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Swallow's Orchard,
West Bradley, Somerset, England
sleeps 6
3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
2 dogs 
family friendly
A unique and contemporary detached holiday home nestled next to an old apple orchard with a truly tranquil setting in Somerset amidst nature and countryside with a private hot tub and shared use of an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and gym.
Orchard Barn at Woodhayes Farm,
Honiton, Devon, England
sleeps 10
4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Beautiful 3 bedroom barn conversion with tranquil orchard garden which is both family-friendly and pet-friendly, nestled in the Blackdown Hills just a short distance from the inspirational scenery of the Jurassic coast.
Fox Den - Fields End Water,
March, Cambridgeshire, England
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
2 dogs 
accessible
A romantic log cabin for adults only, pet friendly & furnished to a high specification with wood-burner and private hot-tub outdoors surrounded by picturesque lakes and the stunning green Cambridgeshire countryside.
Scott's Cottage,
Arreton, Isle of Wight, England
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Very lovely 2 bedroom thatched country cottage with private garden close to the heart of the Isle of Wight with the coast within easy reach for days out.
Beaver Den - Fields End Water,
March, Cambridgeshire, England
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
2 dogs Luxury self-catering holiday lodge with hot tub in Cambridgeshire, located on a 5 star adults only holiday park, with tranquil lakes and beautiful natural surroundings, the perfect spot for enthusiastic anglers.
Badger Set - Fields End Water,
March, Cambridgeshire, England
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
2 dogs Luxurious dog-friendly holiday lodge with outdoor private hot tub set by fishing lakes in glorious Cambridgeshire countryside.
Tamarack Lodge,
Fyfett, Somerset, England
sleeps 15
5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
4 dogs
accessible
High quality 3 bedroom log cabin situated on a farm close to the Blackdown Hills with gorgeous views of the Yarty Valley.
Honeysuckle, dog friendly couples' cottage in South Devon,
Dartmouth, Devon, England
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
1 dog 
cat friendly
A unique and pretty stone cottage for two, ideal for romantic breaks, nestled in a tranquil valley in South Devon with a private garden and valley views.
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Stanway House,
Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, England
sleeps 18
8 bedrooms
6 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Lovely large stone-built holiday cottage with 8 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms and country views, ideal for large groups of friends or family, with a lovely rural location only 2 miles from Stow-on-the-Wold in the Cotswolds.
Stanton House,
Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, England
sleeps 14
6 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Perfect for large groups or families looking to explore the beautiful Cotswolds, this stone-built holiday cottage is part of the Flagstone Farm development and has 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms as well as lovely views of the surrounding countryside.
The Cotswold Manor Lodge, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games Barn, 70 acres of Parkland,
Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
sleeps 26
8 bedrooms
7 bathrooms
unlimited dogs
cat friendly
Wonderful large holiday home with relaxing private hot tub and countryside views sleeping up to 26 in 8 bedrooms in high quality accommodation, set on a lovely Cotswold Country Estate just 20 minutes drive from Oxford, 30 minutes from Cheltenham and one hour's drive from London.
Monnington House and Garden Cottage,
Monnington on Wye, Herefordshire, England
sleeps 18
9 bedrooms
9 bathrooms
3 dogs
family friendly
This fantastic 5 star rated large holiday home and adjoining cottage together sleep up to 18 in style and comfort and benefit from a setting within an area of outstanding natural beauty near to the Brecon Beacons and River Wye, with its games room and table tennis room, this property is ideal for special celebrations and for large group getaways.
Rock Farm,
Taunton, Somerset, England
sleeps 14
7 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Beautiful thatched self-catering farmhouse with a total of 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms (with 4 bedrooms in the main house and 3 in the annexe) sleeping up to 14 offering stylish and luxurious accommodation combined with beautiful original features, with a fantastic 8 seater private hot tub with wonderful countryside views and a games room, fabulous holiday home for families and groups of friends looking to enjoy a special holiday in the West Country.
The Barn with hot tub,
Taunton, Somerset, England
sleeps 6
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Stylish 3 bedroom barn conversion with its own bubbly hot tub and enclosed garden area, set on a working Somerset Cider Farm, ideal for a relaxing break in the Somerset countryside with the coast within reach for days out.
The Cotswold Manor Court with Hot Tub,
Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
sleeps 23
10 bedrooms
7 bathrooms
6 dogs
family friendly
Stylish sleeps 24 large group barn conversion with private hot tub and access to onsite games room with pool table, table football, air hockey, and table tennis, just outside the Cotswolds.
River Bank Cottage,
Whitby, North Yorkshire, England
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
No pets
family friendly
Escape for a romantic break or tranquil holiday in this delightful 2 bedroom holiday home, with a riverside garden this is a great place for a fishing break or take it easy holiday in Whitby and is conveniently close to the North York Moors National Park and the North Yorkshire Coast.
The Stables,
Boston, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps 6
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Gold award winning luxurious 3 bedroom holiday cottage on a family-run working farm within the beautiful Lincolnshire Fens, this property has level-access throughout the inside and there is a level access carpark on site.
Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room,
Checkley, Herefordshire, England
sleeps 11
5 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
2 dogs
accessible
Superb high quality 5 bedroom holiday house with luxurious interior and games room with pool table and table tennis just 15 minutes’ drive from the beautiful town of Hereford (three of the five bedrooms have ensuite facilities and one of these ensuite bedrooms is on the ground floor and may suit a couple who want to avoid stairs).
Tubbs Delight,
Malborough, Devon, England
sleeps 5
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
4 dogs
family friendly
With a warm bubbly hot tub with outstanding countryside views and a location in the pretty village of Malborough in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a location just 5 minutes drive from the coast, this dog-friendly holiday home has plenty to recommend it.
Glenacres,
Chideock , Dorset, England
sleeps 12
5 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Beautifully furnished family-friendly holiday cottage with an outside heated swimming pool, extensive gardens, plus a trampoline and table-tennis, just 100 metres walk from the beach at Seatown.
Langford Valley Barn,
Dorchester, Dorset, England
sleeps 8
4 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Newly available is this stunning 4 bedroom barn conversion set by the unspoilt Dorset Downs, enjoy a luxury country holiday, just half an hour's drive from the beautiful Jurassic coastline.
Epsom Cottage,
Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, England
sleeps 5
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
1 dog
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.
Ebenezer Chapel,
Milford, Derbyshire, England
sleeps 20
8 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
1 dog
family friendly
With a riverside location and river views, this unique chapel conversion in Milford could be the ideal place to holiday with friends or family close to the Peak District, and the on site sauna suite helps to make it a great place to relax and unwind too.
Myrtle House Old Farmhouse and Annexe,
Ilminster, Somerset, England
sleeps 11
5 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
4 Bedroom Holiday Farmhouse and 1 Bedroom Annexe, sleeping from 7 to 11 people in homely comfortable accommodation, special access features include a stair-lift in the Farmhouse and wheelchair-wide doorways at the Annexe.
Park Cottage at Cossington Park,
Cossington, Somerset, England
sleeps 6
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Get away for a relaxing break at this lovely 3 bedroom luxurious holiday cottage, set within the beautiful grounds of Cossington Park, close to the Polden Hills and Somerset Levels, and just 20 minutes’ drive from Burnham on Sea on the coast, with its own private cottage garden plus shared access to children’s play facilities (swing and wooden play-fort) along with access to a table tennis room, this is a great place to stay for families or up to 6 friends.
Two Owls Lodge,
Two Dales, Derbyshire, England
sleeps 3
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Idyllic sleeps 3 rural retreat in a superb country location and with beautiful views over the Derwent Valley, situated just outside of the Peak District National Park and close to Matlock.
Foxhill Lodge,
Blackborough, Devon, England
sleeps 10
5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Looking for a 5 bedroom holiday home in Devon with the wow factor? Stylish and beautifully decorated with the added bonus of an outdoor swimming pool, a private hot tub, a children's play area with swings, slide and climbing area, views out over the Blackdown Hills, plus an outdoor BBQ lodge, Foxhill Lodge sleeps up to 8 people and is bound to impress.
Blackdown Cottage,
Burwash, East Sussex, England
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
No pets
family friendly
Escape on an idyllic rural retreat break to this beautiful 2 bedroom country cottage nestled by woodlands, gardens and lakes in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to fascinating historical castles and National Trust properties and just half an hour's drive from Royal Tunbridge Wells and only 40 minutes' drive from Brighton.
Holly Tree House,
Symonds Yat, Herefordshire, England
sleeps 22
9 bedrooms
8 bathrooms
3 dogs
family friendly
With wonderful views over the River Wye, a superb location in the Wye Valley, spacious stylish accommodation and a warm bubbly outdoor private hot tub, this 9 bedroom country house has to be one of the best places for large groups of friends or family to holiday altogether close to Ross on Wye.
River Wye Lodge,
Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, England
sleeps 26
12 bedrooms
11 bathrooms
3 dogs
accessible
Searching for a large holiday house for a big group getaway? This 11 bedroom holiday house sleeps up to 24 and with river views, a pet-friendly policy, a warm bubbly private hot tub and a games room has plenty to offer large groups, including a lovely setting by the River Wye in the Wye Valley, right next to the lush greenery of the Forest of Dean.
Barn Owl Cottage,
New Bolingbroke, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
2 dogs
family friendly
Charming, high quality one bedroomed barn conversion in an idyllic rural location with woodburning stove and pet friendly enclosed garden for those wanting a relaxing and peaceful holiday.
Millers End,
Alderholt, Dorset, England
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
1 dog Escape for a romantic break with your partner to this sleeps 2 cottage apartment, part of a historic Watermill, holiday close to the riverside where fishing is possible by arrangement, plus enjoy discovering the nearby New Forest National Park on days out, or head further afield and explore Salisbury, Stonehenge and even Bournemouth, all within an 40 minute drive.
Balebarn Eco Lodge,
Winkleigh, Devon, England
sleeps 8
4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 dogs
accessible
With a huge wrap around veranda, eco-friendly credentials, idyllic views out over a wildlife pond, a tranquil rural setting, as well as a stunning setting nestled next to a 7 acre nature reserve in North Devon, Balebarn Lodge is quirky and unique.
The Barn at RyePark House,
Barnstaple, Devon, England
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
No pets
Beautiful 1 bedroom barn conversion with warm bubbly private hot tub, perfect for a couple and in an idyllic setting nestled next to fields and farmlands in North Devon, just outside of Exmoor National Park and only half an hour's drive from the coast.
The Anchor,
Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, England
sleeps 20
7 bedrooms
7 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Looking to rent a large holiday house in the Wye Valley? This 7/8 bedroom property in the Forest of Dean with its capacity to sleep up to 22 people, its pet-friendly policy, games room with table tennis, table football and pool table plus inviting warm bubbly private hot tub could be perfect for your group getaway.
Old Coach House,
Aldwark, Derbyshire, England
sleeps 10
3 bedrooms
1 bathroom
unlimited dogs
cat friendly
Searching for a family cottage in the Peak District National Park? This charming pet-friendly cottage is ideal for family holidays, enjoys an idyllic setting next to fields and should be a hit with the kids with a garden with swings and sandpit where the children can play.
Smokeham Farm,
West Bagborough, Somerset, England
sleeps 20
9 bedrooms
9 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Fantastic large holiday house for groups of up to 20 friends or family, complete with games room, warm bubbly private hot tub, luxurious interior and countryside views, set in the Quantock Hills just 20 minutes' drive from the coast.
Northolme Hall,
Wainfleet All Saints, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps 21
11 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Impressive 8 bedroom Lincolnshire country house set amongst beautiful gardens near Skegness and the Lincolnshire Wolds, plus a 3 bedroom Elizabethan cottage to rent, with an indoor swimming pool on site, a games room as well an outdoor tennis court, Northolme Hall is ideal for big groups of friends or family and could be the perfect place to rent for big family get-togethers or special celebrations such as anniversary or birthday parties (well behaved hen parties welcome by arrangement).
Corffe House,
Barnstaple, Devon, England
sleeps 22
9 bedrooms
8 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Beautiful 9 bedroom Grade II listed country house, set within beautiful gardens close to Barnstaple, complete with cinema room/games room and enjoying access to an indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub and tennis court, ideal for big groups of friends or family looking to celebrate or holiday in style.
Number Five Corffe Cottages,
Barnstaple, Devon, England
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
No pets
family friendly
2 bedroom holiday home with superb first floor outdoor balcony area plus access to excellent on site leisure facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, a warm bubbly hot tub plus a tennis court and children's play area, set on the Corffe estate, just 4 miles from Barnstaple and only around 10 miles from Westward Ho!'s sandy beach.
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