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Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Alfresco Lodge, a charming, single-storey cottage in White Cross Bay holiday park near Windermere, Cumbria. Smart TV. Electric fire. Private parking. Windermere 1.7 miles; Ambleside 2.8 miles. (Ref. 1089012)

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


for 7 nights £604

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  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Moss Crag, a welcoming house, in Lake District National Park, Glenridding, Cumbria, boasting en-suite facilities and is near a lake, river and amenities. Pooley Bridge 8 miles; Windermere 12 miles; Penrith 12.5 miles (Ref. 1175242)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1368

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

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Perfect retreat in Bitton village. Close to beautiful city of Bath and vibrant Bristol. Ideal for couples seeking a getaway surrounded by stunning countryside, historic towns and villages. Bath 7 miles, Bristol 7.5 miles. (Ref. 927844)

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


for 7 nights £333

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Prospect Barn is a pleasant, single-storey, and pet-friendly cottage located in West Witton, North Yorkshire, boasting an enclosed garden and Smart TV. Leyburn 3.8 miles; Middleham 5 miles; Hawes 12.8 miles; Richmond 12.8 miles; Darlington 28.7 miles. (Ref. 1171484)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £437

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely terraced cottage situated in the village of Keswick in the Lake District. Over three floors. Woodburner. Spacious retreat. Perfect for families or travellers. Bassenthwaite 7 miles. (Ref. 977956)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £732

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

11 Eagle Parade is a fantastic first-floor apartment resting in the heart of Buxton, a refreshing spa town in Derbyshire. Near Peak District National Park. Tideswell 7.4 miles; Bakewell 11.7 miles; Matlock 20.1 miles. (Ref. 1152767)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £658

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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An exceptional holiday home in the rural Scottish village of Ballater in Aberdeenshire. Woodburning stove. Family friendly. Village centre. Braemar 16.3 miles; Grantown-on-Spey 38.2 miles; Aberdeen 41.3 miles. (Ref. 1053964)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
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for 7 nights £492

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

9 Swan House is a charming cottage tucked away within Tweitfield Marina near Carnforth in Lancashire, admiring marina views and nearby a National Park. Carnforth 2.7 miles; Kendal 13.7 miles; Windermere 21.1 miles. (Ref. 1169103)

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


for 7 nights £619

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Hill House Farm, a fabulous detached farmhouse resting in Upper Heyford, Northamptonshire. Child and pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Close to Wedding Venues. Silverstone 12.6 miles, Rugby 16.6 miles, Warwick 29.3 miles. (Ref. 1071063)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £1623

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This second-floor apartment can be found within a tranquil setting of Scotland. Open-plan living. WiFi. Close to the coast. Near to the Cairngorms National Park. Romantic retreat. Last minute. Culloden 1.2 miles; Inverness 4.8 miles. (Ref. 1001297)

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


for 7 nights £422

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

22 River View is a delightful, second-floor apartment resting in Garstang, Lancashire. Close to a shop and a pub. Near AONB. Couple’s retreat. Lancaster 10.2 miles; Preston 11.2 miles; Forest of Bowland AONB 15.8 miles. (Ref. 1141018)

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


for 7 nights £389

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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This three-storey terraced cottage rests in a charming location in the pretty town of Middleton-in-Teesdale. Village green views. Original features. Pet-friendly. Sun room. Barnard Castle 9.8 miles. (Ref. 1048505)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £496

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A peaceful annexe nestled in the lovely village of Ballater in Aberdeenshire. Romantic retreat. Woodburning stove. Bike storage. Braemar 16.3 miles; Grantown-on-Spey 38.2 miles; Aberdeen 41.3 miles. (Ref. 1058616)

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


for 7 nights £430

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful, Edwardian house resting on the outskirts of Church Fenton. Woodburner. Rear garden. York 15.9 miles; Leeds 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1009206)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £355

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This marvellous, first-floor apartment rests in Marchwood, Hampshire. Open-plan. Balconies. Near railway station. Ashurst 4.9 miles; Southampton 7.5 miles; Lymington 14 miles. (Ref. 1072706)

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


for 7 nights £611

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A detached family holiday home resting in Orford, Suffolk. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Close to a beach. Aldeburgh 11.1 miles; Saxmundham 11.3 miles; Southwold 24.2 miles. (Ref. 1117019)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1230

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Swifts Reach Lodge is an elegant, single-storey lodge located in the heart of the Lake District National Park, near Windermere, Cumbria. Pet friendly. Windermere 3.2 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 4.1 miles; Kendal 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1169857)

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


for 7 nights £595

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.3

    Good

  • Sykes rating

Shearwater is a marvellous cottage near Pembroke, Pembrokeshire, boasting a woodburning stove, partial ground-floor living and estuary views to admire. Tenby 12.2 miles; Haverfordwest 13.6 miles. (Ref. 1168703)

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


for 7 nights £475

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A remarkable ground-floor apartment overlooking Bow Creek in the pint-sized hamlet of Tuckenhay, Devon. Open-plan. Views. Woodburning stove. Dartington 5.3 miles; Dartmouth 7.5 miles; Torquay 11.9 miles. (Ref. 1071465)

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


for 7 nights £634

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Lund House is a pleasant, pet-friendly house situated nearby a beach in Ulverston, Cumbria, boasting a hot tub, electric fire, and eight Smart TVs. Lake Windermere 17.1 miles; Coniston Water 11.9 miles; Kendal 24.6 miles. (Ref. 1163196)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1611

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!