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Canalside Cottages

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This marvellous, three-bedroom holiday home rests in Wincle, near Sutton, Cheshire. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Near a National Park. Macclesfield 4.8 miles; Buxton 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1062290)

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7 nights from £1411

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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A fabulous, detached house resting in Whixall near Wem, Shropshire. Superfast WiFi. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Whitchurch 6.6 miles; Shrewsbury 15.5 miles; Oswestry 15.7 miles. (Ref. 1066187)

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7 nights from £922

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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This charming, two-bedroom holiday lodge rests in the Limefitt Holiday Park in Troutbeck, Cumbria. Smart TV. In a National Park. Enclosed decking. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Windermere 3.1 miles; Ambleside 4.3 miles. (Ref. 1137012)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £690

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A spectacular, Grade II* listed former pump house nestled in the village of Misterton, Nottinghamshire. Open-plan. Contemporary style. Garden. Original features. WiFi. Lincoln 23 miles; Sheffield 35.4 miles; Peak District 49 miles (Ref. 1056315)

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7 nights from £595

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Cosy traditional barn conversion set in wooded valley near the High Peak Trail just outside Cromford. Character features. Great touring base. Matlock 5 miles. (Ref. 914759)

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7 nights from £519

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    4.9

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A fabulous, semi-detached barn conversion settled in Whixall near Wem, Shropshire. Electric fire. Allocated parking. Enclosed garden. Whitchurch 6.7 miles; Shrewsbury & Oswestry 15.8 miles (Ref. 1066188)

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7 nights from £658

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This charming, two-bedroom holiday home rests in Skipton, Yorkshire. Smart TV. Gas fire. Parking. Near a National Park. Close to amenities. Grassington 9.7 miles; Harrogate 22.4 miles. (Ref. 1135052)

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7 nights from £496

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  • Sleeps4
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Bungalow to the Rear of 46 Church Street is a property resting in the town of Adlington, Lancashire. Close to a shop and a pub. Close to a lake. Local attractions. Chorley 3.4 miles; Preston 14.1 miles; Forest of Bowland National Landscape 29.6 miles. (Ref. 1148803)

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7 nights from £462

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A charismatic cottage nestled in the heart of Skipton, Yorkshire Dales. Close to amenities. Near National Park. Gas fire. Grassington 9.3 miles; Keighley 11.5 miles; Pateley Bridge 19.5 miles. (Ref. 1051240)

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7 nights from £396

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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A charming, canal-side home resting in Stanley Ferry near Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Pet-friendly. Riverside views. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities and attractions. Pub 0.1 miles. Leeds 11.7 miles; Huddersfield 16.9 miles. (Ref. 1136338)

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7 nights from £660

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The Old Barn, a wonderful barn conversion on the grounds of the Old Hall Farm Estate in Caenby, Lincoln. Woodburning stove. Near Lincolnshire Wolds AONB. Market Rasen 8.3 miles; Gainsborough 12.7 miles; Lincoln 14.4 miles (Ref. 1135445)

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7 nights from £501

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The Forge, a unique property situated in a rural position on the edge of Miserton, Nottinghamshire. Mezzanine bedroom. Walking location. Contemporary. Lincoln 23 miles; Sheffield 35.4 miles; Peak District 49 miles. (Ref. 1091322)

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7 nights from £403

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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8 Nicholas Court is an inviting, three-storey holiday home set in a quiet area of Chester city centre, Cheshire. Off-road parking. Close to amenities. Liverpool 20.8 miles; Manchester 40.7 miles. (Ref. 1144559)

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7 nights from £554

  • Sleeps4
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Charming, ground floor apartment. Just 2 minutes' walk from the centre of Stratford-upon-Avon, close to canal. Ideal touring location. Warwick 9 miles. (Ref. 24856)

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7 nights from £474

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Wonderful stone-built terraced cottage in the heart of Heptonstall village. Immaculately presented. Exposed stone and beams. Woodburning stove, patio, WiFi. Pubs and shops 1 min. walk. Hebden Bridge 1 mile (Ref. 939332)

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7 nights from £424

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Mountain View is a delightful, duplex apartment in the heart of Hest Bank, a small village in Lancashire. Sea views. Off-road parking. Dishwasher. Morecambe 2.6 miles; Carnforth 3.8 miles; Yorkshire Dales National Park 19 miles. (Ref. 1121955)

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7 nights from £417

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Very comfortable semi-detached cottage in fabulous location next to canal and Chirk Aqueduct. Close to Chirk Castle. Open fire, WiFi. Llangollen 7 miles. (Ref. 916333)

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7 nights from £677

  • Sleeps2
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    4.7

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A characterful cottage situated in the charming village of Coalport in Shropshire. Romantic retreat. Canalside location. WiFi. Ironbridge 1.9 miles; Telford 5.6 miles; Wolverhampton 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1063270)

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7 nights from £436

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    4.8

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1 Kingswood Cottage, a rustic and characterful property is located in the picturesque village of Lapworth in Warwickshire. Couple's retreat. Hot tub. Warwick & Royal Leamington Spa 7.6 miles; Stratford-upon-Avon 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1131775)

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7 nights from £671

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Bryn Howell Stables is a gorgeous, detached barn conversion in Trevor, Wrexham, boasting a woodburning stove, enclosed garden, and off-road parking. Ruthin 18.3 miles; Chester 21.2 miles. (Ref. 3781)

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7 nights from £518

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Nestled along picturesque canals, these canalside cottages offer a unique and idyllic retreat combining nature’s beauty with endless outdoor activities. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, relaxing break or to reconnect with nature these canal cottages have something for everyone!

Why Canal Cottages

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the charm of these canal cottages. Look forward to making last memories with the ones you love most surrounded by a wealth of captivating attractions and countryside waiting to be explored. Step outside of your canal cottages to be greeted by the opportunity to discover historic waterfront towns which cobblestone streets and rich history as well as a range of cultural attractions such as museums and art galleries.

If it’s adventure you’re seeking when booking canal cottages you can look forward to endless scenic walking routes and cycling paths which meander through stunning landscapes offering endless serenity. You can also look forward to trying exciting watersports like kayaking or paddleboarding before returning to these canalside cottages. For more inspiration for your next break in a canal cottages check out our UK Travel Guide.

Places to Visit near Canal Cottages

With canals woven throughout the UK, there are endless canalside cottages in exciting locations. Escape to Bath a stunning Roman city with a wealth of history to uncover; lose yourself in Roman history or walk in the steps of literary figure Jane Austen. Alternatively, venture up to Scotland where you can discover the country’s capital Edinburgh. Tour the iconic castle, cobbled streets and array of bars; the canal even stretches the Falkirk so you can enjoy leisurely walks or bike rides. For more history, the iconic canal city of Chester is also home to an array of canal cottages. Here you can delight in quirky and independent bars and restaurants as well as some of the best reserved Roman history.

More Places to visit from your canalside cottages:

Bristol

Leeds

Llangollen

Stratford-upon-Avon

Types of Canalside Cottages

Book your next getaway to a canal cottage today! If you’re looking for a getaway by the water why not browse these coastal cottages or these holiday cottages by a river?

If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for then have a look at these other cottages in the UK.