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Holiday Cottages by a River

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This charming detached white stone cottage rests in the village of Aller, near Langport, in Somerset. Woodburning stoves. Pet-friendly. Bridgwater 10 miles; Yeovil 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1037766)

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Country Cottage is a single-storey holiday home near Bronllys, Powys. En-suites. Glorious countryside views. Edge of Brecon Beacons National Park. Hay-on-Wye 5.8 miles; Brecon Beacons National Park 17.2 miles. (Ref. 1145295)

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7 nights from £476

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A charming semi-detached cottage situated in Whitby, North Yorkshire. Harbour views. Gas fire. Grade II listed. Robin Hood's Bay 6 miles; Scarborough 19 miles. (Ref. 1005355)

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7 nights from £383

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A pretty, detached contemporary-styled cottage within easy reach of the pretty village of Shaldon, South Devon. Enclosed courtyard. Pet-friendly. Teignmouth 1 miles; Torquay 7 miles. (Ref. 1045711)

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7 nights from £949

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Quaint semi-detached cottage resting just outside the market town of Stroud in Gloucestershire. Rural surroundings. Gloucester 11.7 miles. (Ref. 1016954)

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7 nights from £466

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3 Palms, a delightful romantic annex in the town of Paignton in Devon. Single-storey. Near beach. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Torquay 2.5 miles; Brixham 6.4 miles; Totnes 6.5 miles; Dartmouth 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1158960)

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7 nights from £444

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Tarka View is a charming abode on the outskirts of the town of Bideford in Devon. Contemporary. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Rural views. Exmoor National Park. Westward Ho! 3.6 miles; Barnstaple 10.4 miles; Exmoor National Park 19 miles. (Ref. 1161256)

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7 nights from £414

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Riverbank At Stepping Stones is a delightful cottage settled in Rydal, near Ambleside, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Countryside views. Ambleside 1.7 miles, Grasmere 4.4 miles. (Ref. 1161293)

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A charming ground floor cottage resting in the bustling village of Morfa Bychan, North Wales. Pet-friendly. Central location. Close to the coast. Porthmadog 2.2 miles. Criccieth 6.1 miles. Harlech 11.4 miles. (Ref. 1050134)

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Flat 3, a wonderful, first-floor apartment located in the town of Keswick, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Romantic. Pet-friendly. In National Park. Near pub. Bassenthwaite 7.5 miles, Ullswater 15.8 miles; Cockermouth 12.8 miles. (Ref. 1139116)

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Y Felin is a rustic, reverse-level holiday home in Llanllwni near Llanybydder, Carmarthenshire. Off-road parking. Games room. Open-plan living. Lampeter 8.8 miles; Carmarthen 16.2 miles; Aberaeron 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1149904)

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Quarter Deck is a nicely-presented, ground-floor apartment in the stunning resort town of Salcombe in Devon. Enclosed courtyard. Near beach and amenities. Kingsbridge 5.5 miles; Dartmouth 20.5 miles; Plymouth 24 miles; Paignton 26.8 miles. (Ref. 1152726)

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Otters Leap, a house nestled in the outskirts of the town of Bideford in Devon. Contemporary. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Near river. Near Exmoor National Park. Westward Ho! 3.6 miles; Barnstaple 10.4 miles; Exmoor National Park 20.6 miles. (Ref. 1147774)

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A detached property resting on the outskirts of Wallingford. Close to River Thames. WiFi. Off-road parking. Dorchester 6.9 miles; Oxford 15.3 miles. (Ref. 993409)

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7 nights from £571

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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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3 Village Cottages is a charming home resting in Bishop's Tawton near Barnstaple, Devon. Woodburning stove. Close to coast. Near pub. Near National Park. Barnstaple 2.5 miles; Westward Ho! 10.7 miles; Exmoor National Park 12.4 miles. (Ref. 1008178)

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7 nights from £682

  • Sleeps4
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Bramble Cottage, a superb, detached abode located in Wester Essendy near Dunkeld in Scotland. Woodburning stove. Single-storey. Countryside. Loch views. Blairgowrie 3 miles; Dunkeld 7 miles; Perth 15.7 miles; Pitlochry 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1153653)

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7 nights from £598

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Blackbird Cottage is a charming abode located in the beautiful market town of Northam, Devon. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Close to beach. Westward Ho! 1.5 miles; Bideford 2.4 miles; Barnstaple 10 miles. (Ref. 1119630)

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The Coach House is a delightful duplex apartment tucked away in the area of Downton Castle nr Ludlow, Shropshire. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Bromfield 2.4 miles; Leintwardine 4.7 miles; Ludlow 7 miles; Bucknell 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1077965)

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7 nights from £469

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!