country cottages and self-catering holiday cottages holiday cottages self-catering cottages self-catering cottages self-catering holiday cottages

County Cottages home page

holiday cottages uk
self-catering cottages

Luxury Self-catering country cottages and holiday accommodation in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales


Welcome to Country Cottages Online - a directory of self-catering holiday cottages in Britain and Ireland

self-catering country cottages
self-catering holiday cottages holiday cottages

Home

Advertise

Pet-friendly cottages

Luxury cottages
 
Cottages England
Cottages Ireland
Cottages Scotland
Cottages Wales
 
 
 

 

Quick Browse
England
Ireland
Scotland
Wales
Site Map
self-catering cottages  

A self-catering holiday cottage with a four poster bed

If your idea of a perfect self-catering holiday or weekend break incudes a four poster bed to dream on then do take a look at the cottages listed below to see if there is anything to inspire. Bookmark it for a later date if dreams are all you currently have.

Accommodation in England

Devon Longcombe Cottage Holidays

6 superior quality character cottages of varying sizes (sleep 2-8 people). Set in a stunning valley in the heart of South Devon, yet close to many beaches, towns and attractions. Owner run to a very high standard with attention to detail. Some four poster beds and some cottages are dog friendly, all are non smoking and all have freeview TV. Longcombe Cottages near Totnes, Devon. 6 superior quality character cottages and serviced suites of varying sizes, set in a stunning valley in South Devon, (sleep 2-8 people). On-site leisure facilities include: indoor heated swimming pool and sauna, outdoor full size hard-surface tennis court, indoor games room, trampoline, outdoor children’s play area. All cottages are decorated, furnished and equipped to the highest standards and have freeview TV. Please click on the link on the image to our own website for full details on each cottage, our leisure facilities and location.

holiday cottages  +44 (0) 1803 863 762 , 
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Devon Patchole Manor

Luxury self catering. On the edge of Exmoor and yet only minutes from Combe Martin on the North Devon Coast. Patchole Manor is unique. With four spacious ensuite double rooms, with a gracious drawing room and dining room and large family kitchen. Situated on the western edge of Exmoor, Kentisbury is an ideal base from which to explore the many attractions. Patchole Manor is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom luxury property that sleeps 8 people. Four poster bed. BBQ. Internet Access available. Marvel at the spectacular scenery including the two headlands of Great and Little Hangman.  Discover small secluded bays, enjoy the south west coast path or join the Tarka Trail. Enjoy quaint tea shops or Restaurants. 3 day breaks welcome. Visits are designed especially for you, so whether you wish to plan for a celebration weekend with champagne and flowers on arrival; or a gourmet feast for family and friends; every effort will be made to meet your specific needs. Call Lesley on 01271 882323 to discuss your requirements.

holiday cottages  01271 882 323  , 07929 511 589
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Dorset Bakers Mill Farm Holiday Cottages

Bakers Mill Farm is a 17th century working farm situated in the beautiful, tranquil Axe valley, surrounded by the rolling hills and picturesque villages of West Dorset, perfect for a relaxing retreat. Bakers Mill Farm is a 17th century working farm nestling amongst the rolling hills of the Axe valley in West Dorset. The recently renovated Grade II listed stone barn and 4 terraced cottages have a distinctive cottage feel in their courtyard setting with games room, laundry and stables for your own horse. Our barn sleeps 6 and the cottages sleep 2/3. Cot available. Pets welcome.

holiday cottages  01872 261525 , 023 802 93353
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Gloucestershire Swan House

Swan House is a luxuriously furnished house in the prettiest valley in the Cotswolds set in two acres with lake and river frontage, and has its own spring fed trout lake. It is a Grade II listed country house, originally dating from the mid 17th century, and situated in the charming `secret` village of Winson in the Coln Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Coln Valley is reputedly the loveliest in the Cotswolds and Winson is one of the prettiest villages in it. 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.

holiday cottages  020 8995 9072 , 07919 155433
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Gloucestershire Fairlie

A charming period stone property situated in the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' - Bourton-on-the-Water. The cottage is located on the banks of the River Windrush, in the heart of the village. This delightful cottage boasts a wealth of character and benefits from generously proportioned rooms all beautifully furnished. Period features within the property include stone mullion leaded windows, fireplaces and original stone flagstones in the hall. Charming Period stone cottage located on the banks of the River Windrush in the centre of the 'Venice of the Cotswolds'. Delightfully furnished rooms which are light and spacious, many of which overlook the River. Garden and Parking for 3 cars. Short breaks (in low season) and pets welcome.

holiday cottages  01959 569096 , 
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

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 New Year 2008 and 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 L’Occitaine toiletries. Welcome hamper and wine greet you on arrival. New to the market. Availability for Christmas, New Year 2008 and Cheltenham Gold Cup week 2009. hen parties welcome.

holiday cottages  01453 843 605  ,  07999861892
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Leicestershire Mill House Holiday Cottages

Mill House Holiday Cottages are set in the midst of unspoilt countryside, rolling farmland, wild flower meadows, numerous quiet country roads and green lanes and footpaths in Lincolnshire, near Grantham. Mill House Holiday Cottages are set in the midst of unspoilt countryside, rolling farmland, wild flower meadows, numerous quiet country roads and green lanes and footpaths in Lincolnshire, near Grantham. There are 2 pubs within walking distance that serve good food. WiFi Broadband Internet access in all cottages. Woodburners, inglenooks, beams, roll top baths and four poster beds for romantic breaks. Hot tub. Welcome pack with a bottle of wine and chocolates. Up to 2 to 3 dogs welcome by arrangement.

holiday cottages  +44 (0)1476 870 797 , 
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Somerset Gerbestone Manor

Gerbestone Manor is a 13th Century Manor house with extensive grounds, set in the lush rolling countryside of rural Somerset.  The house combines original character with modern convenience. There are 12 beautifully appointed bedrooms including some with four poster beds, 2 lounges, a sauna, games room, 9 bath/shower rooms, an ancient oak-panelled dining hall for atmospheric meals, a well-equipped kitchen with an Aga, and enough space for 24 guests to lose themselves. Gerbestone Manor is a 13th Century Manor house with extensive grounds, set in the lush rolling countryside of rural Somerset. The house combines original character with modern convenience. There are 12 beautifully appointed bedrooms including some with four poster beds, 2 lounges, a sauna, games room, 9 bath/shower rooms, an exquisite ancient oak-panelled dining hall for atmospheric meals, a well-equipped kitchen and enough space for 24 guests to lose themselves. The gardens surrounding the house offer  a tennis court, a koi pond, herb garden, walled garden, rose-filled courtyards. Private swimming pool - heated outdoor pool (May-September),and endless walks and lawns. Book ahead for next year and treat yourselves to something special.

holiday cottages  0870 7524501 , 07790 541083
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Suffolk Read Hall Cottage

Read Hall Cottage is situated within the beautiful grounds of a moated and listed 15c medieval hall in a tranquil, unspoilt setting, surrounded by several hundred acres of open farmland and set back half a mile from the road. It is ideally positioned for those wishing to explore Suffolk. Set in a tranquil, peaceful, unspoilt setting near a beautiful 15c medieval hall with stunning gardens and grounds � Five star luxury accommodation, very tastefully furnished and well equipped, with its own hot tub. Beautiful fire place with cast iron stove and contemporary oak four poster bed. Organic linen, towels and SPA robes and environmentally friendly cleaning products and bath/shower products.


holiday cottages  01449 711 366 , 07753 744499
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Suffolk Windmill Lodges

Windmill Lodges luxury log cabins are nestled in beautiful countryside around our small private fishing lake. Boasting a peaceful location with working Windmill and local pub within walking distance, yet minutes from pretty market towns, the coast and places of interest. Luxury log cabins set in beautiful Suffolk countryside around our small fishing lake. Our lodges are furnished to a high standard, each with private outdoor hot tub. Guests have use of covered, heated pool and fishing lake. Close to the coast and many top attractions. Open all year.

holiday cottages  01728 685338 , 07879023403
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Suffolk Mint Cottage

Mint Cottage is a fabulous old Weavers Cottage in a beautiful tiny village. It sleeps a couple in luxury. The Historic Building dates from the 16th century and is located in the tiny historic village of Lavenham. This village is a truly amazing place to visit and is probably the last unspoilt medieval village in England Mint Cottage is a fabulous old Weavers Cottage with many period features and a magnificent Four Poster Bed and lovely mature garden. The Historic Building dates from the 16th century and is located in the tiny historic village of Lavenham. This village is a truly amazing place to visit and is probably the last unspoilt medieval village in England.

holiday cottages  01787 211 115 , 
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Yorkshire The Old Dairy

Located in the farming hamlet of Helperthorpe set in the Great Wold valley, featured in the BBC Time Machine Programme.  Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, it is central for the coastal towns of Bridlington, Filey, Scarborough and Whitby to the east, twenty minutes north is Pickering and the North Yorkshire Moors.  To the west is the historic city of York, and close by to the south is Driffield and Beverly. The Old Dairy is set in the Great Wold Valley, North Yorkshire - an area of outstanding natural beauty. The 4 star ETC self-catering cottage can accommodate 2-4 people in a double bedroom with a 4 poster bed, and a twin bedroom. There’s a smart living room with kitchen facilities. Full central heating. Barbecue and patio furniture. The price includes all linen, heating and electricity. The location is central for the coastal towns of Bridlington, Filey, Scarborough and Whitby to the east, twenty minutes north is Pickering and the North Yorkshire Moors. To the west is the historic city of York, and close by to the south is Driffield and Beverly.

holiday cottages  01944 738 613 , 
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Yorkshire Smithy Cottage

Welcome to Smithy cottage, a charming and unique 200 year old lovingly restored former village blacksmiths. Set in the small rural hamlet of Grindale, the cottage  is ideally situated for exploring the Yorkshire Heritage coast.    Welcome to Smithy cottage, a charming and unique 200 year old former village blacksmiths set in the small rural hamlet of Grindale close to the Yorkshire Heritage coast. This detached spacious 4 star rated cottage boasts a large inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove, period features, and a four poster bed. Perfect for a romantic retreat or family holiday. Pets welcome.

holiday cottages  01904 448933 , 
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Yorkshire Higher Scholes Cottage

Higher Scholes Cottage is set in a beautiful location commanding stunning views of the famous Wuthering Heights Moors.  This Visit Britain 5 Star cottage and twice finalist in the White Rose Awards for excellence is the ultimate in luxury.   The bespoke kitchen is fully equipped to an extremely high standard there is no better place to enjoy those leisurely breakfast with family and friends.   There is a separate fully equipped utility room.Take a tour of the cottage to appreciate beautiful interiors and stunning setting on the north Yorkshire Moors. Luxurious 2 bedroom 5 star country cottage with hot tub, stunning views of the famous Wuthering Heights Moors. The cottage offers the ultimate in luxury. The bespoke kitchen is fully equipped to an extremely high standard there is no better place to enjoy those leisurely breakfast with family and friends. The heart of the lounge is the wood burning stove, sit back in the sumptuous sofas and relax in this beautifully coordinated room, enhanced with those little extra finishing touches that make our cottage really special with wine and strawberries waiting for you on your arrival, a perfect start to your stay with us. Click on photo to read more about this luxury cottage.

holiday cottages  01535 646 793 , 0788 1657 337
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Accommodation in Wales

Powys Glanhenwye

Glanhenwye is situated near Hay, the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons in the tranquil Wye Valley. The main house shares a cobbled courtyard with Yellowdrama, Jessica and Margaux Rose. Glanhenwye is set in five acres of grounds providing space and privacy for each cottage. The surrounding area offers beautiful views of the fields, mountains and the river Wye with excellent walks and outdoor activities available in the area. There are many excellent restaurants and pubs nearby and the quaint market town of Hay has bookstores, boutiques, art and antique shops amongst the village stores. Three, comfortable five star cottages recently converted from grade two listed stone hayloft, mangers and stables. All cottages are spacious, the beds are large and exposed beams, open fires and log burners, under floor heating, garden terraces and no chintz make this a very nice place to come and stay. Great for walks in the Brecon Beacons, abundant wildlife, good pubs. B&B room available in the main house to provide additional accommodation when required. We also organize and plan marquee receptions, weddings and balls at Glanhenwye but only when all cottages are reserved by the party.

holiday cottages  01497 847 678 , 
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

Powys Craig y Nos Farmhouse

Craig y Nos is a beautiful 16th Century Farmhouse. The earliest parts of the farmhouse date from pre-1700, with later additions through Georgian and Victorian times.  

The farmhouse is set in 21 acres of land, 1/2 mile from Craig Y Nos Castle, and can accommodate up to 8 people. Craig y Nos is a beautiful 16th Century Farmhouse that sleeps up to 8 people. The earliest parts of the farmhouse date from pre-1700, with later additions through Georgian and Victorian times. Four poster bed and inglenook fireplace. The farmhouse is set in 21 acres of land, 1/2 mile from Craig Y Nos Castle, there are uninterrupted views of the countryside, with a stream, waterfall and wooded areas within the grounds, to walk and explore. Fishing on the river Tawe. Explore the Brecon Beacons.

holiday cottages  01639 730205 , 
holiday cottages online   Click here to email owner

self-catering cottage holidays


Luxury cottages

cottages country cottages cottages England Ireland Scotland Wales luxury self-catering self-catering cottages