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Holiday cottages and self-catering holidays in August
Pretty holiday cottage in Conwy, Wales - sleeps 3
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This detached self-catering house of a high standard is in the pleasant and friendly riverside town of South Woodham Ferrers in Essex. 
There
are numerous excellent visitor attractions nearby including
the largest antiques centre in Essex, a family farm and country
park, sailing, a butterfly farm and playpark, RHS Hyde Hall
gardens, and the Essex coast - Southend-on-Sea is only half
an hour's drive away. Southend has a centennial Carnival this
year during August with floats, competitions, a spectacular
firework display and many other events.
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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 and holidays in Wales in August..
West Flemington Cottage - a comfortable 2 bedroom cottage to sleep up to 7
West Flemington Farm Cottage is a comfortable 3 bedroom cottage in a stunning location near Berwick on Tweed, to sleep up to 7 people.
Great walks directly from the cottage. Pet-friendly. Parking for 3 cars. Well-equipped for an easy self-catering holiday. Barbeque.
Coast and beaches nearby.
Little light pollution so that starry skies are yours to enjoy at night.
Several dates available during school holidays. Click on photograph above for contact details.
Self-catering in the Isle of Wight
Take the family to explore the Isle of Wight with its beaches, coasts and cliffs. Good value summer holidays at Creek Gardens, Wootton, Isle of Wight.
Choice
of one, two or three bedroom, from 23 purpose-built cottages and
apartments, situated in a secluded wooded dell nestling on the banks
of Wootton Creek. All cottages and apartments are fitted to the
high standard expected from a premier resort. One bedroom units
have a lounge, kitchen ,bedroom with double bed, en-suite shower
room, WC and wash-hand basin. Two bedroom units have in addition,
a bedroom with 2 single beds. Three bedroom units have an additional
bedroom with bunk beds. All have sleeping facilities in the lounge.
On-site facilities: Pool Table in Lounge Bar, Weekly/Buffet night (Subject to demand) Weekly/Barbeque night (Subject to demand), Information centre.
Telephone 01983 883100 or click on cottage photograph for more information.
Willow Cottage in Warwickshire is a secluded 3 bedroom cottage to rent for self-catering holidays and short breaks - nature lovers can spend a blissful week in the countryside.
It has birds and wildlife in abundance, with badgers, foxes, deer, woodpeckers, owls, pheasants, tits and many more species regularly visiting the garden.
The local inn is within walking distance.
Click on the cottage photograph to view interior images and find out more about facilities at this country cottage.
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.
Telephone Marian on 01386 750 570 for August and summer holiday bookings and availability or click on cottage photograph for details.
Charming country cottage in the Cotswolds - some availability for August
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. Please take a look at details and price range by clicking on the iamge.
Telephone 01386 854824 or click on the image for more details.
The Stable in the Cotswolds is available during August
The Stable. Formerly used for cider-making and stabling working horses, this thoughtfully converted 200-year old detached cottage features a wealth of splendid elm timbering. Located on a working farm, it's cosy and comfortable with oil-fired central heating, electricity, linen and towels provided.
Downstairs: large, well-equipped Kitchen/Dining Room with oil-fired Range Cooker, CD/Radio and sitting area. Upstairs: spacious bed/sitting room with king-size bed, sofa, widescreen TV, Video and views across the garden to fields; a twin-bedroom with additional pullout bed; separate bathroom/WC with shower over bath.
Outside: fenced-in, lawned garden lined with mixed trees; patio with garden furniture and barbecue. The village, half a mile away, has a post office, Chinese Takeaway/Chip Shop, shop and pub serving meals. Public Footpaths can be joined directly from the farm.
Telephone Ashley on 01452-740969 or click on link for details
A truly beautiful bungalow for a supremely comfortable August holiday, Powys
The
Swan House is a 4 bedroom bungalow in a country setting in the Welsh
Marches - it sleeps up to 8 people. A special self-catering property
- it's interior has been designed by the renowned decorator Penny
Morrison.
There are two double bedrooms with king-size beds and two twin bedrooms with single beds, all beds having their own custom made bed heads with Egyptian cotton bed linen, goose down pillows and luxury quilts.
There is an oil-fired Rayburn in the fully fitted kitchen which opens to a light and sunny dining room/conservatory. The living room has large comfortable sofas and armchairs with an open fireplace and patio doors which open onto the south facing terrace. The terrace is surrounded by a good sized lawned garden with flower beds, ideal for relaxation and enjoying the superb views. The Swan House is centrally heated throughout, has its own washing machine and has two bathrooms and one shower room. Luxury cotton towels are provided for all guests and for their entertainment there is a TV, DVD/Video player, compact Hi Fi along with a selection of books and games.
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Dining
room with views of countryside
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exquisite master bedroom that dreams are made of
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The location is just off Offa's Dyke which is popular with walkers and historians. The towns of Presteigne, Knighton and Kington lie within a six mile radius of the Swan House. Each town has a traditional High Street with local butchers, greengrocers, bakers, cafes and pubs. It is 30 minutes to Hay-on-Wye (UK book centre with literary festivals), Ludlow (delightful Marches town and epicurean centre) and Hereford (Cathedral city), and 25 minutes to Leominster (antique centre). All fascinating towns to stroll around and explore. Enjoy lovely white beaches with big waves at Borth, a scenic one and a quarter hour drive west. The highest golf course in England is just outside Kington with photogenic views of seven counties from its summit.
Telephone Penny on 01547 560 460 or click on the cottage photograph to explore this truly divine self-catering bunglaow.
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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 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.
Please visit our comprehensive website www.woodendhouse.co.uk for further details
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Cottages in the Wye Valley, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire
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 family get togethers because it has a dining hall plus three separate sitting rooms affording much space. Click on the photograph of the cottage for details of self-catering in the Forest of Dean. |
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Holiday cottages and apartments in Grampian
Available during August. . There are castles and whisky distilleries to visit, Highland Games to watch, traditional festivals, beaches, 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.
Self-catering August and summer holidays in central Scotland
About
halfway between Oban and Pitlochry, four secluded cottages - The
Steading, Jonna's Cottage. The Farm House and Beech Cottage are
located in peaceful and central location at Wester Lix surrounded
by gentle wooded hills.
The Steading will accommodate groups of 8+ in 4 bedrooms, Jonna's 4 in two en-suite bedrooms, Beech and The Farm House 4 in two bedrooms. All cottages may be hired together to exclusively accommodate a group of up to 20 which is ideal for family or friend gatherings.
Please telephone+44(0)1567 820 990, or 07747862641 or click on image for more details and photographs.
Wonderful setting for summer holidays - in Scotland
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.
Telephone: 0176 465 2586 or click on image for more details and photographs.
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Holiday cottages in Ireland for August
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| The beach, Kerry, Ireland | Conservatory views of sea | Lios Dana - self-catering |
Lios Dana Lodge - a 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 or view additional details here.
Sunnybak House on the west of Ireland - fabulous for holidays in August
Sunnybank
House is a nineteenth century Period House of immense character
whose history is part of the history of Clifden Town itself. It
is uniquely situated in its own mature gardens yet only 100 meters
from Clifden town centre. A lovely house for families or extended
groups - it can sleep uo 17 people.
The Drawing room is the main room in the House, adorned with paintings and antique furnishings. The gracious room is made intimate by its large roaring turf fire around which friendships are made and stories are told as visitors relax and drink tea or read a book in the evenings.
The bedrooms are all individually decorated with a combination of antiques and modern day conveniences such as tv, direct dial telephones, central heating, large Kingsized orthpaedic beds where possible and ensuite bathrooms. The Gardens with their blend of rockeries, lily ponds and mature plants offer a calming respite after a long days sightseeing. Our outdoor heated swimming pool is open from June 1st to September 20th. There is also a sauna and tennis court.
Telephone 095 21437, or 086 8587391 or click on photograph for details about holidaying in Ireland during August.
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Events during August
If you would like to check what's on during the month of August 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, 2006 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
If you're
looking for a cottage during August, 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.
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