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This stunning apartment is based in Lynton, Devon. Sea views. WiFi. Enclosed garden. Ilfracombe 18 miles; Minehead 18 miles. (Ref. 1002331)

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for 7 nights £635

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Lilac Cottage is a delightful cottage nestled in the village of Wombleton in North Yorkshire. Close to farm shop. Near North York Moors. Enclosed garden. Helmsley 4.2 miles; Pickering 10.1 miles; York 22.2 miles (Ref. 1126412)

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  • 5% off - Fri 27th Feb to 6th Mar 2026


for 7 nights £334

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    4.9

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Beckside Cottage is a stylish, pet-friendly terraced holiday cottage situated in the lovely town of Penrith in Cumbria with lovely en-suite bedrooms. Keswick 17.3 miles; Carlisle 19.9 miles. (Ref. 1172486)

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for 7 nights £583

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Lovely Wales cottage on working farm in beautiful Conwy Valley. Well-equipped with open fire, four poster & wonderful views. Betws-y-Coed 3.5 miles. (Ref. 2987)

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for 7 nights £402

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
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This superb detached cottage rests in the village of Llanarmon-Yn-Ial, North Wales. Zip/link beds. Pet-friendly. Mold 7 miles; Ruthin 7 miles. (Ref. 1003998)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 7 nights £556

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Detached cottage in Ludlow. Spacious, well-equipped, light and airy accommodation. Lawned garden. 10 mins walk to town centre. Ideal year round accommodation. Church Stretton 15 miles. (Ref. 921988)

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  • Sky TV


for 7 nights £445

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  • Sleeps6
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    4.7

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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

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.6

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The Wonky Burrow is a stylish, lower-ground-floor apartment nestled in the outskirts of Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Windermere Train Station 1.3 miles: Ambleside 5.6 miles; Kendal 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1141446)

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for 7 nights £586

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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Delightful County Durham cottage, centrally located in the village of Westgate. Woodburning stove. Backing on to the River Wear and close to open countryside. Alston 14.3 miles. (Ref. 915378)

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for 7 nights £505

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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An exceptional dog friendly duplex apartment resting on the outskirts of Dartmouth. Open-plan living. Close to the River Dart. Allocated parking. Kingswear 1.7 miles; Totnes 15.1 miles. (Ref. 1140526)

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for 7 nights £645

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    5.0

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Ty Crwn, a plush pet-friendly Celtic roundhouse nestled near Lampeter in Ceredigion, with stunning views from the hot tub, copper bath and a fire pit. Carmarthen 23.1 miles; Aberystwyth 22.4 miles; Cardigan 26.3 miles. (Ref. 1136441)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 7 nights £712

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.5

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This delightful, two-bedroom end-terrace home rests in Wark, Northumberland. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Close to amenities. Bellingham 5.7 miles; Hexham 10.7 miles; Corbridge 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1114364)

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for 7 nights £395

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Penny Cottage is a beautiful, pet-friendly holiday home resting in the quaint little village of Haworth in West Yorkshire and is near a local shop and pub. Skipton 11.4 miles; Hebden Bridge 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1152543)

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for 7 nights £357

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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The Coach House, a stunning, pet-friendly house nestled in the village of Holloway in Derbyshire, featuring a woodburning stove, and off-road parking. Matlock Bath 4.1 miles; Matlock 4.4 miles; Peak District National Park 9 miles. (Ref. 1161872)

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  • 10% off - Fri 27th Feb to 14th Mar 2026


for 7 nights £770

  • Sleeps15
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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The Barn is a stunning house resting in the village of Helperby, North Yorkshire, boasting a games room, hot tub, barbecue, and ground-floor living. Aldborough 5 miles; Ripon 9.7 miles; Harrogate 14.8 miles; York 18 miles. (Ref. 1146081)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £2153

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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Pagecroft Cottage is a quaint Grade-II listed home situated in the countryside of Haydon Bridge, Northumberland, featuring an electric fire and a Smart TV. Hexham 7.3 miles; Haltwhistle 9.8 miles. (Ref. 1173635)

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for 7 nights £377

  • 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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for 7 nights £582

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    5.0

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Flat 2 The Cedars is an exquisitely renovated split level apartment located in Sherborne Lane, Lyme Regis. Near to beach and welcoming pets. Charmouth 3 miles; Axminster 5.4 miles; Bridport 9.7 miles; Sidmouth 15.7 miles. (Ref. 1170840)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £621

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Wren Cottage is a beautifully-presented holiday abode in the picturesque, medieval town of Stratford-upon-Avon. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Warwick 10.4 miles; Royal Leamington Spa 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1154408)

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for 7 nights £591

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £965

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!