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Holiday Cottages by a River

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £480

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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This delightful stone cottage rests on the outskirts of East Allington, Devon. Open-plan living. Off-road parking. Kingsbridge 4 miles. (Ref. 1016505)

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7 nights from £399

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A well-presented, three-bedroom apartment resting within Kingsbridge. Open-plan living. WiFi. Pub within 0.1 mile. Salcombe 5 miles; Dartmouth 12 miles. (Ref. 1008483)

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7 nights from £615

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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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 £453

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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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 living. Matlock Bath 3.4 mile; Bakewell 9.6 miles. (Ref. 1048671)

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7 nights from £506

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2 Engine House is a charming stone cottage near the seaside town of Lyme Regis, Dorset/Devon border. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Charmouth 6.6 miles; Axminster 6.5 miles; Bridport 13.2 miles; Sidmouth 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1113969)

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7 nights from £700

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.7

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A delightful, four-bedroom barn-conversion settled in South Molton, Devon. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Combe Martin 20.6 miles; Ilfracombe 25.7 miles; Woolacombe 26.6 miles. (Ref. 1102961)

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  • Sky TV

7 nights from £855

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Delightful stone-built property, in peaceful courtyard position close to centre of Betws-y-coed. Tasteful accommodation. Great touring base. (Ref. 1152)

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7 nights from £339

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A perfect blend - traditional period property with all mod cons! Yards from Burford's iconic High Street. (Ref. 1068448)

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7 nights from £689

  • Sleeps4
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    4.9

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A charming, two-bedroom cottage located rurally in Red Wharf Bay near Pentraeth, Anglesey. Sea views. Woodburning stove. Rural. Close to amenities and beach. Benllech 2.8 miles; Beaumaris 6.8 miles. (Ref. 1114816)

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7 nights from £443

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Luxury holiday apartment at Waren Mill. High quality fittings and furnishings. Views across Budle Bay to Lindisfarne in distance. Bamburgh 3 miles. (Ref. 988)

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7 nights from £639

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Charming first-floor apartment nestled in the city of Ely, in East Cambridgeshire. Off-road parking. WiFi. Shop and pub 0.2 miles. (Ref. 997878)

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7 nights from £414

  • Sleeps4
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    4.9

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A characterful, three-storey, stone-built cottage resting in Bourton-On-The-Water, Gloucestershire. Exposed beams. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities. In an AONB. Stow-on-the-Wold 4 miles; Chipping Norton 13 miles; Cheltenham 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1126717)

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7 nights from £695

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    4.2

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This cottage is placed on the banks of River Conwy, near Conwy, in North Wales. Beautiful views of the estuary. Pet-friendly. Conwy 3.4 miles. (Ref. 1018019)

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7 nights from £441

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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A terraced, three-storey, character cottage nestled in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire. Dog-friendly. Raised decking. Close to amenities. Beautiful views. Haworth 8.4 miles; Halifax 8.5 miles; Holmfirth 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1104094)

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7 nights from £519

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A quaint stone-built cottage resting near Hebden Bridge. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Halifax 9.7 miles. (Ref. 1016335)

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7 nights from £573

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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Charming end-terrace stone cottage in the Cotswolds. Set in Bourton-on-the-Water, this cottage is set over three floors and is a wonderful touring base. Stow-on-the-Wold 4 miles. (Ref. 935550)

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7 nights from £640

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.4

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A characterful holiday cottage resting on the outskirts of Llanidloes. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Rhayader 17.3 miles. (Ref. 1052365)

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7 nights from £324

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    4.7

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Egg Pudding Stone is a delightful, single-storey, former cow barn resting in the countryside of Field Broughton near Cartmel, Cumbria. Large garden. Dog-friendly. Private driveway. Open-plan. Grange-over-Sands 3.8 miles; Bowness on Windermere 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1136556)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £505

  • Sleeps4
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    4.7

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Charming 18th century end-of-terrace cottage, 500 yards from pub. Big enclosed garden with country views. Lockable store for bikes/surfboards. Golf clubs provided. wood burning stove. In Kingston (Ref. 976281)

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7 nights from £499

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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!