Independent Holiday Cottages

Browse independent holiday cottages across the UK, from stays run by individual owners to homes managed by local independent businesses. Every property has its own booking route, so check the listing to see who handles reservations, which terms apply and the facilities available for your dates.

Use the filters to choose a location, party size and the features that matter to your break, whether you are looking for a coastal stay, a large cottage, somewhere dog-friendly or a walking holiday.

  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Keeper Cottage West stands at the most westerly point of mainland Britain, nestled below the majestic Ardnamurchan Lighthouse on the shores of Loch Linnhe, the gateway to Ben Nevis. This cosy granite, pet-friendly seaside cottage with WiFi sleeps 4 in a lovely remote rural location.

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  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3

Luccombe Cottage, a 4-star Exmoor holiday cottage Somerset sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms in the beautiful Avill valley near Dunster and Minehead. Indoor pool, spa bath, games room, tennis court, trampoline, play centre etc. Families and dogs welcome.

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Open plan living area in a Peak District barn conversion.
  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 4

Overbrook Holiday Barn is a large holiday cottage in Derbyshire, part of a beautiful Grade II listed 18th-century farm on the edge of the village of Flash, near Buxton, located in a quiet rural valley in the Peak District National Park. Four bedrooms sleeping 8. Wi-Fi. Pets welcome.

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2-storey gable end of a holiday apartment block with stairs and balconies.
  • Sleeps 10
  • Bedrooms 4

Redwood, a large coastal apartment in Croyde, sleeps ten people. It welcomes groups, including stag and hen groups, perfect for fun beach holidays at one of Devon's top award-winning beaches. Redwood is open-plan with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a dining area, a lounge, a balcony and a kitchen.

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Exterior of a large double-fronted Georgian House with bay windows and an adjoining wing.
  • Sleeps 24
  • Bedrooms 12

River Wye Lodge is a spacious holiday cottage in the Forest of Dean overlooking the picturesque River Wye. The cottage can accommodate up to 26 guests, and it is easily accessible. You can spend your days exploring the Forest and theWye Valley or enjoy a variety of activities on the river. Alternatively, you can relax in the cottage's hot tub, games room, or children's playground. Pets are welcome to join you on your holiday.

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far-reaching view of boating marinas on the Dart Estuary
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Rose Cottage in South Devon, sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms with truly spectacular panoramic views over the Dart Esturary Darthaven Marina, the Britannia Royal Naval College and upstream towards Dittisham. The stone holiday cottage was built in 1880 in a sought after position, A great, peaceful location on the English Riviera close to South Devon beaches.

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Front entrance to a contemporary barn conversion in Somerset.
  • Sleeps 11
  • Bedrooms 6

Selworthy is a 4-Star Gold West Somerset Holiday Cottage sleeping 11 in 6 bedrooms. This large, dog-friendly cottage is on a small country estate in an Exmoor valley near Dunster and Minehead. Facilities include an indoor pool, hot tub, games room, tennis court, trampoline and play centre.

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A row of two terraced holiday cottages in North Devon
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Stag Cottage is a lovely farm cottage with a swimming pool and games room resting in a quiet corner of Little Torrington. The rural North Devon holiday cottage boasts a garden and woodland views and treats guests to experiences with farm animals.

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  • Sleeps 22
  • Bedrooms 8

Once a village pub, The Anchor has been tastefully converted to create a large Forest of Dean Holiday Cottage, complete with a hot tub and games room. This family-friendly holiday home in Gloucestershire lies in a magical rural location in the Wye Valley. Pets welcome.

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  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

The Annexe is one of 12 Exmoor Holiday Cottages at Duddings Country Cottages in the beautiful Avill Valley near Dunster and Minehead. It sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms. Facilities include an indoor pool, spa bath, games room, tennis court, trampoline, and play centre. Families and dogs are welcome. The Annexe is 4-star rated by Visit England.

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Single storey exterior of a barn conversion with a hot tub on its terrace.
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3

A charming terraced Shropshire holiday cottage in Alberbury with original oak beams and trusses and a wood burner in the open-plan living area. It sleeps 6 in 3 delightful bedrooms, all en-suite. Add in the private patio with a hot tub, and this is a perfect country cottage for a family holiday!

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Sun loungers on a lawn in front of a stone-built holiday cottage
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Luxury cottage located in Tayside, near Aberfeldy and right on the banks of the River Tay. It features two king-size sleigh beds, a log stove, and open fires. The cottage also comes with complimentary Wi-Fi and logs for the fireplace. There's a pool table, iPod docking station, books, and games available for entertainment. The kitchen is fully equipped with all utensils for your convenience. Additionally, the cottage has an 11-acre garden and fishing rights. Pets are also welcome.

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Barn conversion buildings overlooking a grass courtyard with a raised flower bed.
  • Sleeps 12
  • Bedrooms 6

Lovely large 6-bedroom barn conversion in East Yorkshire with private gardens - set on our farmstead in 19 acres of grass and woodland two miles from the historic town of Beverley. Free wifi - arrive any day. AWARD-WINNING COTTAGES. Pets welcome. Sleeps 12+2 extra children.

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A 2-storey Dorset mill conversion overlooks a terrace and lawned garden.
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3

The Mill is a well-equipped coastal holiday cottage with Wi-Fi available all year round. It sleeps six and is set in 7.5 acres of Dorset countryside. The Mill is only a short walk from the village pub and a short drive to the market town of Bridport / West Bay, which is famous as the location for TVs Broadchurch.

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A wooden eco-lodge with a large deck in a pine clearing.
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3

Tucked away along their own woodland track and with private parking, these distinctive detached lodges benefit from the facilities of the Clippesby Hall family holiday park in Norfolk. They simultaneously combine a sense of separateness and peaceful relaxation. Pets are welcome.

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Find the right independently managed cottage

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Booking directly with an owner

A clear direct-owner booking route

Who takes payment, confirms the booking and handles questions

Booking with a local independent business

The named owner or managing business

Contact details, arrival support and booking terms

Understanding the full cost

A clear price breakdown and terms

Deposit, optional extras, pet charges and cancellation conditions

Choosing the right place to stay

Filters and the individual property description

Layout, facilities, accessibility and any restrictions

What does “independent” mean?

On this collection, independent describes cottages run by individual owners or smaller independent businesses. It does not automatically mean that a stay is detached, that you will meet the owner, that there are no booking fees or that every booking is made directly with an owner.

The individual property listing and booking route are the best places to confirm who manages the stay and what is included.

What to check before booking

  • Who you book with: Confirm whether the booking is handled by an owner, an independent manager or another booking provider.
  • The total cost: Read the price breakdown and terms before paying a deposit.
  • Questions about the cottage: Use the booking contact to check details such as parking, arrival arrangements, dogs, accessibility or equipment for children.
  • The property itself: Independent management is not a facilities guarantee. Check the listing for the layout, outdoor space and amenities you need.
  • Your booking protection: Review the payment method, cancellation policy and travel-insurance options that suit your plans.

You can also refine your search for dog-friendly cottages, coastal holiday cottages, large holiday cottages and walking holidays.

Frequently asked questions

It is a cottage run by an individual owner or a smaller independent business. Check the individual listing to understand the exact booking arrangement.

Some stays may offer direct owner booking, but do not assume this from the independent label alone. Check the booking route and property details before reserving.

Not necessarily. Check the total price, any optional extras and the booking terms for the property you choose.

Use the contact or booking details on the individual listing. Depending on the property, this may be the owner, a local manager or the booking provider.

No. Independent describes the way a property is owned or managed, rather than its layout. Check the property description and photographs for the accommodation arrangement.