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Balog Farm is a wonderfully-designed, detached abode situated in Llaneilian enjoying the tranquil sea views of Anglesey. Smart TV. Ground floor living. Bull Bay 4 miles; Cemaes 7.7 miles; Holyhead 22 miles; Llangefni 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1066803)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £821

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

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A charming holiday home nested in the countryside near Meonstoke, Hampshire. Woodburning stove. Dog-friendly. In South Downs National Park. New Alresford 10.1 miles; Winchester 12.1 miles; Portsmouth 15.4 miles (Ref. 1113322)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1111

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

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This beautifully-presented cottage rests in Bellingham, Northumberland. En-suite bedrooms. Off-road parking. Romantic. Pet-free. Close to amenities. Kielder Water 14.7 miles; Hadrian's Wall 29.3 miles; Corbridge 17.6 miles; Hexham 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1056875)

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for 7 nights £653

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Kalipé is a lovely, lochside cottage resting in the countryside of Fearnan near Kenmore, Perth and Kinross. Near National Park. Lakeside views. Kenmore 3.7 miles; Aberfeldy 10 miles; Cairngorms National Park 28.2 miles. (Ref. 1133678)

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for 7 nights £608

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Weirglodd, a delightful holiday pod close to Cyffylliog in Denbighshire, North Wales. Hot tub. Rural views. Romantic setting. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Bala 18.3 miles; Llangollen 20 miles; Betws-y-Coed 20.5 miles; Chester 30.5 miles. (Ref. 1159392)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine
  • Games room


for 7 nights £814

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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A stunning, three-bedroom farmhouse enjoying sea views in Bollowal near St Just, Cornwall. Luxury. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Cinema room. Sea views. Contemporary. Penzance 8 miles; St Ives 15 miles. (Ref. 1136807)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1690

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Swyn Llyr is a superb detached house in Rhosneigr, Anglesey boasting a woodburning stove, a hot tub, a cinema room, two games rooms and stunning sea views. Llangefni 11.7 miles; Holyhead 12.3 miles; Trearddur Bay 12.9 miles. (Ref. 1155679)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £1962

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A contemporary barn conversion, surrounded by countryside in the Pateley Bridge area of North Yorkshire. Stunning scenery. Landscaped gardens. Mezzanine bedroom. Grassington 11.2 miles; Ripon 12.4 miles; Harrogate 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1043787)

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for 7 nights £446

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A wing of a former Court House providing first class accommodation in the heart of Three peaks country. Stylish and full of character this romantic retreat is ideal to get away from it all and enjoy village life in the Dales. (Ref. 980529)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £320

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This charming cottage rests in Ashbourne, Derbyshire. Hot tub. Close to Alton Towers. Countryside views. Matlock 17.6 miles, Ticknall 28.1 miles, Bolsover 33.3 miles. (Ref. 1053986)

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for 7 nights £852

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

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A luxury log cabin situated next to the owner’s home in Prestatyn, North Wales. Barbecue. Off-road parking. Romantic dwelling. Coastal views. Colwyn Bay 17.5 miles; Conwy 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1108733)

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for 7 nights £456

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
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Grove Farm is a wonderful detached farmhouse, set over three floors, resting in the quaint village of Cardington in Shropshire with en-suite bedrooms. Shrewsbury 13.4 miles; Ludlow 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1093859)

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for 7 nights £1733

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

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A delightful, two-bedroom barn conversion resting in Ashburton Down near Ashburton, Devon. Pet-friendly. In National Park. Countryside views. Contemporary. Woodburning stove. Newton Abbot 7.1 miles; Torquay 14.3 miles; Plymouth 28.4 miles. (Ref. 1112988)

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for 7 nights £537

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    5.0

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Parlour Barn is a charming barn conversion situated on the outskirts of Leek, Staffordshire. Woodburner. Sauna. Enclosed garden. Hot tub. Shared game room. Alton Towers 9.3 miles; Buxton 13.4 miles; Ashbourne 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1164375)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
  • £400 off - Fri 24th Jul to 31st Jul 2026

  • £494 off - Sat 1st Aug to 8th Aug 2026

  • £511 off - Sun 9th Aug to 16th Aug 2026

  • £511 off - Mon 17th Aug to 24th Aug 2026


for 7 nights £1078

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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The Old Byre is a charming cottage located outside of the quaint village of Woodfalls in Wiltshire. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Downton 1.4 miles; Salisbury 9.3 miles; Southampton 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1132194)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £799

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Pod 2 is a delightful holiday pod close to Cyffylliog in Denbighshire, North Wales. Hot tub. Rural views. Romantic setting. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Bala 18.3 miles; Llangollen 20 miles; Betws-y-Coed 20.5 miles; Chester 30.5 miles. (Ref. 1159391)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine
  • Games room
  • 15% off - Sun 16th Nov to 1st Dec 2025

  • 15% off - Mon 1st Dec to 22nd Dec 2025


for 7 nights £673

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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This fabulous semi-detached, three-storey cottage is resting on the outskirts of Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. In a National Park. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Bedrooms with en-suites. Windermere 1.7 miles: Ambleside 5.8 miles; Kendal 9 miles. (Ref. 1065820)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV


for 7 nights £1389

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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Thorn Cottage is a charming mid-terrace cottage with a furnished garden, near shops and pubs, situated in the town of Fairford in Gloucestershire. Cirencester 9.3 miles; Malmesbury 20.6 miles. (Ref. 1124035)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £591

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Yes Deer is a delightful pod based in a country location in Marston Montgomery, near Ashbourne. Ideal for couples. Pet free. Hot tub. Uttoxeter 5.2 miles; Ashbourne 8 miles. (Ref. 1144952)

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


for 7 nights £686

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Style Cottage, is a delightful cottage located in the town of Keswick in Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Romantic. Near Lake. Pet-friendly. In National Park. Ullswater 17 miles; Windermere 20.8 miles. (Ref. 1110892)

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for 7 nights £593

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Welcome to the Sykes Gems 2025 Winners List, which celebrates the hard work and excellence of our property owners! These properties were judged throughout August by a panel of Judges that included:

  • James Shaw, Managing Director of Sykes Holiday Cottages
  • Harriet Kerr, Portfolio Director
  • Luke Squires, Customer Experience Director
  • Sophie Swietochowski, Assistant Travel Editor at The Sun

 

Begin your next adventure today by booking one of these fabulous properties! Learn more about the Sykes Gems Awards in our 2025 winners blog.