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This ground-floor apartment is located in Rye, East Sussex. Off-road parking. En-suite. Open-plan living. Camber 5 miles; Hastings 12 miles. (Ref. 973784)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom


for 7 nights £487

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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This stunning reverse-level property resides in Sedbergh, Cumbria. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Hot tub. In a National Park. Kendal 15.1 miles; Hawes 19.6 miles. (Ref. 1093062)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Games room


for 7 nights £1183

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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Pennant Tigi Uchaf is a stunning barn conversion located at the foothills of the beautiful Dinas Mawddwy near Dolgellau, Gwynedd. WiFi. No pets. Rural. Breathtaking views. Dolgellau 10 miles; Barmouth 18.3 miles; Aberdovey 23.9 miles. (Ref. 1103125)

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


for 7 nights £830

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    4.9

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A fabulous, mid-terrace cottage resting in the centre of Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Allocated parking. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Church Stretton 14.6 miles; Much Wenlock 13.6 miles; Telford 16 miles (Ref. 1059216)

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for 7 nights £806

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This homely holiday cottage rests in the village of Mary Tavy in the Dartmoor National Park, Devon. Open-plan living with electric fire. Balcony. Countryside setting. Tavistock 3.6 miles; Chagford 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1048109)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £567

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Leeward is a delightful, second-floor apartment resting in the seaside town of Dartmouth, Devon. Close to a beach. Close to a shop and pub. Harbour views. Brixham 4.8 miles; Paignton 7.9 miles; Totnes 14.1 miles. (Ref. 1141362)

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for 7 nights £619

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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This fantastic reverse-level barn conversion rests in Cross Keys, Herefordshire. Hot tub. Open-plan living. Garden with furniture. Countryside views. Leominster 11.3 miles. (Ref. 1066966)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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for 7 nights £581

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
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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)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £5409

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Duplex apartment in Dartmouth. Stunning, panoramic views over the River Dart. Chic and contemporary open plan living area on upper floor. Parking permit and baby friendly equipment provided. (Ref. 995551)

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for 7 nights £553

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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This delightful semi-detached cottage is situated in the heart of Thornhill, in the Dumfries and Galloway district of Scotland. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Dumfries 16 miles. (Ref. 1038076)

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  • Washing machine
  • Sky TV


for 7 nights £389

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  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Olivia's Haven, a delightful lodge nestled in the village of Wemyss Bay in Inverclyde. Single-storey. Smart TV. Enclosed decking. Pet-friendly. Barbecue. Greenock 8.8 miles; Port Glasgow 12.2 miles; City of Glasgow 35.3 miles (Ref. 1131249)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 7 nights £431

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  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Wells Cottage is a delightful cottage resting in a countryside setting near Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. Near National Park. Pet-friendly. Huddersfield 7.8 miles; Peak District National Park 8.2 miles. (Ref. 1130334)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £624

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    5.0

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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)

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for 7 nights £496

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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Beautiful, stone-built cottage located in stunning countryside, near the Northumberland village of Ponteland. Panoramic, country views. WiFi. BBQ. Off-road parking. Pub 1 mile. (Ref. 1000069)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £481

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A spectacular, Grade II* listed former pump house nestled in the village of Misterton, Nottinghamshire. Open-plan. Contemporary style. Garden. Original features. WiFi. Lincoln 23 miles; Sheffield 35.4 miles; Peak District 49 miles (Ref. 1056315)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £570

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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An attractive dormer bungalow resting in Darley Dale, close to the Peak District National Park. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Wheelchair friendly. Matlock 3.1 miles; Bakewell 5.5 miles; Ashbourne 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1077976)

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


for 7 nights £516

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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An exceptional, detached holiday retreat on the outskirts of Kendal. River views. Off-road parking. WiFi. Hot tub. Windermere 9.4 miles; Ambleside 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1066269)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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for 7 nights £1720

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  • Sleeps2
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    4.9

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Overlea Cottage is a charming barn conversion resting in New Mills near Hayfield, Derbyshire, boasting a hot tub, woodburning stove, and open-plan living. New Mills 2.8 miles; Chapel-en-le-Frith 6 miles; Marple 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1025634)

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


for 7 nights £653

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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This private cottage is a perfect romantic retreat in Kirkbean near New Abbey, Scotland. Woodburning stove. WiFi. New Abbey 4.5 miles; Dumfries 11.7 miles; Castle Douglas 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1027035)

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


for 7 nights £388

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    5.0

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A lovely property resting in Hartlington near Grassington, North Yorkshire. In a National Park. Close to river. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Skipton 9.2 miles; Ilkley 12.4 miles. (Ref. 1122654)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £738

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!