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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Old Hall Farm Barn Gallery

Old Hall Farm Barn with outdoor seating area in Norfolk, England

L-shaped sofa with woodburner in the living room of Old Hall Farm Barn in Norfolk

Upstairs spacious bedroom with double bed in Old Hall Farm Barn

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Old Hall Farm Barn
Kerdiston, Norwich, Norfolk
From £200 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 8
Gather family in this big, beautiful barn for treks on hidden trails and picnics in the wildflower meadow. Set your watch by the wildlife

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Moon Barn Gallery

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Moon Barn
King's Meaburn, Cumbria
From £170 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 6
A beautifully restored listed barn of Westmorland stone sitting in a conservation area village in spectacular walking country, near Appleby

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Upper Crumble Gallery

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Upper Crumble
Cartmel, Cumbria
From £134 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 2
A rural idyll with a hot tub under starlit skies and surrounded by gorgeous countryside in the South Lakes within a hop of vibrant Cartmel

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South Hooe Count House Gallery

The garden of South Hooe Count House overlooking the river

View from the living room of South Hooe Count House onto the river

Cosy double bedroom with window seat

Exterior of South Hooe Count House in Devon

Kitchen with aga and stove top kettle

Kitchen worktop with tea making facilities

Armchair beside the wood burner

Outside seating area with flowers on the table overlooking the river

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Boats on the Tamar river

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Misty morning on the river

Rowing boat on the river
South Hooe Count House
Yelverton, Devon
£106 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 2
Canoeing on the Tamar, valley walks galore, with the woodland garden a sea of daffodils in the spring. A magical self-catering hideaway

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The White Hart Inn Gallery

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The White Hart Inn
West Mersea, Essex
From £125 p/n

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6 rooms for 2
Head down the Strood causeway and step back in time for a slice of Mersea Island's old-world charm: beaches, fresh oysters & a charming inn

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