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Waterside Breaks

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A stone-built, detached Ballinrobe cottage with Wifi just a short walk from the shores of Lough Mask. Cosy, comfortable accommodation with a woodburner and exposed stone walls. Ballinrobe 2 miles. (Ref. 4191)

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7 nights from €575

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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Superbly located first floor apartment in heart of Betws-y-Coed, overlooking village green. Perfectly situated for village amenities and local activities. Blaenau Ffestiniog 11 miles. (Ref. 16719)

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7 nights from €952

  • Sleeps5
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A charming, mid-terrace resting in Rothbury, Northumberland. Enclosed garden. Conservatory. Close to amenities. Alnwick 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1092415)

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7 nights from €579

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This homely, single-storey annex is situated on the outskirts of Kingsbury Episcopi, towards to larger village of Martock, in Somerset. Wheelchair-friendly. Woodburning stove. No pets. Yeovil 10 miles; Taunton 17.2 miles; Lyme Regis 25.4 miles. (Ref. 985403)

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  • 10% off - Fri 2nd Aug to 27th Sep 2024

7 nights from €460

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Keepers Cottage is a rustic, three-bedroom holiday dwelling located in Shobdon, Herefordshire. Near Shropshire Hills AONB. On-site facilities. Enclosed garden. Leominster 8.7 miles; Ludlow 13.4 miles; Hereford 18.5 miles. (Ref. 1139449)

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7 nights from €548

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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 €416

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This ground-floor cottage can be found within the charming village of Hunmanby in North Yorkshire. Pet-friendly. In reach of the North York Moors National Park. Close to the beach. Train station. Filey 3.1 miles; Bridlington 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1025308)

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7 nights from €416

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Cosy Cottage is a beautiful stone-built cottage resting in the charming village of Ambleside, Cumbria. In National Park. Lakeside. Woodburning stove. Windermere 4.9 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 5.8 miles; Keswick 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1145464)

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A charming annexe resting in the delightful village of Ducklington near Witney, Oxfordshire. Near an AONB. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Garden. Oxford 14.2 miles; Bibury 17 miles; Bourton-on-the-Water 21.4 miles; Stow-on-the-Wold 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1136100)

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7 nights from €483

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
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Located in the charming village of Grasmere, Hollens Cottage is perfect for families and friends. Pet friendly. Off road parking for 3 cars. Patio garden. Bike Storage. Pub 10 mins walk. (Ref. 1042004)

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7 nights from €1136

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A beautiful ground floor lodge resting on the 240-hectare estate of Crathes Castle, found in Crathes near Banchory, Aberdeenshire. Private garden. Character. Portlethen 14.2 miles; Aberdeen 17.3 miles; Alford 22.3 miles miles. (Ref. 1060437)

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A unique, detached barn conversion found on 14 acres of beautiful land on the outskirts of Toddington, Gloucestershire. Lake. Woodburning stove. Jukebox. Evesham 9.1 miles; Cheltenham 11.7 miles; Gloucester 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1050562)

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7 nights from €597

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A contemporary, three-storey townhouse resting in Todmorden, West Yorkshire. Close to amenities. Stylish. Enclosed garden. Countryside views. Todmorden 2.4 miles; Rochdale 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1118615)

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7 nights from €613

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This stunning property is situated in Pill, Somerset. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Enclosed terrace. Bristol 6.5 miles; Mendip Hill AONB 18.4 miles. (Ref. 1004304)

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7 nights from €562

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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Horseshoe Cottage is a detached cottage set beside a lake in the village of Pentney near Upper Marham, Norfolk. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Rural surroundings. Swaffham 8.2 miles; King's Lynn 9.2 miles; Norfolk Coast AONB 29.3 miles. (Ref. 1130744)

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7 nights from €696

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Red Kite Lodge is a delightful, stone-built cottage settled into the countryside of Talley near Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire. Off-road parking. Countryside views. Llandeilo 7.4 miles; Bannau Brycheiniog National Park 8.5 miles; Carmarthen 22.1 miles (Ref. 1134752)

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7 nights from €561

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A delightful cottage resting within the pretty village of Burniston, near Scalby in North Yorkshire. Gas fire. Enclosed patio area. Scarborough 3.5 miles; Filey 11 miles. (Ref. 1009858)

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7 nights from €451

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Three superb Peak District cottages, stunning barn conversions with fabulous views. Open fire, oak beams, walking from doorstep. Leek 4 miles. (Ref. 3565)

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7 nights from €654

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A beautiful detached cottage resting beside a loch on the Isle of Skye. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Garden. Lake and mountain views. Broadford 7.1 miles; Portree 18.5 miles. (Ref. 1034044)

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7 nights from €1031

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A lovely cottage in a stunning lochside location surrounded by mountains. Cosy, comfortable accommodation, sea and mountain views, use of jetty close by. Ideal for family or friends. Poolewe 3 miles. (Ref. 8506)

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7 nights from €448

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.