Treat the family to an Easter Break in the UK or Eire  

	Have a change - take the family somewhere different for the Easter holidays.   Explore a new part of Britain.  Spring in Britain is delightful; blossom on the trees, daffodils, crocuses, fresh green young leaves.   Every corner of Britain has something special to offer.
No other country on Earth has so many historic towns and villages, quaint customs, lovely tea shops, superb scenery and greenery.   Then there are the numerous visitor attractions.....   Many cottages still have availability for Easter, and it's always worth checking our Late Availability page for the latest offers.    If you have a young family, you may wish to consider a cottage complex with the added facilities of indoor swimming pools, play areas and cycle paths, or there are also cottages near places of interest for children like Woburn Safari Park, Alton Towers and so on.
Rofield Barn in the Cotswolds - luxury pet friendly cottage to sleep up to 8 - available for Easter
Rofield Barn is a 4 bedroom spacious 5 star rated holiday cottage near Cheltenham in the Cotswolds. All rooms in the cottage have been beautifully furnished and are well equipped with everything you require for your self catering holiday or short break including flat screen tv with Freeview, iPod docking station, WiFi Broadband Internet, hifi, DVD and video . The cottage is warm and welcoming throughout all seasons - Rofield Barn has under-floor heating, a traditional stove and full central heating upstairs. Click on the cottage photograph to take a look at this high quality cottage available for Easter.
The Stables in Oxfordshire - luxurious cottage for 4 people
The Stables is available for Easter, from Friday 6th April to Thursday 12th April inclusive (7 nights). It would be a real treat for anyone. Treat your wife, your mother... The Stables luxury barn conversion at Ashtree Farm is the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of modern day living. Set in glorious countryside, and within easy access to miles of country footpaths, the Thames Path is only a few minutes away at Tadpole Bridge; the Stables offer the privacy and independence to suit your needs. The interior is simply beautiful and ideal for a luxury weekend break in oxfordshire. The Cotswolds are close by for romantic walks and meals in country pubs. The local village of Buckland has an excellent pub with a superb choice of food and a la carte menu. For the keen golfer there is the choice of Carswell Golf and Country Club or nearby are the Championship courses at Frilford Heath. Fishing and Watersports are also within easy reach.   double bedroom with sitting area comfortable and luxurious interior On arrival self-catering guests will be provided with a welcome food hamper consisting of home made bread, home made jams and local produce. Each bathroom has a complimentary pack of English toiletries. Freshly prepared evening meals are available on request, supplied chilled and ready to reheat at your leisure! Contact Pat to book your special break now, click on a photograph to find out more.
Beautiful olde worlde cottage in Constable Country, Suffolk - sleeps 10
The Tallow Factory is a beautiful 16th century timber-framed cottage in the heart of Dedham village with a wealth of exposed beams and period features. It was featured in a BBC programme on holiday cottages in England. The historic village of Dedham lies on the Essex-Suffolk border surrounded by miles of unspoilt countryside. Downstairs there is a spacious dining/ living room with a stereo system and working fireplace. Adjoining is a beautiful wooden kitchen fully equipped with all modern appliances including microwave and dishwasher. This leads to another comfortable lounge area with TV & video, opening on to a garden. Upstairs there are 5 bedrooms (3 double, 2 twin) to sleep up to 10, and two bathrooms fitted with bath and shower. Laundry facilities are also available. Click on cottage photograph for more information about a self catering holiday in Constable Country.

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Luxurious log cabins in the Scottish Borders, sleep 2-4 people in 2 bedroom lodges

Beautiful stylish interiors in these luxury log cabins

Lazyday Cottages offers two luxury log cabins for self-catering accommodation in the Scottish Borders, between Berwick-upon-Tweed and Kelso: Bunnahabhain and Strathisla.

Privately owned and tucked away in the Scottish Borders countryside, you couldn't ask for a more secluded and relaxing setting. With a cosy and ambient feel only found in a log cabin yet with the interior that a small boutique hotel would be proud of.

Each of our Scottish Borders log cabins boast two luxury double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms as well as an open plan kitchen, dining and chill out room. The outside space is vast with front garden and open countryside.

A huge side patio with barbeque affords enough space while offering you the privacy to make it feel your own. A traditional Finnish sauna provides an opportunity to unwind after an active day. The sauna stands alone from the lodge and is heated to around 80°C. Excellent laundry and freezer facilities, Sky Freeview are available.

Why not give your loved one a romantic weekend log cabin break?

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Self-catering in the Isle of Wight

Lovely 2 bedroom self-catering holiday cottage in the Isle of Wight, in a very pretty rural setting. It is situated within the grounds of an historic manor house in 60 acres of beautiful downs with wonderful views, in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

At the entrance gate there is a large pond, so sit here for a while and feed the ducks. A bridle path leads to a network of footpaths and bridle paths that run across the island. You are welcome to bring your own horse, carriage and horse box, and enjoy the superb out-riding from the property. Alternatively, you might enjoy metal detecting on this site where there has been a house since the 13th century.

Click on the photograph of the cottage to find out more about holidays in the Isle of Wight for Easter.

The Pigsty or Peacock Barn in Worcestershire- comfortable cosy country cottage

Peacock Barn  (sleeps 4) is a converted pigsty with wonderful views of the countryside over the River Avon and up to Bredon Hill. Tastefully decorated, well-equipped and maintained to a high standard, it is fitted with quality wool carpets throughout. The cottage offers 2 double bedrooms, one with a King Size bed, and a another with twin  beds. Outside, there's two acres of garden with fruit, a patio with furniture and a barbecue. The price is inclusive of heating, linen, electricity and a small starter grocery pack. Friday to Monday short breaks are welcome.

Contact Marian for Easter bookings and availability or click on cottage photograph for details.

Thinking of a self catering or country cottage break in the Heart of England?

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Rookery Lodge - for up to 6 people - late availability for Easter

Cosy picturesque newly refurbished Holiday cottage / bungalow with half an acre of garden, can sleep up to 6 people, on a quiet arable farm. No livestock except five horses.

Duck pond nearby. The self catering cottage is within walking distance of Dedham village in Constable country and numerous walks through beautiful countryside.

The beaches of Mersea, Frinton, Harwich, and Felixstowe are just half an hour away. Orford, Aldeburgh, Dunwich, and Southwold on the Suffolk coast, the university city of Cambridge are only 1 hour away. And only 15 minutes from historic Colchester with its castle museum, excellent zoo and Ipswich.

Dining area	Lounge

The location is ideal for families with children.  There's a garden to play in, nearby beaches to visit and lots of other interesting things to do for a fun packed activity holiday.

Easter plus a few other dates available - call now for details.

Call for prices for Easter - prices are pro-rata for short breaks.

This is a recommended cottage with good reports.

Luxury cottages and self-catering in Northumberland

Give the kids a real treat and take them in search of Harry Potter in Northumberland.  There are delightful luxury cottages available  at the 5 star Breamish Valley Cottages in Alnwick, near Alnwick Castle where the 'broomsticks' scenes were filmed for Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.  

There is also an indoor swimming pool, superb gym and other leisure facilities.

There is scenic countryside for walking and cycling, unspolit clean beaches and numerous places of interest to visit.  

Contact Peter to book before they're gone. 

Charming country cottage in the Cotswolds 

Tythe Barn Cottage, built in 1642 is tucked away in the tranquil North Cotswold village of Ebrington. The cottage is built of traditional Cotswold stone and has a thatched roof and many of the original features, including an inglenook fireplace.

The cottage has been recently refurbished with a new bathroom and kitchen. It has two bedrooms, one with a double bed - the other has two single beds. The kitchen has a Belfast sink, many cupboards for storage, microwave, electric cooker, washer/dryer. The living room comprises of a lounge and dining area.

There is a small-enclosed cottage garden with table and chairs to enjoy those balmy evenings in perfect peace and tranquility with only the birds to break the silence.

Click on the cottage photo for a price range, also for Cheltenham Gold Cup week.

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How about a stay in the Cotswolds for Easter?

The Cotswolds is a picture perfect part of England, great for Easter breaks and breaks at any time of year, take a look at these:

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The Gun Emplacement in Kent is available for Easter

The Gun Emplacement (sleeps 2-6 in 3 double bedrooms) is perched on the cliff top on Lighthouse Down, the National Trust's protected coastal expanse, which has come to be known as The White Cliffs. It was formerly the home of Sir Peter Ustinov who was billeted there during the Second War.

It is now a very comfortable one-storey, centrally-heated residence in a unique location, with uninterrupted views across the Channel to Calais, gardens back and front and offers total peace in glorious unspoiled countryside. Take walks on the beach, golf courses nearby. Because of it's unique cliff-top location, the Gun Emplacement is not suitable for children under 7.

Click on a cottage photograph for more information about self-catering holidays in Kent.

Cottage with superb sea views in Kent	One of the bedrooms

Woodend House, cottage and bothy - for versatile family self-catering accommodation

Located in a remote location high up on Birker Fell, in between Eskdale and Ulpha in the Lake District, the House and self catering cottage can be opened up to form one large house offering spacious and comfortable self catering accommodation for up to twelve people. - perfect for families with grandparents in tow.

Many rooms have exposed beams, most have views towards Scafell Pike and all are furnished with care and and thought.

Charming country house near Ludlow, Herefordshire, with availability this Easter.

Sleeps 14 in a Grade II Listed Queen Anne House + 5 in a 2 bedroom cottage if required.  'The Sherriffs' is located in an isolated romantic setting between Hay-on-Wye and Ludlow on the Welsh border.  It  has 3 reception rooms, 7 double or twin bedrooms including a four poster room and a French bedroom, and 3 bathrooms.  Cordon-bleu cookery delivered to your door on request.  

For those who have never visited Herefordshire, it's a lush and green rural county with frams dotted about, quiet country lanes. See hops growing for the beer making industry, black and white villages and lots of antique shops and curiosities.

View details under Herefordshire in the menu on the right, or click on the photograph of the self catering house for details and availability. Short breaks available.

5 bedroom Harmony Cottage in the heart of the Forest of Dean, Sleeps 9:

Detached and set on the hillside in the heart of the Royal Forest of Dean, the Grade II cottage is a wonderful retreat surrounded by mature gardens on various levels from which to absorb the glorious views which are far reaching and take in the River Severn. 

Harmony Cottage sleeps 9 and offers much warmth, charm and character with inglenook fireplaces, beams and flagstone floors at different levels. This property has central hearing and is ideal for small walking groups because it has a dining hall plus three separate sitting rooms affording much space.

Click on the photograph of the cottage for details of additional accommodation and self-catering in the Forest of Dean for the Easter holidays.

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Cottages in Wales

Self-catering holiday cottages in Conwy Wales

Smart 4 star self-catering holiday cottages in Conway Wales

Situated in rural surrounding along side a stream with magnificent views of surrounding hills and open fields, yet just over 1 mile from the historical walled town of Conwy, local beaches and golf course.

The cottage has 2 bedrooms - one double and one single. The bedrooms have beautifully romantic pure Egyptian cotton sheets and deep duvets to dream and relax in. The cottage has a comfortable and cosy lounge suite, fully equipped with colour TV, DVD player, music CD system, and original inglenook fireplace with log burner - all beneath the original beamed ceilings,a beautifully designed and very well equipped kitchen and dining area. You'll find a fully automatic washing machine, tumble dryer and deep freezer available in the laundry room.

Outside, you can relax in our beautifully landscaped gardens with ponds, sun house, pagoda and even a raised decked area with stream running beneath, also with various lawns.

Please click on the photograph to find out more about this Welsh country cottage.

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Cottages in Scotland

Holiday cottages and apartments in Grampian

Available over Easter.  Spring comes a little later to Scotland - so experience it twice.  The countryside is beautiful with primroses and gorse in blossom.  the coastline alive with noisy breeding gulls and other sea birds.   There are castles and whisky distilleries to visit, Easter Egg hunts, golf, and parks to enjoy.  The new Archeolink Centre near Insch is a brilliant place to take the family, especially if your family has Scottish roots.  Take a look at the cottages in Grampian to see what's on offer.

Magnificent lodges in a stunning setting

Our Gamekeepers Lodge and Norwegian chalets at Loch Monzievaird offer four star standards of self catering comfort, in beautiful, mature and extensive grounds of oak and beech. 

The chalets are private and well spread out, and all take advantage of differing elevated positions to enjoy the magnificent views over the loch. There are a variety of sizes, each sleeping 2-8 people. Do click on the image to explore this superb location with its wonderful views. If you are looking for peace, seclusion and privacy, then you will find it here.

Tour Perthshire, spend some time among the lochs and rivers of Pitlochry, watch slamon climb the fish ladder to spawn in the rivers of their birth.

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Holiday cottages in Ireland

The beach, Kerry, Ireland	Conservatory views of sea	Lios Dana - self-catering

Lios Dana Lodge- large self-catering country house near the sea sleeps up to 18, is ideal for families, parties, groups, re-unions, corporate events, school or college summer camps or university field trips. The Lodge comprises a day area downstairs with large activity room (600 sq. ft.), sun lounge, conservatories, dining room, large kitchen, all with full services, and upstairs 8 bedrooms 2 with en-suite bathrooms and 6 twin bedrooms all with sinks and fitted carpets throughout. To keep you warm there is central heating and a peat burning stove.

Telephone Michael Travers on +353-66-9158189.

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Events during the Easter Holidays

If you would like to check what's on during the Easter Holidays and book a cottage near some interesting events, then do take a look at our events pages.

For example, Open Gardens - in aid of the British Red Cross, Easter - Autumn, Gloucestershire Gardens open in aid of the British Red Cross - individual gardens as well as clusters of gardens, www.redcross.org.uk/opengardens +44 (0) 1453 762288

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If you're looking for a cottage around the Easter period, please contact owners directly for details, or send us an email with your requirements (number of people, dates from and to, preferred location, special requirements, e.g. pet-friendly) to check availability for you. Please note that your telephone number is essential.