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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Blacksmith's Shop is a stunning holiday cottage situated in the seaside village of Staithes in North Yorkshire with great views and en-suite bedrooms. Whitby 10.5 miles. (Ref. 1170658)

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


for 7 nights £508

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  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Easedale Lodge is a wonderful, pet-friendly lodge resting on White Cross Bay in Windermere, Cumbria and has stunning lake views and on-site facilities. Windermere 1.7 miles; Ambleside 2.8 miles. (Ref. 1182652)

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


for 7 nights £942

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Prospect Barn is a pleasant, single-storey, and pet-friendly cottage located in West Witton, North Yorkshire, boasting an enclosed garden and Smart TV. Leyburn 3.8 miles; Middleham 5 miles; Hawes 12.8 miles; Richmond 12.8 miles; Darlington 28.7 miles. (Ref. 1171484)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
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for 7 nights £482

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Glandwr Cottage is a lovely, stone-built cottage situated beside a riverbank near Llanbedr, Gwynedd, boasting a woodburning stove and enclosed garden. Harlech 4.2 miles; Barmouth 8.8 miles. (Ref. 1169474)

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


for 7 nights £503

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Badger's Burrow is a stylish lodge on a leafy site in South Luffenham near Edith Weston, Rutland with a private hot tub, 70 inch outside TV and space for one furry-friend. Stamford 6.5 miles; Oakham 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1162740)

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


for 7 nights £592

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Seahills is a seaside-themed semi-detached house with off-road parking in Lyme Regis in Dorset, on the UNESCO Jurassic Coast. Charmouth 3.1 miles; Axminster 5.5 miles; Bridport 9.8 miles; Sidmouth 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1170157)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £515

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Coach House, a stunning, pet-friendly house nestled in the village of Holloway in Derbyshire, featuring a woodburning stove, and off-road parking. Matlock Bath 4.1 miles; Matlock 4.4 miles; Peak District National Park 9 miles. (Ref. 1161872)

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


for 7 nights £825

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This fabulous five-bedroom holiday home rests in Hay-on-Wye, Powys. Bedrooms with en-suites. Brecon 15.6 miles; Hereford 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1125474)

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


for 7 nights £1664

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Heilan Roo is a stunning, contemporary property in Killiecrankie near Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross. Close to a river. Close to a pub. Near National Park. Cairngorms National Park 3.3 miles; Blair Atholl 3.4 miles; Pitlochry 3.6 miles. (Ref. 1056397)

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


for 7 nights £2039

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Carn Brea, a pleasing studio-style annexe in the town of Redruth, Cornwall boasting a hot tub, outdoor shower, Smart TV and is near plenty of amenities. Falmouth 13.9 miles; St Ives 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1176833)

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


for 7 nights £488

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Mickle Trafford Manor is a stunning, detached manor house, full of traditional features and en-suite bedrooms resting in the gorgeous city of Chester. Liverpool 19.1 miles; Manchester 39 miles. (Ref. 1171265)

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


for 7 nights £2167

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Old Jet Workshop is a harmonious single-storey cottage in the heart of Whitby, North Yorkshire, boasting an open-plan layout and is near the beach. Robin Hood's Bay 6.2 miles; Scarborough 20.3 miles; Pickering 21.2 miles; Guisborough 22 miles. (Ref. 1173443)

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


for 7 nights £419

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This stunning detached cottage is situated in Dwygyfylchi, Wales. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Two enclosed gardens. Penmaenmawr 1.5 miles; Conwy 3.5 miles. (Ref. 1001895)

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


for 7 nights £632

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Ty Crwn, a plush pet-friendly Celtic roundhouse nestled near Lampeter in Ceredigion, with stunning views from the hot tub, copper bath and a fire pit. Carmarthen 23.1 miles; Aberystwyth 22.4 miles; Cardigan 26.3 miles. (Ref. 1136441)

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


for 7 nights £764

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Station Masters House is a beautiful, semi-detached house resting in the remote village of Kielder in Scottish Borders with a toasty woodburning stove. Newcastleton 10 miles; Bellingham 26.6 miles; Hexham 41.9 miles. (Ref. 1144160)

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


for 7 nights £609

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  • Sleeps15
  • Bedrooms8
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A grandiose 19th century house resting within Harmony Garden in Melrose, Scottish Borders. Three-storey. Beautiful garden setting. Dog-friendly. Families and groups. St Boswells 4.6 miles; Lauder 11.3 miles; Kelso 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1060387)

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


for 7 nights £2330

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

New Elms Farmhouse is a wonderful, pet-friendly detached holiday home located in the pleasant village of Melbourne in Derbyshire with a bubbling hot tub. Derby 10.1 miles. (Ref. 1169994)

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


for 7 nights £1408

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Thimble Cottage is a superbly-positioned, two-bedroom dwelling with off-road parking and close to shops and restaurants, in Haworth, West Yorkshire. Hebden Bridge 8.5 miles; Skipton 11.1 miles. (Ref. 1166720)

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


for 7 nights £552

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Flat 2 The Cedars is an exquisitely renovated split level apartment located in Sherborne Lane, Lyme Regis. Near to beach and welcoming pets. Charmouth 3 miles; Axminster 5.4 miles; Bridport 9.7 miles; Sidmouth 15.7 miles. (Ref. 1170840)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £621

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A pleasant, detached cottage overlooking picturesque views on the outskirts of Middleton-In-Teesdale in County Durham. Romantic retreat. Idyllic setting. Underfloor heating. Bowlees 3.9 miles; Barnard Castle 9.2 miles; Bishop Auckland 18.9 miles. (Ref. 1064953)

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


for 7 nights £435

Adore the sound of water? Or perhaps you're a keen angler in search of a new fishing spot? Then try a cottage to rent near a river, the ideal base for a relaxing cottage getaway.

Why Book one of these Riverside Holiday Cottages?

Here in the UK, we're blessed with some truly beautiful rivers, streams and waterways. If you agree, then take a look at these riverside holiday cottages. Choose a riverside holiday let to rent near many of the UK's most beloved natural waterways, from the River Tweed to Fowey River.

A holiday cottage by the river provides a great base for a variety of different holidays. If you're the adventurous type, having a riverside holiday cottage means you'll be able to indulge in all kinds of aquatic escapades. Think kayaking, rafting, canyoning and canoeing- the list goes on!

Alternatively, these riverside holiday lets prove perfect for those who are just yearning to relax with a glass of wine. Just imagine dining alfresco in the grounds of your holiday cottage on a summer's evening with nothing but the sound of the nearby river to distract you.

Places to Visit Near Cottages by the River

There is an abundance of destinations where you can enjoy riverside holiday lets. Venture to sunny Cornwall, where you can find relaxing getaways near the River Tamar, Truro River, East Looe River and beyond! Alternatively, enjoy an action-packed break in a national park, like the Peak District, where the River Derwent and River Bradford provide fantastic watersports opportunities.

Enjoy a riverside holiday of your dreams at these spots:

Devon

Lake District

Norfolk

North Wales

Types of Waterside Holidays

There are plenty of other waterside getaways to enjoy, aside from riverside holiday lets! Why not embark on a fishing holiday, where you can angle the days away? Alternatively, enjoy a holiday cottage by a canal, where walks and narrow boat experiences await.

If you still haven't found what you're looking for there are plenty of other cottages in the UK to choose from!