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Cottages in rural locations where you can spot wildlife and enjoy nature on your self-catering holiday

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294 rental properties match your search for Cottages in rural locations for wildlife watching
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Greenslades Rural Retreat, Exmoor National Park,

Exford, Somerset, England
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Searching for an idyllic West Country cottage? You may have found it with Greenslades, this family-friendly and dog-friendly holiday home with its rural charm, own garden and location in the heart of Exmoor could be perfect for a rural retreat break.

ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stovefireplaceParking
7 nights from £624
Next available: 04 Jan - 7 nights
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High Smarber,

Low Row, North Yorkshire, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Homely 3 bedroom rural retreat with stunning country views and glorious rural setting in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenfireplaceParking
7 nights from £508
Next available: 16 Dec - 3 nights
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Church Barn, Peak District ,

Fenny Bentley, Derbyshire, England
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets

Romantic barn conversion with tranquil views, set in the Peak District National Park, close to Ashbourne, the Tissington Trail and Dovedale.

ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £359
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Gardener's Country Cottage,

Belford, Northumberland, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Family-friendly and dog-friendly country cottage set next to woodlands, close to Belford and conveniently close to the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with its beautiful sandy beaches and castles and not far from Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve and Holy Island.

ensuite bedroom(s) garden views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stovefireplaceParking
7 nights from £520
Next available: 03 Jan - 3 nights
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Cider Mill Country Cottage,

Westhope, Herefordshire, England
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets

Idyllic sleeps two rural retreat with exposed wooden beams and stylish interior, situated by apple orchards in the village of Westhope close to both Leominster and Hereford, with one romantic bedroom with a super king-size double bedroom, this cottage is ideal for a couple.

ensuite bedroom(s) historic property
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £562
Next available: 16 Dec - 3 nights
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Kite's Nest,

Church Stretton, Shropshire, England
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 dog-friendly cottage

Kite's Nest: Nestled in Shropshire's countryside, this romantic barn conversion sleeps 2 and offers stunning woodland views, a private patio, and convenient bike storage.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
dishwasher in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £291
Next available: 16 Dec - 4 nights
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Meadow Retreat,

Rhayader, Powys, Wales
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets

Meadow Retreat is a charming dog-friendly property in Powys, Mid Wales, offering stunning countryside views, a private hot tub, and sleeps six; perfect for family or group escapes near Rhayader, with nearby Elan and Claerwen valleys to explore.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £412
Next available: 16 Dec - 4 nights
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Hiraeth Rural Retreat,

Dolau, Powys, Wales
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Idyllic 3 bedroom dog-friendly cottage with impressive views out over the pastures and valley, complete with charming interior with exposed wooden beams, situated close to the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and within reach of the Brecon Beacons National Park for day trips.

valley views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stovefireplaceParking
7 nights from £641
Next available: 03 Jan - 7 nights
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Southview,

Ludlow, Shropshire, England
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 dog-friendly cottage
family friendly family friendly

Southview Apartment: A charming rural retreat in Shropshire's countryside near Clee Hill, offering breathtaking Malvern Hills views, sleeps 2, with a private patio and BBQ, ideal for exploring Ludlow and beyond; sorry, no pets.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
free WifigardenParking
7 nights from £363
Next available: 16 Dec - 7 nights
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Corbett Cottage, Northumbria,

Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

2 bedroom pet-friendly rural retreat near Holy Island and the Northumberland Coast AONB.

Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stovefireplaceParking
7 nights from £339
Next available: 16 Dec - 7 nights
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Raceside Farmhouse, Lake District National Park, ,

Kirksanton, Cumbria, England
sleeps  10 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Lovely rural retreat close to Lake District National Park.

near beach near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenfireplaceParking
7 nights from £749
Next available: 18 Dec - 5 nights
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The Barn at Glanoer,

Llandrindod Wells, Powys, Wales
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 dog-friendly cottage
family friendly family friendly

Escape to The Barn at Glanoer, a romantic dog-friendly retreat in Mid-Wales, surrounded by scenic countryside views, near Builth Wells, featuring a roll-top bath, glass balcony, woodburner, and al fresco dining for two.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
dishwasher in kitchenfree WifigardenfireplaceParking
7 nights from £535
Next available: 03 Jan - 7 nights
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The Birches,

Hereford, Herefordshire, England
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Charming Shropshire countryside cottage near Hay-on-Wye, sleeps six, featuring scenic views, a cosy woodburner, and a delightful garden for alfresco dining; sorry no pets, perfect for a serene rural escape.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchengames roomfree WifigardenfireplaceBBQParking
7 nights from £553
Next available: 16 Dec - 4 nights
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Number 43 Burnside Lodge,

Morpeth, Northumberland, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Nestled in Northumberland's serene countryside, Number 43 Burnside Lodge in Bockenfield Country Park offers stunning rural views, a luxurious hot tub, and sleeps four, but sorry, no pets are allowed; ideal for exploring nearby Felton and Alnwick.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £580
Next available: 20 Dec - 3 nights
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Foxes Den,

Barnard Castle, County Durham, England
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome

Foxes Den is a romantic, dog-friendly lodge in the Durham countryside near Staindrop, featuring a private hot tub, sleeps 2, perfect for exploring Teesdale's nature walks and Raby Castle, though note WiFi can be intermittent.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £472
Next available: 16 Dec - 7 nights
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cottages

The following cottages are in rural locations where you can spot wildlife and enjoy nature on your self-catering holiday.

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