Eco-Friendly Holiday Cottages

Find UK holiday cottages with documented sustainability features. Depending on the property, this may include renewable energy, low-carbon heating, efficient building design, water-saving systems, EV charging or practical measures that help guests reduce waste during their stay.

Eco-friendly features vary from cottage to cottage, so check the individual listing for the exact details and how they apply to your holiday. Use the filters to choose a destination, group size and the facilities that matter to you.

A restored barn with fenced garden and blue skies
  • Sleeps 10
  • Bedrooms 4

Mutton Barn is a beautifully restored self-catering holiday home set high on the Alne Hills in Warwickshire, overlooking rolling open countryside within the Heart of England Forest. Sleeping up to ten guests across four bedrooms, the barn combines traditional rural character with stylish, modern living spaces designed for comfort and relaxation.

Outside, a private enclosed garden makes an ideal, pet-friendly retreat, while sweeping rural views, resident owls, visiting deer, and sightings of birds of prey create a truly magical and restorative escape. Surrounded by footpaths and bridleways, Mutton Barn is perfectly suited to walkers, cyclists, and nature lovers alike.

The property offers on-site parking, a wood-fired hot tub, and welcomes dogs, all while remaining just a short drive from local amenities and charming market towns nearby.

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  • Sleeps 2
  • Bedrooms 1

In an East Sussex valley north of the South Downs, Cherrystone Barn is a rural retreat near Lewes. A perfect holiday getaway for couples, this romantic countryside cottage with a hot tub has an enclosed garden offering expansive views, an open-plan living area, and a separate bedroom with an en-suite rolltop bath.

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A 2-storey, timber-walled lodge in a woodland glade.
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3

Deerpark Lodge is a delightful wooden-clad holiday lodge in Leicestershire on a 28-acre estate near Ashby-de-la-Zouch. The pet-friendly rural property is surrounded by woodland for walks and lakes for fishing. It offers light-filled open-plan spaces, a contemporary design, a large deck with views, and a log fire.

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  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 4

 

View No.9 The Vista, an eco holiday lodge in Woolacombe. Set within the small and peaceful Willingcott holiday park, just 2 miles from Woolacombe Beach, this retreat accommodates up to 8 guests. Its open-plan layout seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas flooded with natural light. The modern kitchen boasts sleek surfaces and amenities to make life easier for culinary enthusiasts. With four bedrooms and three bathrooms, including a master king-size room with an en-suite and a twin room, there's ample space for relaxation. Enjoy outdoor living on the large decked area with a hot tub and extensive shared grounds.

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Exterior and interior of Royal Oak Cottage, a luxuriously furnished Exmoor holiday cottage in the moorland village of Withypool.
  • Sleeps 7
  • Bedrooms 4

Royal Oak Cottage is an impressive Exmoor holiday cottage in Withypool. The pet-friendly cottage sleeps seven and boasts features of its past as an Ale House, including oak beams, two large fireplaces, stone walls and a bread oven. It also offers natural light and a sun-trap furnished patio.

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A 3-storey, glass-fronted house curves around a courtyard with a central lawn and sofas
  • Sleeps 16
  • Bedrooms 6

Indulge in a delightful luxury cottage vacation at Woolbrook Reservoir in Sidmouth - a stunning coastal cottage retreat with an awe-inspiring design. This holiday home in East Devon features spacious rooms, a captivating atrium, and a rooftop garden complete with a wood-fired hot tub. The property includes common areas like a high-quality kitchen, a games room, and an outdoor lounge suite. Located less than 1.5 miles from Sidmouth, it provides privacy and offers breathtaking views.

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A hot tub and sunloungers on the deck of an timber eco lodge.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Bedrooms 1

This stunning eco-lodge in the beautiful Somerset countryside makes the perfect couples' retreat. The master suite has a king-size bed and a bathroom complete with a huge freestanding bath and LED lighting. Laze the hours away in your fab hot tub or enjoy a sunset together in the starlit courtyard.

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  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Experience luxurious living in this exquisitely designed eco-lodge located in the stunning Cheddar countryside at Strawberryfield Park. This spacious and bright two-bedroom lodge boasts three sets of glass sliding doors that lead out to a beautifully decked terrace, which comes complete with comfortable outdoor seating and a bubbling hot tub.

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Exterior of a wooden eco lodge with a hot tub on its deck.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Cedar Lodge is a luxurious holiday lodge located in Cheddar, Somerset. It features two bedrooms and is situated on the outskirts of the Mendip Hills in a designated National Landscape. This 5-star eco-friendly lodge is located in a peaceful rural setting and is well-suited for parents with very young children as it is baby-friendly.

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holiday lodge deck with a hot-tub, table and chairs
  • Sleeps 2
  • Bedrooms 1

Escape to the Somerset countryside near Cheddar at the beautiful Combe Hay eco-lodge, complete with luxury furnishings and a private Jacuzzi hot tub, perfect for a romantic getaway for two.

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Doves Barn Suffolk
  • Sleeps 20
  • Bedrooms 8

This spacious Suffolk Barn conversion, Bradley, sits on 2 acres of land and provides well-furnished accommodation with stunning views of the countryside. Guests can also enjoy a hot tub.

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A stem engines rushes through Somerset countryside past two old carriages converted to holiday homes
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Experience a unique holiday in the Somerset countryside by staying in your very own railway carriage beside the vintage West Somerset Railway tracks near Williton. The Railway Carriage is an authentic replica fitted out to provide you with style and luxury. This pet-friendly holiday cottage has a 4-star rating and features an eco-friendly design, a log burner, and modern amenities.

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A steam-train passes by a line-side holiday cottage on a sunny summer's day.
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3

Located near Woolston in Somerset, Railway Cottage is a picturesque destination for steam railway enthusiasts. This pet-friendly cottage on the West Somerset Railway boasts stunning countryside views, charming interiors, a cosy log burner, bright and airy rooms, oak flooring, and modern amenities. It has also earned a 4-star gold rating.

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A twin-gabled holiday cottage nestles between two tall trees.
  • Sleeps 12
  • Bedrooms 6

In the heart of the North Devon countryside lies Somers Hiscott, a luxury six-bedroom holiday home which can comfortably accommodate up to 12. Located in Hiscott near Barnstaple, Somers Hiscott offers its guests peace and tranquillity on a large 41-acre private estate.

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What makes a holiday cottage eco-friendly?

There is no single feature that makes every cottage equally sustainable. Some properties generate renewable energy or use lower-carbon heating, while others have been designed to reduce energy use, protect local habitats or make it easier to charge an electric vehicle.

The individual property details explain the specific features available. This helps you compare cottages on the facts that matter to you, rather than relying on a general label.

FeatureWhat to check
Renewable energySolar panels, wind generation or solar thermal systems
Lower-carbon heatingAir-source or ground-source heat pumps, biomass or other stated systems
Efficient designHeat recovery, insulation, sustainable materials or a recognised building standard
Water and wildlifeRainwater collection, borehole water, rewilding or habitat management where confirmed
Greener travelEV charging, nearby rail links or practical walking and cycling access

Plan a lower-impact cottage break

Choosing a property with clear sustainability information is one part of planning an eco-conscious holiday. You may also want to consider how you travel, where you shop and how you explore once you arrive.

For electric-car travel, browse our cottages with EV car chargers. If you are planning a car-free break, see holiday cottages accessible by train. You can also explore walking holidays for stays built around time outdoors.

Check the details before booking

Environmental features can differ in scope and availability. For example, an EV charger may need booking or payment, solar panels may contribute to the property’s electricity rather than provide all of it, and heating systems can vary between cottages.

Check the listing for the exact feature, any practical restrictions and the information source before booking. If a particular credential is essential to your plans, confirm it with the owner or provider.

Frequently asked questions

It means the property has documented environmental features or practices. These can include renewable energy, lower-carbon heating, efficient design, water-saving systems or other stated measures.

No. Do not assume that an eco-friendly feature means a cottage or holiday is carbon neutral. Check the individual property details for the specific information available.

Some properties have EV charging, but availability, connector type, cost and booking arrangements vary. See our cottages with EV car chargers and check each listing before booking.

Rail travel can be part of a lower-impact journey, but it is separate from the property’s own features. Browse holiday cottages accessible by train for rail-friendly stays.

Look for the stated feature, such as solar panels, a heat pump or EV charging, then check how it is available during your stay and when the information was last verified.