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This stylish property rests in the lively town of Newquay, Cornwall. Superb garden with river views and firepit. Close to amenities. Close to beach. Off-road parking. Perranporth 9.4 miles; Truro 13.5 miles; Padstow 16.4 miles. (Ref. 1057762)

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  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £583

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    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)

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

7 nights from £1102

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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

7 nights from £821

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

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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)

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

7 nights from £2789

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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St Aidans is a wonderful, pet-friendly holiday house situated in the town of Alnwick in Northumberland with an indulgent hot tub for guests. Alnmouth 4.6 miles; Rothbury 12 miles; Bamburgh 16.7 miles. (Ref. 1140260)

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

7 nights from £1546

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

7 nights from £806

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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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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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £1614

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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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

7 nights from £1190

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  • 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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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £852

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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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)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from £1546

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A fantastic Grade II listed holiday home resting in Conwy, Conwy. Gas flame-effect stove. Close to beach. Near Snowdonia National Park. Luxurious. Llandudno 4.5 miles; Betws-y-Coed 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1108480)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £1015

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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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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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £481

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Pastures Barn, a gorgeous barn conversion, is situated on the outskirts of Leek, Staffordshire, boasting a woodburning stove, a sauna, and a hot tub. Buxton 13.4 miles; Ashbourne 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1164378)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from £1197

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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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)

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

7 nights from £1369

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Standby Generator Bunker, an impressive abode, rests in rural Ringstead in Dorset, enjoying sea views, a pet-friendly policy, and a woodburning stove. Dorchester 8.3 miles; Bridport 23.1 miles. (Ref. 1137374)

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

7 nights from £1001

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine
  • Games room
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7 nights from £677

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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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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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £663

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    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)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £1685

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  • 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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7 nights from £593

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A quaint lodge nestled on a small holding near Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria.Sykes GEM Silver Winner of Best Newcomer 2023. Pet-friendly. Romantic. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Penrith 17.9 miles; Barnard Castle 22.2 miles; Carlisle 36.4 miles. (Ref. 1107447)

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  • Off-road parking

7 nights from £401

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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.