Choosing an 'Independent Cottage'

Situated on a working organic Dorset farm in a peaceful rural location, Threshers Barn near Beaminster is a Grade 2 listed 16th-century flint barn, beautifully restored to provide cosy, bright and airy accommodation with original features such as old beams and windows. Pets welcome.

This dog-friendly countryside cottage is located within Douneside's beautifully maintained grounds (all available for guest to use), as are facilities such as the swimming pool, tennis courts, putting green, children’s play park, health club and restaurant.

Lovely Self Catering Dog Friendly Holiday Cottage in The New Forest, Rhubarb Cottage in Lyndhurst is a completely modernised three-bedroomed, Victorian holiday cottage with log burner. Dog friendly and free wifi. 30 seconds to walk to the open New Forest and 5 minutes walk from the High Street

Beautiful stone-built Cornish holiday cottage, sleeping up to 4. Set in the historic Cornish town of Fowey and within walking distance of the beach. Dogs welcome.

Large Derbyshire self catering accommodation with Wi-Fi in the heart of Dovedale in the Peak District. Valley View sleeps 15 in 6 bedrooms, with 3 bathrooms, Sky Sports and Films in two lounges. Ideal for family group holidays and large groups. Dog and pet friendly.

Tidicombe is a large family-friendly Holiday Cottage in the Exmoor foothills. Ideal large groups & families. Peaceful rural location, 5 acres garden/woodland/meadow. Sleeps 12 + cots. Cliffs, Coves, Fishing Harbours & famous Surfing Beaches15-25 mins drive. Lovely footpaths. Short Breaks available.

One of three brand new (2017) luxury barn conversions in a secluded rural location in the heart of the Derbyshire Peak District, Red Hurst is a 3-bedroom family friendly holiday cottage near the picturesque village of Chelmorton. The cottage stands on the Farditch Farm estate, and welcomes pets.

The Gig is a beautiful, newly refurbished sea-facing house with wonderful views across Falmouth harbour to Flushing and St Mawes in a quiet location, yet just a few steps from Falmouth town centre.

The Brambles is a dog friendly luxury holiday cottage, a hop and a skip from the beach in a secluded Norfolk village location near Cromer. It sleeps 6-8 plus cot. Relax in this coastal cottage by the sea amidst landscaped gardens with a hot tub and sleep well in its gorgeous beds.

Annie's Cottage is a Grade 2 listed 1-bedroom Kent coastal cottage in the countryside for couples near Ramsgate and Broadstairs which can sleep 2 - 5 guests. Charming and characterful it has exposed brick and flint walls and original beams. It has 4-Star Quality in Tourism rating.

Stable Cottage on the North Norfolk coast in Cromer is a luxury 5-star Gold Award winning Norfolk holiday cottage. 5-minutes walk from the beach. Facilities at this secluded, pet friendly cottage include a hot tub, table tennis, Sky HD and, in the private walled garden, a state-of-the-art BBQ.

A five-minute walk from the majestic River Wye near Symonds Yat, Portland House is a first class, large holiday cottage with an award-winning garden offering group accommodation for up to 20 guests in a peaceful rural location near Whitchurch in Herefordshire.

Luxury self-catering 2 bedroom apartment with shared heated swimming pool in the restored Fort Augustus Abbey on Loch Ness. Glendoe is a restored property offering a tastefully decorated and comfortable 2 bedroom holiday apartment sleeping 6 within the former St Benedictines Abbey.

In open countryside on the edge of Pickering and the York Moors a picturesque group of stone cottages with beamed ceilings, stone fireplaces. Furnished with emphasis on comfort and relaxation. Large gardens with garden house, play and barbecue area. Website Virtual Tour

Great Calva Cottage at Monkhouse Hill in the Northern Lakes. A 5 star cottage designed for groups of families or friends, with three bedroom suites each with a double, a twin and a bathroom. There is a sauna suite and outside hot tub, access to a luxury hotel spa with swimming pool is also included.

Honeysuckle is a single storey, detached cottage within the Dittiscombe Hills estate, perfect for couples looking for peace and tranquility. Dog-friendly with an enclosed garden, guests can take a stroll around the valley which is just on the doorstep. Far reaching views from the garden and cottage.

Exclusive large self catering holiday cottage near Totnes in South Devon. Beautifully converted stone barn sleeping 8 set in 80 acres of picturesque South Hams countryside with private coarse fishing lake, nature walks & views to Dartmoor. Pets welcome.

Enjoy the quiet, comfortable luxury of The Round Retreat, a large rural holiday cottage on the coast near Barnstaple in North Devon with an indoor pool & spa, tennis court, gym, spa and sauna. Sleeps 12 - 14 guests in 7 bedrooms, it is perfect for large or dual family holidays or celebrations.

Luxury Cotswold Countryside Cottage in the picturesque village of Broadway with a well-established private garden. Laburnum Cottage sleeps 4 in 2 double bedrooms - perfect for two couples to enjoy a relaxing cottage holiday in an idyllic rural location in Gloucestershire. Pets also welcome.

Robertswood Country House is a large Victorian House offering child friendly luxury Self Catering Accommodation in Matlock, Derbyshire within the Peak District. Quiet, comfortable and very affordable.

A few miles inland from Padstow, Bryn Cottage is a lovely Cornish stone barn conversion. Tucked away in the peaceful rolling countryside it has bright, stunning views across open fields and farmland to the nearby hamlet of St. Wenn and Bodmin beyond.

Situated inside the Peak District National Park, the newly renovated barn enjoys a peaceful rural location surrounded by beautiful countryside. Fully and luxuriously equipped for up to 8 people and very dog friendly, perfect for large families or groups of friends.

Deep in leafy Devon lanes, pet friendly Larches Cottage lies on the coast,1.5 miles north of Slapton in a sheltered wooded valley, Grade II listed converted stone barns around a courtyard flanked on two sides with Virginia creeper and stone walls. 1.5 acres of garden.

A stunning 3 bedroom contemporary Devon barn in secluded rural surroundings near Brayford with lake, tree house and woodland walks suitable for sleeping up to 7 guests. Situated centrally within a 53-acre organically managed country estate.