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Holiday Cottages by a River

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Melin Y Plas is a contemporary detached home with private direct access to the beach and sea views throughout, in the village of Llanaber in Gwynedd. Barmouth 2.4 miles; Harlech 8.4 miles. (Ref. 1160130)

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7 nights from £736

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes
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St Aidans is a wonderful, pet-friendly holiday house situated in the town of Alnwick in Northumberland with an indulgent hot tub for guests. Alnmouth 4.6 miles; Rothbury 12 miles; Bamburgh 16.7 miles. (Ref. 1140260)

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7 nights from £1340

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  • Sleeps8
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    4.7

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This homely bungalow can be found in the charming village of Bridge of Tilt in Perthshire, Scotland. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. On the fringes of the Cairngorms National Park. Pitlochry 7.1 miles; Aberfeldy 21.2 miles; Newtonmore 34.6 miles. (Ref. 1054684)

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7 nights from £655

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A lovely detached cottage near Kirriemuir in Angus. Two woodburning stoves. WiFi. Lawned garden with furniture. Kirriemuir 6 miles. (Ref. 24161)

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7 nights from £485

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A beautiful Georgian-style house. Close to Llyn Dinas at Beddgelert, great walk nearby. Open fire, TV with freeview. WIFI. Amazing views. (Ref. 1008806)

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7 nights from £841

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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Hindon Hall is situated near Carbis Bay in Cornwall. Superb setting. Outstanding views. Family-friendly. Dog-friendly. Hayle 1.9 miles. St Ives 3.7 miles. Penzance 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1146084)

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7 nights from £1505

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms5
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    4.5

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Detached Exmoor cottage. Open fire. Near Tarr Steps. Fly fishing. Riding stables nearby. Peaceful. Dulverton 5 miles. (Ref. 975955)

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7 nights from £700

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
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Swallows Reach is a delightfully spacious cottage with an indoor swimming pool and toasty woodburning stove, located in the village of Halwell, Devon. Totnes 5.6 miles; Dartmouth 9.4 miles; Buckfastleigh 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1166125)

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7 nights from £1021

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.2

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A sophisticated cottage resting within open countryside views in the idyllic village of Gilsland near Brampton, Cumrbia. Contemporary. Bed with built-in TV. Private garden. Haltwhistle 5.1 miles; Carlisle 18 miles; Hexham 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1044790)

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7 nights from £390

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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Birkwray Barn, a beautifully-luxurious, three-storey abode situated in Outgate near Hawkshead in Cumbria, with a woodburning stove and countryside views. Ambleside 3.8 miles; Kendal 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1162435)

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7 nights from £1151

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Knoll View, a wonderful, three-storey abode located in Bradwell in Derbyshire, enjoying countryside views in the heart of the Peak District National Park. Castleton 3.8 miles; Tideswell 4.7 miles; Buxton 13.3 miles; Bakewell 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1163073)

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7 nights from £1012

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.0

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This wonderful detached cottage rests in Skerray near Bettyhill, Highlands. Exceptional views. WiFi. Ground-floor living. Family-friendly. Near a beach. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Tongue 8.7 miles; Talmine 13.1 miles. (Ref. 1078411)

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7 nights from £439

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A spacious cottage resting in Pen-y-Bont near Llandridod Wells, Powys. Hot tub. En-suites. Spacious and enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Builth Wells 12.6 miles; Hay-on-Wye 26.6 miles; Hereford 35 miles. (Ref. 1065867)

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7 nights from £725

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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    4.4

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This wonderful cottage rests in the village of Broomfield, in the Maidstone district of Kent. Woodburning stove. County views. Maidstone 5.7 miles. (Ref. 1022847)

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7 nights from £1420

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  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
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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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7 nights from £717

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  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms6
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Blue Ron's, an opulent, three-storey cottage, lies in the small town of New Mills in Derbyshire, with a hot tub, games room, and a short distance to a pub. Hayfield 2.9 miles; Buxton 10.8 miles; Castleton 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1149141)

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7 nights from £2134

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  • Sleeps4
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    4.2

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Semi-detached cottage opposite Porth Valley near Newquay. Half a mile from two beaches and coastal path. Ideal for family or two couples. Newquay 2 miles. (Ref. 931711)

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7 nights from £371

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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In One, a single-storey lodge, located near the village of Wootton Bridge, Isle of Wight. Open-plan. Lake views. Garden with hot tub and barbeque. Romantic. Newport 2.1 miles; Ryde 5.5 miles; Cowes 6.6 miles. (Ref. 1160606)

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7 nights from £560

  • Sleeps2
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    4.4

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This traditional converted dairy resides in Ardfinnan, County Tipperary. Ground-floor living. Barbecue. En-suite. On a working farm. Cahir 5.8 miles; Clonmel 9 miles; Lismore 18.5 miles. (Ref. 1119398)

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7 nights from £293

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo
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Monarfon is a large, detached holiday home resting in the seaside resort of Criccieth on the Llyn Peninsula in North Wales with a toasty woodburning stove. Porthmadog 5.4 miles; Portmeirion 8.4 miles; Abersoch 14.9 miles. (Ref. 1164833)

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7 nights from £526

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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 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!