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Rural Retreats: UK Cottages

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A charming annexe to the owner's home, one mile from the centre of Dunblane in Kippenross, Stirlingshire. Off-road parking. WiFi. Picturesque countryside views. Stirling 5.5 miles; Loch Lomond & The Trossachs Nation Park 20.1 miles; Perth 29.7 miles. (Ref. 1053940)

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7 nights from £323

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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Fabulous secluded location. Surrounded by mature trees and hills. River close by. Spacious, comfortable and well-equipped. Woodburning stove. Kincraig 4 miles. (Ref. 924430)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £585

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A quaint cottage tucked away in the heart of Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. Open-plan living. One pet welcome. Central location. Within National Park. Sedbergh 14.1 miles. Hawes 16.6 miles; Kendal 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1059537)

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7 nights from £374

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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Traditional semi-detached Victorian country cottage, on a working arable farm near Bridgnorth. Comfortable accommodation with woodburning stove. WiFi. Excellent walking, cycling and fishing. Bridgnorth 3 miles. (Ref. 22221)

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7 nights from £423

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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15 Main Street is a charming, two-bedroom holiday home residing in Cruden Bay, Aberdeenshire. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Near the Cairngorms National Park. Peterhead 8.2 miles; Ellon 11.1 miles; Aberdeen 23.2 miles. (Ref. 1141513)

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7 nights from £469

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.8

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A character cottage based on the outskirts of St Just, Cornwall. Open fire. Washing machine. Off-road parking. Penzance 7.8 miles; St Ives 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1125915)

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7 nights from £425

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A picture-postcard cottage tucked away in Buckshead, Cornwall. Romantic dwelling. Pet-free. Close to the city. Perranporth 10.6 miles; Newquay 13.6 miles; Gorran Haven 15.7 miles. (Ref. 1057336)

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7 nights from £386

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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Lovely terraced holiday home in beautiful Gatehouse of Fleet in Dumfries and Galloway. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Pets welcome. Ideal base for touring, walking and cycling. Kirkcudbright 8 miles. (Ref. 924313)

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7 nights from £427

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  • Bedrooms2
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This pretty, two-bedroom holiday home rests in Pickering, North Yorkshire. Near a National Park. Enclosed garden. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Kirkbymoorside 7.8 miles; Helmsley 13.4 miles; Scarborough 18.3 miles; Whitby 20.5 miles; York 26.3 miles. (Ref. 1017413)

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7 nights from £498

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A delightful, elevated, semi-detached cottage with mountain views resting in Dolwyddelan, Conwy, in the Snowdonia National Park. Close to amenities. Smart TV. Lovely countryside views. Betws-y-Coed 5.9 miles. (Ref. 1050800)

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7 nights from £452

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.6

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A charming single-storey property resting in Shepherd’s Dene near Corbridge, Northumberland. Smart TV. Romantic. Rural. Near an AONB. Hexham 5.8 miles; Newcastle 18.9 miles. (Ref. 1059259)

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7 nights from £464

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  • Sleeps4
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    4.6

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This marvellous, detached lodge sits on a farm by the coast on the outskirts of Port Isaac, Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Child-friendly. Designated parking. Polzeath 5.9 miles; Wadebridge 7.3 miles; Padstow 15.2 miles. (Ref. 1089254)

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7 nights from £372

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    4.7

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A charming Buckinghamshire cottage offering magnificent views over the surrounding countryside, on the edge of the of village of Ashendon. Warming AGA in the kitchen and cosy open fire in the sitting room. Aylesbury 10 miles. (Ref. 28928)

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7 nights from £428

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7 nights from £290

  • Sleeps4
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    4.8

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This delightful ground-floor cottage resting in the town of Kelso, Scottish Borders. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Jedburgh 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1017426)

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7 nights from £343

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This incredible Grade II Listed Georgian house rests on the outskirts of Cornworthy in Devon. On private estate. Indoor & outdoor heated swimming pools. Luxury interior. Totnes 6.2 miles; Dartmouth 8 miles; Salcombe 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1038868)

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  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Games room

7 nights from £2520

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.3

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A charming, five-bedroom holiday home resting in Port Isaac, Cornwall. Woodburning stove. Near Beach. Bedrooms with en-suites. Sea-views. Polzeath 6.6 miles; Padstow 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1095754)

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7 nights from £1143

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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A fantastic bungalow located in the countryside outside the county Donegal town of Creeslough. Pet-friendly. Open fire. Creeslough 2.5 miles. Letterkenny 18 miles. Dunfanaghy 5 miles. (Ref. 935559)

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  • Sky TV

7 nights from £305

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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The Bindery, an exceptional holiday apartment nestled in Broadway village in The Cotswolds. Single-storey. Close to amenities. Smart TV. En-suite. Evesham 6.1 miles; Stow-on-the-Wold 11.5 miles; Tewkesbury 15.4 miles; Cheltenham 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1151451)

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7 nights from £607

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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Gunn's Cottage, a lovely holiday cottage tucked up by Derrylin, County Fermanagh. En-suites. Beautiful views. Woodburing stove. Conservatory. Lake views. Fivemiletown 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1139868)

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7 nights from £740

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.