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Award winning country cottages

The following list of Award winning country cottages shows the very best cottages in their group for self-catering holidays. Please click on a cottage photograph to inspect the cottages and view their merits. Additional high quality country cottages can be found via the menus.

Accommodation in England

Cumbria 3 cottages - Cumbrian coast

All guests receive free entry to Muncaster, an award winning tourist attraction.The 3 cottages available are:

  Newtown House - sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms 
  Knott View - sleeps 12 in 6 bedrooms 
  Herbert House - sleeps 10 in 5 bedrooms 

Newtown House boasts impressively high ceilings, many original features including open fires and incredible sea views. Knott View is a character property built in the 1600’s, set in a rural location with a large enclosed garden and countryside views. Both properties are situated in the Lake District National Park.
Three beautiful self catering cottages in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Ideal for large groups, the cottages sleep 8, 12 and 12 respectively . Two can be rented as one big house to sleep 20.

holiday cottages  01229 717614 , 
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Devon The Forge House

The Forge is pure postcard Devon, a 400 year old building that has been sympathetically modernised with all the latest conveniences and stands right in the heart of Georgeham, home to Tarka the Otter author Henry Williamson. It is perfectly located for the golden triangle of beaches at Putsborough, Croyde and Woolacombe with glorious Saunton merely a stones throw further away. If you are a surfer or golfer this property is a must for you.

Come and stay to release the stress of the daily grind in a 400 year old Forge situated in the village of Georgeham, near Croyde (minutes from the sea!). 

The village of Georgeham is nestled between Woolacombe and Croyde and boasts one pub, one restaurant and a great, well stocked village shop

The  Forge house is a converted blacksmith forge  and attached barn containing 4/5 bedrooms, a large lounge and dining room and well-equipped kitchen. This accommodation is over many levels and includes a self contained annex. It is a house of well designed features using many natural materials blending modern with old. The outside space is just as unique offering three ‘garden rooms’ 

One of the main attractions of the Forge is its location. The nearest beach is the award winning Putsborough Sands approximately one and half miles from the front door. If surfing is your thing you will appreciate the sounds	of the waves from Croyde the well known surf spot whilst at the Forge. The village of Georgeham itself surrounds this property.  A few steps up the road takes you to the well stocked village shop, or the village restaurant at ‘The Lower House’ and of course the famous Rock Inn.  


Come and stay to release the stress of the daily grind in a 400 year old Forge situated in the village of Georgeham, near Croyde (minutes from the sea!). The Forge is pure postcard Devon, a 400 year old building that has been sympathetically modernised with all the latest conveniences and stands right in the heart of Georgeham.

holiday cottages  07973 628215 , 07973 628215
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Herefordshire The Colloquy

The Colloquy provides the most comfortable, spacious and relaxing environment for unpretentious self-catering luxury, or for an exclusive corporate retreat. Each of our eight bedrooms has its own bathroom, some with roll top baths, some with showers and some with both.  All our walls are adorned with fantastic art - this is all produced by local artists and so invokes the atmosphere and features of Herefordshire and Welsh border countryside.  The Colloquy is in an old Victorian Stable block. It features eight en-suite bedrooms or family rooms, some with roll top baths, some with showers and some with both. Swimming pool (May to September), sauna, jacuzzi and squash court. Home cinema.

holiday cottages  01544 340 241 , 
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Lincolnshire Poachers Hideaway

If your idea of a relaxing holiday is luxurious accommodation, breathtaking scenery and accessibility along with privacy, then award winning Poachers Hideaway, situated deep in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds will delight far beyond one’s expectations. The retreat is situated deep in an isolated valley, although only minutes away from the bustling market towns of Horncastle and Louth, (which are superb for antique hunting), the east Coast and City of Lincoln are also within easy reach. The five star accommodation which comprises of six luxury cottages, was designed by Andrew Tuxworth in 2001 to the highest standard. The cottages overlook 170 acres of ancient woodland, wildflower pastures, natural hedgerows and water meadows. 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

holiday cottages  01507 533555 , 07774890677
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Northumberland Beacon Hill Farm

Winner of England's Self Catering Holiday of the Year 2000. We have 15 superbly comfortable cottages on our beautiful farm, with 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. 
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.

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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.

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Somerset West Hayes Barn

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West Hayes Barn has been superbly converted and the accomodation is very attractive and spacious.  The kitchen/breakfast room has a beautiful oak floor and is very well equipped.  There is an open plan feel to the living areas downstairs with the oak flooring continuing into the sitting room.  This is a very comfortable room with a wood burning stove.  Downstairs is a twin bedded room, the beds can linked to make a six foot double.  There is also a stylish modern bathroom downstairs.  Upstairs is a simply stunning bedroom with a five foot king-size bed and an additional full size single with an ensuite shower room.  Outside is a large Mediterranean style entertaining area, with attractive outdoor furniture and barbeque, leading to a safe and secure lawned garden.  The barn has lovely views across our fields and whatever animals are keeping the grass down.

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.



holiday cottages  01823 431622 , 07813 821475
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Somerset Hindon Organic Farm Cottage

Idyllic location hidden but not remote on award winning Organic working 500acre Exmoor farm. Charming traditional farm cottage, refurbished with quality decor & nice touches, built about 100years ago from red brick and stone, with original features also log burner and C.H. This detached cottage is set alone on wooded hillside, overlooking the fields, just up the lane 100 yards from the farmhouse where we can accommodate additional persons on a B&B arrangement. (The Guardian Best B&B 2006). Ducks dabble in the stream at this picturesque farm, wonder the farm trail see rare breed spotty pigs, or sit in the farm conservation wood and  listen to bird song.
Minehead 3mls for beach, pubs, steam train, shops, banks etc. Dunster Castle 5mls, Porlock 7mls. Selworthy village 1ml for scrummy cream teas and lunches - lovely walk.  
Complementary welcome basket of Organic & Local Produce. Farm Shop for our organic Beef, Lamb, Free range Gloucester Old Spot Pork, Bacon, homemade sausages, and bread, eggs etc. Rick Stein Food Heros. Aromatherepy treatments & Outdoor Hot Tub area by farmhouse, adults only. Home cooked Aga Breakfasts to S/C guests in farmhouse at extra cost. Wonderful walks from the door to the moor, SW coastpath and sea. Dogs welcome by arrangement. Real Farm - Real Food - Relax. Idyllic location on sunny wooded hillside overlooking the fields & hills - 18th C charming 3 bedroom farm cottage on an award winning organic farm. There are walks from the door to the farm trail with ducks, donkeys and other animals, and on to the moors & South West coastpath with fantasitc sea views. If you are lucky, you might spot red door, foxes or badgers. Dogs welcome by arrangement. Parking, BBQ, Log burner/CH. Cot and highchair on request. Perfect location for couples who enjoy a real country escape with real farm food, & relax. Honeymooners love it. Enjoy the Hot tub under the stars, and aromatherapy treatments. Friday changeover, short breaks most welcome in low season. Availability for Christmas and New Year - book now for a special festive season with the best organic produce.

holiday cottages  01643 705244 , 
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Yorkshire Headon Farm Cottages

Enjoy our truly peaceful setting.  Located along a quiet country lane, this unspoilt corner of Yorkshire was once part of the Wydale estate.  It is a world away yet only a mile from the A170 Scarborough-Pickering road giving easy access to the Yorkshire coast, moors, York and Vale of Pickering.  Excellent village Shops and pubs are only a few minutes drive away. Headon Farm award winning cottages near Scarborough. Enjoy our truly peaceful setting. Located along a quiet country lane, this unspoilt corner of Yorkshire was once part of the Wyedale estate and the nearby Hall is still used as a retreat by the Diocese of York. It is a world away yet only a mile from the A170 Scarborough-Pickering road giving easy access to coast, moors, York and Vale of Pickering. Village Shops and pubs are only a few minutes drive away. We try our best to provide the quality and standards we ourselves would expect, which we feel is reflected in the number of guests who return each year.

holiday cottages  01723 859019 , 
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Yorkshire Wrea Head Country Cottages

National winners of the English Tourist Council's National winners of the English Tourist Council's 'England for Excellence' Award. 9 lovely award winning cottages (sleeping 2 to 9 guests) on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, enjoying magnificent panoramic sea views. The superb indoor heated swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi await for your total relaxation. Availability for Christmas, call now.

holiday cottages  01723 375844 , 01723 375844
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Yorkshire Lingholm Court Holiday Cottages

Award winning farm based cottages between Scarborough (5 miles) and Filey (3.5 miles), 4* accommodation in three courtyard barn conversions set around a spacious enclosed courtyard on a 1200 acre working farm. Situated in open countryside down a peaceful country lane. The Dairy & The Granary sleep 4, The Keep sleeps 4 (min. age 12 years). Award winning cottages situated between Scarborough and Filey on a working farm down a peaceful country lane. The Keep (sleeps 4-min. age 12 years), The Dairy and The Granary both sleep 4. Set around a spacious enclosed courtyard. One conversion provides ground floor accommodation. Ideal for walkers, cyclers, bird watchers or for a family holiday.

holiday cottages  01723 586365 , 
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Accommodation in Scotland

Banffshire Craig Cottage

Our cottage was completely refurbished in 2007 to a very high standard,a serious amount of care and attention to detail has been taken with all high quality furnishings and fittings.The cottage borders the Duff House coservation area and woodland, the magnificent Duff House is a beautiful 2 mile walk along the riverside and through the woodlands. The immediate area abounds with wildlife such as deer, foxes, badgers, otters, pine martins, buzzards and our resident red squirrels, rabbits, pheasants and woodpeckers.The unusual appearance of the cottage is due to part of it being built as a folly to Duff HouseCraig Cottage has a private parking area and garden overlooking the woods and countryside. The front of the cottage is a south facing sheltered suntrap with spacious patio area, garden furniture and barbecue.The cottage grounds, while beautiful all year round, come alive in May and June as does the whole woodland when the rhododendron borders are in full bloom, very romantic.Outside there is a large rod room and toilet to keep all your angling equipment, golf clubs and bikes the rod room is heated and has a sink and tumble dryer. Craig Cottage is our unique 3 bedroom 2 bathroom luxury cottage.  The cottage is nestled in a secluded location above the Bridge of Alvah and the gorge yet only 2 miles from historic Banff on the majestic Moray Firth coast. The cottage is perfect for the Castle, Whisky and Coastal Trails and really is paradise for walking, Golfers and fly fishermen, we have our own prolific Salmom and Sea Trout beat 200 yds from the cottage on the River Deveron one of Scotlands top 5. The cottage has all luxuries including plasma TV and Sky satelite (sports package) and even a laptop with Wi Fi Internet, all bedrooms having Sony Bravia lcd tvs and dvd players. From the bottom of the garden the river runs through the bridge and gorge, a truly beautiful spot to sit and relax watching the Salmon and Trout jump, or to spend an afternoon painting.Click on the photo for more information.

holiday cottages  01261 821 552 ,  07900 255 760
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Accommodation in Wales

Gwynedd Gwynfryn Farm Cottages with Indoor Pool , Gym, tennis court

A group of award winning luxury cottages, 3 of which are 5*****, (with 9 not yet graded)  Converted from stone farm buildings, we provide a small and intimate leisure complex with an indoor pool, gym, sauna, jacuzzi, tennis, family bikes, Games Room with soft play areas for the smaller folk,
54 WTB self-catering award winning, complex of cottages on a small, friendly, family run Organic farm near Pwllheli, North Wales. Excellent on-site facilities including indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna, Games room, Gym, Tennis Court, games room with soft play area for toddlers, swings, climbing frame, slide, trampoline. There is a menagerie of pigs, goats, pet lambs, cats, dog, hens and dairy cows for the children to enjoy. Blue Flag Marina and beaches and golf-(2 miles. Please click on cottage pool photograph for details. We have a 7 person cottage available due to a last minute cancellation. Available 2-9th of August.

holiday cottages  01758 612 536 , 
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Pembrokeshire Ploughmans Cottage

A 4* three bedroom cottage situated within an award winning holiday village in St Florence, near Tenby. Visitors enjoy shared use of an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, solarium, gymnasium, outdoor tennis court, crazy golf, childrens play area. One of two stylish contemporary 4* holiday cottages sleeping up to 6 in an award winning holiday village in St Florence near Tenby. Shared amenities include a private indoor swimming pool, sauna, solarium, gymnasium, table tennis room, outdoor tennis court, childrens play area, crazy golf. Guests can enjoy extensive communal gardens with bbqs and seating. Newly refurbished and decorated in 2007 with leather sofas and wooden floors. In addition to Ploughmans Cottage are one other three bedroom cottage and a six bedroom house on the same site. Sleeps up to 24 in total. www.ivytowercottages.co.uk

holiday cottages  01291672071 , 07725314944
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Pembrokeshire Ivy Tower House

A stylish, contemporary 4* cottage sleeping up to 12 and situated in an award winning holiday village in St Florence near Tenby.   Visitors can enjoy shared use of several private amenities including an indoor swimming pool, sauna, solarium, gymnasium, table tennis room, outdoor tennis court, childrens play area and crazy golf. A stylish contemporary 4* holiday cottage sleeping up to 12 in an award winning holiday village in St Florence near Tenby. Shared amenities include a private indoor swimming pool, sauna, solarium, gymnasium, table tennis room, outdoor tennis court, childrens play area, crazy golf. Guests can enjoy extensive communal gardens with bbqs and seating. Newly refurbished and decorated in 2007 with leather sofas and wooden floors. Two other three bedroom cottages available sleeping a total of 24. www.ivytowercottages.co.uk

holiday cottages  01291672071 , 07725314944
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Pembrokeshire Saddlers Cottage

A stylish contemporary 4* three bedroom cottage situated within the award winning Ivy Tower Village in St Florence. The house enjoys shared use of an indoor swimming pool, sauna and solarium, outdoor tennis court, childrens play area and crazy golf. A stylish contemporary 4* holiday cottage sleeping up to 6 in an award winning holiday village in St Florence near Tenby. Shared amenities include a private indoor swimming pool, sauna, solarium, gymnasium, table tennis room, outdoor tennis court, childrens play area, crazy golf. Guests can enjoy extensive communal gardens with bbqs and seating. Newly refurbished and decorated in 2007 with leather sofas and wooden floors. In addition to Saddlers Cottage are a further three bedroom cottage and a six bedroom house accommodating up to 24 in total. www.ivytowercottages.co.uk

holiday cottages  01291672071 , 07725314944
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