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Scroll down to view cottages that you can book directly with the owner. All the cottages listed on this page are ‘independent cottages’. These Independent holiday cottages, as they are known, are those where a property’s owner is responsible for marketing and managing bookings. If you call, you’ll be speaking to the owner. When you book, you pay the owner. They don’t charge booking fees, no commission charges. Refine your search by adding a keyword to the search bar.
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- 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
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
The Stables in the quaint Cotswold village of Little Tew, Oxfordshire, offers modern comforts amidst a peaceful setting for the ideal holiday home with a hot tub for couples and small families. It is a pet-friendly barn conversion with an enclosed garden, hot tub, breakfast bar, wood burner, and two bedrooms with TVs.
- Sleeps
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 2
Tucked in near the Great Fryup Dale in the heart of North York Moors National Park, The Byre in the civil parish of Danby, North Yorkshire, sits on a working organic farm, a two-storey countryside cottage featuring exposed beams, vaulted ceiling, and ground floor underfloor heating.
- Sleeps
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
Applewood is a pretty one-bedroom cottage situated in the village of Harome near Helmsley within walking distance of the Michelin-starred Star Inn and nestled between the North Yorkshire Moors National Park and the Howardian Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
- Sleeps
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
Couples seeking a relaxing getaway will enjoy a stay at The Sycamore, a delightful romantic Cotswold holiday cottage for couples near the historic village of Arlington in Gloucestershire. It's the perfect weekend retreat featuring plenty of natural light streaming from double-height windows, beamed ceilings, and wood floors.
- Sleeps
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 3
Ball Cottage is a charming holiday home located in Winsford, Somerset. Nestled within a lush garden, it boasts a beautiful stream that adds to the picturesque scenery. The cottage is perfect for those looking to go on walking holidays in Exmoor, as it is ideally located. Inside, you'll find many original features, including a lovely open fire that creates a cosy ambience. Additionally, you can explore the charming village and Exmoor National Park, or head to the coast for a day trip.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Pelorus Cottage promises spectacular ocean views from its position within Trevose Head Lighthouse. Nestled between Harlyn and Constantine Bays, the special coastal cottage promises coastal seclusion and modernity, as well as outdoor spaces and clean, refreshing sea breezes. Enjoy a unique getaway on the Cornish coast.
- Sleeps
- 7
- Bedrooms
- 3
Ty Coch (Red House) is our 2nd barn conversion in the lower yard of our secluded Pembrokeshire smallholding. The long building lends itself perfectly to the open-plan dining room/kitchen/lounge. It sleeps 7 in 3 bedrooms with two bathrooms. It is child & dog friendly with a fenced back garden from the new conservatory added March 2024.
- Sleeps
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
The upside-down design of Jenny’s Cottage in Alnmouth affords couples magnificent views of the Northumberland region from its first-floor living area. Views of the working farm and the ocean ensure romance and relaxation at this cosy rural retreat replete with touches of luxury and elegance.