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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Cockshutt Cottage Gallery

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Cockshutt Cottage
Chalford, Gloucestershire
From £128 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 4
A Cotswolds hideaway in a cottage on a farm, with space to roam for children, and glorious valley views

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The Dabbling Duck Gallery

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The Dabbling Duck
King’s Lynn, Norfolk
From £100 p/n

Inn

13 rooms for 2
Atmospheric English pub with rooms by the green with its duck ponds in a pretty village, with walking and cycling routes to join

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The Double Red Duke Gallery

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The Double Red Duke
Bampton, Oxfordshire
From £200 p/n

Hotel

19 rooms for 2 - 3
An immaculately restored old inn with generous bedrooms, great food, ale and wine. Locals love it as much as those who make it a destination

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Lake House Cottage Gallery

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Lake House Cottage
Abbotstone, Hampshire
From £850 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 14
A large cottage by the walled garden on a peaceful estate with oodles of space for big gatherings and views over a lake and mature trees

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Fingals Folly Gallery

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Fingals Folly
Dartmouth, Devon
From £190 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 2
This hidden valley is the dreamiest part of South Devon. Catch the ferry across the Dart; gaze on the hills; snuggle up by the wood-burner

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