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A beautiful, detached Victorian property resting on the outskirts of Hawkshead, Lake District. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Ample off-road parking. Ambleside 5.2 miles; Windermere 9 miles. (Ref. 1064472)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 5% off - Fri 31st Oct to 7th Nov 2025


for 7 nights £1554

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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This stunning, split-level holiday home rests in Bridford near Moretonhampstead, Devon. In a National Park. On a working farm. Exposed beams and stone wall. Chagford 10 miles; Exeter 11.9 miles; Tavistock 24.4 miles. (Ref. 1101840)

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


for 7 nights £635

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

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The Barn, St. Minver is a charming reverse-level barn conversion resting in St Minver, Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Close to a beach. Woodburning stove. Rock 2.3 miles; Polzeath 2.3 miles; Port Isaac 5.5 miles. (Ref. 1083624)

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


for 7 nights £920

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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8 East Kilbride is a wonderfully-presented, two-bedroom property resting near Eriskay, Outer Hebrides. Open-plan. Dog-friendly. Stunning views. Daliburgh 6 miles; Lochboisdale 8.8 miles; Lochcarnan 23.6 miles. (Ref. 1121434)

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


for 7 nights £828

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Burrows is a luxury, detached, Grade II listed holiday home in Venn Ottery near Sidmouth, Devon. Hot tub. EV charging. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Sidmouth 5.4 miles; Exeter 11.1 miles. (Ref. 1152598)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1196

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A lovely three-bedroom renovated property resting in Pitlochry, Perthshire. Off-road parking. Private garden. Close to a river. Perth 26.2 miles. (Ref. 1122807)

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


for 7 nights £634

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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A magnificent apartment resting within Fyvie Castle in Fyvie, near Rothienorman, Aberdeenshire. Four storeys. Beautiful castle grounds. Private parking. Inverurie 14.2 miles; Newburgh 20.9 miles; Aberdeen 26.7 miles. (Ref. 1060429)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 10% off - Wed 22nd Oct 2025 to 5th Jan 2026


for 7 nights £1136

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes
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Hebog is a delightful house in the village of Beddgelert in Gwynedd, boasting a Smart TV, electric fire, allows pets, and has stunning mountain views. Porthmadog 7.6 miles; Caernarfon 12.9 miles. (Ref. 1097050)

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


for 7 nights £711

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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The Barn is a fantastic single-storey cottage tucked away on the rural outskirts of Riding Mill near Corbridge, Northumberland, with a woodburning stove. Hexham 5.4 miles; Newcastle 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1174456)

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


for 7 nights £490

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A traditional detached cottage nestled in tranquil farmland in the village of Hummer near Trent. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Yeovil 4.1 miles; Shaftesbury 20.3 miles; West Bay 24.8 miles. (Ref. 1070465)

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


for 7 nights £1087

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A lovely terraced cottage situated in the vibrant city of York, North Yorkshire. WiFi. Spacious rooms. Off-road parking. Leeds 25 miles. (Ref. 999118)

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


for 7 nights £735

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A charming detached farmhouse, nestled in the pretty rural village of Rhos-Goch, near Amlwch, in Anglesey. Woodburner. Country views. Enclosed gardens. Amlwch 4 miles. (Ref. 949893)

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


for 7 nights £1225

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.2

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A stunning, semi-detached home situated in Lymington, Hampshire. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Games room. Lyndhurst 8.1 miles; Christchurch 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1115304)

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


for 7 nights £1030

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

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A delightful barn conversion close to the centre of Masham. Light and airy cottage with WiFi, a wet room and underfloor heating. Fantastic walking and cycling. Pub and shops nearby. Ripon 10 miles. (Ref. 916222)

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


for 7 nights £390

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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A lovely two-bedroom bungalow resting on a working farm in Rathfriland, County Down. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Open fire. Barbecue. Newry 10.6 miles; Downpatrick 21.6 miles; Armagh 26.2 miles. (Ref. 1108603)

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


for 7 nights £482

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Lovely, detached 18th century cottage with character beams, inglenook fireplace and woodburner. Perfect location for walking, cycling and fishing. Ideal choice for families. Herne Bay 5 miles. (Ref. 28653)

  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £413

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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The Annex is a pleasant, single-storey annex situated in Willington, Wrexham, boasting a woodburning stove, barbecue, and ample off-road parking. Wrexham 12.4 miles; Chester 18.4 miles; Tarporley 20.8 miles; Shrewsbury 24 miles. (Ref. 1173614)

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


for 7 nights £422

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Ridge House is a luxury, three-storey house overlooking Lake Windermere near Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, boasting a cinema, games room, and boathouse. Windermere Train Station 4.8 miles; Ambleside 9 miles; Kendal 10.9 miles. (Ref. 1165746)

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


for 7 nights £6088

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A fantastic, detached holiday home in Pitmedden, Aberdeenshire. Dog-friendly. Hot tub. Enclosed, rear garden. Off-road parking. Ellon 5.1 miles; Aberdeen 15 miles; Peterhead 22.8 miles. (Ref. 1123197)

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


for 7 nights £942

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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.