The exterior of a large holiday cottage with a single-storey extension and a spacious raised patio is surrounded by trees and shrubs.

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Scroll down to view cottages that you can book directly with the owner.  All the cottages listed on this page are ‘independent cottages’.  These Independent holiday cottages, as they are known, are those where a property’s owner is responsible for marketing and managing bookings.  If you call, you’ll be speaking to the owner.  When you book, you pay the owner.  They don’t add booking fees or commission charges.  Refine your search by adding a keyword to the search bar.

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Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Escape to a large Shropshire holiday cottage with a swimming pool. The whole family will love William’s Hayloft. Set on a vast property, the pet-friendly cottage in Alkington promises fresh air and facilities such as woodland, an indoor swimming pool, a multi-sports court and a children’s play area, plus a wood-burning stove.

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Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
2

Wheelhouse Cottage is an authentic Yorkshire cottage near Pickering. It has a four-poster bed, beamed ceilings, and a traditional fireplace. The award-winning property at Keld Head Cottages boasts a stone façade, beautiful views, extensive gardens, and children's indoor and outdoor play areas.

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Barn conversions overlook a courtyard with a central flower bed
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

The Granary is a charming, detached cottage located in the rural area of Keld Head Cottages, near Pickering in Yorkshire. This award-winning farm cottage features an open fire and beautiful exposed beams, creating a warm and cosy ambience. The cottage also offers large, stunning gardens with indoor and outdoor play areas, perfect for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. The beautiful views surrounding the cottage are sure to help you unwind and enjoy a peaceful time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Exterior ofa barn conversion behind a shrub-filled garden.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
2

One of nine countryside cottages that make up Keld Head Farm Cottages and nestled near the foot of rolling moorlands, Pigeon Cote near the market town of Pickering, North Yorkshire, retains much of its original charm and features, with open beamed ceilings and traditional stone fireplace.

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Exterior of a farm cottage and patio with a firepit at sunset.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Formally a grain store, it is now a stunning 5-star Gold Award 3-bedroom barn conversion sleeping 6 in 3 bedrooms, large spacious living areas and a private courtyard garden. Close to Beverley in delightful East Yorkshire, convenient for the Yorkshire coast and York.

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Peak District, stone-built farmhouse and garden.
Sleeps
10
Bedrooms
5

Caxterway is a pet-friendly, luxury holiday cottage in the Derbyshire Peak District in secluded rural surroundings at Farditch Farm in Chelmorton. This large holiday cottage near Bakewell is a beautifully furnished barn conversion that sleeps 10 in 5 bedrooms - one on the ground floor.

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Exterior of a single storey holiday lodge overlooking s garden with palm trees.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
3

Elm is an ideal seaside escape. The coastal holiday cottage in Blue Anchor Bay, Somerset, boasts incredible ocean and countryside views from its delightful gardens, which catch the sea breeze. The cottage also offers a games room, wheelchair access, and contemporary comforts and is within easy reach of Exmoor and The Quantock Hills.

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Converted barns overlook a courtyard garden bordered by a low stone wall.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Visitors coming to discover the delights of the Derbyshire Peak District can do so in style at Tagg Cottage at Endmoor Farm, a family-friendly luxury holiday cottage on a working farm near Bakewell that sleeps 4 in a superb and secluded rural location. Pets welcome.

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Stone-built, single storey barn conversion overlooking open countryside.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

The Willows is a one-bedroom Weymouth holiday cottage ideal for couples or solo travellers. It is set on our working farm in Dorset overlooking the Fleet Lagoon and the mighty Jurassic Coastline. It is also ideal for walkers, cyclists, and people who just want to escape to the peace and tranquillity of the Dorset countryside.

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In addition to the potential to save money when booking an independently managed holiday home directly with the owner, you will also be communicating with someone who knows the property inside out and is, therefore, likely to answer all your questions about the property and its location.