Secret Garden Escapes
Our unique English garden escapes feature inspirational secret garden cottages, self-catered woodland hideaways and exclusive private estates.
Wishbone
Malvern, Malvern Hills, Worcestershire, UK
Tranquillity and romance unfold in the heart of the Malvern Hills at this rough-luxe self-catering barn conversion set in 16 acres of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Wishbone is perfect for couples wanting to go off the radar into their own little paradisiacal land.
Sleeps: Up to 2 guests
From: £1,050 per week, £850 per short break
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Fishing lake and fire pit
Dragonwood Boat House
A boutique boat house designed with romance in mind, Dragonwood Boat House is a traditional Victorian bolthole with a modern Italian twist. This lakeside abode near Oakham, Rutland offers luxury self-catering breaks in the most magical of settings.
Sleeps: Up to 2 guests
From: £895 per week, £725 per short break
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Guests have access to kayaks on the lakes
The Hamptons
Nestled within the grounds of a country estate, The Hamptons is a New England-style cottage flaunting chic interiors, lying within easy reach of the blue waters and golden sands of Kynance Cove on the Lizard Peninsula.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
From: £795 per week, £595 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Tangle Belle
St Martin, Helford, Cornwall, UK
Situated in acres of private woodland with the pretty stream meandering along beside, this wooden-cladded self-catering cottage near Helford is the epitome of rural charm and exudes oodles of rustic country character.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
From: £950 per week, £695 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Swallowtails
An enchanting haven of peace and serenity idyllically situated close to the sheltered waters of the Helford River.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
From: £1,195 per week, £895 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Natural swimming pond with waterfall
The Stack
The Stack lies within a secluded valley overlooking the upper reaches of the magnificent Fal Valley. This 19th century engine house is sure to inspire those with a love for unique architecture, rough-luxe interiors and beautiful gardens.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
From: £1,850 per week, £1,350 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Sunken hot tub, cinema room, al fresco kitchen with pizza oven
The Carriage House
A stylish luxury home for all the family to enjoy some time out close to Dorset's Jurassic coast in quaint Litton Cheney.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
From: £995 per week, £795 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Use of tennis court
Pollyanna
Birlingham, Worcestershire, UK
This whimsical thatched holiday cottage in Birlingham is plucked straight from the pages of a storybook and exudes beauty and charm in bountiful measure.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
From: £1,095 per week, £825 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Valency Wood
Lesnewth, Boscastle, Cornwall, UK
This stunning family-friendly self-catering cottage is in a rural location, yet within striking distance of the Cornish coastal villages of Tintagel, Boscastle and Crackington Haven.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
From: £1,195 per week, £895 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Three well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Jacuzzi hot tub
The Woodlanders
If you're looking for a wholesome family break in the country, look no further than this luxury self-catering holiday cottage set amidst lush flower-filled gardens in the rolling hills of Wiltshire near Shaftesbury.
Sleeps: 6 guests
From: £1,295 per week, £975 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Pelsham Manor
Peasmarsh, Rye, East Sussex, UK
Classic English styling marries European sophistication to create this exquisite luxury self-catering manor house in 600 acres of parkland, just a short drive from the cobbled streets and ancient inns of Rye.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
From: £2,850 per week, £2,150 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Outdoor tennis court and a fitness pavilion
Goldhorn
Barrington, Ilminster, Somerset, UK
Goldhorn is an exceptional Arts and Crafts house immersed within rolling Somerset countryside not far from Ilminster within the stunning Barrington Court Estate.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
From: £1,795 per week, £1,350 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Table tennis and table football in the play room
Midsummer Wood
Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, Cotswolds, UK
This magical Cotswolds millhouse calls you to run wild in private woodland, get lost amidst secret wildflower meadows, dive into a 12-metre indoor pool and unfurl within lavish Jacobean interiors.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
From: £4,495 per week, £3,450 per short break
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Indoor heated swimming pool, two steam rooms, tennis court and games room with ping pong, gym and large TV
Whimplestone
Gunnislake, Tamar Valley, Cornwall, UK
Tenderly cosseted by the arms of the Tamar Valley, this stylish luxury self-catering farmhouse with natural outdoor swimming pool sits in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
From: £1,975 per week, £1,375 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Table tennis, natural outdoor swimming pool (available July - September)
Guinevere
Gifting views of the serene Surrey Hills and beyond, Guinevere's combines characterful charm with unique design pieces. Idyllically located on the outskirts of Shamley Green, just an hour’s drive yet a world away from the hub of big city life.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
From: £5,250 per week, £3,850 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Hot tub, heated swimming pool, steam room, gym, tennis court and projector screen
Castle Trinity
A luxury self-catering homestay for extended families and large parties, Castle Trinity is an exclusive kingdom of ritzy indulgence near the Peak District.
Sleeps: Sleeps up to 10 (+2)
From: £3,995 per week, £3,250 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two medium well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Heated indoor swimming pool, steam room, wellness and yoga room, outdoor hot tub, gym, pool table and piano
The Parsonage
A beautifully designed Grade-II listed old parsonage with stunning gardens, set on the outskirts of Ombersley in the rolling green Abberley Hills.
Sleeps: Up to 12 guests
From: £3,250 per week, £2,250 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 8 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Tundra hot tub
Avalon Manor
Upton Scudamore, Wiltshire, UK
Superb 14th century large self-catering Manor House in Wiltshire. Stylish and historic, it's the perfect luxury country house.
Sleeps: Up to 12 guests (+ 2 children)
From: £2,950 per week, £2,150 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
Pets: Two small well-behaved dogs are welcome (restrictions apply)
Features: Games room, mini gym and tree house for children
Butterfield House
St Mawgan, Watergate Bay, Cornwall, UK
A stunning rectory renovation overlooking St Mawgan Village and beyond to the North Cornish coast. An idyllic family home for luxury self catering holidays close to Watergate Bay.
Sleeps: Up to 12 guests
From: £2,995 per week
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs over 12 months are welcome on prior request
Features: Piano and heated outdoor pool (June to August)
The Old Monastery
The Old Monastery in Burton Bradstock is a luxurious self-catering manor house exuding elegance and style located just a stone's throw from the Jurassic Coast in Dorset. Nestled in tranquil gardens, there is plenty of space for all the family to enjoy.
Sleeps: Up to 12 guests
From: £3,295 per week, £2,525 per short break
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: 50" TV with home cinema system and Sonos, Tesla electric car charger
Florin
Aberaeron, Ceredigion, Wales, UK
A beautifully-appointed stylish large country house set in five acres of magical gardens near Aberaeron, Ceredigion. A luxury home for family celebrations with plenty of space for several generations to unwind.
Sleeps: Up to 14 guests
From: £2,995 per week, £1,925 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 10 & Up to 8 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Hot tub, treehouse for children, library with pool table, modern garden house with pizza oven