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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
3

Wingate Farm is an impressive coastal cottage above Lynmouth on a working farm in the hamlet of Countisbury, Devon. The large, pet-friendly holiday home enjoys stunning views of the Exmoor countryside and the ocean beyond and offers seclusion, spacious grounds, fresh air, contemporary design and a log fire.

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A country cottage overlooks a walled lawn garden.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Two Lower Spire Cottage is an Exmoor holiday cottage in the Liscombe Valley near Dulverton with beautiful rural views and within easy reach of open moorland for lovely walks. The pet-friendly three-bedroom cottage sleeps six.

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 L-shaped, 2-storey large holiday home in Minehead with a spacious garden.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Lily House is situated on a quiet road close to the centre of the seaside town of Minehead, Somerset, and nestled into the wooded slopes of North Hill. This large Exmoor holiday cottage offers a welcoming and homey feel, a child-friendly house with two sitting rooms, a woodburner stove, and four first-floor bedrooms.

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An oak-beamed lounge with a woodburner, wide-screen TV and a comfy sofa.
Sleeps
7
Bedrooms
4

The Lofthouse is a spacious Somerset holiday apartment within striking distance of the beach in Minehead. The apartment retains exposed beams, stone walls and other original features and blends this with chic coastal décor and light-filled spaces. Enjoy easy access to the best of Minehead, Exmoor and the Somerset coast.

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An Exmoor holiday home on the banks of the calm River Barle flowing under a stone bridge.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
2

ridge Cottage is a pet-friendly holiday cottage located in Withypool, featuring river frontage, a beautiful garden, and authentic rural charm. The cottage includes exposed beams, tiled floors, antique furnishings, a log fire, and limewashed walls. Additionally, it offers a sunroom with lovely views and access to Exmoor.

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Double-fronted 2-storey Minehead holiday home with large drive and flower-filled borders.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Barn Cottage is a large and sophisticated coastal cottage located in the historic district of Minehead. The cottage has been recently renovated and can accommodate groups and pets. The property boasts modern decor and outdoor spaces that are perfect for both relaxation and socializing. Additionally, it is conveniently located near the Mineheads's best visitor attractions.

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An Exmoor holiday cottage nestles below a lawn that slopes down to it.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Byre Cottage is a beautiful romantic Exmoor cottage situated in Dulverton. The pet-friendly cottage is a beautifully converted barn that retains original features while offering a lovely garden with a summerhouse, seclusion and views of Exmoor's inviting hills.

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A modern 2-storey Exmoor house with a glass-fronted balcony and a lawn dotted with small trees
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
3

Situated near the heart of the lovely village of Dulverton, Merrijig is a modern, detached Dulverton holiday rental with a wood-burning stove; and a sun-drenched balcony. The family-friendly property promises a stress-free holiday close to many of Exmoor and Somerset's visitor attractions and offers a generous garden and contemporary creature comforts.

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Double-fronted cottage exterior with traditional quarter-light windows.
Sleeps
13
Bedrooms
5

Holmdale is a large, character-laden coastal cottage in Porlock, a sought-after location in Somerset. The pet-friendly holiday cottage within the Exmoor National Park boasts sea views, exposed beams, a farmhouse-style kitchen, a cosy log fire, and a spacious garden with outdoor seating and dining furniture. Explore the coast and countryside of Exmoor in true style.

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Activity holidays don't need to involve knuckle experiences. For families with young children or those preferring a 'healthy holiday' without the risk of injury, consider hiring bicycles to explore a Sustrans Cycle route or a cycle path such as the Tarka Trail in North Devon or The Bonsal Trail in Derbyshire. To ensure that a holiday cottage has precisely what you are looking for, e.g. an outdoor shower for washing the salt of wetsuits and surfboards, use the Visit Website button to go to a cottage's website for further information. Alternatively, e-mail or phone the owners directly to check that what you want to do on holiday is precisely the activity accessible at the cottage.