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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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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. 1124606)

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


for 7 nights From €737

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A delightful thatched cottage 100 yards from Lough Derg. Open fire, original parlour, rowing boat available from owner. Woodford 6 miles. (Ref. 30577)

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


for 7 nights From €703

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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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)

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


for 7 nights From €1029

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From €2125

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Holly Dale, an impressive retreat, rests on the outskirts of Leek in Staffordshire, boasting a hot tub, a woodburning stove, and a pet-friendly policy. Buxton and Ashbourne 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1164383)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights From €1939

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

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)

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


for 7 nights From €920

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This fabulous, two-storey barn conversion rests in Kirk Langley near Brailsford, Derbyshire. Hot tub. Off-road parking. En-suite bedrooms. Ground-floor living. Derby 6.7 miles; Ashbourne 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1079448)

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


for 7 nights From €1555

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From €1370

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 15% off - Fri 24th Jul to 1st Aug 2026


for 7 nights From €1105

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Bryn Hafod is a stunning single-storey studio-style lodge in Llanddewi, Powys, with a hot tub, sauna and enclosed garden with countryside views. Builth Wells 16.4 miles; Hereford 40.6 miles (Ref. 1114633)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub


for 7 nights From €656

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Leafield House is a stunning, luxury holiday home set amongst countryside in Upper Seagry, Wiltshire. Cinema room and library. Freestanding baths. Chippenham 5.4 miles; Malmesbury 5.6 miles. (Ref. 1044785)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room


for 7 nights From €3208

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A spectacular church conversion set in the village of Chale Green, Isle of Wight. Coastal setting. Grand interiors. Spacious accommodation. Open-plan living. Shanklin 8.2 miles; Newport 9.6 miles; Totland 12.4 miles. (Ref. 1066825)

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


for 7 nights From €1192

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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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)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine
  • Games room


for 7 nights From €857

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Beautiful barn conversion located between Ellesmere and Shrewsbury, near the market town of Wem. Conservatory with hot tub. WiFi. (Ref. 998662)

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


for 7 nights From €644

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From €682

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From €743

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

An enchanting stone, barn conversion resting in the village of Porthpean, near Charlestown, in Cornwall. Hot tub. Sea and country views. En-suites. Games room. Charlestown 1.5 miles; Pentewan 2.1 miles. (Ref. 986088)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room


for 7 nights From €2951

  • Sleeps21
  • Bedrooms9
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Five Bells Inn is an impressive, former pub resting in the village of Upwell, Norfolk. Bar area. WiFi. Hot tub. Off-road parking. En-suite bedrooms. Wisbech 6.4 miles; King's Lynn 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1145750)

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


for 7 nights From €5694

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Lydgate Cottage is an original cottage sitting in the heart of Eyam, Derbyshire. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Near amenities. In National Park. Tideswell 5.2 miles; Bakewell 6.8 miles. (Ref. 1066992)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights From €872

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From €1813

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.