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Self-catering rentals withing easy driving distance of Heathrow Airport

Apartments, houses, houseboats and other self-catering rentals within easy driving distance of Heathrow Airport. Please click on any images to display details and more photographs of the self-catering rentals. Additional holiday accommodation near Heathrow Airport can be found by using the Feature Pages menu on the left.

Accommodation in England

Oxfordshire Bruern Holiday Cottages

National Winners of VisitBritain's Excellence in England Gold and Silver Awards for Self-Catering Holiday of the year 1998 and 2003.  Bruern Cottages are the finest self-catering properties, not just in the Cotswolds but in the whole of Great Britain. 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 in Cope Cottage only - sleeps 2.

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London The Bush

The Bush Houseboat has been through a complete refit to give it all the comforts of a modern flat.  
The new central heating system ensures constant hot water and warmth at the touch of a switch; while the new bathroom comes with power shower, and the kitchen with a plumbed in dishwasher and washing machine.

Please note that prices are quoted on a full occupancy basis, but discounts are available when there are only 2 people staying.
The Bush Housboat - newly refurbished in 2002. It has 3 bedrooms to accommodate up to 4 adults and a child. It is moored alongside Kew Gardens in south west London. Beautifully fitted, it offers all the mod cons for an easy holiday in London, including full central heating, a dishwasher and washing machine, bathroom with power shower. There is a private parking space.

holiday cottages  020 8 892 7241 , 0781 6509 225
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Oxfordshire Oak Cottage

Situated entirely within the walled garden of Oak House, the cottage is a new conversion of a Victorian coach house in the heart of historic Wallingford's conservation area. Oak Cottage features exposed oak beams and Victorian leaded light windows. Attractive 2 bedroom cottage with comfortable furnishings to sleep up to 5 people in the desirable town of Wallingford near Oxford. The River Thames for scenic strolls, cinema/theatre, pubs, restaurants and Waitrose are all within 500 yards walk. Oxford, Henley, Reading and Newbury are 15-30 minutes drive away. The Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon are within easy reach.

holiday cottages  01491 836 200 , 
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Wiltshire Follets Cottage

Follets Cottage, in the beautiful vale of Pewsey in Wiltshire, is half an hour from both Stonehenge and Avebury, and is within an hour of Bath, The Cotswolds, Oxford, Windsor, Winchester, Salisbury and The New Forest. Luxury, fully-equipped barn conversion to sleep 2-5 people. Prices all-inclusive of Heating, Linen, Towels and starter pack. Only 15 miles away from Stonehenge and Avebury. Lets may start any day of week and can be any period from 3 days.  Availability for New Year.

holiday cottages  01672-810619 , 07768-560302
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Hertfordshire Holiday Farmhouse

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We are pleased to offer for rent this beautifully maintained 4 bedroom holiday Farmhouse cottage overlooking open countryside. St. Albans is an affluent former Roman Town lying just north of the M25 and London in Hertfordshire. The town has a cathedral with a visitor centre, a bustling town centre with a good selection of shops, pleasant high class cafes and restaurants for a bite to eat.For visitors, there are various places of interest in St Albans including the Verulamium Museum of Roman life with re-created rooms and interactive displays, the nearby well-preserved  Roman Theatre and foundations of Roman shops and house. 
Beautifully maintained 4 bedroom holiday Farmhouse cottage overlooking fields in Hertfordshire, on the edge of Srt. Alban's. The dwelling is ideally situated for many major access routes including A414, M10, M25 and A1(M). Thameslink rail services are nearby in St Albans and Radlett. Convenient for trips to London, 30 minutes by train.

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Gloucestershire Thousand Acres

Thousand Acres is a lovely six bedrooms, four bathrooms manor house nestled in the Cotswold Hills. Its 9.3 acres include formal lawns, a croquet lawn, a Victorian walled garden, paddocks and woodland. The house itself has an indoor swimming pool, sauna and hot tub with gym equipment and a pool table whilst in the grounds there is the croquet lawn, tennis court, a children’s trampoline and swings and clay pigeon shooting by arrangement. Thousand Acres was once the home of Dame Joan Evans a respected author who described the house as “being compact, solid and with a good garden and wide views over all the vale of Severn to the hills of Wales”. It is a house designed for luxurious country living incorporating all modern facilities. It is perfect for family holidays, reunions or a special celebration break. It is also available for corporate functions and weddings – please ask for our separate brochures. The house is new to the rental market and so is currently available for Cheltenham Gold Cup week 2009. Thousand Acres is a period, detached Cotswold stone house situated in 9 acres with far reaching views, indoor swimming pool for exclusive use of guests, sauna, indoor hot tub and tennis court. The property has been lovingly refurbished, with six bedrooms, two of which have four posters. The house can sleep up to 14 people. Outside there is a croquet lawn and formal walled garden as well as a secluded well furnished patio with large gas barbecue and patio heaters. Inside there is a kitchen extensively equipped for the serious cook, a games room with pool table, formal drawing and dining rooms – the latter with a grand piano Little extras are the Bose sound system throughout the ground floor, fluffy towels and bathrobes and Cotswold Lavender toiletries. Welcome hamper and wine greet you on arrival. New to the market. Availability for Cheltenham Gold Cup week 2009. Hen parties welcome.

holiday cottages  01452 740664 , 
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Oxfordshire The Stables Cottage

LUXURY 5* COTTAGE FOR RENTAL IN OXFORDSHIRE WITH NEW FINNISH SAUNA & RELAXATION ROOM! Wi-Fi Internet Access! If you are looking for luxurious hotel comfort combined with the privacy and flexibility of self-catering, The Stables at Ashtree Farm provides the perfect location. Set in two acres of beautiful landscaped gardens this former 18th century farm is ideal for a relaxing and peaceful break. The cottage is located just outside the picturesque and unspoilt village of Buckland in rural Oxfordshire. LUXURY 5* COTTAGE IN OXFORDSHIRE WITH NEW FINNISH SAUNA & RELAXATION facility. The Stables offers a perfect retreat for a peaceful & relaxing short romantic break. Oxford, Stratford, Bath and the Cotswolds are within an easy drive of the property. London Paddington is 45 minutes on the train from Didcot Station. This luxurious cottage is set within a large beautifully landscaped garden in lovely open countryside. It is particularly suited to honeymoon couples and those seeking a romantic getaway. There is a private patio area for al fresco enthusiasts with a gas barbeque and garden furniture. A new Finnish sauna has been installed with Massage & Beauty treatments offered onsite. For those who like golf, Carswell Golf Course is next door to the property offering special discounted rates to our guests, and if fishing is your leisure pursuit there is a wide range on offer within a short drive. There are some excellent riding facilities within a short drive. The Cottage is available for long romantic week-ends, short mid-week breaks and holidays. Contact the owner to book your reservation now! Wi-Fi Internet access. Perfect for a Romantic week-end or a Honeymoon retreat!

holiday cottages  01367 870540 , 07971 207188
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Gloucestershire Watercombe House

Watercombe House is a stunning Grade II Listed Regency farmhouse nestled in its own five-acre private valley in the Cotswold Hills. It offers peace, seclusion and a taste of grand country living. Watercombe is a truly enchanting house, transporting you back to a bygone age yet with present day luxury and comfort. It is perfect for family holidays, reunions or a special celebration break. The house is booked for Christmas & New Year 2008.  In 2009 it will be available to rent in July, August, Christmas and New Year only.  Please see www.watercombehouse.com for further dates and prices.  Looking for luxury? You will find it at Watercombe House, a stunning Grade II Regency farmhouse sleeping 10+cot nestled in its own five-acre private valley in the Cotswold Hills. It offers peace, seclusion and a taste of grand country living. Watercombe is a truly enchanting house, transporting you back into a bygone age yet with present day luxury and comfort. Ideal for family gatherings, groups of friends or a for special celebration. Fabulous at any time of year. Click on the photograph to find out more about this unique property or see our website www.watercombehouse.com.

holiday cottages  01453 840278 , 07974 353523
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Sussex Fair Oak Farm - A perfect rural retreat

Sleeps 2-16.  Sleeps 2-16. "If you want comfortable and cosy self catering holiday accommodation surrounded by breathtaking Sussex countryside these beautifully converted Grade II listed farm buildings will impress. The perfect rural escape and only an hour from London." Rachel Jane, Sunday Express. Wireless Broadband Internet available. Visit www.fairoakfarm.co.uk for more information. Up to 3 dogs welcome by arrangement.

holiday cottages  01435 884122 , 
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