An isolated holiday cottage in a remote rural location surrounded by trees and fields. Plas Drygarn Cottage in Pembrokeshire's Preseli Hills

View Self-Catering Holidays in Remote Holiday Homes

Are you looking for a holiday offering a perfect oasis of peace, quiet and tranquillity miles from everywhere? Search for genuinely remote holiday cottages in the UK. Discover hidden cottages, barns and lodges in beautiful, remote locations in every remote corner of Britain, from National Parks to deserted coasts. From converted crofts nestling beneath Scottish highland mountainsides to luxury barn conversions in the heart of the Exmoor or Snowdonia National Parks, there's a snug rural bolt-hole or large moorland hunting lodge to suit your desire to holiday away from it all. Please scroll down to view our collection of Isolated holiday cottages well off the beaten track for holidays, enjoying the sounds of silence.

Exterior of an eco-friendly, wooden caravan in a Dorset field.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

North End Cabin is a funky rural cabin offering couples seclusion and fresh air. It is located on North End Farm in Chideock, Dorset, and promises beautiful views and wonderful sunsets. The cabin features a wood-burning stove, cosy comfort, space for pets, a hammock, and furnished outdoor spaces.

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An ancient granite built and thatched Dartmoor longhouse overlooking a lawn.e
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

Explore Hole Farm, a large Dartmoor holiday cottage just 2 miles from Chagford. This historic thatched Devon longhouse, built in medieval times, offers a unique stay with impressive features. The spacious sitting room boasts an open fire and an inglenook fireplace. Flexible accommodation includes four bedrooms and a separate cottage in the courtyard. With 130 acres of traditional Devon fields, it's perfect for large families. Pet-friendly and surrounded by captivating landscapes, Hole Farm is an ideal quirky retreat for groups seeking history, charm, and plenty of Moorland walks.

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Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Introducing Ty Afal (Apple House), your charming Powys Holiday Cottage nestled in the heart of the Mid Wales countryside. This eco-friendly holiday lodge with a hot tub has been lovingly handcrafted on our working family farm. It promises an unforgettable self-catering rural retreat.

From the moment you arrive, you'll sense the warmth and dedication we've poured into every detail, ensuring your stay is nothing short of extraordinary. Whether it's a romantic getaway, a family retreat, a laid-back reunion with loved ones, or your cherished honeymoon, Ty Afal is here to create lifelong memories.

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A Thatched farmhouse with a garden surrounded by a picket fence.
Sleeps
10
Bedrooms
4

Bilshay Farmhouse is a pretty, thatched Dorset Farmhouse sleeping up to 10 over 4 bedrooms in a rural location with far-reaching views of rolling hills, a short distance from the market town of Bridport. This large holiday property also includes a hot tub, trampoline and games room. Dogs welcome.

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A holiday cottage lounge with sofa, coffee table and wide-screen tv.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Mallard Cottage is a lovely holiday property in the charming village of Newton-on-Rawcliffe in the North York Moors. The property is pet-friendly and offers four different accommodation options. It features three bedrooms spread over two floors. The cottage's first floor, which includes a sitting room, kitchen/dining room, twin bedroom, and wet room, is perfect for wheelchair users. It is designed to comfortably accommodate full-time wheelchair users.

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AW semi-detched cottage with enclosed front porch and a front garden behind a low stone wall.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

The charming countryside Beech Cottage in Scales, Cumbria, sits in the heart of the Cumbrian peninsula, providing families on holiday boundless opportunities to enjoy the coastline of the Furness Estuary or the splendid beauty of Lake District National Park from a dog-friendly welcoming home base.

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A 2-storey house with a central clocktower and a long 1st-floor deck overlooking a spacious lawn.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

2-bedroom self-catering apartments for smaller families or couples at the Clippesby Hall family holiday park in Norfolk. Guests benefit from balcony views over the Old Walled Garden and enjoy a communal indoor heated swimming pool.

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An Exmoor farmhouse overlooks a large lawn surrounded by trees.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

The Victorian Wing of Stockham Farm is a self-contained rural holiday cottage within a traditional farmhouse. It offers ample grounds, a wood-burning stove, a bespoke kitchen, subtle elegance and wonderful countryside views. The pet-friendly cottage lies in an easily accessible remote rural location above Dulverton in the heart of the Exmoor National Park.

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Sleeps
14
Bedrooms
7

This superb, pet-friendly Edwardian seaside holiday home on Anglesey is large enough to accommodate up to 14 guests by the sea in Cemaes Bay. With sea views from most rooms and a garden bordering the beach, it's perfect for holidays all year round for large families or groups of friends.

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Despite their off-the-beaten-track location, remote holiday cottages are equipped with essential amenities such as heating, cooking facilities, and bathroom facilities. Others may offer more luxurious features, such as hot tubs or fireplaces. Some cottages may also be pet-friendly, allowing travellers to bring their furry friends along for the adventure.

When choosing a remote holiday cottage, research the location and amenities to ensure that it meets your needs and preferences. Additionally, be prepared for limited cell phone service and Wi-Fi connectivity in these remote locations, so plan accordingly.

If remoteness is too daunting, consider a secluded holiday cottage with a private garden or a long drive where guests are unlikely to be overlooked by screened from their neighbours (if they have any). Enjoy the feeling of remoteness without being somewhere remote!