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Superb detached lodge house in the hamlet of Brydekirk in lovely Annandale. Gorgeously decorated and furnished to a high standard. Open fire. Large enclosed riverside garden. WiFi. Pets welcome. Annan 3.5 miles. (Ref. 937510)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €852

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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A delightful bungalow resting in the pretty village of Longhorsley, in the Northumberland countryside. Enclosed garden. Modern interior. Rothbury 9 miles; Alnwick 14 miles. (Ref. 1004030)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €561

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

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This stunning barn conversion is situated in the rural countryside of Meeson, near Waters Upton in Shropshire. Open-plan layout. Woodburner. Waters Upton 1.5 miles; Telford 9 miles. (Ref. 983093)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from €486

  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

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This fabulous five-bedroom holiday home rests in Hay-on-Wye, Powys. Bedrooms with en-suites. Brecon 15.6 miles; Hereford 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1125474)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from €1610

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  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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    5.0

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A characterful detached Grade II listed watermill set amid the nine acre grounds of the owner’s home, 0.75 miles from the village of Grafton Flyford. Exposed wall and ceiling beams. Original mill-workings. Expansive duck ponds. Pershore 7 miles. (Ref. 930672)

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7 nights from €787

  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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A wonderful detached cottage situated in Lyne Station, Scotland. Ground-floor accommodation. Great for families. Pet-friendly. Penicuik 13.3 miles. Edinburgh 22.4 miles. Melrose 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1058613)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from €1790

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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5 Hamilton Terrace is a quaint mid-terrace sitting at the top of the lovely village of Pateley Bridge, Yorkshire, with a woodburning stove and parking. Grassington 10.6 miles; Ripon 11.8 miles; Harrogate 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1162832)

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7 nights from €513

  • 4 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from €852

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  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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The Brew House is a stunning abode perched on the outskirts of Harrogate in North Yorkshire, featuring ground-floor living, a hot tub, and welcomes a pet. Skipton 22.7 miles; York 25.2 miles. (Ref. 1165748)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €2500

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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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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  • Sky TV

7 nights from €441

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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A delightful detached cottage in a residential cul-de-sac of Beauly, Highland. Countryside. Enclosed garden. Zip/link bedrooms. Inverness 12 miles. (Ref. 972700)

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7 nights from €890

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

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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 €523

  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

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This enchanting detached house is found on elevated grounds within the charming village of Symonds Yat, Herefordshire. All en-suite rooms. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Monmouth 4.8 miles; Ross-on-Wye 6.8 miles; Whitecastle 14.3 miles. (Ref. 997890)

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7 nights from €1079

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  • 7 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

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Beautiful, detached stone farmhouse in Bashall Eaves in the Ribble Valley. Woodburner and open fires. Master bedroom with super king-size bed and en-suite shower and roll-top bath. Beautiful views of open fields. Clitheroe 3.7 miles. (Ref. 917762)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from €611

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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Stunning barn conversion. Both bedrooms en-suite. Ideally situated for Yorkshire Dales and South Lakes. WiFi. Wood burning stove. Village location. Kendal 5 minutes. (Ref. 972379)

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7 nights from €582

  • 6 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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Heilan Roo is a stunning, contemporary property in Killiecrankie near Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross. Close to a river. Close to a pub. Near National Park. Cairngorms National Park 3.3 miles; Blair Atholl 3.4 miles; Pitlochry 3.6 miles. (Ref. 1056397)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from €2337

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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A spectacular, Grade II* listed former pump house nestled in the village of Misterton, Nottinghamshire. Open-plan. Contemporary style. Garden. Original features. WiFi. Lincoln 23 miles; Sheffield 35.4 miles; Peak District 49 miles (Ref. 1056315)

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7 nights from €690

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    4.9

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from €454

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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A fantastic, stone-fronted holiday home in rural Canonbie near Langholm, Dumfries and Galloway. Dog-friendly. Enclosed garden. Countryside views. Garden furniture. Carlisle 14.6 miles; Lockerbie 21 miles; Hawick 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1128676)

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7 nights from €519

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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A stone-built, terraced cottage in the peaceful hamlet of Ovington, County Durham. Lovely views. 5 x TVs with Freeview. 3 pets welcome. Barbecue. Barnard Castle 6.6 miles; Richmond 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1045366)

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7 nights from €628

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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!