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Seven of the best holiday cottages for summerSeven of the best holiday cottages for summer

Whether you’re looking to flee to the seaside, or drop off the radar amidst rolling green hills – when the sun is shining, summer holidays don’t get much better than when on home soil. Here, we round-up seven unique homes still with summer availability for you to grab while you can. 

Aurora in Cornwall

Aurora in Cornwall

This whitewashed cabin is the epitome of a British beach shack, sitting suspended above Whitsand Bay’s glittering shoreline. A place where morning sunshine pours in through bifolds, and the hot tub proves the best spot for catching coral sunsets. 

 

Lost Cottage in County Kerry

Lost Cottage in Ireland

For those seeking a summer holiday away from the chaos of the city, meet Lost Cottage: an idyllic, red-roofed bolthole surrounded by soul-stirring wild Irish terrain. Where days can be spent immersing in a land where mountains and lakes collide.

 

Mirana in Cornwall

Mirana in Cornwall

The crowning glory of this Cornish barn is its serene wellness garden – home to a natural swimming pond alive with flora and fauna, wood-fired hot tub and Finnish sauna. A true oasis in which to completely unwind under the Cornish sun.

 

Walden Lakehouse in County Westmeath

Walden Lakehouse in Ireland

Reminiscent of a Canadian cabin where long summers are spent beside the lake, this personality-filled hideaway sits nestled between the trees overlooking Loch Ree. Summers can be spent boating on the lake, before returning home to toast marshmallows on the shoreline.

 

The Brandy Thief in Devon

The Brandy Thief in Devon

A postcard-perfect seaside bolthole, this stone cottage enjoys a frontline position directly opposite the quiet Lee Beach. Chilled glasses of sparkling Devonshire cider await just a few steps from home, after days spent crabbing or harbour jumping. Sleeping six, there’s room for the grandparents too.

 

Charity in Herefordshire

 Charity in Herefordshire

This rustic farmhouse is a place that has it all – with interiors showcasing a comfortable, lived-in aesthetic, and 20 acres of land complete with hot tub and wood-fired pizza oven. Here, families of up to 12 can enjoy an English country summertime at its best.

 

Amaia in Cornwall

Amaia in Cornwall

With timeless beach house elegance, this home was made for summering in. Where guests count their lucky stars when being able to wander down to Plaidy Beach via a private path, and barbecue lobster fresh from the sea on the ocean-facing balcony. 

Feeling inspired? Peruse the full collection of holiday homes with availability over the summer holidays. Or, if you want to get in first before the crowd, browse our July availability.

Properties featured in this article: Charity, Lost Cottage, Walden Lakehouse, The Brandy Thief, Aurora, Mirana, Amaia

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