Holiday Cottages by a River

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A delightful two-bedroom terraced house resting in the heart of Lewes, Sussex. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. In a National Park. Brighton 10.2 miles; Eastbourne 16.4 miles; Hastings 28.4 miles. (Ref. 1096077)

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for 7 nights £589

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A delightful, maisonette property situated within the town of Kirkby Lonsdale. Open-plan living. WiFi. Woodburning stove. Kendal 13.7 miles. (Ref. 1024467)

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for 7 nights £457

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    5.0

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Stunning barn conversion. Both bedrooms en-suite. Ideally situated for Yorkshire Dales and South Lakes. WiFi. Wood burning stove. Village location. Kendal 5 minutes. (Ref. 972379)

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  • Off-road parking
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for 7 nights £491

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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Sweden Bridge Cottage is a delightful cottage located in the village of Ambleside in Cumbria. In the Lake District National Park. Driveway parking. Grasmere 4.2 miles; Windermere 5 miles; Keswick 16.5 miles. (Ref. 1156397)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £723

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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A wonderful former mill in riverside location, 1 mile from the village of Meigle. Working wheel feature still in place, en-suites, WiFi, trout fishing on river. Blairgowrie 9 miles. (Ref. 1016379)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £684

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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Wonderful shepherd's hut set alongside the River Taw, on the fringes of High Bickington, in Devon. Woodburner. Hot tub. Countryside location. Barnstaple 9.5 miles. (Ref. 988227)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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for 7 nights £477

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.3

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A stylish, ground-floor property in the hamlet of Norton Green on the Isle of Wight. Country views. Open-plan. Freshwater 1 mile. (Ref. 1010453)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 7 nights £366

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A charming cottage resting in the centre of Mordiford, near Hereford, Herefordshire. Close to a pub. Garden. Close to AONB. Hereford 4.8 miles; Wye Valley AONB 10.1 miles; Malvern Hills AONB 17.9 miles. (Ref. 1132430)

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for 7 nights £446

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £1419

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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Overlea Cottage is a charming barn conversion resting in New Mills near Hayfield, Derbyshire, boasting a hot tub, woodburning stove, and open-plan living. New Mills 2.8 miles; Chapel-en-le-Frith 6 miles; Marple 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1025634)

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  • Hot Tub
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for 7 nights £644

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This private cottage is a perfect romantic retreat in Kirkbean near New Abbey, Scotland. Woodburning stove. WiFi. New Abbey 4.5 miles; Dumfries 11.7 miles; Castle Douglas 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1027035)

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


for 7 nights £370

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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An attractive dormer bungalow resting in Darley Dale, close to the Peak District National Park. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Wheelchair friendly. Matlock 3.1 miles; Bakewell 5.5 miles; Ashbourne 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1077976)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £574

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A stunning, first floor granary barn conversion, on a working dairy farm, near the centre of Valley, Isle of Anglesey. Luxury accommodation. Woodburner. WiFi. Trearddur Bay 4 miles. (Ref. 983383)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £397

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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The Happy Hut is an inviting, secluded hut situated in a serene setting in the village of Sopley, near Christchurch, Dorset. Romantic. Quiet location. Bournemouth 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1141027)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub


for 7 nights £385

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £612

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A superb reverse-level cottage set in the centre of Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. Ideal for couples. Open-plan. Great touring base. Appleby-in-Westmorland 10.5 miles; Barnard Castle 21.7 miles. (Ref. 1059544)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 7 nights £375

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A classic semi-detached cottage resting in the quiet village of Hopton, close to Wirksworth, Derbyshire. Stone cottage. Multi-fuel burner. Carsington 0.3 miles; Wirksworth 2 miles; Brassington 3.9 miles. (Ref. 1012202)

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for 7 nights £494

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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 £558

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A stunning two-bedroom converted chapel resting in Dorstone, Hereford. Historic. En-suite bedrooms. Near a National Park. Private gardens. Off-road parking. Hay-on-Wye 6.6 miles; Hereford 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1136033)

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for 7 nights £618

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A characterful cottage set in the rural village of Eglwyswrw, Wales. Scenic setting. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Cardigan 7.6 miles; Fishguard 12.8 miles; Carmarthen 25.5 miles. (Ref. 1060313)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £586

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!