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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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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 £1525

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Manor Farm House is a charming Georgian abode with two woodburning stoves and accepting pets, located in the picturesque village of Bere Regis, Dorset. Wareham 7 miles; Dorchester 11.2 miles; Poole 12.4 miles. (Ref. 1158581)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • £136 off - Fri 10th Jul to 17th Jul 2026

  • £175 off - Fri 31st Jul to 7th Aug 2026


for 7 nights £662

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A bespoke wooden lodge, resting on the outskirts of Greetham village in Rutland, East Midlands. Swimming pool access. Ideal for families. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Oakham 7.8 miles; Leicester 27.4 miles. (Ref. 1075256)

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


for 7 nights £629

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming two-bedroom lodge resting on the Bucklesham Holiday Park in Bucklesham, Suffolk. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Felixstowe 5.9 miles; Ipswich 7 miles. (Ref. 1085822)

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


for 7 nights £586

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Lavender Cottage is a pretty, rural cottage resting in Oxhill near Tysoe, Warwickshire. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Close to a pub. Near to an AONB. Tysoe 4.2 miles; Tysoe 4.2 miles 16.4 miles; Cotswolds AONB 19.4 miles. (Ref. 1159021)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £714

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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A beautiful countryside cottage set in the village of Cornworthy by Dittisham. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Open-plan living space. Dartmouth 6 miles; Dittisham 2.6 miles; (Ref. 1005370)

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


for 7 nights £931

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A cosy, detached cottage on the owners' smallholding with open plan living. WiFi, woodburner, underfloor heating. Enclosed patio with lovely open views. Sandbach 3 miles. (Ref. 26406)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking


for 7 nights £389

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Lovely converted Granary with use of outdoor pool. WiFi, Parking. Bridgewater 5 miles. (Ref. 967265)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £438

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Thomond Hill is a delightful single-storey house with an open fire, generous garden, and near a beach, resting on the outskirts of Narin in County Donegal. Portnoo 1.7 miles; Ardara 5 miles; Glenties 7.6 miles; Dungloe 15 miles; Donegal 15 miles. (Ref. 1164367)

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


for 7 nights £493

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Close to the North Devon coast, Apple Barn combines rustic charm, sweeping views, six‑seater hot tub made for stargazing within Exmoor’s Dark Skies region and games room. North Molton 2.3 miles. (Ref. 1089038)

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


for 7 nights £1377

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely barn conversion nestled in the village of Parracombe, Devon. Balcony with countryside views. WiFi. Woodburning stove. Lynton 7.4 miles; Barnstaple 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1046399)

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


for 7 nights £437

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Drummygar Mains, an imposing, detached holiday home close to Arbroath in Angus on the east coast of Scotland. Hot tub. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Carnoustie 6.1 miles; Dundee 13.4 miles. St Andrews 25.8 miles. (Ref. 1154477)

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


for 7 nights £1043

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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A wonderful single-storey cottage resting rurally in Llanfaredd near Builth Wells, Powys. Views of Wye Valley. Hot tub. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Llandrindod Wells 8.6 miles; Hay-on-Wye 15.8 miles; Elan Valley 18.2 miles; Brecon Beacons 26.6 miles. (Ref. 1118794)

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


for 7 nights £929

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  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Barncroft is an outstanding detached bungalow situated in Tansley, Derbyshire boasting a double-sided log burner, hot tub, and elevated countryside views. Matlock 2 miles; Chesterfield 10.3 miles; Sutton-in-Ashfield 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1158073)

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


for 7 nights £1363

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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A charming, two-bedroom holiday home in Dooros near Woodford, County Galway. En-suite bedrooms. Dog-friendly. Close to a Lough. Portumna 11.7 miles; Loughrea 19.4 miles. (Ref. 1128745)

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


for 7 nights £715

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Superb detached cottage with coastal views near Corsewall Lighthouse on the Rhins Peninsula in Dumfries and Galloway. Excellent quality. Woodburning stove. Coastal walks. Kirkcolm 3.5 miles, Stranraer 10 miles. (Ref. 947014)

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


for 7 nights £812

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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Lovely stone built barn conversion in hamlet of Kirkstanton. Two bedrooms, open plan living area. WiFi Beach 1 mile. Millom 2 miles. (Ref. 8849)

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


for 7 nights £517

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An idyllic, white-washed cottage resting on the outskirts of Carnew, County Wicklow. All-ground-floor. Woodburner. WiFi. Bunclody 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1004044)

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


for 7 nights £360

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This superb detached cottage is nestled on the outskirts of Honiton in East Devon. Woodburning stove. Open-plan living. Cullompton 10.4 miles; Exeter 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1002846)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £1057

This selection of rural holiday cottages is perfect for those looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of life. A slice of bliss with a plethora of great walks at the foot of the door, a rural cottage is ideal for families and couples looking for a recuperating holiday. Rural retreats UK are ideal whatever time of the year, whether it's basking in the sun on open fields or watching the colours change in Autumn, these holiday cottages make a lovely base.

Why Book a UK Rural Retreat?

Country retreats are a great way to lift the spirits, where you can take advantage of the glorious British countryside on foot or horseback and breathe in the earthy air, away from distractions. Ranging from rustic abodes with crackling woodburning stoves and exposed beam ceilings to contemporary builds with a stylish interior, the list is endless with rural retreats cottages. Quainter locations benefit from friendly, traditional pubs to truly soak in the culture, and you can explore the sleepy hamlets to discover unique shops. For more ideas on how to spend your holiday, browse our UK travel guide.

Places to Visit in the UK on a Rural Retreat

Discover the length and breadth of the UK, whether you desire an adventure in the majestic Highlands of Scotland to visit dark lochs and expansive forests or the untamed landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales and you can gather insight into a Yorkshire stay with places to stay in the Yorkshire Dales page. For quintessentially British villages with rolling countryside, explore the charming Cotswolds and get inspiration on where to stay in the Cotswolds here. To delve into the history of the UK, roam the ancient meadows of the wonderful Northumberland countryside, home to sweeping forests and enchanting sites.

Types of Holidays

For a majestic escape with the whole family, plus your canine companion, secure a stay at dog-friendly cottages with an enclosed garden.

For a celebratory getaway with all your friends and family, why not browse these large holiday cottages and there are large luxury cottages for a truly fabulous holiday?

To stargaze on a romantic trip, there's also a collection of cottages with hot tubs and glamping pods with hot tubs to explore as well. Alternatively, this collection of rustic cottages and these canalside cottages are well worth checking out too, as well as these cottages near railway stations if you're looking for a more built-up area to stay in.

If you're wanting even more options of countryside escapes, be sure to browse through this wonderful collection of country cottages.