If you're interested in the environment then these eco-friendly cottages may be exactly what you would like for your next self-catering holiday or weekend break.
Click on the cottage photographs to find out more about the features of each eco-friendly cottage.
Accommodation in England
Cornwall
Higher Menadew Farm Cottages
Superb quality cottages in peaceful Cornish countryside, perfect for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. Our superb indoor heated swimming pool, centrally heated cottages and cosy log-burners make a holiday here a treat at any time of year. Close to coast, beautiful beaches, glorious gardens, country houses, the unmissable Eden Project, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, family adventure parks and much more. As members of the Green Tourism Business Scheme we are eco-friendly. Couples and families return again and again. Book now. Always popular at Christmas, New Year, half term, and Easter. SPRING BREAKS in Cornwall ... the numerous gardens are superb; the coast is beautiful and there are great restaurants ... perfect!
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.
Large, 4 bedroom eco-friendly stone cottage situated in private garden on the Devon/Cornwall border, close to the coast and beaches. Families and pets welcome. Short breaks and weekends from September to May. This cottage has won Green awards.
Enjoy country walks over the festive period to work off those mince pies.
Large, luxury eco-friendly barn conversion in its own private enclosed garden and courtyard, located at the heart of Beer Mill Nature Trails. Sleeps up to 10 plus2 in 5 bedrooms; 3 kingsize - 2 with ensuite shower rooms and 1 with double sofabed, 2 twin rooms, a further feature bathroom and and additional shower/wc, large open plan living/dining/kitchen area arranged around huge stone fireplace with double sided log burner. Wildlife walks from the doorstep, close to North Cornwall coast.
Overlooking the beautiful Yealm valley this idyllic eco-friendly log cabin will provide you with a peaceful and tranquil retreat. The cabin is secluded and sits between rolling hills and lush green fields.
The South Hams is England's most outstanding area of beauty and you could be in the heart of it! Sleeps 4.
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.
Quirky, restful, eco-friendly and quite frankly a little green gem with fabulous sea views! Gas barbeque. Maybe you want to play on the beach with your children, or simply take a stroll along the beautiful coastal footpath, maybe wield a paintbrush and create a work of art, or just watch the stunning sunsets from your door, there really is something for everyone at The Beach Retreat!
Luxury 4* eco-friendly lodges on a superb 45 hole golf complex, close to Rutland Water in the heart of the English countryside. Our 3 bedroomed lodges comfortably sleep 6 and are furnished to a high standard. Guests can enjoy free fishing, free Par 3 golf, discounted greenfees on the two main golf courses and discounts in our Restaurants and Bar. Archery, bowls, salmon fishing, off road driving and quad-biking. Perfect for sailing, birdwatching, golfing, cycling, fishing and just relaxing in the beautiful Rutland countryside. We have some Lodges still available for Christmas and New Year - arrival Monday 28th, depart Thursday 31st December at a tariff £350 per Lodge.
please contact us for more details! View our website www.greethamvalley.co.uk
Seven luxuriously renovated eco-friendly cottages with stunning views of Lincolnshire Wolds. Each cottage is different, sleeps 2-6, Jacuzzi, sauna and massages available on site. Granary sleeps 6, Viking (2) & Betty Hutton , Bluebell & Juice Trump Cottage ( 2+2). Meeting room available seats up to 24.Available for Wedding parties. Dogs welcome by arrangement.Horses welcome. Wi-Fi Broadband Internet. Availability for New Year, Easter, half-term and summer holidays, group bookings especially welcome.
Recently restored eco-friendly Stables using natural earth-friendly materials. 2 units of quality self-catering accommodation can be rented separately or together. The first floor ‘Hayloft’ (sleeps 4) is warm and welcoming with a wood-burning stove whilst the ground floor ‘Bothy’ (sleeps 3) is warm and cosy and is also suitable for wheelchair users. Short breaks and weekends throughout the year.
Award winning Cranmer Country cottages - 8 stylish converted barns close to the north Norfolk coast with excellent facilities including indoor swimming pool open all year, games room and 2 all weather tennis courts. Gold award for excellence from visit England. Eco-friendly carbon neutral cottages for sustainable tourism. Short breaks and weekly bookings available. Wi-fi internet access.
Mill Cottage is in a lovely little ‘Back to the Good Life’ setting in a remote small-holding in its own valley – all very eco-friendly. Sleeps 2. The owners also run eco and craft courses; take a look at their website www.assington-mill.co.uk
The Pump House is surrounded by its own beautiful wildflower meadow with a small stream and the Pilgrims Way running through it. The medieval village of Stoke-by-Nayland in Suffolk is just up a tiny single track lane, the setting could hardly be prettier. This Holiday Cottage is ideal for guests who enjoy wonderful walks and being close to nature. The cottage is a Grand Designs conversion of a Water Pumping Station and has incorporated all the latest ecological systems for heating and water treatment - a very unique and enjoyable cottage to stay in. Pets are welcome.
The cottage sleeps 2 but there is a chill-out room in the roof space where a friend or 2 can also sleep on a sofa bed (therefore sleeping 4)
The cottage is eco-friendly and embraces the most modern ‘green’ Heat Transfer system for under floor heating and hot water and an ecological waste water Reed Bed system.
Available for Christmas.
Beautifully renovated luxury complex of 5 barns using the latest eco-friendly technology to provide a sustainable family holiday. All barns are furnished with antique furniture, fittings and traditional log burning stoves for those cosy nights in by the fire. All barns have geo-thermal underfloor heating making them constantly warm and a pleasure to walk on. Located just 3 miles from the stunning blue flag beach at Newgale.Book now for Christmas and New Year
Lambing Event - Lambs are now being born on the farm so come and get the "hands on" experience in our lambing shed until the end of April.
Three hand crafted luxury eco-friendly log cabins furnished to a very high standard, set in their own secluded spot,a five minute walk from the village in the heart of Mid Wales.Cabins sleep 6 comfortably with Hot Tub on patio, steam sauna/shower, balcony and verandah with outdoor seating overlooking great views of surrounding farmland. Nature walks from your Cabin through broadleaf woodland alongside the meandering stream to the wildlife pond.
Tranquility at its best.
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