Character cottages to rent for self-catering holidays

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96 rental properties match your search for Cottages with Character
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Doves Barn,

Stowmarket, Suffolk, England
sleeps  22 sleeps 22
8 bedrooms 8 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
 3 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

Beautiful large sleeps 22 holiday barn in rural Suffolk close to Needham Market, complete with hot tub, games room, outdoor games and 2 acres of beautiful gardens, ideal for big family gatherings and special celebrations.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £3495
Next available: 20 Mar - 7 nights
Special Offer: 20 Mar - 3 nights
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no booking fee

Waterlake Cottage, Orcheston, nr Stonehenge,

Stonehenge, Wiltshire, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Two bedroom holiday bungalow with beautiful countryside views, set down a country track, just a few miles from Stonehenge.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenfireplaceBBQParking
7 nights from £650
Next available: 20 Mar - 6 nights
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Lower Northcott Farmhouse,

Bude, Cornwall, England
sleeps  17 sleeps 17
9 bedrooms 9 bedrooms
7 bathrooms 7 bathrooms
 4 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 4)
family friendly family friendly

Idyllic holiday farmhouse with two hot tubs, a games room with pool table, a large garden and glorious valley and farmland views, just a short walk from Northcott Mouth beach and within easy reach of the gorgeous coast, ideal for large groups (hen party and stag party friendly), big families and special celebrations.

Part of a cottage complex: 5 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 54 people)
ensuite bedroom(s) sea views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £2500
Next available: 22 Mar - 5 nights
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The Chaffhouse,

Great Sturton, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 4 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 4)
family friendly family friendly

Lovely 2 bedroom dogs welcome and family-friendly barn conversion next to countryside and close to the Lincolnshire Wolds and Lincoln.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 13 people)
panoramic views of unspoiled countryside with meadows near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £300
Next available: 20 Mar - 7 nights
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Gardeners Cottage,

Kington, Herefordshire, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Pretty Herefordshire country cottage for 6 with large secluded gardens.

4.8 (5 reviews)
near local pub historic property
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £670
Next available: 13 Apr - 7 nights
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Higher Burrow Farmhouse,

Kingsbury Episcopi, Somerset, England
sleeps  17 sleeps 17
7 bedrooms 7 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Large 7 bedroom country house with the wow-factor in Somerset, enjoy country views and luxurious spacious accommodation with a country twist, as well as a beautiful garden and 2 private hot tubs outdoors, just 18 miles from Glastonbury.

ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifienclosed gardenParking
7 nights from £3000
Next available: 22 Mar - 5 nights
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All Seasons Cottage Breaks - Corner Cottage,

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

Charming 2 bedroom pet-friendly character cottage in Saxmundham (one small dog welcome), less than 10 miles from Aldeburgh and the Suffolk Heritage Coast.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 10 people)
ground floor bedroom near beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifiPatio Garden
7 nights from £595
Next available: 20 Mar - 3 nights
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The Hideaway,

Rothbury, Northumberland, England
sleeps  10 sleeps 10
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 3 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

Stylish sleeps 9 pet-friendly barn conversion with country views, just outside of Northumberland National Park and with access to onsite tennis court.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchentennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £995
Next available: 23 Mar - 4 nights
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Myrtle House Old Farmhouse and Annexe,

Ilminster, Somerset, England
sleeps  11 sleeps 11
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

4 Bedroom Holiday Farmhouse and 1 Bedroom Annexe, sleeping from 7 to 11 people in homely comfortable accommodation, special access features include a stair-lift in the Farmhouse and wheelchair-wide doorways at the Annexe.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenfireplaceBBQParking
7 nights from £335
Next available: 20 Mar - 7 nights

The Shooting lodge, Wrackleford Estate,

Stratton, Dorset, England
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

An ideal country retreat, this holiday lodge enjoys a fantastic rural setting high within the Dorset Downs and offers characterful accommodation along with fishing on the River Frome nearby.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifigardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £1100
Next available: 20 Mar - 7 nights
Family-Friendly
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Billys Bothy,

Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England
sleeps  16 sleeps 16
6 bedrooms 6 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Large award winning holiday cottage set within landscaped gardens, near the Peak District, sleeps up to 16 plus 2 cots.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accesssaunafree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £2430
Next available: 23 Mar - 4 nights

Glansevin Mansion,

Llangadog, Carmarthenshire, Wales
sleeps  58 sleeps 58
28 bedrooms 28 bedrooms
20 bathrooms 20 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Impressive Georgian Grade II listed large mansion house with a relaxing sauna, outdoor swimming pool and games room, nestled within 5 acres of gardens and grounds by the foothills of the Brecon Beacons, ideal for large groups and special celebrations.

ensuite bedroom(s) garden views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomsaunaoutdoor poolfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £9075
Next available: 26 Mar - 7 nights
No Pets
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The Granary,

Dunsby, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets

Charming 2 bedroom Lincolnshire rural retreat with stunning countryside views, ideal for a relaxing tranquil break.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVmicrowave in kitchenParkinggarden
7 nights from £420

Ravensprings,

Brighouse, West Yorkshire, England
sleeps  23 sleeps 23
8 bedrooms 8 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
 3 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

Impressive 8 bedroom Mansion House with splendid Victorian features offering spacious comfortable accommodation for groups of friends or family, within reach of the Peak District National Park and the fine historical city of York and spa town of Harrogate for days out.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifienclosed gardenfireplaceBBQParking
7 nights from £2450
Family-Friendly
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Hillside Croft,

Biggin, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England
sleeps  16 sleeps 16
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

5 bedroom large holiday house with private hot tub, set on edge of Peak District National Park, close to both Ashbourne and Carsington Water.

ensuite bedroom(s) garden views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £2150
Next available: 06 Apr - 7 nights
* Price quoted is not inclusive of any applicable booking fees or local charges.

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.