A stone-built, double-fronted country house is surrounded by trees, shrubs and flower-filled gardens.

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Please scroll down to view our collection of country cottages. The UK has some of the most stunning and varied countryside in the world, from moorland to wooded valleys, much of it sprinkled with idyllic rural holiday homes. You'll find these nestling in isolated or secluded locations and 'time-stands-still' villages with chocolate box cottages and the village pub. Find and book your favourite country cottage holiday from our collection of secluded holiday rentals, often with inspirational panoramic views. Properties range from romantic rural retreats for couples to luxury countryside cottages for large family holidays, house parties or friends' gatherings, all in beautiful rural locations.

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A lighthouse tower overlooks the rugged North Cornwall coastline.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Pelorus Cottage promises spectacular ocean views from its position within Trevose Head Lighthouse. Nestled between Harlyn and Constantine Bays, the special coastal cottage promises coastal seclusion and modernity, as well as outdoor spaces and clean, refreshing sea breezes. Enjoy a unique getaway on the Cornish coast.

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A large L-shaped single-storey holiday lodge surrounded by lawns.
Sleeps
11
Bedrooms
4

Beesoni Lodge is a delightfully-converted barn which exudes charm and treats groups to a four-bedroom property with contemporary fittings. The large rural holiday cottage lies at the foot of the Malvern Hills in Hill End and is ideal for pets, wildlife enthusiasts and those wishing to explore Worcestershire.

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Exterior of a coach house conversion surrounded by a large garden with shrubs.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

The Coach House near the small market town of Tenbury Hills, Worcestershire, is a beautiful studio conversion nestled in the northwest corner of the Malvern Hills, a romantic cottage boasting an open plan living area, flower garden with bothy, and a private deck offering stunning views.

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A track leads to a twin-gabled house with a monkey puzzle tree in the foreground.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

 Discover Crews Hill House, a Worcestershire holiday let near Alfrick. This large, four-bedroom Tudor farmhouse with a Victorian extension accommodates eight guests. It is set within eight acres and offers a blend of contemporary details and original features. Enjoy multiple relaxation spaces, including a sitting room with a wood-burning stove. The garden with a hot tub provides the perfect spot to unwind. Explore nearby walking trails and local attractions. View the complete description to learn more about this charming rural retreat.

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Exterior of a large country house with a conservatory and large lawn.
Sleeps
25
Bedrooms
11

Gather friends for a memorable weekend away at Ashleigh House, an elegant and affordable rural cottage near Henley-in-Arden. The sophisticated country house boasts a hot tub and sun lounge with a snooker table, ample gardens, a south-facing patio for entertaining, and period furnishings.

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The exterior of a rural holiday cottage has a courtyard garden and a dining table with chairs.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Country charm defines Hamlet Cottage, a rural holiday home near Stratford-upon-Avon surrounded by rolling hills. Exposed beams and stable doors enhance the cottage's character, offering modernity, comfort and space to truly unwind with family and friends in Shakespeare Country.

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A brick-built 1930s cottage with a covered porch and block-paved courtyard.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

2 The School House is an attractive 1930s semi-detached property situated in the peaceful village of Dorsington, 7 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. Conveniently located on the border of Warwickshire and the Cotswolds, it is the ideal base to discover Shakespeare Country.

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Exterior of a stone-built Dorset chalet bungalow overlooking a front lawn and drive.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Lanes End, a charming Chetnole holiday rental, offers a delightful escape with three bedrooms: one ground-floor king-size, one double, and one twin. Enjoy modern amenities like a bathroom with a walk-in shower, a kitchen/diner, and a living/dining room with a wood-burning stove. The property features a private driveway, front lawn, and rear garden with furniture. Immerse yourself in comfort with WiFi, TV, and essential supplies included. Experience tranquillity in this pet-friendly retreat, where no smoking is allowed — book now for a memorable Dorset getaway in all seasons.

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A long eco-friendly log cabin with a covered, wrap-around deck is surrounded by countryside..
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Thornlea Log Cabin is a unique eco-holiday lodge = near Saltburn surrounded by open countryside in the North York Moors. The pet-friendly holiday home is light and airy in summer, warm and cosy in winter and possesses a large veranda, plus easy access to the coastline and Esk Valley.

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Let My Favourite Holiday Cottages introduce you to a collection of countryside holiday cottages, from rural retreats for couples to large luxury country houses for large family holidays or gatherings of friends surrounded by trees and fields and the occasional country pub. Whatever you are looking for, whether a working farm in Gloucestershire where children can feed the livestock or a get-away-from-it-all Yorkshire Dales cottage in the country surrounded by fields or moorland offering long relaxing walks., it will be on this page of holiday cottages in the countryside. See the night skies as they should be seen, without interference from light pollution, or allow the dawn chorus to be your gentle morning alarm clock. Dip your toes into babbling brooks and teach your children to play Pooh sticks on ancient bridges. In the spring, country lanes and woodlands can be a mass of wildflowers in a profusion of colours, while in the autumn, it can turn many shades of gold and bronze - perfect for autumnal walking holidays. You'll likely find rural holiday cottages with extensive picnic-friendly gardens, inglenook fireplaces, oak-beamed ceilings and thatched roofs. Still, with so many barn conversions, a countryside cottage can exude rustic and contemporary charm. For large families or groups of friends, look for old farmhouses converted to holiday homes with rooms (and bathrooms) a-plenty.