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Holiday Cottages by a River

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This delightful cottage rests on the outskirts of Haworth, West Yorkshire. Beautiful views. Pool table. Bedroom with en-suite. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Hebden Bridge 9.4 miles; Skipton 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1075586)

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7 nights from £733

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Large converted pub and restaurant in the village of Hope. Nine bedrooms with en-suites. Two sitting rooms and conservatory for dining. Games area. Large enclosed garden with hot tub as well as an enclosed children's play area. Castleton 1.5 miles. (Ref. 948174)

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7 nights from £4245

  • Sleeps8
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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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7 nights from £1610

  • 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

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The Squirrels is a well-presented, stone cottage located in the bustling market town of Hebden Bridge in West Yorkshire. Balcony terrace. Near amenities. Haworth 8.3 miles; Halifax 8.8 miles; Holmfirth 20 miles; Skipton 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1150606)

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7 nights from £648

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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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7 nights from £2070

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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 £960

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Well-presented, brick-built converted barn situated on the owner's working cattle farm, near Caersws in Powys. Off-road parking. Countryside views. Open-plan. Newtown 6 miles. (Ref. 986384)

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7 nights from £347

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Harvest Moon Cottage is a characterful, detached abode nestled on the outskirts of Much Cowarne, Herefordshire. Ground-floor living. Ledbury 8 miles, Hereford 11.2 miles, Malvern Hills 11.3 miles, Worcester 15.7 miles, Tenbury Wells 17.1 miles (Ref. 1150952)

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7 nights from £364

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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A charming stone-built cottage in the hamlet of Ovington. Romantic accommodation with a woodburning stove. Pet-friendly property with enclosed garden. Ideal touring base. Barnard Castle 8 miles. (Ref. 1021694)

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7 nights from £350

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This magnificent barn conversion is based in Giggleswick, North Yorkshire. All en-suites. Hot tub. Spacious rooms. Country views. Settle 1.3 miles; Ingleton 10 miles. (Ref. 985150)

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7 nights from £1835

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  • Sleeps8
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Outstanding luxury holiday home in central Keswick location. 4 double bedrooms, all en-suite. WiFi. Dishwasher. Hot tub. Dog-friendly. Off road parking. Walking and cycling trails, Derwentwater 10 minutes. (Ref. 972402)

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7 nights from £1095

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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An excellent, semi-detached house sitting in Elgin, Moray. Electric fire. Dog-friendly. Ample off-road parking. Lossiemouth 7.3 miles; Fochabers 8.4 miles; Burghead 9.7 miles. (Ref. 1095361)

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7 nights from £1348

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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A well-presented property based in the village of Newton on Derwent, East Riding of Yorkshire. Enclosed garden. Open-plan. Electric fire. York 8.8 miles; Hull 30.2 miles. (Ref. 1134542)

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7 nights from £518

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  • Sleeps4
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This charming, two-bedroom holiday lodge rests in Cupar, Fife. Smart TV. Electric fire. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Open-plan. St Andrews 10.6 miles; Kirkcaldy 16 miles (Ref. 1134482)

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7 nights from £537

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Southbank is a superb, Grade II Listed abode situated on the rural outskirts of Bath, Somerset. Pet-friendly. Near shop. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Bristol 11.2 miles; Glastonbury 26.1 miles. (Ref. 1152472)

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7 nights from £745

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A spectacular, detached house resting in the Borrowdale Valley near Rosthwaite, Cumbria. Bedrooms with en-suites. Woodburning stoves. Large garden. Keswick 7.6 miles. (Ref. 1064519)

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7 nights from £1883

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Linton Laithe is a picturesque barn conversion in Linton, near Threshfield, North Yorkshire. In Yorkshire Dales National Park. Countryside views. Pets. Grassington 1.5 miles; Skipton 8.2 miles. (Ref. 1138729)

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7 nights from £1441

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A spacious bungalow set in lovely grounds in the village of Rhydyfelin near Aberystwyth, Ceredigion. Child-friendly. Smart TV. Lawned garden. Rural views. Borth 8.6 miles; Aberaeron 13.7 miles. (Ref. 1121398)

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7 nights from £561

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

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This well-positioned four-bedroom abode rests in Coniston, Cumbria. Stunning views. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Hawkshead 4.9 miles; Ambleside 7.6 miles. (Ref. 1115131)

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7 nights from £1000

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!