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Holiday Cottages by a River

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Kantankye Lodge is a pleasant, single-storey lodge resting in Thorpe St. Peter, Lincolnshire. Off-road parking. Open-plan living. Dog-friendly. Burgh le Marsh 3.4 miles; Skegness 6.4 miles; Ingoldmells 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1140599)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from €409

  • Sleeps2
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    4.9

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A charming detached ground floor cottage in the village of Eckington, close for exploring the Cotswolds. Woodburner. Romantic retreat. Pershore 3.9 miles. (Ref. 996204)

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7 nights from €466

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The Skating Rock is a detached dormer style property resting in Bonane, County Kerry. Beautiful countryside views. Open-plan. En-suite. Glengarriff 19 miles; Killarney 25 miles (Ref. 1153435)

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7 nights from €579

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A duplex apartment resting in Cononley in Airedale. Secure parking. WiFi. Open-plan living room. Skipton 4 miles; Keighley 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1051050)

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7 nights from €900

  • Sleeps5
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A charming, mid-terrace resting in Rothbury, Northumberland. Enclosed garden. Conservatory. Close to amenities. Alnwick 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1092415)

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7 nights from €579

  • Sleeps4
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    4.6

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Delightful Victorian terraced house which offers lovely views of the River Dart. Dartmouth's boutiques, array of restaurants, shops and art galleries are just five minutes walk away. (Ref. 1069021)

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7 nights from €702

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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Beautiful, mid-terrace townhouse located in the heart of Yorkshire's Whitby. WiFi. Woodburning stove. Walking and cycling nearby. Pet friendly. Shop and pub 0.4 miles. (Ref. 996376)

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7 nights from €890

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A 14th century, Grade II listed property situated within the town of Tewkesbury. Along the River Avon. Enclosed rear garden. Pub within a 2-minute walk. Cheltenham 9 miles; Gloucester 11 miles. (Ref. 988216)

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7 nights from €488

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A fabulous four-bedroom Victorian House resting in Gweek, in Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Private grounds. Close to amenities. Woodburning stove. Rural. Helston 4.4 miles; Falmouth 9.7 miles; Lizard 10.4 miles. (Ref. 1104709)

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7 nights from €1182

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Mole End is a lovely, single-storey cottage located in the charming market town of Helmsley, North Yorkshire. Woodburning stove. Couple's retreat. Kirkbymoorside 13.2 miles; Thirsk 12.8 miles; Pickering 20.3 miles; York 22 miles. (Ref. 1151091)

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7 nights from €407

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2 Carlton Cottage is a charming, riverside cottage nestled into the town of Enniskillen, County Fermanagh. Riverside views. Close to a shop and a pub. Bundoran 8.3 miles; Kinlough 10.3 miles; Donegal 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1153655)

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7 nights from €613

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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32 Friar Row is a lovely cottage settled into the town of Caldbeck, Cumbria. In Lake District National Park. Close to a shop and a pub. Local Walks. Carlisle 13.3 miles; Keswick 16.7 miles; North Pennines AONB 24.2 miles. (Ref. 1124723)

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7 nights from €597

  • Sleeps3
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    4.6

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Romantic Grade II* listed Georgian bathing house beside the River Dart. River views, balcony and terrace. wood burning stove. Use of seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Ashprington 2 miles. (Ref. 976200)

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7 nights from €751

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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4 Carlton Cottages is a homely, riverside cottage nestled into the town of Enniskillen, County Fermanagh. Hot tub. Riverside views. Close to a shop and a pub. Bundoran 8.3 miles; Kinlough 10.3 miles; Donegal 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1154832)

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7 nights from €624

  • Sleeps4
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4 Barton Cottages, a lovely holiday cottage resting in the quaint village of Down Thomas, Devon. Close to beach. Woodburning stove. DVD player. Barbecue. Dartmoor 10 miles; Tamar Bridge, Cornwall 11.7 miles; Torbay 31.8 miles. (Ref. 1154534)

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7 nights from €575

  • Sleeps2
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Hayloft, a lovely little holiday home nestled in Haddiscoe, Norfolk. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Enclosed patio. DVD player. Near Broads National Park. Lowestoft 10.8 miles; Norwich 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1145942)

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7 nights from €440

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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This unique, Grade II listed lighthouse sits on the outskirts of Sutton Bridge, Lincolnshire. Beautiful views. Private parking. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Games room/studio. Long Sutton 6.1 miles; Terrington St. Clement 6.9 miles; Wisbech 11 miles. (Ref. 1097952)

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7 nights from €1580

  • Sleeps2
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  • PetsYes
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The Band Room is a welcoming, reverse-level abode nestled into Kirkby Stephen, a town in Cumbria. Open-plan. Woodburning stove. En-suite. Near shop. Appleby-in-Westmorland 10.5 miles; Sedbergh 14.1 miles; Barnard Castle 21.7 miles; Penrith 26.6 miles; Ree (Ref. 1156376)

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7 nights from €434

  • Sleeps4
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    4.7

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A gorgeous holiday home settled in the tranquil village of Barlby in North Yorkshire. Pet friendly. WiFi. Selby 2.2 miles; Cawood 6.1 miles; York 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1068216)

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7 nights from €409

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    4.7

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A traditionally styled cottage providing a perfect base to explore the stunning Shropshire Hills, short walk to village pubs and Heart of Wales railway line. Close to picture-perfect villages. Spacious garden to enjoy. WIFI. Off road parking. (Ref. 29515)

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7 nights from €444

Adore the sound of water? Or perhaps you're a keen angler in search of a new fishing spot? Then try a cottage to rent near a river, the ideal base for a relaxing cottage getaway.

Why Riverside Holiday Cottages?

Here in the UK, we're blessed with some truly beautiful rivers, streams and waterways. If you agree, then take a look at these riverside holiday cottages. Choose a riverside holiday let to rent near many of the UK's most beloved natural waterways, from the River Tweed to Fowey River.

A holiday cottage by the river provides a great base for a variety of different holidays. If you're the adventurous type, having a riverside holiday cottage means you'll be able to indulge in all kinds of aquatic escapades. Think kayaking, rafting, canyoning and canoeing- the list goes on!

Alternatively, these riverside holiday lets prove perfect for those who are just yearning to relax with a glass of wine. Just imagine dining alfresco in the grounds of your holiday cottage on a summer's evening with nothing but the sound of the nearby river to distract you.

Places to Visit Near Cottages by the River

There is an abundance of destinations where you can enjoy riverside holiday lets. Venture to sunny Cornwall, where you can find relaxing getaways near the River Tamar, Truro River, East Looe River and beyond! Alternatively, enjoy an action-packed break in a national park, like the Peak District, where the River Derwent and River Bradford provide fantastic watersports opportunities.

Enjoy a riverside holiday of your dreams at these spots:

Devon

Lake District

Norfolk

North Wales

Types of Waterside Holidays

There are plenty of other waterside getaways to enjoy, aside from riverside holiday lets! Why not embark on a fishing holiday, where you can angle the days away? Alternatively, enjoy a holiday cottage by a canal, where walks and narrow boat experiences await.

If you still haven't found what you're looking for there are plenty of other cottages in the UK to choose from!