Cottages in rural locations where you can spot wildlife and enjoy nature on your self-catering holiday

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115 rental properties match your search for Cottages in rural locations for wildlife watching

Portman House,

Pylle, Somerset, England
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: 23 Mar - 4 nights
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The Cowshed,

Appleby Magna, Leicestershire, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

High quality no pets single-storey barn conversion with idyllic country views set in rural Leicestershire, close to Ashby-de-la-Zouch (can be rented as either a 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom property).

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 16 people)
ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £755
Next available: 23 Mar - 4 nights
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Lydeard Farm Bush Camp and Lodge Group Accommodation,

Broomfield, Somerset, England
sleeps  56 sleeps 56
13 bedrooms 13 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Large group accommodation lodges in beautiful Quantock Hills area of Somerset, sleeping up to 30 guests in total, sociable communal spaces with BBQ and camp fire to, set in Quantock Hills.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
microwave in kitchenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQParkinggarden
7 nights from £3822
Next available: 30 Mar - 4 nights
Family-Friendly
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Stanway House,

Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, England
sleeps  18 sleeps 18
8 bedrooms 8 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Lovely large stone-built holiday cottage with 8 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms and country views, ideal for large groups of friends or family, with a lovely rural location only 2 miles from Stow-on-the-Wold in the Cotswolds.

Part of a cottage complex: 2 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 34 people)
ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomtennis courtfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £1590
Next available: 14 Aug - 7 nights
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Garden Bank,

Kelso, Borders, Scotland
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Stylish pet-friendly 2 bedroom rural retreat with lush country views out to the Tweed valley, set on an organic farm in the Scottish Borders, only around 3 miles from Kelso.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchentennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £500
Next available: 24 Mar - 3 nights
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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: 21 Mar - 7 nights
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The Fishing Lodge,

Sydling St Nicholas, Dorset, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Idyllic 2 bedroom hideaway set by Sydling Brook and Langford Lake within Dorset's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, relax and unwind in this tranquil setting or enjoy fishing on site.

ground floor bedroom lake views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenfireplaceBBQParking
7 nights from £800
Next available: 21 Mar - 6 nights
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Old Coach House,

Aldwark, Derbyshire, England
sleeps  7 sleeps 7
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
  unlimited  dogs welcome  unlimited dogs welcome
cat friendly cat friendly

Searching for a family cottage in the Peak District National Park? This charming pet-friendly cottage is ideal for family holidays, enjoys an idyllic setting next to fields and should be a hit with the kids with a garden with swings and sandpit where the children can play.

5 (1 reviews)
ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQParking
7 nights from £240
Next available: 09 May - 5 nights
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Snowdrop Lodge,

Oakham, Rutland, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Luxury log cabin holiday lodges surrounded by woodland in a quiet idyllic setting overlooking water, private hot tubs with each lodge.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottageTVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accesstennis courtfree WifigardenBBQParking
7 nights from £570
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Gatehouse West, Colmer Estate,

Modbury, Devon, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Family-friendly and dog-friendly two bedroom holiday cottage with free access to the fantastic shared facilities at the Colmer Estate which include an indoor swimming pool, an outdoor pool, gym, fishing lake, tennis court, children's play area and extensive gardens.

rural viewsnear beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomindoor heated pooltennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £550
Family-Friendly
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Broadway House,

Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, England
sleeps  16 sleeps 16
7 bedrooms 7 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Fantastic large self-catering house which is both family-friendly and dog-friendly, offering a high standard of accommodation as well as countryside views in a rural location just 2 miles from Stow on the Wold in the Cotswolds.

Part of a cottage complex: 2 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 34 people)
ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomtennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £1390
Next available: 11 May - 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

Blaenpant Mansion,

Cardigan, Pembrokeshire, Wales
sleeps  18 sleeps 18
6 bedrooms 6 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Impressive Grade II listed mansion house with an private hot tub, located in extensive gardens close to the Teifi Valley and just a short drive from lovely sandy beaches and the Cardigan Bay coastline, great house for get togethers, special celebrations (hen parties and stag parties welcome) and big family holidays.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £2190
Next available: 22 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
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Balebarn Eco Lodge,

Winkleigh, Devon, England
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
wheelchair accessible accessible

With a huge wrap around veranda, eco-friendly credentials, idyllic views out over a wildlife pond, a tranquil rural setting, as well as a stunning setting nestled next to a 7 acre nature reserve in North Devon, Balebarn Lodge is quirky and unique.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
green award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQfirepitParking
7 nights from £720
Next available: 21 Mar - 7 nights
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cottages

The following cottages are in rural locations where you can spot wildlife and enjoy nature on your self-catering holiday.

Cottage owners will be pleased to tell you about their part of the country, the wildlife, birds and best places and times to spot the ones you're interested in.