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Escape to the perfect retreat with our selection of inviting waterside holiday cottages, offering picturesque views of Highland lochs, cascading rivers, or sandy beaches. Whether you seek a riverside cottage, a secluded log cabin by a lake, or a charming lock-keepers cottage along a reed-fringed canal towpath, we have the ideal self-catering accommodation for your waterside cottage holidays. Scroll down to explore and book Waterside Cottages in the United Kingdom, providing convenient access to serene landscapes year-round. Choose from cosy harbourside fishermen's cottages for romantic getaways in Falmouth or beckside cottages in the tranquil Yorkshire Dales. Our diverse selection ensures a wide range of UK town and country holiday cottages with waterfront views, creating unforgettable moments for families and groups of friends.

- Sleeps
- 12
- Bedrooms
- 6
Mill House is a large Dorset holiday home in Maiden Newton, Dorset, which makes an ideal holiday retreat for large families and groups of friends, a Grade II listed child-friendly cottage featuring stylish décor, a games room, six spacious bedrooms, and a large enclosed garden with patio and barbecue.

- Sleeps
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 3
Set among the meadows in the Quarme Valley, West Huckham Barn is a converted rural holiday cottage on Exmoor boasting wonderful moorland views and contemporary style. The pet-friendly cottage near Wheddon Cross has a wood-burning stove, traditional features, vaulted ceilings, expansive grounds and a conservatory.

- Sleeps
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3
Sunnycliffe House is a stunning 3-bedroom North Devon holiday cottage in Woolacombe with panoramic sea views across the Bay. This beautiful coastal cottage overlooks Combesgate Beach, Baggy Point and Lundy Island. The house is mainly open-plan, with a sunny terrace off the lounge, a picnic table, and sun loungers.

- Sleeps
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
This charming holiday cottage in Enniskillen is decorated to a high standard. It features period furnishings and a wood-burning stove. The cottage also has a small outdoor patio, a sitting area, a kitchen, a twin bedroom, and a bathroom.

- Sleeps
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 3
Rowena Cottage is uniquely positioned inside a converted lighthouse near Swanage. It enjoys superb ocean views from Anvil Point. The pet-friendly cottage features ample grounds to soak up the views of the Dorset coastline. It boasts luxury and a rare chance to get away in a spectacular location.

- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
This delightful lodge on Wakes Hall Farm is a haven of peace on 500 acres of private land. Recently awarded a five-star AA rating, it features an open-plan kitchen/dining/sitting area, a verandah, and a hot tub. The historic town of Colchester is 40 minutes away.

- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
'Sea You There' is a chic seafront cottage with incredible ocean views in Redcar, Yorkshire. The pet-friendly cottage boasts bay windows that capture the view, open-plan spaces with a distinct coastal vibe, and sleek modern furnishings. Relax to the sound of the waves and the sea breeze.

- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Book an Isle of Wight holiday cottage with superb sea views at Landward, a beautifully renovated ex-Lighthouse keeper's cottage at St Margaret's Lighthouse. Near Ventnor, a few minutes walk from the beach, this attractive cliff-top rural holiday cottage sleeps 4. Pets welcome.

- Sleeps
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 3
Upper Instow Beach Cottage is a charming first-floor North Devon holiday let overlooking the estuary. The dog-friendly waterside apartment has three bedrooms and sleeps five people. It has a lovely balcony where guests can enjoy uninterrupted views across the beach and estuary to Appledore and beautiful sunsets.