The following country cottages, holiday cottages, houses and large mansions all have inglenooks for cosy evenings and character.
Accommodation in England
Derbyshire
Hillside Croft
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.
3 Stone cottages graded 4/5 Stars around a private courtyard in the centre of the highly acclaimed village of Hartington, near Buxton, offering seclusion and peace. The historic cottages can sleep from 2-6 people, and offer luxury with a country feel; inglenook fireplaces and multitudes of ancient exposed beams. Hartington is one of the most highly regarded villages in the Peak, famous for its creamery with shop selling genuine Stilton and other cheeses, geese pond, hall and fine old stone buildings. Welcome pack on arrival.
In the heart of the Blackdown Hills, tucked away down Devon lanes, lies the tiny hamlet of Madford. A charming cobbled path leads to the front door of Windover Farm Cottage which is over-arched with fragrant honeysuckle and rose. The cottage is warm and inviting decorated and furnished to an excellent standard. In the summer sit and read on the elevated patio, listen to the wildlife or just soak up the outstanding views over the traditional farmland to Dunkeswell Abbey. In the winter-time snuggle up with a glass of wine in front of the log burner set in the Inglenook fireplace or watch the garden birds and woodpeckers on the feeders scattered around the large garden.
Coombe Cottage is a three bedroom character cottage with beamed ceiling, inglenook fireplace with woodburner and stipped pine floors. The setting is a valley with untouched woodland, through which easy paths lead you onto Dartmoor. 10 minutes from the A38 which means that both Plymouth and the Cathedral City of Exeter are an easy half hour drive.
Lovely, spotlessly clean 2 bedroom 18th C, Devon cottage in the village of Witheridge,7 miles from Tiverton and Soth Molton. New kitchen, bathroom with bath and electric shower, lounge with exposed beams, inglenook, 28in TV & DVD player. The village of Witheridge is on the "Two Moors Way, in between Dartmoor and Exmoor, also within easy driving distance of north Devons beaches and theColeridge Way. We do allow 1 well behaved dog,Please click on image for details. 2 pubs within a 100yd walk, both providing home cooked food. Please check calender for all available weeks.
Enjoy a relaxing holiday on this family run working farm. Ivedon Farmhouse is a large 16th century stone house which has been carefully restored with many traditional features, comfortabe spacious rooms with stunning panoramic views. Set in the Blackdown Hills an area of outstanding natural beauty. Ideally situated for easy access to the coast, Dartmoor, Exmoor, numerous places of interest and a huge variety of attractions. All from this glorious 200 acre stock farm.
SLEEPS 12, INDOOR SWIMMING POOL, 6 BEDROOMS, GAMES ROOM, INDOOR POOL. HEN PARTIES WELCOME
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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.
St Anthony's Cottage nestles in the middle of a beautiful row of traditional cottages in the village of Langton Herring near Weymouth. This period cottage has recently been fully refurbished to provide: 3 double bedrooms sleeping 6 plus cot, bathroom and shower room, comfortable and tasteful rooms, inglenook with wood-burning stove, garden at rear. Langton Herring is a pretty, quiet village just 5 miles from Weymouth. The Fleet lagoon, with views to Chesil Bank (aka Chesil Beach), is a 10 minute walk from the cottages, as is the South West Coastal Path. Whilst the village has no shop, there is a pub that serves food just a cock stride from the cottages! Sunday to Sunday bookings. Short breaks available.
Spring Hall Cottage is a charming 200 year old Grade II listed thatched cottage in the North Essex/South Suffolk borders. Recently refurbished to a very high standard with a new kitchen and bathroom complementing the wealth of exposed beams. There are two separate airconditioned double bedrooms one of which can be made into two single beds if required, the lounge is 23 feet long which features the original inglenook fireplace, the dining room area seats 8 comfortably so you can entertain your family and friends in style. The cottage has an enclosed garden of approximately one third of an acre laid down to lawns and flowerbeds with views overlooking farm land. Well-behaved pets also welcome.
Tythe Barn Cottage, built in 1642 is tucked away in the tranquil North Cotswold village of Ebrington. The cottage is built of traditional Cotswold stone and has a thatched roof and many of the original features, including an inglenook fireplace. It has a double and twin bedroom and can accommodate up to 4 people. The kitchen has a Belfast sink, many cupboards for storage, microwave, electric cooker, washer/dryer. Click on image for more information and interior photographs.
Beautifully restored estate workers cottage in Bourton-on-the-Hill in the Cotswolds, with stunning views of the south facing garden and the Batsford Estate.
Original features of the property have been maintained to provide a warm and welcoming holiday retreat; two inglenook fireplaces,window seats and wooden flooring. The cottage sleeps up to 6 in 3 bedrooms, and is an excellent base for exploring the Cotswolds.
Seek Harmony in beautiful surroundings. Grade II detached cottage with beams, open fire and outdoor hot-tub. Sleeps up to 9 people in 5 bedrooms. Enjoy the magnificent views whilst in the hot-tub at any time of day or night. Gardens on various levels surround the cottage. Weekend and shorts breaks available throughout the year.
An historic 11 bedroom house with stunning grounds of 1 acre, three living rooms, spectacular kitchen, dining room to seat 20, seven shower/bath rooms (4 en-suite), hot tub and games barn. Ideally located in the Heart of England, the Manor House is in the centre of a lovely, peaceful village. Child-friendly and perfect for reunions and corporate exercises. The Manor House can accommodate a maximum of 22 adults in 11 double bedrooms, plus up to 6 children on rollaway beds in parents' rooms. Weekend breaks from £2,000 to £3,000.
Country living at its best where the pace of life is easy ..... A stylish rustic barn in the tiny undiscoved hamlet of Newton St Margarets beautiful in its idyllic simplicity , Great for weekend House Party or snug hideaway for 2 . SLEEPS 2-8....... Special Autumn Breaks from 26th September to include breakfast hamper stuffed with Herefordshires finest foods, a pot of homemade soup and pud , a real log fire ..... combined with the rich earthy tones of Autumn .....the perfect country pad !
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.
This lovely beamed cottage for 2 adjoining our home, is traditionally decorated and furnished to create a warm cosy, cottage atmosphere & stands off a quiet country lane with unspoilt countryside views. There is a well-equipped beamed kitchen with microwave, washer & fridge: beamed lounge with inglenook, woodburning stove and central heating. PURE WATER comes straight from our adjoining cottage bore. 3 night breaks available £180, excl July/August/public hols. All prices are fully inclusive.
This is THE House for your own individual Country House Party.
The Great House itself is large, comfortable, cheerful and atmospheric with loads of character in a wonderful location on the edge of the village and is the perfect place to party with friends and family. The Great House is only 150 yards from the village centre with its church ,shop, post office and pub!
There are ten bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, two lounges, a large dining room, pool room, bar (sorry not stocked), games room with mezzanine, a large farmhouse kitchen, an additional small kitchen, all bundled with atmospheric panelling, beams and cosy inglenooks with woodburners. It is possible to accommodate up to 22 in all for a weekend party with family and friends.
The Great House is situated inside the Exmoor National Park and in the beautiful Avill valley, two miles from the heritage village of Dunster and 3 miles from the coast and four miles from Minehead - Somerset’s major holiday resort.
The Quantocks are hills in Somerset designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Here you will find our 3 self-catering holiday cottages & luxury B&B in a peaceful country setting. The cottages are all 4 star graded and comfortably furnished to provide a relaxing experience. Two of the cottages sleep 4 people, the Garden Wing, overlooking the lovely garden sleeps 2 and is ideal for a romantic break for couples.
A group of four stone-built holiday cottages close to historic Muchelney in Somerset. The location is perfect as a rural retreat and you can bring your dog or even horse. There are plenty of walks and bridleways to easily get out and about to enjoy the countryside. Weekend breaks available.
Old Bridge is a 16th Century Manor House set in one and a half acres of garden and woods, in rural South Somerset. Sleeping a maximum of 12, the house has 6 bedrooms, two dining rooms and two sitting rooms and a large kitchen with 4 oven Aga. There is a tennis court, solar heated pool and is 40 minutes from the South coast. We have no near neighbours and are surrounded by our own farmland, 1 mile from picturesque South Petherton.
9 Park Lane, Southwold. An exquisite double fronted 17th Century fully beamed cottage situated just off South Green in the most prestigious part of Southwold. Tastefully furnished throughout with a charming walled rear garden. Lounge with inglenook, 5 bedrooms, one with en-suite. Fitted kitchen with dishwasher and all essentials. A newly refurbished beach hut situated on the promenade at the end of Victoria Street may also be available for your stay. Availability for Christmas.
Orchard Cottage sleeps 5 (6)
Ideal for 2 couples, this romantic cottage has beautiful interiors and a big Inglenook log fire, it is on the Old Grove Farm in lovely open countryside close to Medieval Lavenha.
We provide bikes for guests to explore the cycle routes which run past the cottage and welcome pets.
Up to 2 dogs welcome by arrangement
Toad Hall (sleeps 10) is a spacious grade II listed timber framed house, complete with inglenook fireplace and a wealth of exposed timbers in its interior. It is well equipped and sleeps 10 comfortably.
Set in two acres of garden in the beautiful Suffolk countryside, it is within two hours drive from London, near the Heritage Coast and the ancient town of Woodbridge on the River Deben with its restaurants, pubs and antique shops. Horse riding is just along the lane and golf, fishing, sailing etc. are a short drive away.
Very pretty 3 bedroom olde worlde thatched cottage near Stoke-by-Nayland in Suffolk. Beautiful Persian carpets and rugs show off the charm of the original features in this lovingly restored cottage. Outside there is a large private back garden sloping down towards the valley. Pet-friendly - dogs welcome.
Up to 2 dogs welcome by arrangement
Availability for July & August
Suffolk Holiday Cottage - 16th Century Thatched House. Sleeps 6 (8) in 3 Double bedrooms,
Large Lounge with separate Dining Room,
Ample Parking. Available for Half term/Easter breaks. Many original features including inglenook open fireplace and beamed throughout.
Large gardens. Availability for New Year.
Foxglove Cottage is situated in the village of Fressingfield. A pretty village close to the Waveney Valley, it has an attractive pub, renowned restaurant, vineyard and an excellent shop. The small market town of Harleston is only minutes away and the coastal resorts of Southwold, Walberswick and Dunwich are about 20 miles away. Framlingham Castle, Wingfield College and gardens, Thornham Walks are all close by. Plenty of fishing and windsurfing are only minutes away. The cottage sleeps up to 4 in 2 bedrooms.
The Old Forge is a beautiful Georgian 2 bedroom cottage refurbished to a very high standard in Redgrave on the Suffolk/Norfolk borders. It sleeps 5 people. There is a lovely cottage garden and conservatory at the back. The cottage is fully equipped for a comfortable stay with dishwasher, Freeview TV, 2 woodburners and all other essentials for a 'home from home'. Bathroom with bath and shower. Excellent location for exploring Suffolk and Norfolk. Lots of availability including May Bank holiday. New Cottage.
The Farmhouse is a recently renovated traditional 5 bedroom 4 bathroom timber framed country residence which offers plenty of room for large families and groups set in a the heart of rural Worcestershire. It can sleep up to 13 people. It has eco-friendly solar panels.
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.
Situated in rural surrounding along side a stream with magnificent views of surrounding hills and open fields, yet just over 1 mile from the historical walled town of Conwy, local beaches and golf course.The cottages have 2 bedrooms. -One Cottage has 2 Double beds and the other has a Double and a single , perfect for couples or a couple with one child or friend. The bedrooms have beautifully romantic pure Egyptian cotton sheets and deep duvets to dream and relax in. Pet-friendly by arrangement only.
Gogarth Hall Farm holidays are set within the Snowdonia National Park and offer three WTB rated five star self-catering cottages, a five star farmhouse, a caravan and bed and breakfast at the Hall. The area offers peace and tranquillity that is rich in wild life and is a haven for rare birds. Our farm is situated in the county of Meirionethshire, the most southern point of the park opening out onto Cardigan Bay.
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