Cottages with good views for self-catering holidays in attractive settings
The following cottages all have good views for self-catering holidays in attractive settings. there's nothing quite like waking up in the morning and marvelling at the countryside around you. Each of these cottages offers that something special with wonderful views on your self-catering holiday or weekend break.
Accommodation in England
Cornwall
Tamar View Cottage
A self catering, pet friendly 3 bedroomed Cottage in Cornwall, situated in Honicombe Manor near St. Ann's Chapel, Callington in the Tamar Valley. There are good views excellent Rambling and Country Walks within the Tamar Valley. Leisure facilities including Swimming pools,Tennis Courts, Gym, Sauna Room, Disco Room, Bar and a Restuarant. Near to Looe, The Eden Project, Dartmoor, Tavistock, Historic National trust buildings and places. Golf, Horse riding, walking, boat rides, fishing, activities of all kind in the heart of the west country.
Eco-friendly log cabin 15 miles from Carlilse on the banks of the River Lyne in a stunning setting. The log cabin sleeps 4 people. A wonderful location and opportunity for fishermen, romantics, walkers and anyone wanting to try something very different in self-catering. BBQ. Wonderful views. Click on the photograph to read the details of this self-catering holiday just north of the Lake District.
Lingmell House in Ambleside is a perfect base for enjoying the Lake District. Fabulous Wonderful views from the balcony of the surrounding fells. Facilities include use of heated indoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna situated adjacent to the property. Sleeps from 2 to 6 in 3 bedrooms. Excellent holiday cottage for families and small groups of friends. Also suitable for small hen parties.
The Lodge is a Scandinavian Log Cabin finished and insulated to a very high standard in 2006 siutated in a secluded area. It sleeps 6 people in 2 double and 2 single bedrooms, with two bathrooms, with veranda. Idyllic rural situation, there are good views of the countryside from most windows and you will often glimpse birds and wildlife all around.
As far away from stress as it is possible to be, a group of four high quality cottages with good views of beautiful Devon countryside. Our couples cottage is set away from the main courtyard with its own private hot tub and garden. The three other cottages (sleeping between 2 and 5) have shared use of a commercially filtered hot tub/hydrotherapy spa. Recreation rooms with table tennis, air hockey, pool table and darts. Free WiFi Broadband Internet. Countryside walks, a river for children to paddle in. National Trust Properties with lovely gardens a short drive away.
A truly magical tranquil setting on the North Devon coast with wonderful views across the valley. Freshly converted from high status listed barns, into three new superbly appointed cottages. English oak flooring, luxury kitchens, granite worktops, en suite limestone shower/bath rooms. A real touch of luxury at affordable prices. Cottages of various sizes.
Availability for Christmas and New Year.
Secluded picturesque cottage in Chideock, Dorset, near Bridport and Seatown sleeping 2-8 people in 4 bedrooms. The cottage has a stone open fire place, enclosed garden and wonderful views of the surrounding Dorset countryside. CDs, DVDs and books are available for your entertainment. Golf, walking, fishing and horse-riding are all available near by. The cottage is dog friendly.
Brignall Mill, near Barnard Castle, is an eighteenth century stone watermill on a small country estate. Offering a totally tranquil stay, with all home comforts, the Mill stands in an idyllic spot within the old North Riding of Yorkshire, bordering the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Good views are taken for granted. Bring your camera.
The Mill is situated in a dramatic gorge carved out by the River Greta through Teesdale, a beautiful rolling landscape of sheep pastures divided by ancient stone walls and, on the tops, open moorlands. The waterwheel, machinery and grindstones have been incorporated into an ingenious eco-friendly living space which can sleep 4/6. Available New Year from December 29th for one week.
Rofield Barn near Cheltenham. Converted from a three hundred year old barn, this outstanding fully detached property offers high quality accommodation. Rated 5 stars by Visit Britain, this property as every modern convenience and yet retains all the character and charm of the original building. Spacious, light and airy living room with it's high vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, traditional stove and superb views across the enclosed garden to the countryside beyond. All rooms are beautifully furnished and very well equipped with everything you require for your holiday or short let. Warm and welcoming throughout all seasons, Rofield Barn has under-floor heating, flat screen tv with Freeview, iPod docking station, WiFi Broadband Internet, a traditional stove and full central heating upstairs. A downstairs twin bedded room with larger doorways provides access for guests requiring disabled facilities. An outstanding property in a beautiful location and unreservedly recommended. Good views of open Cotswold countryside from back garden. Up to 3 dogs welcome by arrangement. WiFi Broadband Internet. Availability for Easter, dates in May and summer. Please call for details.
This delightfully eccentric garden house was built c1750, and its idyllic setting affords good views over parkland and an ornamental canal. Although peacefully secluded, The Orangery sits in the heart of the village of Frampton on Severn with its well-stocked Post Office and store and two traditional pubs.
Situated just 2 miles from J13 of the M5, The Orangery is a perfect location for family holidays, romantic retreats, special celebration breaks and reunions. Downstairs bedroom, kingsize bed,
Little Canwood House is a new spacious self catering holiday cottage situated in heart of rolling countryside offering good views over the rural farmland of Herefordshire. This remote self-catering holiday cottage is place where you can find peace in the countryside.
Recently refurbished, Little Canwood House, has been sympathetically restored to create a traditional yet modern feel,and the 5* Tourist Board rating offering luxury, self catering, accommodation suitable for couples, families and groups - sleeps 8. We also offer king-size bed with a Egyptian cotton bedlinen. WiFi Broadband Internet access available. The covered well in the kitchen is a very unusual special feature.
Please call for availability and book ahead for half terms and Easter. Barbeque available.
The Gun Emplacement is the nearest house to France. It's perched on the cliff top on Lighthouse Down, the National Trust's protected coastal expanse, overlooking St. Margaret's Bay, which has come to be known as The White Cliffs. The house was built by the Army in 1910, Sir Peter Ustinov was billeted there during the Second War and he bought it from the Ministry of Defence in 1946. It is not suitable for children under 12 but fine for older people,(two steps)
Up to 4 dogs welcome by arrangement - Dependant upon size of dogs!
NO SMOKERS. There are 3 double bedrooms, a pleasant sitting-room with a fire-place and a convertable sofa, good views looking over the sea, with sliding double-glazed windows on 3 sides: a tiny modern kitchen fitted with Ikea cupboards, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave, a separate WC, new bathroom with basin, bath and tiled walk-in shower with excellent pressure. There is even an airing cupboard to keep linen warm. The cottage can sleep 1-6 people. 7 night lets only from Saturday to Saturday only.
Walkers' Farm Cottages are in the heart of Somerset with wonderful views over the levels and the surrounding hills. They lie in the quiet hamlet of Stathe between Burrowbridge and Stoke St. Gregory. Come here to experience real peace and tranquility, see the stars in the clear night sky and get up to the dawn chorus...
The cottages are converted to the highest standards from stabling and farm buildings. They are light and airy and come fully equipped with everything you need for a home from home. Availability for Christmas and New Year - group bookings welcome.
3 bedroom cottage in a secluded rural location, ideal for a peaceful country cottage break. Lawns with a patio and drying area at the rear surround Willow cottage. Good views of the countryside from the cottage. There is ample parking for three cars. Birds and wildlife are in abundance, with badgers, foxes, deer, woodpeckers, owls, pheasants, tits and many more species visiting the garden. Available for end of August and mid-September, New Year and other dates later this year.
Granary Cottage, '':- comprises the end of a 100 year old stables and Granary, set in the peaceful countryside just one and a half miles from the village of Snainton, which lies between Pickering and Scarborough.The accomodation:- is on one level with a spacious kitchen / diner, two ground floor bedrooms and lounge with open fire. With wonderful views to the North Yorks Moors, it is an ideal touring base for the market towns of Pickering, Malton and Helmsley, the historic City of York and "Heartbeat country " all within easy reach.
Please check Cottage availability by clicking on the picture to the left. 2010 calendar now available.
Two new Luxury, pet friendly holiday apartments in North Yorkshire;suitable for dogs.
The apartments have been finished to a a very high standard. Suitable for holiday makers, walkers cyclists and tourists. Close to Harrogate, Leeds, York, Fountains Abbey and Pateley Bridge.
The apartments sleep 2 to 4 people. Perfect apartments for couples looking for a romantic break. Kingsize bed. Underfloor heating in ground floor apartment. Patio. Available for Short Breaks - weekend or midweek.
Good views.
Charming and authentic stone built 2 bedroom self-catering cottage on shorefront 12 acre farm with wonderful views of Ardgroom Harbour, Kenmare Bay and the Caha Mountains in the scenic Ring of Beara in West Cork, Ireland. Explore the scenic countryside of south west Ireland, throw in a round of golf, horse riding, fishing, relax in in the friendly Irish pubs and listen to some Irish music. This is the perfect spot for a relaxing holiday away from the rough and tumble of life.
Availability for Christmas, come and enjoy a different Christmas in Ireland.
Our Gamekeepers Cottage and Norwegian Lodges at Loch Monzievaird offer four star standards of self catering comfort, in beautiful, mature and extensive grounds of oak and beech. The Lodges are private and well spread out, and all take advantage of differing elevated positions to enjoy the magnificent views over the loch. There are a variety of sizes, each sleeping 2-8 people. Do click on the image to explore this superb location with its wonderful views. If you are looking for peace, seclusion and privacy, then you will find it here.
With wonderful views over rolling farmland, this cottage offers luxury holiday accommodation for four people and is full of original features such as exposed wooden beams, trusses and stone walls. One small dog welcome.
Spacious stone barn conversion, in the Snowdonia National Park. Sleeps 4 plus cot, 2 ensuite bedrooms. Central for walking, fishing, cycling and the beach. Exclusive Prince Albert fishing rights, two rods available on the river Wnion at Rhydymain, Salmon and sea trout. Barmouth and Fairbourne beach approx 10-15 miles. Bedlinen provided. Private raised decking woth good views overlooking Cadair Idris mountain. Sorry no pets. Awaiting tourist board grading. Availability for half-term.
Spend a relaxing break in our luxurious pine lodge with private hot tub, located on a farm in the peaceful countryside of Powys in mid-Wales with bubbling stream. The pine lodge is surrounded by good views of our hidden valley. The lodge sleeps 4. Games room is available to all guests staying on the farm, which includes a full size Snooker table, darts and table tennis.