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Holiday Cottages by a River

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Gorgeous, single-storey, barn conversion, one of two on site. Rural location on borders of West Wiltshire and Dorset. En-suite facilities to both bedrooms. Mere 3 miles. (Ref. 1019004)

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7 nights from €545

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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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7 nights from €561

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The Bottling Shed, a wonderful holiday retreat lying in the scenic Peak District in Matlock, Derbyshire. Romantic retreat. Hot tub. Open-plan. Balcony. Matlock Bath 3.4 miles; Bakewell 9.6 miles. (Ref. 1048671)

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This lovely, single-storey base is perched in St Clears, Carmarthenshire. Ground-floor living. Close to amenities. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Carmarthen 10.9 miles. (Ref. 1132356)

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Arbour House Farm Bungalow is a beautifully-presented, single-storey cottage nestled in the peaceful outskirts of Durham. Family-friendly. Hot tub. Rural. Chester-le-Street 7.3 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1140564)

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7 nights from €962

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Raphael House, a lovely holiday cottage with extensive sea views resting in the coastal town of Burry Port, Sir Gaerfyrddin. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Near beach. Sea views. Kidwelly 4.4 miles; Llanelli 5.3 miles; Carmarthen 13.6 miles. (Ref. 1142898)

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Wren Cottage is a beautifully-presented holiday abode in the picturesque, medieval town of Stratford-upon-Avon. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Warwick 10.4 miles; Royal Leamington Spa 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1154408)

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Mimosa is a superb, two-storey property resting in Dawlish, Devon. Close to amenities and a beach. Enclosed garden. Smart TV. Near Dartmoor National Park. Teignmouth 3.3 miles; Exeter 13.9 miles; Exmouth 20.3 miles (Ref. 1112964)

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7 nights from €529

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Avocets is a mid-century, semi-detached house resting in the town of Orford, Suffolk. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Saxmundham 9.4 miles; Aldeburgh 11.1 miles; Ipswich 20.4 miles. (Ref. 1137363)

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7 nights from €775

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The Miners Hall, a breathtaking converted chapel located in the quaint town of Stanley, County Durham. Stained-glass windows. Hot tub. Sauna. Jukebox. Durham 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 11 miles; Sunderland 17.3 miles. (Ref. 1128283)

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7 nights from €1380

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The Coach House is a charming first-floor apartment resting in Upleadon, Near Newent Gloucestershire. Romantic retreat. Balcony. Off-road parking. Gloucester 8.1 miles; Ledbury 11.2 miles; Ross-on-Wye 11.6 miles. (Ref. 1150255)

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7 nights from €427

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Plas Nev is a pleasant, semi-detached bungalow nestled in the heart of St Davids, Pembrokeshire. Driveway parking. Electric fire. Ground-floor living. Fishguard 15.7 miles; Pembroke 27.2 miles. (Ref. 1150378)

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7 nights from €481

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Sylvannah, a beautifully-presented holiday home is located in the stunning spa town of Buxton. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Close to Peak District National Park. Tideswell 7.1 miles; Bakewell 11.6 miles; Matlock 20 miles. (Ref. 1077186)

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The Granary is a wonderful , detached barn conversion in Barwick near Yeovil, Somerset. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Countryside views. Garden. Sherborne 5.9 miles; Glastonbury 17 miles (Ref. 1153697)

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7 nights from €651

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This wonderful, four-bedroom bungalow rests in St Clears, Carmarthenshire. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Carmarthen 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1132165)

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7 nights from €1012

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Larl Cottage is a wonderful holiday home resting in the heart of Middleton-in-Teesdale, a market town in County Durham. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Barnard Castle 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1139324)

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7 nights from €410

  • Sleeps10
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Tree Tops, a lovely holiday cottage located in Newport, Pembrokeshire. Close to beach. En-suites. Sea views. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Fishguard 6.9 miles; Cardigan 12 miles. (Ref. 1050678)

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7 nights from €1240

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Little Tern, a delightful, single-storey cottage resting in the coastal town of Seahouses, Northumberland. EV charging. Pet-friendly. Private patio. Beadnell 2.4 miles; Bamburgh 3.3 miles; Alnwick 14.9 miles. (Ref. 1145620)

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7 nights from €771

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Moon Field Lodge is a delightful rural holiday home resting by Epworth, Lincolnshire. Off-road parking. Family-friendly. Enclosed lawn. Beautiful views. Doncaster 19.8 miles; Gainsborough 20 miles. (Ref. 1122557)

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7 nights from €900

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Lodge 2 is a stylish lodge on a leafy site in South Luffenham near Edith Weston, Rutland. Hot tub. Private garden. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Stamford 6.5 miles; Oakham 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1147640)

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7 nights from €640

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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!