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Rural Retreats: UK Cottages

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    4.9Outstanding

    10 Ratings

A Grade II listed barn conversion settled into the town of Chipping Sodbury, Gloucestershire. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Bristol 13.2 miles; Chippenham 19.6 miles; Portishead 27.7 miles. (Ref. 1122756)

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

7 nights from £432

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0Perfect

    3 Ratings

The Barn rests in Hollings Green, near Sandbach, Cheshire. Off-road parking. EV charging. Rural location. Sandbach 2.6 miles; Middlewich 3.3 miles; Peak District National Park 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1139266)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
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  • Games room

7 nights from £527

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0Perfect

    46 Ratings

This superb detached lodge is situated in Bamburgh, Northumberland. WiFi. Multi-fuel stove. En-suite. Seahouses 3 miles; Alnwick 12 miles. (Ref. 1002945)

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

7 nights from £972

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0Perfect

    66 Ratings

A delightful, high quality barn, just one mile from the centre of Salisbury. Perfect retreat for a couple or family. (Ref. 988868)

  • Pet free
  • Wi-fi
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £611

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7Excellent

    24 Ratings

A wonderful two-bedroom, first-floor apartment resting in Malton, North Yorkshire. Close to amenities. Near the North York Moors National Park. Romantic. Electric fire. York 18 miles; Scarborough 23 miles. (Ref. 1073561)

  • Pet free
  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from £329

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9Outstanding

    56 Ratings

This delightful, semi-detached bungalow resides in Garstang, Lancashire. Ground-floor living. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Lancaster 7 miles; Morecambe 17.2 miles. (Ref. 1082520)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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7 nights from £358

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0Perfect

    46 Ratings

Luxury bungalow on edge Alberbury village. Wonderfully equipped contemporary accommodation. Two wet room en-suites. Full body shower. Hot tub and sauna. All-weather pool table and table tennis. Perfect for families or groups of friends. (Ref. 29336)

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

7 nights from £1191

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.6Very good

    27 Ratings

Charming open plan cottage, converted stable, in heart of pretty Levisham. Use of walled garden. Pets welcome. WiFi. Easy access to Moors & Coast. Pickering 6 miles, Whitby 17 miles. (Ref. 1136)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £269

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9Outstanding

    30 Ratings

Luxury character cottage in the Newlands Valley. En-suite shower room. Luxury bathroom. Peaceful private garden. Wood burner. Wi-Fi. Off road parking. Keswick 4 miles. (Ref. 972594)

  • Pet free
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £803

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8Excellent

    52 Ratings

This romantic detached bungalow resides on the outskirts of Pickering, North Yorkshire. WiFi. Remote. Garden. Woodburning stove. Kirkbymoorside 7.5 miles; Helmsley 13 miles; Scarborough 18.5 miles. (Ref. 1062267)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £306

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.6Very good

    35 Ratings

A beautiful and spacious, semi-detached barn conversion, less than a mile away from the small village of Cockshutt. En-suites, character features, WiFi. Ideal for families and friends to enjoy whatever the season. Ellesmere 5 miles. (Ref. 930312)

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

7 nights from £933

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.5Very good

    41 Ratings

Fantastic, romantic cottage with fabulous fell views. WiFi. Off road parking. Lake Windermere close by. Ambleside 2.3 miles. (Ref. 989675)

  • Pet free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from £441

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6Very good

    40 Ratings

This charming, detached cottage sits in Briston, Norfolk. Beamed ceilings. Open fire. Garden. Dog-friendly. Holt 4.8 miles; Fakenham 10.7 miles; Sheringham 11.2 miles; Dereham 16.3 miles, Norfolk Broads 24.3 miles. (Ref. 12091)

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

7 nights from £418

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8Excellent

    17 Ratings

A quirky single-storey studio-style lodge settled on the grounds of Grange Track Barn in Kildwick near Cross Hills, on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Open-plan. Garden. Rural. Romantic. Skipton 4.9 miles; Keighley 5.9 miles; Haworth 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1094779)

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

7 nights from £336

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.5Very good

    34 Ratings

Wonderful detached cottage located in the hamlet of Pinchinthorpe, just outside Guisborough in North Yorkshire. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Hotel/restaurant next door. (Ref. 998097)

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

7 nights from £938

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.4Very good

    22 Ratings

Gorgeous town house in the heart of Chipping Norton. A good size and a heart beat from the bars and restaurants of this popular market town. Super spot!! (Ref. 988676)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £655

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    3.9Good

    29 Ratings

Situated within the grounds of the Ammerdown Centre near Radstock. Ground floor bedroom, private patio, use of shared grounds. Radstock 2.7 miles. (Ref. 947449)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £637

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    3.9Good

    32 Ratings

Immaculate large country house on the Rothay River close to Ambleside. Sleeps 8, 4 bedooms & 4 bathrooms. Beautiful views and outside space. (Ref. 1041806)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

7 nights from £961

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8Excellent

    46 Ratings

A detached bungalow, resting within the town of Filey. Ground floor accommodation. WiFi. Shop and pub within 10-minute walk. Scarborough 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1000690)

  • Pet free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

7 nights from £455

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

This neat, single-storey pod rests in Aldbrough, East Riding of Yorkshire. Decking. Countryside. Studio-style. Hornsea 8.1 miles; Hull 10.9 miles; Beverley 16.6 miles; Bridlington 22.6 miles. (Ref. 1129596)

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

7 nights from £298

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 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 Holiday

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 are also a collection of cottages with hot tubs.