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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £586

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
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    5.0

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Heilan Roo is a stunning, contemporary property in Killiecrankie near Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross. Close to a river. Close to a pub. Near National Park. Cairngorms National Park 3.3 miles; Blair Atholl 3.4 miles; Pitlochry 3.6 miles. (Ref. 1056397)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • 10% off - Fri 13th Mar to 27th Mar 2026


for 7 nights £1842

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    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

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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

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A well-positioned, single-storey bungalow resting in Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire. Romantic. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities and River Wyre. Boat parking. Blackpool 6 miles. (Ref. 1118950)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 7 nights £348

  • Sleeps2
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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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for 7 nights £712

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    4.8

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Apartment at The Old Dog, Thorpe, a wonderful first-floor apartment set in the pretty village of Thorpe within the Peak District National Park, Derbyshire. Ashbourne 4 miles. (Ref. 1154005)

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for 7 nights £460

  • 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
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    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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for 7 nights £800

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  • Bedrooms6
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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
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £2044

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  • Sleeps3
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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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for 7 nights £621

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

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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

  • 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

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £803

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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The Coach House is a delightful duplex apartment tucked away in the area of Downton Castle nr Ludlow, Shropshire. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Bromfield 2.4 miles; Leintwardine 4.7 miles; Ludlow 7 miles; Bucknell 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1077965)

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for 7 nights £552

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This delightful detached cottage is located in Noss Mayo, Devon. Terrace. Open-plan living. WiFi. Water activities and each short walk away. Newton Ferrers 1 mile; Plymouth 10 miles. (Ref. 1007669)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • 5% off - Fri 27th Feb to 3rd Apr 2026


for 7 nights £586

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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Station Masters House is a beautiful, semi-detached house resting in the remote village of Kielder in Scottish Borders with a toasty woodburning stove. Newcastleton 10 miles; Bellingham 26.6 miles; Hexham 41.9 miles. (Ref. 1144160)

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for 7 nights £613

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This gorgeous three-storey cottage lies in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Enclosed garden. No pets. Bedroom with en-suite. Off-road parking. Chatsworth 9.6 miles; Matlock 8.3 miles; Buxton 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1064674)

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for 7 nights £872

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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

  • 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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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £1585

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!