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Saxmundham, Suffolk, England
Self-catering
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Charming single-storey 2 bedroom holiday cottage in historic market-town of Saxmundham, just 8 miles from Aldeburgh on the Suffolk Heritage Coast, one small pet dog welcome.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 10 people)
5 (1 reviews)
ground floor bedroom garden views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stove
7 nights from £695
Next available: 21 Dec - 7 nights
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Bude, Cornwall, England
Self-catering
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
3 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

2 bedroom dog-friendly barn conversion in Bude, with access to onsite swimming pool, tennis court, and own private hot tub.

Part of a cottage complex: 5 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 54 people)
near local pub historic property
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessonsite poolfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £632
Next available: 01 Nov - 7 nights
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Moylgrove, Pembrokeshire, Wales
Self-catering
sleeps 18 sleeps 18
7 bedrooms 7 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
3 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

Large group family-friendly and pet-friendly holiday home with 7 bedrooms, set in over half an acre of gardens and with breathtaking sea views, just a short walk from Ceibwr Bay and the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £2350
Next available: 01 Nov - 7 nights
Special Offer: 23 Dec - 4 nights
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Pylle, Somerset, England
Self-catering
sleeps 16 sleeps 16
8 bedrooms 8 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Large 8 bedroom country house with warm bubbly outdoor hot tub and rural setting, just 11 miles from Glastonbury.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accesssaunawood burning stovefireplaceBBQParkinggarden
7 nights from £4175
Next available: 01 Nov - 4 nights
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Langtoft, East Yorkshire, England
Self-catering
sleeps 15 sleeps 15
6 bedrooms 6 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
4 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 4)
cat friendly cat friendly

Unique 6 bedroom 4 bathroom group accommodation in the Yorkshire Wolds, just 14 miles from Filey and the coast, with games room with pool table, air hockey and darts, inviting outdoor hot tub and fabulous countryside views.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £4900
Next available: 01 Nov - 5 nights
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Matlock, Derbyshire, England
Self-catering
sleeps 12 sleeps 12
6 bedrooms 6 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Large luxury self-catering house in Matlock with lovely views, sleeps up to 12, ideal for big groups, family gatherings and special occasions, and pet-friendly too.

near local pub historic property
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottageTVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplace
7 nights from £1900
Next available: 03 Nov - 7 nights
Special Offer: 06 Nov - 3 nights
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Glastonbury, Somerset, England
Self-catering
sleeps 14 sleeps 14
7 bedrooms 7 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

A unique and historic grade II listed 17th century farmhouse set in 100 acres of rolling countryside, luxuriously renovated yet retaining many of it’s original features such as the stunning inglenook fireplace, with a cinema room and shared access to a spa on site with an indoor swimming pool, sauna and gym, this is a wonderful holiday home.

ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottageTVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accesssaunaonsite heated poolfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplaceParking
7 nights from £3350
Next available: 01 Nov - 5 nights
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Taunton, Somerset, England
Self-catering
sleeps 14 sleeps 14
7 bedrooms 7 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Beautiful thatched self-catering farmhouse with a total of 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms (with 4 bedrooms in the main house and 3 in the annexe) sleeping up to 14 offering stylish and luxurious accommodation combined with beautiful original features, with a fantastic 8 seater private hot tub with wonderful countryside views and a games room, fabulous holiday home for families and groups of friends looking to enjoy a special holiday in the West Country.

ensuite bedroom(s) near beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £2400
Next available: 01 Nov - 7 nights
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Great Sturton, Lincolnshire, England
Self-catering
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
4 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 4)
family friendly family friendly

Charming 2 bedroom pet-friendly converted barn next to the Lincolnshire Wolds and just 40 minutes' drive from Skegness.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 13 people)
countryside views out to meadows near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £250
Next available: 01 Nov - 7 nights
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Bridport, Dorset, England
Self-catering
sleeps 22 sleeps 22
11 bedrooms 11 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Fine country holiday house with 11 bedrooms, set in two and a half acres of gardens in rural Dorset just one mile from the seaside, bookings welcome for weddings, special celebrations, family and group holidays.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over hills
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £5600
Next available: 01 Nov - 5 nights
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Whitchurch, Shropshire, England
Self-catering
sleeps 12 sleeps 12
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Stylish roomy 5 bedroom 3 bathroom barn conversion in rural Shropshire near Whitchurch, with access to excellent onsite leisure facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, a sports court and a play area for toddlers.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenindoor heated pooltennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £1900
Next available: 06 Nov - 4 nights
Special Offer: 30 Dec - 3 nights
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Grayrigg, Cumbria, England
Self-catering
sleeps 10 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Luxurious 5 bedroom stone-built farmhouse, sleeps 10 plus infants, set on a tranquil farm and enjoying an ideal location for exploring both the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £1650
Next available: 01 Nov - 5 nights
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Colwall, Herefordshire, England
Self-catering
sleeps 2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome

Idyllic romantic pet-friendly retreat by the Malvern Hills, just 4 miles from Ledbury, with its own private garden and dog run.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £750
Next available: 01 Nov - 7 nights
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Whitchurch, Shropshire, England
Self-catering
sleeps 10 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
1 dog welcome 1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

5 bedroom barn conversion in rural Shropshire close to Wales/England border, plenty to offer families including access to an indoor swimming pool, multi-sports area, good walks nearby, woodland picnic area, birdwatching area and play area for the under 5s.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenindoor heated pooltennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £1627
Next available: 06 Nov - 4 nights
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Colwall, Herefordshire, England
Self-catering
sleeps 27 sleeps 27
11 bedrooms 11 bedrooms
11 bathrooms 11 bathrooms
4 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 4)
family friendly family friendly

Magnificent 11 bedroom Herefordshire country house set in 6 acres of grounds in the Malvern Hills AONB, next to beautiful countryside, ideal for big group celebrations and weddings.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £8995
Next available: 01 Nov - 7 nights
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This selection of character cottages provide that something different for a self-catering holiday. Many are grade listed cottages with period features or unsual features such as old mill workings. The cottages are all booked directly with independent owners who would love to tell you the story of their old and fascinating cottage.