View from a hilltop footpath of Porlock Bay on Exmoor.

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Discover Your Next Outdoor Adventure with My Favourite Holiday Cottages

Embark on walking holidays through the UK's most breathtaking landscapes, from the rugged Cornish coast to the majestic Highlands of Scotland. Our curated collection of holiday cottages, log cabins, and shepherd's huts are perfectly positioned for the walking enthusiast.

Whether planning a callorie burning trip with all the family or a few days gently strolling along country lanes with a loved one (without a pet in tow,) plan personalised, stress-free holidays with our selection of cottages, designed for you to explore the great outdoors.

A Coniston holiday bungalow with a lawn and large tarmac space for guest's cars
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

With glorious views looking down onto Coniston Water, Underwood is a beautifully presented single-story Lake District holiday cottage with a private hot tub for families of friends wishing to spend time in this Cumbrian Walkers paradise. Sleeps 6. Pets welcome.

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A wisteria-clad, single-storey brick building with large windows overlooks a garden full of shrubs.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Garden House is a gorgeous rural holiday cottage near Aylsham in Norfolk set on the lavish grounds of a grand private estate. The pet-friendly cottage boasts beautiful views and 150 acres of grounds with lakes and combines rural charm with modern elegance in a cottage with an open fire and coastal access.

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Entrance to a stone-built Cumbrian coottage with a porch and small lawn.
Sleeps
Bedrooms
1

Enjoy a romantic holiday amidst the splendour of Northern England with a stay at Cow Byre, a stone-built small holiday cottage in the Cumbrian hamlet of Barras. It is situated within easy reach of the Yorkshire Dales, featuring a split-level open-plan living area, a feature wall, and a loft bedroom with a four-poster bed.

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A thatched cottage with thatched porch and large conservatory overlooks a wide lawn.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Under Acre Cottage is a charming chocolate box cottage nestled among the Cranborne AONB in Winterborne Whitechurch. The Grade II listed 16th-century rural cottage boasts a thatched roof & more original features, plus a lovely garden with countryside views, open fire and access to the Dorset coast.

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Gable end of a 2-storey pennine holiday cottage overlooking a country lane
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Underbank Hall Cottage is a romantic cottage for couples in a secluded rural location with breathtaking views of the valleys and hills between The Peak District and The Pennines in Stocksbridge, but still within easy reach of the fleshpots of Sheffield. Pets welcome.

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Exterior of a single-storey coach house convrsion with a small, flower-filed front garden.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

A coastal and pet-friendly Cornish cottage, An Kres is a pretty, stylish seaside holiday home for two. Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac in the pretty fishing village of Mevagissey, An Kres is a modern, ground-floor cottage providing peace and quiet just a short stroll from Mevagissey harbour.

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Exterior of asemi-detached restored fisherman's cottage with a paved courtyard in Appledore.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

The Retreat is a charming North Devon holiday cottage in Appledore. The pet-friendly cottage offers an enviable waterside location, a spacious garden, exposed beams and sash windows, and a fantastic base for memorable seaside holidays.

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A classic country house with a row of five windows overlooks a shrub0filled garden lined by wrought iron railings.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

Flanders Hall is a large and impressive Grade II listed Georgian country house in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales in West Burton. This pet-friendly holiday home in secluded rural surroundings is perfect for large family holidays or a get-together with friends in the great outdoors.

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Large lawns surround a ground-floor barn conversion in remote, open Northumberland countryside
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

This beautiful 3-bedroom Northumberland holiday cottage in the Cheviot Hills lies in the stunning Northumberland countryside just outside the village of Akeld near Wooler in the Northumberland National Park. The cottage is lovingly decorated and perfect for walking holidays in Northumberland.

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Walk This Way!

Our properties are nestled in prime walking territories, including the UK's renowned National Parks. Each cottage is equipped with thoughtful amenities for walkers, such as boot rooms and recommended walking routes, ensuring a seamless experience. Discover cottages that begin your adventure right from the front door, leading you into the heart of the local countryside.

Highlights of our collection include:

  • Trailside cottages on famous routes like the South West Coast Path and the Pennine Way
  • Idyllic retreats with doorstep access to local footpaths and scenic country walks
  • Charming stays near picturesque canal towpaths, lakes, and reservoirs

Discover a perfect hiking holiday retreat in the UK's National Parks, where idyllic cottages await:

The Lake District beckons with its serene lakes and mountain trails, offering traditional stone cottages and modern apartments, some with direct access to boating and fishing on the lakes.

The Peak District caters to all levels of walkers, with a range of cottages from cozy nooks to spacious houses.

In the Yorkshire Dales, find solace amidst rolling hills and quaint villages, with a variety of farmhouses and contemporary apartments.

Explore the Scottish Highland's untamed beauty with a stay in a traditional crofter's cottage or a modern lodge amidst the highlands.

Wales invites you to traverse its challenging Snowdonia routes or the tranquil hills of the Cotswolds, with an array of honey stone cottages.

When selecting your walking holiday cottage, consider not only the location and trail access but also the nearby amenities, ensuring your stay is as authentic and comfortable as possible.

With My Favourite Holiday Cottages, your journey to a great walking holiday starts here. Book with confidence, knowing that a memorable walking holiday experience, directly with property owners, is just a click away.