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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)

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


for 7 nights £777

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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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)

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


for 7 nights £530

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    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 £897

  • 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)

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


for 7 nights £1283

  • 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)

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


for 7 nights £2151

  • 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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly
  • £404 off - Fri 9th Jan to 30th Jan 2026


for 7 nights £1438

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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 £1685

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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The Grove is a delightful cottage located in the village of Wolfsdale in Pembrokeshire. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. St. Davids 13.7 miles; Narberth 14.5 miles; Pembroke 15.7 miles; Saundersfoot 22 miles; Tenby 23.6 miles. (Ref. 1160408)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 5% off - Tue 6th Jan to 23rd Jan 2026


for 7 nights £897

  • 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
  • 20% off - Fri 2nd Jan to 11th Jan 2026


for 7 nights £814

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    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
  • 20% off - Wed 17th Dec to 29th Dec 2025

  • 20% off - Mon 5th Jan to 23rd Jan 2026

  • 15% off - Sun 25th Jan to 16th Feb 2026


for 7 nights £572

  • 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


for 7 nights £1409

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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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)

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


for 7 nights £456

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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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 £656

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A quaint pod situated in a country location in Marston Montgomery, near Ashbourne. Romantic dwelling. Pet free. Hot tub. Uttoxeter 5.2 miles; Ashbourne 7.2 miles. (Ref. 1125125)

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


for 7 nights £583

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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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


for 7 nights £1524

  • 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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
  • £495 off - Fri 31st Jul to 7th Aug 2026

  • £741 off - Fri 7th Aug to 14th Aug 2026


for 7 nights £1615

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Luxury holiday home in a beautiful rural location near historic Dartmouth (a 10 minute-drive away). Flexible family friendly accommodation with four en suite bedrooms. Dog-friendly, accepting 2 dogs. Parking for four cars. Firepit and terrace. (Ref. 995294)

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


for 7 nights £1826

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Marvellous shepherd's hut nestled within the wooded grounds of Little Silver House in North Devon. Superb country views. WiFi. Private hot tub. Golf Buggy. Shop and pub 1.7 miles. (Ref. 1000434)

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


for 7 nights £526

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    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 £643

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Birches is a stunning detached property resting in a quiet location within walking distance of the centre of the town of Windermere. Off-road parking. Bowness-on-Windermere 0.8 miles; Ambleside 4.9 miles; Coniston 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1136763)

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


for 7 nights £1303

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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.