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A brightly decorated property resting within the village of Burton Bradstock, Dorset. Couples retreat. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities and beach. Bridport 3.1 miles; Weymouth 15.7 miles; Dorchester 15.5 miles; Yeovil 22.4 miles. (Ref. 1118787)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 7 nights £532

  • Sleeps4
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    5.0

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A characterful, two-bedroom annexe settled in Langholm, Dumfries and Galloway. Woodburning stove. Games room. Close to amenities. Lockerbie 18.3 miles; Carlisle 19.9 miles; Hawick 24.3 miles. (Ref. 1096794)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
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for 7 nights £606

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A delightful two-bedroom terraced house resting in the heart of Lewes, Sussex. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. In a National Park. Brighton 10.2 miles; Eastbourne 16.4 miles; Hastings 28.4 miles. (Ref. 1096077)

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for 7 nights £670

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.4

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A wonderful bungalow resting in Frodsham, Cheshire. Electric fire. Ground-floor living. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Chester 11.4 miles; Liverpool 20.7 miles; Manchester 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1072005)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 7 nights £437

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
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    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)

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for 7 nights £5999

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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This stunning barn conversion is situated in the rural countryside of Meeson, near Waters Upton in Shropshire. Open-plan layout. Woodburner. Waters Upton 1.5 miles; Telford 9 miles. (Ref. 983093)

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for 7 nights £434

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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)

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for 7 nights £1419

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    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 £494

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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This excellent, four-bedroom holiday home rests in Thornton-in-Craven, near Barnoldswick, Yorkshire. Smart TVs. Bedrooms with en-suites. Near a National Park. Countryside views. Skipton 6.7 miles; Grassington 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1002467)

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for 7 nights £1282

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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This beautifully-presented cottage rests in Bellingham, Northumberland. En-suite bedrooms. Off-road parking. Romantic. Pet-free. Close to amenities. Kielder Water 14.7 miles; Hadrian's Wall 29.3 miles; Corbridge 17.6 miles; Hexham 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1056875)

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for 7 nights £650

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    5.0

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A splendid terraced cottage resting in Ambleside, Cumbria. Open-plan. Woodburning stove. Permit parking. Grasmere 4.3 miles; Windermere 4.7 miles; Keswick 16.6 miles. (Ref. 1076837)

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for 7 nights £730

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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An impeccable, second-floor apartment sitting in Dartmouth, Devon. Harbour views. Balcony. Designated parking. Totnes 14 miles. (Ref. 1111407)

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for 7 nights £1263

  • 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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for 7 nights £603

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
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    5.0

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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)

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

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A superb luxury lodge perched in Gargrave, North Yorkshire. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Near a National Park. Close to amenities. Skipton 5.1 miles; Settle 11.5 miles. (Ref. 1115305)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 7 nights £493

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Panacia is a terraced, Victorian house in the seaside town of Fowey, Cornwall. Sea views. Close to beach. Close to pub. Open-plan living. Private patio. Par 3.5 miles; St Austell 8.4 miles; Bodmin 11.5 miles. (Ref. 1143916)

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for 7 nights £627

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A couple’s retreat resting in a tranquil location in Ironbridge, Shropshire. Off-road parking. Garden. Close to a pub. Romantic. Telford 4.6 miles; Shrewsbury 13.8 miles; Birmingham 37.5 miles. (Ref. 1131592)

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for 7 nights £425

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    5.0

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The Happy Hut is an inviting, secluded hut situated in a serene setting in the village of Sopley, near Christchurch, Dorset. Romantic. Quiet location. Bournemouth 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1141027)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub


for 7 nights £376

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    5.0

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A characterful detached Grade II listed watermill set amid the nine acre grounds of the owner’s home, 0.75 miles from the village of Grafton Flyford. Exposed wall and ceiling beams. Original mill-workings. Expansive duck ponds. Pershore 7 miles. (Ref. 930672)

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for 7 nights £677

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £965

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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!