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A beautiful detached house enjoying a reverse-level layout in the village of Devoran, Cornwall. Decked garden. WiFi. Smart TV. En-suite. Off-road parking. Truro 4.7 miles. (Ref. 1065815)

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for 7 nights £766

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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)

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for 7 nights £613

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A bright and contemporary first-floor apartment set within the town of Dartmouth, Devon. Outstanding views. Open-plan living. Central location. Brixham 5.3 miles; Totnes 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1065857)

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for 7 nights £1409

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    4.9

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This charming shepherd's hut rests in the delightful countryside of Garthmyl near Berriew in Powys. Hot tub. Barbecue. Lovely views. On a working farm. Montgomery 2.3 miles; Newtown 8.1 miles; Welshpool 9.9 miles; Shrewsbury 25.2 miles; Ludlow 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1086592)

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for 7 nights £389

  • Sleeps8
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    4.6

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This superb three-storey cottage is situated in Malltraeth, Isle of Anglesey. WiFi. Hot tub. Open-plan living. Newborough 2 miles; Rhosneigr 8 miles. (Ref. 1112463)

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for 7 nights £762

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A fantastic first-floor apartment resting in the heart of Keswick in Cumbria. Open-plan. Central location. In the Lake District National Park. Off-road parking. Bassenthwaite 7.1 miles, Ullswater 15.6 miles; Cockermouth 14 miles. (Ref. 1145719)

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for 7 nights £460

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Lovely one bedroom modern cottage with fantastic walks from the doorstep, on the edge of Rowsley village. Great views located between Bakewell and Matlock. Ideal romantic retreat. Bakewell 3 miles. (Ref. 941567)

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for 7 nights £325

  • Sleeps10
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Linton Laithe is a picturesque barn conversion in Linton, near Threshfield, North Yorkshire. In Yorkshire Dales National Park. Countryside views. Pets. Grassington 1.5 miles; Skipton 8.2 miles. (Ref. 1138729)

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for 7 nights £1421

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The Hideaway is a wonderful first-floor barn conversion near Longden, Shropshire, boasting a private balcony area, open-plan living and takes dogs. Bayston Hill 3.9 miles; Shrewsbury 7.2 miles; Church Stretton 9.1 miles; Telford 18.2 miles (Ref. 1175806)

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for 7 nights £446

  • Sleeps5
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18 Thorngate Wynd is a wonderful, dog-friendly holiday cottage in Barnard Castle, County Durham with breathtaking views over the River Tees. Staindrop 6.3 miles; Richmond 15.1 miles; Darlington 16.3 miles; Durham 24.9 miles. (Ref. 1149426)

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for 7 nights £440

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A stunning two-bedroom barn conversion resting in Glyndyfrdwy near Llangollen in North Wales. Hot tub. Panoramic countryside views. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Ruthin 17.3 miles; Chester 28.8 miles. (Ref. 998607)

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for 7 nights £720

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Strawberry Cottage, a beautifully-presented, detached abode set in Wester Essendy near Dunkeld in Scotland. Woodburning stove. Single-storey. Countryside. Blairgowrie 3 miles; Dunkeld 7 miles; Perth 15.7 miles; Pitlochry 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1153652)

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for 7 nights £631

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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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for 7 nights £531

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
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Beudy Pwll Pridd is a fabulous, family-friendly barn conversion in Bryneglwys near Llangollen, Denbighshire with lovely views, a private hot tub and a barbecue. Ruthin 8.7 miles; Ruthin 15 mins (Ref. 1162911)

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for 7 nights £895

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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Ty Barddu is an elevated, wooden-clad cottage nestled in a beautiful valley near the town of Newcastle Emlyn in Carmarthenshire. Off-road parking. Cardigan 13.2 miles; Llandysul 12.1 miles; Lampeter 23.4 miles. (Ref. 1141902)

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for 7 nights £329

  • Sleeps4
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The Canalside Cottage is a stunning, single-storey cottage located near Shardlow, Derbyshire, boasting open-plan living, EV charging, and canal views. Derby 8.8 miles; Loughborough 10.7 miles; Nottingham 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1177941)

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for 7 nights £590

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    4.9

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Barn Conversion Roding Cottage is a stunning, detached, single-storey abode sitting pretty in the countryside of Egton near Grosmont, North Yorkshire, nearby a pub. Whitby 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1159604)

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for 7 nights £510

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  • Sleeps4
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Squirrels Nook is a well-presented, single-storey lodge resting near Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria. Open-plan. Decking with furniture. Off-road parking. Windermere 1.6 miles; Ambleside 2.8 miles. (Ref. 1144148)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 7 nights £514

  • Sleeps10
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This enchanting detached house is found on elevated grounds within the charming village of Symonds Yat, Herefordshire. All en-suite rooms. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Monmouth 4.8 miles; Ross-on-Wye 6.8 miles; Whitecastle 14.3 miles. (Ref. 997890)

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for 7 nights £915

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  • Sleeps4
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This delightful annexe rests on the outskirts of Eggleston, near Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. En-suite. Barnard Castle 5.1 miles; North Pennines AONB 13.6 miles. (Ref. 1036975)

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for 7 nights £356

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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!