England cottages and self catering

The Old Orchard, Brampton, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £286 to £816

Self catering accommodation in Brampton sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Detached Pool Easy Walk access • Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Nestling in a secluded setting in 35 acres of landscaped grounds and meadows home to horses and ponies these extremely comfortable cottages each with their own private decking and enjoying use of an indoor pool are ideal for a relaxing holiday. Southwolds elegant seaside is 6 miles whilst RSPB Minsmere cycle hire fishing and golf are all under 9 miles. Boat hire at Beccles gateway to the southern broads is 5 miles. Moo Play Barn nearby (reduced rates) is a children’s delight.

Accommodation Detail

All on ground floor: Living/dining room/kitchen area. 2 bedrooms: 1 double 1 twin. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. Wooden floors throughout.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Clouds Hill, Blockley, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £454 to £877

Self catering accommodation in Blockley sleeps 6.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Golf near by • Pub near by • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Peacefully set in the unspoilt village of Blockley in an AONB, and one of the Cotswolds’ most delightful and best kept secrets. This charming double fronted holiday cottage of mellow stone, built in 1850 and one of a row, retains beams and exposed stone walls. It is tastefully furnished, comfortable and well equipped. Its south-facing sun terrace and pretty cottage garden offer lovely views over cottages and hills - an ideal setting to enjoy afternoon tea or glass of wine. A perfectly situated retreat to explore the Cotswolds’ beautiful villages and wonderful countryside walks. Stratford, Chipping Campden, Broadway, Cheltenham races a short drive. Birmingham NEC, NIA and Symphony Hall within 60 minutes. Golf, riding within 5 miles. Shops, children’s play area, two pubs in village.

Living room, wood-burning stove, limestone flagged floor. Dining room, gas fire, both with beams, exposed stone walls. Modern fitted, well-equipped kitchen. First floor: Three bedrooms, antique-style beds; one double, 5ft bed, oak floor, two twin (one antique polished elm floor). Bathroom with shower over Victorian-style clawfoot bath and toilet.

Fishcombe, Brixham, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 3
Weekly price range £309 to £740

Self catering accommodation in Brixham sleeps 3.

Features include: Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea • Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: These three single-storey holiday homes are just 100 yards from the glorious sand and shingle of Fishcombe Cove (pictured) and close to the bustling fishing port of Brixham much loved by artists. Within easy reach of the attractive ’Riviera’ resorts of Torquay and Paignton with its famous zoo overlooking Torbay with a summer-long list of regattas music and art festivals and Dartmouth home to the Naval College from where enjoyable boat trips can be taken up river to Totnes and NT properties at Coleton Fishacre. Slightly further afield is the great beach at Slapton Sands the South West Coastal Path Salcombe a yachting and water sport centre and Kingsbridge up the estuary. Brixham has a wealth of cafés pubs and restaurants and fresh sea food can be purchased on the harbour. Shops and pubs 0.5 miles.

Accommodation Detail

All on ground floor: Living/dining room/kitchen area. 2 bedrooms: 1 double 1 single. Shower room (no toilet). Separate toilet.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Mini Murton House, Murton, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £317 to £544

Self catering accommodation in Murton sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Detached • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Set in a charming village this cosy and compact barn conversion with its comfortable interior making this an ideal base for walking enthusiasts – Murton Pike rises behind and the Pennine Way passes close by. Good shops and inns are found in the picturesque market town of Appleby (4 miles) which attracts numerous visitors to the exciting Gypsy Horse Fair in June. The myriad delights of the Lake District Eden Valley and Yorkshire Dales are easily accessible and nature reserves golf and cycling are available nearby.

Accommodation Detail

Ground floor: Living/dining room/kitchen. 1 bunk bedroom with (4ft) bottom bunk. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. Paddle stairs to mezzanine: 1 double bedroom.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

The Sea Garden, Bigbury-On-Sea, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £350 to £1079

Self catering accommodation in Bigbury-On-Sea sleeps 4.

Accommodation overview: A contemporary rural retreat close to Bigbury-on-Sea.

Phone enquiries: 0844 704 4966

Harbour Breeze, Brixham, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £306 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Brixham sleeps 6.

Features include: Sea views|Pets allowed|Children allowed|Internet Access|Good for couples

Accommodation overview: A character cottage with fantastic views of Brixham Harbour and out to sea

Features include: A 3 bedroom character cottage sleeping 6. Fabulous views of Brixham Harbour and out to sea. Small furnished balcony from the living area. Within walking distance to the town centre and harbour. On-street parking in the area.

Harbour Breeze is a character cottage set in the heart of Brixham. It has a modern kitchen with open plan living spaces offering stunning views of Brixham Harbour. The property benefits from French doors leading to a small furnished balcony with uninterrupted fabulous views of Brixham.

Phone enquiries: 0844 704 4966

Seabiscuit, Rousdon, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £618 to £1904

Self catering accommodation in Rousdon sleeps 7.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Short Breaks • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 7

Accommodation overview: In the heart of the Rousdon Estate (one of the great Victorian estates in Britain and formerly a public school), Seabiscuit is 1/2 mile from the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline and the Dorset Coastal Path. This corner stable courtyard cottage adjacent to the mansion, is well presented and lovingly restored, and offers excellent accommodation. Stunning scenic walking can be enjoyed along the coast, as well as amongst the rolling hills on the many miles of local countryside footpaths. Guests have the freedom to explore the walks on this 350-acre estate and anyone with a taste of adventure can walk down the steep pathway to the estate’s private beach and nature reserve, spend time fossil hunting or simply relax in this wonderful location. Within easy driving, just 21/2 miles away, is the popular seaside resort of Lyme Regis, famous for its role in the film The French Lieutenant’s Woman, with its pretty Cobb, beach and shops. Popular for visits are the towns of Seaton, Sidmouth, Bridport and the quaint villages of Branscombe and Beer. Axminster has a sports complex offering swimming and various other facilities. There are also many attractions to visit and historic houses such as Forde Abbey and Gardens, and Loughwood Meeting House. Shop and hotel restaurant/bar ¼ mile.

Large living room with open fire, French doors and wooden floor. Large well-equipped kitchen/dining room with tiled floor. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed, balcony with views and en-suite bathroom with roll-top bath, double shower and toilet. Double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite shower room with toilet. Twin bedroom with additional single bed (for +1), TV and en-suite shower room with toilet.

April Cottage, Old Alresford, Hampshire, South East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £398 to £752

Self catering accommodation in Old Alresford sleeps 2.

Features include: • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Short Breaks • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: This lovely listed 17th-century thatched cottage has its own garden and is set at the end of the village green in friendly Old Alresford (with shops and pub/restaurant within walking distance). It is spacious, attractively furnished and well equipped – a romantic and characterful retreat for couples. The area abounds in fine walks and, just a mile from the cottage, the Mid-Hants ‘Watercress’ Railway operates steam trains to Alton, where connection can be made to the electric railway service to London. The area is also great for cycling with the Ox Drove cycle trail running through the village. Tennis, riding, golf and a very good gym/health club locally. Winchester 8 miles. Shops 1 mile.

Dining room. Beamed sitting room with inglenook fireplace. Charming L-shaped kitchen with stable door to garden. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet. Steep narrow stairs to first floor: Double bedroom with lovely four-poster bed. Dressing room.

Broad Downs Farmhouse, Malborough, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 12
Weekly price range £3750 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Malborough sleeps 12.

Features include: • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Pool • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Internet and/or WiFi • Parking available • Luxury accommodation sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: Approached by a private lane, Broad Downs Farm was originally a traditional mixed Devon farmstead consisting of farm house, stables, stone barn and piggery. Set in a secluded location, surrounded by 22 acres of sheep pasture and meadow, with a small woodland area, natural pond and springs, the property includes large gardens and an outdoor swimming pool (shared with Broad Downs Barn). The farmhouse has been extensively renovated and updated by its present owners to create a large spacious property which can cater for extended holiday groups. A traditional farmhouse with contemporary living space incorporating high green oak beam ceilings, log burners, natural stone floors, all rooms command beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.

Merlins, Loughrigg, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £334 to £795

Self catering accommodation in Loughrigg sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Hot Tub • Swimming Pool • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview:

A lovely apartment in the holiday park of Neaum Crag nestling at the foot of the majestic Great Langdale Valley. Visit Loughrigg Tarn a short walk from the apartment or enjoy the walks over the fells and beyond. Ambleside is 3 miles with many shops, pubs and restaurants, take a trip to Grasmere and find the gingerbread shop, as well as a leisurely walk around this lakeland village. Windermere and Bowness offer days out, all within a short drive. Shop 2 miles and pub ½ mile.

All on ground floor: Open-plan living room with patio doors/dining room with kitchen area. Double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.

• Elec, ‘Econ 7’ NSH, bed linen and towels inc
• TV (Freeview)
• Blu-ray player
• Radio/CD
• iPod dock
• M/wave
• W/machine and t/dyer (in shared laundry room - coin operated)
• D/washer
• F/freezer
• Wi-fi
• Tel (honesty box)
• Lawned garden with patio and furniture
• Shared grounds
• BBQ
• Parking (for 2 cars)
• Shared heated indoor swimming pool (11ft 6in x 19ft 9in, depth 4ft) with Jacuzzi section, sauna, shower and changing facilities, open Mar - mid Nov
• Shared sauna
• No smoking
• Easy walking access
• NB: Pond in grounds 20 yds

May Cottage, Bacton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £365 to £851

Self catering accommodation in Bacton sleeps 4.

Features include: • Pub near by • Short Breaks • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: This charming thatched cottage is one of a pair and has been lovingly restored to provide an ideal holiday retreat with a glorious southwest-facing garden, perfect for alfresco dining. Located in a small hamlet, 1 mile from the excellent beach at Bacton. Within easy reach of the Norfolk Broads. There is a cycle route next to the cottage, and good fishing, sailing and golf courses nearby. Other nearby sandy beaches include award-winning Cromer, Sheringham and Mundsley. Shop and pub 1 mile.

Large living room with painted wooden floor and French doors to dining room/conservatory with painted wooden floor. Large kitchen with breakfast area and wooden floor. Bathroom with roll-top bath, shower cubicle and toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms, one with 4ft bed. Single bedroom.

Little Cotton Barn, Dartmouth, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £395 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Dartmouth sleeps 6.

Features include: Multiple bathrooms• Internet WiFi access• Parking•

Accommodation overview: Little Cotton Barn is set in 3 acres of land in a beautiful tranquil location at the end of a country lane yet just 5 minutes drive from the famous naval town of Dartmouth. The barn adjoining the Farmhouse has each been sensitively reconstructed in recent years to provide a very high standard of accommodation whilst retaining many of the traditional features and characteristics of the original buildings.In spite of the rural location Little Cotton is easily accessible and close to local facilities - the 'Park and Ride' bus service into Dartmouth, as well as the town's Leisure Centre and largest supermarkets (Sainsburys and Lidl) are within a short walking distance. Little Cotton is an ideal retreat for families with a range of facilities available to keep children of all ages entertained. There is a large grass area for ball games with small child friendly goal posts, a 12' trampoline (with safety enclosure) and an activity fort with swings, climbing frame and slide will keep them busy for hours! Additionally there is an indoor play area with a multi-activity table (tennis/snooker, football etc), many board games, a wide selection of toys for all ages, books and colouring and various outdoor games (balls etc). There is even a large tub of spare wellies, just in case! Wii Games Stations are provided in both properties making it ideal accommodation for any time of the year (Christmas decorations are also provided). Whilst each of these areas can be seen from both properties there is also a picnic bench - with picnic crockery provided - from where parents can sit and watch their children.From the courtyard an opening leads through to a natural meadow and pretty pond, with picnic benches to sit and enjoy the wildlife. All areas are fenced for safety but young children must be supervised at all times.