sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
1 dog
allowed
family friendly
2 bedroom pet-friendly rural retreat near Holy Island and the Northumberland Coast AONB.
sleeps 12
6 bedrooms
6 bathrooms
1 dog
allowed
family friendly
Very special holiday home with a waterside setting, set amongst 4 acres of beautiful gardens with fabulous waterside views, indoor swimming pool and tennis court, there is even a private beach and quay for boating enthusiasts, this is a unique and very special place to stay and is located within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.
sleeps 22
8 bedrooms
6 bathrooms
2 dogs
welcome
family friendly
8 bedroom country house with private swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, beautiful gardens and a BBQ lodge close to Matlock and the Peak District National Park, pet-friendly with 2 dogs welcome.
sleeps 6
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 dogs
welcome
family friendly
With lovely country views and a setting by the Black Mountains amongst 200 acres of privately owned woodlands, this is a wonderful rural retreat and a well located private hot tub to the front of the property makes this a fantastic place to relax.
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Two bedroom rural retreat with country views set on a farm in the Leicestershire countryside, all ground floor accommodation, close to Appleby Magna and the National Forest.
sleeps 8
4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
family friendly
Red House Farm offers a tranquil, dog-friendly retreat in Powys, Wales, with breathtaking valley views, a hot tub, and room for eight guests, just a short drive from Welshpool's historic charm and local amenities.
sleeps 6
3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
2 dogs
welcome
family friendly
Discover The Herun, a dog-friendly coastal retreat in Rhosneigr, Isle of Anglesey, Wales, offering stunning sea views, a hot tub, and accommodation for up to 8 guests, perfect for family adventures and watersports enthusiasts.
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
2 dogs
welcome
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.
sleeps 11
5 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
1 dog
allowed
family friendly
Welcoming and charming large holiday house located on a working farm near to Church Stretton, with exposed wooden beams and quality accommodation throughout plus a hot tub outside, this is a great place to relax and de-stress with up to 11 friends or family, shared facilities on site include a gym and games room with table tennis and board games.
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
2 bedroom 2 bathroom holiday home in St Ives with sea views and balcony, no pets.
sleeps 20
7 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
1 dog
allowed
family friendly
Bryn Derwen: Luxurious Bethesda manor house in Gwynedd, nestled in scenic woodland with Snowdonia views, hot tub, games room, and sleeping up to 20 guests; sorry, no pets.
sleeps 17
9 bedrooms
7 bathrooms
multi-dogs (up to 4)
family friendly
Idyllic holiday farmhouse with two hot tubs, a games room with pool table, a large garden and glorious valley and farmland views, just a short walk from Northcott Mouth beach and within easy reach of the gorgeous coast, ideal for large groups (hen party and stag party friendly), big families and special celebrations.
sleeps 17
7 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
1 dog
allowed
family friendly
Large 7 bedroom country house with the wow-factor in Somerset, enjoy country views and luxurious spacious accommodation with a country twist, as well as a beautiful garden and 2 private hot tubs outdoors, just 18 miles from Glastonbury.
sleeps 4
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
No pets
family friendly
Discover luxurious Fox's Den Cottage near Titchfield, Hampshire, nestled in the picturesque English countryside, offering stunning views, tennis court, gym access, and spa facilities; sleeps 2, sorry no pets allowed.
sleeps 8
4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
1 dog
allowed
family friendly
Aquanaut Villa in Gurnard, Isle of Wight, offers stunning coastal views, a hot tub, heated swim spa and sleeps eight; enjoy its proximity to Gurnard Beach and Cowes—sorry, no pets.
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
No pets
A detached stone holiday cottage for two with a cosy woodburner, a Jacuzzi bath and a private garden with pretty views over the valley and orchard, perfect for romantic breaks and set in twenty acres of conservation valley and woodlands.
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
2 dogs
welcome
family friendly
Absolutely stunning rural retreat, this pet and family friendly barn conversion has a contemporary open plan living space along with a private garden with a stream and is located in a peaceful rural hamlet, just a short drive from Thetford Forest Park and the unique Grade II Plantation Garden at Oxburgh Hall.
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
2 dogs
welcome
Stylish romantic pet-friendly barn conversion midway between the Wye Valley and Malvern Hills AONBs, luxurious throughout and with superb country views, relax and unwind at this stunning couple’s holiday home.
sleeps 6
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
1 dog
allowed
family friendly
5 Star rated rural holiday barn, just outside the Norfolk Broads, with access to excellent shared leisure facilities including a hot tub, a games room, a gym, a children’s play area.
sleeps 24
11 bedrooms
9 bathrooms
multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly
Spacious 11 bedroom country house rental on outskirts of Monmouth with warm bubbly indoor hot tub, games room with table tennis, pool plus table football and 2 acres of gardens complete with children’s play facilities.
sleeps 6
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
2 dogs
welcome
family friendly
Orchard Barn, nestled in Stone, Staffordshire, offers luxurious accommodation for up to six guests with countryside views, a private hot tub, and dog-friendly amenities, perfectly located near local pubs and attractions for a relaxing getaway.
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
No pets
family friendly
Nestled in the Yorkshire Dales, this charming countryside retreat offers stunning 360-degree views, sleeps 4, boasts a flexible super king-size bedroom, and is dog-friendly, just a mile from Settle's vibrant market town.
sleeps 6
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
1 dog
allowed
family friendly
Stylish luxurious 3 bedroom pet-friendly lakeside lodge with lake views in Lancashire, plus access to shared onsite leisure facilities.
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
family friendly
Stylish pet-friendly 2 bedroom rural retreat with lush country views out to the Tweed valley, set on an organic farm in the Scottish Borders, only around 3 miles from Kelso.
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
2 dogs
welcome
family friendly
Situated in the South Devon AONB, 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.
sleeps 8
4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Fantastic 4 bedroom holiday house with spacious accommodation for up to 8 and excellent facilities for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday with friends or family, relax in the outdoor hot tub, sit back and sip a cocktail in the beautiful garden or enjoy a game of pool or table tennis in the games room at this impressive Alberbury cottage close to Offa's Dyke and Shrewsbury.
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
No pets
family friendly
Escape to Moss of Bourach in Aberlour, Speyside, Scotland, a luxurious pod for two with stunning Ben Rinnes views, a swimming pool, and modern amenities; sorry, no pets.
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
2 dogs
welcome
Discover Buck Place, a luxurious dog-friendly retreat in The Bay, Filey, North Yorkshire, boasting stunning countryside views, leisure facilities including pools and a sauna, and spacious accommodation for up to four guests.
sleeps 5
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
unlimited dogs
welcome
cat friendly
Stylish 2 bedroom pet-friendly coastal holiday rental with sea views close to Salcombe, wake up to sea views every day on holiday in beautiful Devon.
online booking
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
No pets
family friendly
Nestled in a serene woodland glen near Conwy, North Wales, this eco-friendly lodge sleeps four, offers stunning countryside views, is dog-friendly, and features a decked patio perfect for relaxation amidst nature.
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
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.
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
2 dogs
welcome
family friendly
Charming pet-friendly romantic rural retreat nestled in the Oxfordshire countryside and just outside the Cotswolds, welcoming 2 dogs and with good walks from the doorstep.
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
2 dogs
welcome
Comfortable recently built timber holiday lodge with a fantastic setting right by the River Wyre, enjoy riverside walks, relaxing and fishing whilst enjoying a special holiday here (fishing is possible for two guests at nearby coarse fishing lakes).
sleeps 6
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 dogs
welcome
family friendly
Roomy 3 bedroom M2 rated dog-friendly holiday lodge with stunning views to Exmoor, just outside Minehead and with onsite access to children’s play area, games room and putting green.
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
No pets
family friendly
Rabbit's Warren is a luxurious, dog-friendly cottage in Hampshire, South East England, sleeping two, with a cosy woodburner, access to tennis courts and a gym, ideal for romantic getaways amidst stunning countryside views.
sleeps 7
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly
High quality 3 bedroom 2 bathroom barn conversion with country views, close to Northumberland National Park and half an hour’s drive from the Northumbrian coast, pet-friendly and with an enclosed garden.
sleeps 57
25 bedrooms
25 bathrooms
multi-dogs (up to 7)
family friendly
Large group holiday home in the Wye Valley with 25 ensuite bedrooms, a games room, party room and bar, ideal for special celebrations like hen parties and even weddings! Licensed wedding venue.
sleeps 6
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 dogs
welcome
family friendly
Experience a luxurious retreat at Manor Barn, nestled in the Staffordshire countryside near Fulford, with scenic views, a hot tub, and stylish interiors; sleeps six.
sleeps 9
4 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
2 dogs
welcome
family friendly
Discover Church Farm in Suffolk's picturesque countryside, a dog-friendly retreat for up to 9 guests, boasting spacious gardens, cosy open fire, and modern amenities, with stunning access to Dunwich Forest and charming nearby villages.
sleeps 8
4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
2 dogs
welcome
family friendly
Polurrian House in Cornwall offers stunning countryside and sea views, sleeps eight, features a hot tub, and is just over a mile from Poldhu Cove beach; perfect for family-friendly holidays but sorry, no pets.
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