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Holiday Cottages by a River

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Manor Farm is a wonderful, four-bed farmhouse resting in Prescott near Winchcombe, Gloucestershire. Games room. Large. Original features. In AONB. Pet-friendly. Winchcombe 3.7 miles; Cheltenham 7.4 miles; Broadway 11.2 miles. (Ref. 1130808)

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7 nights from $3042

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A smart, end-terrace cottage located in Cockermouth, Cumbria. Electric woodburner. Open-plan living. Bassenthwaite Lake 7 miles; Keswick 13 miles. (Ref. 1004341)

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7 nights from $524

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A stylish converted barn tucked away on the outskirts of Kirton in Lincolnshire. Countryside views. Boston 6 miles; Sleaford 20.2 miles; King's Lynn 31 miles. (Ref. 984193)

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7 nights from $884

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Superb open plan luxury apartment. Unique waterside conservation area on the inner harbour of West Looe, overlooking the river and the boatyard. Short walk to the town and beach. Liskeard 9 miles. (Ref. 934160)

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7 nights from $844

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Number 16 is a welcoming bungalow nestled in the market town of Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Smart TVs. Horncastle 6.3 miles; Louth 19.3 miles; Lincoln 19.4 miles. (Ref. 1152801)

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7 nights from $460

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108 Longden Coleham, a stunning house nestled in the town of Shrewsbury in Shropshire. Terraced. Riverside views. Near Shropshire Hills National Landscape. Shawbury 8.7 miles; Shropshire Hills National Landscape 17.4 miles. (Ref. 1153325)

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The Cottage, a lovely cottage resting in the burgh of Kirriemuir in Angus. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Ground-floor living. Electric fire. Pet-friendly. Dundee 18.4 miles, Aberdeen 54 miles. (Ref. 1152356)

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7 nights from $590

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Pit Close is a wonderful, single-storey abode nestled in the rural outskirts of Stockland near Dalwood, Devon. Countryside. Open-plan. Pet-friendly. Axminster 6.1 miles; Honiton 6.7 miles; Seaton 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1153557)

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7 nights from $786

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Three Squirrel Lodge is a delightful lodge nestled near Woolfardisworthy in Devon. Single-storey. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Cranford 4.4 miles; Bideford 12.7 miles; Barnstaple 21.6 miles. (Ref. 1108152)

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7 nights from $462

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1A Police Houses, a delightful house located in the town of Whitby in North Yorkshire. Near North York Moors National Park. Near beach. Off-road parking. Robin Hood's Bay 4.6 miles; Scarborough 18.6 miles; Pickering 21 miles; Guisborough 21.9 miles. (Ref. 1129113)

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7 nights from $418

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This pretty, stone-fronted cottage resides in Bleadon, Somerset. Romantic. Ground-floor accommodation. Dog-friendly. Weston-super-Mare 5 miles; Brean 7.3 miles; Glastonbury 18.2 miles; Bristol 23.2 miles (Ref. 1000825)

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7 nights from $535

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This delightful canalside cottage is located in Coalport, Shropshire. WiFi. Open fire. Private garden. Ironbridge 1.8 miles; Telford 7.7 miles. (Ref. 999464)

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7 nights from $519

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Beautiful and luxury apartment in the village of Stanhope, a short stroll to shops, pubs and restaurants. WiFi, Netflix. Wonderful accommodation. Durham 22 miles. (Ref. 920792)

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7 nights from $498

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Detached single storey cottage in secluded countryside. Panoramic rural views. Enclosed garden. Pretty walks. Open fire. North Tawton 2 miles. (Ref. 976108)

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7 nights from $804

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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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7 nights from $721

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Hayloft, a lovely little holiday home nestled in Haddiscoe, Norfolk. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Enclosed patio. DVD player. Near Broads National Park. Lowestoft 10.8 miles; Norwich 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1145942)

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Riverside Cottage, a stunningly-presented home nestled in the resort town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Near North York Moors National Park and beach. Pickering 17 miles; Whitby 20 miles; York 40 miles. (Ref. 1132407)

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7 nights from $565

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8 Little Hill is a delightful, detached cottage settled into the riverside town of Salcombe, Devon. Near to a river. Near an AONB. Close to a beach and pub. Hope Cove 4.5 miles, Kingsbridge 5.7 miles. (Ref. 1114412)

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7 nights from $756

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A stylish, three-bedroom home resting in Littleport, Cambridgeshire. Close to amenities. Contemporary. Pet-friendly. EV charging point. Private patio. Ely 5.8 miles; Welney 6.1 miles. (Ref. 1127996)

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7 nights from $849

  • Sleeps4
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The Stables, a delightful barn conversion resting in the tiny village of Solva in Sir Benfro. Woodburning stove. Designated parking. Ground-floor living. St Davids 3.7 miles; Haverfordwest 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1147308)

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7 nights from $373

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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!