Luxury Self-Catering Stays
We have selected the finest exclusive private home stays the world over which are so much more than self-catering holiday accommodation. Our passion is inviting guests to experience the most perfect luxury holiday cottages and privately owned exclusive boutique self-catering homes both in the UK and overseas. Find out more about our Boutique Luxury Self-Catering Home Stays
Walden Lakehouse
Glasson, County Westmeath, Republic of Ireland
Hunkering on the shores of Lough Ree, Walden Lakehouse offers luxury living on the middle lake of the River Shannon. With its cool mid-century décor and lush woodland setting, it’s little wonder the cabin was crowned ‘Ireland’s Home of The Year’.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Direct access to the lake
Apifera
Fownhope, Hereford, Herefordshire, UK
Set in a land where wildflower meadows cushion underfoot and clematis scramble to the skies, this enchanting Wye Valley country cottage is the dream lovers' retreat.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed
Papilio Creek
Milborne Wick, Sherborne, Dorset, UK
Ensconce yourself in this luxury self-catering cottage in Dorset at The Pavilion, a haven of luxurious comfort and rural appeal
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets permitted
Features: Sauna and steam room
Little Eden
Loch Lomond, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
Perched on the shores of Loch Lomond and with glorious mountain views, this private and romantic self-catering cottage is perfectly romantic and wildly gorgeous.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Fire pit and secluded bay on Loch Lomond, perfect for launching kayaks
Pilgrim
Shepton Mallet, Glastonbury, Somerset, UK
Quietly tucked away down a country lane in the market town of Shepton Mallet, this family-friendly luxury cottage boasts a cinema room, swimming pool and tennis court.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets
Features: Cinema room plus access to heated outdoor swimming pool (available May - October)
The Fable
Ventongimps, Perranporth, Cornwall, UK
Nestled up a tiny track surrounded by pretty rose gardens, The Fable is a fairytale cottage near St Agnes village set in the heart of Poldark country. This luxury cottage is just three miles from the golden sands of Perranporth beach and Trevaunance Cove.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are very welcome.
Cotteswere
Barford St John, Oxfordshire, Cotswolds, UK
Holiday between rolling hills and ambrosial countryside at this luxury self-catering cottage tucked away in the pretty Oxfordshire village of Barford St John. This bucolic bolthole marries Cotswolds style with theatrical flourishes, making a show-stopping family hideaway in the most serene location.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are very welcome
The Creamery
Abbotsham, Appledore, Devon, UK
Far from the crowds, the Hartland Heritage Coast is a halcyon world of pebble beaches and Beatrix Potter wildlife backed by a deep blue sea. Set between Appledore and Clovelly, The Creamery was made for those hidden-away self-catering holidays in Devon.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are very welcome
Features: Fire pit and summerhouse reading room
Theodora´s Cottage
Peeking through a curtain of majestic green pines within the colourful patchwork of Dorset’s countryside you’ll find Theodora's Cottage, a thatched white cob cottage set near the iconic village of Burton Bradstock.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two small dogs are very welcome
Old Fox Cottage
Bretforton, Evesham, Worcestershire, Cotswolds, UK
Old Fox Cottage is a traditionally thatched Grade II-listed 'chocolate box' cottage perfect for families, or for couples looking for a luxury self-catering cottage break away in the Cotswolds. Guests are welcomed by Old Foxy who proudly keeps watch alongside his waddling of ducks atop the eaves.
Sleeps: Sleeps up to 4 people
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry not permitted
The Chalk House
Perched above Mousehole bay, The Chalk House takes prime position in one of England’s most charming seaside villages. Dating back to Victorian times, this luxury retreat has a nostalgic appeal, filled with vintage harbour town charm.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Outside fire pit and in-built pizza oven
Lost Cottage
Glenbeigh, County Kerry, Republic of Ireland
Lost Cottage was once a winter refuge to a herd of mountain goats but now invites guests to stay in one of the most unique self-catering cottages in Kerry, Ireland. Pared-back interiors offer a stylishly simple shelter from which to admire Glenbeigh's emerald green farmland and soaring mountains.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Elysian
Escape the hubbub of everyday life and escape to this luxury cottage in the moorland village of Rilla Mill in Cornwall, where tranquillity promises only to be disturbed by birdsong. Elysian's pared-back rough-luxe style makes it an inspired Cornish retreat.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are very welcome
Features: Cinema room, summer house, linhay studio
Gypsea Rocks
Trebarwith Strand, Tintagel, Cornwall, UK
Gypsea Rocks nestles between the soaring cliffs of a hidden valley in north Cornwall, 500 metres from Trebarwith Strand beach. This luxury self-catering cottage is a perfect seaside haven combining vintage finds with rustic flourishes.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: One dog is welcome
The Salt House
The Salt House has an enviable position on the water’s edge in Mousehole. Once home to fleet fishermen casting their nets for pilchards and mackerel, this Grade-II listed cottage now offers a luxury self-catering retreat to drop anchor and stay a while.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets are permitted
Spinnakers
St Mawes, Roseland Peninsula, Cornwall, UK
Set in an idyllic location not far from the picturesque harbour town of St Mawes, a relaxing stay is guaranteed at Spinnakers. Set in gardens complete with natural pond, the barn offers the perfect location to enjoy a tranquil retreat.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets
Huckleberry
Brushford, Dulverton, Somerset, UK
Those with an ultra-luxe country escape in mind need search no further than Huckleberry; a stylish self-catering barn conversion in Somerset which ticks all the boxes necessary for a blissful bucolic getaway.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: One well-behaved dog is welcome and a second on request
Features: There are stables on site for up to three horses
The Riddle
North Bovey, Dartmoor, Devon, UK
Plot your country escape to this luxury holiday cottage in North Bovey; one of Devon's most idyllic villages set within the rugged beauty of Dartmoor National Park. The Riddle is the type of cottage you might find on the pages of a storybook.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are very welcome, or three on prior request.
The Restoratory
Boasting literary-inspired artwork and interesting artifacts throughout, The Restoratory is a stylish Tudor house right on the beach in Sandwich Bay.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: One small well-behaved dog on prior request
Features: Playroom with ping pong and pool table
The Wool Shed
Trebudannon, Watergate Bay, Cornwall, UK
With an off-the-beaten-track feel, but set within a pretty hamlet. The Wool Shed is a hand-crafted home exuding rusticity, where scorched floors, knotty textures and a pallet of greys combine into a modern-day abode for style aficionados.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are very welcome.
The Spyglass
Surrender to the call of the sea and let The Spyglass seduce you into a world of maritime Cornwall. Just a stone’s throw from the sea with access to the beach, this luxury self-catering beach cottage is one of Gorran Haven’s best kept secrets.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two well behaved medium-sized dogs welcome
Features: Access to the beach
The Fisherman´s Knot
Proudly perched above Cadgwith Cove's iconic azure sea pool bobbing with colourful fishing boats, The Fisherman's Knot is a luxury thatched cottage which fuses traditional charm with a modern take on retro chic interiors.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: One small-medium well-behaved dog is welcome on prior request
Tempest
Surrender to the majesty of Whitsand Bay with a luxury self-catering beach house break at Tempest. Fall asleep to the sound of the waves and gaze out to infinite sea and sky views as you let this 'forgotten corner' of Cornwall lure you under its spell.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: One large or two well-behaved small dogs are welcome
Blue Point
Whitstable, Kent, UK
Blue Point is set right on the beach front at Whitstable Bay in Kent and offers a stylish self-catering beach cottage with as much class as those from the Hamptons. Couples and families alike will relish precious days spent exploring the treasures of this trendy maritime town.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests (+1 child)
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: One well-behaved dog is welcome on request between November and March
Eirianfa
Llanbedr-Dyffryn-Clwyd, Ruthin, Wales, UK
Cradled within a peaceful valley near Ruthin, this heart-stirring luxury cottage in Denbighshire boasts a games room with hot tub and a private lake, all set within 17 acres in North Wales.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: One medium or two small dogs on prior request
Features: Hot tub, bar, 50" TV, pool table, private lake
Valentina´s Lost Orangery
Castle Combe, Wiltshire, Cotswolds, UK
Step through the looking glass and enter an oasis of lush verdure and unparalleled splendour at this luxury self-catering home near Bath and Castle Combe. Valentina’s Lost Orangery is a romantic retreat embellished with chandeliers, tropical palms and citruses.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are welcome
Features: Tennis courts
Faerie Door Cottage
Thatched with combed wheat straw and sprinkled with magic, Faerie Door Cottage is a dream cottage plucked straight from a story book. West Overton provides an idyllic setting for luxury self-catering cottage breaks in Wiltshire.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are welcome
Crabber´s Nip
Nestled in the heart of Mousehole, Crabber’s Nip is a luxury self-catering fisherman’s cottage which has been tenderly restored to reinstate its quintessential Cornish cottage charm, with a contemporary twist.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: One large or two small dogs are welcome
The Hop Store
Ledbury, Herefordshire, Cotswolds, UK
Surrounded by 200 acres of perfectly aligned hop yards, rolling meadows and juicy apple orchards, The Hop Store is idyllically situated on one of the last remaining hop farms in the UK, not far from Ledbury in Herefordshire.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets are permitted
The Bulrushes
Trerice, Crantock, Cornwall, UK
Ensconced within a delightful verdant valley setting in North Cornwall, The Bulrushes is a luxury cottage close to the coastal village of Crantock exuding a charming spirit all of its own.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets
The Hamptons
Nestled within the grounds of a country estate, The Hamptons is a New England-style cottage flaunting chic interiors and lies within easy reach of Kynance Cove on the Lizard Peninsula.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets
The Butlery
The Butlery is luxury self-catering cottage set within a private seafront estate in Sandwich Bay, Kent, with stunning Arts and Crafts decor and a charming history.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: One small dog welcome on prior request
Features: Guests have access to a large children´s playroom with ping pong and pool table
The Osprey
Windermere, The Lake District, Cumbria, UK
This luxury self-catering boathouse overlooks the serene waters of Lake Windermere in the Lake District National Park. It is easy to see how the beloved children's tale Swallows and Amazons was inspired by the magical lakeside location.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets
Features: Private jetty and boat mooring
The Oyster Catcher
This luxury self-catering holiday home in Mousehole boasts exquisite interiors that exude a certain ethereal elegance and calm which, when combined with the gentle lapping of the tide on your doorstep, guarantee a perfectly relaxing and rejuvenating stay.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets are permitted
The Boat House
With luxurious contemporary interiors, The Boat House near Cawsand is a very special gem in the forgotten corner of Cornwall. The gardens are a nature lover's paradise with five acres of secluded wooded grounds leading down to the beach at the end of the garden.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets permitted
Forelle
Cubert, Holywell Bay, Cornwall, UK
Forelle is beautifully furnished with a characterful rustic country style throughout and with easy access to some of the country's top surf spots; Holywell Bay, Fistral and Perran Sands are just along the Cornish coast.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs on prior request
Clapper Bridge Cottage
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
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are welcome
Worthyvale Mill
A beautifully converted 17th-century mill house, complete with mill wheel and idyllic countryside and lake views. This luxury self-catered property is perfectly located for exploring nearby Port Isaac, and is just a short drive from the magical village of Tintagel, legendary home of King Arthur!
Sleeps: Up to 5 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets
Sugar Ray
Huge sea views, bright interiors and an eclectic mix of furniture and furnishings make this clapboard beach house a unique stay on the Dorset coast.
Sleeps: Up to 6 (+2) guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Yes, two small well behaved dogs are very welcome
Features: Outdoor heated swimming pool (May - September), shepherd´s hut and a trampoline
Skyros
Schull, Co. Cork, Republic of Ireland
Lose yourself amidst the magic of the Emerald Isle by escaping to this unique coastal self-catering home at the foothills of Mount Gabriel in Schull. Skyros is a modern architectural gem, flaunting intoxicating views along the zig-zagging Mizen Peninsula coast of West Cork.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Hollyhocks
Eardisland, Hereford, Herefordshire, UK
Wend through Herefordshire’s patchwork countryside and find this chalky Tudor cottage nestled on the banks of the river Arrow in the fairy-tale village of Eardisland.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests (ideally 4 adults and 2 children)
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are very welcome
Features: Private garden on the village riverbank
Nevada
Drift, Mousehole, Cornwall, UK
As the only residence on the Drift Reservoir, this award-winning copper-clad pad occupies an enviable location in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Evoking a marooned feeling, this former Water Bailiff’s home welds 1960's interiors and the latest in eco-technology to create a unique home.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: One well-behaved dog is welcome
Raffia
Approached via a zigzagging path which tumbles down the cliff towards the cove at Polperro, this off-grid retreat is blissfully unplugged. A beachy, Scandinavian style creates a relaxed interior, with floor-to-ceiling glass leading out onto a wooden deck cocooned by Monterey pines and overlooking the ocean.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: One well-behaved dog is welcome
Nautilus
St Mawes, Roseland Peninsula, Cornwall, UK
With a collated and collected vibe, this light-filled beach house is as perfect for families looking for a unique beach escape as couple’s seeking a laid-back yet indulgent retreat close to St Mawes.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets
Faraway House
Crickhowell, Brecon Beacons, Wales, UK
Bright lights of the city will soon fade into insignificance with a luxury break at this beautifully remote hideaway near Crickhowell in Wales. This pair of renovated cottages are perfect for those wanting to escape the everyday and be immersed within the beauty of the Brecon Beacons.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are very welcome
Galleon
This luxury beach house has been cleverly redesigned into the cliffside to make the most of the spectacular views over Portreath beach. Welcoming families and friends to beach break in style.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two well behaved dogs welcome
The Stack
Stay in one of the UK’s most unique homes with a luxury self-catering break at this Cornish engine house. The Stack comes complete with a sunken hot tub, cinema room, al fresco kitchen and extensive beautiful gardens.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are very welcome.
Features: Sunken hot tub, cinema room, al fresco kitchen, outdoor heater, pizza oven/BBQ
The Found
Bawdsey, Woodbridge, Suffolk, UK
For a unique escape like no other, whisk the party away to this cutting-edge designed Martello tower house set on the shores of the Suffolk coast in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets are permitted
Features: Firepit and rooftop terrace
Aquila
Bampton, The Lake District, Cumbria, UK
Aquila is a modernist lake house with a seductively clandestine appeal, set right on the sparkling Haweswater shoreline within the tarns and fells of the Mardale Valley. From relaxing affairs to adrenaline-fuelled adventures, this luxury retreat provides unique self-catering escapes in the Lake District National Park.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets are permitted
Voyager
Whisk your loved ones away to this luxury harbourside holiday home in Mousehole, Cornwall. Beneath its voguish veneer, this beautiful 18th Century home has a serious sense of history and place just waiting to be discovered.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets are permitted
Hawkhurst
Rye Harbour, Rye, East Sussex, UK
Possibly the quaintest town in England, Rye's tiny cobbled streets and medieval buildings are a feast for the eyes. Just downstream, you'll find this iconic black-coated family home sat boldly amongst its timber-clad neighbours on the water in Rye Harbour.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are very welcome
Pollyanna
Birlingham, Worcestershire, Cotswolds, 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. Perfect for families and for those wishing to explore the Cotswold countryside!
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets.
Phillimores
Woodleigh, Kingsbridge, Devon, UK
Flaunting all that is good and great about sunny South Devon, Phillimores is an intriguing self-catering holiday cottage blending the traditional and the stylish. This 17th century cottage is idyllically cosseted in a wooded valley not far from Kingsbridge in the ever-popular South Hams region of Devon.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets permitted
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
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two 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
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are welcome
Beauport
Nestled on the banks of the River Yealm in South Devon's yachty haven of Newton Ferrers is the oh-so-stylish Beauport. This stunning self-catering luxury cottage exudes a restful ambiance echoic of the rippling river which sits at the bottom of the garden.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets
Features: Summerhouse and private slipway
Prairie De Gorge
Prairie De Gorge started life as two tumbledown cottages and has been tenderly renovated into a luxury self-catering retreat exuding country charm. This elegant family home is set on the fringe of Shipton Gorge near Burton Bradstock.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets are permitted
Burdock Fox
Castle Combe, Wiltshire, Cotswolds, UK
With its wisteria clad façade and knock-your-wellies-off interiors, Cotswolds lovers are sure to adore a luxury self-catering cottage break at Burdock Fox in the heart of Castle Combe.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests (plus 1 child)
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are welcome
Features: Cellar cinema room
The Viewing Gallery
Experience 'life on the ocean wave' without leaving the safety of the shore, watch for dolphins and seals playing in the surf and sit agog at the breath-taking sunsets all from the comfort of the private deck at The Viewing Gallery in Portreath.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: One dog on prior request
Features: Hot tub
Cinnamon Cottage
Cinnamon Cottage is a thatched luxury self-catering cottage in the quaint village of Higher Ashton in Devon. With the traditional thatched roof crowning the elegant and intriguingly beautiful interiors within, family holidays in the rolling Devonshire countryside have never looked so tempting...
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are very welcome
Swallowtails
An enchanting haven of peace and serenity idyllically situated close to the sheltered waters of the Helford River just half a mile from the coast.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs are welcome
Features: Natural swimming pond with waterfall
The Carriage House
Stylish luxury home stay for all the family to enjoy some time out close to Dorset's Jurassic coast in the quaint hamlet of Litton Cheney.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets
Features: Use of tennis court
The Sea Barn
St Mawes, Roseland Peninsula, Cornwall, UK
The Sea Barn is a luxury coastal barn conversion nr St Mawes, just a stone's throw from the golden beaches of Cornwall's Roseland peninsula. Enjoy a morning coffee with the papers on the sunny deck and take in the views across the fields towards the coast, there is no better place to relax and rejuvenate.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets
Rowton Manor
A "bite-sized" luxury self-catering country manor house set in a rural location in Cheshire with spacious grounds and private lake. Rowton Manor offers stylish sophistication whilst retaining Elizabethan Charm.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets are permitted
Features: Music room with piano
Rydon
Trusham, Teign Valley, Devon, UK
Enjoy some time out at this contemporary self-catering barn dwelling squirrelled away in the picturesque Teign Valley, Devon.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two dogs very welcome (must be kept on leads in the grounds)
Features: Heated pool (from 6th May to 30th September)
Hummingbird House
Once home to a famous Edwardian music hall starlet, this unique luxury self-catering manor house near Lewes in East Sussex steals the show with her subtle glamour and undeniable grace.
Sleeps: Up to 7 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets permitted
Features: A hot tub in the garden, steam room shower, media room, competition standard table tennis table
Alchemy Hill
Blending seamlessly with the dramatic scenery of the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains, Alchemy Hill is a peaceful and stylish retreat set in the rolling hills of Hay on Wye.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Outdoor wood-fired eco hot tub, outdoor kitchen
Dusky Cottage
Hope Cove, Kingsbridge, Devon, UK
Set between the yachting havens of Kingsbridge and Salcombe, Dusky Cottage sits on a country lane leading down to Hope Cove. Push open the sky-blue gate and you'll be smitten; this luxury thatched cottage is sure to capture the hearts of all the family.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: One dog is welcome
Features: Hot tub, summerhouse, climbing frame, swings
Stella Maris
Hugging a bend of the Malpas river on a road lined with Monterey pines lies Stella Maris, or ‘star of the sea’, made for families wanting to immerse themselves in the beauty of Cornwall.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: Two dogs are very welcome
Features: Private quay with river access, boathouse, garden studio, fire pit and cinema den
Serpentine
Portwrinkle, Whitsand Bay, Cornwall, UK
Designed to follow the natural curve of the cliff on the western cusp of Whistand Bay in south Cornwall, this luxury self-catering beach house in Portwrinkle promises to bring a sense of freedom, escapism and pure relaxation to all who stay.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: One well-behaved dog is welcome
Caspian Ranch
Brushford, Dulverton, Somerset, UK
Pack your wellingtons and head to Caspian Ranch, an ultra-luxe converted barn burrowed on the southern edge of Exmoor National Park. Set within acres of Somerset’s most spectacular scenery, this luxury retreat is as country chic as they come.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: There are stables on site for up to three horses
The Oyster Shell
Whitstable, Kent, UK
Set in the harbour town of Whitstable in Kent, The Oyster Shell is a contemporary self-catering coastal pad with far-reaching sea views. The combination of modern luxuries with sophisticated elegance offers families and design aficionados escapism in style in this architect-designed luxury retreat.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: One well-behaved dog is welcome
Barefoot Beach House
Nestled among the rolling dunes, Barefoot Beach House is a unique self-catering beach house right on the beach at Camber Sands, East Sussex. This very special abode provides a tranquil escape for all the family to kick back and unwind.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests (6 adults and 2 children)
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: One dog is very welcome
River House
St Just In Roseland, Cornwall, UK
Contemporary self-catering coastal pad with far-reaching views over St Just In Roseland and Mylor harbour. From your hilltop vantage point overlooking Mylor harbour, watch the kites and gulls soar and the busy oyster boats trawling Carrick Roads.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets
Features: Gym
Tamarisk Beach House
Impeccable interiors, sea-salted air and panoramic views over Woolacombe Bay make Tamarisk Beach House an idyllic retreat for families and surfers looking for luxury self-catering accommodation by the sea in North Devon.
Sleeps: 6 adults + 2 children
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
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
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Table tennis and table football in the play room
Stargazer
Stargazer is a luxury self-catering home perfect for families who are looking for an idyllic Devonshire holiday between moor and sea in the historic town of Modbury.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets
Features: Quirky outdoor swimming pool (heated from May-September between 11am-4pm)
Snow Goose
Proudly sat at the head of the creek with south-facing views over Chichester harbour and beyond, Snow Goose is a luxury self-catering riverside home in West Sussex.
Sleeps: Up to 9 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: One medium well-behaved dog on prior request
Features: Cinema room with 50" plasma TV
Seren Mor
Newport, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK
Nestled on the green cliffs of the Pembrokeshire coast, this luxury self-catering house in Wales is what family holidays are all about.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
Pets: Yes, one dog is welcome
Features: Kayaks, surf boards and a private path directly onto the beach
Maberly
Chillington, Kingsbridge, Devon, UK
Simple and elegant, this large South Hams self-catering house near Kingsbridge offers the most peaceful of countryside getaways.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests (+ 2 children)
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets are permitted
Studio Fold
Nutbourne, Pulborough, West Sussex, UK
Meticulous design and eco-friendly credentials have seen this former water pumping station in Pulborough's sought-after village of Nutbourne transform into an award-winning self-catering home.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
Pets: Two dogs are very welcome
Features: Basement den with gym equipment
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
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets
Features: Table tennis, natural outdoor swimming pool (available July - September)
Zamani
Hawling, Gloucestershire, Cotswolds, UK
Ancient Cotswolds barn meets contemporary charm at this luxury self-catering country house near Cheltenham. A stylish sanctuary for large family gatherings and a perfect private retreat to retire to with friends after fun-filled antics at the races.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are very welcome
Features: Pool room
The Polo Farm
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, Cotswolds, UK
Within a scene of tumbling hills, patchwork countryside and bluebell woods, this luxury self-catering homestay near Cirencester offers a picture-perfect escape in the rolling Cotswolds.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
Pets: Two small well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Cinema den, table tennis
Ever After
Chiddingstone, High Weald, Kent, UK
Once home to the family of Roger Hargreaves (of Mr. Men fame), Ever After affords families the chance to shape their own stories within 57 private acres of rural Kent's High Weald AONB.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
Pets: One dog is welcome
Features: Outdoor heated pool (May - September), multi-function games table, playhouse, putting green
Figtree House
Farleton, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, UK
This exquisitely interior designed luxury self-catering home stay is set within 17 acres of rolling Cumbrian countryside, not far from the historic town of Kirkby Lonsdale and the Lake District.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: One well-behaved dog on prior request
Features: Luxurious snug with TV and Blu-ray player
Skyline
Staveley, The Lake District, Cumbria, UK
Perched high above the village of Staveley with breath-taking views across the valley, Skyline is a truly unique luxury property with tennis court, grand piano and 11 acres of woodland.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs on prior request
Features: Tennis court, Steinway grand piano, a helicopter can land on the drive (with prior arrangement)
Castle Trinity
Providing luxury for large self-catering groups, enter a kingdom of ritzy indulgence at this exclusive castle for hire near the Peak District.
Sleeps: Sleeps up to 10 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two small dogs are welcome
Features: Heated indoor swimming pool, steam room, outdoor hot tub, gym and piano
Montana
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Lyme Regis on the Devon border, this stylish architect-designed self-catering home boasts dramatic far-reaching woodland vistas.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 8 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: Two dogs are welcome.
Arcalia
Blisland, Bodmin Moor, Cornwall, UK
Along with its 14 acres of beautiful gardens and outdoor swimming pool, this large family farmhouse in Blisland will create cherished family memories of a time well spent.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 8 & Up to 6 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets permitted
Features: Outdoor heated swimming pool (available May-September), plus a pool house with WC and shower
Ellenglaze
Holywell Bay, Cubert, Cornwall, UK
Those looking for a sublime holiday home close to the beach, boasting indoor swimming pool, cinema room, hot tub and mod cons need look no further! Ellenglaze in Holywell Bay will enchant families wanting the ultimate holiday home from home.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Features: Cinema projector, indoor heated pool and hot tub
The Fish Store
This iconic fish store turned family home celebrates the beauty that a passage of time brings to a home, offering luxury living by the sea in Mousehole harbour, west Cornwall.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Cinema room, table tennis
The Wilds
Crickhowell, Brecon Beacons, Wales, UK
This family home sat beneath the peaks of the Brecon Beacons has been sympathetically renovated into a countrified yet stylish abode, complete with a hot tub on the private sun terrace.
Sleeps: Up to 12 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 8 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: One well-behaved dog is welcome
Features: Hot tub
Charity
Black Mountains, Herefordshire, UK
Modern rusticity, clever artistry and divine seclusion combine to make Charity the ultimate wild retreat for friends and family gatherings; set down a winding mountain road in the Olchon Valley near the Brecon Beacons.
Sleeps: Up to 12 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
Pets: Two dogs are welcome
Features: Hot tub, sauna, table tennis, snooker room, cinema barn
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)
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
Pets: Two small dogs (restrictions apply)
Features: Games room and mini gym
The Parsonage
A beautifully designed Grade-II listed old parsonage with stunning gardens on the outskirts of Ombersley in the Abberley Hills.
Sleeps: Up to 12 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 8 & Up to 4 guests
Pets: Sorry no pets