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

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The Loft ,

Navan, Meath, Ireland

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Welcoming and homely 3 ensuite bedroom holiday cottage in rural setting in the beautiful Boyne Valley, part of Decoy Country Cottages where there is a games room, BBQ area, children’s playground and more, less than an hour’s drive from Dublin.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 19 people)

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £1371

Next available: 22 Jun - 4 nights

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Private Swimming Pool at Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

Kitchen/diner at Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

Lounge at Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

Patio area at Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

Children’s play area at Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

Outdoor games area at Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

Bedroom at Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

Lake view at Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

Surrounding area near Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire, from the outside

Dogs welcome at Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

Countryside near Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

Shared Swimming Pool at Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

BBQ at Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

Garden at Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

Garden furniture at Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area, Shropshire

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Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area,

Whitchurch, Shropshire, England

sleeps 10

6 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Beautiful 5 star rated, 6 bedroom rural barn conversion set on a small complex in the Shropshire countryside, with access to an indoor swimming pool, multi-sport games area and play area for babies and toddlers.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £1711

Next available: 28 Jun - 7 nights

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The Farm Collection, Leicestershire, from the outside

Double bedroom at The Farm Collection, Leicestershire

Lounge at The Farm Collection, Leicestershire

Children's bedroom at The Farm Collection, Leicestershire

Patio area at The Farm Collection, Leicestershire

Farmhouse style kitchen at The Farm Collection, Leicestershire

Kitchen/diner at The Farm Collection, Leicestershire

Super king-size bedroom at The Farm Collection, Leicestershire

Dining room at The Farm Collection, Leicestershire

Countryside near The Farm Collection, Leicestershire

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The Farm Collection,

Appleby Magna, Leicestershire, England

sleeps 22

9 bedrooms

9 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Book this high quality rural retreat group accommodation, sleeping up to 22 people in rural Leicestershire, close to Ashby-de-la-Zouch, complete with function room and additional kitchen for special celebrations and occasions.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £3820

Next available: 22 Jun - 4 nights

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Coastal scenes near Seven Ocean Reach, Devon

Enclosed garden at Seven Ocean Reach, Devon

Seven Ocean Reach, Devon, from the outside

Garden furniture at Seven Ocean Reach, Devon

Open plan living area at Seven Ocean Reach, Devon

Well equipped kitchen at Seven Ocean Reach, Devon

Family bathroom at Seven Ocean Reach, Devon

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Seven Ocean Reach,

Salcombe, Devon, England

sleeps 5

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 4)

cat friendly

Stylish 2 bedroom pet-friendly coastal holiday rental with sea views close to Salcombe, wake up to sea views every day on holiday in beautiful Devon.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 13 people)

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

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7 nights from £699

Next available: 24 Jul - 3 nights

Special Offer: 24 Jul - 3 nights

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Patio area at Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

Dining room at Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

Kitchen/diner at Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

Lounge at Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

Family bathroom at Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

Bedroom at Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

Loo at Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

Shower room at Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

Ensuite bathroom at Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

Countryside near Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

Wet room at Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire, from the outside

Garden at Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

Surrounding area near Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

National landscape near Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room, Herefordshire

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Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room,

Much Marcle, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 10

5 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

accessible

Stylish 5 bedroom 5 bathroom new-build holiday house near the Wye Valley with breathtaking country views out towards the Malvern Hills.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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7 nights from £1600

Next available: 21 Jun - 5 nights

Special Offer: 22 Jun - 4 nights

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Enclosed garden at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Private Hot Tub at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Farmhouse style kitchen at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Cinema room at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Bedroom at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Dining room at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Patio area at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Games Room at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Garden at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Countryside views at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Wet room at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Kitchen/diner at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Trevase Granary, Herefordshire, from the outside

Lounge at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Shower room at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Utility room at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Family bathroom at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Open plan living area at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

Wheelchair accessible accommodation at Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

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Trevase Granary,

Hereford, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 18

8 bedrooms

8 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Choose from two award winning 5 star rated luxury barn conversions, each sleeping up to 18 guests, close to the Wye Valley and with stunning countryside views, a private garden, games room and hot tub for relaxing holidays.

5 (5 reviews)

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £3495

Next available: 29 Jun - 4 nights

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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

Surrounding area near The Manor House, Shropshire

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

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7 nights from £1850

Next available: 29 Jun - 7 nights

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Stable Cottage, Warwickshire, from the outside

Private Swimming Pool at Stable Cottage, Warwickshire

Games Room at Stable Cottage, Warwickshire

Kitchen/diner at Stable Cottage, Warwickshire

Family bathroom at Stable Cottage, Warwickshire

Countryside views at Stable Cottage, Warwickshire

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Stable Cottage,

Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

No pets

family friendly

2 bedroom rural retreat with country views, private indoor pool access, games room and private courtyard, set on a working farm just 5 miles from the English Cotswolds and 8 miles from Stratford upon Avon.

5 (1 reviews)

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub

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7 nights from £425

Next available: 15 Aug - 7 nights

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New Yatt Farm, Oxfordshire, from the outside

Kitchen/diner at New Yatt Farm, Oxfordshire

Dining room at New Yatt Farm, Oxfordshire

Games Room at New Yatt Farm, Oxfordshire

Ensuite bathroom at New Yatt Farm, Oxfordshire

Luxurious interior at New Yatt Farm, Oxfordshire

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New Yatt Farm,

New Yatt, Oxfordshire, England

sleeps 19

7 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Stylish large group pet-friendly holiday farmhouse with 7 bedrooms, games room, private hot tub and capacity to sleep up to 19, near Oxford and the Cotswolds.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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7 nights from £4900

Next available: 21 Jun - 7 nights

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The Barn,

Navan, Meath, Ireland

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Comfortable and homely 4 bedroom 3 bathroom holiday home in the Boyne Valley with access to games room on site (with pool table and air hockey), children’s playground area and BBQ, less than an hour’s drive from Dublin.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 19 people)

countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £1521

Next available: 14 Jul - 3 nights

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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

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

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

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

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)

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7 nights from £1785

Next available: 28 Jun - 5 nights

Special Offer: 29 Jun - 4 nights

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Open plan living area at Cedar Lodge, Somerset

Family bathroom at Cedar Lodge, Somerset

Countryside views at Cedar Lodge, Somerset

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Cedar Lodge,

Minehead, Somerset, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

2 bedroom dog-friendly log cabin with stunning views out to Exmoor, just 20 minutes’ walk from Minehead with its beach, with access to excellent onsite facilities that will appeal to families including a games room with table tennis, pool table and table football, a putting green and children’s play area with swings.

Part of a cottage complex: 4 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 25 people)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over hills

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7 nights from £505

Next available: 18 Jul - 7 nights

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Ten Ocean Reach, Devon, from the outside

Open plan living area at Ten Ocean Reach, Devon

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Ten Ocean Reach,

Salcombe, Devon, England

sleeps 4

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

multi-dogs (up to 4)

cat friendly

Stylish 1 bedroom pet-friendly holiday rental with sea and countryside views plus a balcony for sitting out and enjoying the view, just 4 miles from Salcombe and 20 miles from Dartmouth.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 13 people)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £560

Next available: 22 Jun - 4 nights

Special Offer: 22 Jun - 4 nights

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Countryside views at Suran Y Coed, Powys

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Suran Y Coed,

Knighton, Powys, Wales

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

High quality 2 bedroom wooden holiday lodge with its own private hot tub and beautiful valley setting by hills and woodlands, ideal for a relaxing rural retreat break (set on a farm with fishing ponds on site).

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £420

Next available: 21 Jun - 7 nights

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Countryside views at Nine Ocean Reach, Devon

Nine Ocean Reach, Devon, from the outside

Coastal scenes near Nine Ocean Reach, Devon

Open plan living area at Nine Ocean Reach, Devon

Kitchen/diner at Nine Ocean Reach, Devon

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Nine Ocean Reach,

Salcombe, Devon, England

sleeps 4

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

multi-dogs (up to 4)

cat friendly

Stylish romantic pet-friendly coastal holiday home with sea views set within the South Devon AONB, just 4 miles from Salcombe.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 13 people)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £699

Next available: 22 Jun - 7 nights

Special Offer: 03 Jul - 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 Loft ,

Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area,

The Farm Collection,

Seven Ocean Reach,

Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room,

Trevase Granary,

The Manor House,

Stable Cottage,

New Yatt Farm,

The Barn,

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

Cedar Lodge,

Ten Ocean Reach,

Suran Y Coed,

Nine Ocean Reach,