Rural Retreats: UK Cottages
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Your UK & Ireland search returned 12,465 cottages
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
Superb, stone-built, detached barn. All ground floor with woodburner, cathedral ceilings, exposed original beams and wonderful meadow views through the picture windows. Ripon 6 miles. (Ref. 5952)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
7 nights from €889
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A contemporary single-storey holiday home nestled in South Reston, Lincolnshire. Open-plan. Garden. Off-road parking. Countryside location. Little Carlton 3.5 miles; Mablethorpe 9.6 miles; Lincoln 34.7 miles. (Ref. 1081425)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Washing machine
7 nights from €452
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
A duplex apartment resting in Cononley in Airedale. Secure parking. WiFi. Open-plan living room. Skipton 4 miles; Keighley 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1051050)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from €900
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsYes
This superb, detached conversion sits within the grounds of the Llanrhaeadr Springs Spa in Llanrhaeadr, Denbighshire. Couples retreat. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Denbigh 3.1 miles; Rhyl 14.2 miles; Chester 29.3 miles. (Ref. 1084456)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from €455
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
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)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Washing machine
7 nights from €579
- Sleeps3
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
A stunning single-storey property resting on a working farm in Pikehall, near Winster, Derbyshire. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Rural location. Winster 3.3 miles; Bakewell 8.8 miles; Matlock Dale 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1133781)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
7 nights from €758
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsYes
Little Holmans is a romantic, single-storey abode residing in Lewes, East Sussex. Close to amenities. Near an AONB. Open-plan. Dog-friendly. Brighton 12.5 miles; Eastbourne 21.3 miles; Hastings 32.8 miles. (Ref. 1138121)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Washing machine
7 nights from €541
- Sleeps5
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
A charming, mid-terrace resting in Rothbury, Northumberland. Enclosed garden. Conservatory. Close to amenities. Alnwick 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1092415)
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
7 nights from €579
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
A contemporary, semi-detached cottage nestled in the village of Helsby, Cheshire. Hot tub. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Ellesmere Port 6.5 miles; Chester 7.5 miles; Warrington 14.8 miles. (Ref. 999307)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from €1204
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
Superb barn conversion in idyllic rural setting. Private woodland walks, fishing, tennis court, games room, children's play area. Exposed beams, woodburner. Church Stretton 7 miles. (Ref. 1020)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Swimming pool
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
7 nights from €1366
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
This stylish, all-ground-floor cottage sits Hainford, near to the amenities of Buxton in Norfolk. Open-plan living with woodburning stove. WiFi. Wheelchair friendly. Buxton 2.6 miles; Norwich 7.5 miles. (Ref. 987188)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from €616
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
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)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
7 nights from €890
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
A wonderful two-bedroom, converted Victorian church hall resting in Tarset, Northumberland. Woodburning stove. Dog-friendly. Countryside views. Off-road parking. Kielder Water 9.9 miles; Corbridge 22.5 miles; Hadrian's Wall 33.3 miles. (Ref. 1056271)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
7 nights from €773
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
This charming semi-detached, single-storey annex is resting on the outskirts of Upwell, Norfolk. Hot tub. Sauna. Swimming pool. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Wisbech 7.8 miles; King's Lynn 20 miles; Peterborough 27.2 miles. (Ref. 1078843)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Swimming pool
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from €687
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A delightful lodge resting on the outskirts of the market town of Malton. All-ground-floor. WiFi. Open-plan living. Pickering 8.2 miles; Scarborough 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1017640)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
7 nights from €568
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
This charming terraced cottage resides in Branston, Lincolnshire. Family-friendly. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Parking. Heighington 2.5 miles; Washingborough 2.5 miles; Lincoln 5.3 miles. (Ref. 1058267)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
7 nights from €985
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsNo
This fabulous, one-bedroom cottage rests on the outskirts of St Ives, Cornwall. In an AONB. Open plan. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. St Ives 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1138258)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from €680
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A fantastic coastal cottage on the edge of Galway Bay. All ground floor. Solid fuel stove. Sun room. Wild Atlantic Way. Wonderful walks and swimming. Ballinderreen 1.5 miles. (Ref. 921778)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from €509
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
A wondrous, traditional stone cottage resting in Kentmere, near Staveley, Cumbria. Incredible views of Kentmere fells. Garden. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Windermere 7.8 miles; Kendal 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1076710)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from €943
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
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)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from €1182
This selection of rural holiday cottages is perfect for those looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of life. A slice of bliss with a plethora of great walks at the foot of the door, a rural cottage is ideal for families and couples looking for a recuperating holiday. Rural retreats UK are ideal whatever time of the year, whether it's basking in the sun on open fields or watching the colours change in Autumn, these holiday cottages make a lovely base.
Why a UK rural retreat?
Country retreats are a great way to lift the spirits, where you can take advantage of the glorious British countryside on foot or horseback and breathe in the earthy air, away from distractions. Ranging from rustic abodes with crackling woodburning stoves and exposed beam ceilings to contemporary builds with a stylish interior, the list is endless with rural retreats cottages. Quainter locations benefit from friendly, traditional pubs to truly soak in the culture, and you can explore the sleepy hamlets to discover unique shops. For more ideas on how to spend your holiday, browse our UK travel guide.
Places to Visit in the UK on a rural retreat
Discover the length and breadth of the UK, whether you desire an adventure in the majestic Highlands of Scotland to visit dark lochs and expansive forests or the untamed landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales and you can gather insight into a Yorkshire stay with places to stay in the Yorkshire Dales page. For quintessentially British villages with rolling countryside, explore the charming Cotswolds and get inspiration on where to stay in the Cotswolds here. To delve into the history of the UK, roam the ancient meadows of the wonderful Northumberland countryside, home to sweeping forests and enchanting sites.
Types of Holiday
For a majestic escape with the whole family, plus your canine companion, secure a stay at dog-friendly cottages with an enclosed garden. For a celebratory getaway with all your friends and family, why not browse these large holiday cottages and there are large luxury cottages for a truly fabulous holiday? To stargaze on a romantic trip there are also a collection of cottages with hot tubs.