Here's what you can see and do when staying at one of our cottages in Peebles. Peeblesshire is situated at the heart of the Scottish Borders to the south and west of Edinburgh.
... Read More »By renting a holiday cottage Peebles, the county town, and its rural surrounds offer a great place for getting away from it all. The landscape is a succession of hills, broken by the valley of the Tweed which flows through the county from west to east. The River Tweed is one of the best salmon rivers in Europe making Peeblesshire a favourite with anglers with its streams being well stocked and unpolluted. There are some delightful glens in Peeblesshire formed by the numerous tributaries of the Tweed offering some superb walking especially in Glentress, where ospreys are back in residence. Peeblesshire is a delight for nature lovers and the Dawyck Botanic Garden has a stunning collection of trees, shrubs and a world famous arboretum. So, why not browse our selection of Peebles cottages to find something that catches your eye?
Here's what you can see and do when staying at one of our holiday cottages in Skegness, home of the Jolly Fisherman, with its accompanying slogan, 'Skegness is so bracing'. It is one our best known seaside towns and described by Lonely Planet Guide as 'everything you could want' in a coastal resort.
This is a truly unique holiday setting. This group of Essex cottages forms part of the old village on an exclusive private island on the River Blackwater, just around the Essex coast from the Thames Estuary and conveniently close to central London. The charms of the island are immediately apparent.
Large holiday cottages for Christmas 2012 are at a premium, so my advice would be - don't delay in booking your accommodation for the festive period.Large cottages are a great way of relaxing and enjoying the company of your loved ones over the holiday period and can make it a Christmas to remember.
With its selection of luxury cottages Kent is the ideal location for a short break. It is hard to believe that the Garden of England, as Kent is known, is just a stone's throw from London. It has a most pleasing pastoral landscape of rolling hills, wooded valleys, vineyards, orchards and hop fields.
I'm frequently asked whether we offer holiday cottages with wifi. Many people want, or perhaps need, to stay in touch online whilst enjoying time away on a cottage holiday. Please find below a selection of self catering holiday cottages with wifi access out of more than a hundred with this facility.
With its selection of luxury holiday cottages Sussex is the ideal destination for a short break, or even a longer holiday. On the coast, there are the enduring charms of the traditional English seaside - secluded bays and unspoilt sand dunes as well as lively resorts such as Brighton and Eastbourne.
If you plan to take the family pet along with you, we have a selection of dog friendly cottages in North Wales. You can enjoy your time away much more and have a great fun together - your dog will love accompanying you on long walks in the dramatic mountains or on the beach along the stunning coast.
The South West of England is one of the best fishing areas in the country and one of our holiday cottages in Devon could be the perfect location if you want to go fishing while on holiday. Many of the coastal villages with harbours offer excursions out to sea for anglers of all levels of experience.
Luxury cottages in the Lakes offer the perfect base to explore what is considered one of the most beautiful areas of the UK. The Lake District is a stunning region of high peaks, open fells, lakes and sparkling rivers and this stunning landscape offers endless outdoor activities, especially walking.
When it comes to luxury cottages North Devon has a great selection to suit everyone. Much less developed than the south coast of Devon with rolling hills, hidden woodlands, pretty villages, spectacular rivers, rocky coves and long sandy beaches, North Devon is a great place to get away from it all.
Here's my selection of luxury cottages in Suffolk. This lovely county is perhaps rural England at its very best and the perfect location for a short break. It has mile after mile of gently rolling countryside, ideal for exploring on foot or by bike and a coastline dotted with family holiday resorts.
Dorset really is a gem of a county encompassing all that is best about rural England - rolling green hills, gorse-filled heathland, traditional Dorset cottages, inviting pubs, woodland and hedgerows running down to one of the finest stretches of coastline in England, including a World Heritage Site.
We have a selection of holiday cottages in the Lake District with dogs allowed. So, if you are looking for cottages in Lake District with dogs accepted, why not browse my selection to find something that catches your eye in part of the country which is for many the most beautiful scenery in England.
Suffolk, on the east coast, is possibly rural England at its very best and the perfect location for cottage holidays. It has mile after mile of gently undulating countryside with sleepy villages and towns, ideal for exploration on foot or by bike and a coastline dotted with family holiday resorts.
It is easy to see why Devon cottages by the sea are a popular holiday choice. The county boasts beaches with golden sands and spectacular coastal scenery. Add to this the chance to sample a cream tea, local cider or seafood; you have a great excuse for renting a holiday cottage in Devon by the sea.
If you're looking to visit one of the finest stretches of coastlines in England, why not consider one of our holiday cottages to rent by the sea in Dorset. The coastline is ever changing, taking in dramatic cliff-top walks, safe beaches and also seaside resorts with charming Dorset coastal cottages.
I've come up with a selection of Welsh cottages by the sea to suit all party sizes. So, if you are looking for holiday cottages in Wales by the sea, why not browse my selection to find something that catches your eye?
The Lleyn peninsula lies on the north-west corner of Wales, a dramatically beautiful 24-mile-long finger of land pointing into the Irish Sea dividing Cardigan Bay and Caernarfon Bay. It often plays second fiddle to the more famous Gower peninsula, yet this wild corner has much to offer the visitor.
Where could you stay that is more typically English than at one of our thatched holiday cottages to rent. A timeless icon of traditional village life, the thatched roof has long been synonymous with English country living.But what is it about thatched holiday cottages that make them so sought after?
If you stay at one of our Mull of Kintyre cottages you can discover a small, perfectly formed peninsula which stretches south west down into the Irish Sea, the closest that Scotland gets to Ireland. Swept by the warm Gulf Stream, there are fantastic seascapes on both coasts with some great beaches.
If you would like to enjoy a truly beautiful wetland landscape with huge open skies, more than 120 miles of waterways and lakes why not stay at one of our Norfolk Broads cottages for rent. It a uniquely beautiful environment shaped by people working hand in hand with nature over thousands of years.
Norfolk offers a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of busy life and I'm often asked to recommend some North Norfolk cottages to rent for a truly relaxing holiday. The rich history reflected in the towns and villages of North Norfolk offers a wonderful array of places to explore and visit.
If you're looking for a quirky property, have a look at my choice of unusual cottages to rent. They are usually properties that have served a different purpose in the past converted into out-of-the ordinary holiday cottages. No matter where you want to stay, these are properties full of character.
It wasn't a great summer last year, especially during the school holidays. However staying at one of our Cornish cottages by the sea we did manage to get to the beach most days. Going on recommendations from holidaymakers and locals we discovered some fantastic locations that Cornwall is famous for.
From mid May the traffic through our village often slows as a traditional horse drawn caravan wends its long way towards Appleby. This normally sleepy town in Cumbria hosts the famous Horse Fair in early June, where Gypsies and travellers gather from all over the country to meet up with old friends.
The Cotswolds is one of England's favourite short break destinations, famous for the many honey-coloured limestone villages in beautiful countryside. It lies mainly within the counties of Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire, but extends into parts of Wiltshire, Somerset, Worcestershire and Warwickshire.
Staying at one our Wensleydale cottages is a great way to appreciate the lovely Yorkshire Dales, with beautiful scenery, excellent walking and plenty to see and do for all ages. Wensleydale is home to the famous cheese, made with milk drawn from cows grazing the limestone pastures in the upper dale.
Here is a selection of self catering cottages just outside Chester, one of the jewels in Britain's crown. Chester provides the unique experience of combining great shopping in the Rows - 13th century covered walkways, with a walk along the city walls and a visit to the Norman Cathedral or the zoo.
Holiday cottages in the Lincolnshire Wolds offer perfect accommodation for a getaway-from-it-all break. The rolling hills of the Lincolnshire Wolds are renowned for their spectacular skies and breathtaking views. They are the backbone of Lincolnshire, a line of chalk hills stretching for 40 miles.
My choice of luxury holiday cottages in Cornwall is the finest of our Cornish collection. All our luxury holiday cottages in Cornwall offer their own individual wow factor, from amazing locations with unrivalled coastal or rural views, to stylish interiors with luxurious furnishings, even a hot tub!
If you're thinking of booking a holiday cottage South Hams could be the perfect destination. This is deepest Devon, a pastoral landscape of flowering hedgerows and ancient sunken lanes, carved by the richly wooded valleys of the Avon and Dart and villages of thatched, white, pink and ochre cottages.
If you're planning to visit the Scottish Highlands our Loch Ness cottages make an ideal base from which to explore this stunning region. Loch Ness is a popular Scottish holiday location, the fame of the loch and its monster is known the world over and it is a particularly beautiful part of Scotland.
The seaside holiday is a great British tradition and it is easy to see why Norfolk cottages by the sea are so popular. With mile after mile of wide sand, pine forests, salt marshes and mud flats our Norfolk cottages by the sea offer great accommodation for those looking to be close to quiet beaches.
I am often asked to recommend some East Devon cottages to rent. East Devon has much to offer, from well known seaside resorts on a beautiful coastline classified as a World Heritage Site to some lovely rolling countryside dotted with charming towns and villages, all with the air of unhurried charm.
With its distinctive white domes, the Eden Project is Cornwall's best-known tourist attraction. Since opening to the public in March 2001 nearly 13 million people have visited the site in Cornwall. If you are looking for Eden Project accommodation we have a good selection of cottages to rent nearby.
Dartmoor is the largest and wildest area of open country in southern England and I am often asked to recommend some Dartmoor cottages to rent. It is a mostly rugged moorland landscape, with some wooded valleys and a host of charming villages where you will find most of our Dartmoor holiday cottages.
Here at UK Cottages we have a really excellent selection of cottages to rent with indoor pool - from the northern Highlands of Scotland to the southern tip of Cornwall, from cosy cottages for couples to properties for large groups, from simple holiday cottages to luxury cottages with an indoor pool.
The National Forest is one of the most ambitious and imaginative environmental projects in the UK. Stretching across parts of Leicestershire, Derbyshire and Staffordshire 200 square miles of countryside are being transformed, merging ancient woodland with new planting to form a new national forest.
If you are thinking of booking a holiday cottage Exmoor could be the perfect destination. It is home to some of the most varied and beautiful scenery in southern England comprising a coastline with high and dramatic cliffs and heather moorland cut by deep fertile valleys dotted with pretty villages.
I've noticed an increasing demand for large holiday homes from families and friends taking holidays or a short break together. Large holiday homes are often an inexpensive way of relaxing and enjoying the company of your loved ones, allowing you to spend more money on what really matters most -fun.
As an island nation, surrounded by seas and ocean, it comes as no surprise that many people are drawn to our beautiful coastline. Coast was a fantastic TV series, depicting our seaboard in all its glory, and I never tire of watching it. Some of our most dramatic coastline can be found in Scotland.
With many of us having to tighten our purse strings, I'm frequently asked for advice from families and couples on cheap cottages for a holiday in the UK. After all cheap cottages offer great value for money at any time of the year, and will often provide a surprising level of comfort and facilities.
For a UK holiday a cottage makes an ideal base from which to explore over one hundred miles of varied shoreline along the North Yorkshire coast. You'll be spoilt for choice, from pretty fishing villages to lively resorts, including Britain's first seaside holiday destination and the home of Dracula.
The Forest of Dean is one of England's few remaining ancient woodlands and well worth discovering on a cottage holiday in Gloucestershire. Known locally as the The Forest it is composed of mixed woodland, mainly oak although beech is also common and sweet chestnut has grown here for many centuries.
Easter provides an opportunity for the whole family to head off together for a well earned holiday. Wondering where to go on your Easter break? Seaside, country, a relaxing or active holiday, there are so many fantastic places to see, so much to do and such a great selection of cottages in the UK.
Whether it's for a memorable anniversary, Valentines Weekend, a special birthday or just to spend some extra special time in each other's company, what could be more romantic than a cosy country cottage for two? Well how about spending a short break or even longer at a cottage with your own hot tub?
We recently had a great holiday self catering in Northumberland. I thought I'd share with you what I consider to be the highlights if you are thinking of a similar break. In case you did not know, Northumberland is the most northerly of English counties, lying mainly to the north of Hadrian's Wall.
I was really pleasantly surprised when I had a cottage holiday in Shropshire not so long ago. There was so much to see and do that I decided I would have to go back again soon and enjoy another UK holiday break there. From my first visit I've selected my five favourite places to visit in Shropshire.
I normally associate the beautiful landscape of limestone country - distinctive silver-grey crags, gorges, dry valleys, rocky outcrops all criss-crossed by dry stone-walls with the Yorkshire Dales. However you do not need to venture up north to enjoy cottage holidays in this distinctive countryside.
'I just want to get away from it all'. How often have you heard that expression used when someone feels that everything is getting too much and they believe the answer is to escape, even if just for a few days. A friend recently asked me to recommend some cottages to rent in the middle of nowhere.
Eating outdoors holds a magical allure. Kids love picnics and they are a great way to spend a lazy day whilst on holiday. When the sun shines there is nothing like spreading the rug in a lovely setting and enjoying everything, from just a few sandwiches and a drink to hamper with all the trimmings.
Beach quality is of the utmost importance for those seeking seaside holiday cottages in the summer. As the main holiday season approaches it is most helpful that the annual Blue Fag awards have just been announced (May 2010). To achieve Blue Flag status a beach must comply with certain standards.
For a short break in a holiday cottage East Yorkshire has a great deal to offer. You'll find yourself travelling amidst Hockney landscapes, exploring medieval towns as well as discovering some ancient mysteries.The East Riding is one of the three Ridings making up England's largest county Yorkshire.
Staffordshire is situated in the heart of England and home to Alton Towers, the UK's largest theme park. However, the county has more to offer as a cottage holiday destination. So why not book a holiday cottage, for a longer stay, visit Alton Towers but then consider visiting these five hidden gems.
Apparently, 2009 is going to be a good year for English wine. The warm, dry weather at the end of June and beginning of July, the flowering period, and September's Indian summer were pretty much perfect growing conditions for winemakers. They say grapes have never been of such quality and quantity.
