Luxury Holiday Cottages

Browse luxury holiday cottages across the UK, from stylish boltholes for two to larger self-catering homes for a celebration or group break. This collection brings together properties with a distinctive design, special setting, high-quality facilities or an independently recognised quality standard.

Luxury means different things to different people. You may be looking for a private pool or hot tub, generous space for entertaining, a memorable coastal or countryside setting, or simply a beautifully designed place to relax. Use the filters to narrow your search by destination, group size and features, then check each listing for the details that matter to you.

A single-storey barn conversion with folding French windows opening onto a dining terrace.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Enjoy the country and the coast at Bromholm Barn, a luxurious 200-year-old cottage in Ridlington, Norfolk. The pet-friendly cottage offers a single-level open-plan design, exposed stone walls and beams, abundant natural light, a southwest-facing courtyard, ample grounds, and even a tent.

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A timber eco-lodge backed by trees overlooks an open field.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Brook Lodge is an award-winning eco-friendly cottage surrounded by lush green fields in Piddinghoe, Sussex, just moments from the scenic Egrets Way Footpath. This rural cottage boasts wonderful countryside views and offers extensive grounds, large windows to capture the views, and a stylish contemporary interior.

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On the edge of a mature wood, a timber-frame lodge with a spacious deck overlooks an open field.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Bedrooms 1

Brook Lodge is a charming and romantic cottage on 500 acres of Wakes Hall Farm in Essex. This pet-friendly, comfortable cottage with a hot tub for couples is located by a small lake amidst beautiful woodland and tranquillity. The cottage is eco-friendly and sophisticated. It features an enclosed garden and deck to enjoy the stunning rural views. 

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Exterior of a 2-storey contemporary home with twin floor-to-ceiling French windows opening onto the garden.
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3

Bucket & Spade is a beautiful coastal cottage in East Devon, just a stone's throw away from the pristine white sands of Seaton. The pet-friendly holiday home boasts a spacious garden with an outdoor relaxation area, a cosy log fire, and an open-plan design with a chic coastal feel.

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Larger raised and paved terrace with picnic tables and railings overlooks a stone barn conversion and fields.
  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 4

Butterwell Barn is a Victorian barn converted into a comfortable South Devon holiday home that sleeps up to eight near the seaside town of Dartmouth. This pet-friendly rural cottage offers reverse-level accommodation with high vaulted ceilings, oak beams, and four en-suite bedrooms.

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A stone barn conversion backed by mountains overlooks a field with small trees.
  • Sleeps 16
  • Bedrooms 8

Capel Dinorwig is a magnificent, converted, pet-friendly Welsh Chapel in Gwynedd, creating a large, luxury, eco holiday home near Llanberis in the Snowdonia National Park. It sleeps 16 in 8 bedrooms, all with ensuite bathrooms and a sauna. The remote, rural views from the chapel are absolutely stunning.

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Exterior view of a stonebuilt, L-shaped barn conversion in the Shropshire Countryside.
  • Sleeps 24
  • Bedrooms 9

Castell Courtyard is a large holiday cottage with a hot tub on a working sheep farm in the beautiful Shropshire Countryside. It sleeps up to 24 guests in 11 bedrooms near Oswestry and is perfect for walking holidays in the Tanet Valley and Berwyn Mountains.

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Exterior of Taunton Castle with a large arch converted to luxury holiday apartments
  • Sleeps 7
  • Bedrooms 4

Castle House sits on the grounds of the Museum of Somerset in the county town of Taunton, Somerset, part of a 12th-century castle and offers a distinctive holiday experience, a large child-friendly cottage with four bedrooms over two stories, a modern kitchen, & signature Tudor Room sitting area.

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A contemporary 1st floor apartment with an entire wall of floor-to-ceiling glass windows and wrap around balcony.
  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 4

Castle View is a striking, architecturally designed, large holiday home in Warwickshire opposite Warwick Castle. With a seamless blend of new and old, the cottage features exposed beams and stone walls, an orangery, a lovely garden, balconies and impressive views of the famous castle.

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A rambling, stone-built cottage in Cumbria with a terraced garden
  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 4

Whether blanketed in snow or blossoming with wildflowers, the grounds of Cazenovia Hall complement this Grade II listed rural holiday home near Greystoke in Cumbria. The pet-friendly cottage promises extensive gardens, beautiful views, an open fire and a masterful blend of modernity and tradition.

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A large house with floor-to-ceiling windows surrounded by a large garden in the countryside.
  • Sleeps 12
  • Bedrooms 6

Converted from a Victorian chapel, Chapel House in Anglesey is a large, purpose-built luxury holiday cottage in a pleasant rural location. It lies about a country mile outside the village of Llanddeusant in the hamlet of Elim on the Island’s west coast. The pet-friendly cottage sleeps 12.

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A flat tree-covered Islandreflected in a calm sea at sunset.
  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 4

Chapel House Two, a luxurious Essex holiday cottage on Osea Island, offers access to a private beach, a saltwater lido, and an outdoor heated pool. This charming waterside cottage with elegant decor features a cosy lounge, a well-equipped kitchen, and a mezzanine area with a sofa bed. Enjoy ample outdoor seating, a barbecue, and a fire pit. Explore the island's communal facilities, including a tennis court, a cinema room, and a seasonal island pub—an ideal escape for families and special celebrations, just 90 minutes (but light-years away) from London.

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Exterior of a large holiaday home in Penrith overlooking a spacious lawn surrounded by a wooden fence.
  • Sleeps 12
  • Bedrooms 5

Chimney Gill is a modern rural retreat near Sebergham in Cumbria and The Lake District. The large and beautiful holiday cottage on a working farm blends contemporary style with a country character, including exposed beams and a farmhouse kitchen. Guests enjoy complimentary access to a leisure club.

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Exterior of a thatched village cottage in Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Church Cottage is a delightful thatched holiday cottage nestled beside the church in Cattistock, Dorset. The pet-friendly cottage boasts a lovely, landscaped garden, a luxurious interior with elegant design features, and a prime location in this quaint village.

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A coach house conversion with tall trees behind and a lawn in front.
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3

The Coach House is an authentic rural holiday cottage in Gloucestershire on the beautiful grounds of a Grade II-listed 16th-century Old Rectory. The cottage in the little Cotswold village of Hawling near Cheltenham dates back to the 14th century and boasts stunning views over meadows, an open fire, luxurious décor and perfectly located for walking holidays in the Cotswold Hills.

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Find a luxury cottage that suits your plans

A luxury cottage holiday does not have to mean the same thing for every stay. For a couple’s break, privacy, a well-designed bedroom and bathroom, a good kitchen or a walkable setting may be most important. For a family gathering or celebration, you may need generous dining space, several bathrooms, outdoor areas and facilities that everyone can enjoy.

The individual listing should show the reason it is included in this collection, along with its facilities, location and booking information. Check the photographs and full property description before booking, especially if a pool, hot tub, accessibility feature or outdoor space is important to your plans.

Your plansDetails worth comparing
A stay for twoBedroom layout, bathroom, privacy, location and places to eat nearby
A group celebrationDining space, living areas, bathrooms, parking and house rules
A relaxing breakPool or hot tub details, private or shared facilities, garden and setting
A coastal escapeDistance to the coast, sea views, beach access and parking
A special occasionQuality rating or award where stated, distinctive features and booking terms

What to check before booking a luxury holiday cottage

  • Why it is classed as luxury: Look for the named feature, quality standard or distinctive setting on the listing.
  • Facilities: Check exactly what is included. A pool, hot tub, sauna, games room or cinema may be private, shared, seasonal or subject to rules.
  • Quality ratings and awards: Only rely on a rating or award where the issuer and current status are stated.
  • Space for your group: Review the bedroom layout, bathrooms, living space, dining area and parking rather than relying on the number of guests alone.
  • Location: A luxury cottage can be in a city, by the coast, on an estate or in the countryside. Check travel times and local amenities.
  • Booking details: Confirm availability, total price, payment terms and any property-specific conditions before booking.

Luxury stays for different plans

For a smaller break, explore our cottages for couples. If you are planning a celebration or gathering, browse large holiday cottages.

You can also combine your search with cottages with hot tubs, cottages with swimming pools or coastal holiday cottages.

Frequently asked questions

There is no single definition. A luxury cottage may have an independently recognised quality standard, distinctive interiors, exceptional facilities, generous space or a special setting. Check the individual listing for the specific reason it is included in this collection.

No. Only properties that display a current independent rating should be described as five star. A Luxury label alone does not mean that a property has an official star rating.

No. Facilities vary between properties. Check the listing for the exact features available and whether they are private, shared or seasonal.

Yes. Use the group-size filter to find smaller properties, then compare the location, facilities and layout. You can also browse our cottages for couples collection.

Some are, but the right property depends on your group. Check the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, shared living space, dining arrangements, parking and any house rules before booking.