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A stone cottage with wooden windows and doors next to a garden gate at The Cottage in Thornton Dale
19
Thornton Dale, North York Moors National Park, YO18
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A picturesque semi-detached cottage in the popular village of Thornton Dale in North Yorkshire. Pickering 3 miles. Scarborough 16 miles. (Ref. 1005042)

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


for 7 nights £389

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The entrance to a brick house with a wooden door windows and plants at The Old Church in Shiptonthorpe York
22
Shiptonthorpe, York, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO43
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A wonderfully converted church found in the village of Shiptonthorpe, near York, in East Riding of Yorkshire. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Garden. Contemporary. York 18.6 miles. (Ref. 1074396)

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


for 7 nights £524

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A narrow cobblestone street with stone houses and red flowers at Oakridge Cottage in Robin Hood's Bay
12
Robin Hood's Bay, North York Moors National Park, YO22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A romantic stone-fronted fisherman's cottage located in the picturesque fishing village of Robin Hood's Bay. Exposed beams. Woodburning stove. Whitby 5.7 miles. (Ref. 1035289)

  • Wi-fi


for 7 nights £431

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A brick cottage with a tiled roof a grass lawn a stone path and a tree at Well Cottage in Leven Near Beverley
26
Leven Near Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A well-presented, detached cottage settled in the rural village of Leven. Washing machine. Hot tub. Serene location. Hornsea 6.6 miles; Beverley 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1074045)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sky TV


for 7 nights £997

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A living room and dining area with a wooden table set with dishes and glasses a gray sofa a coffee table a lamp and white curtains at West End Bay in Morecambe
50
Morecambe, Lancashire, LA3
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

West End Bay is a characterful mid-terrace in Morecambe, Lancashire. Pet-friendly. Close to a beach. Near an AONB. Contemporary style. Off-road parking. Lancaster 4.9 miles. Lake District National Park 21.9 miles; Kendal 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1091085)

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


for 7 nights £932

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A stone cottage with a green door, two wooden chairs on a patio, and a stone wall at Ael Y Bryn in Ffestiniog
27
Ffestiniog, Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park, LL41
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming end-of-terrace, stone-fronted cottage near Ffestiniog, Gwynedd. Romantic. Dog-friendly. Hot tub. In National Park. Woodburning stove. Porthmadog 10.6 miles; Betws-y-Coed 14.1 miles; Llanberis 28.7 miles. (Ref. 1125519)

  • Wi-fi
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £492

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A white lighthouse next to a white building with a blue picket fence and gravel driveway at The Sir Peter Scott Lighthouse in Sutton Bridge
65
Sutton Bridge, Lincolnshire, PE12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This unique, Grade II listed lighthouse sits on the outskirts of Sutton Bridge, Lincolnshire. Beautiful views. Private parking. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Games room/studio. Long Sutton 6.1 miles; Terrington St. Clement 6.9 miles; Wisbech 11 miles. (Ref. 1097952)

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


for 7 nights £1124

Last booked 2 days ago
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A small stone cottage with a tiled roof and wooden door next to a patio with chairs and a table at Byre Cottage Nesscliffe near Shrewsbury
13
Nesscliffe near Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Detached stone-built barn conversion, set one mile from Nesscliffe village. Character beams and trusses. Well-equipped, open plan accommodation. Shrewsbury 8 miles. (Ref. 906694)

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


for 7 nights £317

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Stone house with multiple windows and a pale green door at Milton House in Middleham
16
Middleham, North Yorkshire, DL8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Milton House is a stunning, historic property resting in the town of Middleham, North Yorkshire. Close to a shop and pub. Near National Park. Layburn 2.2 miles; Yorkshire Dales National Park 4.1 miles; North York Moors National Park 28.3 miles. (Ref. 1148753)

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


for 7 nights £693

Last booked 8 hours ago
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A wooden cabin with a front porch and outdoor furniture surrounded by grass at Lodge 4 in South Hykeham
24
South Hykeham, Lincolnshire, LN6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Lodge 4 is a trendy lodge nestled on the popular Thorpe Park in South Hykeham, Lincolnshire. Hot tub. Open-plan living. Lake views. Decked terrace. North Hykeham 2.1 miles; Lincoln 7.1 miles. (Ref. 1123769)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £465

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A stone house with a grassy yard and patio furniture surrounded by trees at Farriers Cottage Garsdale
40
Garsdale, Yorkshire Dales, LA10
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Superb character cottage in Garsdale in the Yorkshire Dales. Woodburning stove. Two bathrooms. Lawned garden. Peaceful location. Kendal 12 miles. (Ref. 915228)

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


for 7 nights £496

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A brick building with four windows and a wooden door with stone steps and flower planters at Robins Rest in Blythe Bridge
30
Blythe Bridge, Staffordshire, ST11
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A beautiful, single-storey barn-conversion resting in Blythe Bridge, Staffordshire. Hot tub. Open-plan. Close to amenities. Stoke-on-Trent 6.9 miles; Stafford 12.5 miles; Derby 31.3 miles. (Ref. 1095824)

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


for 7 nights £494

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An outdoor patio with wooden chairs and a table overlooking the sea at Balog Farm in Amlwch
56
Amlwch, Ynys Môn / Isle of Anglesey, LL68
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Balog Farm is a wonderfully-designed, detached abode situated in Llaneilian enjoying the tranquil sea views of Anglesey. Smart TV. Ground floor living. Bull Bay 4 miles; Cemaes 7.7 miles; Holyhead 22 miles; Llangefni 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1066803)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £847

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A white house with a dark roof and stone fence next to a gravel driveway and trees at Squirrel Cottage in Kirkcolm
40
Kirkcolm, Dumfries & Galloway, DG9
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A fabulous holiday cottage in the village of Kirkcolm, Scotland. Stylish interiors. Outstanding surroundings. Woodburning stove. Stranraer 6.6 miles; Portpatrick 11.7 miles. (Ref. 1043977)

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


for 7 nights £562

Last booked 2 days ago
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Stone buildings with slate roofs and solar panels surrounded by garden and trees at Little Cow House in Pontfaen near Chirk
35
Pontfaen near Chirk, Shropshire, LL14
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A superb, three bedroom barn conversion set in the Ceiriog Valley overlooking the Chirk Aqueduct and Viaduct close to Chirk. Welcoming character property with modernised fixtures and features. Chirk 1 mile. (Ref. 929056)

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


for 7 nights £442

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A stone house with wooden windows and a garden with flowers in stone planters at Grayrigg Foot Stable in Grayrigg
38
Grayrigg, Cumbria, LA8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Stunning barn conversion. Both bedrooms en-suite. Ideally situated for Yorkshire Dales and South Lakes. WiFi. Wood burning stove. Village location. Kendal 5 minutes. (Ref. 972379)

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


for 7 nights £494

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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 £934

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An exterior view of a two-story semi-detached house with white walls and multiple windows at 4 Anglesey Road in Llandudno
30
Llandudno, Conwy, LL30
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A pretty, end-of-terrace cottage resting on the Great Orme in Llandudno with views towards Anglesey. Tranquil location. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Conwy 5.9 miles. (Ref. 1058314)

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


for 7 nights £460

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A house with a garden and trees at Bluebell Cottage in Bellamour near Rugeley
47
Bellamour near Rugeley, Staffordshire, WS15
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A contemporary, two-bedroom cottage resting in Bellamour near Rugeley, Staffordshire. Woodburning stove. Near AONB. Enclosed garden. Stylish. Hill Ridware 3.5 miles; Handsacre 5.2 miles; Lichfield 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1136738)

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


for 7 nights £424

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Stone house with wooden door and windows fronted by green lawn and gravel path at Longwell House in Selside near Kendal
43
Selside near Kendal, Lake District, LA8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A stunning semi-detached property. Fantastic views over the countryside. Two bedrooms, both with TVs. Woodburning stove. Easy access to the sights of the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Kendal 6 miles. (Ref. 30671)

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


for 7 nights £401

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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.