The Shropshire Hills are heavenly, especially when you stay in a self-catering holiday cottage as lovely as In the Hills. Surrounded by gardens and with panoramic views, this one-bedroom cottage is ideal for two but can accommodate four people when you use the double sofa-bed. It's in the quiet hamlet of Priest Weston, within a short walk of the Miners Arms pub and close to other amenities at Churchstoke. The Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is on the doorstep, and Offa's Dyke, Shrewsbury, Ironbridge, and Ludlow are all within easy reach.
Just a stone's throw from the beach - listen to the sound of the waves lapping up the slipway in this delightful cottage. Catboat Cottage is a gorgeous 200-year-old holiday home, a short stroll from pubs, cafés and shops. The former fisherman's cottage is on one of the oldest streets in Appledore and the South West Coastal path goes past the front door. Sleeping eight guests in four bedrooms, it has loads of family-friendly touches that make it especially popular with families and groups. Lovingly restored to provide all the modern conveniences that make a holiday home special. Its many original period features add to its charm, character and cosiness. Highlights... Only seconds from the beach 4 individually styled bedrooms, one on the ground floor 3 bathrooms including one en suite Well-equipped kitchen and separate dining room Enclosed south-facing garden Located in the heart of the village - within easy walking distance to the shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs Dog friendly Sleeps up to 8 plus an infant Appledore is so much more than just a traditional bucket and spade destination. The local area is renowned as a haven for creativity. Numerous independent galleries and artisan workshops offer a wonderfully eclectic mix of arts and crafts. Some artists exhibit in shops and markets, others have open studios in their own front room. In addition to the wonderful cafés and delicatessen, you also have choice of individual shops ranging from antiques, gifts and clothing to hand-made chocolates. Winding narrow lanes adorned with quaint fisherman's cottages pair with lovely views across to Instow, making the historic village so unique. They say the best things come in small packages and Appledore is a perfect example. Whatever your passions, there’s always something to appeal in this delightful coastal village. A perfect location for a relaxing holiday in North Devon, where local attractions include The Big Sheep and RHS Rosemoor and spectacular beaches, rolling countryside, and miles of footpaths and cycling routes. Who doesn't love a holiday by the coast? PARKING: Due to the age of the cottages in Irsha Street, there is no on-site parking. However, residents can load/unload shopping and passengers outside before parking.Free on-street parking can be found nearby (25 yds away), linked by a small public footpath adjacent to the cottage. 3 Pay & Display car parks - 2 are 160 yards away, the 3rd is 800 yards away. All offer hourly, daily and weekly parking or you can purchase a tourist permit online. (This can be used in other Torridge district car parks). Please contact me for prices.The Quay car park offers parking free of charge 6pm-8am. Blue Badge holder bays are available as well as charging facilities for electric vehicles.
The best of the Peak District National Park, Cheshire and Staffordshire are all within reach of Allmore Cottage. Surrounded by 14-acres of grounds, which include a coarse fishing pond, visitors can spend their days discovering the many attractions of the Peak District, relaxing or fishing on-site and walking for miles through beautiful countryside. The pet-friendly holiday cottage is light and spacious with a relaxing king-sized bedroom, cosy log burner and sunny conservatory, as well as a home gym and all the peace a couple could wish for. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
Under occupancy discounted stays available for 2-4 guests. Award winning luxury self-catering holiday cottage that has been featured as one of the top places to stay by The Telegraph. Puddle Duck Cottage is located in the heart of the Ironbridge Gorge, Shropshire which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the World’s first cast iron bridge and birthplace of the industrial revolution, featuring 10 award winning museums.
White Styles, a fabulous bungalow located near Marloes Sands, in the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Offering 3 bedrooms to sleep 6 guests and set in its own private gardens, this spacious, detached bungalow is a marvellous family escape and an ideal base for walking, cycling, diving and wild swimming. There are pubs and cafes in nearby Dale, Marloes & St. Ishmaels alongside supermarkets in nearby towns. The spaceEntering the property via the front door, into the spacious hallway which is the centre of this large property. Straight ahead is the main living room, with comfortable sofas, a stylish, contemporary wood burner and 42” Smart TV, for relaxing any time of day. There are countryside views for miles and there is a handy door straight onto the garden patio where you can sit and enjoy listening to music playing on the Bluetooth sound system just inside or watch the wildlife in the distance. To the right of the hallway is the large family kitchen with a
This large holiday let, sleeps 15 - 17 in 7 bedrooms (10 in separate beds). One double ensuite, three more double bedrooms, a family room (double and two singles), two kings/twins with a spare daybed. The three other shower/bathrooms are plenty to service the other six bedrooms.
With two double bedrooms and a pretty English cottage garden, Sticky End is perfect for a romantic break or friends who want somewhere peaceful to stay while exploring Rutland and Middle England. Located in Cottesmore, a vibrant village with an amazing 27 listed buildings and an excellent pub, The Sun Inn, village shop and post office, and good chip shop. Rutland Water, Oakham, Uppingham and historic Stamford are all only a few miles away, and you can reach Leicester, Peterborough, Cambridge and Lincoln are all within a 50-minutes drive. Rutland is England’s smallest county, but it certainly doesn’t skimp on beautiful views, wonderful footpaths and cycle ways, fishing, golf, and horse riding, with Rutland Water being the jewel in the crown! Sticky End is the perfect place to start and finish every memorable day.
The sunny Lizard Peninsula is beautiful in every season, and Ben’s Cottage is a magical place from which to enjoy it. As one of four holiday rentals on Goongillings Farm, it sits on 150 private acres with direct access to the Helford River. You’re within easy reach of Truro and Falmouth and within walking distance of two pubs, cafe and village shop. The single-storey self-catering cottage has a small patio garden and sleeps four people in two bedrooms, suiting couples and families.
Ideally situated for enjoying the beautiful Isle of Skye, this waterfront holiday home is on the shore of Loch Eishort in Ord, an easy drive from the Isle of Skye Bridge. There are spectacular views from the garden and the house, comfortably furnished to sleep nine people in four bedrooms. The owners of Shore Cottage can also close off the extension to sleep smaller groups of five people in three bedrooms for a family self-catering holiday.
Cwm Cole is in the beautiful Shropshire Hills and is ideal for families, extended families and friends. It's a perfect holiday home for a walking holiday as it has three long-distance footpaths nearby, including Offa's Dyke, which you can access from the garden gate. There is room for up to ten people to sleep in five bedrooms, with a comfortably large living room with a log burner, and a spacious garden looking up to the surrounding hills. The cottage is near the quiet village of Llanfairwaterdine, a stone's throw from the River Teme and a few miles from Knighton. Bookings are available all year round.
The Forest Lodge is a unique holiday cottage in the Forest of Dean, sleeping 12 in five ensuite bedrooms. Tucked away at the end of its own forest track, this dog-friendly holiday rental blends natural textures, wood, and greenery with modern comforts. There’s a huge kitchen-diner, cosy woodburners, and an enormous fire pit in the garden for everybody to sit round. Walk to The Gamekeepers Inn less than a mile away, explore Puzzlewood and the Sculpture Trail, or canoe the River Wye at Symonds Yat. With WiFi, plenty of parking, and acres of woodland on the doorstep, this self-catering accommodation is made for relaxed group stays.
Unicorn Barn is a light, spacious holiday home with space for up to 12 people to sleep in six well-appointed bedrooms. The owners have created a place where everyone can relax in comfort, including people in wheelchairs or with limited mobility. The location close to the centre of Shottery village is perfect, being only a mile from Stratford-Upon-Avon and within walking distance of Anne Hathaway's Cottage as well as the village shops and pubs. There are miles of beautiful countryside walks nearby, while both the Malvern Hills and the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) are within a half-hour drive. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Enjoy 5-Star standard holiday accommodation at Church Farm Barn. This stylish barn conversion is furnished to a high standard and has a layout suitable for wheelchair users. The property has five well-appointed bedrooms to sleep up to 12 people, and private gardens with a covered outdoor hot tub. The cottage is in Shottery, only a mile from Stratford-Upon-Avon and within walking distance of shops, pubs and Anne Hathaway's Cottage. It is one of four fantastic self-catering properties at Church Farm and can be booked on its own or together with one or more of the other beautiful cottages to accommodate up to 34 people. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
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