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 you're planning a calorie-burning trip with all the family or a few days strolling along country lanes with a loved one, our selection of cottages is designed for you to explore the great outdoors. With our selection of cottages, you can plan personalised, stress-free holidays.

Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Explore the North York Moors National Park and the North Yorkshire coastline from Barn Cottage.  This romantic holiday cottage above Robin Hood’s Bay has been charmingly restored as a rural retreat for couples to take in the majestic scenery of the coast and North York Moors.

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A contemporary 2-storey brick house surrounded by open fields.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

The Mayfair in the Cambridgeshire hamlet of Six Mile Bottom makes the perfect place for a large family or group holiday, a contemporary child-friendly cottage featuring six spacious bedrooms, a modern kitchen, and a wraparound garden with stunning countryside views.

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2-storey stone-built cottage overlooking a shrub-lined lawn.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
2

West House is an 18th-century, stone-built, semi-detached rural cottage set among beautiful grounds near Middleton-in-Teesdale, in the Yorkshire Dales. The traditional exterior houses a contemporary interior with touches of yesteryear, an open fire, and spectacular views from all vantage points.

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Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Part of two unique single-storey chalets deep in the hamlet of Heights of Achterneed, the Larchfield Chalet 2 offers a remote Highlands holiday home near Strathpeffer. It offers unbeatable views of Scotland’s gorgeous hillsides. Immerse yourself in the great outdoors. Pets welcome.

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Exterior of a barn conversion overlooking a terrace with a hot tub.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Stables Cottage is a comfortable and stylish countryside cottage in the Northern Yorkshire Dales near Barnard Castle. Accommodation is all on the ground floor and sleeps two to four people in two bedrooms.

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Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
5

Abbotts Wood is a large, pet-friendly holiday home in Hampshire, sleeping 12 in 5 bedrooms (3 ensuites). Facilities in this luxury house include an indoor heated swimming pool, a (free) fishing lake complete with ducks for feeding and 3 acres of grounds to explore.

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Exterior of a sandstone cottage with a courtyard lined by flowering shrubs.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
3

Gaze upon gorgeous coastal views or stunning moorlands during your stay at Honey Bee Cottage, a child-friendly holiday cottage in Staintondale. Converted from a former farm building, this charming rural holiday home near Scarborough with exposed timbers sleeps 4. Pets welcome.

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Two-storey brick exterior of a holiday home in Beverley
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

The Old Dairy opens up the North York Moors and Coast for exploration and provides for a comfortable stay in Beverley. The converted barn welcomes pets and sleeps 4 guests and offers an enclosed, lawned garden with a summerhouse, as well as an open-plan design, arched windows and contemporary style.

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Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

A charming, modern Lake District holiday apartment for two set in an idyllic rural location, this beautifully decorated property in Bowness-on-Windermere sleeps two and is a perfect base from which to explore the Lake and surrounding countryside.

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Walk This Way!

Our properties are in prime walking territories, including the UK's renowned National Parks. Each cottage has 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. It offers 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 cottages ranging from cosy 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 directly with an owner or property manager confidently, knowing that a memorable walking holiday experience is just a click away.