Holiday Cottages by a River

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The Elterwater Barn is a delightful, pet-friendly semi-detached holiday home located near the small town of Cleator Moor, Cumbria within the Lake District. Cockermouth 7.5 miles; Whitehaven 9.3 miles; Bassenthwaite 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1161140)

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7 nights from £789

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A spacious wooden lodge sitting on the River Ythan in the village of Ellon, Aberdeenshire. Open-plan. Stylish interior. WiFi. Cruden Bay 15.4 miles. Aberdeen 21.7 miles. (Ref. 1038252)

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7 nights from £723

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Stable Cottage is a lovely cottage located in rural Cloughton near Burniston, within the pretty North York Moors National Park, a short walk to a pub. Scarborough 7.8 miles; Filey 15.2 miles; Whitby 11.9 miles. (Ref. 1172539)

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7 nights from £378

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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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7 nights from £466

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This stylish, single-storey dwelling resides in Corbridge, Northumberland. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Open-plan. Hexham 5.4 miles; Newcastle 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1135986)

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7 nights from £431

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A delightful, single-storey annexe resting rurally in Middleton-In-Teesdale, Durham. Countryside views. In AONB. Romantic. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Barnard Castle 10.4 miles. (Ref. 1124851)

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7 nights from £489

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Dromore Cottage is a charming, single-storey property situated in Norham, Northumberland, well-positioned to nearby attractions. Berwick-upon-Tweed 7.4 miles; Eyemouth 15.6 miles. (Ref. 1171351)

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7 nights from £411

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A beautifully furnished couple’s retreat resting in the countryside of Thornton in Lonsdale, Yorkshire. Off-road parking. Garden. Woodburning stove. Kirkby Lonsdale 6.2 miles; Sedbergh 15.4 miles; Silverdale 16.9 miles. (Ref. 1139208)

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7 nights from £452

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A charming, all-ground-floor cottage resting in rural Llandegfan near Menai Bridge. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Woodburning stove. Beaumaris 3.3 miles; Niwbwrch 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1064857)

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7 nights from £503

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Natland Hall Cottage is a delightful, stone-built abode resting in Natland near Kendal, Cumbria. Near National Park. Near AONB. Rural location. Couple’s. Kendal 2.5 miles; Lake District National Park 5 miles; Yorkshire Dales National Park 18 miles. (Ref. 1145302)

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7 nights from £456

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Ashtree Cottage is a beautifully presented barn conversion near Ottringham village, in the East Riding of Yorkshire. Off-road parking. WiFi. Patio with furniture. Withernsea 6.5 miles. (Ref. 1163039)

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7 nights from £322

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Wansbeck Cottage is a charming and characterful home resting in West Ayton on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, enjoying a woodburning stove. Scarborough 5.7 miles; Whitby 22 miles. (Ref. 1168523)

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7 nights from £407

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Celyn is a lovely shepherd hut near Dolgellau and Barmouth, boasting a private hot tub outdoors alongside a pond with stunning countryside views to admire. Barmouth 6.4 miles; Fairbourne 9.7 miles; Aberdovey 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1166670)

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7 nights from £413

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The Old Stables is a charming annexe, within extensive grounds boasting a lake, meadow, fields, and orchards, in the quaint village of Headcorn, Kent. Staplehurst 4.2 miles; Maidstone 9.2 miles; High Weald National Landscape 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1162125)

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7 nights from £487

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This delightful stone annexe is situated in Castleton, Derbyshire. WiFi. Woodburner. Pet-friendly. Guisborough 9 miles; Pickering 19 miles. (Ref. 993369)

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7 nights from £383

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A charming stone-built cottage in the hamlet of Ovington. Romantic accommodation with a woodburning stove. Pet-friendly property with enclosed garden. Ideal touring base. Barnard Castle 8 miles. (Ref. 1021694)

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7 nights from £374

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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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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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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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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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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!