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Rose Country Cottage,

Manaccan, Cornwall, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
1 dog welcome 1 dog
family friendly family friendly

Charming 3 bedroom pet-friendly thatched rural retreat with country views on Cornwall’s Lizard Peninsula.

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DishwasherWashing machineMicrowaveFree WifiGardenParking
7 nights from £565
Next available: 28 Feb - 7 nights
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Bousdale,

Great Ayton, North Yorkshire, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Originally a mill house, this fantastic North York Moors rural retreat with its superb countryside views and high quality interior is a real treat, sleeping up to 6 in 3 bedrooms this could be a perfect base for enjoying and discovering some of the best of the Yorkshire Dales National Park on a break away.

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7 nights from £649
Next available: 24 Feb - 4 nights
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The Lock House Pet-Friendly Cottage, Gloucester, Cotswolds ,

Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
1 dog welcome 1 dog
family friendly family friendly

This pet friendly, detached former lock keeper's house sleeps 6 people and occupies a unique location right in the city centre at the entrance to the historic Gloucester Docks and just a short drive from Cheltenham.

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7 nights from £588
Next available: 14 Mar - 7 nights
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Old Hundredth,

Kingsbridge, Devon, England
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs
family friendly family friendly

Situated in a Designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this charming character cottage with exposed beams, open stone fireplace and secluded country garden is conveniently close to the unspoilt Devon coastline and tranquil countryside.

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TVWashing machineMicrowaveFree WifiEnclosed GardenParking
7 nights from £420
Next available: 23 Feb - 7 nights
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Lower Hedge Farm ,

Shepton Mallet, Somerset, England
sleeps 12 sleeps 12
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs
family friendly family friendly

A stunning large luxurious holiday house boasting unspoilt views over the open countryside with a private hot tub and games room complete with pool table and table tennis for fun times.

5 (1 reviews)
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TVDishwasherWashing machineMicrowaveGames roomOutdoor Hot Tub AccessFree WifiEnclosed GardenParking
7 nights from £3340
Next available: 23 Feb - 5 nights
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The Olde Cow House, Shropshire Hills,

Cardington, Shropshire, England
sleeps 11 sleeps 11
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
1 dog welcome 1 dog
family friendly family friendly

Four bedroom dog-friendly barn conversion offering high quality accommodation and plenty of rustic charm close to Cardington in Shropshire, relax or have a fun time here with family or friends with excellent shared leisure facilities on offer including a full-size tennis court, two games rooms with pool table and table tennis plus a play area for children and farm walks.

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7 nights from £1360
Next available: 23 Feb - 5 nights
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Hillside Croft,

Biggin, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England
sleeps 16 sleeps 16
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

5 bedroom large holiday house with private hot tub, set on edge of Peak District National Park, close to both Ashbourne and Carsington Water.

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7 nights from £2150
Next available: 23 Feb - 7 nights
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The Hideaway,

Rothbury, Northumberland, England
sleeps 10 sleeps 10
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
3 dogs welcome 3 dogs
family friendly family friendly

Stylish sleeps 9 pet-friendly barn conversion with country views, just outside of Northumberland National Park and with access to onsite tennis court.

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Digital TVDishwasherWashing machineMicrowaveTennis courtFree WifiEnclosed GardenParking
7 nights from £995
Next available: 03 Mar - 7 nights
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Riverside,

Westport, Somerset, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
3 dogs welcome 3 dogs
cat friendly cat friendly

Spacious detached country cottage just opposite canal tow path with wooden beams, wood burner, open fire and plenty of character, along with lawned gardens from which you can enjoy views of nearby farmlands and fields and wildlife watch.

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country views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVDishwasherWashing machineMicrowaveFree WifiEnclosed GardenParking
7 nights from £200
Next available: 15 Mar - 7 nights
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Dons Barn,

Lavenham, Suffolk, England
sleeps 2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs
cat friendly cat friendly

A special romantic hideaway for two found on the Grove Farm estate in Suffolk, East Anglia, with orchard garden views and a wood-burning stove.

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country views
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Gold Award Winning CottageTVDishwasherWashing machineMicrowaveFree WifiGardenParking
7 nights from £729
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Dalvey House,

Forres, Moray, Scotland
sleeps 18 sleeps 18
9 bedrooms 9 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Historic 9 bedroom 6 bathroom country house rental in Morayshire, ideal for big groups and special celebrations, with games room and close to Nairn and the coast.

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TVDishwasherWashing machineMicrowaveGames roomFree WifiGardenParking
7 nights from £3646
Next available: 23 Feb - 7 nights
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The Manor House,

Eardisland, Herefordshire, England
sleeps 24 sleeps 24
11 bedrooms 11 bedrooms
8 bathrooms 8 bathrooms
3 dogs welcome 3 dogs
family friendly family friendly

Experience self-catering at its best at this 11 bedroom Manor House, set in one acre of gardens by the banks of the River Arrow, with a hot tub and games barn this is an ideal place for large families or big groups.

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Digital TVDishwasherWashing machineMicrowaveGames roomPrivate Outdoor Hot TubHeated poolFree WifiEnclosed GardenParking
7 nights from £6000
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Lydensign,

Hemyock, Devon, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
unlimited dogs welcome unlimited dogs
family friendly family friendly

Detached country cottage with character features and lawned gardens, family-friendly and pet-friendly, an ideal rural retreat from which to discover some of the best that Devon has to offer.

5 (1 reviews)
ground floor bedroom
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVWashing machineMicrowaveFree WifiEnclosed GardenParking
7 nights from £250
Next available: 01 Apr - 7 nights
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Epsom Cottage,

Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, England
sleeps 5 sleeps 5
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
1 dog welcome 1 dog
family friendly family friendly

Beautifully presented, 3 bedroom Epsom Cottage is an absolute dream, with luxurious 5 star rated accommodation, this is an idyllic place to enjoy a truly relaxing holiday in the Cotswolds close to Chipping Norton, with access to a heated indoor swimming pool on site, a spa where you can book pampering treatments (available at additional cost), as well as a gym and beautiful gardens, this has to be one of the Cotswolds' very best holiday homes.

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Gold Award Winning CottageTVDishwasherWashing machineMicrowaveHeated poolFree WifiEnclosed GardenParking
7 nights from £1058
Next available: 21 Apr - 7 nights
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William's Hayloft with Swimming Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area,

Whitchurch, Shropshire, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
1 dog welcome 1 dog
family friendly family friendly

3 bedroom pet-friendly barn conversion in rural Shropshire, set next to fields and farmlands near Whitchurch, with access to excellent onsite leisure facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, sports area and toddlers play area.

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country views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
Gold Award Winning CottageDigital TVDishwasherWashing machineMicrowaveHeated poolTennis courtFree WifiEnclosed GardenParking
7 nights from £575
Next available: 28 Feb - 4 nights
Special Offer: 28 Feb - 2 nights
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This selection of character cottages provide that something different for a self-catering holiday. Many are grade listed cottages with period features or unsual features such as old mill workings. The cottages are all booked directly with independent owners who would love to tell you the story of their old and fascinating cottage.

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