View My Favourite Eco-Friendly Holiday Cottages
There are plenty of easy ways to make your next self-catering holiday environmentally friendly. Whether you stick to public transport or avoid flying, going away doesn’t need to be wasteful or add to CO2 emissions. Booking a holiday cottage with a beach or a national park on its doorstep can also help to keep your trip green by eliminating the need to get in your car every time you head out for the day.
Help to leave only tiny environmental footprints on your next holiday. Scroll down to view this collection of Eco Holiday Cottages and Lodges in the UK and see each property’s environmentally friendly qualities. See our blog article on Eco-Chic Holiday Cottages for further information on what kinds of facilities to expect in luxury eco-friendy cottages.
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- Sleeps
- 10
- Bedrooms
- 4
Swallows Reach is an exquisite large holiday cottage in Halwell, a dream South Devon holiday home with a swimming pool. This impressive farm cottage boasts five beautifully appointed bedrooms, four with en suite facilities, spanning three levels. Enjoy the inviting open-plan living space, including a lounge with a wood-burning stove, and relish the fully equipped kitchen. With the added allure of an indoor pool, shared play area, and the convenience of off-road parking, Swallows Reach promises a perfect pet-friendly getaway for families or groups.
- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 4
Situated in an elevated rural location just outside the walled market town of Conwy, Cymryd Uchaf is a large and pet-friendly cottage. Its four lush gardens overlook lovely Conwy Bay and offer views of the nearby Snowdonia National Park. This 4-bedroom coastal cottage sleeps 8.
- Sleeps
- 11
- Bedrooms
- 5
For a stunning retreat that pulls out all the stops, The Station House is a large North Yorkshire holiday home full of charm. The Grade II listed Victorian property is ideal for large family groups, offering exquisite accommodation from which to explore the North York Moors and the Whitby coast.
- Sleeps
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
A historic, romantic holiday cottage in Stockland nestled in the heart of the Devon countryside, Kites Holt makes the perfect Blackdown Hills rural retreat, part of a 15th-century thatched Medieval Hall House with a private entrance, open fire, underfloor heating in the bathroom, and quaint mid-floor kitchen.
- Sleeps
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 1
Annie's Cottage is a Grade 2 listed, one-bedroom rural holiday cottage for couples on the Kent coast near Ramsgate and Broadstairs. It can sleep 2 - 5 guests. Charming and characterful, it has exposed brick, flint walls, and original beams. It has a 4-Star Quality in Tourism rating.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Beach Retreat is an elegant North Devon coastal cottage situated a short stroll from Instow's beautiful beaches. The pet-friendly cottage benefits from a neutral palette and sophisticated design features that capture the sea breeze in its light and airy rooms and boasts a log fire.
- 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.
- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 4
Discover Ley Park, an enticing large holiday cottage in North Devon, offering a captivating blend of comfort and coastal charm. It is perched half a mile from Welcombe, a hamlet just a short stroll from Welcombe Mouth Beach. This smart retreat boasts sea-view bedrooms, a cosy wood-burning stove, and a spacious dining room. Ideal for family gatherings, the enclosed garden with a patio and grassy area provides a scenic backdrop. Explore this idyllic holiday let in North Devon for an unforgettable coastal escape.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Styled on a traditional Norfolk barn, 5d Hideways boasts vaulted beamed ceilings, wooden décor, and contemporary comforts. The Hunstanton holiday cottage on the North Norfolk coast is ideal for a seaside escape as it offers a delightful courtyard, open-plan spaces and proximity to sandy beaches.