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Just Show Me Outstanding Cottages
Some of our rental properties really do stand out from the crowd and if there's one word to sum them up, it's 'outstanding'.
Perhaps it's an extra-special feature like a private swimming pool or hot tub - just imagine the look on your children's faces as you pull into the drive. Or an amazing interior dressed with all the designer trimmings. It could be a wonderful conversion of a chapel, a barn or other equally impressive building; somewhere altogether quirky and brimming with character. Or just the most comfortable holiday home you could think of, with every imaginable thing taken care of - logs by the grate ready to lay the fire, slippers by the bed to slip into at dawn, dog beds for the hounds, stair gates for little ones and so on.
Our 'outstanding' holiday cottages usually come in fabulous settings too - think flower-filled gardens wrapped around them with superb views of coast or countryside. They may even be situated in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
They're the kind of properties you won't want to leave, the kind that exceed all your expectations. If you're looking for somewhere truly special to stay, our 'outstanding' cottages won't fail to impress…
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Nut Cottage | Pentewan near Mevagissey | Cornwall
Delightful detached cottage close to fishing harbour of Mevagissey with exposed beams & private patio. Sandy beaches and outstanding scenery in area. St Austell 3 miles.
The Retreat | Mevagissey | Cornwall
Outstanding detached property on the outskirts of pretty Mevagissey. Secluded hot tub and gothic-style conservatory - you’ll never want to leave! Truro 16 miles.
Stargazer | Upottery near Honiton | Devon
Charming end-terrace barn conversion situated in Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering stunning views and easy access to range of visitor attractions. Honiton 4 miles.
Mulberry Cottage | Duntish near Cerne Abbas | Dorset
Charming single-storey barn conversion. Open plan accommodation. Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Dog friendly. Sherborne 9 miles.
2 Cowdea Farm | Bettiscombe near Beaminster and Bridport | Dorset
A single storey, semi detached stone barn conversion. Cosy, comfortable accommodation. Peaceful location with outstanding views. Excellent walking. Bridport 7 miles.
1 Cowdea Farm | Bettiscombe near Beaminster and Bridport | Dorset
A single storey, semi detached stone barn conversion on edge of Bettiscombe. Cosy and comfortable in peaceful location. Outstanding views, excellent walks. Bridport 7 miles.
Brook's Cottage | Duntish near Cerne Abbas | Dorset
Charming semi-detached barn conversion. Rural West Dorset location. Beamed ceilings, flagstone floors. In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Sherborne 9 miles.
Peacemere | Gillingham | Dorset
Superb detached Gillingham cottage. Rural north Dorset, outstanding views, large attractive gardens. High standard of furnishings and facilities. Lovely walks close by. Short drive to Stourhead. Gillingham 0.8 miles.
Ashley House | Piddletrenthide near Cerne Abbas | Dorset
Outstanding detached Piddletrenthide holiday cottage close to West Dorset Downs. Superb quality with open fire and outdoor swimming pool. Dorchester 8 miles.
Cliff Garden Cottage | Fairlight near Hastings | Sussex
Sussex cottage perched on cliff top in Fairlight near Hastings, outstanding sea views, ideal romantic retreat, great touring base. Hastings 5 miles.