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Country cottages with welcome packs for your arrival
It is always a pleasure to arrive at your country cottage to be greeted with a welcome pack of fresh local produce. The following cottages all make provision for this and the contents will vary according to the type of cottage and location.
Accommodation in England
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Devon
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Clew Park, Smarts House, Poppys, Pockets
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Discover four luxurious, 5 star rated, barn conversions, on an organic farm, near Honiton in Devon at Hembury Court. Set in a tranquil location, yet not far from the coast, Dartmoor and Exmoor, they offer the opportunity for a truly relaxing holiday. Facilities at Hembury Court include an eight seat hot tub with stunning views of the Devon countryside, a fitness suite, a gas barbecue with seating and veranda, sun loungers, large grassed lawns for croquet and games, and a large oak cruck barn with table tennis, table football and a room with a big table for communal dining or celebrations. Welcome pack on arrival. WiFi Broadband internet access. Perfect high quality self-catering accommodation for family holidays or small groups. Conference rooms and facilities also available.
01404 841 202,
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Essex
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Spring Hall Cottage
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Spring Hall Cottage is a charming 200 year old Grade II listed thatched cottage in the North Essex/South Suffolk borders. Recently refurbished to a very high standard with a new kitchen and bathroom complementing the wealth of exposed beams. There are two separate double bedrooms one of which can be made into two single beds if required, the lounge is 23 feet long which features the original inglenook fireplace, the dining room area seats 8 comfortably so you can entertain your family and friends in style. The cottage has an enclosed garden of approximately one third of an acre laid down to lawns and flowerbeds with views overlooking farm land. Well-behaved pets also welcome.
01206 251 619, 07779 264 679
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Gloucestershire
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Deansbrook
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Comfortable but stylish, well equipped house in the Forest of Dean, near the Offa’s Dyke long distance path. Good base for walking, canoeing, fishing, golf and visiting local attractions or venturing further afield to the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains. Sleeps six in three cosy bedrooms with two bathrooms. Dogs are welcome at an extra charge. Sorry — no smoking.
01384 873527,07896 286623
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Gloucestershire
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Thousand Acres
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Thousand Acres is a period, detached Cotswold stone house situated in 9 acres with far reaching views, indoor swimming poolfor exclusive use, sauna, indoor hot tub and tennis court. The property has been lovingly refurbished, with six bedrooms, two of which have four posters. Sleeps up to 14. Outside there is a croquet lawn and formal walled garden as well as a secluded well furnished patio with large gas barbecue and patio heaters. Inside there is a kitchen extensively equipped for the serious cook, a games room with pool table, formal drawing and dining rooms – the latter with a grand piano. Little extras are the Bose sound system throughout the ground floor, fluffy towels and bathrobes and L’Occitaine toiletries. Welcome hamper and wine greet you on arrival. New to the market. Hen parties welcome.
07831 680206 ,
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Herefordshire
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The Sherriffs
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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,
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Herefordshire
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Field Cottage
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Field Cottage in North West Herefordshire. Located on the Welsh border equidistant between Hay-on-Wye and Ludlow, offers luxury four star accommodation in a beautiful orchard setting. Panoramic view of 360 degrees through the Black Mountains, Welsh Hills and to Clee Hill. This designer decorated cottage provides comfortable accommodation with hall, cloakroom, kitchen, large open plan sitting room/dining room leading on to a south facing terrace. Upstairs are two beautifully furnished bedrooms - one double and one twin with shared bathroom (extra bed could be available). Other facilities include open fire, central heating, washing and drying machine, TV, video, telephone, music centre, games, linen included, welcome hamper. Special features: ETB 4 star grading, 2 miles from the only Michelin * pub in the UK (The Stagg at Titley), ideal base for antique hunting in Kington, Leominster, Ludlow, near Offa's Dyke path and beautiful Welsh hills, isolated romantic setting, access to the farm for walks, garden furniture, barbecue, cordon-bleu cookery and basic groceries delivered. Small dogs welcome.
01544 340 241,
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Herefordshire
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Little Quebb Cottages
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New for autumn 2008. The Granary and the Old Barn are two luxurious cottages in the idyllic and very peaceful courtyard of our Grade 2 listed 15th century black and white farmhouse available for a full week, weekend or mid week breaks. The cottages are warm and spacious and retain many lovely original features, including original doors and exposed beams whilst providing 21st century facilities, including fully fitted kitchens and bathrooms, central heating lovely wood burning stoves and Wi-Fi internet access. They are set on our five acre smallholding where we keep rare breed pigs and chicken and grow our own vegetables and fruit. The smallholding lies in beautiful North Herefordshire countryside, close to the Welsh Marches and Offa's Dyke with excellent walking and cycling . The cottages are 5 miles away from The Stagg at Titley, a Michelin * pub.
01544 327 121 ,
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Herefordshire
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Home Barn
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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
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Lincolnshire
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Elms Farm Cottages
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Eight luxury award winning 4 and 5 star self catering cottages, ideally located for exploring the Lincolnshire Wolds, Fens and Coast. Level access suitable for wheelchair users. East Midlands Tourism gold award for Self Catering Holiday of the Year 2007/08 and Access for All 2008/09. Open all year; short breaks available: dogs welcome. Stay and celebrate your special occasion with family and friends.
Availability for Christmas and New Year.
01205290840,07887652021
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Oxfordshire
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The Stables Cottage
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The Stables is available for long romantic week-ends, short mid-week breaks and holidays. Wifi Internet access. Easter Week now available! - Book now to avoid disappointment!
01367 870 540,07971 207188
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Shropshire
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Bon Accueil Coach House
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Who wants to share a swimming pool if they don't have to? With exclusive use of a superb indoor heated swimming-pool with spa and sauna, 5 star rated Gold Award 2009/2010, Bon Accueil Coach House provides a perfect mid-week break all year round. This tastefully modernised cottage sleeps four (plus one cot) in one double and one twin bedroom. Mid week breaks run from 2:00pm Monday to 12:00 noon Friday.
01948 66 11 68, 0778 538 7688
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Shropshire
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Bon Accueil
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Whether you are looking for a week’s holiday with family and friends, a special anniversary or birthday celebration or a civilised luxury hen party, Bon Accueil provides a spacious Gold Award luxury venue for up to 14 guests (plus 2 cots). Whatever the weather, guests can enjoy the Shropshire countryside and sole use of their own private, indoor swimming pool, spa and sauna. Hen parties welcome.
01948 66 11 68, 0778 538 7688
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Shropshire
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The Hen House
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Lovely romantic cottage for two hidden in a little-known and beautiful part of the country. BBQ. Nine private acres full of wildlife in which to relax and many fabulous places to visit in surrounding area. Optional pampering treatments available. Great location for gourmet breaks - three local Michelin starred restaurants and many pubs and bistros serving the best quality food. Aditional accommodation in B&B for visiting friends. CREDIT CRUNCH SPECIAL!! Give yourself a break! Book before end October for a winter break (Nov-Feb) for a very special offer! (Nights/£ 2/90 3/120 4/160 5/180 6/200 7/210)
01584819868,07971534295
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Somerset
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Hindon Organic Farm Cottage
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Idyllic location hidden in secluded valley on an award winning organic working farm between Minehead 3mls & Selworthy village 1 mile for scrummy cream teas. Organic farm shop for the best local organic ingredients for a traditional English breakfast and Somerset specialities. 3 bedroom farm cottage with emphasis on green tourism. Dogs welcome by arrangement. There are walks from the door to the farm trail with ducks, donkeys and other animals, and on to the moors. If you are lucky, you might spot red door, foxes or badgers. Cot and highchair on request. Hot Tub, Aromatherapy and reflexology available to help you relax. Friday changeover, short breaks welcome - please phone. Ideal cottage for Gourmet breaks for friends.
01643 705244,
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Staffordshire
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Blithfield Lakeside Barns
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Six lakeside cottages in the Heart of England. The cottages vary in size and accommodation but all have been converted and furnished to the same excellent standard which has led to us being awarded 4 stars by the English Tourism Council. All have Wooden Floors, Oak Beams, Fully fitted Kitchens complete with Dishwashers and the majority of bedrooms are en-suite. They also have private patios overlooking the reservoir with its abundance of wildlife, along with communal lawns there is a field for ballgames and a children's play area. All our cottages are strickly No Smoking and are only suitable for Easy Walking Access. Also, dogs are welcome in two of our cottages; Widgeon and Swallow. Please click on the cottage photograph to explore interiors and more information about these quality cottages.
01889 500 234 / 500458,
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Suffolk
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Cobbs Cottage
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Very pretty 3 bedroom thatched cottage near Stoke-by-Nayland in Suffolk. Beautiful Persian carpets and rugs show off the charm of the original features in this lovingly restored cottage. Outside there is a large private back garden sloping down towards the valley. Pet-friendly - dogs welcome.
01787 211 115,
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Suffolk
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Badwell Ash Holiday Lodges
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A stunning resort of Scandinavian Holiday Lodges in Suffolk, offering the ultimate luxury retreat in an oasis of calm & tranquility. Fully furnished to an exceptionally high standard they all come equipped with quality furnishings, fully fitted kitchens, four-poster beds, steam showers and personal outdoor hot-tubs. With complimentary champagne, chocolates and welcome packs to greet you on arrival. WiFi Broadband Internet.
01359 258444,07774 102564
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Suffolk
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Corner Cottage
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Delightfully quaint single-storey holiday cottage with open log fire in historic market-town, just 8 miles from Aldeburgh on the Suffolk Heritage Coast. 2 bedrooms, sleeps up to 4 people (king-size bed). Very comfortable. WiFi Broadband Internet. Perfect location for walking or visiting Aldeburgh, Snape, Southwold and RSPB Minsmere Nature Reserve. Excellent golf courses nearby. Dogs welcome. Romantic short breaks - 90 mins by rail from London! Available all year - incl. Easter, half-term, Christmas & New Year.
01277 210 551,07860 887653
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Sussex
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Cottesmore Lodges
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Cottesmore lodges are situated amidst pines and rhododendrons within the picturesque surroundings of Cottesmore Golf and Country Club. The seven Norwegian-style lodges have two bedrooms with twin or king-sized double beds and en-suite bathrooms. The contemporary, open-plan living room has a fully equipped modern kitchen/dining area and opens out onto a deck for outdoor dining. Alternatively, snacks and meals can be prepared for you at the bar or restaurant. Tennis, indoor swimming and health club facilities are complimentary and visitors can play golf on either of the two 18 hole courses at guest rates. For the less energetic, a variety of therapeutic treatments can be enjoyed at the Beauty Salon. Cottesmore is an ideal base from which to explore Sussex and is within easy reach of London and Brighton. Weekly bookings are being accepted now. Plenty of availability for August and September. Short breaks all year round except July and August. Availability during Christams and New Year. All the lodges have Christams trees and lights.
01293 527759, 0772 0753 667
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Warwickshire
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Mill Cottage
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A magical Mill Cottage close to Stratford upon Avon and Evesham in a rural hamlet close to Ragley Hall. Four poster bed,woodburning stove, twin ended tub and jakuzzi bathroom. TV, DVD, Sky. Terraces, barbeque, stream, copse and children's play equipment. Hot tub may be booked. Fully equiped with linen and towels. Also a welcome basket of Cotswold cream tea and champagne. Self catering or gourmet meals provided.
(0044) (0)1789 400841,(0044) (0)7941 027049
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Wiltshire
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Coachmans Cottage
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Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms. Gold Award, 4 Star. A luxury individual single storey c.18th C. beamed cottage tastefully furnished in traditional style. Full central heating, Internet access. Enclosed courtyard. Off street parking for one family car. Good sized sitting/dining room. Twin bedroom with 3'beds and double bedroom. Older children welcome. Open all year, SHORT BREAKS. Friday to Friday bookings. Only 15 miles away from the City of Bath for sightseeing.
+44[0]1380 870764,
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Yorkshire
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Granary Cottage
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Granary Cottage ' ' :- Comprises the end of a 100 year old stables and Granary, set in the peaceful countryside just one and a half miles from the village of Snainton, between Pickering and Scarborough. The accomodation:- is on one level, with spacious kitchen / diner, two bedrooms and lounge with open fire. With views to the North Yorks Moors, it is an ideal touring base for the market towns of Pickering, Malton and Helmsley, the Historic City of York and "Heartbeat country" all within easy reach. The beaches at Scarborough, Filey and Whitby only a short drive away. 4 Star Tourist board rated Please check Cottage Availability calendar by clicking on our picture to the Left. 2010 calendar now available.
01723 850402,07899842888
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Accommodation in Ireland
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Meath
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Decoy Country Cottages
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Award winning accommodation in Meath in Ireland, in a secluded and peaceful setting where you can relax your body and nourish your soul. These eight cottages have been designed with your every comfort in mind so you will feel like you own the place. Our beds are custom made so you will never have had such a good nights sleep, and this together with feather duvets and pillows, crisp white linen, power showers, well equipped kitchens with must have appliances and flat screen TV's mean a comfort beyond your expectations. With accommodation for up to 40 guests sharing in 20 spacious bedrooms, the cottages range in size from 1-4 bedrooms. It is an ideal venue for reunions and family occasions. Hen parties welcome. Wi-fi internet access.
+353 (0)46 9026960,+353(0) 86 8040614
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Accommodation in Scotland
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Perthshire
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Mountwood Lodges
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NEW FOR AUGUST 2009 - Three 5* Luxury self-catering Log Lodges in a secluded tranquil setting near Gleneagles in Perthshire Scotland. Each Lodge sleeps up to six and includes luxury master bedroom with super-king size bed and own balcony with views over the River Earn and Grampian Mountains. Mount Lodge has an outdoor hot tub.
01764 662609,07814 507254
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Accommodation in Portugal
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Loule
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Quintassential Apartment Cottages
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4 Self Catering Apartment Cottages located in the Central Algarve, 2 minutes north of the market town perched high on a hilltop and all with magnificent sea views. There is use of a large heated pool area, hot tub spa jacuzzi, mature gardens and children's playarea. The accommodations can be let individually or together for larger travelling parties.
'Availability for Christmas' New Year
0035 1289 463 867,0035 1917 108 187
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