Book Self-Catering Holiday Cottages For Active Holidays
Scroll down to find a choice of self-catering cottages suitable for those seeking an active holiday involving sporting or outdoor pursuits. Whether walking in England, climbing mountains in Scotland, riding rapids or zip wires in Wales, the holiday cottages listed here will be near an attractive choice of activities to enjoy in the great outdoors. Many activity cottages will offer on-site facilities such as fishing, swimming pools and tennis courts or will be surrounded by long, bracing walks in the country or along the miles of scenic coastal footpaths.
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- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Orchard View is a charming rural retreat nestled in the picturesque village of Goodleigh, North Devon. This newly refurbished two-bedroom cottage on a working farm has been thoughtfully designed to provide complete accessibility—step into the welcoming open-plan living area, complete with a cosy wood-burning stove and a contemporary kitchen. The ground-floor bedroom and ensuite have been carefully crafted to be wheelchair-friendly, ensuring that everyone can enjoy their stay to the fullest. With its proximity to Exmoor, Barnstaple, and a host of scenic footpaths, idyllic villages, and stunning beaches, Orchard View offers an ideal base for creating unforgettable memories in the heart of nature. Find out more about this enchanting countryside haven and start planning your perfect stay today.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
A beautiful hillside traditional stone-built end terraced house in the Peak District village of Bakewell, River Cottage has been thoughtfully renovated to a high standard and sleeps up to four people. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
Worthy Cottage is a romantic Exmoor holiday cottage for couples in Porlock Weir. The ‘gatehouse’ cottage welcomes pets and enjoys ocean views, a generous lawned garden, an interior blending tradition with style, an open-plan design and a wood-burning stove.
- Sleeps
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
Located just south of the Cotswolds and set on a farm, The Old Stables at Bradley's Farm is an idyllic rural retreat for two, with south-facing views of beautiful countryside and access to a private arboretum.
- Sleeps
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
Welcome to Nuthatch, your ideal romantic retreat within the picturesque Three Gates Farm. This delightful Exmoor farm cottage is the perfect haven for couples (and their pets) seeking a cosy and intimate escape. It is ideally located for walking holidays exploring Exmoor and Mid-Devon, no matter the season.
- Sleeps
- 7
- Bedrooms
- 3
Watermill exudes authenticity. The pet-friendly cottage near Bodmin in the quiet little village of St Breward boasts a stone façade, an interior with exposed beams, timber décor, flagstone floors, modern luxury, and a wood burner. Sitting on the edge of Bodmin Moor, the cottage offers the best of the Cornish countryside and coast.
- Sleeps
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3
Enjoy a lovely countryside holiday at Stable Cottage, situated on 3.5 acres of gorgeous landscaped gardens in the rural hamlet of West End, Norfolk, where guests find a two-storey holiday home from which to launch day trips to the beautiful North Norfolk coast.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Enjoy the country and the coast at Bromholm Barn, a luxurious 200-year-old cottage in Ridlington, Norfolk. The pet-friendly cottage offers a single-level open-plan design, exposed stone walls and beams, abundant natural light, a southwest-facing courtyard, ample grounds, and even a tent.
- Sleeps
- 9
- Bedrooms
- 5
Estcourt House is a well-presented Grade II-listed Georgian house with a hot tub in the idyllic Norfolk village of Burnham Market. This stylish and comfortable home-from-home is perfect for family get-togethers, larger groups and special occasions.