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Holiday Cottages by a River

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Immaculate detached cottage in secluded countryside. Superb quality, large garden, hot tub. Near coast and ideal for walking, cycling or touring. Bookable with Ref 12682 to sleep 8. Oban 10 miles. (Ref. 12167)

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7 nights from £741

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A lovely first floor apartment located in the village of Porth, Cornwall. Open-plan. Views of the beach. Sky TV. Newquay 1.3 miles; Truro 15 miles. (Ref. 981047)

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7 nights from £554

  • Sleeps4
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This fantastic, two-bedroom holiday lodge rests in Winthorpe near Newark-On-Trent, Nottinghamshire. Smart TV. Enclosed decking. Ground-floor living. Open plan. Southwell 11 miles; Lincoln 16.6 miles; Nottingham 24.5 miles (Ref. 1124712)

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7 nights from £449

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Summerhow Retreat is a charming abode in the outskirts of Kendal, a vibrant town in Cumbria. Family-friendly. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Countryside views. Windermere 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1151286)

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7 nights from £374

  • Sleeps2
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    4.7

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A fantastic, ground-floor apartment settled in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire. Designated parking. Enclosed front garden. Electric fire. Stow-on-the-Wold 4 miles; Moreton-in-Marsh 8.3 miles; Cheltenham 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1091741)

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7 nights from £562

  • Sleeps6
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    4.8

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Beautiful waterside 3 bedroom home with private patio garden overlooking the River Fowey.Amenities in walking distance. Fowey 7.5 miles; Looe 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1018047)

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7 nights from £781

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This spacious, single-storey Worcestershire holiday cottage, with its own mooring/slip way and fishing rights, has three bedrooms and is set in the peaceful village of Astley Burf in the beautiful Severn Valley. (Ref. 3823)

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7 nights from £763

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    4.8

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This charming, four-bedroom home rests in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. Near a National Park. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Chesterfield 9.6 miles; Doncaster 21.9 miles. (Ref. 1134637)

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7 nights from £681

  • Sleeps6
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    4.9

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A stylish and contemporary cottage sitting in the village of Swaton near Helpringham, Lincolnshire. Spacious accommodation. Rural location. Pet-friendly. Grantham 15.7 miles; Boston 16.2 miles; Lincoln 28.5 miles. (Ref. 1053634)

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7 nights from £597

  • Sleeps6
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A superb three-bedroom cottage resting in Fowey, Cornwall. River views. Near a beach. Dog-friendly. Close to amenities. Polperro 7.2 miles; Lostwithiel 7.6 miles. (Ref. 1089803)

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7 nights from £572

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms4
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Canny Croft is a traditional cottage situated in Chilton Polden near Bridgwater in Somerset. Enclosed gardens. Rural views. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. Glastonbury 10 miles; Burnham-on-Sea 10.3 miles; Weston-super-Mare 19 miles. (Ref. 1125757)

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7 nights from £641

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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30 Ayr Avenue, a lovely first-floor apartment resting in Colburn, North Yorkshire. Smart TV. Open-plan living space. Designated parking. En-suite. Scotton 2.2 miles; Richmond 3.7 miles. (Ref. 1138317)

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7 nights from £347

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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The Old Bake House is a charming stone-built property resting in the village of Barrowden, Rutland. Pet-friendly. Garden. Near a shop. Woodburning stove. Ketton 4.9 miles; Uppingham 5.8 miles; Peterborough 19 miles. (Ref. 1142296)

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7 nights from £459

  • Sleeps5
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    4.8

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A traditionally styled cottage providing a perfect base to explore the stunning Shropshire Hills, short walk to village pubs and Heart of Wales railway line. Close to picture-perfect villages. Spacious garden to enjoy. WIFI. Off road parking. (Ref. 29515)

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7 nights from £379

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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This delightful first-floor apartment rests in Llangollen, North Wales. Off-road parking. Balcony. Garden. Character features. Ruthin 18 miles; Chester 25.9 miles. (Ref. 986410)

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7 nights from £480

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  • Sleeps2
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    4.5

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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 £688

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    5.0

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This romantic bolthole can be found in the village of Chadbury near Evesham in Worcestershire. Pet-friendly. Open-plan living. Countryside location. Stratford-upon-Avon 14 miles; Worcester 14 miles; Cheltenham 20.9 miles. (Ref. 1019370)

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7 nights from £476

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  • Sleeps4
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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 £518

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    4.6

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A well-presented property resting on the outskirts of Amble. Ground-floor accommodation. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Alnwick 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1013084)

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7 nights from £872

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    4.9

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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 £374

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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!