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A contemporary single-storey holiday home nestled in South Reston, Lincolnshire. Open-plan. Garden. Off-road parking. Countryside location. Little Carlton 3.5 miles; Mablethorpe 9.6 miles; Lincoln 34.7 miles. (Ref. 1081425)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from €525

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A delightful, converted end-terrace cottage in Cumbria. Open plan, well-equipped and comfortable with a cosy open fire. Superb country views. Alston 1 mile. (Ref. 923575)

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3 nights from €503

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West Lodge is a delightful cottage resting in Kirkbean near Southerness, Dumfries and Galloway. Countryside. Off-road parking. Open plan. Ground-floor living. Garden. Dumfries 13.4 miles; Dalbeattie 13.5 miles; Castle Douglas 19.8 miles. (Ref. 1139012)

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3 nights from €827

  • Sleeps5
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A lovely two-bedroom base close in Crossgates, Powys. Countryside location. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Llandrindod Wells 3.6 miles. (Ref. 1103468)

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3 nights from €462

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    4.9

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A charming stone-built couple’s retreat resting in Upper Hulme, near Leek, Staffordshire. Open-plan. In Peak District National Park. Close to pub. Leek 3.8 miles; Buxton 9.5 miles; Bakewell 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1133708)

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3 nights from €480

  • Sleeps4
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    4.8

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A quaint, white-washed cottage resting in Weymouth, Dorset. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Open-plan living. Xbox. Close to beach. Dorchester 5.2 miles; Bridport 17 miles; Lyme Regis 26.3 miles. (Ref. 1113457)

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3 nights from €742

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    4.9

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A contemporary, converted annexe next to the owner's farm on the outskirts of Hathersage, Derbyshire. Open-plan. Family-friendly. Electric fire. Rural location. Off-road parking. Castleton 6.9 miles; Curbar 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1089685)

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3 nights from €534

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    4.8

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Wonderful detached cottage in the centre of the village of Pebworth. Woodburning stove, WiFi, off road parking. Quality holiday home. Ideal for a family. Stratford-upon-Avon 10 miles. (Ref. 935314)

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3 nights from €1225

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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Hideaway Cottage is a charming, three-bedroom abode resting in the heart of Whitby, North Yorkshire. Near amenities, attractions and beach. Sea views. Robin Hood's Bay 6 miles; Scarborough 19.8 miles; Pickering 20.9 miles. (Ref. 1139810)

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3 nights from €778

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  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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This superb Alaskan-style cabin rests near the tranquil village of Clifton on Teme, Worcestershire. Hot tub. Free fishing. Off-road parking. Lakeside views. Great Witley 7.2 miles; Hallow 10.4 miles; Worcester 12.2 miles (Ref. 1080941)

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3 nights from €1004

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.3

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An impressive single-storey holiday cottage in Tunstall near Rendlesham in Suffolk. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Parking. Welcome gift. Woodburning stove. Woodbridge 7.4 miles; Aldeburgh 8.7 miles; Southwold 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1116946)

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3 nights from €703

  • Sleeps4
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    4.8

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This delightful ground-floor apartment is based in Newquay, Cornwall. Country views. Open-plan. Patio area. Holywell 6 miles; Perranporth 8.5 miles. (Ref. 997446)

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3 nights from €1112

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    4.7

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Fabulous contemporary house 150 yards from Challaborough beach. Gated development. Terrace and roof garden with loungers. Light, spacious and stylish. WiFi. Ringmore 2 miles. (Ref. 976228)

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3 nights from €1102

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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This gorgeous detached bungalow rests in Cherry Willingham, Lincolnshire. Pet-friendly. Ground-floor living. Gas fire. Enclosed garden. Lincoln 3.8 miles; Newark 23.2 miles. (Ref. 1074739)

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3 nights from €567

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.6

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A delightful two-bedroom terraced house resting in Loftus, North Yorkshire. Pet-friendly. Excellent walking location. Rural. Near a beach. Hinderwell 5.5 miles; Saltburn-by-the-Sea 5.8 miles; Whitby 14.3 miles. (Ref. 1094265)

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3 nights from €481

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
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A first-floor apartment within a tastefully converted engine shed, situated within the centre of Whitby. Traditional features. WiFi. Scarborough 19.8 miles. (Ref. 1002246)

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3 nights from €905

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A delightful detached cottage nestled in the charming hamlet of Llanrhyddlad, near Cemaes Bay. Pet-friendly. Ground-floor living. Hot tub. Spectacular views. Cemaes Bay 4.8 miles; Amlwch 9.6 miles; Holyhead 11.5 miles. (Ref. 1043479)

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3 nights from €638

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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The School Bakehouse is a wonderful, two-bedroom abode in Bishop's Castle, Shropshire. Near Shropshire Hills AONB. Woodburning stove. Shared tennis court. Montgomery 9.1 miles; Church Stretton 12.7 miles; Ludlow 19.4 miles; Shrewsbury 21.1 miles. (Ref. 15515)

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3 nights from €473

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    4.8

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This charming, two-bedroom chalet rests in Mundesley, Norfolk. Close to amenities. Close to a beach. Pet-friendly. Parking. North Walsham 5.3 miles; Sheringham 12.2 miles; Norwich 21.3 miles. (Ref. 1127413)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from €677

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A delightful, single-storey home resting in Crackington Haven near Wainhouse Corner, Cornwall. Romantic. Pet-friendly. Contemporary. Close to beach and amenities. Crackington Haven 1.2 miles; Widemouth Bay 9.8 miles; Bude 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1129863)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from €626

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