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Holiday Cottages by a River

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2 Morton Cottages is a charming, two-bedroom abode settled in Winmarleigh near Garstang, Lancashire. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Lancaster 9.8 miles; Morecambe 16.8 miles. (Ref. 1141501)

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7 nights from £411

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Reyflat Barn, a wonderful rural holiday cottage resting in Raddery in the Scottish Highland. Enclosed balcony. Garden with barbecue. On a working farm. Munlochy 8.0 miles; Muir of Ord 16.4 miles. (Ref. 1149453)

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7 nights from £430

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Kelleden Cabin, a lovely holiday cabin resting just outside Germansweek, Devon. Single-storey. Open-plan. TV. Enclosed decking. Near National Park. Okehampton 8.5 miles; Holsworthy 13.4 miles; Bude 22.3 miles. (Ref. 1151347)

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7 nights from £365

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Bunny Lane is a charming detached house located in the quaint village of Cloonflyn near Ballycarra in County Mayo. WiFi. Parkland garden. No pets. Remote. Balla 5.1 miles; Castlebar 9.4 miles; Westport 17.8 miles (Ref. 1151934)

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7 nights from £435

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  • Sleeps5
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Reubens Cottage is a charming, terraced holiday home resting in Fremington, Devon. En-suite bedrooms. Close to amenities and River. Near Exmoor National Park. Yelland 0.8 miles; Barnstaple 3.8 miles; Bideford 5.8 miles. (Ref. 1138954)

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7 nights from £443

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The Nook is a charming, single-storey holiday home, resting in North Sunderland near Seahouses, Northumberland. Open-plan. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Beadnell 2.6 miles; Bamburgh 3.4 miles; Alnwick 14.1 miles. (Ref. 1149662)

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Natland Hall Cottage is a delightful, stone-built abode resting in Natland near Kendal, Cumbria. Near National Park. Near AONB. Rural location. Couple’s. Kendal 2.5 miles; Lake District National Park 5 miles; Yorkshire Dales National Park 18 miles. (Ref. 1145302)

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46 Rock Mill is a stylish, third-floor apartment located in the stunning Hope Valley, in Derbyshire. Amenities on-site. In Peak District National Park. Tideswell 5.1 miles; Bakewell 6 miles. (Ref. 1148333)

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7 nights from £360

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13 Elcho Street is a delightful first-floor apartment resting in the town of Peebles, Scottish Borders. Close to a shop and a pub. Close to golf course. Edinburgh 22.4 miles. (Ref. 1132728)

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7 nights from £423

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A traditional end-terrace cottage resting beside the River Derwent in Cockermouth, Cumbria. Open-plan living. Electric fire. River views. Bassenthwaite 7.7 miles; Keswick 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1064357)

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7 nights from £407

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The Hare, part of a former farmhouse nestled in the quiet village of Aston Juxta Mondrum near Worleston, Cheshire. Enclosed garden. Romantic retreat. Nantwich 3.8 miles; Crewe 6.8 miles; Sandbach 9.1 miles. (Ref. 1150547)

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7 nights from £395

  • Sleeps5
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Avecot Cottage, a charming holiday cottage located in the quaint village of Dunwich. WiFi. Underfloor heating. Pet-friendly. Coastal views. Close to beach. Saxmundham 10.1 miles; Lowestoft 18.5 miles; Ipswich 30.6 miles; Norwich 31.7 miles (Ref. 1149545)

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The Wonky Burrow is a stylish, lower-ground-floor apartment nestled in the outskirts of Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Windermere Train Station 1.3 miles: Ambleside 5.6 miles; Kendal 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1141446)

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7 nights from £466

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Moor View is a beautiful, luxury house situated in the lively market town of Glossop, in Derbyshire. Countryside views. Patio garden with barbecue. Buxton 15 miles. (Ref. 1146481)

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7 nights from £1039

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Stoneleigh Cottage is a charming stone cottage located in the picturesque village of Muker in Yorkshire. WiFi. No pets. In the Yorkshire Dales. Thwaite 1.3 mile; Reeth 8.9 miles; Richmond 20.1 miles. (Ref. 1151879)

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7 nights from £381

  • Sleeps5
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The Mordon is an inviting holiday home in a prime position in Newquay, Cornwall. Sea views. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Enclosed and elevated terrace. (Ref. 1142548)

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7 nights from £474

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Wells Cottage is a delightful cottage resting in a countryside setting near Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. Near National Park. Pet-friendly. Huddersfield 7.8 miles; Peak District National Park 8.2 miles. (Ref. 1130334)

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7 nights from £532

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Red Kite Hut, a charming single-storey cabin nestled in the rural outskirts of Maengwyneddd, Powys. Couple's retreat. Woodburning stove. Countryside. Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant 3.3 miles; Lake Vyrnwy 8 miles; Bala 18 miles. (Ref. 1130781)

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7 nights from £307

Adore the sound of water? Or perhaps you're a keen angler in search of a new fishing spot? Then try a cottage to rent near a river, the ideal base for a relaxing cottage getaway.

Why Riverside Holiday Cottages?

Here in the UK, we're blessed with some truly beautiful rivers, streams and waterways. If you agree, then take a look at these riverside holiday cottages. Choose a riverside holiday let to rent near many of the UK's most beloved natural waterways, from the River Tweed to Fowey River.

A holiday cottage by the river provides a great base for a variety of different holidays. If you're the adventurous type, having a riverside holiday cottage means you'll be able to indulge in all kinds of aquatic escapades. Think kayaking, rafting, canyoning and canoeing- the list goes on!

Alternatively, these riverside holiday lets prove perfect for those who are just yearning to relax with a glass of wine. Just imagine dining alfresco in the grounds of your holiday cottage on a summer's evening with nothing but the sound of the nearby river to distract you.

Places to Visit Near Cottages by the River

There is an abundance of destinations where you can enjoy riverside holiday lets. Venture to sunny Cornwall, where you can find relaxing getaways near the River Tamar, Truro River, East Looe River and beyond! Alternatively, enjoy an action-packed break in a national park, like the Peak District, where the River Derwent and River Bradford provide fantastic watersports opportunities.

Enjoy a riverside holiday of your dreams at these spots:

Devon

Lake District

Norfolk

North Wales

Types of Waterside Holidays

There are plenty of other waterside getaways to enjoy, aside from riverside holiday lets! Why not embark on a fishing holiday, where you can angle the days away? Alternatively, enjoy a holiday cottage by a canal, where walks and narrow boat experiences await.

If you still haven't found what you're looking for there are plenty of other cottages in the UK to choose from!