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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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A shingle path leads up to a stone-built Norfolk bungalow with two long lawns.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Far Barn is a delightful Grade II listed stone cottage near the lovely market town of Fakenham. The pet-friendly Norfolk holiday cottage boasts ample grounds, beautiful gardens, multiple furnished spaces, an interior with exposed beams, sophisticated design features, and an open fire.

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Flushing holiday cottages line the Fal Estuary at high tide.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Grade II listed 18th Century Riverside House near Falmouth is a pet-friendly Cornish holiday cottage offering spectacular sea views. It is newly refurbished, providing the ultimate luxury seaside accommodation with three double bedrooms and three bathrooms, reserved parking and a beautiful waterside courtyard.

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A chalet bungalow for self-catering holidays in Norfolk is surrounded by open fields.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Fall Echoes is a charming wooden-clad rural cottage in a serene setting near Gresham in Norfolk. The pet-friendly cottage lies near the coast, offering spacious lawned grounds with fresh country air, outdoor entertaining areas, airy, open-plan spaces, and contemporary design with artwork.

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Exterior of a large mock Tudor house with 1st floor balcony.
Sleeps
24
Bedrooms
9

Fairlea Grange is a superb, large, and comfortable Victorian townhouse in Abergavenny, sleeping up to 24 guests. It is in a perfect location for exploring the Brecon Beacons and the Welsh Marches. Facilities in this dog-friendly holiday home include a huge Home TV Lounge, Games Room, Hot Tub and Mini-gym.

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A 3-storey Windsor town house at dusk with windows bathed in light.
Sleeps
11
Bedrooms
5

Escapade is an exceptionally sophisticated townhouse on Eton’s High Street in Berkshire, a short walk from Windsor Castle, the Tube, and riverside walks along the Thames. It is a large Windsor holiday apartment spanning four floors that boasts contemporary design touches and the height of luxury, with two living rooms for relaxation.

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Sleeps
19
Bedrooms
10

Mel House Cottages are a group of four pet-friendly properties that sleep from 3 to 19 Guests in the centre of attractive Newton-on-Rawcliffe in the North York Moors. Three of the four properties are rated at various levels of accessibility for disabled use. Facilities include an indoor Pool, Hot Tub, and Sauna.

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Exterior of a long, many-windowed barn conversion to form a single-storey holiday cottage in Pickering.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Mallard Cottage is a lovely holiday property in the charming village of Newton-on-Rawcliffe in the North York Moors. The property is pet-friendly and offers four different accommodation options. It features three bedrooms spread over two floors. The cottage's first floor, which includes a sitting room, kitchen/dining room, twin bedroom, and wet room, is perfect for wheelchair users. It is designed to comfortably accommodate full-time wheelchair users.

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A heated indoor swimming pool with a hot tub.
Sleeps
3
Bedrooms
2

Granary is a pet-friendly countryside apartment located on the first floor with access to an indoor heated pool, hot tub and sauna in Newton-on-Rawcliffe, Pickering. This cosy apartment has an open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, providing stunning views of the Vale of Pickering and beyond. It has been attractively designed to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable.

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A spacious, oak-beamed lounge area with sofas, TV, wood burner and dining table.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
3

Swift Cottage is a charming 3-bedroom ground-floor cottage that sleeps 5 and has an outdoor heated pool. The Cottage has an easy-access wet room with rails and a mobility chair, so it is accessible for guests with disabilities. Swift is in the North York Moors National Park. Pets are welcome.

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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!