Small boats moored on a sandy river creek lined by mature woods at low tide,

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What are Agency-Managed Holiday Cottages?

Agency Cottages in the UK are holiday cottages where the owner has contacted an independent business to manage their bookings. You contract with the company when booking the cottage. Some holiday cottage agencies look after marketing and bookings, while others cover all cleaning, housekeeping and maintenance chores. They tend to work on a commission basis, where the owner pays them a percentage of the rental fee. Some may charge guests an additional booking fee. Please scroll down to view our collection of agency-managed holiday cottages.

Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

The Diary oozes olde-worlde charm. The thatched rural holiday cottage sits on a working farm amid rolling green hills in Bicknoller and promises a beautiful holiday in Somerset. The pet-friendly cottage in the Quantock Hills boasts generous grounds with fresh air and lovely views, plus a private garden and traditional character.

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Backed by tall pine trees a 2-storey tone-built Newtonmore holiday cottage overlooks a large lawn.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Nestled amidst the natural beauty of the Monadhliath and Grampian mountain ranges, Feagour is a remote country cottage in the western approach to the Cairngorms in the Central Highlands of Scotland, offering well-equipped, tastefully furnished self-catering accommodation. Sleeps 4.

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Frontage of a creeper-clad stone farmhouse overlooking mature gardens.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
5

Enjoy self-catering holidays in North Wales with family and friends at Hendre Aled Farmhouse, a large and secluded pet-friendly farmhouse near Llansannan in the Conwy Valley. This 4-bedroom house sleeps 12. It is ideally located for exploring the North Wales coastal resorts and Snowdonia.

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Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Sunset View is an award-winning Cornish coastal cottage in Newquay boasting ocean views. The sophisticated pet-friendly cottage near Porth beach enjoys authentic coastal chic and an elevated position. It offers a hot tub, an open fire, outdoor entertaining spaces, an upside-down design and close to the beach.

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A holiday bungalow with off-road parking in a remote rural location.
Sleeps
3
Bedrooms
2

Ghyll Bank Bungalow is a gorgeous traditional cottage nestled among farmland near Staveley in Cumbria and The Lake District. The cosy, pet-friendly property enjoys breathtaking views of the fells and features charming details, furnished outdoor spaces, contemporary comforts and an open fire.

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Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
5

This large, family-friendly holiday home in North Wales sleeps 12 guests in 5 bedrooms, yards from the beach in Rhos-on-Sea near Colwyn Bay. With a large and well-equipped games room and secure rear garden, Meadway House offers beach holidays with days out in Snowdonia. Pets welcome.

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A clifftop lighthouse and cottages with spectacular ocean views.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Bishop Rock is a former Cornish lighthouse keeper’s cottage located within the Lizard Lighthouse grounds, boasting panoramic ocean views from its clifftop location. The unique, much modernised, comfortable self-catering cottage near Helston provides direct access to this beautiful stretch of the Cornish coast.

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A two-storey converted bakery cottage behind wrought-iron railings in an elevated position above a village street.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

The Bakery is a modern and welcoming romantic cottage spread over two floors in Watchet. The Somerset coastal cottage rests in a quiet corner of the seaside town. It boasts a cosy wood burner, an open-plan design, a lovely garden and patio and the promise of a memorable holiday among sandy beaches.

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A row of 2-storey seaside holiday apartments in Brixham with seaward-facing balconies overlooking a grassy slope towards a beach below
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Bayview is a sophisticated coastal apartment within The Cove complex in Brixham, Devon. Overlooking Fishcombe Cove, the apartment sleeps four and promises fantastic views, urban chic, abundant natural light, beautiful spacious grounds, a furnished balcony and a swimming pool.

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There are several benefits to booking a holiday cottage managed by an agency, including:

  1. Quality Assurance: Holiday cottage agencies often have strict quality standards and only list properties that meet their criteria. This means you can expect a certain level of quality and cleanliness when you arrive.
  2. Customer support: Most agencies offer customer support and assistance throughout the booking process and during your stay. Such support can be immensely helpful if you encounter any issues or have questions about the property.
  3. Variety of options: Agencies typically have a large selection of holiday homes, allowing you to find the perfect property for your needs and preferences.
  4. Convenience: Booking through an agency can be more convenient than booking directly with a property owner. You can often book online or over the phone, and many agencies offer flexible payment options.
  5. Additional services: Some holiday rental agencies offer other services such as travel insurance, car rentals, and tour packages. These can make it easier to plan your trip and save you time and effort.
  6. Local knowledge: Agencies, especially locally-based ones, often have extensive knowledge of the local area and can recommend things to do and places to visit. This knowledge can help you make the most of your self-catering holiday and discover hidden gems you might not have found otherwise.

Overall, booking a holiday letting managed by an agency can provide peace of mind, convenience, and access to a range of holiday home services to enhance your holiday experience.