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Holiday Cottages for Birdwatching

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A small cabin with wooden furniture and a table outside on a gravel patio surrounded by grass and trees at Oak in Elmgate near Saltash
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5
Elmgate near Saltash, Cornwall, PL12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A contemporary pod resting in the countryside of Elmgate near Saltash, Cornwall. Countryside views. Couple’s retreat. Hot tub. Saltash 3.2 miles; St Germans 7.7 miles; Plymouth 10 miles. (Ref. 1136020)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub


for 7 nights From £370

Last booked 2 days ago
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A stone house with multiple windows and chimneys under a blue sky at Lanshaw House in High Bentham
1 of 29
5
High Bentham, Lancashire, LA2
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This beautifully presented detached home rests in within The Forest of Bowland AONB. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Countryside views. Ingleton 6.4 miles; Kirkby Lonsdale 12.8 miles; Morecambe 18.8 miles. (Ref. 1091600)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From £637

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A white building with red brick chimneys and flower planters outside with a church tower in the background at The Five Bells Inn in Upwell
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5
Upwell, Norfolk, PE14
  • Sleeps21
  • Bedrooms9
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Five Bells Inn is an impressive, former pub resting in the village of Upwell, Norfolk. Bar area. WiFi. Hot tub. Off-road parking. En-suite bedrooms. Wisbech 6.4 miles; King's Lynn 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1145750)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights From £4955

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A stone house with an external staircase and a red door surrounded by bushes near a gravel driveway
1 of 20
5
Pontfaen near Fishguard, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, SA65
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Loft is a first-floor apartment resting in the village of Pontfaen in Pembrokeshire. Romantic. Off-road parking. Open plan. En-suite. Countryside. St. Davids 22.4 miles; Tenby 26.1 miles. (Ref. 1156640)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From £345

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An outdoor balcony with metal chairs a table a bottle of wine and glasses overlooking green hills at The Works in Cononley
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5
Cononley, North Yorkshire, BD20
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A duplex apartment resting in Cononley in Airedale. Secure parking. WiFi. Open-plan living room. Skipton 4 miles; Keighley 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1051050)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights From £848

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A stone house with windows and a door at Ellis House in Skipton
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5
Airton, Yorkshire Dales, BD23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Ellis House, a tasteful house nestled in the village of Airton in North Yorkshire, features a warming woodburning stove, Smart TV and rural vistas. Malham 2.6 miles; Gargrave 4.8 miles; Settle 6.4 miles; Skipton 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1168166)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights From £562

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An outdoor area with stone buildings and a tree at Orcaber Farm Barn in Lancaster
1 of 38
5
Austwick near Settle, Yorkshire Dales - South, LA2
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farm Barn, a delightful pet-friendly barn conversion nestled near Austwick in North Yorkshire, boasts a woodburning stove, an enclosed garden. Settle 5 miles (Ref. 1199056)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights From £488

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An outdoor view of a stone building with a patio at Orcaber Farm Retreat in Lancaster
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5
Austwick, North Yorkshire, LA2
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farm Retreat, a charming stone-built cottage on the outskirts of Austwick in North Yorkshire boasts a woodburning stove and nearby amenities. Settle 5.3 miles; Ingleton 6.4 miles; Skipton 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1199055)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV


for 7 nights From £400

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A stone building with multiple doors and windows on a grassy area with hills in the background at The Shepherd's Bothy on Blaenbrynich Farm Libanus near Sennybridge
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5
Libanus near Sennybridge, Mid Wales & Cardigan Bay, LD3
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.5★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Ty Hir at Blaenbrynich Farm is a countryside home in Libanus near Sennybridge, with the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, welcoming two pets. Sennybridge 4.4 miles; Brecon 7.9 miles; Llandovery 16.8 miles. (Ref. 1166910)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights From £367

Last booked 2 days ago
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A house with a stone wall and blue gate at Post Cottage in Arisaig
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1 of 29
5
Arisaig, Highland, PH39
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

  • Sykes rating

Post Cottage is a charming cottage in Arisaig, Scotland with stunning bay views, open-plan living and outside space with patio furniture and a barbecue. Mallaig 7.6 miles, Glenfinnan 18.8 miles, Fort William 35.7 miles. (Ref. 1202617)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights From £461

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A house with a garden and fence at Plas Yn Bonwm in Corwen
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5
Corwen, Denbighshire, LL21
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Plas Yn Bonwm, a well-appointed pet-friendly cottage on the outskirts of Corwen, Denbighshire, boasts a open fire with proximity to Eryri National Park. Llangollen 8.5 miles; Bala 13.1 miles; Ruthin 13.4 miles; Betws-y-Coed 23.4miles. (Ref. 1182502)

  • Pets go free
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights From £501

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A traditional house with timber framing a wooden bench and green lawn at Byways in Madresfield near Malvern
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5
Madresfield, near Malvern, Worcestershire, WR13
  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A beautiful rural detached house resting in Madresfield near Malvern. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Malvern 2.7 miles; Worcester 7.2 miles; Birmingham 35.5 miles. (Ref. 1130488)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Games room


for 7 nights From £1389

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A brick building with double wooden doors and two potted plants outside at Thistle in Barlby
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5
Barlby, Vale of York & Yorkshire Wolds, YO8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely semi-detached cottage situated in the quaint village of Barlby in North Yorkshire. Pet friendly. WiFi. Private garden. Selby 2.2 miles; Cawood 6.1 miles; York 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1018719)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From £363

Last booked 2 days ago
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An outdoor area with a table and chairs at Canal View in Skipton
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5
Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Canal View is a lovely holiday cottage situated in the charming town of Skipton in North Yorkshire with an open-plan living space and near amenities. Grassington 9.5 miles; Harrogate 22.4 miles. (Ref. 1175749)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights From £481

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A house surrounded by trees and a gravel driveway at The Barn in Acton near Bishop's Castle
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5
Acton near Bishop's Castle, Shropshire, SY9
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Barn, a outstanding house situated in the village of Acton in Shropshire boasting a hot tub, woodburning stove, EV charging and woodland views. Montgomery 11.8 miles; Church Stretton 15.2 miles; Ludlow 21.2 miles; Shrewsbury 23.8 miles. (Ref. 1161695)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights From £723

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A house with a front door and patio at Beckdale in Horton-in-Ribblesdale near Settle
New property
1 of 24
5
Horton-in-Ribblesdale near Settle, Yorkshire Dales, BD24
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

  • Sykes rating

Beckdale is a welcoming detached bungalow located in Horton‑in‑Ribblesdale, North Yorkshire, featuring open‑plan living, a woodburning stove and countryside surroundings. Malham 10.6 miles; Skipton 21.6 miles; Kendal 30.8 miles. (Ref. 1204703)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom


for 7 nights From £499

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A stone cottage with windows a bench and potted plants beside the door with a stone wall and paved patio at Small Lane Cottage in Blackwood Hill near Endon
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5
Blackwood Hill near Endon, Staffordshire, ST9
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A simply gorgeous cottage near the Peak District National Park. Stunning Countryside Views. Hot Tub, Games Room. Wood Burning Stove. Leek 5.5 miles; Peak District National Park 8 miles. (Ref. 1097710)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights From £1261

Last booked 2 days ago
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A brick house with a lawn and outdoor seating including a picnic table and a small table with chairs at The Piggery in LLanfair Talhaiarn near Abergele
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5
LLanfair Talhaiarn near Abergele, Conwy, LL22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Piggery is a wonderful holiday cottage resting in an elevated position within easy reach of the North Wales coast in Moelfre near Abergele, Conwy. Colwyn Bay 8.4 miles; Conwy 13.1 miles; Llandudno 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1149731)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From £428

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A stone house with a patio and hot tub surrounded by green fields and stone walls at Crane Field Laithe in Otterburn North Yorkshire
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5
Otterburn, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire Dales, BD23
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

An exceptional detached lodge surrounded by 360 views of countryside landscapes in Otterburn in North Yorkshire. Idyllic setting. Woodburning stove. Pool table. Settle 8 miles; Skipton 9.3 miles (Ref. 962454)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From £1505

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A stone farmhouse with wooden gates and a grassy yard at Plas Iolyn in Pentrefoelas near Betws-Y-Coed
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5
Pentrefoelas near Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy, LL24
  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A stunning six-bedroom home resting in Pentrefoelas near Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy. Hot tub. Games room. Countryside view. Near National Park. Original features. Rural. Llanrwst 12.2 miles; Blaenau Ffestiniog 18.8 miles. (Ref. 1059182)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights From £2188

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Consider yourself a twitcher or all round birdwatching aficionado? Then take a look at our range of self-catering holiday lets for birdwatching. Each of these delightful holiday homes are in areas renowned for their birdwatching opportunities, giving you a great base from which to pull out the binoculars and glass the skies for signs of your favourite chirruper.

Book birdwatching accommodation today!

You'll find our birdwatching cottages near many of the country's best RSPB Bird Reserves including Bempton, Snettisham and Exmouth's Darts Farm, guaranteeing at least a couple of sightings of our feathered friends. What's more, our holiday rentals for birdwatching often feature private gardens, decked terraces and their very own pockets of woodland, so you won't have to travel far to enjoy a spot of birding.

For your chance to experience the joy of a birding holiday, rent one of our birdwatching cottages today.

Please read the area or property description of each cottage for further information.