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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 large, stone-built contemporary cottage with a stone wall, surrounded by countryside.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Pastures Barn is a beautiful stone-built conversion on lush grounds in Leek, Staffordshire. The pet-friendly cottage offers an escape, a hot tub, a wood burner, a sauna, spacious gardens, a games room, contemporary comforts and proximity to the Peak District and Derbyshire Dales.

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A large stone-built farmhouse overlooks a secure lawn and flower beds.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

This detached farmhouse with an annexe is a large holiday cottage in Starbotton. It is picturesque and has six bedrooms, which can accommodate twelve people. The main house sleeps eight people and has four double bedrooms (one with an ensuite shower), a family bathroom and a ground-floor bathroom.

The annexe sleeps four people and has one double and one twin, both with an ensuite shower. Also in the main house are a fitted kitchen with a dining area, scullery, pantry, dining room with a wood burning fire, sitting room with open fire, snug and music room/library. Outside is off-road parking for six cars and gardens with a hot tub, patio and furniture, a large paddock and 14 acres of grazing land. Situated in the heart of Wharfedale, it is a perfect location for walking holidays in the Dales,

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A wood-clad, single-storey Quantock Hills holiday home overlooks a courtyard with a hot tub at dusk.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

Lavender Barn is a 200-year-old cottage located near Halse in Somerset. It offers modern sophistication and has been rated 5 stars. This property comes equipped with a hot tub, wood-burning stove, games room, swimming pool and is wheelchair accessible. Guests and their pets are gifted with beautiful countryside views and have easy access to nearby beaches.

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A 2-storey wooden holiday home in the Quantock Hills.
Sleeps
7
Bedrooms
3

The Outlook is a contemporary rural cottage boasting beautiful views of the Somerset countryside and a hot tub. The pet-friendly cottage in the Quantock Hills near Crowcombe sits on expansive grounds surrounded by green hills. It offers outdoor entertaining areas and a spacious interior with chic design features.

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A stone cottage surrounded by fields overlooks a large garden with apple trees.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Hearn Lodge sits on 12 acres of wildlife meadows and boasts beautiful views of the Somerset countryside. The detached rural cottage in Bishops Lydeard offers seclusion and beauty and rewards guests with a conservatory, a private garden, a log fire, a farmhouse kitchen and a blend of old and new.

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A weatherboard barn conversion with a patio having a small table and chairs.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Larch Barn sits amidst a large meadow on the edge of the South Somerset village of North Perrott, a pretty child-friendly cottage offering comfortable accommodation for couples and young families, boasting two bedrooms and a light, airy open plan living area with exposed beams.

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A stoine-built cottage overlooks a large lawn.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
2

From the delightful hamlet of Cleatlam in North Yorkshire, a stay at The Wood offers families and groups up to six comfortable accommodation from which to explore the region from a countryside cottage that features an attractive brick fireplace, exposed beams, and slate flooring.

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Cottages with hanging flower basket line a quiet village street.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Discover The Grange, a charming Dorset cottage in Charmouth perfect for self-catering holidays. This traditional yet modern property, less than a 10-minute walk to the beach, offers a spacious kitchen/diner, inviting lounges, and a delightful patio with a brick-built BBQ. Explore nearby shops, cafes, and the Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre. With flexible sleeping arrangements and parking for convenience, The Grange is an ideal retreat for cottage holidays on the Jurassic Coast.

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Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Set amidst the splendour of Exmoor National Park in the beautiful Avill Valley, Bossington Cottage near the medieval village of Dunster, Somerset, is part of a nine-acre complex of countryside cottages, a pet-friendly family holiday retreat with two first-floor bedrooms and shared indoor pool.

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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!