View from a hilltop footpath of Porlock Bay on Exmoor. Find Coast and Country Cottages for Walking Holidays in the UK

View My Favourite Holiday Cottages For Walking Holidays

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.

Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
3

Heather Croft is a delightfully restored three-bedroom seaside cottage with an open, airy ambience and a balcony with sweeping ocean views. The red-brick cottage overlooks Robin Hood’s Bay on the North Yorkshire Coast and sleeps seven people with family-friendly amenities.

  • Active Holidays
  • Agency Cottages
  • Child-Friendly Cottages
  • Coastal Cottages
  • Countryside Cottages
  • Short Breaks
  • Walking Holidays
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Treat that special person to a relaxing break at Cobbled Corner in Elton. The delightful stone-built property offers one cosy bedroom, blissful tranquillity and a vibrant, pretty garden in a peaceful village in the heart of the Peak District National Park. A gift for walkers and nature lovers.

  • Active Holidays
  • Agency Cottages
  • Countryside Cottages
  • Farm Cottages
  • Remote Cottages
  • Romantic Cottages
  • Small Cottages
  • Walking Holidays
Exterior of a 2-storey, stone-built barn conversion overlooking a low-walled garden
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

This is a fabulous stone barn conversion in the Derbyshire Dales village of Edale. Situated on a working sheep farm, it sleeps up to six people in comfort and luxury.

  • Active Holidays
  • Agency Cottages
  • Child-Friendly Cottages
  • Countryside Cottages
  • Farm Cottages
  • Short Breaks
  • Walking Holidays
Sleeps
7
Bedrooms
3

Nuffies Cottage is a gorgeous converted barn with panoramic views of rolling green hills. The rural cottage boasts stone walls and is situated on a working farm near Winster in the Peak District and Derbyshire Dales. Exposed beams and country charm combine with modern comforts to ensure relaxation.

  • Active Holidays
  • Agency Cottages
  • Child-Friendly Cottages
  • Countryside Cottages
  • Cycling Holidays
  • Farm Cottages
  • Remote Cottages
  • Short Breaks
  • Walking Holidays
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

For a family-friendly self-catering holiday in the Derbyshire Peak District countryside, the 2-bedroom Clematis Cottage in Baslow will sleep 4 guests in comfort after days out in the great outdoors. With a village shop next door and a pub nearby - what more could you want?

  • Active Holidays
  • Agency Cottages
  • Countryside Cottages
  • Cycling Holidays
  • Short Breaks
  • Small Cottages
  • Walking Holidays
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

The Retreat is featured in the Daphne Du Maurier novel The King’s General. Couples can write their own holiday narrative at this romantic cottage with a cute patio in St Keyne near Liskeard, Cornwall. The pet-friendly, 1-bedroom rural cottage features inviting, modern décor blended with rustic charm.

  • Accessible By Train
  • Active Holidays
  • Agency Cottages
  • Child-Friendly Cottages
  • Coastal Cottages
  • Countryside Cottages
  • Dog-Friendly Holiday Cottages
  • Romantic Cottages
  • Short Breaks
  • Small Cottages
  • Walking Holidays
Exterior of a slate-roofed barn conversion with patio and lawned garden.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Nantusi is a charming 17th Century cottage offering pet-friendly self-catering accommodation for 2-6 guests in East Murthill village, 7 miles from Kirriemuir. Facilities include shared use of an indoor swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi. It's a fabulous spot for walking, fishing and golf holidays.

  • Active Holidays
  • Agency Cottages
  • Cottages with Hot Tubs
  • Countryside Cottages
  • Dog-Friendly Holiday Cottages
  • Holiday Cottages With a Pool
  • Remote Cottages
  • Short Breaks
  • Walking Holidays
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

James Court Cottage is located on the idyllic grounds of the Irton Hall Estate, just outside the peaceful Cumbria village of Santon Bridge. This cosy Lake District holiday cottage sleeps 4 with oak flooring, a wood-burning stove and excellent walking and climbing on its doorstep. Pets welcome

  • Active Holidays
  • Agency Cottages
  • Child-Friendly Cottages
  • Countryside Cottages
  • Cycling Holidays
  • Dog-Friendly Holiday Cottages
  • Short Breaks
  • Small Cottages
  • Walking Holidays
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Perched atop an inspiring scenic hilltop location in North Wales, the Bryn Howell Stables in Llangollen is a superb, 3-bedroom rural retreat in Denbighshire for 2-6 guests. This dog-friendly vintage holiday property is a remote cottage that has been beautifully renovated for family holidays.

  • Active Holidays
  • Agency Cottages
  • Child-Friendly Cottages
  • Countryside Cottages
  • Cycling Holidays
  • Dog-Friendly Holiday Cottages
  • Farm Cottages
  • Remote Cottages
  • Short Breaks
  • Walking Holidays

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.