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Holiday Cottages by a River

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Penny Bridge House is an elegant, six-bedroom home resting in Penny Bridge near Ulverston, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Games room. Near National Park. Coniston Water 8.2 miles; Lake Windermere 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1130855)

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  • 20% off - Mon 24th Feb to 3rd Mar 2025

7 nights from £1708

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Beudy Pwll Pridd is a fabulous, family-friendly barn conversion in Bryneglwys near Llangollen, Denbighshire with lovely views, a private hot tub and a barbecue. Ruthin 8.7 miles; Ruthin 15 mins (Ref. 1162911)

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7 nights from £819

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  • Sleeps18
  • Bedrooms8
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This traditional, Grade-II listed property resides in Lacock, Wiltshire. Hot tub. Dog-friendly. On a working farm. Near an AONB. Off-road parking. Original features. Chippenham 3.8 miles; Bath 13.4 miles; Bristol 30.9 miles. (Ref. 1059395)

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7 nights from £3050

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This fabulous five-bedroom holiday home rests in Hay-on-Wye, Powys. Bedrooms with en-suites. Brecon 15.6 miles; Hereford 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1125474)

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Superb detached lodge house in the hamlet of Brydekirk in lovely Annandale. Gorgeously decorated and furnished to a high standard. Open fire. Large enclosed riverside garden. WiFi. Pets welcome. Annan 3.5 miles. (Ref. 937510)

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7 nights from £642

  • Sleeps18
  • Bedrooms9
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Evenjobb Court Farmhouse is a beautiful Grade II listed holiday home boasting character features and contemporary comforts including hot tubs, in Evenjobb, Powys. Hay-on-Wye 16.5 miles; Leominster 18.6 miles; Ludlow 24.8 miles; Hereford 24.9 miles. (Ref. 1127715)

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  • 20% off - Fri 7th Mar to 4th Apr 2025

7 nights from £2411

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
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Heilan Roo is a stunning, contemporary property in Killiecrankie near Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross. Close to a river. Close to a pub. Near National Park. Cairngorms National Park 3.3 miles; Blair Atholl 3.4 miles; Pitlochry 3.6 miles. (Ref. 1056397)

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7 nights from £1982

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
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Winding Wheel Cottage is a well-positioned, four-bedroom holiday home resting in Cambois near Ashington, Northumberland. Beach views. Enclosed garden. Morpeth 8 miles; Newcastle 15.3 miles; Alnwick 27.6 miles. (Ref. 1145409)

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7 nights from £639

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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The Miners Hall, a breathtaking converted chapel located in the quaint town of Stanley, County Durham. Stained-glass windows. Hot tub. Sauna. Jukebox. Durham 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 11 miles; Sunderland 17.3 miles. (Ref. 1128283)

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7 nights from £1331

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  • Sleeps8
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Birkwray Barn, a beautifully-luxurious, three-storey abode situated in Outgate near Hawkshead in Cumbria, with a woodburning stove and countryside views. Ambleside 3.8 miles; Kendal 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1162435)

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7 nights from £1218

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
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A wonderful detached cottage situated in Lyne Station, Scotland. Ground-floor accommodation. Great for families. Pet-friendly. Penicuik 13.3 miles. Edinburgh 22.4 miles. Melrose 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1058613)

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7 nights from £1380

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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Lakeside View is part of the beautiful Landing How Estate at Lakeside, Cumbria. In Lake District National Park. Off-road parking. Private. Windermere Train Station 9.9 miles; Kendal 12.7 miles; Ambleside 13 miles. (Ref. 1140421)

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7 nights from £691

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  • Bedrooms6
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This fabulous, six-bedroom holiday home rests in Kemeys Commander, near Usk, Monmouthshire. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Near a National Park. Abergavenny 8.5 miles; Monmouth 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1129179)

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7 nights from £1230

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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St Aidans is a wonderful, pet-friendly holiday house situated in the town of Alnwick in Northumberland with an indulgent hot tub for guests. Alnmouth 4.6 miles; Rothbury 12 miles; Bamburgh 16.7 miles. (Ref. 1140260)

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7 nights from £1495

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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An impressive new property to Sykes, Croft Cottage is a charming, three-bedroom abode resting rurally in Castleton, Derbyshire. Hot tub. Rural. Family-friendly. In Peak District National Park. Hope 1.5 miles; Buxton 10.1 miles; Bakewell 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1057505)

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7 nights from £771

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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This enchanting detached house is found on elevated grounds within the charming village of Symonds Yat, Herefordshire. All en-suite rooms. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Monmouth 4.8 miles; Ross-on-Wye 6.8 miles; Whitecastle 14.3 miles. (Ref. 997890)

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7 nights from £915

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A stone-built, terraced cottage in the peaceful hamlet of Ovington, County Durham. Lovely views. 5 x TVs with Freeview. 3 pets welcome. Barbecue. Barnard Castle 6.6 miles; Richmond 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1045366)

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7 nights from £530

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  • Sleeps5
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A lovely, three-bedroom property set in the village of Kingsland, Herefordshire. Pet-friendly. EV charger. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities. Enclosed garden. Leominster 4.1 miles; Ludlow 11 miles. (Ref. 1089760)

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7 nights from £529

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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Seaward is a bright and spacious ground-floor apartment resting in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Near beach and amenities. In AONB. Pet-friendly. Enclosed courtyard. Charmouth 3.3 miles; Axminster 5 miles; Bridport 10 miles; Sidmouth 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1143853)

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7 nights from £608

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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Britannia Crossings Cottage, a beautifully-presented abode perched by the river in Kingswear, Devon. Ground-floor living. Smart TV. River views. Fire pit. Totnes 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1130777)

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  • 20% off - Fri 14th Mar to 21st Mar 2025

7 nights from £1029

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!