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Holiday Cottages by a River

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A charming, stone-built cottage resting in Clapham, North Yorkshire. Woodburning stove. Open-plan. Enclosed garden. Countryside views. Settle 7.2 miles; Ingleton 7.6 miles; Skipton 22.1 miles. (Ref. 1067832)

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7 nights from £498

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A well-presented, three-bedroom apartment resting within Kingsbridge. Open-plan living. WiFi. Pub within 0.1 mile. Salcombe 5 miles; Dartmouth 12 miles. (Ref. 1008483)

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7 nights from £615

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This delightful stone cottage rests on the outskirts of East Allington, Devon. Open-plan living. Off-road parking. Kingsbridge 4 miles. (Ref. 1016505)

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7 nights from £446

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Mimosa is a superb, two-storey property resting in Dawlish, Devon. Close to amenities and a beach. Enclosed garden. Smart TV. Near Dartmoor National Park. Teignmouth 3.3 miles; Exeter 13.9 miles; Exmouth 20.3 miles (Ref. 1112964)

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7 nights from £496

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Immaculate detached cottage in secluded countryside. Superb quality, large garden, hot tub. Near coast and ideal for walking, cycling or touring. Bookable with Ref 12682 to sleep 8. Oban 10 miles. (Ref. 12167)

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7 nights from £742

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Skylight Retreat, a beautiful stone cottage near the stunning village of Ingleton, in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Couple's retreat. Valley views. Bentham 4.8 miles; Kirkby Lonsdale 8.2 miles; Settle 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1143327)

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7 nights from £401

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A delightful, single-storey annexe resting rurally in Middleton-In-Teesdale, Durham. Countryside views. In AONB. Romantic. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Barnard Castle 10.4 miles. (Ref. 1124851)

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7 nights from £375

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Lower Walreddon Barn is a beautifully-presented, detached barn conversion nestled in Tavistock, Devon. Open-plan. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Countryside. Plymouth 15 miles; Okehampton 18 miles. (Ref. 1142771)

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7 nights from £955

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A lovely stone-built barn conversion on a working farm, in a delightful, rural location with superb views and numerous scenic walks from the doorstep. WiFi. Ruthin 9.6 miles. (Ref. 17683)

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7 nights from £455

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Shire’s End is an underground pod situated on the owner’s working farm on the outskirts of Ludlow and the Shropshire border. Romantic dwelling. Underfloor heating. WiFi. Tenbury 5.3 miles. (Ref. 1094445)

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7 nights from £552

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Alfresco Lodge is a charming, single-storey cottage nestled in White Cross Bay holiday park in Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria. Smart TV. Electric fire. Windermere 1.7 miles; Ambleside 2.8 miles. (Ref. 1089012)

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7 nights from £561

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Set on the banks of the River Arrow is this lovely characterful cottage. With latched doors and black and white beams, this is a charming base. Pet-friendly, open fire, woodburning stove. Leominster 5 miles. (Ref. 955518)

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7 nights from £667

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A semi-detached, cottage on the grounds of Craigievar Caslte, near Alford in Aberdeenshire. Ideal for friends. Woodburning stove. All-ground-floor. Off-road parking. Alford 5.4 miles; Aberdeen 27.4 miles. (Ref. 1060432)

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7 nights from £362

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A charming detached ground floor cottage in the village of Eckington, close for exploring the Cotswolds. Woodburner. Romantic retreat. Pershore 3.9 miles. (Ref. 996204)

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7 nights from £400

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An end-terrace cottage resting on the outskirts of Richmond. Pet-friendly. River close by. Barnard Castle 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1051475)

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7 nights from £397

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This detached cottage is based in the town of Laugharne in South Wales. Woodburning stove. Perfect for families. Tenby 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1019388)

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7 nights from £517

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A semi-detached cottage on banks of River Wye in the grounds of Glaslyn Estate. Comfortable accommodation ideal for family holiday or fisherman's weekend. Rhayader 2.6 miles. (Ref. 22181)

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7 nights from £377

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Charming stone-built cottage in Newhouses. Beamed ceilings, flagged floors and multi-fuel stove. Garden with views of Pen-y-Ghent. Settle 6 miles. (Ref. 1198)

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7 nights from £344

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Charming first-floor apartment nestled in the city of Ely, in East Cambridgeshire. Off-road parking. WiFi. Shop and pub 0.2 miles. (Ref. 997878)

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7 nights from £414

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A traditional 17th century stone annexe resting in the small village of Sutton, a few miles from Nassington. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Peterborough 6.9 miles. (Ref. 1024589)

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7 nights from £476

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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!