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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 stone barn conversion overlooks a lawn and flower-filled garden
Sleeps
11
Bedrooms
6

Dolly's barn is a large 17th-Century barn near Ilfracombe, which has been lovingly converted into a charming 6-bedroom luxury holiday cottage sleeping 11 with disabled access in a beautiful spot on the North Devon Coast.

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Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Stag Lodge is a large, dog-friendly, remote Highland cottage set on the 12,000-acre Glencarron Estate near Strathcarron in the Western Highlands, within easy reach of the West Coast beaches. It offers accommodation for eight people in four bedrooms, one double and three twins.

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Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Sleeping up to four in two bedrooms, pretty Royd  Cottage, a Holiday Cottage in West Down, just a few miles from the stunning North Devon coastline and Woolacombe Beach. This family-friendly country cottage has onsite fishing and a children's play area.

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3 cottages overlook a sandy beach at low tide.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
3

Upper Instow Beach Cottage is a charming first-floor North Devon holiday let overlooking the estuary. The dog-friendly waterside apartment has three bedrooms and sleeps five people. It has a lovely balcony where guests can enjoy uninterrupted views across the beach and estuary to Appledore and beautiful sunsets.

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Restored Fortified Country House surrounded by open fields in Cumbria.
Sleeps
24
Bedrooms
12

Blencowe Hall is an award-winning Grade I-listed fortified manor in Blencowe dating back to the 1400s. Situated in Blencowe, Cumbria, the pet-friendly rural property boasts period features, open fires, extensive manicured grounds, activities such as trout fishing, stunning views and contemporary elegance.

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Sleeps
16
Bedrooms
8

Belle Isle Castle – Hamilton Wing is a large holiday home near Enniskillen that offers sumptuous accommodation for up to 16 guests on an estate spread over eight picturesque islands on the northern tip of Upper Lough Erne in County Fernaugh, a child-friendly property with modern amenities expertly complementing original features.

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A grand 3-storey Georgian country house in the Cornish countryside partly surrounded by trees.
Sleeps
16
Bedrooms
8

The Vean is a large Georgian country house near St Austell, nestled among woodland, boasting refinement and luxury, abundant grounds, and an open fire. The luxury holiday cottage on Caerhays Estate is ideal for special occasions and just moments from Cornwall's coastline.

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Aerial photo of a Loch in the Scottish Highlands with a holiday cottage in the foreground.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

Enjoy a unique holiday with a stay at Port na Mine, a large and child-friendly cottage near the Scottish village of Taynuilt, Argyll and Bute. The luxury cottage affords picturesque views of Loch Etive and Glencoe, featuring six bedrooms, a wood effect electric fire, and a fully enclosed garden. Enjoy a unique holiday with a stay at Port na Mine, a large and child-friendly cottage near the Scottish village of Taynuilt, Argyll and Bute. The luxury cottage affords picturesque views of Loch Etive and Glencoe, featuring six bedrooms, a wood effect electric fire, and a fully enclosed garden.

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L-shaped exterior of a stone-built cottage surrounded by lawns and a secure hedge.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

RedRoofs, with stunning views over the Esk Valley within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, is a spacious home ideally suited for family holidays or a weekend getaway for a group of friends. It lies within easy reach of the village pub, while Whitby is only a short drive away.

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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!