Holiday Cottages by a River

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A barn conversion resting in New Mills near Hayfield, Derbyshire. Luxury. Private Hot tub. Romantic retreat. New Mills 2.8 miles; Chapel-en-le-Frith 6 miles; Marple 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1025634)

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7 nights from £647

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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)

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7 nights from £385

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The Forge, a unique property situated in a rural position on the edge of Miserton, Nottinghamshire. Mezzanine bedroom. Walking location. Contemporary. Lincoln 23 miles; Sheffield 35.4 miles; Peak District 49 miles. (Ref. 1091322)

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7 nights from £404

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A fabulous, stone-built romantic retreat in the village of Melling, near Kirkby Lonsdale. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Walks from the door. Kirkby Lonsdale 6 miles. (Ref. 932964)

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7 nights from £439

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Hayloft, a lovely little holiday home nestled in Haddiscoe, Norfolk. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Enclosed patio. DVD player. Near Broads National Park. Lowestoft 10.8 miles; Norwich 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1145942)

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7 nights from £475

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This charming single-storey cottage rests in Upton Upon Severn, Worcester. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Romantic. Garden with furniture. Worcester 10.1 miles; Great Malvern 8.6 miles; Tewkesbury 6 miles; Cheltenham 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1079806)

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7 nights from £437

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A contemporary barn conversion, surrounded by countryside in the Pateley Bridge area of North Yorkshire. Stunning scenery. Landscaped gardens. Mezzanine bedroom. Grassington 11.2 miles; Ripon 12.4 miles; Harrogate 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1043787)

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7 nights from £450

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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)

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7 nights from £422

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The Parlour is a delightful farm stay resting in the outskirts of Church Broughton near Hatton in Derbyshire with a private hot tub and Smart TV. Burton upon Trent 4.4 miles; Derby 12 miles. (Ref. 1172233)

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7 nights from £432

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Byre Suite is a quirky and wonderful home tucked away in Litton, near Kettlewell, within the pretty Yorkshire Dales National Park, featuring a gas fire. Grassington 10.4 miles; Skipton 17.6 miles. (Ref. 1171419)

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7 nights from £441

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Causeway Hideaway is a delightful, single-storey annexe resting in Dore, South Yorkshire. Romantic. Close to amenities. Stylish. Near National Park. Sheffield 5.4 miles; Chesterfield 11.7 miles. (Ref. 1133830)

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7 nights from £450

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    4.9

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West End is a spacious and tasteful, single-storey studio annexe with parking and near local amenities in the village of Martlesham, Suffolk. Woodbridge 2.7 miles; Felixstowe 11 miles. (Ref. 1166992)

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7 nights from £337

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The Bolt Hole is a single-storey gem of an apartment settled at the heart of Kendal, Cumbria, resting on the outskirts of the Lake District National Park. Windermere 8.5 miles. (Ref. 1171696)

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7 nights from £568

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Croft Cottage is charming detached cottage in Gargrave, North Yorkshire, boasting a woodburning stove, a Smart TV, parking and blissful countryside views. Skipton 5.6 miles; Settle 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1162783)

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7 nights from £418

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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)

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7 nights from £394

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    4.9

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Stone-built barn conversion on the owner's small holding in the lovely village of Honley. Countryside views. Beams. Woodburner. Dog-friendly. Holmfirth 3 miles; Huddersfield 4 miles. (Ref. 982002)

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7 nights from £479

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This delightful contemporary-styled property rests in Hollington, near Ashbourne, in Derbyshire. All-ground-floor. Open-plan living. Ashbourne 5.4 miles; Derby 10.9 miles. (Ref. 964759)

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7 nights from £396

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    4.9

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An idyllic stone cottage resting within the village of Cononley, North Yorkshire. Romantic abode. Pet-friendly. Private patio. Skipton 3.6 miles; Keighly 6.9 miles; Grassington 14.5 miles. (Ref. 1051683)

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7 nights from £402

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    4.8

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Wee Cottage is a lovely, terraced property resting in Moffat, Dumfries and Galloway. Quality furnishings. Close to a shop and pub. Couple’s retreat. Dumfries 21 miles. (Ref. 1141339)

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7 nights from £435

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This studio-style dwelling resides in Linton near Threshfield, North Yorkshire. Off-road parking. In a National Park. Ground-floor accommodation. Romantic. Hot tub. Grassington 1.4 miles; Skipton 8.1 miles. (Ref. 1133901)

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7 nights from £673

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 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!