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Rowan Cottage is a characterful abode tucked away in the countryside of Wentnor in Shropshire, with a toasty woodburning stove and a pet-friendly policy. Church Stretton 8.1 miles; Bishops Castle 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1159476)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €566

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A fantastic end-terrace cottage resting in Conwy, North Wales. Near a beach. Off-road parking. Close to amenities. Llandudno 4.6 miles; Betws-y-Coed 16.4 miles. (Ref. 1086177)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €580

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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The Snug on the Cobbles, a picturesque stone cottage in the beautiful village of Haworth in West Yorkshire. Three-storeys. Romantic. Close to amenities. Hebden Bridge 8.4 miles; Skipton 11.2 miles (Ref. 1156409)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
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7 nights from €502

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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This splendid lodge is set on the Southern Halt resort near Dobwalls in Cornwall. Sauna. Cinema Room. EV charger. Ideal for a romantic retreat. Liskeard 2.9 miles; Looe 10.9 miles. (Ref. 1121180)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €730

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A lovingly single-storey cottage situated between Waterhead and Ambleside in the Lake District. Parking. Ground-floor. Romantic. Enclosed garden. Grasmere 4.8 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 5.3 miles; Keswick 17.2 miles. (Ref. 1042659)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from €601

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A detached property resting on the outskirts of Malvern. Two pets welcome. WiFi. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Worcester 8.4 miles; Ross-on-Wye 21 miles. (Ref. 1048537)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €812

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A fabulous two-bedroom, ground-floor apartment resting in St Ives, Cornwall. Smart TV. Sea views from garden. Open-plan. Near a beach. Penzance 8.5 miles. (Ref. 1078318)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

7 nights from €911

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A charming two-bedroom cottage resting on a working farm in Goodmanham Wold, York. Woodburning stove. En-suite bedrooms. Private patio. York 24.1 miles. (Ref. 958392)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from €458

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A delightful bungalow resting in the pretty village of Longhorsley, in the Northumberland countryside. Enclosed garden. Modern interior. Rothbury 9 miles; Alnwick 14 miles. (Ref. 1004030)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €561

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Swyn Llyr is a superb detached house in Rhosneigr, Anglesey boasting a woodburning stove, a hot tub, a cinema room, two games rooms and stunning sea views. Llangefni 11.7 miles; Holyhead 12.3 miles; Trearddur Bay 12.9 miles. (Ref. 1155679)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from €2263

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A superb, three bedroom barn conversion set in the Ceiriog Valley overlooking the Chirk Aqueduct and Viaduct close to Chirk. Welcoming character property with modernised fixtures and features. Chirk 1 mile. (Ref. 929056)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €521

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Stunningly designed house. Contemporary and smart. Far reaching views to sea and mountains. Close to famous sandy beach. Remote unspoilt area with amazing wildlife. (Ref. 952163)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

7 nights from €637

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Charming barn conversion located on the outskirts of Honley village in West Yorkshire, just North of the Peak District National Park. Dog-friendly. WiFi. Countryside views. Holmfirth 3 miles; Huddersfield 4 miles. (Ref. 976582)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €872

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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Holly Lodge is a beautiful, detached holiday home located in the lovely town of Langport in the heart of Somerset. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Garden with hot tub. Street 10.2 miles; Glastonbury 12.3 miles; Burnham-on-Sea 22.1 miles; Lyme Regis 28.1 miles (Ref. 1129780)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €1224

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Owl Barn is a gorgeous barn conversion set amongst the countryside in Glaisdale near Lealholm, North Yorkshire. In a national park. Woodburning stove. Whitby 11.4 miles; Runswick Bay 12.8 miles; Staithes 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1092579)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from €921

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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A stunning detached stone-built cottage resting in Dyffryn Ardudwy, Wales. Within Snowdonia National Park. Enclosed garden. Three bathrooms. Wifi. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Barmouth 4.8 miles; Harlech 6.2 miles. (Ref. 1016673)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €1055

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo
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6 Meadow Reatreat with Hot Tub is a pleasing single-storey lodge in Dobwalls, Cornwall, with a hot tub on the enclosed decking, woodburning stove. Liskeard 3.2 miles; Looe 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1172392)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub

7 nights from €730

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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This delightful cottage is located in Cawrsws, Wales. WiFi. Conservatory. Woodburner. Newtown 6 miles. (Ref. 935701)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €506

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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A spacious ground floor apartment in Bridlington. Off-road parking. Woodburner. En-suite bedrooms. Sea views. Filey 10 miles; Scarborough 20 miles. (Ref. 993191)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from €492

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Immaculately-presented, detached barn conversion in a tranquil Shropshire countryside. Open plan accommodation. Market Drayton 3 miles. Shrewsbury 20 miles. Chester 35 miles. (Ref. 23526)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from €598

Please find below a selection of self catering holiday cottages with character. These cottages are typified by exposed beams, original fireplaces, unusual brickwork and other interesting features. If you already know where you would like to go on holiday - for example, St Davids, Pembrokeshire, The Cotswolds etc - please use the map to find character cottages in that area. As well as these properties, we'd highly recommend taking a look at these stunning Grade II listed cottages as well for even more ideas and inspration.