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View My Favourite Holiday Cottages for Fishing Holidays

Looking for an anglers paradise? The UK offers an incredible diversity of fishing options, from secluded carp fishing lakes and shimmering lakes to tumbling trout rivers and sea bass rock marks. Explore our range of fishing holiday cottages where anglers (and their families) are welcome from log cabin holidays with fishing lakes to . Whether you fly-fish, coarse fish or are a keen sea angler, here is a list of holiday cottages within easy reach of some superb and enjoyable fishing locations in the UK. From private lakes or beats on rivers for game fishing in search of trout and the occasional salmon to towpath and riverside locations for coarse fishing in search of tench, carp, chub and barbell in lakes or fast-moving rivers, you'll find self-catering accommodation that will allow you to book breaks in holiday cottages for fishing holidays to enjoy your chosen form of angling.

Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Old Barbican is a large 18th-century detached period property and a superb holiday home in Looe that exudes quality, charm and character. The large 4-bedroom seaside property is a short distance from the bustling seaside port of Looe, one of Cornwall’s most popular seaside destinations.

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Exterior of a stone-built house overlooking a lawn surrounded by a stone wall and small trees.
Sleeps
9
Bedrooms
4

A Grade II listed semi-detached farmhouse in Parwich, Orchard View, is full of charm and character and situated in peaceful rural surroundings. This large and spacious dog-friendly holiday home in the Peak District sleeps up to nine people.

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Exterior of a twin-gabled house with a full-length balcony overlooking a large garden.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

Underwood House is a delightful south-facing manor with impressive views of the surrounding countryside in East Knoyle, Wiltshire. The generous balcony and grounds ensure relaxation and the spacious interior offers a farmhouse kitchen, a cosy log fire, bespoke furnishings, oak beams and charm.

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Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Enjoy everything the idyllic Hustyns holiday resort offers with a stay at Cedar Lodge, a secluded countryside cottage on the resort’s 100-acre grounds near the North Cornwall town of Wadebridge, featuring three bedrooms, a private garden with a hot tub, and access to swimming pool & tennis court.

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Remote barn conversion surrounded by open fields and mature trees in The Pennines.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

Imagine a large holiday home near Ripponden, nestled within the rugged and picturesque Pennine landscape, where rural tranquillity meets pure luxury. Welcome to Top Barn, a spacious and inviting 6-bedroom holiday cottage with a hot tub to bring families and friends closer amidst the stunning West Yorkshire Pennines.

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Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Based on a rural smallholding near Benllech on the Isle of Anglesey, Crow’s Nest Cottage is a detached stone-built holiday home perfect for a coast and countryside holiday in North Wales. The attractive cottage is steeped in character, with stunning seaside views, ideal for small families.

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A countryside holiday bungalow in Anglesey with a garage and surrounded by fields.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
3

Rhoslan is a detached modern holiday bungalow on Anglesey within a rural 80-acre beef farm. This coastal cottage is in the beautiful remote Anglesey countryside close to the beaches on the north coast and is child-friendly. Sleeps 5.

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An holiday apartment open plan living area with lounge and kitchen
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Luxury defines 10 Middlecombe, a coastal apartment near the beach in Woolacombe Bay in North Devon. The pet-friendly holiday apartment features a sun-drenched balcony, a sophisticated interior with light and airy spaces, access to an indoor swimming pool, games room, sauna and treatment room, and fun in the sun.

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A lighthouse complex with a squat tower perches on a clifftop.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
3

Rowena Cottage is uniquely positioned inside a converted lighthouse near Swanage and enjoys superb ocean views from Anvil Point. The pet-friendly cottage features ample grounds to soak up the views of the Dorset coastline and boasts luxury and a rare chance to get away in a spectacular location.

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Some questions to ask property managers about the suitability of a property for a fishing holiday

1. Is any tackle provided?

2. Are rod or fishing licences required, and, if so, how can they be purchased?

3. Is there a safe space to store tackle (and bait)?

4. What type of fishing is available, e.g. carp ponds, trout lakes, river banks, beaches, estuaries or rock marks?

5. What are the best baits?

6. When is the close season?

7. If game fishing what are the restrictions per rod?