A stone country cottage with a large sun room and a hammock on its deck.

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Suitable child-friendly holiday cottages offer the kind of self-catering holidays where your children grow up remembering how the sun always seemed to shine on holidays when they were young. They will include the type of games or activities that will keep your children happy and occupied while also giving you a bit of a break. These days, it is X-boxes, table football and, trampolines for older children, and many traditional board games that still entertain and allow Mum and Dad to join in. Facilities can include changing mates and baby alarms for babies, as well as cots, and high chairs. Scroll down to view child and baby-friendly cottages if you seek a family holiday in a UK holiday cottage where young children, infants and babes in arms are welcome and well-catered for.

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Double-fronted exterior of a limestone block-built cottage with sash windows.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Explore Rockwell House, a large holiday home in the Pennines and an enticing Wearhead holiday let. It has modern comforts and period charm and boasts spacious bedrooms with en-suites, a cosy living area with wood-burning stoves, and a fully equipped kitchen. Nearby attractions like Killhope Lead Mining Museum and Hamsterley Forest offer outdoor adventures. With room for nine guests, it’s perfect for family getaways. Discover more about this inviting retreat.

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A vine-clad, stone-built, corner cottage on an empty village street.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
3

 

Discover Cuckoo Cottage, a historic stone dwelling in Pateley Bridge, offering comfort and charm. With three tranquil bedrooms, a cosy woodburning stove, and modern amenities, it's an ideal holiday home in the Yorkshire Dales. Enjoy leisurely strolls, outdoor adventures, and nearby attractions in Nidderdale's stunning landscapes. Experience the best of Yorkshire Dales while living like a local at Cuckoo Cottage. Explore more about this delightful retreat now!

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A large lawn with apple trees has a row of farm cottages in the background.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Hen Cottage is a delightful holiday cottage located in the beautiful rural area of North Devon. Stunning grounds surround the cottage, which offers lovely rural views of Little Torrington and the surrounding countryside. Guests can enjoy a variety of amenities, including a heated swimming pool, a games room, and an open fire. The cottage successfully blends modern comforts with traditional charm, creating a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere for guests.

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Sleeps
19
Bedrooms
8

Luxuriously large barn conversion Yorkshire Pennine cottages, we have four properties here at Smallshaw Farm near Penistone, sleeping from 2 to 7 (19 people in all). They are surrounded by 700 acres of open farmland with a large garden area. Dogs are welcome.

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Exterior of a farm cottage overlooking a secure lawn.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
3

Hillarth Farmhouse is a large, semi-detached Edwardian Farmhouse with Wi-Fi in quiet countryside near Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. The Farmhouse is situated in a quiet country lane, with a large garden and ample parking. It is a family-friendly holiday cottage that sleeps 8. Pets are welcome.

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A 2-storey Dorset mill conversion overlooks a terrace and lawned garden.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

The Mill is a well-equipped coastal holiday cottage with Wi-Fi available all year round. It sleeps six and is set in 7.5 acres of Dorset countryside. The Mill is only a short walk from the village pub and a short drive to the market town of Bridport / West Bay, which is famous as the location for TVs Broadchurch.

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Sleeps
10
Bedrooms
5

New Inn House is a luxuriously appointed rural holiday cottage in Abbots Salford. It boasts gorgeous interiors, uninterrupted views of the Warwickshire countryside, a heated swimming pool, tennis court, games room, children’s play area, an open fire, and lavish grounds perfect for pets and entertaining.

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Exterior of a stone-built, 3-storey detached house  in front of a wood and overlooking a terraced garden
Sleeps
18
Bedrooms
9

Robertswood Country House is a large Victorian House offering child-friendly luxury Self-Catering Accommodation in Matlock, Derbyshire, within the Peak District. It is quiet, comfortable, and very affordable.

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An outdoor dining table underneath a parasol inside a fenced in terrace with rural views beyond.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Gerreg Wen is a charming and secluded Conwy holiday cottage in Eglwys Bach. This rural cottage offers breathtaking views of Snowdonia National Park and is just a few minutes away from the coast. The pet-friendly cottage is perfect for those seeking a mix of rustic charm and modern comfort and features a cosy log fire. Additionally, the cottage boasts a generous garden where you can relax and breathe in the fresh air.

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My Favourite Holiday Cottages make it easier for you to find a child-friendly cottage where looking after your children in a home-from-home, there will be less chance of hearing those words - I am bored! Choose carefully, and you could save yourself a lot of packing! Owners who have invested in creating a holiday home with facilities for children are also very likely to be experts in knowing all the local child-friendly attractions - from safe sandy beaches to theme parks. It is always worth a phone call or an enquiry to the property owner seeking their recommendation. You will find them happy to help.

If all your children are pre-school age, then you'll find plenty of child-friendly cottages at reasonable prices in the early summer before the schools break up - or take advantage of some Indian summer weather on a family holiday in September when the crowds have gone, there's space on the beach, and the sun still shines. As well as toys, there are more practical considerations to take into account. Catering for children includes facilities such as plastic crockery, buckets, spades and even fridge magnets. Some owners will even include a small pack of pre-stamped postcards to encourage youngsters to write to grandparents and friends about their holiday.