A convertable double bed in a cosy country shepherds hut in Somerset

Find My Favourite Romantic Holiday Cottages For Couples

Scroll down to find romantic cottages for couples in the UK. View a tempting variety of stunning romantic holiday homes for two, from idyllic rural retreats to charming, secluded beach houses offering quiet weekends and midweek breaks. Book a warm and cosy country cottage with a roaring log fire for a Valentine's holiday, or whisk your partner away for a birthday or anniversary celebration - just for the two of you.

Make the most of a last-minute romantic break in Sussex or a relaxing week-long romantic escape for just the two of you in a remote corner of the Pennines or on the shores of a deserted West Country beach in Cornwall. If a rural retreat doesn't float your romantic boat, try an exciting urban break in a sleek and swanky city apartment or cosy townhouse.

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far-reaching view of boating marinas on the Dart Estuary
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Rose Cottage in South Devon, sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms with truly spectacular panoramic views over the Dart Esturary Darthaven Marina, the Britannia Royal Naval College and upstream towards Dittisham. The stone holiday cottage was built in 1880 in a sought after position, A great, peaceful location on the English Riviera close to South Devon beaches.

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An open air swimming pool with park benches on its terrace surrounded by a tall hedge.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

The Bowline enjoys an enviable location in the heart of Salcombe and treats guests to subtle elegance. The coastal cottage in Devon with a heated swimming pool offers an open-plan living space which catches the sunlight and ensures comfort and relaxation, plus lovely views of the surrounding area.

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Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

The Miller’s Tale is a quaint remote studio cottage for two in Suffolk near the village of Hasketon. It is set on the grounds of a country house beside a garden pond, the perfect rural escape for individuals and couples, featuring brick flooring, a rainfall shower, a wood-burning stove, and a comfy king-size bed.

 

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A flower-filled, paved formal garden courtyard surrounded by large and small barn conversions
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
4

Set on the grounds of a decades-old family farm amidst botanical gardens and medieval architecture, The Cobnut near the village of South Newington, Oxfordshire, is a child-friendly Cotswolds holiday cottage featuring a brick fireplace, exposed beams, and two comfy upstairs bedrooms.

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A wisteria clad, semi-detached Cotswold country cottage overlooks a shingled courtyard
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Surrounded by fields and woodland in Chalford, Gloucestershire, October Cottage promises tranquillity. The charming stone-built rural cottage in the Cotswold Hills possesses beautiful gardens and fresh air, a wood-burning stove, flagstone floors, contemporary comforts, space for pets and a blend of old and new.

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A historic black-and-white-timbered Herefordshire barn conversion with a large lawn.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Stay in a cottage that once housed a baby elephant and enjoy self-catering holidays in the delights of the Herefordshire countryside. Elephant Cottage is a romantic and pet-friendly holiday cottage in Bromyard which boasts exposed beams, trusses, wattle and daub, an open fire and contemporary design, and a vibrant garden and rural views.

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Between shrubs and a mature tree, stands a Cornish 2-storey stone-barn conversion
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Jam First is a gorgeous stone-built romantic cottage in the lovely locale of Trethawle, Cornwall. The pet-friendly holiday home for two possesses a subtle luxurious style, exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, a wood burner and a pleasant suntrap courtyard. Explore the Cornish coast and countryside in style.

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A Northamptonshire barn conversion with a paved courtyard surrounded by open fields.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
1

Rectory Cottage is a gorgeous romantic cottage surrounded by lush green fields near Clipston in Northamptonshire. The eco-friendly holiday cottage sits on 14 acres of farmland. It boasts beautiful grounds, outdoor dining areas, incredible views, and a chic open-plan interior with natural light and high-end décor.

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Exterior of stone-built, barn conversion in the Peak District.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Moor Cottage at Endmoor Farm is a luxury holiday cottage for couples of all ages seeking a romantic rural retreat within the Derbyshire Peak District. Endmoor is a working farm between Bakewell and Buxton, and Moor Cottage sleeps 2 in a high-quality barn conversion. Pets welcome.

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There's no need to wait for summer either. What could be more romantic than sharing a bubbling hot tub and bottle of fizz with your partner in the open air on a frosty starlight night in a remote Peak District holiday cottage? How about an early spring holiday in a secluded rural bolthole or surrounded by a sea of daffodils or bluebells in the heart of Devon? Are you looking for a traditional holiday cottage in Britain with roses around the door or something different - an old-fashioned shepherds hut in Cumbria, a romantic eco break in a snazzy yurt or safari tent in Dorset or a windmill for two in Suffolk?

Nor does it end long after the family have flown the nest. Many holiday cottages for couples offer complete ground-floor facilities for those who still cherish their companionship even when stairs may be hard to climb.

Go on! Unlock the romance in you and find a memorable romantic escape for just the two of you. You'll find your favourite holiday abode here! And what memories you will share and treasure together in the years to follow.