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The Manor House, Shropshire, from the outside

Games Room at The Manor House, Shropshire

Farmhouse style kitchen at The Manor House, Shropshire

Dining room at The Manor House, Shropshire

Family bathroom at The Manor House, Shropshire

Ensuite bathroom at The Manor House, Shropshire

Patio area at The Manor House, Shropshire

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Outdoor games area at The Manor House, Shropshire

Children’s play area at The Manor House, Shropshire

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The Manor House,

Ludlow, Shropshire, England

sleeps 13

6 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Spacious high quality 6 bedroom holiday house near Ludlow with games room with pool table and air hockey plus grass tennis court, private 6-hole golf course, children's play area with swings, slide, a trampoline, rope swing and zip wire, tree house, Wendy House and extensive gardens.

5 (1 reviews)

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £1850

Next available: 07 May - 7 nights

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Private Hot Tub at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire, from the outside

Lounge at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

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Lake view at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

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Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5,

Balloch, Dunbartonshire, Scotland

sleeps 10

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 4)

family friendly

Ideal 4 bedroom escape in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, close to Balloch, pet-friendly and with an inviting private hot tub and country views.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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7 nights from £1750

Next available: 17 May - 5 nights

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Farmhouse style kitchen at Old Hundredth, Devon

Ensuite bathroom at Old Hundredth, Devon

Open plan living area at Old Hundredth, Devon

Countryside views at Old Hundredth, Devon

Coastal scenes near Old Hundredth, Devon

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Old Hundredth,

Kingsbridge, Devon, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Situated in the South Devon AONB, this charming character cottage with exposed beams, open stone fireplace and secluded country garden is conveniently close to the unspoilt Devon coastline and tranquil countryside.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £550

Next available: 09 May - 7 nights

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Patio area at Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire

Well equipped kitchen at Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire

Kitchen/diner at Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire

Lounge at Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire

Open plan living area at Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire

Games Room at Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire

Countryside views at Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire

Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire, from the outside

Countryside near Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire

Bedroom at Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire

National landscape near Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire

Surrounding area near Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire

Garden at Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire

Garden furniture at Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room, Herefordshire

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Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room,

Checkley, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 11

5 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

accessible

Superb high quality 5 bedroom holiday house with luxurious interior and games room with pool table and table tennis just 15 minutes’ drive from the beautiful town of Hereford (three of the five bedrooms have ensuite facilities and one of these ensuite bedrooms is on the ground floor and may suit a couple who want to avoid stairs).

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £1785

Next available: 10 May - 7 nights

Special Offer: 06 May - 3 nights

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Luxury kitchen at Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning, Herefordshire

Lounge at Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning, Herefordshire

Farmhouse style kitchen at Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning, Herefordshire

Kitchen/diner at Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning, Herefordshire

Shower room at Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning, Herefordshire

Countryside near Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning, Herefordshire

Bedroom at Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning, Herefordshire

Family bathroom at Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning, Herefordshire

Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning, Herefordshire, from the outside

Garden furniture at Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning, Herefordshire

Surrounding area near Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning, Herefordshire

Garden at Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning, Herefordshire

Patio area at Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning, Herefordshire

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Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning,

Hereford, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

5 star rated gold award winning luxury cottage with a traditonal yet modern feel set in rolling countryside with private enclosed gardens and amazing views over rural farmland yet just 15 minutes' drive from Hereford.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £1319

Next available: 10 May - 5 nights

Special Offer: 06 May - 7 nights

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Countryside views at Cae Madog Barn, Powys

Family bathroom at Cae Madog Barn, Powys

Ensuite bathroom at Cae Madog Barn, Powys

Farmhouse style kitchen at Cae Madog Barn, Powys

Private Hot Tub at Cae Madog Barn, Powys

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Cae Madog Barn,

Bont Dolgadfan, Powys, Wales

sleeps 17

8 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 4)

family friendly

Luxurious large barn conversion in mid Wales with stunning country views out to the Cambrian mountains, private heated outdoor swimming pool, sauna and games room, ideal for families and groups of friends.

5 (5 reviews)

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £2750

Next available: 11 May - 7 nights

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Private Hot Tub at Cefn-nant Lodge, Powys

Cefn-nant Lodge, Powys, from the outside

Countryside views at Cefn-nant Lodge, Powys

Enclosed garden at Cefn-nant Lodge, Powys

Family-Friendly

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Cefn-nant Lodge,

Knighton, Powys, Wales

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Two bedroom log cabin for adults only with stunning country views, large decked area and outdoor private hot tub, perfect for a relaxing rural retreat holiday on a tranquil farm location (with fishing ponds on site).

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £420

Next available: 08 May - 7 nights

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Owl Lodge,

Bodmin, Cornwall, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Three bedroom two bathroom no pets holiday lodge with stunning valley views, and onsite fishing along the River Fowey, just half an hour’s drive from the Polperro coast.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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7 nights from £850

Next available: 07 May - 4 nights

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Open plan living area at Partridge, Suffolk

Children’s play area at Partridge, Suffolk

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Partridge,

Beccles, Suffolk, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Luxurious romantic barn conversion on a farm, just outside of the Norfolk Broads, with tranquil country views and excellent onsite leisure facilities.

Part of a cottage complex: 5 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 26 people)

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £715

Next available: 15 May - 7 nights

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Barn Owl Cottage, Lincolnshire, from the outside

Countryside views at Barn Owl Cottage, Lincolnshire

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Shower room at Barn Owl Cottage, Lincolnshire

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Open plan living area at Barn Owl Cottage, Lincolnshire

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Barn Owl Cottage,

New Bolingbroke, Lincolnshire, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Charming, high quality one bedroomed barn conversion in an idyllic rural location with woodburning stove and pet friendly enclosed garden for those wanting a relaxing and peaceful holiday.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £399

Next available: 17 Jun - 4 nights

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Private Swimming Pool at Courtyard Cottage, Herefordshire

Courtyard Cottage, Herefordshire, from the outside

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Family bathroom at Courtyard Cottage, Herefordshire

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Courtyard Cottage,

Pudleston, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Luxurious and welcoming 4 bedroom 3 bathroom holiday cottage with private 6-seater hot tub and access to a private swimming pool onsite, set on a country estate, just 6 miles from Leominster.

Part of a cottage complex: 4 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 34 people)

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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7 nights from £6720

Next available: 24 Jun - 7 nights

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Outdoor swimming pool at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Main House at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Lounge at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

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Well equipped kitchen at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

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Family bathroom at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Outdoor games area at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Indoor swimming pool at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Patio area at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Garden at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

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The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams,

Modbury, Devon, England

sleeps 5

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

No pets

family friendly

Luxurious 5 star rated 2 bedroom holiday apartment located on the Colmer Estate in Devon where the excellent shared leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, an outdoor pool, fishing lake, gym and extensive gardens.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

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7 nights from £850

Next available: 07 May - 4 nights

Special Offer: 06 May - 7 nights

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Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area, Shropshire, from the outside

Dining room at Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area, Shropshire

Private Swimming Pool at Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area, Shropshire

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Children’s play area at Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area, Shropshire

Outdoor games area at Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area, Shropshire

Patio area at Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area, Shropshire

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Lake view at Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area, Shropshire

Garden furniture at Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area, Shropshire

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Dogs welcome at Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area, Shropshire

Countryside near Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area, Shropshire

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Drawing room at Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area, Shropshire

Countryside views at Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area, Shropshire

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Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area,

Whitchurch, Shropshire, England

sleeps 16

9 bedrooms

7 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Located in the beautiful Shropshire countryside, Buttercups & Hayloft is a wonderful combination sleeping 16 across two quality cottages and can comfortably dine 16 guests at one long dining table located in Buttercups.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £2295

Next available: 07 May - 7 nights

Special Offer: 15 May - 3 nights

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Weathervane Cottage, Devon, from the outside

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Countryside near Weathervane Cottage, Devon

Coastal scenes near Weathervane Cottage, Devon

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Weathervane Cottage,

Honiton, Devon, England

sleeps 5

3 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Three bedroom character cottage, both family-friendly and pet-friendly, with own garden in a peaceful location by the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the Jurassic coast just a short drive away.

Part of a cottage complex: 4 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 14 people)

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £550

Next available: 12 May - 3 nights

Special Offer: 23 May - 7 nights

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Patio area at Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

Lounge at Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

Bedroom at Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

Kitchen/diner at Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

Shower room at Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

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Countryside near Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

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Granary Cottage,

Pickering near Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Idyllic family-friendly and dog-friendly country cottage (all ground floor accommodation), located next to stunning Yorkshire countryside, well located for taking day trips to the North York Moors National Park and the stunning Yorkshire coastline.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £650

Next available: 15 May - 7 nights

Special Offer: 15 May - 3 nights

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Try a few days holiday in the country and discover the beautiful landscapes of Britain. So many people follow the sun and have never experienced our own rural paradise.

One way to discover some of the most picturesque rural areas is to book weekend breaks in holiday cottages in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. These rural regions have been recognised as especially scenic – places where you will find plenty to admire. You could have the most delicious weekend soaking up the scenery, rambles or cycling down country lanes, afternoon tea in a tea-shop and dining in style at a good food country pub.

Each of the country cottages displayed is available for weekend breaks most of the time with perhaps the exclusion of school summer holidays, Christmas and New Year. Even then, it is worth checking availability because there may have been a cancellation which leaves an opportunity for a weekend break. The usual booking period for weekend breaks is after 4pm on a Friday afternoon until 10am on a Monday. Two night breaks may also be available.

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Explore Britain's rural paradise with a short break cottage holiday

The Manor House,

Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5,

Old Hundredth,

Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room,

Little Canwood House, Sleeps 7+1, 5* Gold Award Winning,

Cae Madog Barn,

Cefn-nant Lodge,

Owl Lodge,

Partridge,

Barn Owl Cottage,

Courtyard Cottage,

The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams,

Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area,

Weathervane Cottage,

Granary Cottage,