England

Our trusty team have travelled from the toe of Cornwall to the tip of the Yorkshire Dales in search of England’s most characterful places to stay, discovering country cottages dressed in rambling roses, Scandi-chic hideaways on mountain slopes and contemporary retreats for soothing beachside breaks. Every single one has been personally inspected by us, so whether you’re off to bask at the Devon coast, walk loops in the Lake District or cosy up in the Cotswolds, you’ll find a place to stay that’s packed with personality.

All our special places to stay are personally inspected by our team and chosen for their warmth and character. You book directly with the owners, meaning no fees or fuss from us, a better deal for them and a great trip for you.

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Laurel, Elm and Jasmine Cottage at Treworgey Gallery

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Laurel, Elm and Jasmine Cottage at Treworgey
Duloe, Cornwall
From £99 p/n

Self-catering

3 places for 4
Three family friendly cottages on this gorgeous eco farm with private gardens and organised outdoor activities if you like joining in

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Shrimp Gallery

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Shrimp
Cromer, Norfolk
From £100 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 2
A delightfully Lilliputian Georgian cottage with all mod cons at the end of a terrace just a short walk to shops, cafés and the beach

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Little Madeira Cottage Gallery

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Little Madeira Cottage
Lyme Regis, Dorset
From £150 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 2
Marvellously quirky bolthole right on Lyme Regis seafront with stunning views; perfect for beach combers and boutique browsers

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Bowcombe Boathouse Gallery

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Bowcombe Boathouse
Kingsbridge, Devon
From £235 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 2
Filled with interesting finds, antiques and artefacts, this is a charming cabin hideaway for couples on the banks of the Kingsbridge Ria

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The Coach House Gallery

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The Coach House
Hexham, Northumberland
From £88 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 6
A converted coach house and stables, now one long cottage with much space, a country house feel and your own walled garden

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The Hayloft, Ashburton Gallery

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The Hayloft, Ashburton
Ashburton, Devon
From £115 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 2
Cosy bolthole for two in a charming market town on the edge of Dartmoor – stroll to restaurants and shops or explore the moors

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Little Barn, Briston Gallery

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Little Barn, Briston
Melton Constable, Norfolk
From £89 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 4
Charming gardens for you and your dog in a barn conversion in rural Norfolk half an hour from coast

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Goongillings Farm Gallery

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Goongillings Farm
Constantine, Cornwall
From £100 p/n

Self-catering

4 places for 4 - 8
Wood-burners, water sports and wildlife at four cosy farm conversions a half mile from their own quay. Wild swimming and barbecues await

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Old Mill House Gallery

Old Mill House 1 - Gallery

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Old Mill House
Brancaster, Norfolk
From £258 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 10
Pops of colour and neon signs bring fun to this smart and warm family home near Brancaster beach

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The Old Granary Matlock Gallery

The Old Granary Matlock 1 - Gallery

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The Old Granary Matlock
Wheatcroft, Derbyshire
From £193 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 4
Peaceful cottage in the heart of Derbyshire, perfect for couples and families, with a pretty garden and gorgeous valley views

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Brunton Granary Gallery

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Brunton Granary
Alnwick, Northumberland
From £214 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 8
A hop from the coast and charming Alnwick, a gorgeous and supremely comfortable country escape for friends and families. Dogs welcome too

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Langar Hall Gallery

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Langar Hall
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
From £125 p/n

Hotel

12 rooms for 2
A small, quirky country house hotel with lovely staff, pretty rooms and heavenly food served in a pillared dining room

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St. Catherine Tea Pavilion Gallery

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St. Catherine Tea Pavilion
Bath, Bath & N.E. Somerset
From £95 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 3
In the beautiful Somerset hamlet of St Catherine, a cosy wooden cabin surrounded by fields and woods. Wonderful walks from the front door...

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The Castle Inn Gallery

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The Castle Inn
West Lulworth, Dorset
From £70 p/n

Inn

12 rooms for 2
A cracking spot for this thatched and beamed 17th-century village inn with lovely gardens, just a half-mile stroll from Lulworth Cove

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Minterne Parva Farmhouse Gallery

Minterne Parva Farmhouse 1 - Gallery

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Minterne Parva Farmhouse
Minterne Magna, Dorset
From £640 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 16
An old stone farmhouse with plenty of room for a large group, a terrace with hot tub and lawns and access to a shared pool and tennis court

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The Old Pottery Gallery

The Old Pottery 1 - Gallery

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The Old Pottery
Lavenham, Suffolk
From £110 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 4
A beautifully restored annexe in a picturesque village in the heart of Suffolk. Take a camera - it's seriously picture-perfect around here

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