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Holiday Cottages by a River

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Gorgeous, single-storey, barn conversion, one of two on site. Rural location on borders of West Wiltshire and Dorset. En-suite facilities to both bedrooms. Mere 3 miles. (Ref. 1019004)

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7 nights from €545

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A charming ground floor cottage resting in the bustling village of Morfa Bychan, North Wales. Pet-friendly. Central location. Close to the coast. Porthmadog 2.2 miles. Criccieth 6.1 miles. Harlech 11.4 miles. (Ref. 1050134)

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7 nights from €561

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Lime Tree Cottage is a beautiful, stone-front property resting in Winton near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. Near Yorkshire Dales National Park. Pet-friendly. Appleby-in-Westmorland 9.8 miles; Sedbergh 16 miles; Barnard Castle 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1142983)

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7 nights from €596

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Wren Cottage is a beautifully-presented holiday abode in the picturesque, medieval town of Stratford-upon-Avon. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Warwick 10.4 miles; Royal Leamington Spa 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1154408)

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7 nights from €660

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The Granary is a wonderful , detached barn conversion in Barwick near Yeovil, Somerset. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Countryside views. Garden. Sherborne 5.9 miles; Glastonbury 17 miles (Ref. 1153697)

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7 nights from €651

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Larl Cottage is a wonderful holiday home resting in the heart of Middleton-in-Teesdale, a market town in County Durham. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Barnard Castle 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1139324)

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7 nights from €410

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2 Studley Gardens is a nicely-presented holiday home in the beautiful seaside town of Lyme Regis, Dorset. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Charmouth 3 miles; Axminster 5.3 miles; Sidmouth 15.8 miles. (Ref. 1141734)

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7 nights from €789

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A contemporary, raised chalet with riverside views, settled on the outskirts of Farndon, Cheshire. Close to river. Open plan. Off-road parking. Romantic. Stylish. Holt 1.5 miles; Chester 9.5; Prestatyn 36.2 miles. (Ref. 1131878)

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Yr Hen Stabal is a characterful, three-bedroom cottage resting rurally in Llanwnda near Bontnewydd, Gwynedd. Family-friendly. Near beach. Woodburning stove. Caernarfon 4.5 miles; Llanberis 10.5 miles; Bangor 13.3 miles. (Ref. 1142139)

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7 nights from €568

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8 Nicholas Court is an inviting, three-storey holiday home set in a quiet area of Chester city centre, Cheshire. Off-road parking. Close to amenities. Liverpool 20.8 miles; Manchester 40.7 miles. (Ref. 1144559)

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7 nights from €698

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Raphael House, a lovely holiday cottage with extensive sea views resting in the coastal town of Burry Port, Sir Gaerfyrddin. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Near beach. Sea views. Kidwelly 4.4 miles; Llanelli 5.3 miles; Carmarthen 13.6 miles. (Ref. 1142898)

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7 nights from €703

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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 €529

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Waters Edge is a wonderful, three-storey holiday home resting in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Dog-friendly. Family-friendly. In a National Park. Woodburning stove. Chatsworth 4.4 miles; Matlock 8.4 miles; Buxton 11.8 miles. (Ref. 1151669)

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7 nights from €626

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Riverdale House is a beautifully-presented three-storey abode resting in Linton, a quaint village in North Yorkshire. Countryside. Smart TV. Dishwasher. Grassington 0.6 miles; Skipton 8.5 miles; Ilkley 17.9 miles. (Ref. 1142420)

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7 nights from €597

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Southbank is a superb, Grade II Listed abode situated on the rural outskirts of Bath, Somerset. Pet-friendly. Near shop. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Bristol 11.2 miles; Glastonbury 26.1 miles. (Ref. 1152472)

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7 nights from €948

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Sylvannah, a beautifully-presented holiday home is located in the stunning spa town of Buxton. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Close to Peak District National Park. Tideswell 7.1 miles; Bakewell 11.6 miles; Matlock 20 miles. (Ref. 1077186)

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7 nights from €448

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Thames Retreat, a lovely annex situated in the beautiful village of Wraysbury, Berkshire. Couple's retreat. Peaceful location. Close to amenities. Windsor 4.9 miles; Maidenhead 13.1 miles; London 22.7 miles. (Ref. 1151367)

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7 nights from €579

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Dalegarth Hall Farm Cottage 2 is a delightful holiday home situated in Boot, Eskdale, a quaint parish in Cumbria. In National Park. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Eskdale 1.9 miles; Gosforth 7.3 miles; Seascale 9.9 miles; Wasdale Head 11.5 miles. (Ref. 1135824)

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7 nights from €769

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Chalet 151 is a friendly, single-storey lodge located on a holiday park in Clarach Bay, along the glorious Ceredigion coast. Near beach. Off-road parking. Borth 5.1 miles; Aberaeron 18 miles. (Ref. 1154849)

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7 nights from €384

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The Miners Hall, a breathtaking converted chapel located in the quaint town of Stanley, County Durham. Stained-glass windows. Hot tub. Sauna. Jukebox. Durham 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 11 miles; Sunderland 17.3 miles. (Ref. 1128283)

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7 nights from €1380

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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!