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There are plenty of easy ways to make your next self-catering holiday environmentally friendly. Whether you stick to public transport or avoid flying, going away doesn’t need to be wasteful or add to CO2 emissions. Booking a holiday cottage with a beach or a national park on its doorstep can also help to keep your trip green by eliminating the need to get in your car every time you head out for the day.
Help to leave only tiny environmental footprints on your next holiday. Scroll down to view this collection of Eco Holiday Cottages and Lodges in the UK and see each property’s environmentally friendly qualities. See our blog article on Eco-Chic Holiday Cottages for further information on what kinds of facilities to expect in luxury eco-friendy cottages.
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- Sleeps
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3
Y Bwthyn is a beautiful, family-friendly Pembrokeshire countryside cottage with a hot tub outside Llandissilio on a working farm . It is a great place to explore the rural scenery on foot, by bike or car, or to relax on the superb Gower Peninsula beaches.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Elm Lodge is a wood-clad cottage located on a lovely property close to the coast in Washford, Somerset. The modern cottage boasts an open-plan design and contemporary style, a deck with gorgeous views and a hot tub and an inviting interior with an open fire, exposed beams and oak floors.
- Sleeps
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3
This remote rural Highland cottage near Strathpeffer, Inverness-shire, offers spectacular views of the Northern Highlands. Whether you want to hike, golf, or go to the spa, Larchfield Chalet 1 is the place to lay your head at the end of the day. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Discover Tŷ Peren (Pear House), an eco-friendly holiday lodge in the heart of Powys countryside. Crafted by master craftsmen for Dŵr Y Felin, this spacious log cabin combines traditional building methods with subtle renewable technology. Immerse yourself in the log house experience while enjoying the unique blend of sustainability and comfort. With a hot tub offering relaxation amidst picturesque surroundings, Tŷ Peren is the perfect choice for self-catering holidays in Powys, promising an eco-conscious retreat in a tranquil village setting.
- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 4
Pasture View Cottage is a large eco-friendly, single-storey country cottage on the edge of Pickering for holidays exploring the North York Moors and the North Yorkshire coast. Features include a large private garden and a very well-equipped kitchen. Children will love the play area and play shed.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 1
Once a barn in a beautiful rural location, The Kingfisher’s Nest has been lovingly converted to create an idyllic one-bedroom waterside holiday cottage on the banks of Cowesby Beck in North Yorkshire. It is nicely located for exploring the North York Moors and the Yorkshire Dales. This luxury cottage sleeps 4 in one double bedroom plus a sofa bed.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Experience a unique holiday in the Somerset countryside by staying in your very own railway carriage beside the vintage West Somerset Railway tracks near Williton. The Railway Carriage is an authentic replica fitted out to provide you with style and luxury. This pet-friendly holiday cottage has a 4-star rating and features an eco-friendly design, a log burner, and modern amenities.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Escape to the countryside and experience an enchanting holiday at Woodbell Lodge. This luxurious cottage is one of five detached properties located on the beautiful Wakes Hall Estate, near the village of Wakes Colne in Essex. The property is pet-friendly and features a veranda, hot tub, two en-suite bedrooms, and modern eco-technology.
- Sleeps
- 20
- Bedrooms
- 8
This spacious Suffolk Barn conversion, Bradley, sits on 2 acres of land and provides well-furnished accommodation with stunning views of the countryside. Guests can also enjoy a hot tub.