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Holm Oak Lodge is a delightful, single-storey lodge located near Tendring, Essex, well-positioned to nearby amenities and boasting a woodburning stove. Holland-on-Sea 8.1 miles; Frinton-on-Sea 19.8 miles; Colchester 19.8 miles. (Ref. 1163023)

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for 7 nights £587

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Immaculate detached cottage in secluded countryside. Superb quality, large garden, hot tub. Near coast and ideal for walking, cycling or touring. Bookable with Ref 12682 to sleep 8. Oban 10 miles. (Ref. 12167)

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for 7 nights £696

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This charming chalet-style cottage rests in the village of Neen Sollars, in Shropshire. Games room. Woodburning stove. Tenbury Wells 6.1 miles; Kidderminster 13.3 miles. (Ref. 1010755)

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for 7 nights £434

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5 Hamilton Terrace is a quaint mid-terrace sitting at the top of the lovely village of Pateley Bridge, Yorkshire, with a woodburning stove and parking. Grassington 10.6 miles; Ripon 11.8 miles; Harrogate 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1162832)

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Fabulous modern cottage in quiet area of Whitby. Immaculately-presented, spacious, well-equipped accommodation. Sunny rear patio with steam trains passing by! Off road parking for 2 cars. All amenities 5 mins walk. (Ref. 905138)

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for 7 nights £672

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A lovely, detached Baslow cottage with original features and character charm. A cosy, welcoming Baslow cottage close to the Chatsworth Estate, beautiful walks and nearby Bakewell. (Ref. 4126)

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for 7 nights £426

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Peaceful, secluded ground floor holiday home on the outskirts of Rhandirmwyn, on the edge of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons). WiFi. Woodburner. Garden with furniture. Great walks from the doorstep. Llandovery 7 miles. (Ref. 923247)

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for 7 nights £394

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Set on the banks of the River Arrow is this lovely characterful cottage. With latched doors and black and white beams, this is a charming base. Pet-friendly, open fire, woodburning stove. Leominster 5 miles. (Ref. 955518)

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for 7 nights £628

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Panacia is a terraced, Victorian house in the seaside town of Fowey, Cornwall. Sea views. Close to beach. Close to pub. Open-plan living. Private patio. Par 3.5 miles; St Austell 8.4 miles; Bodmin 11.5 miles. (Ref. 1143916)

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for 7 nights £627

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A fabulous opportunity to relax in a traditional cottage, overlooking a pretty rambling garden providing a real retreat, ideal for family and friends to spend time together in idyllic surroundings. WiFi. Woodburner. (Ref. 926185)

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for 7 nights £508

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms5
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Knoll View, a wonderful, three-storey abode located in Bradwell in Derbyshire, enjoying countryside views in the heart of the Peak District National Park. Castleton 3.8 miles; Tideswell 4.7 miles; Buxton 13.3 miles; Bakewell 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1163073)

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for 7 nights £1138

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This semi-detached cottage lies in the small village of Great Asby near Appleby-In-Westmorland. Renovated barn. Underfloor heating. En-suite. Kirkby Stephen 7.7 miles; Penrith 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1044804)

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for 7 nights £593

  • Sleeps4
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A fabulous cottage set on a working farm in the village of Rhigos near Glynneath, Rhondda Cynon Taff. Contemporary style. Off-road parking. EV charger. Rural surroundings. Brecon 22.4 miles; Swansea 24.4 miles. (Ref. 1133828)

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for 7 nights £635

  • Sleeps6
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Delightful semi-detached cottage in scattered hamlet at heart of Angus. Quality accommodation. Kirriemuir 7 miles. (Ref. 1905)

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for 7 nights £520

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This delightful detached cottage is located in Noss Mayo, Devon. Terrace. Open-plan living. WiFi. Water activities and each short walk away. Newton Ferrers 1 mile; Plymouth 10 miles. (Ref. 1007669)

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for 7 nights £586

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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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for 7 nights £965

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An exceptional, detached holiday retreat on the outskirts of Kendal. River views. Off-road parking. WiFi. Hot tub. Windermere 9.4 miles; Ambleside 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1066269)

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for 7 nights £1316

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
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Chapelfield, a grand, detached abode situated in the village of Alderwasley in Derbyshire, with a woodburning stove and a short drive to a National Park. Matlock 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1162662)

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for 7 nights £955

  • Sleeps12
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Ridge House is a luxury, three-storey house overlooking Lake Windermere near Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, boasting a cinema, games room, and boathouse. Windermere Train Station 4.8 miles; Ambleside 9 miles; Kendal 10.9 miles. (Ref. 1165746)

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for 7 nights £5999

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Strawberry Cottage, a beautifully-presented, detached abode set in Wester Essendy near Dunkeld in Scotland. Woodburning stove. Single-storey. Countryside. Blairgowrie 3 miles; Dunkeld 7 miles; Perth 15.7 miles; Pitlochry 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1153652)

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for 7 nights £724

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!