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53.664180, -0.339151

Escape to the country in this fantastic holiday home. Just a few miles from the magnificent Humber Bridge and within easy reach of the seaside resort of Cleethorpes, Sandes by Water sleeps ten people in four bedrooms (3 En-suite) and is ideal for large and extended families who enjoy being outdoors or favour the provided entertainment systems, Wifi, games and Televisions for an indoor escape. Five acres of private grounds have a well-kept lake, summer house, and paddocks for horses to stay. There is also secure bike storage and a wealth of footpaths, cycling trails and bridleways nearby to enjoy. Lincoln, Hull and York are around an hour by car, giving visitors the potential to alternate peaceful days in the country with exciting city adventures.

Weekly guide price:
£1000 to £2000
Short breaks from £350 per night

10  |   4  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

52.22276594163532, -2.851942227938478

Step back in time at the historic Manor House in Eardisland, one of England's finest 'Black and White' villages. This grand residence offers a blend of period character and modern luxury, featuring spacious living areas, original architectural details, and beautiful gardens.  Perfect for families or groups, the house provides a serene escape right by the River Arrow.  Enjoy local pubs and scenic walks just steps from your door in this quintessential Herefordshire retreat.

Weekly price:
Please enquire with owner
Short breaks from £1045 per night

25  |   11  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

52.034069, -1.869326

The Lower Mill Cottages are situated, just up a private road, with private off road parking, also having access to an EV Charger.  Set amongst very picturesque grounds with a stream running through, private parking and being dog friendly with an enclosed garden, these two Cotswold Holiday Cottages sit in an enviable idyllic quiet location just a few minutes stroll from the centre of Broadway - one of the Cotswolds most beautiful villages with an excellent choice of pubs, restaurants and independent shops. A great base for exploring Central England or simply relaxing.

Weekly guide price:
£685 to £1045

4  |   2  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

54.255022, -3.084154

If you’re looking for a romantic holiday retreat for two people, 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, the festival town of Ulverston close by and the southern tip of Windermere only a few miles away, this is a delightful base from which to explore unforgettable countryside.  

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

54.341939, -2.933047

Exceptional both inside and out, this stylish well presented lodge sits in one of the most enviable positions in the Lake District, with a rural location close to Lake Windermere. Enjoy an alfresco meal on the terrace watching the sun set in the evening, and by day discover the many attractions of nearby Bowness and Windermere.

Weekly guide price:
£935 to £1845

4  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.782863, -1.540833

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.

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

4+1  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

52.708417, 1.406960

This delightful waterside cottage sits an enviable position in the Peninsula Marina on the banks of the River Bure in the popular village of Wroxham, the 'capital of the Norfolk Broads'. Within walking distance of the village's many amenities and an ideal self-catering base for exploring the area's many attractions and magical waterways.

Weekly guide price:
£640 to £950
Short breaks from £100 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 4 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

56.45360028488176, -5.394944493957287

A home-from-home cottage located in the village of Connel, An Cala sits at the mouth of Loch Etive and is only a 6 minute drive from Oban. Situated only yards from the sea, the living room - framed by a large, low-silled window - invites stunning views of the water, islands and mountains of the inner Hebrides right to the comfort of your armchair, while otters and seals regularly swim among the locally moored boats. ​With three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a wood-burning stove, underfloor heating, additional conservatory dining and well-equipped living spaces. 

Weekly guide price:
£875 to £1280
Short breaks from £131 per night

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.965403, -3.995508

The Wheel Room is a luxury, dog-friendly holiday cottage for two on the tranquil Millbrook Estate in North Devon. Bursting with character, this romantic ground-floor retreat features original stonework, a king-size bed, stylish shower room, and a cosy lounge with an electric wood burner. French doors open to gardens and woodland—perfect for dogs and dreamy countryside views. The well-equipped kitchen makes self-catering a breeze, and five-star touches add to the comfort. Located in peaceful High Bickington with walks from the door, it’s close to dog-friendly beaches, pubs, and scenic trails—an idyllic escape for couples and their four-legged friends.

Weekly guide price:
£799 to £999
Short breaks from £120 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   No  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.965403, -3.995508

Rose Cottage is a luxury thatched holiday cottage with a hot tub in North Devon, perfect for couples seeking a romantic countryside escape. Set on the peaceful Millbrook Estate in High Bickington, this five-star self-catering retreat features a super king-sized bed, a deep copper bath for two, and a private garden with a Beachcomber hot tub. The North Devon coast and Exmoor National Park are within easy reach, with beaches, walking trails and charming towns nearby. Ideal for mini-moons, elopements or relaxing breaks, this romantic cottage is a stylish and peaceful base for exploring North Devon together.

Weekly guide price:
£949 to £1895
Short breaks from £133 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

Porth Hir

Last Minute Offer:Fri, 24th Apr 2026 for 7 nights, £1232Save £217"Short breaks are also available during this period, please enquire or email"
53.261906, -4.097409

Porth Hir is a beautifully restored, spacious dog-friendly holiday cottage in Beaumaris, Anglesey. Set on the seafront just across from the beach with breathtaking views over the Menai Strait to Snowdonia, this Grade II-listed coastal cottage sleeps six (plus one infant under the age of 24 months) in three elegant bedrooms. Perfect for families or groups, it combines 17th-century charm with modern comforts, including three bathrooms and a well-equipped kitchen. Shops, cafés, and dog-friendly pubs are a short walk away, while local activities range from castle visits and coastal walks to boat trips and beach days. For a relaxed, scenic self-catering stay in North Wales, Porth Hir is the perfect home from home. Tourist board rating: 5 Star

Weekly guide price:
£900 to £1850

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 5 Star

51.172950, -4.206254

Memory House is a luxury four-bedroom holiday cottage in Woolacombe, sleeping seven guests and occupying an elegant Victorian house on the Esplanade with spectacular sea views across three-mile Woolacombe Beach. This self-catering accommodation combines period character with contemporary design, featuring four en-suite or private bathrooms, a Stephen Graver bespoke kitchen, a private hot tub, and a wrap-around terrace overlooking the beach. Located steps from the sand with The Boardwalk, Bar Electric, and village shops within walking distance, this group holiday home in Woolacombe offers Tesla car charging, outdoor shower, WiFi, and Sky TV. Dog-friendly and family-friendly with stunning beach access for a memorable North Devon coastal holiday.

Weekly guide price:
£1750 to £3872
Short breaks from £250 per night

7  |   4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.161656, -5.006827

Seagulls is a stunning holiday home in St Mawes, accommodating 10-12 guests in five elegant bedrooms. Ideal for families and pets, enjoy breathtaking views of the Percuil River and Froe Creek, with a private path to the water's edge. Just a stroll away, find local amenities like a bakery, café, and the Rising Sun pub. This yachting paradise offers boating, kayaking, and fishing opportunities. Explore nearby attractions like St Mawes Castle, Lamorran Gardens, and vibrant Falmouth. Enjoy beautiful walking trails from the property, making Seagulls the perfect retreat for an unforgettable Cornish escape.

Weekly guide price:
£1040 to £3597
Short breaks from £149 per night

11+1  |   5  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

51.361925, 0.374892

8 Hartland House is a luxury coastal apartment in Woolacombe sleeping 6 people in 3 bedrooms with stunning sea views of Woolacombe beach. The modern and comfortable interior is perfect for friends or families looking to enjoy a holiday by the beach with 2 double bedroom and a 1 twin bed room each with a private en-suite. 

Weekly price:
Please enquire with owner

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   No

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

51.174808, -4.211560

Ocean View Penthouse is a superb beachfront property in Woolacombe. Sleeping four people in two bedrooms with two bathrooms, it has fantastic views up and down the coast of North Devon and a layout that is ideal for couples, families or friends. You are steps from the beach and a short walk from cafes, bars and shops. Walk along the South West Coast Path to Barricane Bay, Grunta Bay or Mortehoe, or spend your days surfing and sunning yourself beside the water. There is a wide choice of attractions to suit all ages, from theme parks to gardens, to make this an excellent year-round holiday destination. 

Weekly guide price:
£2060 to £3090

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

51.055038, -4.180697

This spacious, first-floor apartment has uninterrupted views over Instow beach and estuary. It comfortably sleeps up to five people in three lovely bedrooms, with a layout that works for families and friends. Westward Ho! and Exmoor National Park are only a few miles away, and there are endless miles of footpaths and cycling routes including the South West Coast Path and Tarka Trail. Surfing, sailing, swimming, horse riding, golf and fishing are all favourite activities, with local attractions including The Big Sheep, RHS Rosemoor and Hartland Abbey. 

Weekly guide price:
£560 to £1395
Short breaks from £80 per night

5  |   3  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

51.179439, -4.211508

Some properties say "beachfront" even when they are miles from the sand, but Sunnycliffe lives up to the description, being just across the road from Combesgate Beach, and only a short walk from Barricane Beach. As if that was not enough, Woolacombe Beach is around a 20-minute walk away, giving guests the best of the North Devon Heritage Coast to enjoy. Walk the South West Coast Path or cycle the Tarka Trail. There are museums, country houses and gardens to explore, and countless pubs, cafes and restaurants serving delicious food and drink. There is space for six guests to stay in three bedrooms, making Sunnycliffe a perfect self-catering base for families and friends.

Weekly guide price:
£530 to £1870

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

51.155262, -4.109380

Sitting alongside the fishing lake, Lake View Cottage is a popular choice for a family holiday and sleeps up to six guests in three bedrooms. Located at Lower Aylescott Farm on the edge of the North Devon village of West Down (with a very good pub serving food and a shop), the cottage is a great self-catering base for exploring the North Coast of Devon with its glorious beaches and the areas many attractions. Guests can enjoy plenty of space inside and out for relaxing, a log burner for winter breaks, on-site fishing and lovely walks with Exmoor National Park within easy reach.

Weekly guide price:
£350 to £1050

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Friday

52.071617, -4.296941

Stallion Valley Mill is a luxury holiday cottage providing very dog friendly self catering accommodation in West Wales. Converted from a barn in 2009, this luxury holiday cottage sleeps 6 in 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 upstairs and one down. It has 2 bathrooms one downstairs with a bath with shower over and a luxury shower room up stairs. The spacious lounge diner & kitchen has french doors to the garden, and a wood burner. Traditional features of this holiday cottage include exposed beams, stone, & pine floors which have been enhanced with the modern luxury conveniences of under floor & central heating, double glazing and a fully equipped kitchen.  Holiday in West Wales, Stallion Valley is surrounded by fields and set in private grounds, 3.5 acres of mature woodland and ponds. Enjoy the local West Wales wildlife, red kites, woodpeckers, buzzards, nuthatches, duck, bats and squirrels. We are less than 30 minutes away from New Quay, Aberaeron & other award winning West W

Weekly price:
Please enquire with owner

6  |   3  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

55.131257, -2.973319

Broomholm Manor is a luxurious holiday home in the Scottish Borders like no other. Set within a discretly private estate near Langholm, this magnificent property boasts elegant interiors and sprawling grounds, with exclusive access to the River Esk for world-class trout and salmon fishing rights for guests. It comfortably hosts up to 16 guests in seven lavish bedrooms, and for larger groups, Garend Cottage adds space for four more, bringing the total to 20. Langholm is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise, offering fishing, walking, and golf. Nearby attractions like Gilnockie Tower and Samye Ling Monastery promise unforgettable exploration, while bespoke services ensure an exceptional stay.

Weekly guide price:
£7350 to £10196
Short breaks from £1050 per night

16  |   8  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible