Horringer Park Gates is located just within the entrance to the 1800-acre Ickworth estate, and within Horringer village. Bordered by woodland, this one and a half storey Grade II listed gatehouse has changed little in two centuries, with recent renovations very much in keeping…
Tucked into the low cliffs, just above the long sandy beaches of Carne and Pendower, is this converted farm building. Inside hosts a bright interior and unparalleled sea views. The cottage is surrounded by lawns and it's just a short walk from the gently sloping beach.…
Once part of Triggabrowne, a traditional Cornish farming settlement, Fortescue is now one of several holiday cottages on the site. Fortescue is a sturdy dwelling adjoining Hayrick Cottage. Also in the vicinity are Dairy Cottage,The Farm House and Tippett's. Just a short walk…
For a traditional Cornish farmhouse stay with added luxury and unrivalled sea views, head to Mowhay. It’s one of several holiday cottages, Granary, Hayloft, Gwendra Wartha and Dairy Cottage that make up the tiny farming hamlet of Gwendra on the Roseland Peninsula.Inside,…
There’s always something magical about staying in the midst of a forest; the eerie silence, the flittering of wildlife and carpets of spring flowers. Like the setting of a fairy-tale, this dreamy thatch cottage lies in the heart of the Ashclyst Forest, on the Killerton…
Fomerly occupied by some of the estate’s gardeners, you’ll love this cottage’s location in the estate, close to the old stables, shop and tea-room. With out-of-hours access to the wider estate it’s great for walkers, cyclists, families and couples looking…
An idyllic holiday spot, this restored farmworkers cottage on the Wallington Estate is perfect for a peaceful getaway.Eskeleth has been recently refurbished and is a fine example of an 18th-century farmworker’s cottage. The cottage is light and bright and decorated in warm…
Sherborne West Lodge is a semi-detached former lodge cottage built at the turn of the century. It’s small and snug but perfect for couples. Elegant décor runs throughout the cottage and period features such as the fireplaces add a little historic charm.…
Who knew a former potting shed could make such a beautiful holiday cottage? The 19th-century stone and slate cottage hides amongst the trees, where views of the Helford River peek through a grassy glade. Inside reveals stylish interior with high ceilings and an open-plan living,…
Tan y Bwlch is a grade II listed traditional Penllyn crog loft cottage built in the early nineteenth-century. After a full restoration, its carefully preserved interior is a rare example of its type. The one-bedroom nook retains its original features including an inglenook…
Step inside The Bakehouse to a beautifully renovated country cottage. Wonky beams, a log effect gas stove, and a large upstairs bedroom with exposed timber cruck frames add to its rustic charm. Sitting in a former farmyard across from a 16th-century farmhouse, it boasts…
Stay in one of the most iconic addresses in the UK, Arlington Row. The quintessence of a pretty English street, you’ll be staying in its only holiday cottage, No.9. Close the front door away from photo-snapping tourists to a special two-bedroom nest with stacks of…
Stay in the gate lodge of one of Suffolk’s oldest (and most intriguing) houses. This little lodge occupies the oldest part of the rambling 17th-century farmhouse, Thorington Hall, and retains much of it original character. The cottage has a rustic theme throughout…
Grade II listed, Trelissick New Lodge, was built in 1860 when a new entrance was created to give a grander approach to Trelissick House. With its rounded chimneys and latticed windows, it’s a fascinating example of the Victorian picturesque style of architecture.…
It’s hard to imagine a position more perfect for a holiday cottage; with the waves gently crashing below the front garden and views extending over the Helford River. The cottage itself is aesthetically perfect too, with its 18th-century stone and slate exterior, small…
Stay in the oldest cottage in Port Quin, once a fisherman's home. The cottage retains its historic features with low ceilings, original beams and a solid-fuel stove adding to its cosy Cornish feel.You’ll have your own garden where views down towards the…
Helston Lodge is located right on the water’s edge at the head of Loe Pool, Cornwall’s largest natural lake. The former gate lodge commands outstanding view over the Loe and its wooded banks. With its tastefully furnished interior, the Lodge makes a perfect…
It may have the air of a Tudor building, but the Grade II listed gate house at the entrance to Montacute House is actually a 19th-centure property. Built from local stone, this pretty holiday cottage has its own private garden leading on to the estate. Take advantage of…
This holiday apartment is on the first floor above the Victorian Laundry, only 45 yards from the historic Beningbrough Hall.This recently refurbished spacious apartment has a large open-plan sitting/dining-room with views into the courtyard and across the parkland. Explore the…
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!