Holiday Cottages by a River

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Leathes Head Country House, resting near Keswick, Cumbria, boasting a woodburning stove, hot tub, games room, and ample off-road parking. Bassenthwaite 10.7 miles; Cockermouth 16.7 miles; Ullswater 20.2 miles; Windermere 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1169905)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights From £3062

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farm Retreat, a charming stone-built cottage on the outskirts of Austwick in North Yorkshire boasts a woodburning stove and nearby amenities. Settle 5.3 miles; Ingleton 6.4 miles; Skipton 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1199055)

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


for 7 nights From £400

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This romantic holiday cottage can be found in the charming village of Longnor in Staffordshire. Peak District National Park. Pet-friendly. Multi-fuel stove. Buxton 6.8 miles; Bakewell 9.3 miles; Stoke-on-Trent 21.9 miles (Ref. 1058320)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights From £476

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.5

    Outstanding

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Raven Lane Retreat is a Grade II listed property in Ludlow, Shropshire, with an exposed stone dining room and is close to amenities. Church Stretton 20.8 miles; Hereford 23.7 miles; Worcester 32.2 miles; Shrewsbury 34.4 miles. (Ref. 1182902)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights From £568

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farmhouse, a wonderful home on the outskirts of Austwick and Yorkshire Dales National Park, boasts serene views, hot tub and woodburning stove. Settle 5.3 miles; Ingleton 6.6 miles; Skipton 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1199058)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights From £1089

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Oaks in Delamere, Cheshire, is a stylish single-storey caravan with open-plan living, wraparound decking and contemporary comforts. Chester 11.2 miles. (Ref. 1194086)

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


for 7 nights From £422

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Forge is a delightful cottage in Castleton, Derbyshire, featuring three bedrooms, a woodburning stove, EV charging, and an enclosed courtyard garden. Castleton 0.1 miles; Tideswell 6.6 miles. (Ref. 1195719)

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


for 7 nights From £933

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 Book one of these 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!