4-8  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible