Headon Farm award winning cottages near Scarborough. Enjoy our truly peaceful setting. Located along a quiet country lane, this unspoilt corner of Yorkshire was once part of the Wyedale estate and the nearby Hall is still used as a retreat by the Diocese of York. It is a world away yet only a mile from the A170 Scarborough-Pickering road giving easy access to coast, moors, York and Vale of Pickering. Village Shops and pubs are only a few minutes drive away. We try our best to provide the quality and standards we ourselves would expect, which we feel is reflected in the number of guests who return each year. 

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Situated in the heart of Eskdale, one of the most tranquil valleys of the Lake District, Woolpack Farm is a traditional Lakeland cottage yet has many modern features. 

Sleeping six (with two bathrooms) the cottage is tastefully decorated throughout and has the added comfort of an Aga and underfloor heating in its farmhouse kitchen! With stunning views of the Eskdale valley and fells, there are hundreds of walks right from the door. Pets are welcome.  

Telephone 01768 776 836,07811 211 666  for bookings and availability.

For the more adventurous, the surrounding fells provide routes that are quite breathtaking in both effort and scenery! Climbers will revel in Scafell's mighty rocks.  Wasdale Head, the birthplace of climbing is only twenty minutes away by car.  You can use the 'L'aal Ratty' narrow gauge steam railway to extend your range of walks and visits. Take a look at The Orchards Apartment which offers spacious and comfortable accommodation in the village of Holmrook. Telephone: 01946 723 374 .  A 2 person coach house is also available within the grounds.

Nestled in the Heart of the Cotswolds, Sudeley Castle Country Cottages offer an ideal base for a walking holiday.  Located on the edge of the Sudeley Castle estate, this small attractive complex of thirteen cottages is just a short walk from the historic town of Winchcombe and the Cotswold Way.  The cottages sleep between three and five people and are all comfortably furnished to a three star standard, with well equipped kitchens, shared gardens, parking and a laundry facility on site. 

For more information, telephone 01242 602308. 

Also in Warwickshire are  Hipsley Farm Cottages at Atherstone.   Six warm, comfortable cottage conversions are to be found 3 miles from J10 M42/A5, off the beaten track where it is quiet and peaceful. All have fully fitted kitchens, TV/VCR, gas c/h, bed linen and towels provided.  Ideal for gentle strolls around the farm and surrounding countryside but not too far from Birmingham, Stratford-upon-Avon, Lichfield or Warwick for day trips.

A delightful designer decorated cottage awaits walkers in Lyonshall, in Herefordshire,  on the  English/Welsh borders.  Here you will find Field Cottage (sleeps 2-5). 

Set in an orchard on farmland, close to the Offa's Dyke path in wonderful unspoilt countryside, this cottage offers you a haven of tranquillity. 

Telephone Jo on 01544 340241 or click on the cottage photograph for further details and availability.  

Large house also available.

Nestled in peaceful countryside surroundings Coombe Barn holiday cottages are only ten minutes from the centre of Bath. On a working sheep farm in the picturesque village of Kelston these recently converted barns combine a traditional feel with modern comforts. The three single story units each sleep two people. There are barbeque facilities and garden furniture is provided from which you can sit back and admire the spectacular views. There is a traditional west country pub just ten minutes walk from the cottages. 

The area is great for walking and the Cotswold Way can be accessed via footpaths to the top of the farm.

Telephone 01225 448 757

Perfect locatrion for a walking holiday in the northern Pennines; outstandingly beautiful, unspoilt and Accessible, Weardale, County Durham. Eastcroft is a charming miner’s cottage in Weardale renovated to a high standard to include central heating and modern appliances and yet still retains its old country charm and home from home appeal.

Set in the village of Stanhope near to the stepping stones over the River Wear it is an ideal place to return to after a day exploring the surrounding moors and waterfalls of the Durham Dales.

The sitting room seats 6 comfortably and has a wide selection of books of local interest, maps, DVD’s. The dining kitchen is well equipped for catering for a family and has seating for 6 at the large oval table. In the spacious family bedroom there is a double and a single bed also a cot, TV and video and a charming period fireplace. The second bedroom contains a full size double bed with a single bunk bed above and ample fitted units. The bed linen, towels, electricity and gas are all included in the price of this non smoking accommodation.

Spring Hall Cottage is a charming 200 years old Grade II listed thatched cottage that sits on the North Essex/South Suffolk borders in Constable Country. Recently refurbished to a very high standard with a new kitchen and bathroom complementing the wealth of exposed beams.

There are two separate double bedrooms one of which can be made into two single beds if required, the lounge is 23 feet long which features the original inglenook fireplace, the dining room area seats 8 comfortably so you can entertain your family and friends in style.

The cottage has an enclosed garden of approximately one third of an acre laid down to lawns and flowerbeds with views overlooking farm land, so ideal for children. Well-behaved pets also welcome. There is a double cart lodge and patio area with a gas BBQ provided so Al Fresco dining is a possibility on warm and sunny days.

Telephone 01206 251 619, or 07779 264 679 or click on cottage photograph for details. 

Another secluded cottage that will sleep two in cosy comfort is Beechwood, near Cromer in Norfolk.  It is located in a secluded and rural area. The Weaver's Way walk is accessed just across the field, and takes you over Thwaite common into National Trust land and through Blickling Hall grounds with many more wayside-marked footpaths. The North Norfolk Coastal Path is only a short drive away and the sandy beaches are particularly suited to walking from one pretty town to the next.

Old School Cottage  (sleeps 4 in a double and twin bedroom) in Great Hockham, near Thetford, Norfolk is close to numerous walks.  It's on the edge of Thetford Forest, the largest lowland forest in England with miles of paths and cycle trails, a mile away from the 8 mile Great Eastern Pingo Trail with it's highly unusual range of habitats, shetland ponies, and rare flowers.  Telephone: 01953 498277 

The Granary is a real treat for anyone who appreciates the finer things of life.  Not only does it provide comfort,  attractive decor and furnishings, but also a Finnish sauna, hot tub on the patio, TV and video in each bedroom, ice maker in the kitchen, and more.  Located close to some of the most beautiful landscapes in 'Constable Country', and close to the sandy beaches of Clacton and Frinton, book this cottage now for a truly relaxing experience.  New property in 2003.

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The delightful thing about East Anglia, at least for the walker, is the gentle hills! A quiet country lane is never far away so you can enjoy the peaceful roads and landscapes as you make steady progress towards your destination. Whether that be Beccles to spend a while by the River Waveney, the fine Cathedral City of Norwich, the Castle at Framlingham or wherever takes your fancy! Find a comfortable cottage with loads of character and  just a short walk from the mile of beach which stretches from the newly extended pier to the harbour. The beach varies from season to season, sometimes shingle sometimes sand. The pier end has traditional beach huts and promenade while the harbour end has a wide expanse of beach backed by sand dunes ideal for picnics and sunbathing. You can also take the small row boat ferry across the river to Walberswick and enjoy the beach there.  Walberswick is the site of the annual crabbing competition.  This cottage has the optional advantage of its own beach hut. 

Self-catering holiday cottage with excellent country views over the lovely Tamar Valley. Near Looe and 30 Miles from the Eden Project. Pet friendly and Families welcome. 

Situated on a holiday park with swimming, tennis, fitness and games room and other facilities. Golf, Horse riding, beaches, country walks, fishing, cycling, Eden project, Historic places nearby. Retreat in the heart of the West Country.

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Six luxuriously renovated cottages in a traditional Lincolnshire farmyard.  The cottages are on the Viking Way footpath and Lincolnshire Horse Heritage Trail.  Stables and paddocks provided.

Winner of the 2005 Best Self Catering Holiday of the Year in the East Midlands area. Each cottage is different, sleeps 2-6, Jacuzzi, sauna and massages available on site. Barbeque. Internet facilities.

Fishing in our trout, carp and coarse lakes for residents only. Dog kennels available if required. There are dining or conference facilities for up to 25 to 30 people, ideal for family celebrations, meetings and corporate events.

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Our luxurious pine lodge or log cabin with a 5 star Welsh Tourist Board rating is located on a farm in the peaceful countryside of Powys in mid-Wales with bubbling stream. Glyndwrs Way passes through our farmland. Offa's Dyke long distance footpath for walkers is within a reasonable distance.

A 4 person hot for hire. The lodge sleeps 4. Games room is available to all guests staying on the farm, which includes a full size Snooker table, darts and table tennis.

Click on the photograph of the log cabin/pine lodge to find out more about this beautiful rural cabin in Powys, mid Wales - oerfect for walking holidays in the Welsh hills.

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