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Waters Edge is a delightful, detached lodge settled into the countryside of Talkin, near Brampton, Cumbria. Close to a tarn. Woodburning stove. Countryside views. Brampton 2.4 miles; North Pennines AONB 9.4 miles; Carlisle 12.6 miles. (Ref. 1141976)

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7 nights from £859

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Polperro Road, a stunningly-presented holiday lodge located in the beautiful coastal town of Looe, Cornwall. Pet-friendly. En-suite master. Sea views. Polperro 4.1 miles. (Ref. 1137398)

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7 nights from £440

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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This delightful, detached Swiss-style cottage is located in Lochawe, Scotland. Woodburner. WiFi. Open-plan living. Taynuilt 9.2 miles; Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1009436)

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7 nights from £487

  • Sleeps2
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    4.9

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This private cottage is a perfect romantic retreat in Kirkbean near New Abbey, Scotland. Woodburning stove. WiFi. New Abbey 4.5 miles; Dumfries 11.7 miles; Castle Douglas 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1027035)

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7 nights from £362

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Strawberry Cottage, a beautifully-presented, detached abode set in Wester Essendy near Dunkeld in Scotland. Woodburning stove. Single-storey. Countryside. Blairgowrie 3 miles; Dunkeld 7 miles; Perth 15.7 miles; Pitlochry 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1153652)

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7 nights from £774

  • Sleeps2
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This ground floor barn conversion rests on the fringes of Kirk Langley in Derbyshire. King-size bed. En-suite. Off-road parking. Derby 6.8 miles; Ashbourne 7.3 miles. (Ref. 1012614)

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7 nights from £374

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Lane Head Cottage is a traditional stone cottage sitting in the rural village of Alderwasley with a toasty woodburning stove and superb country views. Matlock 5.2 miles; Bakewell 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1173986)

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7 nights from £538

  • Sleeps4
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    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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7 nights from £608

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    4.9

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Saorsa is an inviting lodge resting in the lakeside village of St Fillans, Perthshire. Stunning views. Elevated position. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Comrie 5.3 miles; Crieff 11.8 miles; Perth 29.5 miles. (Ref. 1158185)

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7 nights from £540

  • Sleeps4
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Low Grounds Cottage, a wonderful holiday bungalow resting just outside Harome, North Yorkshire. Woodburning stove. Rural location. Private driveway. Kirkbymoorside 6 miles; Pickering 13.1 miles; Thirsk 17.7 miles; York 23.7 miles. (Ref. 1153174)

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7 nights from £490

  • Sleeps2
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    5.0

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Nithbank Cottage is a romantic single-storey cottage near the village of Thornhill in Dumfries and Galloway, boasting a woodburning stove and allows pets. Dumfries 16.5 miles; Ayr 43.1 miles; Glasgow 60.8 miles. (Ref. 1118296)

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7 nights from £470

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A characterful detached Grade II listed watermill set amid the nine acre grounds of the owner’s home, 0.75 miles from the village of Grafton Flyford. Exposed wall and ceiling beams. Original mill-workings. Expansive duck ponds. Pershore 7 miles. (Ref. 930672)

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7 nights from £638

  • Sleeps4
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    4.9

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A superb holiday accommodation resting in Castle Douglas. Lake views. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Close to amenities. Dumfries 18.4 miles. (Ref. 1006970)

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7 nights from £408

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Bramble Cottage, a superb, detached abode located in Wester Essendy near Dunkeld in Scotland. Woodburning stove. Single-storey. Countryside. Loch views. Blairgowrie 3 miles; Dunkeld 7 miles; Perth 15.7 miles; Pitlochry 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1153653)

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7 nights from £774

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A well-positioned, duplex apartment resting in the heart of Haworth, West Yorkshire. Countryside views. Near National Park. Characterful. Close to amenities and attractions. Hebden Bridge 8.6 miles; Skipton 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1132083)

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7 nights from £490

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    5.0

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Lakeside View is part of the beautiful Landing How Estate at Lakeside, Cumbria. In Lake District National Park. Off-road parking. Private. Windermere Train Station 9.9 miles; Kendal 12.7 miles; Ambleside 13 miles. (Ref. 1140421)

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7 nights from £671

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
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    4.7

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The Granary, a stunning cottage in the hamlet of Hopton in Derbyshire boasting en-suite facilities, a toasty woodburning stove and indoor swimming pool. Carsington 0.2 miles; Wirksworth 2.3 miles; Ashbourne 7 miles; Bakewell 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1169558)

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7 nights from £1840

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Pear Tree Lodge is a raised treehouse-style lodge in the countryside of Combe, near Langport, Somerset. Near AONB. Woodburning stove. Rural location. Langport 1.1 miles; Somerton 4.9 miles; Taunton 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1144769)

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7 nights from £360

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    4.7

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7 Craikewells is a delightful, single-storey house situated in the village of Flamborough in East Riding of Yorkshire, boasting an enclosed garden. Bridlington 4.8 miles; Filey 11.5 miles; Scarborough 18.6 miles. (Ref. 1171874)

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7 nights from £424

  • Sleeps2
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    4.9

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A fantastic studio-style shepherds hut resting in Heads Nook, Cumbria. Open-plan. Romantic. Stunning views. Hot tub. Barbecue. Brampton 5.6 miles; Carlisle 8.2 miles; Penrith 19 miles. (Ref. 1107439)

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7 nights from £578

When it comes to escaping the busyness of everyday life, what can be more relaxing than a retreat near a trickling river, the calming sea, a quaint canal or a scenic lake? This collection of lettings make wonderful bases for any waterside holiday whilst accommodating families, couples or friends who want to make the most of the UK's and Ireland's stunning bodies of water.

Why Waterside Breaks?

With a huge range of waterside cottages to choose from, there is bound to be something to suit your tastes. Perhaps you'd like to stay by the sea, where you can enjoy idyllic outings at the harbour, before wandering down to the beach to sunbathe on the shore, go rock pooling or surf along the coast?

If you enjoy livelier waterside breaks, then cycling or hiking along a river or canal could be ideal for you; maybe you could discover a couple of enchanting waterfalls on the way! Waterside holidays are also ideal for those angling enthusiasts seeking a secluded getaway where they can simply settle down by a lake with a fishing rod in hand.

Places to Visit near Waterside Breaks

If a coastal break is what you prefer, then why not travel towards the South West to Cornwall with its rocky beauty of Kynance Cove and surf-centric sands of Tolcarne Beach, or venture South East to Kent , home to Margate Beach and its abundance of amusements?

If beautiful lakes are more to your fancy, then a break in Ireland may be for you, with its scenic Lough Ree offering stunning views from Barley Harbour, or perhaps you'd like to visit Loch Ness in Scotland; home to boat tours through the mystical waters?

Of course, the Lake District is also a superb setting for waterside holiday cottages, with the beautiful lakes of Windermere and Ullswater beckoning sailing enthusiasts and windsurfers!

Those after action-packed breaks will certainly enjoy venturing to the Peak District , where the exhilarating activities kayaking and canoeing can be enjoyed in its waters, including Tittesworth Reservoir, the River Derwent and Carsington Water.