Eco-friendly cottages for self-catering holidays

If you're interested in the environment then these eco-friendly cottages may be exactly what you would like for your next self-catering holiday or weekend break.

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Cottages: 18

	Rutland Lodges at Greetham Valley (England, Rutland, ) Our 4* eco-friendly lodges are snuggled away on a superb 45 hole golf complex, close to Rutland Water in the heart of the English countryside. The Lodges comfortably sleep 6 in 3 bedrooms and are furnished to a high standard. Guests can enjoy free coarse fishing, free Par 3 golf and discounted greenfees on the two main golf courses. Archery, bowls, salmon fishing, off road driving and quad-biking also available on-site - must be pre-booked! Perfect for sailing, birdwatching, golfing, cycling, fishing and simply relaxing in the beautiful Rutland countryside. Price range from £495 to £795 per week Sleeps from 2 to 6 people in 3 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 2 Pet Friendly: Yes Rating: 01780 460444 Click here to email owner more >
	Manor House Stables (England, Lincolnshire, Martin, near Lincoln) Recently restored eco-friendly Stables using natural earth-friendly materials. 2 units of quality self-catering accommodation can be rented separately or together. The first floor ‘Hayloft’ (sleeps 4) is warm and welcoming with a wood-burning stove whilst the ground floor ‘Bothy’ (sleeps 3) is warm and cosy and is also suitable for wheelchair users. Short breaks and weekends throughout the year. Price range from £350 to £600 per week Sleeps from 2 to 7 people in 2 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 3 Pet Friendly: No Rating: 01526 378 717 Click here to email owner more >
	Mill Cottage (England, Suffolk, Lavenham) This cottage was recently awarded the Gold Award by the English Tourist Board. Mill Cottage is in a lovely little ‘Back to the Good Life’ setting in a remote small-holding in its own valley – all very eco-friendly. Sleeps 2. Guests can also go 'Wild Swimming' in the half-acre spring-fed Mill Pond adjacent to the cottage. The owners also run eco and craft courses. Price range from £424 to £640 per week Sleeps from 1 to 2 people in 1 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 1 Pet Friendly: Yes Rating: (4 star) 01787 211 115 Click here to email owner more >
	The Pump House (England, Suffolk, Stoke-by-Nayland) The Pump House is surrounded by its own beautiful wildflower meadow with a small stream and the Pilgrims Way running through it. The medieval village of Stoke-by-Nayland in Suffolk is just up a tiny single track lane, the setting could hardly be prettier. This Holiday Cottage is ideal for guests who enjoy wonderful walks and being close to nature. The cottage is a Grand Designs conversion of a Water Pumping Station and has incorporated all the latest ecological systems for heating and water treatment - a very unique and enjoyable cottage to stay in. Pets are welcome. The cottage sleeps 2 but there is a chill-out room in the roof space where a friend or 2 can also sleep on a sofa bed (therefore sleeping 4) The cottage is eco-friendly and embraces the most modern ‘green’ Heat Transfer system for under floor heating and hot water and an ecological waste water Reed Bed system. Available for Christmas. Price range from £515 to £735 per week Sleeps from 1 to 2 people in 1 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 1 Pet Friendly: Yes Rating: 01787 211 115 Click here to email owner more >
	Cwmbiga Cottages (Wales, Powys, Llanidloes) Our 4 star, Gold Award winning, eco-friendly cottages are set in the Cambrian Mountains. They make an ideal rural retreat and a great base for an outdoor activity holiday, a quiet or romantic break or a get together with friends / family. A wildlife haven and ideal for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Discounts for parties of 4 or less. Price range from £375 to £750 per week Sleeps from 2 to 8 people in 4 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 2 Pet Friendly: Yes Rating: (4 star and Gold award for Green Business) 01686 430615 Click here to email owner more >
	South Beer (England, Devon, Holsworthy) Large, 4 star, 4 bedroom eco-friendly Victorian Farmhouse situated in private garden with Nature Trails from the garden gate, on the Devon/Cornwall border, close to the coast, beaches and Roadford lake. Sleeps up to 10. Families and pets welcome. Short breaks and weekends from September to May. This business has won gold award from the Devon Wildlife Trust since 2003 for working for the benefit of Devon's wildlife. Enjoy country walks over the festive period to work off those mince pies. Some availability from 28th August and into early September. Internet wi-fi from August 2010. Price range from £450 to £1390 per week Sleeps from 2 to 10 people in 4 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 2 Pet Friendly: Yes Rating: (4 star Visitbritain Devon Wildlife Trust Gold Award) 01409253093 Click here to email owner more >
	Asheston Eco Barns (Wales, Pembrokeshire, Haverfordwest) Beautifully renovated luxury complex of 5 barns using the latest eco-friendly technology to provide a sustainable family holiday. All barns are furnished with antique furniture, fittings and traditional log burning stoves for those cosy nights in by the fire. All barns have geo-thermal underfloor heating making them constantly warm and a pleasure to walk on. Located just 3 miles from the stunning blue flag beach at Newgale.Book now for Christmas and New Year Price range from £320 to £1080 per week Sleeps from 2 to 7 people in 3 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 2 Pet Friendly: No Rating: 01348 831781 Click here to email owner more >
	Orchard Barn (England, Gloucestershire, Newnham-on-Severn) A Grade II detached stone barn near Newnham-on-Severn is a superb August 2008 conversion. Approached by a country lane and STANDING ON THE EDGE OF ITS OWN 6 ACRE MEADOW(leading to ancient woodland) NO ROADS & SILENCE. It is ideal for walking, bird watching, spotting deer or simply relaxing. Orchard Barn provides spacious luxury accommodation for six/seven people and is equipped to 5* standard. Eco-friendly, RENEWABLE ENERGY SO WARM 24/7. LOG BURNER. FREE WI-FI for internet access. FLEXIBLE CHANGE-OVER DAY. July availability 4 nights 5-9th July, 8 nights 11-19th July 4 nights 26-30th July - select any number of nights within these periods. Availability for half-term and Easter 2011. Availability for Christmas and New Year. Book ahead for these popular times. Price range from £747 to £1047 per week Sleeps from 4 to 7 people in 3 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 3 Pet Friendly: Yes Rating: (5 Star) 01594 827 311 Click here to email owner more >
	Brignall Mill (England, Durham, Barnard Castle) Brignall Mill, near Barnard Castle, is an eighteenth century stone watermill on a small country estate. Offering a totally tranquil stay, with all home comforts, the Mill stands in an idyllic spot within the old North Riding of Yorkshire, bordering the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Good views are taken for granted. Bring your camera. The Mill is situated in a dramatic gorge carved out by the River Greta through Teesdale, a beautiful rolling landscape of sheep pastures divided by ancient stone walls and, on the tops, open moorlands. The waterwheel, machinery and grindstones have been incorporated into an ingenious eco-friendly living space which can sleep 4/6. Weeks commencing September 4th and 24th still available, Short break September 20th, also October weeks. Price range from £350 to £650 per week Sleeps from 4 to 6 people in 2 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 2 Pet Friendly: No Rating: (5 star) 01833 637 726 Click here to email owner more >
	Yealm Cabin (England, Devon, South Hams, Yealmpton) Overlooking the beautiful Yealm valley this idyllic eco-friendly log cabin will provide you with a peaceful and tranquil retreat. The cabin is secluded and sits between rolling hills and lush green ﬁelds. The South Hams is England's most outstanding area of beauty and you could be in the heart of it! Sleeps 4. Price range from £245 to £395 per week Sleeps from 1 to 4 people in 1 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 1 Pet Friendly: Yes Rating: 01752 216645 Click here to email owner more >