| Elgar Cottage - Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire |
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Sleeps: 2. Bedrooms: 1 (1 king-sized 4-poster + cot). Herefordshire. Short breaks. Sorry no pets.
This is a wonderful 5 star cottage in peaceful countryside on a Georgian estate just outside Ross-on-Wye. Elgar Cottage nestles in 14 acres of parkland in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The cottage is perfect for exploring the glorious Wye Valley where the river provides opportunties for rock climbing, canoeing or abseiling on and around its picturesque banks. Ross-on-Wye has quaint wooden-framed houses and good pubs and restaurants, and this cottage is centrally located for the Malvern Hills, the Brecon Beacons, the Black Mountains and the Cotswolds - perfect for anyone wishing to tour the Heart of England.
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| The Hen House - Berrington, Worcestershire |
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Sleeps: 2. Bedrooms: 1 (1 Double). Worcestershire. Short breaks. Pets welcome.
The Hen House is situated in a peaceful, rural location on nearly 9 acres of private garden, orchard and meadowland. Nestling in the Teme Valley on the Worcester, Shropshire and Herefordshire borders, the cottage is convenient for a huge range of activities - horseriding amongst the forest paths and bridleways, off-road biking, cycling through country lanes, and boat trips and fishing in the rivers. The area's historic towns and villages ooze character. Ludlow is renowned for some of the highest quality restaurants in the country. There is so much to see in the heart of England and this lovely little cottage is convenient for exploring it all.
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| Alice Cottage - Oundle, Northamptonshire |
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Sleeps: 2. Bedrooms: 1 (1 double). Oundle. Short breaks off-peak. Disabled access. Sorry, no pets.
Alice Cottage is a 5 star rural cottage situated in rural Northamptonshire, close to town of Oundle and convenient for walking in the lovely wooded Nene Valley, exploring manor houses and gardens, pictureesque market towns and country pubs. The ancient woodland above the Nene Valley is a mosaic of habitats and the area teems with rare wildlife. It is a great area to take children on holiday, with cycling and watersports around the region's many lakes. The accommodation is fully accessible for wheelchair users.
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| Tweedle Dum Cottage - Youlgreave, Derbyshire |
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Sleeps: 2 + baby. Bedrooms: 1 (1 Kingsize). Derbyshire. Short breaks. Pets welcome.
Tweedle Dum cottage is a luxury historic one bedroom cottage with beautiful features, wooden beams, stripped floors and a four-poster bed! Located in the heart of Youlgreave, one of the prettiest villages of the Peak District. An area of outstanding beauty, covering 555 square miles, there is something for everyone here: with many fabulous walks and cycles right from the doorstep. Carsington Water, which offers a full range of water sports, is a short drive away. There are opportunities to go caving, climbing, horse-riding and hot air balooning. Or take a gentle stroll around the village where three pubs serve homecooked meals.
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| Blake Cottage - Cinderford, Gloucestershire |
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1 Double. Cinderford-14 miles to Gloucester. Short breaks upon request. Dogs welcome for small charge and other pets by arrangement.
This 4 star Quality in Tourism awarded self-catering cottage is ideal for a couple who just want to get away from it all. Blake Cottage sits just on the edge of Cinderford in the Royal Forest of Dean, an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is nestled between the rivers Severn and Wye and borders Herefordshire and South Wales. The Royal Forest of Dean is the starting point for a vast array of outdoor pursuits, from the leisurely attractions of fishing and birdwatching to the energetic pursuits of mountain biking and abseiling. The cottage itself combines the rustic charm of its heritage whilst providing all the modern conveniences with a firmly eco-friendly perspective. From the cottage door it is just a short walk to the wildlife conservation area, Linear Park, and the refurbished Edwardian Palace Cinema. Cinderford is a historic market town and is rich in locations that reveal the region’s past, from the prehistoric to the present, including the Dean Heritage Museum, Littledean Jail and the ancient iron mines in the Clearwell Caves. Many visitors may experience a sense of déja vu when they wander along the paths in magical Puzzlewood. It is often used in filming on location for series such as Dr Who and Merlin and is believed to be the inspiration for Tolkien’s mythical land, Middle Earth in The Lord of the Rings. With forest walks and cyclepaths right on the doorstep along with museums, historic ruins, restaurants and galleries you can choose how to spend your holiday - Blake Cottage is the ideal place to relax and unwind at the end of your busy day.
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| Wisteria Cottages - Dorrington, Shropshire |
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Bedrooms: Cottage 1: 1 twin room; Cottage 2: 1 Double Bed. Shrewsbury. Short breaks (3 nights minimum). Disabled access.
Wisteria Cottages are nestled in the beautiful Shropshire countryside. Each cottage has own outside space, including a patio with table and chairs, from which you can relax and enjoy outstanding views of the south Shropshire hills. These cottages are ideally located in a central Shropshire location providing an excellent base for cycling, walking, golfing and horse-riding breaks. The cottages are modern, fully equipped and furnished to the highest standards. You can unwind in comfort after a long day exploring the wonderful Shropshire countryside.
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| Grosvenor Cottage - Weston-under-Penyard, Herefordshire |
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Sleeps: 3. Bedrooms: 2 (1 Double, 1 Single). Herefordshire. Short breaks. Pets welcome.
Escape to the Wye Valley where a warm welcome awaits you in the graceful and tranquil ambience of Grosvenor Cottage, one of a group of holiday cottages that nestle in 14 acres of parkland on a Georgian estate. This 5 star cottage is close to the historic market town of Ross-on-Wye, where you'll find lovely timber framed houses, beautiful walks and a number of outstanding pubs and restaurants. This is a fantastic cottage for walking, cycling, canoeing, fishing, abseiling or rock climbing in and around the rivers of the Wye and Usk that meander through the Wye Valley. It's a land immortalised by the Romantic Poets and an area of outstanding natural beauty, yet it's only 2.5 hours from London.
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| India Cottage - Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire |
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Sleeps: 4. Bedrooms: 2 (1 double, 2 twin). Ross-on-Wye. Short breaks available. Pets Welcome. Not suitable for younger children.
India Cottage is an immaculately presented holiday cottage in a quiet courtyard in the heart of the beautiful historic market town of Ross-on-Wye. Located next to the owner's second holiday home which sleeps 3, these spacious self-catering cottages can be rented separately or together for two families with older children or couples on holiday in a group. The Grade II listed building has been transformed with contemporary décor and furnishings that make your stay feel extra special. The cottage is perfectly situated for beautiful walks and a number of outstanding pubs and restaurants. On your doorstep are Herefordshire's gentle green hills, medieval castles, timber-framed houses, dramatic gorges and rare wildlife, where cycling, walking, canoeing and sightseeing are all on offer.
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| The Old Chapel - Yorkley, Gloucestershire |
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Bedrooms: 2 doubles. Sleeps: 4. Gloucester 12 miles. Short breaks available. Sorry no pets.
The Old Chapel exudes peace and tranquillity. It feels very romantic in the evenings and it's the perfect place to 'switch off' and unwind. Situated up a small lane in a peaceful village you can literally start walking into the Forest right from the doorstep. The area is a wonderful place to explore with walking and cycle paths all around. There are a whole range of activities on offer and you can choose just how active you would like your holiday to be - on the other hand there are 4 comfortable reclining chairs in the courtyard garden!
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| Honey Cottage - Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire |
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Bedrooms 2: 1 Double and 1 Twin. Short Breaks. Gloucestershire. Sorry no pets.
Honey Cottage is a charming, period self-catering holiday cottage in the Cotswolds. It is perfect for a romantic break for two or for a group of friends or a family. The property is perfectly situated in the heart of the beautiful historic Cotswolds market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, only a minute's walk from the market square with its restaurants, gastro-pubs, delicatessens, art galleries and shops. Surrounding Stow are the beautiful rolling hills and countryside of the Cotswolds just waiting to be explored.
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| Forest Break - Cinderford, Gloucestershire |
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1 Double and 1 Twin, Cinderford. Sorry no pets.
Forest Breaks cottage in the old mining town of Cinderford offers a superb location from which to explore the Forest Dean. A beautiful woodland place where you can escape from the bustle of everyday life and enjoy tranquility. Cinderford has an excellent selection of shops, restaurants and pubs. The surrounding area has lots of activities for families including the Dean Forest Railway, Dean Heritage and Clearwell Caves. Further afield, you can explore Caldicot's magnificent medieval castle set in fifty-five acres of beautiful parkland, and the historic market towns of Ross-on-Wye, Chepstow and Gloucester offer excellent shopping, including traditional weekly markets.
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| Sansome House Cottage - Ilmington, Warwickshire |
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Bedrooms 2: (1 Twin, 1 Kingsized). Sleeps 4. North Cotswold Village. Short Breaks. Sorry No Pets
This sympathetically restored courtyard cottage is situated in the beautiful North Cotswold village of Ilmington. With two pubs and a shop in the village, it is an ideal holiday property for a short break, or a longer holiday. Enjoy the beautiful Cotswold countryside that surrounds this property either by bike, walking or in the car. Ilmington is situated between Shipston on Stour and Chipping Campden, 7 miles south of Stratford upon Avon and only 45 mins drive from Oxford and Cheltenham so there’s so much to see and do from the cottage.
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| Printer's Cottage - Tideswell, Derbyshire |
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Sleeps: 7. Bedrooms: 2 (1 double, 1 family room). Derbyshire. Short breaks. Pets welcome.
Retaining many original features the cottage offers spacious comfortable self-catering accommodation for up to 7 people and forms the perfect base for couples, friends and families seeking to explore the beautiful Peak District National Park. Recently renovated to a high standard, Printer's Cottage provides everything you will need for relaxing indoors or for recuperating after a hard day's activities, with all the village amenities a couple of minute's walk away. The area is a haven for walkers, anglers and birdwatchers, and offers an abundance of fun-filled adrenalin fuelled outdoor pursuits - climbing, cycling, mountain-biking and caving are available on your doorstep. Printer's Cottage really offers something for everyone.
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| Caradoc Court - Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire |
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Sleeps: 8. Bedrooms: 4 (2 x Doubles, 2 x Twins). Separate Studio (sleeps 2) also available. Herefordshire. Short breaks. Suitable for children. No Pets.
For self-catering with character in a splendid period property, this is the perfect holiday home. Situated in an area that boasts plenty of activities and sightseeing, it is equally suited to a family with children, or a group of friends. Food-lovers will adore the area's reputation for gourmet foods, including the Abergavenny food festival. The Wye and Usk rivers that meander through the valley, provide plenty of activities - fabulous cycle routes, bridle paths, trails and kayaking. Nearby are the bustling towns of Monmouth, Abergavenny, Newport, and Chepstow where you can enjoy a day at the races. The apartment is perfectly situated for Offa's Dyke and is the ideal gateway into the Forest of Dean.
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| Harmony Cottage - Blakeney, Gloucestershire |
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Bedrooms: 4/5; 3 doubles, 1 single, 1 double sofa bed in galleried room. Sleeps: 9. Gloucester. Short breaks and pets welcome.
This luxury property is ideal for family get togethers because it has a dining hall plus three separate sitting rooms affording much space. In the garden you will discover the heavenly 6-seater hot tub and the barn which houses the pool table and darts boards. There are many patio areas with suitable seating and for the more romantic, a swing seat. Keeping the family entertained is easy with so many things to see and do in the surrounding Forest of Dean.
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| Wellwood Lodge - Buxton, Derbyshire |
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Sleeps: 12. Bedrooms: 6 (4 double, 2 twin). Derbyshire. Short breaks. Pets welcome.
Wellwood Lodge is a lovely large Victorian house in the historic spa town of Buxton in Derbyshire. This spacious house is ideally situated for experiencing the varied landscape of the Peak District National Park, where rugged moors and pretty dales offer an abundance of activities from walking, cycling, climbing, caving and fishing. If you're after a cultural break, the house is convenient to the town's famous sights - Buxton boasts lovely parks and gardens, a wonderful theatre, a stunning opera house, shopping arcades and ancient buildings, pubs and restaurants. This spacious house in a quiet residential area is equally suited for an activity break or family holiday.
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| Woodside House - Belper, Derbyshire |
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Sleeps: 16. Bedrooms: 6 (2 family, 2 double, 2 twin). Derbyshire. Short breaks. Pets welcome.
Woodside House is a quality 4 Star self-catering holiday home, that sleeps 16. Located in the lovely Derwent Valley, a perfect spot from which to explore the Peak District and the glorious countryside of Derbyshire, the house makes a spacious venue for a large family holiday or celebration. This holiday cottage is within easy reach of all the activities the Peaks have to offer. From walking, cycling, climbing and caving, to watersports and fishing, there is so much for do for all ages. decorated to a high standard, furnished with Spanish tiles and stripped pine, a woodburning stove, an ample dining table and loads of comfortable seating. The house is spacious enough for a large family to enjoy different activities under the same roof making this holiday home everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable family getaway.
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