Whether you are planning the hen weekend to end all hen weekends, a family celebration or want somewhere peaceful to unwind and escape from reality for a few days, Horn Cote can cater for you. This fantastic Grade II listed property sits in five private acres yet is only a ten-minute walk from the local pub, two miles from Holmfirth and just 45-minutes from Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield and Bradford. The owners excel at group stays and can help you plan a choice of activities that include on-site spa days, cocktail master classes and boot camps. With space for up to 28 adults and facilities that include a large outdoor hot tub, sauna and three separate living areas, you and your guests will find it easy to relax and have fun.
Ideally placed in the delightful Suffolk market town of Saxmundham, this welcoming Four Star Single-Storey holiday cottage provides a cosy bolt-hole for couples (one or two!) and families, and is close to Snape and the popular coastal seaside town of Aldeburgh. An ideal self-catering base for exploring the Suffolk countryside and coast, dotted with historic market towns and picturesque little villages. A great choice of pubs, restaurants and shops are conveniently located just a short stroll away from the cottage. Tourist board rating: 4 Star. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Primrose is a traditional barn conversion offering stylish self-catering accommodation for up to six guests. Enjoying a rural position amongst Cornish countryside, this stylish holiday cottage is only three miles from the popular pubs, restaurants, shops and attractions of Fowey and close to Polkerris beach. Enjoy lazy days with the sand between your toes, fabulous coastal walks and easy access to the many attractions of South Cornwall. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
A lovely converted pigsty that is in an exceptionally beautiful position on a Kentish sheep farm within an AONB on the old sea cliffs of the 'Isle of Oxney'. Ten minutes from the ancient fishing port of Rye and Tenterden, along with the expansive golden beach of Camber Sands. Great for walking and relaxing. Free WiFi. Available for only 7-14 nights bookings unless a special offer is on. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Everything about this stylish family holiday home has been chosen with your comfort in mind. Elgandy Cottage sits in the tranquil village of Llanfarian, barely three miles from Aberystwyth and a stone's throw from the beautiful Afon Ystwyth. There are gorgeous walks and bike rides from the door, including routes leading to beautiful Blue Flag beaches, into the Cambrian Mountains, and beauty spots like Devil's Bridge Falls. The cottage is perfect for families and extended families, sleeping six people in three bedrooms and having a large garden with a four-person hot tub. The cottage is available for bookings all year round.
This stylish seaside holiday cottage is a hop, skip and a jump from the sand at Trevaunance Cove and a stroll from shops, cafes and other amenities of St Agnes. Little Broghas is a contemporary holiday home built using local stone with a modern upside-down layout that suits 21st Century couples and families (with children over 10 years old accepted). It sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is perfect all year round. Surfing, swimming, walking the South West Coast Path, and cycling the Coast to Coast route are all favourite ways to enjoy this fantastic stretch of coast, and there is a good variety of attractions to suit all ages and interests.
Just a mile from the market town of Brecon on a working farm, this cosy yet spacious farmhouse comfortably accommodates self catering parties of two to ten guests. Sitting in the Brecon Beacons National Park in the small Welsh village of Llanspyddid, Meadow View is a good choice for those looking for a large holiday house from which to explore and enjoy the outdoor adventures.
Sandwiched between the Yorkshire Dales and the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and located less than two miles from the market town of Settle, this gorgeous studio apartment is perfect for couples wanting to explore the great outdoors. Enjoy walking or cycling in the beautiful countryside on your doorstep, explore the surrounding pretty villages and traditional market towns or take day trips out to sites and attractions such as Bolton Abbey, Malham Cove, and Ingleborough Cave. The Old Stables at Tipperthwaite Barn has been recently refurbished to provide a high standard of accommodation for up to two people looking to enjoy a slice of rural Yorkshire life.
A secret hideaway in the southern corner of the Snowdonia National Park, Gesail is the perfect rural retreat. With your very own woodland, streams, waterfalls and meadows to explore, it is the perfect holiday destination for families wanting to unwind. There are numerous adventurous activities on offer nearby. Or you can simply sit back and listen to streams and birdsong.
Just for two, this studio-style retreat is a good choice for those who want to spend their days exploring the North Yorkshire Moors stunning landscape and return back to a comfy base to rest of an evening. Ashfield Cottages offer a choice of holiday homes with the Garden Room being the smallest. Sitting in the village of Lockton, the cottages are close to Dalby Forest and Pickering, have superb walking on the doorstep and are within easy driving distance of the coastline for visiting Filey, Whitby and Scarborough to name just a few of the popular places.
Relax and unwind at Cowslip Cottage. This charming property is in Levisham, just a two-minute walk from an excellent pub and only six miles from Pickering. There are fantastic footpaths, cycling trails and bridleways in the area, and the owners offer secure bike storage and DIY livery so you can bring your own horse away with you should you wish. The cottage sleeps three people in two bedrooms and can, depending on availability, be booked together with neighbouring Primrose Cottage and the owner's three B&B rooms to accommodate larger groups.
Just a stone's throw from Exmoor National Park and long sandy beaches, Courtyard Cottage is set in gorgeous North Devon countryside on the outskirts of the market town of Barnstaple. Perfect for walking, cycling or surfing holidays, or simply enjoying some time out in a beautiful setting, this tastefully decorated holiday cottage is an ideal self-catering getaway for couples or small families. Sleeping four guests in two bedrooms with a wood burning stove and underfloor heating it is cosy all year round.
You'd never believe this tranquil setting is only a 25-minute drive from the outskirts of Edinburgh. Lammerlaw Farm Cottage is on a family-run farm in the Pentland Hills, 10-minutes from Biggar and 15-minutes from Carstairs. It's in a fantastic location for walking, hill walking and mountain biking, catering well for all three activities with secure storage and drying space. Two bedrooms sleep four people in 4-Star comfort that includes an enclosed garden with panoramic views. Stirling, Paisley, Ayr, Bannockburn, Glasgow, and the Scottish Borders are all within easy reach, making this an excellent holiday destination all year round. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
For those in the know, Llandudno has never been out of fashion. The stylish Victorian seaside resort has two beautiful beaches and excellent amenities, making it ideal for a family holiday by the coast in all seasons. Farsite is a spacious holiday cottage sleeping six people in three bedrooms. It's metres from West Shore's Blue Flag Beach and no more than a 10-minute stroll from North Shore and Llandudno's elegant Victorian pier. The cottage enjoys beautiful water and mountain views from indoors and the garden and is finished and furnished to a high standard.
Emma's Dairy is one of five charming self-catering properties at Alkington Grange Barns, a few miles from Whitchurch in the beautiful Shropshire countryside. It sleeps up to five guests in three comfortable bedrooms, providing facilities that include a multi-use sports court, toddler's adventure playground, wildlife walk and a woodland picnic spot, as well as a heated indoor swimming pool and a private garden. The cottage is dog friendly. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
William's Hayloft is in an idyllic location in rural Shropshire, close to Whitchurch, Grindley Brook and the Llangollen Canal, and within easy reach of places like Shrewsbury, Chester and Ironbridge Gorge. It sleeps up to six people in three bedrooms and has a layout that suits families or friends. Guests have use of excellent facilities that include a heated indoor swimming pool, wildlife area and woodland picnic spot, multipurpose sports court, and a playground just for toddlers and young children. It is one of five superb self-catering properties at Alkington Grange Barns. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
You won't know where to look first when you arrive at The Barn. Will you sit on the deck and drink in the stunning views over the Snowdonia countryside to Cardigan Bay? Or look up to the mountains and the promise of an adventure? Maybe the interiors will catch your attention, where attractive original features have been complemented by a recent refurbishment to offer a high standard of accommodation for up to four people in two bedrooms, making it perfect for family and friends. The Barn is within walking distance of a dog-friendly pub and less than three miles from Tywyn's Blue Flag Beach and the Wales Coast Path. There is always plenty to see and do when you stay at The Barn, no matter what the season.
Fall in love all over again in this gorgeous holiday cottage in the Snowdonia National Park. The Granary sits in 20 private acres less than three miles from Cardigan Bay, Tywyn beach and the Wales Coastal Path, and within walking distance of the Peniarth Arms pub in Bryncrug. It is ideal for couples, though would also suit a solo adventurer who wants easy access to beautiful footpaths, exciting mountain bike routes, golf, fishing, horse riding, bird watching and a wealth of other activities that make Snowdonia a favourite holiday destination in every season.
You'll lose your heart to The Old Farmhouse, which sits in 20 private acres and has spectacular views over the Snowdonia National Park to Cardigan Bay. The gorgeous period farmhouse has recently been refurbished and now boasts a fresh, modern interior with plenty of 21st Century luxuries that sit comfortably alongside original 17th Century features. The private garden has a heated outdoor swimming pool for guests exclusive use (between May to the end of Sept), and there are stunning walks and bike rides from the gate. With space for up to nine people to sleep in four lovely bedrooms, and the option to rent the adjoining Little Cottage sleeping an extra two, this picturesque house is perfect for families and friends.
A charming eco-friendly cottage in the Ribble Valley built to a high specification with space for up to four people to sleep in two bedrooms. Ribchester is a 10-15 minute walk away, with cafes, pubs, a park and a village shop. There are beautiful walks in the vicinity, including routes to Longridge Fell and Beacon Fell, and the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is only a few miles from the door. Dinkley Cottage is ideal for couples, small families and friends.
