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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Litton Hall Barn Cottage is a charming stone cottage in Litton, North Yorkshire, with a woodburning stove and beautiful countryside surroundings. Grassington 10.2 miles; Malham 11 miles; Pateley Bridge 20.6 miles. (Ref. 1197634)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • €267 off - Fri 24th Jul to 31st Jul 2026


for 7 nights €779

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Nempnett Farmhouse is a well-presented farmhouse resting in Nempnett Thrubwell near Blagdon, Somerset. Pet-friendly. Near AONB. Hot tub. Eco-friendly. Bristol 12 miles; Weston-Super-Mare 15.7 miles; Bath 18.8 miles. (Ref. 1151124)

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


for 7 nights €1604

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This superb detached lodge is situated in Bamburgh, Northumberland. WiFi. Multi-fuel stove. En-suite. Seahouses 3 miles; Alnwick 12 miles. (Ref. 1002945)

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


for 7 nights €1250

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Bank Barn - Wreay is a magnificent barn conversion within extensive grounds with panoramic mountainous views towards Lake Ullswater, in Wreay, Cumbria. Penrith 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1160532)

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


for 7 nights €2213

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Hepple Hill Cottage, a charming, three-bedroom holiday home rests in Edmundbyers near Blanchland, County Durham. In an AONB. Off-road parking. Enclosed gardens. Countryside views. Edmundbyers 0.3 miles; Durham 22 miles. (Ref. 1132410)

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


for 7 nights €599

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Old Cartshed | Yr Hen Gwt Cart, a glorious reverse-level rural retreat in Llangernyw, near Eryri National Park, with a woodburning stove, and hot tub. Colwyn Bay 10.5 miles; Llandudno 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1197661)

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


for 7 nights €595

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

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Backlands Farmhouse is a charming holiday cottage nestled in the seaside village of Charmouth, along the Jurassic Coast. Close to beach and amenities. Lyme Regis 3 miles; Axminster 5.6 miles; Bridport 6.8 miles. (Ref. 1149648)

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


for 7 nights €743

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming ground-floor annex resting in the village of Diddlebury. Great location. Ideal for families. Craven Arms 4.8 miles; Ludlow 8.8 miles. (Ref. 961681)

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


for 7 nights €522

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Old Pump House is an incredible Victorian pump house resting in Annesley, near Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. Historic property. Near National Park. Hot tub. Kirkby in Ashfield 3.7 miles; Nottingham; Peak District National Park 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1143808)

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


for 7 nights €2539

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A pretty, stone-built cottage overlooking the River Sett, in Hayfield village. WiFi. En-Suite. Pub and shop within 0.1 miles. Buxton 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1007439)

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


for 7 nights €1028

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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A fabulous, characterful holiday home resting near Stake Pool in Lancashire. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Character features. Ground-floor living. Garstang 7.3 miles; Lancaster 11 miles; Blackpool 13.6 miles; Preston 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1071076)

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


for 7 nights €1222

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A quaint, reverse-level cottage resting amongst the countryside beauty of Cumbria, in close reach of the historic town of Appleby-in-Westmorland. Characterful. En-suites. Multi-fuel stove. Smart TV. WiFi. Kirkby Stephen 7.7 miles; Penrith 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1039951)

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


for 7 nights €764

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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A luxurious barn-conversion resting near Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire. Dog-friendly. Family-friendly. Character features. Woodburning stove. Grassington 11.7 miles; Ripon 14.7 miles; Harrogate 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1120315)

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


for 7 nights €1174

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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An inviting, two-bedroom thatched cottage resting in the hamlet of Ottinge near Lyminge, Kent. Two bedrooms. Electric fire. Child-friendly. Elham 1.1 miles; Folkestone 7.4 miles. (Ref. 1133229)

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


for 7 nights €530

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful cottage nestled in the historic market town of Kirkby Lonsdale. Woodburning stove. Ideal for families. Off-road parking. Patio. Kendal 12.4 miles. (Ref. 926573)

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


for 7 nights €764

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Rose Cottage is a detached, stone-built cottage resting in the heart of Ambleside, Lake District. Idyllic riverside setting. Underfloor heating. Child-friendly. Grasmere 3.9 miles; Windermere 4.9 miles. (Ref. 1118364)

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


for 7 nights €1357

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely detached stone cottage, sitting in the village of Mickleton. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Family-friendly. Middleton-In-Teesdale 2.1 miles; Barnard Castle 8.5 miles (Ref. 1040616)

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


for 7 nights €863

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A stunning detached cottage resting in Cirencester Gloucestershire. Cotswold location. Near beach. Enclosed courtyard. Bibury 9.3 miles; Stroud 16.2 miles; Cheltenham 19.1 miles; Gloucester 22.6 miles (Ref. 1075424)

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


for 7 nights €584

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Lydgate Cottage is an original cottage sitting in the heart of Eyam, Derbyshire. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Near amenities. In National Park. Tideswell 5.2 miles; Bakewell 6.8 miles. (Ref. 1066992)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights €952

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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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
  • €162 off - Fri 30th Oct to 6th Nov 2026

  • €1162 off - Tue 22nd Dec to 29th Dec 2026

  • €687 off - Tue 29th Dec 2026 to 5th Jan 2027


for 7 nights €1678