The spacious lounge in The Chestnuts, a luxury eco-friendly cottage in Oxfordshire.

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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 Eco Holiday Cottages and Lodges collection 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-friendly cottages.

Front of a log cabin showing a covered deck.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

This hand-built and wonderfully fitted log cabin in Shropshire oozes charm and romance. The entire cabin, from the bold exterior to the charming interior, was designed with Western Red Cedar and thoughtfully furnished to ensure that the country charm is carried throughout his eco cottage in Ellesmere.

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Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Riverside Lodge is an eco-cottage in the rural village of Washford, Somerset that offers luxury accommodation for up to six guests on holiday in South West England, a pet-friendly lodge with amenities such as two wine fridges, a games room with Xbox and Wi-Fi, and under-floor heating.

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Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
3

Rainbow Cottage is a sought-after rural holiday cottage in Cumbria boasting authentic details and contemporary style. Located near Kirkby Stephen between The Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, the pet-friendly property offers expansive gardens, a games room, beautiful views, seclusion and wheelchair access.

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Why Stay at an Eco-Friendly Holiday Cottage?

  • Staying in an eco-friendly cottage is like being a superhero for the environment—minus the cape! Eco-friendly holiday cottages often use renewable energy sources like solar panels or wind turbines, making your stay environmentally friendly and guilt-free.
  • Enjoy a healthier holiday. These cottages often use natural materials and promote better air quality, enhancing your well-being and providing a healthier retreat.
  • Join the zero-waste mission to save the planet. These cottages are all about reusing, recycling, and reducing. Say goodbye to single-use plastics and hello to refillable water bottles and eco-friendly toiletries. It’s like a fun mission to save the planet, one small step at a time!
  • Eco-friendly cottages often work with nearby businesses, from local farmers to artisan shops. It’s a win-win—you get authentic, delicious food, and you’re supporting the local community.
  • Eco-friendly cottages are designed to fit seamlessly with the environment. They can offer a more genuine connection to nature and local culture, enriching your travel experience beyond the usual.

 

What Features Can I Expect to Find in an Eco-Friendly Holiday Cottage?

  • Enjoy solar panels keeping everything powered up while saving the planet. Powering LED lighting and Electric vehicle car chargers you'll be happy in knowing you're playing your part in saving the planet!
  • Discover recycling and compost systems that turn your trash into treasure.
  • Stay in a cottages crafted from sustainable and recycled materials, where every corner is an eco-chic masterpiece.
  • Cook with energy-efficient appliances that are like eco-warriors in the kitchen, saving energy and helping the earth.
  • Eco-friendly cottages may use organic and natural toiletries that are eco-friendly, both gentle for you and the environment.

 

Head over to our Eco-Friendly Holiday Cottage articles of interest to cottage owners and those planning to book an Eco-property for a holiday.

Click here to view details of all other holiday cottages in our UK eco-collection.

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