Country cottages with a large garden for self-catering holidays

The following list of country cottages come with a large garden, perfect for children to play in safely on self-catering holidays. Click on photographs to explore each cottage.

Accommodation in England

Somerset	Riverside

	Riverside is a spacious detached character cottage, peaceful and large garden with BBQ and furniture plenty of wildlife to watch. The cottage sleeps up to 6 people in 3 bedrooms. Ideal base for walking, touring or relaxing in Somerset. Out and about there is a wide variety of options, walk the droves or along the canal tow path just opposite the cottage, drive to National Trust Properties. Barrington Court, Montacute House and Forde Abbey, visit the Jurassic Coast, Farmers markets, The Fleet Air Museum at Yeovilton, shop for bargains at Clarkes village, the Somerset wetlands or Historic Bath, Glastonbury and Wells, calling back into the Barn Owl for supper, (less than a 100 yards) or relax at the cottage, open the sitting room French doors to sit under the covered patio and watch the wonderful sunsets and the sun go down, or if it is rather chilly curl up in front of the open fire. 01823 680447, Click here to email about cottage holiday


Nottinghamshire	Wesley Farm Cottage

	18th century spacious beamed cottage situated in the village of Oxton. The cottage sleeps 4 people + cot and comprises two ensuite bedrooms, lounge, study and large dining kitchen. Large garden and ample parking. Overlooks grass paddock and farmland. 0115 965 2043, Click here to email about cottage holiday


Devon	Higher Meadow Barn

	Beautifully converted small barn with an acre of garden near Totnes. Within easy reach of the River Dart, the South Devon coast and Dartmoor. Wood burning stove, French windows open onto terrace with views across rolling Devon countryside. Well equipped and comfortable. Sleeps 4. Tai Chi and Yoga teaching is also available on site. 07774073172, Click here to email about cottage holiday


Rutland	America Lodge

	America Lodge is a beautiful 19th century farmhouse available to rent in England's smallest county. Set overlooking the Chater valley with views of classic rolling English countryside in a charming and secluded setting with large garden and patio area. Ideal for those seeking a quiet rural retreat. It is close to the historic market towns of Oakham, Uppingham and Stamford which have some unique shops . Very close to the Eyebrook reservoir and Rutland Water which provides excellent water sports and angling as well as a first class nature reserve. There are also some very nice local golf courses and opportunities for horse riding. Convenient for seasonal attractions such as the British Bird Fair, Burghley Horse Trials and Shakespeare at Tolethorpe. Burghley House is a supreme example of Elizabethan architecture and also worth a visit is Rockingham Castle with its spectacular views over five counties. There are endless opportunities for walking along quiet footpaths and picturesque villages - it as adjacent to the MacMillan Way which passes by the old site of Martinsthorpe Priory and along the shores of Rutland Water There are excellent hostelries in the nearby village of Braunston. The property consists of two double rooms (one ensuite) and two twin-bedded rooms. Two sitting rooms with log fires and one having access to a southwest facing patio and garden. Large farmhouse kitchen with dishwasher, freezer, fridge and laundry facilities. Oil fired central heating for winter months. 01572 723944,07850 937653 Click here to email about cottage holiday


Warwickshire	The Dairy and Paradise Cottages

	The Dairy and Paradise cottages are situated 5 miles from Stratford-on-Avon, and just over a mile from Crimscote. The Dairy can sleep 5 in a double, twin and single bedroom, all with en-suite shower or bathrooms, Paradise Cottage sleeps just 2, so a perfect romantic hideaway. Within easy driving distance of Stratford-upon-Avon and the North Cotswolds with its attractive honey coloured stone villages and market towns. There are a wealth of historic properties, Warwick Castle, Blenheim Palace, Ragley Hall, and numerous National Trust properties including the world famous Hidcote Gardens, or you can simply enjoy the beautiful South Warwickshire countryside. Thinking about Easter - call now and enjoy a good spring break exploring Stratford. 01789 450 275, Click here to email about cottage holiday


Warwickshire	Stable Door Wheelwright Cottage

	A one bedroom self-catering cottage apartment in a rural part of the north Cotswolds near the historic village of Shipston on Stour, 15 miles south of Stratford upon Avon. The appartment sleeps 2 in a twin/double bed plus up to an additional 2 on a sofa bed. Use of tennis courts and BBQ in the large gardens shared with the adjoining B&B. Good base for exploring the Cotswolds and Shakespeare Country. 01608 686 547 , Click here to email about cottage holiday


Herefordshire	Owl Barn

	Brand new last summer spacious and luxurious barn sleeps up to 9 adults 2 children. Five bedrooms two on groundfloor all en suite, one wet room. Hot tub, large garden, beautiful views. Open countrside idyllic location near Leominster. Perfect for celebrations and family gatherings.Click on photograph for more information and book a self-catering holiday in this rural retreat. 01885 400 328 , 07709229544 Click here to email about cottage holiday


Cornwall	Higher Scarsick Cottage

	Country cottage near Boscastle in Cornwall sleeping 2 to 6 in 3 bedrooms. Appealing to both couples and families. Situated amidst the beautiful cornish countryside yet only a short drive to the wonderful sandy beaches on the North Cornwall coast. The Eden Project is within easy reach. 01566 781372,0787 098 1118 Click here to email about cottage holiday


Shropshire	Oakpond Cottage

	Oakpond cottages - 2 romantic cottages for families/couples in a beautiful setting in Shropshire. Luxury, award winning cottage with views of pond and beautiful countryside. Peaceful and tranquil - perfect for relaxing and getting away from it all. Large gardens with wildlife around the pond. 01948 890 245, Click here to email about cottage holiday


Devon	Witchcombe Cottage

	Witchcombe Cottage is a converted 2 bedroom Devon longhouse near Ivybridge in Devon. It sleeps 2 to 5 people. Central heating. Living/dining room with comfortable leather sofas, a TV/DVD and CD player/radio, dining table to seat 6. Large bathroom with a bath, separate shower, basin and WC. Garden with large gas barbeque. Own parking. 01548 821530, Click here to email about cottage holiday


Suffolk	Foxglove Cottage

	Foxglove Cottage is situated in the village of Fressingfield. A pretty village close to the Waveney Valley, it has an attractive pub, renowned restaurant, vineyard and an excellent shop. The small market town of Harleston is only minutes away and the coastal resorts of Southwold, Walberswick and Dunwich are about 20 miles away. Framlingham Castle, Wingfield College and gardens, Thornham Walks are all close by. Plenty of fishing and windsurfing are only minutes away. The cottage sleeps up to 4 in 2 bedrooms. With the low pound, England is an attractive proposition for shopping, come and buy your clothes and luxuries in Suffolk England and enjoy a holiday at the same time. 01379 588258, Click here to email about cottage holiday


Leicestershire	Old Guadaloupe Farm House

	Old Guadaloupe Farm House is 500 years old in a peacefull setting near picturesque Melton Mowbray. The property has a relaxing HOT TUB and sleeps up to 8 in 3 bedrooms. It has three en-suite bedrooms, fully fitted farm house kitchen, lounge and games room. With large gardens. 01664480354,07989960588 Click here to email about cottage holiday


Dorset	Middle Chine Manor

	Middle Chine Manor is a luxurious large house situated close to the cliff top in Bournemouth. It sleeps 24-30 guests in 12 bedrooms and is perfect for a big weekend, family holiday or special occasion. Projection cinema room. Games Room with snooker table. Kingsize beds and en-suites in some bedrooms. Master bedroom has four poster bed. Balcony with sea views. It is eight minutes walk down to Middle Chine's sandy beach and the private beach hut, or fifteen minutes stroll along the promenade to Bournemouth pier and all the attractions of this lively resort. Hen parties, reunions and celebrations of all kinds most welcome. 01386 700980 , Mob: 07870 200200 Click here to email about cottage holiday


Somerset	Ashford Old Farm

	Spacious luxury accomodation for 2 to 20 people, set in quarter of an acre the large garden areas include; main lawned garden, secluded walled garden and a secure courtyard . 10 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. 2 kitchens, drawing, dining, living, games and sun rooms. Beamed ceilings, oak panelled walls and open fires, Ashford also provides a romantic relaxing setting for quite nights in. Rural setting with open farmland and river allows for interesting walks, but close by there is riding, fishing and golf. With local excellent beers and boasting the gastro pub of the year nearby means some great nights out. Children, Pets and smokers allowed. Broadband Internet access. 07974 794723,07974 794723 Click here to email about cottage holiday


Kent	Honeywell Barn & Cottage

	Large, beautiful self catering barn conversion in the heart of Kent, sleeping from 6 to 30 in 6 bedrooms. Ideal for family groups and get-togethers. 07719 994820, 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


Devon	Culmbridge House

	SLEEPS 12, INDOOR SWIMMING POOL, 6 BEDROOMS, GAMES ROOM, INDOOR POOL. Click on the photograph to explore this fantastic self-catering house. 01823 665500, Click here to email about cottage holiday


Cornwall	NORTHCOTT FARM HOUSE

	www.courtfarm-holidays.co.uk Northcott Farmhouse is a nine bedroom farmhouse full of individual character and traditional style. It boasts an enviable location, set in the heart of the Trewin familys 400 acre estate. Northcott gazes out across farmland, down a small valley to the stunning North Cornwall coastline. A leisurely stroll across the green meadow leads you down to truly scenic Northcott Mouth beach. WiFi Broadband Internet. The house welcomes groups of up to 17 for Hen and Stag parties or special celebrations. Additional accommodation is available in nearby cottages. Available for New Year 01288 361494 /489 , 078135 94056 Click here to email about cottage holiday


Herefordshire	Trevase Granary

	Two stunning luxury barn conversions both set in South Herefordshire within 5 miles of each other. Both properties boast stunning views. Penblaith Barn sleeps 16/18 in 8 ensuite bedrooms. The Granary sleeps 16 in 8 ensuite bedrooms. Accommodation at both is spacious and luxurious. Trevase Granary has a games room with table tennis and pool table and a covered Jacuzzi overlooking the garden. Plenbaith Barn also boasts a large garden with games room and outdoor hot tub. Ideal large venues for family gatherings, reunions, group holidays, hen parties and corporate hospitality. Conveniently located for Ross-on-Wye, Hereford, Gloucester and Cheltenham. 01989 730210,07946 460662 Click here to email about cottage holiday


Devon	The Old Mill

	Exclusive use of its own Indoor Pool and large Games Room Sleeps up to 12 in 6 bedrooms,(3 en-suite) Ideal for celebrations, family gatherings, hen parties Catering, Pampering and Activities 3 HOURS FROM LONDON � 01823 665500, Click here to email about cottage holiday


Cumbria Lake District	THE LODGE

	Award winning 5* cottage near to Carlisle, Sleeps 6, all bedrooms en-suite. Spacious living area. Kitchen with AGA. Two double bedrooms with kingsize beds, the third can be either twin or superking. Underfloor heating is very pleasant underfoot. Wheelchair friendly with ground floor bedroom/wet room. A luxurious mix of traditional features and contemporary style with all modern conveniences. Garden with BBQ. This is a supremely comfortable self-catering lodge in a stunning location. Book now to reserve your holiday for 2010 before the best weeks go. 01228 670 215,07917134160 Click here to email about cottage holiday


Cornwall	Court Farm Cottages

	www.courtfarm-holidays.co.uk We are ideally situated in the heart of the picturesque village of Marhamchurch, only 2 miles from Budes stunning coastline and sandy beaches. Eden project, Bostcastle/Tintagel,Padstow, Clovelly and Cornwalls fishing villages are only a short drive away. We also boast an excellent variety of luxurious beamed cottages, large Farmhouses and barn conversions, where we have created both tasteful and comfortable upto date interiors and are well equipped. Our most popular facility is our indoor pool heated all year round at a comfortable 82 oC and 3 cottages have their own 6 person hot tubs!. Hard Tennis court and enclosed trampoline. For children of all ages there is a play trail with climbing frame, swings and slides, wendy houses ,loads of play toys and a pool table and table tennis table in the games room. Also Georgian Farmhouse superbly set only half a mile from the stunning Northcott beach sleeping up to 17. WiFi Broadband Internet access. Hen and Stag groups welcome (in the large houses). Availability for Christmas and New Year. Pet-friendly. Up to 3 dogs welcome by arrangement.Weekly prices from �330.Also We now have 3 friendly Alpaca's as well as 3 little pigs as part of our country side walk 'down the lane'Available for Christmas Available for New Year� 01288 361494 /489 , 078135 94056 Click here to email about cottage holiday


Somerset	The Long Barn

	High quality barn conversion. Sleeps up to 12 people. Ideal for families and large groups. 6 bedrooms, all en-suite, spacious living area. Fully fitted kitchen. Large garden with HOT TUB, barbecue and summer house. Exclusive use of heated indoor swimming pool, Exmoor nearby. Good base for exploring the West Country. Internet access. 01823 461508,0777 6188646 Click here to email about cottage holiday


Lincolnshire	Atlanta

	Atlanta is an excellent rural holiday home near the seaside with all the luxuries you could wish for including a heated indoor swimming pool for exclusive use, Jacuzzi and games room, with beautiful sandy beach close by. A large conservatory overlooks the garden and swimming pool enclosure with French doors leading to the garden with barbecue, outdoor seating areas overlooking farmland. Volley ball and badminton can be played in the gardens. Click on photograph to find out more. Atlanta is newly available for this New Year due to a cancellation. Book for a New Year celebration of a lifetime. 01993 70 22 52, Click here to email about cottage holiday

Accommodation in Scotland

Ross-Shire	Sands Holiday House

	Luxurious house situated within its own croft in the small crofting township of Big Sand, four miles west of Gairloch in Scotland. Sleeps 2 to 6 in 4 bedrooms. Modern, fully equipped luxury cottage with fantastic views of the Torridon Mountains and the sea over to Skye. Romantic location. 01445 712 152, Click here to email about cottage holiday


Highland	Glencarron (for 18) & Cottage (5)

	Paradise for walking, wildlife watching, fishing and deer stalking or just exploring the Scottish Highlands and their people. There are two houses: Glencarron Lodge, a Victorian shooting lodge sleeping 18+ and East Cottage, a stone cottage for 5/6 people. The 11,500 acres Estate is ideal for Munro baggers, with 4 Munros (mountains or hills over 3,000 ft.) on the estate and 8 others within 10 miles. There are salmon, sea trout and brown trout on 3km of the River Carron and also trout in two lochs on the Estate. A boat is available by arrangement with the stalker. Plentiful stag and hind stalking with the Estate stalker is available in season. One hour's drive from Inverness; local shops are in the village some miles away. Beaches and the West Coast of Scotland to explore are forty minutes away. And the Highlands are all around. Both properties are accessible all winter. Both Glencarron Lodge and East Cottage have Availability for Christmas. 020 8340 7421, Click here to email about cottage holiday

Accommodation in Ireland

Sligo	River Cottage

	A luxury 3 double bedroomed secluded riverside cottage on the North West Coast of Ireland. This new and spacious cottage has been furnished to a very high standard and has all the comforts needed for a truly relaxing break. Local activities include; Golf, Fishing, Surfing and beautiful white sandy beach walks. Availability for New Year. 0044 1264 850775,0044 7943 837141 Click here to email about cottage holiday

Accommodation in Italy

Sicily	BELLA HOME & Villa Sea and Archaeology, pine trees and clean blue Mediteranean Sea...

	Available for Christmas and Available for New Year CASA BELLA is a splendid villa close to the sea and to very famous archaeological sites: Live this atmosphere enjoying your staying in a new villa surrounded by pine trees, private garage, very large garden (s.m. 3000),shown price is referred to 6 persons. Winter time: heating extracharge (low cost). 0039335424823,0039335424823 Click here to email about cottage holiday


Sicily	EMERALD HOME and VILLA SEA AND ARCHAEOLOGY. Exchange

	Available for Christmas and Available for New Year CASA SAPPHIRE IS A SPLENDID APARTMENT IN VILLA. IT'S PART OF VILLA SEA AND ARCHEOLOGY , QUIET AND CLOSE TO SPLENDID MEDITERRANEAN BEACHES AND AMAZING ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES. Cheap flights by RYANAIR from STANSTEED (GB) TO TRAPANI OR PALERMO airport. Live this atmosphere enjoying your staying in a new villa surrounded by pine trees, private garage, very large garden (s.m. 3000),shown price is referred to 6 persons. Winter time: heating extracharge (low cost). 0039335424823,0039335424823 Click here to email about cottage holiday


Sicily	SAPPHIRE HOME & Villa clean blue Mediteranean Sea...

	CASA SAPPHIRE IS A SPLENDID APARTMENT IN VILLA. IT'S PART OF VILLA SEA AND ARCHEOLOGY, QUIET AND CLOSE TO SPLENDID MEDITERRANEAN BEACHES AND AMAZING ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES. Cheap flights by RYANAIR from STANSTEED (GB) TO TRAPANI OR PALERMO airport. Live this atmosphere enjoying your staying in a new villa surrounded by pine trees, private garage, very large garden (s.m. 3000),shown price is referred to 6 persons. Winter time: heating extra charge. Available for Christmas and Available for New Year 0039335424823,0039335424823 Click here to email about cottage holiday