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Classic Cottages

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Well equipped traditional stone cottage in Cairngorm National Park. Quiet hamlet location. Large garden with river. Fabulous scenery and wildlife. Great location for outdoor pursuits. Gratown-on-Spey 6 miles. (Ref. 16417)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £373

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.4

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One of our lovely Campile cottages. Traditional style, open fires, exposed beams, enclosed garden, open plan living. Campile 1.5 miles, JFK Arboretum 1 mile. (Ref. 3862)

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7 nights from £482

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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Superb, semi-detached cottage in traditional Lakeland village of Lindale. Stylish and spacious, 2 en-suite bedrooms, summer room. Grange-over-Sands 3 miles. (Ref. 2043)

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7 nights from £449

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
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Delightful thatched Ireland holiday cottage surrounded by hills, on outskirts of Drummin in County Mayo. Character features, woodburner, lawned garden. Excellent walking. Westport 10 miles. (Ref. 2869)

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7 nights from £278

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.2

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Traditional cottage offering comfortable accommodation for four people in village of Scalby. Ideal for visiting Yorkshire coast. Scarborough 2.5 miles. (Ref. 6959)

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7 nights from £291

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
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Detached, traditional thatched cottage near the Donegal town of Ardara. Cosy and quirky. Character beams and open fire. Stunning views of the Glen. Ardara 3.3 miles. (Ref. 915305)

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7 nights from £294

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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Traditional Cornish stone barn conversion, a lovely cottage near Launceston in rural location in east Cornwall. Flagstone floors. Use of large shared lawns with beautiful views. Launceston 5 miles. (Ref. 18014)

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7 nights from £264

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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Traditional semi-detached Victorian country cottage, on a working arable farm near Bridgnorth. Comfortable accommodation with woodburning stove. WiFi. Excellent walking, cycling and fishing. Bridgnorth 3 miles. (Ref. 22221)

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7 nights from £387

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.6

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Traditional, detached cottage in Stanton, close to the Peak District National Park. Spacious living accommodation. Two open fires. Ashbourne 4 miles. Alton Towers 5 miles. (Ref. 23971)

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7 nights from £398

  • Sleeps4
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    4.8

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Traditional stone-built, detached cottage situated on 200 acre working farm with original beams and trusses throughout. Good location for walks and cycle routes. Bridgnorth 7 miles. (Ref. 1983)

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7 nights from £354

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.4

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A welcoming former fisherman's cottage, perfectly located in St Helens, Isle of Wight. Traditional seaside accommodation. Shops, restaurant and pub all on doorstep, beach 1 mile. Ryde 5 miles. (Ref. 22962)

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7 nights from £293

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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Charming fully refurbished semi-detached traditional cottage overlooking Loch Awe in the heart of Scotland's beautiful Argyll. Walking, cycling, fishing. KIlmartin 11 miles. (Ref. 15716)

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7 nights from £388

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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
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    4.8

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A fabulous detached thatched cottage in rural location close to Exmoor and the pretty port of Watchet. Large garden and ample walks from the doorstep. Washford 1.0 miles. (Ref. 11459)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £1270

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

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Traditional 1930s semi-detached cottage. Quality, well equipped accommodation. Lovely patio garden. Games room. (Ref. 14518)

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7 nights from £429

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.5

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Traditional detached stone cottage with wonderful views over Swaledale. Cosy cottage near Low Row with open fire and enclosed garden. Reeth 3 miles. (Ref. 8823)

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7 nights from £488

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.8

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Delightful thatched cottage in Essex seaside town of Walton-on-the-Naze. One double bedroom, enclosed garden. Beach 2 mins walk. (Ref. 13617)

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7 nights from £367

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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An attractive, stone-built cottage in the quiet village of Gwaenysgor. Well-equipped and traditionally styled. Spectacular views from village. Prestatyn 2 miles. (Ref. 2066)

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7 nights from £344

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.7

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Traditional detached Peak District cottage in lovely gardens. Ideal romantic retreat with en-suite and woodburner. Walks from doorstep, easy reach Alton Towers and market towns. Ashbourne 2 miles. (Ref. 4149)

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7 nights from £350

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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Charming traditional cottage close to the shore on Valentia Island. Well-equipped, comfortable accommodation. Delightful rear garden. Knightstown 1 mile. (Ref. 2570)

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7 nights from £279

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This semi-detached Victorian villa at the top of Robin Hood's Bay is a wonderful alternative to traditional Yorkshire cottages. High ceilings, marble fireplaces, stained glass windows. Beach 5 mins walk. Whitby 6 miles. (Ref. 3637)

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7 nights from £710

This collection of classic cottages can be found settled within quintessentially English villages, scattered along the British coast, and tucked away in the picturesque Cotswolds. A peaceful retreat where you can ramble amongst wonderful countryside and afterwards snuggle up besides a woodburning stove with a hot chocolate, vintage holidays are idyllic for families, friends and couples seeking as escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. These classic cottages are certain to entice you to leave behind reality and curl up with a good book as the crackle of the fire invites you to unwind.

Why Classic Cottages?

If you're seeking a countryside hideaway brimming with rustic charm with exposed beamed ceilings, inglenook fireplaces and thatched roofs, look no further than a classic cottage. Relax in an English country garden, beautifully presented with blooming flowers and colourful shrubbery, tempting you to bask in the sun with a cup of coffee. Why not relax your muscles in the tub, surrounded by stone-built walls and oozing with character, encouraging you to let your stresses melt away? Take advantage of the lush greenery and test your swing at superb golf courses, explore untamed landscapes on foot and discover quaint spots for a picnic. For more holiday inspiration, take a look at this UK travel guide.

Places to Visit near Classic Cottages

For a coastal haven with expansive, sandy beaches, take your surf boards to a classic cottage in Cornwall, where you can explore pretty harbours and soak in the sights from rugged clifftops. Classic cottages in Devon can be found besides the sea, near the boundless moorlands of Dartmoor National Park and surrounded by wonderful walking and cycling trails. Pack your hiking gear and camera to explore an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the Cotswolds, home to historical sites to unveil the past and scenic gardens to relish some peace and quiet. For sleepy hamlets dotted with stone-built classic cottages, visit the sweeping moorlands of the Yorkshire Dales, great for climbing, mountain biking and cascading waterfalls. If you desire a laid back setting with much to and do, scan the Yorkshire Dales Travel Guide.

Types of Holiday

Why not escape the bustle of life with your family and furry friend and choose a dog-friendly holiday cottage? For a celebratory getaway with the whole group there are large holiday cottages or these large luxury cottages might be more enticing. Relax your muscles and enjoy late-night stargazing at a cottage with a hot tub or whisk your loved one to a secluded spot with a romantic breaks. Those seeking a plethora of great walking opportunities may wish to hideaway in a country cottage.