Child-Friendly Holiday Cottages

Browse UK self-catering cottages for family holidays with children. Use the filters to find a property by destination, group size and the features that matter most for your family.

Child-friendly can mean different things for different ages. Some cottages may provide baby equipment, play spaces, games or outdoor facilities, while others may simply offer a practical base for a family break. Check the individual property details before booking, especially if you need equipment for a baby or toddler, or have particular safety considerations.

A timbered eco-lodge sits in front of mature woods overlooking open fields.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Escape to the countryside and experience an enchanting holiday at Woodbell Lodge. This luxurious cottage is one of five detached properties located on the beautiful Wakes Hall Estate, near the village of Wakes Colne in Essex. The property is pet-friendly and features a veranda, hot tub, two en-suite bedrooms, and modern eco-technology.

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A garden table with a parasol sits outside a stone-built barn conversion in Cumbria.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Onsite owners greet you with a welcome package, just the first of many outstanding touches you’ll find with a stay at Woodside Barn, a remote, child-friendly holiday cottage in the secluded hamlet of Pennington on the Cumbrian coast near Ulverston and the Lake District. Sleeps 4.

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Exterior of a stone-built Dartmoor holiday cottage tucked into a fold in the surrounding Devon countryside
  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 4

Woodstone Barn: A Spacious Dartmoor Holiday Cottage for Eight in Devon

Resting on a gentle slope above the West Devon Way, Woodstone offers a serene rural retreat just one and a half miles from the majestic Dartmoor National Park. With the capacity to comfortably accommodate eight guests, Woodstone Barn is the ideal large holiday home in Devon for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Front exterior of a modern house with stone steps to the 1st floor overlooking a lawn
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3

Wootton Gray enjoys enviable ocean views from many vantage points and sits just moments from the beaches and attractions in West Cornwall. The sophisticated Mousehole holiday home offers light and airy spaces, a furnished lawned garden, contemporary design features and a wood-burning stove.

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A stone-built Cumbrian farmhouse and attached barns in a remote moorland location
  • Sleeps 7
  • Bedrooms 3

Step back in time at the authentic stone remote cottage of Wray Green, which sits atop Wild Boar Fell in Cumbria. Sink into the comfort of the lovingly restored and furnished three-bedroom cottage. Pets are welcome. There is ample parking, plus a storage area for hiking and cycling gear. Sleeps 7.

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Ulleswater holiday cottage with a full length balcony and front terrace.
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3

Wreay Mansions is a luxurious rural cottage in Watermillock with impressive views of Lake Ullswater and the hills of Cumbria. The former hunting lodge offers refinement and elegance and boasts a 30’ furnished balcony, a lawned garden, fresh air, contemporary comforts and the chance to escape in style.

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The exterior of a brick-built Dorset bungalow is surrounded by lawns, shrubs, and mature trees.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Wyndthorpe Cottage is a charming rural dwelling located in the idyllic village of Milton Abbas. The cottage boasts a beautiful mature garden, which is fully furnished and offers picturesque views of the Dorset countryside. Inside, the cottage is designed with modern comforts in mind, featuring a sophisticated open-plan layout that is flooded with natural light.

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A modern holiday bungalow with a large block-paved parking area
  • Sleeps 3
  • Bedrooms 2

This detached Yorkshire Dales holiday cottage sleeps 3 in the attractive village of Embsay, near the market town of Skipton. Wynville is set in beautiful gardens, with a modern kitchen, beautifully decorated lounge and dining room, and idyllic walks and cosy country pubs on its doorstep.

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A double-fronted Pembrokeshire holiday cottage overlooks a quiet lane.
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3

The charming, coastal cottage of Y Bwthyn sits in the heart of St. Davids, the smallest city in Wales. This spacious Pembrokeshire holiday cottage is both child-friendly and dog-friendly.

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A slate-roofed, stone holiday cottage in Powys nestles beneath a step hill toppped with a wood.
  • Sleeps 11
  • Bedrooms 5

The character and location of Y Sgubor are delightful. The large rural holiday home in Mid Wales is situated near Llangynog with superb views of Pennant Valley, charming décor, modern fittings, an outdoor hot tub, a sun-trap patio, an open fire and five thoughtfully decorated bedrooms. Pets welcome.

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Spacious seaside apartment lounge with sofa, coffee table and sideboard.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Fun in the sun is assured at 16 Woolacombe, a luxurious coastal apartment in Woolacombe Bay, Devon. The apartment bathes in natural light and carries an effortless coastal chic throughout. It also offers a swimming pool, sauna, treatment room, and modern comfort just minutes from the beach.

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Stone-built exterior of an Exmoor country house and its courtyard garden.
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 1

Allerford View is the only self-catering apartment at Bossington Hall near Porlock. This one-bedroom Exmoor holiday apartment with a wet room is listed as ‘accessible’, but it is equally suitable for non-disabled gusts. The adaptions are discrete and unobtrusive. We created this apartment as there are few self-catering properties in the area with facilities like this.

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A wide tree-lined drive leads to a long, Boscastle holiday bungalow.
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3

Anneth Lowen, a remarkable North Cornwall holiday cottage, welcomes couples, families, and friends to experience peaceful coastal holidays in the serene hamlet of Tresparrett near Boscastle. Recently refurbished to exacting standards, this pet-friendly 3-bedroom holiday home for up to five guests provides a comfortable rural retreat within easy reach of fabulous Cornish throughout the year.

Situated within a designated National Landscape, Anneth  Lowen occupies a spacious plot, providing an ideal escape for those seeking peace and privacy. The village, though rural, is just three miles from the stunning Cornish coast, boasting a host of remarkable beaches like Crackington Haven, Trebarwith, Bossinney, Bude, Widemouth Bay, Polzeath, Strangles, and Tregardock.

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A modern cross-timbered gable overlooking a drive, lawn and a spacious parking area.
  • Sleeps 16
  • Bedrooms 6

Celebrate a momentous occasion at Arden Hill Farm House, a refined country house near Stratford-upon-Avon with stunning views, an elegant interior, spacious gardens and a hot tub. The rural cottage offers a traditional exterior, access to many walking and cycling paths, and tranquillity.

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Exterior of a large country house with a conservatory and large lawn.
  • Sleeps 25
  • Bedrooms 11

Gather friends for a memorable weekend away at Ashleigh House, an elegant and affordable rural cottage near Henley-in-Arden. The sophisticated country house boasts a hot tub and sun lounge with a snooker table, ample gardens, a south-facing patio for entertaining, and period furnishings.

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Choose a cottage that suits your family

The best child-friendly holiday cottage depends on who is travelling. A family with a baby may need space for a cot, a high chair or a bath. Families with older children may be looking for games, outdoor space, a swimming pool or nearby things to do. For a multi-generation break, bedroom layouts, bathrooms and shared living space can be just as important.

Use the property information to compare the facilities available, then check the booking details if you have specific requirements.

What to check before booking a child-friendly cottage

  • Age suitability: Check whether the cottage is suitable for babies, toddlers, older children or teenagers.
  • Baby and toddler equipment: Confirm whether a cot, high chair, stair gate or other equipment is provided, and whether you need to request it in advance.
  • Sleeping arrangements: Look at bedroom layouts, bed types and space for a cot before booking.
  • Indoor and outdoor space: Check for play areas, games rooms, gardens and facilities that suit your children’s ages.
  • Property considerations: Stairs, open water, swimming pools, balconies, open fires and unfenced grounds may need extra supervision.
  • Local plans: Look at beaches, walks, playgrounds, attractions and food shops before you travel.

Family holiday ideas

For a break with plenty to do at the cottage, explore cottages with games rooms or cottages with pools. You can also combine your search with dog-friendly cottages, large holiday cottages, coastal holiday cottages or short breaks.

Frequently asked questions

No. Child-friendly does not mean every cottage provides baby equipment or is suitable for every age group. Check the individual property details before booking.

No. A child-friendly listing is not a safety certification. Parents and carers should review the property information and decide whether it is suitable for their children.

This varies by property. Check the listing for what is included, whether equipment needs to be requested and whether cot bedding is supplied.

Facilities and outdoor space vary between properties. Check whether a pool is private or shared, and review any access, supervision and property information before booking.

Many properties welcome dogs. Browse our dog-friendly cottages collection, then check the individual property rules and the number of dogs permitted.