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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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Exterior of a large, twin-gabled brick farmhouse with a gazebo.
Sleeps
24
Bedrooms
10

Orchard House is a large and luxuriously furnished holiday cottage in Monmouthshire nestled deep in the Llangovan Valley on a cider apple farm. It lies in a peaceful rural area of outstanding natural beauty. This family and dog-friendly countryside cottage sleep 24 in 10 bedrooms (8 bathrooms). Pets Welcome.

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Sleeps
10
Bedrooms
5

Large groups on self-catering holidays in the Yorkshire Dales will find comfortable, charming accommodation at Street Head Farm, a rural holiday cottage near Skipton in North Yorkshire. This five-bedroom countryside cottage seamlessly blends many of its original features with modern amenities. Pets welcome.

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Sleeps
10
Bedrooms
5

 

Birkdale House is a Victorian property near Lake Windermere in the Matson Ground Estate. It has been refurbished to a high standard and features a cinema room and games room.

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Exterior of a large thatched Dartmoor farmhouse amidst mature gardens
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

View Langstone Farm, a rural holiday home near Chagford, Devon, just two miles from the vibrant little town. This four-bedroom country haven offers a rustic interior with exposed beams, a fully equipped kitchen, and an inviting sitting room. Enjoy superb views, a tranquil pond, and ample off-road parking. Surrounded by green hills and close to wild moors, it's an ideal escape for a family or friends seeking a relaxing break in Dartmoor National Park. Discover more about this charming rural retreat by reading the fuller description.

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A mock Shropshire castle on a small hillock surrounded by a stone wall and open fields.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
3

Sham Castle is a beautiful waterside cottage located near the village of Acton Burnell in Shropshire. With three bedrooms, it offers stunning views of the lake and is surrounded by lovely gardens. The cottage sits atop a rocky knoll and boasts original quarry tile floors. The drawing room features oak floors and arched windows, providing a perfect view of the serene surroundings

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Exterior of a lighthouse holiday cottage and small tower on a grassy clifftop
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Panoramic ocean views stretch before The Link, a romantic cottage set in Cromer Lighthouse beside the golf course on the Norfolk coast. White walls and luxurious contemporary décor complement the setting, while the enclosed garden offers another space to enjoy the views and the clean sea air.

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Aerial view of a tall, brick-built, twin-towered, Victorian folly in a rural location.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

The Ultimate Romantic Bolthole for Couples in the Shropshire Countryside.

The Summer House is a Grade II listed octagonal tower and summer house built around 1607 near the Shropshire village of Eyton-on-Severn. The memorable, romantic rural retreat will entice couples with its spiral staircase, original features, elegance, magnificent rural views, and a wood-burning stove in the bedroom

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A contemporary glass-fronted eco-lodge with a hot tub and large garden.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Looking for a pet and eco-friendly holiday lodge with a hot tub in North Devon? Top Meadow is the perfect place for you! It's just a short drive from some of the area's most spectacular beaches. The lodge is spacious, bright, and stylish, with a large covered deck. You'll be able to enjoy fantastic rural views in a truly relaxing setting.

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Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Enjoy a romantic Cotswolds holiday with a stay at Second Nature on the outskirts of the spa town of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, the perfect getaway for couples wanting to explore this picturesque region. Second Nature is an eco-friendly rural retreat for two boasting a distinctive four-poster bed and walk-in rain shower.

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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.