Holiday Cottages by a River

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The Canalside Cottage is a stunning, single-storey cottage located near Shardlow, Derbyshire, boasting open-plan living, EV charging, and canal views. Derby 8.8 miles; Loughborough 10.7 miles; Nottingham 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1177941)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £778

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  • Sleeps2
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A delightful wooden lodge nestled on the outskirts of Keswick, Cumbria. Open-plan living. In Lake District National Park. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Bassenthwaite 6.1 miles; Cockermouth 13.1 miles. (Ref. 1106988)

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for 7 nights £493

  • Sleeps5
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    4.7

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Gwel Y Fenai is a delightful holiday home nestled in the village of Y Felinheli in Gwynedd. Grade II listed. Barn conversion. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Caernarfon 3.2 miles; Bangor 7.6 miles; Llanberis 8 miles. (Ref. 1077697)

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for 7 nights £822

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    4.9

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A superb, detached single-storey cottage resting near Warkworth and the Northumberland Heritage Coastline. Open-plan living room. Stunning interior design. Far reaching views of the sea and Warkworth Castle. Amble 3.8 miles; Alnwick 6.1 miles. (Ref. 1052864)

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for 7 nights £860

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Dalegarth Hall Farm Cottage 2 is a delightful holiday home situated in Boot, Eskdale, a quaint parish in Cumbria. In National Park. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Eskdale 1.9 miles; Gosforth 7.3 miles; Seascale 9.9 miles; Wasdale Head 11.5 miles. (Ref. 1135822)

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for 7 nights £572

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This fabulous property sits in the Avon valley near Stonehenge. This tranquil setting has woodland and a large garden and the River Avon flowing through it with double bank fly fishing. Amesbury 3.2 miles; Salisbury 10.1 miles; Southampton 33.1 miles. (Ref. 1076792)

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for 7 nights £1533

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Blackwell Lodge 3, a charming lodge resting in Carlton-in-Cleveland near Swainby, North Yorkshire. Near National Park. Hot tub. Countryside view. Swainby 3 miles; Stokesley 3.4 miles; Middlesbrough 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1158475)

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for 7 nights £648

  • Sleeps4
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    4.8

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A Stones Throw is a gorgeous cottage resting in the village of Sawdon near East Ayton in North Yorkshire, boasting a woodburning stove and welcoming a pet. Scarborough 10 miles; North York Moors National Park 13.2 miles; Flamborough 24.3 miles. (Ref. 1154362)

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for 7 nights £402

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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Arnaval is a practical detached house in Carbost, Isle of Skye boasting pet-friendly policies, a Smart TV, dishwasher and stunning views of the valley. Glenbrittle 10.1 miles; Portree 19 miles; Broadford 25.9 miles. (Ref. 1158981)

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for 7 nights £910

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Marcus Barn, a stunning barn conversion sitting on the edge of County Durham in the charming village of Ebchester. Pet-friendly. Near North Pennies AONB. Consett 3.4 miles; Beamish 10.3 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 13.8 miles; Sunderland 22.3 miles (Ref. 1158607)

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for 7 nights £562

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  • Sleeps4
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Wordsworth is a gorgeous lodge on North Lakes Holiday Park, near Aspatria, Cumbria, boasting a hot tub, Smart TV, and open-plan living space. Cockermouth 9.5 miles, Keswick 17.3 miles, Carlisle 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1189385)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1109

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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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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for 7 nights £702

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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A charming traditional stone-built cottage situated in the village centre of Wooler, in Northumberland. Open fire. WiFi. Berwick-upon-Tweed 17 miles; Alnwick 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1036646)

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for 7 nights £372

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The Sheraton Retreat is a stylish lodge on North Lakes Holiday Park, near Aspatria, Cumbria, featuring a hot tub, open-plan layout, and sauna. Cockermouth 9.5 miles, Keswick 17.3 miles, Carlisle 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1189370)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1589

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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Wellington is a delightful lodge on North Lakes Holiday Park, near Aspatria, Cumbria, boasting a hot tub, en-suite bathroom, and open-plan living. Cockermouth 9.5 miles, Keswick 17.3 miles, Carlisle 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1189408)

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for 7 nights £1179

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The Old Jet Workshop is a harmonious single-storey cottage in the heart of Whitby, North Yorkshire, boasting an open-plan layout and is near the beach. Robin Hood's Bay 6.2 miles; Scarborough 20.3 miles; Pickering 21.2 miles; Guisborough 22 miles. (Ref. 1173443)

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for 7 nights £419

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The Lodge is a rustic Swiss-style abode set in the valleys of Struy near Beauly in Highland, enjoying a woodburning stove and overlooking the River Beauly. Inverness 19 miles. (Ref. 1159255)

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for 7 nights £803

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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Celyn is a lovely shepherd hut near Dolgellau and Barmouth, boasting a private hot tub outdoors alongside a pond with stunning countryside views to admire. Barmouth 6.4 miles; Fairbourne 9.7 miles; Aberdovey 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1166670)

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for 7 nights £356

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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

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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Dingle is a charming bungalow near the town of Cleobury Mortimer, Worcestershire, boasting a woodburning stove, countryside views and TVs in every bedroom. Bewdley 7.1 miles; Tenbury Wells 8.8 miles. Worcester 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1177671)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £517

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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!