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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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Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Walnut Cottage is a lovely converted barn near the village of Washford, Somerset. The pet-friendly holiday cottage is one of the Shells Cottages and boasts serenity, a private outdoor hot tub, light-filled spaces, a wood-burning stove, a vaulted beamed ceiling, and access to the coast and countryside.

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A 2-storey barn conversion overlooks a paved courtyard and open countryside in North Wales.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Discover The Stables at Cae Gwyn, a remote Denbighshire farm cottage boasting original features and breathtaking views. This large holiday cottage with a hot tub offers four bedrooms, ample parking, and charming living spaces, including a games room and snug. With nearby attractions like Ruthin and Llangollen, it's the perfect base for exploring North Wales. View the full description for an unforgettable getaway.

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A 2-story house with summer houses is surrounded by open countryside.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Welcome to Long Ing Farm, a charming large holiday home in Holmfirth, on the owner's working farm close to the breathtaking Peak District National Park. This stone-built detached Holmfirth holiday cottage is a treasure trove of character, featuring exposed beams, open eaves, and traditional furnishings that lend a warm and welcoming ambience.

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A gable end with floor to roof windows overlooks a lawn with a deck.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
3

Betony is a chic coastal cottage surrounded by green hills and fresh air. Sitting just outside Bamburgh, the pet-friendly cottage boasts views of Bamburgh Castle, a spacious outdoor entertaining area, ample windows, natural light, sleek finishes, and access to the Northumberland coast.

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A converted 3-storey mill building overlooking lawns and a lake.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Guests at Bay View can while away the days soaking up the sea views from this luxury waterside apartment near Bamburgh Castle. The former Norman grain mill welcomes families and groups with three bedrooms of bright, coastal décor and high-end amenities.

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Exterior of a modern semi-detached with an overhead porch and front lawn.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Located in a quiet cul-de-sac at the edge of the attractive town of Beadnell, Bay View is a first-floor Northumberland holiday apartment that makes the perfect holiday home on the North East coast with an outdoor wood-decked balcony overlooking sandy beaches and the North Sea.

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A stone, Cumbrian barn conversion in with a sheltered terrace overlooks a large parking space.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Riven Oak is situated amidst the beautiful Lake District near the village of Levens, Cumbria; a large two-storey pet-friendly holiday cottage with beamed ceilings, a master king with en-suite shower among four ground-floor bedrooms, and open-plan living space with a wood-burning stove and Freesat TV.

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A 3-storey Georgian house with sash windows.
Sleeps
14
Bedrooms
7

The Mill Manager’s House is an elegant Grade I-listed holiday cottage in the Cromford Mills UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cromford. Surrounded by the Peak District & Derbyshire Dales, the stunning rural property boasts wooden floors, an open fire, original windows and shutters, modernity & an ample garden.

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A two-storey Shropshire barn conversion with arched floor-to-ceiling ground floor windows.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

One of two delightfully renovated 18th century Grade II-listed barn conversions on a 22-acre smallholding near the medieval town of Shrewsbury, Shropshire, The Wainscott is a rural holiday cottage that offers an escape from everyday life, with access to a fishing pond and hard tennis court.

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Why Choose a Child-Friendly Holiday Cottage?

  • Child-friendly properties are a kids' paradise with dedicated play spaces and toys. Hopefully this means less packing too.
  • Worry-free family fun is guaranteed, the kids will be entertained so you can relax. The local area may have entertainment and days out specific for children and families.  Safe sandy beaches and theme parks near your holiday home will make days out feel memorable.
  • Facilities such as pools let your children splash and play to their heart's content.
  • Comfy cribs, high chairs and bathrooms with baths make family stays a breeze.
  • From crafts to games, on-site activities are sure to keep the little ones smiling!

 

What Do I Need to Consider When Staying at a Child-Friendly Holiday Home?

  • Safety first! Look for babyproof gates, pool safety equipment, fire guards and hazards.
  • Get the kids excited with outdoor fun, toys, and books. Research local beaches and check suitability for push chairs and little legs to access them.
  • Easy peasy meals - check for kid-friendly menus at local cafes and restaurants and make things easier with a grocery delivery on your arrival date.
  • Plan adventures with nearby parks, playgrounds, and family-fun spots. Book outside of school holidays and peak times if you have pre-school age kids. You could bag a cheap holiday and have less crowds!
  • No worries about messes - check if a washer and dryer is available, it will make cleaning up simple!