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.

Q double-fronted, redbrick terraced holiday cottage in Wareham.
Sleeps
7
Bedrooms
4

Ammonite is a characterful Dorset coastal cottage on the Jurassic Coast in the Dorset town of Wareham. It can sleep seven people in four bedrooms.

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A two-storey holiday cottage seen through the branches of a tree.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
3

Heyden Cottage is a delightful rural holiday cottage near Minehead, sleeping five in a quiet location. The pet-friendly cottage lies within the Exmoor National Park near the West Somerset coast. It offers seclusion plus fantastic countryside views. Enjoy adventures by day and relax by the wood-burning stove at night.

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A brick-built Shropshire barn conversion overlooks a shrub-filled courtyard with a picket fence.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
3

Emma’s Dairy is a cosy rural cottage surrounded by the Shropshire countryside. The pet-friendly cottage offers sophisticated accommodation with country charm in Alkington. It features an indoor swimming pool, woodland, a children’s play area, a multi-sports court, and private relaxation spaces.

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Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Woodpecker Cottage is a masterful barn conversion which blends urban sophistication with rural charm. The romantic holiday cottage in Ludlow, surrounded by woodland and a stream, offers couples a lovely garden, luxury furnishings, exposed stone walls, serenity, and access to Herefordshire.

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A detached period housewith a pillared portico entrance is surrounded by a mature garden.
Sleeps
7
Bedrooms
4

Situated amidst the splendour of the Lake District on the outskirts of a Cumbrian lakeside village. Sandown is a child-friendly cottage in Bowness-on-Windermere, perfect for up to seven guests, a two-storey holiday home with four en-suite ground-floor bedrooms and spacious first-floor living areas.

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Sleeps
15
Bedrooms
7

Bearwood House and Cottage are half-timbered rural holiday cottages in Leominster. Sleeping 15 people, the pet-friendly cottages in Herefordshire boast undeniable charm, beautiful views, indoor and outdoor games, a hot tub, loggia, a sunken garden, an arboretum, log fires and a tennis court.

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Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

In the heart of the North York Moors National Park, come to stay at Lanes Barn, a countryside cottage in the remote village of Glaisdale, new Whitby, North Yorkshire, that comfortably sleeps four and provides the perfect home base to explore all that the region has to offer.

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A lawn slope down boat moored on the banks of the River Severn
Sleeps
7
Bedrooms
3

If breathtaking views and the waterside scenery are a priority for you, Rosewaters Cottage near Stourport-on-Severn offers you plenty. Sitting on the banks of the River Severn, this Worcestershire dog-friendly holiday home offers luxury waterside self-catering for 2-7 guests.

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Large thatched cottage overlooking a large lawn fringed with flowering shrubs.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Old Thatch is a charming Grade II-listed coastal cottage in Torcross, Devon, with panoramic ocean views and expansive grounds. The masterfully renovated thatched-roof cottage boasts landscaped furnished gardens, a sun-drenched conservatory, a log fire, exposed beams and beach access.

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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.