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.

Exterior of a Minehead holiday cottage in a rural location
The Stable Cottage
Timberscombe
Somerset
England
  • Sleeps 18
  • Bedrooms 8

The Stables Cottages, one of 12 4-star Exmoor Holiday Cottages at Duddings, is a large Somerset holiday cottage sleeping 16-18 in 8 bedrooms. It is in a beautiful rural valley near Dunster in The Exmoor National Park. Amenities include an Indoor pool, spa bath, games room, tennis court, trampoline, etc. Pets welcome.

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The Stables, Beverley
Beverley
East Yorkshire
England
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

The Stables is a lovely two-bedroom, two-bathroom holiday cottage in Beverley, rated 5-star. Set on our farmstead in 19 acres of grass and woodland two miles from historic Beverley. Free wifi - arrive any day - ground floor bedroom and wetroom. SEE OUR VIRTUAL TOUR ON OUR WEBSITE.

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A double bed with pillows, scatter cushions, bedside tables an lamps.
The Studio, East Ruston
East Ruston
Norfolk
England
  • Sleeps 2
  • Bedrooms 1

The Studio is a one-bedroom North Norfolk holiday cottage in East Ruston. It offers a delightful and stylish opportunity for couples to relax and enjoy a peaceful (and cosy) holiday in all seasons, exploring the Norfolk Broads and nearby beaches along the coast. From an EV charger to underfloor heating, you'll find that The Studio is comfortably equipped for all you'll need during your stay, including some eco-friendly features.

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A large, thatched, wisteria-clad Somerset holiday cottage with a covered porch.
The West Wing
Dunster
Somerset
England
  • Sleeps 12
  • Bedrooms 6

The West Wing forms the greater part of a traditionally built thatched Somerset Longhouse. It sleeps 12 in 6 bedrooms and is one of 12 holiday cottages at Duddings, near Dunster & Minehead in The Exmoor National Park. Indoor pool, tennis court. Spa bath. Families & dogs are welcome. Visit England 4-star

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The exterior of a rural holiday cottage in Somerset is ivy-clad and overlooks a small front garden and a spacious courtyard.
Winsford Cottage
Timberscombe
Somerset
England
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Winsford is a pet and family-friendly Exmoor holiday cottage that sleeps four at Duddings Country Cottages, a small rural complex in the idyllic Avill Valley near Dunster in West Somerset. Its superb facilities include an indoor pool, play centre, spa, tennis court, trampoline and games room.

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Aerial view of an Exmoor river valley overlooked by village cottages.
Withymead Cottage
Withypool
Somerset
England
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Withymead Cottage is an Exmoor holiday cottage in Withypool in the heart of the National Park. The single-storey cottage overlooks and leads down to the River Barle through mature landscaped gardens offering fabulous moorland views, often with the world-famous Exmoor ponies and deer grazing.

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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.