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

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Cheesemans Cottage,

Muckleford, Dorset, England

sleeps 5

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Charming 2 bedroom dog-friendly thatched cottage, with a 3 dogs welcome policy, nestled in a tranquil rural hamlet in Dorset, within the Dorset National Landscape, just a short drive from the coast.

countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £415

Next available: 02 Nov - 7 nights

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Patio area at 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

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7 nights from £650

Next available: 28 Aug - 7 nights

Special Offer: 28 Aug - 3 nights

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Lammerlaw Self Catering,

Biggar, Lanarkshire, Scotland

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

No pets

family friendly

2 bedroom rural retreat with beautiful country views and eco-friendly credentials, set on a working farm near Biggar on the edge of the Scottish Borders and Lanarkshire, 4-star rated and family-friendly with swings in garden and a dedicated area for playing football, ideal for couples, families, walkers, outdoor enthusiasts and cyclists.

5 (8 reviews)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £700

Next available: 14 Aug - 7 nights

Special Offer: 14 Aug - 7 nights

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Romantic double bedroom at Dons Barn, Suffolk

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Dons Barn,

Lavenham, Suffolk, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

cat friendly

A special romantic hideaway for two found on the Grove Farm estate in Suffolk, East Anglia, with orchard garden views and a wood-burning stove.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub

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7 nights from £780

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2 Barlowenath Cottages, Cornwall, from the outside

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2 Barlowenath Cottages,

Marazion, Cornwall, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Secluded 2 bedroom pet-friendly farm cottage with pretty garden and distant views from garden to St Michael’s Mount, less than three miles from Marazion’s beach.

5 (2 reviews)

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

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7 nights from £350

Next available: 15 Aug - 7 nights

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Countryside views 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)

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7 nights from £3250

Next available: 01 Sep - 4 nights

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Ten Ocean Reach, Devon, from the outside

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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: 31 Aug - 4 nights

Special Offer: 28 Aug - 7 nights

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Tubbs Delight,

Malborough, Devon, England

sleeps 5

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 4)

family friendly

With a warm bubbly hot tub with outstanding countryside views and a location in the pretty village of Malborough in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a location just 5 minutes drive from the coast, this dog-friendly holiday home has plenty to recommend it.

5 (1 reviews)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £400

Next available: 04 Sep - 4 nights

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Main House at Toad Hall, Swilland, Suffolk

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Toad Hall, Swilland,

Swilland, Woodbridge, Suffolk, England

sleeps 10

5 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Picture-perfect large Suffolk country cottage sleeping 10, with exposed timbers, inglenook fireplace and large gardens, with the added bonus of the coast being within easy reach for day trips.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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7 nights from £1550

Next available: 01 Sep - 7 nights

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Open plan living area at Apple Loft at Twistgates Farm Cottages, Devon

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Apple Loft at Twistgates Farm Cottages,

Honiton, Devon, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

No pets

Apple Loft is a stylish romantic holiday home, perfect for 2 with wonderful tree top views of the Devonshire Hills and a lovely location amongst gorgeous countryside at Twistgates Farm, just 30 minutes’ drive from the Jurassic Coast.

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

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £525

Next available: 05 Aug - 5 nights

Special Offer: 21 Aug - 7 nights

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Open plan living area 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: 03 Oct - 7 nights

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Honeysuckle, dog friendly couples' cottage in South Devon,

Dartmouth, Devon, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

1 dog allowed

cat friendly

A unique and pretty stone cottage for two, ideal for romantic breaks, nestled in a tranquil valley in South Devon with a private garden and valley views.

Part of a cottage complex: 4 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 11 people)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over hills

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7 nights from £600

Next available: 31 Aug - 4 nights

Special Offer: 31 Aug - 4 nights

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Private Hot Tub at Llanlliana Coastal Retreat, Anglesey

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Llanlliana Coastal Retreat,

Cemaes Bay, Anglesey, Wales

sleeps 21

10 bedrooms

9 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 4)

family friendly

High quality 10 bedroom country house with stunning views, ideal for big groups, located in extensive grounds near Cemaes Bay, complete with a games room with pool table, table football and Xbox 360, plus a private hot tub outdoors.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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7 nights from £5936

Next available: 18 Sep - 7 nights

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Surrounding area near The Parlour, Meath

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The Parlour,

Navan, Meath, Ireland

sleeps 5

2 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Escape to this cosy 2 bedroom holiday cottage, nestled in the picturesque Boyne Valley, County Meath.

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 £1277

Next available: 10 Aug - 3 nights

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Private Hot Tub at Cefn-nant Lodge, Powys

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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: 28 Sep - 7 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

Cheesemans Cottage,

Granary Cottage,

Lammerlaw Self Catering,

Dons Barn,

2 Barlowenath Cottages,

Cae Madog Barn,

Ten Ocean Reach,

Tubbs Delight,

Toad Hall, Swilland,

Apple Loft at Twistgates Farm Cottages,

Cedar Lodge,

Honeysuckle, dog friendly couples' cottage in South Devon,

Llanlliana Coastal Retreat,

The Parlour,

Cefn-nant Lodge,