{"id":692,"date":"2017-02-20T12:38:31","date_gmt":"2017-02-20T12:38:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/articles\/?p=692"},"modified":"2017-07-19T15:48:09","modified_gmt":"2017-07-19T15:48:09","slug":"holiday-in-the-uk-easter-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/blog\/holiday-in-the-uk-easter-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"Holiday in the UK Easter 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_696\" style=\"width: 387px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/daffodils.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-696\" class=\" wp-image-696\" src=\"https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/daffodils.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Daffodils\" width=\"377\" height=\"259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/daffodils.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/daffodils-300x206.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 377px) 100vw, 377px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-696\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Spring Daffodils<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If you didn&#8217;t manage to get away for Half Term you might be planning a break for Easter and thinking about possible destinations for your self-catering getaway in beautiful Britain.\u00a0 There are some great reasons to choose the UK as the destination for your Easter getaway and a great range of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/Accommodation_for_the_Easter_Holidays.htm\">cottages available for Easter<\/a><\/strong> to choose from.<\/p>\n<h2>Great Reasons to Holiday in the UK this Easter<\/h2>\n<p>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>No uncertainties about currency exchange rates<\/strong> &#8211; With fluctuations in currency exchange rates and uncertainty about what the pound will buy you if you choose to go abroad it&#8217;s no surprise that 2017 may truly be the year of the Staycation.\u00a0\u00a0 Rent a holiday home in the UK and benefit from the certainty that you know what you&#8217;ll be paying for your cottage and won&#8217;t be likely to get caught out by any nasty exchange rate changes.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>Love that Home from Home Feel<\/strong> &#8211; Britain has lots to offer in terms of home comforts, particularly for those of us born and bred in the UK, there really is no place like home in some ways.\u00a0 Choose to rent a holiday home in the UK and you can enjoy that reassuring feel of renting a home from home, where you can go in to the local pub without language or cultural barriers and feel the reassurance and ease that comes with that.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>Appreciate Home Comforts on a Holiday in the UK<\/strong>\u00a0 Plus for all those picky eaters out there, you get to eat your favourite foods whilst away too, just do your shop before your break (or liaise with the holiday home owner and arrange a food delivery for when you&#8217;ll be away) or head to the local supermarket on arrival.\u00a0 With a stay in the UK there is no need to fill your suitcase with all those essentials like &#8220;proper tea&#8221;, Heinz ketchup or any of your other favourite comfort foods.<\/p>\n<h2>Take your Dog on Holiday Too!<\/h2>\n<p>Holiday within the UK and one great advantage is no passport controls and the chance to take your pet dog away too.\u00a0 Country Cottages Online feature a great choice of pet-friendly holiday cottages where you and your canine companion will be made to feel very welcome.\u00a0 So taking a staycation break this Easter you won&#8217;t need to worry about or pine for your much loved four-legged family member whilst you&#8217;re away as they can enjoy a holiday too!<\/p>\n<h2>Choose the UK Destination that Suits you Best this Easter<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_518\" style=\"width: 429px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/newforestcyclists.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-518\" class=\" wp-image-518\" src=\"https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/newforestcyclists.jpg\" alt=\"England's Stunning Countryside\" width=\"419\" height=\"349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/newforestcyclists.jpg 486w, https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/newforestcyclists-300x250.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 419px) 100vw, 419px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-518\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">England&#8217;s Stunning Countryside<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Whether you choose to holiday in Scotland, England, Wales or Ireland, each part of the UK has its own unique character and appeal.\u00a0 Regions within these countries can also be very different and offer completely different scenery and experiences depending on where you choose to visit. Common to all is a rich history and the choice to spend time in the countryside or coast.\u00a0 For remote holidays where you can head off in to wild untouched landscapes and enjoy wildlife watching at its best, Scotland and Ireland tend to be the best choices, whereas England and Wales offer their own unique appeal, along with the added convenience of proximity, particularly for Londoners and those based around the South East of England.\u00a0 For ideas and inspiration on which area of the UK to holiday in this Easter, read through our Area Guides.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Choose the Facilities in a Cottage that Suit you Best<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_681\" style=\"width: 432px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Coatbarnsomerset.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-681\" class=\" wp-image-681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Coatbarnsomerset.jpg\" alt=\"A cottage with pool\" width=\"422\" height=\"317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Coatbarnsomerset.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Coatbarnsomerset-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Coatbarnsomerset-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.countrycottagesonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Coatbarnsomerset-624x468.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 422px) 100vw, 422px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-681\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A cottage with pool<\/p><\/div>\n<p>For some people, breaks are all about exploring the great outdoors and spending time discovering a new area and the emphasis is on finding good value budget self-catering accommodation.\u00a0 Whereas for others, it is most important to kick back, relax and unwind in luxurious accommodation.\u00a0 Options like cottages with hot tubs or cottages with swimming pools are popular choices for travellers looking to truly relax on holiday.\u00a0 If you are looking to book a cottage for Easter with leisure facilities, booking early is recommended as these properties are popular and tend to book up quickly.<\/p>\n<p>Wherever you opt to take a break in Britain this Easter, we hope you have a fabulous cottage holiday in the UK.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"border-radius: 2px; 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