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Holiday Cottages With Character

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A courtyard with grass and flower beds surrounded by stone buildings with tiled roofs at Beaconsfield Cottage Burniston near Scalby
39
Burniston near Scalby, North Yorkshire, YO13
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A stunning, single-storey barn conversion resting in Burniston near Scalby in North Yorkshire. Off-road parking. Family-friendly. En-suites. Ground-floor living. Scarborough 3.6 miles; Whitby 16 miles. (Ref. 1109246)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £809

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A living room with green sofas a gray armchair a wood stove a television and a dining table near a large window at Little Orme View in Llandudno
33
Llandudno, Conwy, LL30
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Beautiful coastal apartment within walking distance from the beach and local amenities of Llandudno. Three spacious, light-filled bedrooms. TV with Freeview, Wii and DVD player. WiFi. On street parking for several cars. Conwy 4 miles. (Ref. 958492)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £515

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A white house with a stone arch entrance and a garage near the sea with trees and a pink flowering bush at Rocklyn Lodge in Donaghadee
30
Donaghadee, County Down, BT21
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Rocklyn Lodge is a delightful, detached, townhouse nestled by the sea in Donaghadee, County Down. Balcony. Sea views. off-road parking. Near beach. Bangor 6.3 miles; Belfast 20 miles. (Ref. 1151887)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £716

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A stone house with white doors and windows and a stone pathway with grass at Neddy House in Grinton near Reeth
32
Grinton near Reeth, Yorkshire Dales, DL11
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Neddy House is a characterful, Grade II listed home resting in Grinton near Reeth, North Yorkshire. Games room. In National Park. Pet-friendly. Rural. Leyburn 7 miles; Richmond 10 miles; Barnard Castle 15.1 miles; Kirkby Stephen 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1144732)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £1465

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A stone house with fenced yard in green fields near a viaduct at Three Peaks Barn in Chapel-Le-Dale
54
Chapel-Le-Dale, Yorkshire Dales - South, LA6
  • Sleeps13
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Stunning farmhouse cottage near Ribblehead Viaduct with range of original features. Hot tub. Pool table. Luxury living. Open-plan. Ingleton 6 miles. (Ref. 1163091)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £2400

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A garden with green grass and a stone house with wooden chairs and a table at Willow Barn in Shapwick
27
Shapwick, Somerset, TA7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A gorgeous renovated cottage resting on the grounds of the owner's property within the village of Shapwick, Somerset. Stylish interiors. Original Features. Outstanding countryside views. Glastonbury 7.1 miles; Burnham-on-Sea 13 miles; Yeovil 18.8 miles (Ref. 1061367)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £612

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Two horses grazing in a green field with a small house and trees in the background at Palace Bungalow in St Weonards
36
St Weonards, Herefordshire, HR2
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A wonderful single-storey property resting in St. Weonards near Peterstow, Herefordshire. Pet-friendly. Countryside views. Private grounds. Ground-floor living. Enclosed garden. Ross-on-Wye 10.8 miles; Hereford 11.3 miles; Ledbury 21 miles. (Ref. 1123808)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £443

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A stone cottage with a gravel driveway and a lawn under a blue sky at Wellfield Cottage in Sennen
38
Sennen, Cornwall, TR19
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A wonderful two-bedroom, detached bungalow resting in Sennen, Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Large garden. Smart TV. Near a beach. Land’s End 2.8 mile; St Just 4.1 miles; Penzance 8.4 miles. (Ref. 1097585)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £525

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A stone house with multiple windows and a gravel driveway behind metal gates with a stone wall and green grass at Shortner Croft in Biggin near Ashbourne
24
Biggin near Ashbourne, Peak District, SK17
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Lovely single-storey cottage, with large enclosed garden, in the pretty Peak District village of Biggin-by-Hartington. Surrounded by beautiful countryside with plenty of walking and cycling opportunities. Buxton 12 miles. (Ref. 931808)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £480

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An outdoor patio area with a picnic table, potted plants, and a building with brick and wood exterior at Keepers Cottage in West Knoyle
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West Knoyle, Wiltshire, BA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £681

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A stone cottage with small windows and a wooden door with a gravel driveway and trees in the background at Limers Cottage in Flagg near Buxton
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Flagg near Buxton, Peak District, SK17
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A stunning converted old cattle barn resting in the village of Flagg. Scenic setting. WiFi. Longnor 5.6 miles; Bakewell 5.9 miles; Buxton 8.2 mile. (Ref. 1040763)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £489

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An outdoor patio with a glass table, four chairs, a large umbrella, and plants surrounding the area at 2 Dartmouth House in Dartmouth
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Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A superb ground-floor apartment with terrace resting in Dartmouth, Devon. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Near a beach. Kingswear2.5 miles; Paignton 8.2 miles; Totnes 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1072178)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £687

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An old stone and brick building with arched windows and a black iron fence around it at The Miners Hall Retreat in Stanley County Durham
107
Stanley, County Durham, County Durham, DH9
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1683

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An exterior view of a house with a red roof and stone walls at The Old House, Balure Lismore
26
Lismore, Argyll, PA34
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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The Old House is a stylish single-storey house in the island of Lismore, Argyll and Bute, this romantic retreat offers a woodburning stove and allows pets. Port Appin 4.1 miles; Oban 12.9 miles; Glencoe 23.4 miles. (Ref. 1171202)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £472

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A living room with exposed wooden beams a brick fireplace colorful patterned sofa and a television at 3 The Almshouse in Peasenhall
26
Peasenhall, Suffolk, IP17
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A terraced 16th century cottage resting in Peasenhall, Suffolk. . Pet-friendly. Rural location. Framlingham 5.5 miles; Saxmundham 6.6 miles; Aldeburgh 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1143638)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £478

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A view of a brick house behind a stone wall and open gate with a driveway at Malthouse Farm in Heacham
73
Heacham, Norfolk, PE31
  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Malthouse Farm is a stunning farmhouse located in the town of Heacham in Norfolk. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Close to local amenities. Near the coast. Hunstanton 3 miles; Fakenham 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1159605)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1538

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A house with a patio area and a wooden gazebo on a lawn at Royal Oak House in Motcombe
98
Motcombe, Dorset, SP7
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Royal Oak House is a striking detached house with a heated swimming pool, barbecue, and 2-acre garden, located in the village of Motcombe in Dorset. Shaftesbury 3.3 miles; Stonehenge 22.9 miles; Salisbury 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1060629)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room


for 7 nights £2397

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A stone house with four windows a wooden door a small table and chairs outside at Church Cottage in Barnard Castle
30
Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Character, semi-detached Grade II listed cottage in Barnard Castle. Ideal for families and friends alike. WiFi, pet-friendly. Great base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales. Caldwell 9 miles. (Ref. 931727)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £376

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A cottage with tiled roof gravel driveway wooden fences and green lawn at Postbox Cottage in Feltwell
22
Feltwell, Norfolk, ip26
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A characterful stone-fronted cottage resting in Feltwell, Norfolk. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities. Enclosed garden. Brandon 6.1 miles; Thetford 15 miles; Bury St Edmunds 21.3 miles; King's Lynn 22.9 miles. (Ref. 1066215)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £404

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A stone house with a driveway and two large trees on a grassy lawn at Blossom Hill near Witney
60
near Witney, Oxfordshire, OX29
  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Blossom Hill is a glorious single-storey home near Witney, Oxfordshire with a games room, enclosed garden, woodburning stove and travel cots available. Oxford 17.4 miles; Bibury 18.2 miles; Stow-on-the-Wold 21.3 miles; Bourton-on-the-Water 22.6 miles. (Ref. 1166289)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £3421

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Please find below a selection of self catering holiday cottages with character. These cottages are typified by exposed beams, original fireplaces, unusual brickwork and other interesting features. If you already know where you would like to go on holiday - for example, St Davids, Pembrokeshire, The Cotswolds etc - please use the map to find character cottages in that area. As well as these properties, we'd highly recommend taking a look at these stunning Grade II listed cottages as well for even more ideas and inspration.