5 star Tourist Board rated luxury self-catering accommodation in England
5 star Tourist Board rated luxury self-catering accommodation in England. The following self-catering holiday rentals have all been inspected by the English Tourism Concil and awarded the highest rating of 5 stars. Some may have additional commendations. Please click on any images shown to view details of the accommodation.Additional luxury cottages and country houses can be viewed by using the Feature Pages menu on the left. Not all self-catering owners belong to the ETC scheme but still offer high-quality cottages, country houses, apartments, pine lodges, log cabins, and other accommodation. It's worth taking a look.
Accommodation in England
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Northumberland
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Beacon Hill Farm
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Fifteen luxury 4/5 star cottages at Beaconhill Farm in Northumberland, set in 350 acres of grass and woodlands, with marvellous views to the coast and hills. All the cottages are centrally heated and most have open fires. Kitchens have every machine and gadget you could hope for. There are superb leisure facilities including heated indoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi, sun bed, hard tennis court, and a two acre lake for fly fishing for trout. Click here to check prices and availability of our cottages.
+44 (0)1670 780 900 ,
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Herefordshire
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The Sherriffs
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The Sherriffs in North West Herefordshire - Located on the Welsh border equidistant between Hay-on-Wye and Ludlow, the Sherriffs offers luxury five star accommodation in a beautiful isolated setting, surrounded by splendid mature gardens. This Grade II listed Queen Anne House is spacious and comfortable, retaining many of the original features. It has recently been sympathetically refurbished with full central heating providing a luxurious and comfortable base from which to explore the local countryside. The accommodation comprises three large reception rooms; a fully modernised kitchen; 6 double or twin bedrooms (sleeping 14 in total) and 3 bathrooms, plus a shower room. Other facilities include an open fire, a washing and drying machine, TV, video, telephone, music centre, games, linen included, welcome hamper. There is garden furniture and a barbecue for guests to use. Cordon Bleu cookery and basic groceries can be delivered to your door. The house is 2 miles away from 'The Stagg' in Titley, which is the only Michelin * pub in the UK. The Sherriffs is located in an isolated romantic setting near Offas Dyke path and the beautiful Welsh hills. Availability for half-term and Easter.
01544 340 241 ,
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Yorkshire
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North Kingsfield Holiday Cottages
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North Kingsfield Holiday Cottages are part of a 5 star mediaeval barn conversion set on a small working farm just outside the village of Fraisthorpe on the East Yorkshire coast close to the beach.
There are three cottages in total, The Stable (sleeps 4+1), Mill House (sleeps 4) and The Grainary (sleeps 2).
01262673743 , 07949 305227
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Oxfordshire
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Bruern Holiday Cottages
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National Winner of VisitBritain's Excellence in England Gold and Silver Awards 1998 and 2003. Contact us through our website using the link below. We have a selection of luxury cottages of varying sizes available. Heated outdoor pool. Availability for New Year.
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Derbyshire
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Hillside Croft
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A 17th Century listed building of historical interest, 5 star Hillside Croft is built of warm sandstone with leaded light windows, original oak beamed ceilings and cosy inglenook fireplaces with wood burning stoves. It is carpeted throughout and has a fitted antique pine kitchen, a dining room and table to seat 10, 5 bedrooms; all with garden views. There is a patio with barbecue.
+44(0)1335 344795 , 0780 8899493
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Derbyshire
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The Green
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Country house ideal for large groups up to 18. Dining room seats 18. Private swimming pool - beautiful heated indoor pool for your exclusive use. Located edge of village - quiet and unoverlooked. The ultimate party palace: hen and stag groups welcome!
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01298 871004 ,
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Northumberland
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Breamish Valley Cottages
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Luxury cottages forming a small complex with an indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room and excellent leisure facilities. Traditional country furnishings have been used throughout, and all cottages have modern well-equipped kitchens with electric oven, microwave oven and dishwasher. Satellite TV, CD / radio, telephones and well-stocked bookshelves are standard as well as wood-burning stoves and oil-fired central heating.
016655 78 263 , 07855 833 731
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Cornwall
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Kennacott Court
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An outstanding collection of award-winning luxury cottages set in 70 acres overlooking the sea at Widemouth Bay, Bude. All cottages awarded Five Stars by the English Tourism Council; extremely comfortable with excellent central heating, superbly equipped and maintained to the highest standards by the resident owners. All have dishwashers and washer dryers - essential components of any self-catering holiday! Magnificent indoor swimming pool, tennis courts, golf course, games room, snooker room and lots more. Open all year - short breaks available in the low season. Availability for New Year - 25% discount on remaining cottages.
01288 362000 ,
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Suffolk
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Gladwins Farm
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Gladwins Farm is a lovely family-run collection of 9 cottages set in 22 acres of Constable Country. Cottages to sleep from 2 to 8. Six are conversions of Tudor Barns and stables, one is a ground floor apartment and two luxury cottages sleeping 6 or 8, all in en-suite bedrooms. Heated indoor pool, sauna, hot tubs and tennis court. The village is just over half a mile away and has one of the best collections of medieval buildings in the Country and also the famous White Hart restaurant. On the site there is coarse fishing and easy walking. Colchester is 15 minutes away and the beach just 35 minutes. Loads to do and fantastic places to visit. Don't miss Colchester Zoo or Kentwell Hall (unforgettable Tudor re-enactments, lambs and live history!) All the cottages are either 4* or 5* English Tourist Council rated
01206 262261 ,
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Essex
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The Pump House Apartment
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The 5 star luxury apartment, which is self-contained and on two floors, forms part of Pump House, a large house in the country village of Great Burstead in the county of Essex. The village is close to Billericay - a small country town with strong US connections. London, Canterbury, Cambridge, Colchester and "Constable Country" can all be reached within an hour by road. There is a fast rail link to London (30 - 40 minutes). A regular bus service is available close by. Whilst a car is not essential, it would enhance your enjoyment. The accommodation in the apartment (up to 1,500 sq. ft.) has two living rooms, a dining room, a fully-fitted kitchen and the choice of one, two or three bedrooms with one to three bath/shower rooms (two en-suite).
01277 656 579 ,
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Leicestershire
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Upper Rectory Farm Cottages
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These beautiful, multi award-winning farm cottages have been cleverly restored from the original granaries, stabling and cowsheds to create a haven of peace and tranquillity amid the wheatfields of Leicestershire. Ensuite facilities throughout, splendid panoramic views, lovely old oak beams, wireless broadband internet access, luxurious yet homely atmosphere. Some cottages are interconnecting, so whilst still maintaining complete privacy, they can be joined to cater for larger groups. A large dining/conference room is ideal for reunions, large family groups, corporate retreats. Huge selection of local attractions – and right in the centre of England - just visit our website and see.
01827 880448 ,
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Gloucestershire
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Swan House
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Swan House is a beautiful Grade II listed country house set in two acres of gardens complete with own lake in the Cotswolds. It can sleep up to 12 people in 6 bedrooms. Master bedroom with four poster bed and en-suite. Spacious and charming with traditional English decor; wood stoves, exposed beams. Terrace with gas barbecue. Ample parking. The house is equidistant from Cirencester, Burford and Stow on the Wold, all quintessential Cotswold towns.
020 8995 9072 , 07919 155433
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Gloucestershire
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Rectory Park
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Rectory Park is an elegant Regency rectory with excellent facilities for entertaining or holding large family gatherings. The well equipped house comprises spacious living accommodation, six double bedrooms and extensive terrace for al fresco dining.
0845 204 1066 ,
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Lancashire
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Barnacre Cottages
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Barnacre Cottages are the first gold award winning, five-star, self-catering holiday cottages in Lancashire, north west England. Created from the old stone buildings of an 18th century farmhouse, aspiring to the very highest standards of self-catering accommodation. Barnacre Cottages won the North West Tourist Board Self-Catering Holiday of the Year Gold Award in 2002, as well as an Excellence in England Silver Award in 2003. Each cottage sleeps between 4 and 12 people. Family friendly. Mole End and Woodpecker specifically designed for the less mobile each with groundfloor ensuite bedrooms. Mobility level 1.
01995 600918 , 07791 974314
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Dorset
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Higher Farm Cottage
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A traditional stone-built Grade II listed cottage near Weymouth, Dorset, recently renovated to a very high standard to provide 5 bedrooms on first and second floors to sleep 8 people plus a cot; comfortable tastefully decorated rooms with inglenook fireplace in sitting room; fully fitted kitchen with oil-fired AGA; central heating; exposed beams and real stone floors; walled, secure, south facing rear garden with BBQ and furniture. Within walking distance of traditional village pub and church in Langton Herring, near Weymouth. Chesil and Fleet beaches are within half a mile's walk. The price is inclusive of all linen and towels.
01458 274 767 ,
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Guernsey
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The Herbery
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High quality holiday cottage at the edge of a herb farm on Guernsey. This lovely cottage can sleep 2-6 adults in a double bedroom, twin bedroom and on sofa bed in conservatory. Bathroom, additional separate WC. Three miles to west coast beaches. Gourmet breaks can be arranged. Perfect accommodation for friends holidaying together. Broadband Internet. Click on the photograph to find out more about the Herbery holiday cottage.
01481 256 176 ,
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Gloucestershire
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Rofield Barn
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Rofield Barn near Cheltenham. Converted from a three hundred year old barn, this outstanding fully detached property offers high quality accommodation. Rated 5 stars by Visit Britain, this property as every modern convenience and yet retains all the character and charm of the original building. Spacious, light and airy living room with it's high vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, traditional stove and superb views across the enclosed garden to the countryside beyond. All rooms are beautifully furnished and very well equipped with everything you require for your holiday or short let. Warm and welcoming throughout all seasons, Rofield Barn has under-floor heating, flat screen tv with Freeview, iPod docking station, WiFi Broadband Internet, a traditional stove and full central heating upstairs. A downstairs twin bedded room with larger doorways provides access for guests requiring disabled facilities. An outstanding property in a beautiful location and unreservedly recommended. Good views of open Cotswold countryside from back garden. Up to 3 dogs welcome by arrangement.
01452 780323 ,
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Wiltshire
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Fairfield Barns holiday cottages
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Fairfield Barns luxury 5 star self catering holiday cottages. Indoor swimming pool, tennis, professional gym, sauna, beauty treatments, internet access and childrens playhouse and play equipment. Ideal for families, large house parties, young and not so young alike, romantic couples. 10 miles from Roman Bath for tours of the city, ghost walk and Pump House.
01225 703585 , 07768 625 868
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Herefordshire
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Olde Rectory
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Discover five of the most delightful and elegant luxury cottages in a conservation area in the heart of the pretty village of Whitbourne. The Rectory's 16th century barn and coach houses have been thoughtfully converted to provide five stylish and unique properties, each with their own private courtyard garden, BBQ, and feature lighting. The romantic cottages vary in size from accommodating 2-10. These are truly superb, with every comfort considered. Please click on the image for details.
We have some Availability for Christmas.
01886 82 2000 ,
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Yorkshire
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Ashling Houses
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Welcome to our brand new, immaculately decorated three bed roomed city townhouse, located inside the city walls in a quiet cul-de-sac yet surrounded by restaurants, shops and the medieval Micklegate Bar of the City of York. Ashling House has been awarded 5 Stars by the ETC and no expense has been spared on attention to detail, and furnishings. Spacious accommodation, en suite master room, comfortable beds with crisp designer linen. Private secure parking and a perfect location make us perfect for a relaxing holiday.
01904 706083 , 07974383619
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Devon
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The Lodge at Colmer
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Equipped to a 5 star standard, this detached stone cottage offers guests a south-facing private enclosed garden - a real sun trap and perfect for families. There is a barbecue for informal meals and a wood burning stove to enjoy. Three bedrooms/two bathrooms accommodate up to 6 or 8 with cot and z bed. All essential kitchen appliances are supplied including dishwasher, washer/dryer, fridge/freezer, breadmaker and a large dining table to seat 8. The sitting room has a wood burning stove, widescreen TV and DVD. Private parking. Facilities include year round indoor and summer outdoor heated swimming pools, tennis court, fishing lake, croquet lawn, boules, table tennis, basket ball net, stabling and a paddock for horses should you wish to bring your own. Click on image for details.
07855 488058 ,
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Lincolnshire
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Skendleby Hall
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Skendleby Hall is a magnificent Grade II listed residence originally dating back to the mid 1700s with a later Victorian wing and clock tower. In brief, the substantial accommodation includes a stunning drawing room with original features, a music room with a grand paino, 2 more reception rooms, 2 kitchens, billiards room with full size professional snooker table, 14 bedrooms and 11 bathrooms/shower rooms. It can accomodate 24 people very comfortably. There is a sauna and steam shower. The dining room seats 24 very comfortably. www.skendlebyhall.co.uk for photo gallery and more information.
0141 4163 626 , 07917 569 349
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Derbyshire
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The Coachmans Cottage
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This cottage set in beautiful grounds of an Edwardian country house, has a luxury 5 * ETB status and sleeps 6 -7 people very comfortably. There is also a tennis court and croquet for guests to enjoy as well as the glorious setting in quiet countryside. Well equipped, guests want for nothing, with host on hand to advise or help. Limited disabled facilities, and well behaved pets welcomed. Up to 3 dogs welcome by arrangement. Availability for Christmas, half-term and New Year as well as dates during the autumn.
01335 342 670 ,
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Suffolk
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Holmwood Cottage
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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. Availability for July & August
Up to 2 dogs welcome by arrangement
01787 211 115 ,
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Suffolk
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Chelsworth
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Detached cottage, sleeps 8 in 5* Award winning luxury. All bedrooms en-suite. 4-Poster bed and private hot tub Use of heated indoor pool,hard tennis court, fishing lake and childrens' playground. Complete with BBQ. Non-smoking. Disabled accessible. Private Garden. Fantastic views in secluded countryside. Short breaks November to March.
01206 262261 ,
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Northumberland
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Village Farm
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12 luxury cottages sleeping 2-12 with unrivalled facilities including a heated indoor pool, with sauna, steamroom and sunshower. There is a wonderful, fully-staffed gym with relaxation area with complimentary coffee and tea and a resident beautician. A large games room with pool, table-tennis, bar-football and much more will take care of the wet days, and when the sun is shining we have a hard tennis court, adventure playground and a wendy house for the little ones as well as a large lawned area for football or running around!
All of the properties are equipped with every modern convenience and are ideal for families, couples or groups, summer or winter. All have full central heating but many also have wood-burning stoves for which we even provide free logs!
01665 575591 ,
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Devon
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Red Doors Farm
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We have seven 5 star rated cottages sleeping between 2 to 8 people. They have been individually restyled and equipped to the highest standard. Each cottage is different with its own unique appeal. Click on the photograph to read about the cottages and view interior images.
01404 890067 ,
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Devon
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Clew Park, Smarts House, Poppys, Pockets
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Discover four luxurious, 5 star rated, barn conversions, on an organic farm, near Honiton in Devon at Hembury Court. Set in a tranquil location, yet not far from the coast, Dartmoor and Exmoor, they offer the opportunity for a truly relaxing holiday. Facilities at Hembury Court include an eight seat hot tub with stunning views of the Devon countryside, a fitness suite, a gas barbecue with seating and veranda, sun loungers, large grassed lawns for croquet and games, and a large oak cruck barn with table tennis, table football and a room with a big table for communal dining or celebrations. Wireless Broadband internet access. Perfect high quality self-catering accommodation for family holidays or small groups. Hen parties welcome.
01404 841 202 ,
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Yorkshire
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Assam House
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Luxury townhouse, sleeps six, with garden and off street parking, Adjacent to York's famous race course and a short walk from the historic city centre. Available for New Year Break - just a 20 minute walk from the exciting nightlife York has to offer.
01904 700610 , 07950029271
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Dorset
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Bakehouse Cottage
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Bakehouse Cottage is a luxury self-catering cottage in the village of Langton Herring, Dorset, lying between Weymouth and Abbotsbury. New cottage in 2005. It can accommodate up to 8 people in 4 bedrooms. Bakehouse Cottage is next door to St Anthony's Cottage (q.v.) and for larger parties the two properties combined offer accommodation for 14 adults plus two cots. To the rear there is a paved patio area and garden. The garden abuts one of Higher Farm's fields. Patio chairs, a table and a barbecue are all provided.
Garage parking is adjacent to the property with additional parking available by the farm entrance. The cottage is a stones throw, literally, from the church and the local village pub. Please click on image for details.
01458 274 767 ,
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Dorset
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Champernhayes
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A small collection of luxury 5 star cottages in coastal Dorset, close to the seaside resorts of
Charmouth and Lyme Regis with easy access to the Jurassic coast. Each cottage has its own private garden complete with patio, hardwood garden furniture and gas barbeque. The heated indoor swim spa and Jacuzzi is available throughout the year. Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement.
01297 560 853 ,
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Devon
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The Old Mill
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Private Swimming Pool - enjoy our heated indoor pool for exclusive use. Perfect for holidays and short breaks accommodating upto 12 people in this luxury spacious 5 star accommodation. Six bedrooms and five bathrooms (3 en-suite). Games room, barbeque area, childrens play equipment. Ideal for celebrations and hen parties Catering, Pampering and Activites available
01823 672284 ,
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Lincolnshire
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Poachers Hideaway
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Six luxuriously renovated cottages in a traditional Lincolnshire farmyard. Each cottage is different, sleeps 2-6, Jacuzzi, sauna and massages available on site. Granary sleeps 6, Viking (2) & Betty Hutton , Bluebell & Juice Trump Cottage ( 2+2). Meeting room available seats up to 24.
Up to 2 dogs welcome by arrangement.
Horses welcome
01507 533555 , 07774890677
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Somerset
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West Hayes Barn
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West Hayes Barn is an enchanting, luxury, 5 star graded conversion of a 16th Century Grade 2 Listed Barn. The cottage is situated in the beautiful conservation village of Halse with its award winning pub. Halse is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, but still only 6 miles from Junction 25 of the M5. Our location makes us perfect for full weeks and short breaks alike.
01823 431622 , 07813 821475
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Herefordshire
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The Forge
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The Forge is a luxury cottage with many designer features offering a fabulous base for exploring the rolling Herefordshire border countryside. With 43" TV and DVD surround sound cinema, all the mod cons in the kitchen and an attractive lavender framed lawn. For night times we have a superking bed with Egyptian Cotton sheets; and a roll top bath plus an additional power shower.
01544 340 241 ,
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Devon
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Clew Park
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3 bedroom 5 star luxury country cottage between Honiton and Cullompton in east Devon. Wheelchair access downstairs. Facilities onsite include a hot tub, barbecue, mini gym, games room with table tennis, use of video library.
01404 841 202 ,
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Leicestershire
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The Bothy
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The four star Self Catering accommodation is in the old workers cottage called 'The Bothy'. It has a kitchen with dishwasher and microwave, a sitting area, flat screen TV with DVD and free view and free wireless internet connection. Small pets are welcome to stay and are charged at £1 per pet per night. There is ample free secure off road parking in the courtyard outside the cottage.
01664 444730 , 07770 275529
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Herefordshire
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Barn Croft
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One of three luxury cottages, sleeping 6 (Barn Croft) 8 (The Woodhouse) and 2 (The Wainhouse), in a rural location near the Malvern Mills. Set in 15 acres belonging to the C15th Grade II* Listed semi-moated Woodhouse. Hire Barn Croft for your family break, The Wainhouse for a romantic escape and The Woodhouse for a special occasion, or book all three together for a larger celebration or reunion.Costs are inclusive of lighting, heating, power, linen, towels, toiletries, kitchen, bathroom and laundry requisites, logs and/or charcoal, VAT, an award-winning welcome basket and Broadband Internet access.
01531 640030 , 07831 333360
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Cornwall
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Brambles and Tregea
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