Holiday Cottages by a River

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

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Channel View House is an exceptional holiday home nestled just outside Wadebridge, Cornwall. Smart TV. Electric fire. Outdoor fireplace with a BBQ grill. En-suites. EV Charging. Padstow 6.8 miles; Newquay 14.6 miles. (Ref. 1149625)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • 10% off - Fri 10th Jul to 31st Jul 2026


for 7 nights From £1336

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

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Ellis House, a tasteful house nestled in the village of Airton in North Yorkshire, features a warming woodburning stove, Smart TV and rural vistas. Malham 2.6 miles; Gargrave 4.8 miles; Settle 6.4 miles; Skipton 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1168166)

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


for 7 nights From £616

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Antoninus Barn, a lovely cottage set in the historical village of Ebchester in County Durham. Single-storey. Near North Pennies AONB. Family and pet-friendly. Consett 3.4 miles; Beamish 10.3 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 13.8 miles; Sunderland 22.3 miles (Ref. 1158606)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights From £469

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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A wonderful riverside cottage resting in the heart of Dulverton, Somerset. Woodburning stove. Views onto historic bridge. Peaceful riverside location. Ground-floor living. Travel cot. Tiverton 12.8 miles; Minehead 18 miles; Barnstaple 25.8 miles. (Ref. 1111533)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights From £593

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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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

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Folly View, a delightful single-storey cottage near Powburn, Northumberland, boasting a woodburning stove, a Smart TV and stunning countryside views. Alnwick 11.7 miles; Wooler 7.7 miles; Rothbury 18.4 miles. (Ref. 1172043)

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


for 7 nights From £567

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!