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A fantastic barn conversion resting in Dinas, Gwynedd. Smart TV. Near a National Park. Off-road parking. Open-plan. Romantic. Enclosed patio. Caernarfon 3 miles; Pwllheli 18.1 miles; Blaenau Ffestiniog 28.3 miles. (Ref. 1110586)

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

7 nights from $618

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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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
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7 nights from $1224

  • 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
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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from $1101

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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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)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $1606

  • 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)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $838

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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)

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7 nights from $1526

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    5.0

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Cuckoo Pen Cottage is a stylish house located near Eastham, Worcestershire, boasting stunning countryside views, hot tub, barbecue, and woodburning stove. Ludlow 15 miles; Worcester 19.5 miles; Hereford 25.3 miles. (Ref. 1152915)

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

7 nights from $1610

  • 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)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $594

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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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)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from $658

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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A charming barrel-style pod resting in Oakenholt near Northop. Open-plan living. WiFi. Hot tub. Chester 12.2 miles; Llandudno 37 miles. (Ref. 951606)

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

7 nights from $444

  • 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)

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  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $1460

  • 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)

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7 nights from $987

  • 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)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $1645

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes
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The Sty is a charming, pet-friendly house located in Shades Farm, Wiltshire, boasting an electric fire, enclosed garden, and ample off-road parking. Cirencester 8 miles; Tetbury 12.3 miles; Chippenham 18.2 miles; Bath 34.1 miles. (Ref. 1178330)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $875

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  • 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)

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  • Off-road parking
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7 nights from $1384

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

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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)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $524

  • 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)

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

7 nights from $648

  • 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

7 nights from $555

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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

7 nights from $567

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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

7 nights from $8152

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.