Cottage holidays in the home counties are always popular. The beautiful countryside, riverside pubs and inns, open gardens to visit and a multitude of tourist attractions combined with self-catering country cottage accommodation offer the opportunity for a glorious holiday or short break.

Accommodation in England

Bedfordshire	Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages
	Two country cottages, less than 1 hour from London, with good countryside views. Each cottage sleeps 2-6 people. Private garden area with furniture. Many places to visit and plenty of things to do in. Whipsnade Wild Animal Park, only 10 minutes drive in the car, and the beautiful National Trust Ashridge Forest and Ivinghoe Beacon with fantastic views and many different walks for all abilities. Woburn Safari Park and Woburn Abbey - 15 minutes away. The centuries old village of Aldbury, just below Ashridge, with it?s famous stocks is well worth a visit.   01525 210621,    Click here to email about cottage holiday
Berkshire	Dorney Self Catering Apartments
	Dorney Self Catering Apartmentes are situated in a very peaceful location, yet only ten minutes drive to Legoland and Windsor. We are a short walk from the River Thames and London is a 30 minutes train journey away leaving from Slough. Large gardens with plenty of room for parking. Dogs are welcome with prior notice. Suitable for children, families, adult groups, rowers (Dorney Lake is two minutes walk away) and anyone wishing to get away from it all.   01753 827037,    Click here to email about cottage holiday
Gloucestershire	Fairlie
	Charming 4 bedroom Period stone cottage located on the banks of the River Windrush in the centre of the 'Venice of the Cotswolds'. Sleeps 8. Delightfully furnished rooms which are light and spacious, many of which overlook the River. Garden and Parking for 3 cars. Short breaks and pets welcome.   01959 569096,N/A    Click here to email about cottage holiday
Gloucestershire	Broadway House
	A large converted Cotswold stone barn set in a tranquil location in an area of outstanding natural beauty. This spacious cottage has seven bedrooms and six bathrooms. It is ideal for larger groups. Conference facilities are also available making it eminently suited to small business groups.   01451 832215,    Click here to email about cottage holiday
Herefordshire	The Sherriffs
	The Sherriffs in North West Herefordshire - Located on the Welsh border equidistant between Hay-on-Wye and Ludlow, the Sherriffs offers luxury five star accommodation in a beautiful isolated setting, surrounded by splendid mature gardens. This Grade II listed Queen Anne House is spacious and comfortable, retaining many of the original features. It has recently been sympathetically refurbished with full central heating providing a luxurious and comfortable base from which to explore the local countryside. The accommodation comprises three large reception rooms; a fully modernised kitchen; 6 double or twin bedrooms (sleeping 14 in total) and 3 bathrooms, plus a shower room. Other facilities include an open fire, a washing and drying machine, TV, video, telephone, music centre, games, linen included, welcome hamper. There is garden furniture and a barbecue for guests to use. Cordon Bleu cookery and basic groceries can be delivered to your door. The house is 2 miles away from 'The Stagg' in Titley, which is the only Michelin * pub in the UK. The Sherriffs is located in an isolated romantic setting near Offas Dyke path and the beautiful Welsh hills.   01544 340 241,    Click here to email about cottage holiday
Herefordshire	The Colloquy
	The Colloquy is in an old Victorian Stable block that sleeps up to 16 people. It features eight en-suite bedrooms or family rooms, some with roll top baths, some with showers and some with both. Swimming pool (May to September), sauna, jacuzzi and squash court. Sky TV.   01544 340 241,    Click here to email about cottage holiday
Herefordshire	Upper Trereece, Llangarron
	Upper Trereece is a superbly comfortable home for 8 people. It was fitted with all new appliances including a Rangemaster electric/gas cooker, and is ideal for people who want to have a 'get away from it all' holiday in the wonderful Herefordshire countryside. It is a 'home from home' and not simply a holiday let. The barn features exposed beams, a sitting room room with a welcoming log burning fire, a large galleried entrance hall with table tennis, a 27ft kitchen/dining room, a utility room and cloakroom. Upstairs are 2 double bedrooms, one with an en-suite bathroom, the other with an en-suite shower room, and 2 further twin bedrooms sharing a family bathroom. Outside, there is a secure courtyard with patio, garden furniture and a barbecue.   01604 696 889,    Click here to email about cottage holiday
Herefordshire	The Manor House
	An historic 11 bedroom house with stunning grounds of 1 acre, three living rooms, spectacular kitchen, dining room to seat 20, baby grand piano, seven shower/bath rooms (4 en-suite), hot tub and games barn. Ideally located in the Heart of England, the Manor House is in the centre of a lovely, peaceful village. Child-friendly and perfect for reunions and corporate events.   01727 869 619,07763399654    Click here to email about cottage holiday
Herefordshire	Home Barn
	Home Barn is next to the river in the picturesque Dulas Valley less than a mile from Ewyas Harold village with its local shop, butchers and pub. Both rustic and stylish the barn sleeps 8/10. Enjoy the space of our 200 acre farm. Short breaks available. Excellent location for family parties. Pets welcome. A welcome hamper of local produce awaits. AVAILIBILITY for FEBRUARY breaks. Take a look at www.homefarmdulas.co.uk   01981 241108,0797 4810 913    Click here to email about cottage holiday
Oxfordshire	Oak Cottage
	Oak Cottage is a comfortable 2 bedroom cottage in the desirable Oxfordshire town of Wallingford. It features exposed oak beams and Victorian leaded light windows. King-size bed, WiFi Broadband Internet access. The River Thames for scenic strolls, cinema/theatre, pubs, restaurants and Waitrose are all within 500 yards walk. Oxford, Henley, Reading and Newbury are 15-30 minutes drive away. The Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon are within easy reach. Broadband Internet access.   01491 836 200,    Click here to email about cottage holiday
Warwickshire	Willow Cottage
	Charming 3 bedroom country cottage near Warwick in an area abundant in wildlife. Birds and wildlife are in abundance, with badgers, foxes, deer, woodpeckers, owls, pheasants, tits and many more species visiting the garden. The local inn is within walking distance.   01926 842 394,    Click here to email about cottage holiday