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a thatched cottage for your holiday  
Beautiful thatched quintessentially English self-catering country cottages 

Romantic and quaint, a thatched cottage can be the starting point of a dream holiday in the English countryside.  Imagine cottage gardens overflowing with clematis, roses and other colourful flowers, inglenooks and exposed beams, cosy open fires....... 

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Pretty thatched cottage on the edge of the Cotswolds to sleep 1-2 people

thatched country cottage in Oxfordshire, England

Cosy stone walled and thatched detached cottage (sleeps 1-3) in the heart of this pretty village on the edge of the Cotswolds. 

There is a comfortable sitting room with uninterrupted views across the garden and onto open countryside. The cottage is completely open-plan with a spiral staircase (not safe for toddlers) to the twin bedroom. There is an additional double bed-settee although the cottage would be cramped with more than two adult guests. The kitchen is simple with an electric hob, fridge and microwave. The toilet and shower room is downstairs. Electric heating is provided at no additional charge. 

lounge of Daisy cottage Front view

No smoking is allowed inside this property. 

There are two pubs serving good food and real ale within walking distance and a village supermarket.

Telephone 01367 710152 or click on the image for more details.


Charming thatched Cotswold cottage to sleep up to 4 people
 

Tythe Barn Cottage, built in 1642 is tucked away in the tranquil North Cotswold village of Ebrington.

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Thatched cottage - Tythe Barn Cosy sitting room with inglenook

The cottage is built of traditional Cotswold stone and has a thatched roof and many of the original features, including an inglenook fireplace. It has a double and twin bedroom and can accommodate up to 4 people. The kitchen has a Belfast sink, many cupboards for storage, microwave, electric cooker, washer/dryer. Click on the image for more information and interior photographs about this really pretty Cotswold cottage.

Telephone Michelle on 01386 854824


Thatched country cottage in Hadleigh, Suffolk, sleeps 3
 

thatched country cottage in Suffolk for self-catering holidays

Holmwood Cottage is a lovely 16th Century thatched cottage. 

It has a double bedroom with a second twin/double bedroom leading off from it. There are 3 sofas in the sitting room one of which is a double sofa bed. The bedrooms have cosy beds and wonderful original broad Elmwood floors. The fully equipped kitchen has an ancient Suffolk brick floor and seats 6 at the table. There is a very pretty beamed sitting room with lots of room to relax in and enjoy the charms of an unspoilt 16th Century beamed and thatched cottage. Beautiful Persian carpets and rugs show off the charm of the original features in this lovingly restored cottage in the heart of pretty South Suffolk yet only an hour and a half from London.

Telephone Mark on 01787 211 115 for bookings.


Beautiful thatched cottage near Stoke-by-Nayland in Suffolk - sleeps 5

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For all of you out there who yearn for a genuine country cottage then the very beautiful Cobbs Cottage is just what your heart desires.

thatched cottage country kitchenCobbs Cottage is a lovely 17th Century thatched cottage in a tiny cluster of 4 cottages all on their own overlooking the beautiful Box River valley, the setting is magical and the area is probably the prettiest part of Suffolk.

The cottage is simply blessed with beams, nooks and crannies. There's a woodburner in the sitting room, the most charming country kitchen, and even a cabin-like single Captain's bedroom. The cottage oozes charm and character.

Click on one of the cottage photographs to explore this pretty cottage in detail - you will not be disappointed.

 


 
Charming thatched cottage near Colchester - Constable Country - sleeps 4
 

 

thatched cottageSpring 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.

  • Constable Country and the village of Dedham are close by
  • Short breaks are available (min. 3 nights). Welcome pack and complimentary bottle of wine.

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


4 bedroom thatched cottage near Sudbury in Suffolk - sleeps 8

 

thatched cottage suffolkPartridge End Cottage is a pretty part thatched part tiled grade II listed building set in approximately a quarter acre of its own grounds and surrounded by open fields to the front and orchards to the rear. The photograph shown is that of the back garden - it's even prettier from the front - click on the photograph to see.

The orchards have country walks going through them around a lake and you can walk through them to the main village of Assington, which has an excellent farm shop, which sells fresh vegetables, dairy produce, frozen food, etc.; it’s also the Post Office. There is also a pub which serve good 'pub grub'.

The cottage can accommodate up to eight people comfortably in 4 bedrooms. There are two sitting rooms and a dining room ensuring plenty of space for the larger group.

Click on the photograph shown for contact details, prices and interior photographs. This one is lovely.

 


2 bedroom thatched cottage in Somerset

 

thatched cottage south westHalswell Lodge is a delightful period cottage situated in the centre of the sleepy village of Goathurst, Somerset. Constructed in the last year of King William IV’s reign in 1836 and built to serve as the entrance lodge to Halswell Park, the thatched dwelling was finished in the then fashionable ‘Cottage Orneé’ style.

The Lodge is a welcoming cosy hideaway for a small family or perfect location for a getaway-from-it-all weekend.

Situated within the village it retains a sense of privacy while offering plenty of space outside for children to play. Serious gardeners will enjoy the outdoors too with colour surrounding the lodge for much of the year.

Halswell Lodge is very easily accessed from Junction 24 of the M5, which is 6 miles away, and there are great walks in the Quantock Hills from the front door of the property. The wonderful gardens of Hestercombe are only a few miles away, so too is Dunster Castle, and the sacred site that is Glastonbury Abbey is only 15 miles east.

Telephone 0870 620 1066 or click on the photograph of the thatched cottage in Somerset (the south west of England) for more information.

 


3 bedroom thatched cottage in between Stogumber and Williton in Somerset - for 5

 

thatched cottage somersetThree bedroomed, thatched cottage, situated in a small hamlet between Stogumber and Williton. The cottage has many charming old world features such as farmhouse type kitchen and sitting room with wood burner.

There are lovely views from the top of the large garden.The cottage is in easy reach of Minehead, Blue Anchor,Watchet Harbour, Dunster, and Taunton. The area is particularly attractive for walkers being in easy reach of Exmoor National Park.

The cottage is ideally situated for those interested in walking, riding, fishing, sightseeing or beach holidays. The nearest golf course is at Minehead. Many of the walks can be taken from the front door, stretching as far as Exmoor National Park or as near as the Quantock Hills. For the less active, a pleasant day can be spent in the garden which has three areas for dining al fresco. The picnic table at the top of the garden overlooks lovely countryside views.

Please click on the photograph of this charming 3 Star thatched cottage to view contact and local information details.

 


Thatched cottage, Ashford Old Farm and Barn, Ilminster, Somerset - sleeps 10 - 20

 

thatched cottageAshford Old Farm is a period thatched cross passage longhouse providing 5 double bedrooms and 1 single room. There are 2 bathrooms and a separate wc.

This house has many stunning features; oak panelling, flagstone floors, open fires, beamed ceilings, leaded windows, grand piano. complemented with the modern conveniences of full oil central heating, fitted kitchen with a gas hob and fan assisted oven, laundry room, broadband internet.

The Barn offers 3 double and one childrens bedroom. It enjoys the comforts of full central heating and both a bathroom and shower room. A stunning English oak floor with gas fired Rayburn and butlers sink are a few of the features of this impressive building. When the weather does not allow the use of the gardens, the games room and the sun room provide plenty to do. The sun room opens out onto the court yard which has a BBQ area which leads through a gate to the kennels and small animal pens.

Please click on the photograph for details.

 


Lovely 3 bedroom thatched cottage in Diss, Suffolk, with open fire - sleeps 6-8

 

thatched cottage diss suffolkA charming Grade II listed thatched country cottage located at the heart of the village of Redgrave on the Suffolk/Norfolk border. The cottage was built in the 16th century and retains many original features of a fine hall house. It is centrally located in the village, overlooking the village green and duck pond.

The village of Redgrave lies between Bury St Edmunds and Norwich the nearest town being Diss which is just five miles away. There are many tourist attraction within easy driving distance, whilst the village itself is an ideal base from which to enjoy walking and cycling around the quiet country roads and footpaths. There is a village pub close by, serving good beer with home cooked food and the surrounding villages all offer typical Suffolk hospitality where you can 'wine and dine' any evening of the week.

• Sleeps 6 (8) • Three double beds (two of which can accommodate an extra single bed and/or cot) • Large dining room • Spacious lounge with inglenook fireplace • Well appointed kitchen with dishwasher • Downstairs shower/wc/utility room with laundry facilities • Upstairs family bathroom • The cottage has a large garden for you to relax or play games in. There is a 'Italian' style courtyard immediately behind the cottage where you may wish to dine 'alfresco'

thatched cottage with fireplace or inglenookThis is the perfect cottage for those who like period buildings with inglenooks. It's a simply lovely house for a traditional Christmas with friends.

The dining table seats 6-8 people.

Please click on the photographs for details of this thatched country cottage in Diss, Suffolk.

 

More thatched country cottages in Suffolk available here.

 


2 bedroom thatched cottage near Bildeston, Suffolk, with Victorian knot garden

 

 

romantic thatched cottage5* star and luxurious, 16th century, lime-washed and thatched 2 bedroom, Suffolk cottage.

Recently updated to provide first class luxury coupled with ye olde world charm, Wheelers Cottage offers you the idyllic base to both relax and explore Suffolk’s finest historic market towns and Constable country.

Luxury touches in this thatched cottage:-

  • Softened water and 800gsm towels soothe and spoil the senses after soaking in the Victorian cast iron bath – complete with book and wine holder. You should do this more often…
  • Luxurious 1000 thread count super soft Egyptian single ply cotton bed linen and silk pillow cases for a great nights sleep.
  • The private and romantic surroundings of Wheelers Cottage make it ideal for honeymooners, anniversaries or engagement celebrations á deux. One double and one single bedroom - space to spread out.

Click on the cottage photograph to explore interior images of this charming thatched cottage in Suffolk, just perfect for a memorable weekend.


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