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Holiday Cottages by a River

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A high-end, detached cottage set in the owner’s grounds in the village of Charminster, Dorset. Romantic base. Private garden. Pet free. Dorchester 2.3 miles; Weymouth 11.4 miles. (Ref. 1134976)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from €527

  • Sleeps4
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This fantastic, two-bedroom holiday lodge rests in Winthorpe near Newark-On-Trent, Nottinghamshire. Smart TV. Enclosed decking. Ground-floor living. Open plan. Southwell 11 miles; Lincoln 16.6 miles; Nottingham 24.5 miles (Ref. 1124712)

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7 nights from €526

  • Sleeps2
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A fantastic, ground-floor apartment settled in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire. Designated parking. Enclosed front garden. Electric fire. Stow-on-the-Wold 4 miles; Moreton-in-Marsh 8.3 miles; Cheltenham 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1091741)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from €646

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    4.4

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This is a lovely second-floor apartment found in the popular coastal town of Dartmouth in Devon. Open-plan. King-size with en-suite. Dittisham 4.9 miles; Torquay 10.8 miles; Totnes 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1024486)

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7 nights from €420

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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Beautiful waterside 3 bedroom home with private patio garden overlooking the River Fowey.Amenities in walking distance. Fowey 7.5 miles; Looe 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1018047)

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7 nights from €902

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.4

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This spacious, single-storey Worcestershire holiday cottage, with its own mooring/slip way and fishing rights, has three bedrooms and is set in the peaceful village of Astley Burf in the beautiful Severn Valley. (Ref. 3823)

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7 nights from €881

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.8

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This charming, four-bedroom home rests in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. Near a National Park. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Chesterfield 9.6 miles; Doncaster 21.9 miles. (Ref. 1134637)

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7 nights from €796

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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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 €452

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Old Town Cottage, a newly refurbished one bedroom property is located in the quiet residential area of Stratford upon Avon’s Old Town, Warwickshire. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Near shop. Warwick 10.5 miles; Royal Leamington Spa 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1154600)

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7 nights from €632

  • Sleeps4
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Plot 32, a wonderfully-presented holiday caravan resting in High Hesket, Cumbria. Smart TV. Electric fire. Open-plan living space. Countryside views. Penrith 8.8 miles; Carlisle 9.3 miles; North Pennines AONB 13.3 miles. (Ref. 1154008)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from €570

  • Sleeps2
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    4.9

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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 €633

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.5

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A wonderfully compact (internally 367 sq ft), first-floor apartment settled in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire. Near amenities. Electric fire. Designated parking. Stow-on-the-Wold 4 miles; Moreton-in-Marsh 8.3 miles; Cheltenham 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1091744)

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7 nights from €652

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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This outstanding detached cottage is located in Wolsingham, County Durham. Pet-friendly. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Bishop Auckland 10.1 miles; Durham 14.1 miles; Barnard Castle 16.5 miles; Newcastle 23.3 miles. (Ref. 1059951)

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7 nights from €528

  • Sleeps2
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    5.0

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A brightly decorated property resting within the village of Burton Bradstock, Dorset. Couples retreat. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities and beach. Bridport 3.1 miles; Weymouth 15.7 miles; Dorchester 15.5 miles; Yeovil 22.4 miles. (Ref. 1118787)

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7 nights from €537

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.5

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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 €779

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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Charming, modern barn located in the Dorset village of Bere Regis. WiFi. Close to shop and pub. Off-road parking. Courtyard garden. Wareham 6 miles. (Ref. 1000906)

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7 nights from €574

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Quality, Grade II listed first floor apartment with original beams in hamlet location, near Craven Arms. En-suites, wonderful open plan living. Walks and cycle rides from the door. Craven Arms 2 miles. (Ref. 923764)

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7 nights from €441

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.4

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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 €402

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.6

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A delightful three-bedroom duplex apartment resting in Kingswear, Devon within a stones throw of the River Dart. Close to amenities. Near a beach. Contemporary. Totnes 11.8 miles. (Ref. 1063358)

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7 nights from €924

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  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
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    4.9

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A substantial, detached property set on the outskirts of the town of Highbridge, Somerset. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Pet-free. Burnham-on-Sea 3.7 miles; Weston-Super-Mare 11.2 miles. (Ref. 1132871)

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7 nights from €1039

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!