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Cottage in Launceston

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 477 reviews

Relax in Your Private Spa at This Tranquil Country Cottage

Indulge in a luxury spa experience at a tranquil cottage. Follow a garden path from your decked balcony to a private wood-fired hot tub, sauna, hammock, outdoor shower and summerhouse. It's a great spot for stargazing by night and bird-watching by day. Cook in a modern well-equipped kitchen or have a night off, dinner prepared for you by us and brought over to the cottage. Please note that all logs for the hot tub and log burner are inclusive ! We are pet friendly and welcome 1 large breed or 2 smaller breeds of dog. The cottage is situated in the grounds of our own home. While it is entirely private we are on hand if you need anything and Mark can also provide private catering as a highly regarded chef sourcing the best local produce in Cornwall ! The cottage terrace opens out from the bedroom with direct access to the garden and a path which leads to an outdoor spa with wood fired hot tub, sauna, hammock, fire pit and summerhouse. We are located in the adjacent house should you need us for anything at all but offer our guests total privacy otherwise. The choice is yours ! The cottage is in a pretty rural hamlet surrounded by countryside near the market town of Launceston in the county of Cornwall. A car is needed. The cottage sleeps 2 adults in a King sized bed and up to 2 small children (under 12) on the sofa bed.

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Cottage in Spaxton

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 194 reviews

Stay in the AONB with Own Hot Tub, Dogs Welcome

Nestled in the wilderness of the Quantock Hills AONB, this beautiful lodge is a perfect country retreat. Ideal for couples, families, walkers, trail runners, cyclists, bird watchers and nature lovers. Fully renovated, with a large hot tub, underfloor heating, comfortable furniture, a coffee machine and a wood burner for cosy winter nights. Dogs welcome, lockable shed for bicycles. Numerous walks out of the front door with unbeatable views. Superfast Wi-Fi. Toiletries and essentials provided.

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Cottage in Dorset

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 626 reviews

Cute, Cosy & Stylish Bothy Cottage, near Sherborne

Stylish, Comfortable & Quirky - “Top 10 Dorset Airbnb” (Conde Nast Traveller) in a “Top 50 UK Village” (Sunday Times). The Bothy is a detached stone cottage where you can share some free Prosecco on your private terrace. It is in the rural historic Yetminster Conservation Area with a thatched pub, café & shop. It is next door to a quintessential "Chocolate Box" thatched cottage. You are on the edge of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with good access to the sea & Jurassic Coast.

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Cottage in Carmarthenshire

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 274 reviews

Dairy Cottage-Relax and escape to the forest

Dairy cottage is in the forest, on a 1.3 acre garden and we live nearby. This peaceful very rural location down little country lanes is 1000ft above sea level. The cottage is 100% pet friendly. The garden is fenced and completely private. It has a patio area with a table and seating with a BBQ/fire pit. The area is renowned for its peace and tranquility offering a quiet, relaxing break with all the mod cons. Beaches within 40 mins and local shop 15mins away. Main shopping centre 30mins away.

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Cottage in Withiel

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 418 reviews

Romantic Country Cottage| Hot tub| Sauna

Your holiday matters! It's your lifeline to sanity, a chance to re-connect with the loved ones closest to you; it's a chance to relax, a chance to switch off and indeed a chance to experience the out of ordinary. Damson Cottage is the ultimate rustic retreat where hand crafted luxury meets country cottage. Hidden away in the rural countryside, with its own hot tub, sauna and massage/wellbeing therapist available this sanctuary will appeal to couples looking for a stay of pure self indulgence!

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Cottage in Poulton

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 230 reviews

Charming Cotswold Cottage and Garden near Bibury

Welcome to our much loved cottage, a stones throw from Bibury right in the heart of the Cotswolds. Experience a quintessential historic English country cottage and charming cottage garden, with an abundance of original features that make this a totally unique stay. With naturally crafted finishes, lime washes and natural materials throughout, eco products and toiletries we have created an eco retreat in the Cotswolds surrounded by natural beauty. Small solo dogs accommodated upon request.

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Cottage in Minchinhampton

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews

Grade II listed historic Cotswolds cottage

A Grade II listed 2-bedroom cottage, in a charming Cotswolds area, steeped in history and character, with original windows, traditional flagstone flooring, stone walls, oak beams and a fireplace. All rooms have lovely little window seats. Enjoy your own orchard at the end of the garden, perfect for a BBQ or picnic. The Cottage also includes free off-street parking. We love the local walks, views and the quintessential little Cotswolds high street only minutes walk from the cottage.

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Cottage in Saint Briavels

5 out of 5 average rating, 321 reviews

Set in AONB & 40 Acres of Private Countryside

Perfectly situated to explore all the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean has to offer, The Apple Loft is an idyllic getaway popular with honeymooners, walkers, cyclists and those just wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With panoramic views across Mork Valley, guests can walk our grassy tracks, explore the old lime kilns, picnic in our fields, say ‘hello’ to the pet sheep and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature, stars and sunsets in this magical and relaxing retreat.

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Cottage in Croyde

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 323 reviews

Thatched Devon Cottage beside stream near beach

Skirr Cottage was the home of the acclaimed writer Henry Williamson who is best known as the author of Tarka the Otter. With its pretty whitewashed exterior the cottage is set next to a trickling stream next to the historic Norman church of St. George in the heart of Georgeham village. Putsborough surfing beach is a 25 minute walk via fields or via a lane. or 5 minute drive. The Kings Arms and 17th century Rock Inn serving gastro pub food are 1 minute and a 4 minute walk away.

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Cottage in Hartland

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviews

Puffins Nest Rural Coastal Retreat, Hartland Devon

Puffins Nest is a bijou converted 17th century tiny barn, within the main farmhouse walled garden, adjacent to our home. Retaining many of its original quirky features, it's a stylish and cosy retreat. Perched on the stunning North Devon coast and just minutes from the beautiful myriad of coastal paths, walking & exploring are on the menu. A truly unique getaway in a remote but easily accessible location. Perfect bolt hole for walkers and explorers. No under 18's. No pets.

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Cottage in Dunsford

5 out of 5 average rating, 352 reviews

Pretty Dartmoor Cottage in woodland-setting

This pretty character cottage on the edge of Dartmoor is the perfect getaway. Surrounded by woodland, its private garden offers a peaceful spot to relax, and take in the Devonshire countryside. This one-bedroom cottage features a cosy cob-walled lounge with a wood-burning fire, a master bedroom with a king-size bed beneath ancient beams, and a spacious en-suite bathroom for ultimate relaxation. Experience the magic of Devon in this idyllic countryside retreat.

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Cottage in St Davids

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews

+ Cosy Thatched Cottage + St. David's Peninsula +

Ty To ("Thatched House") is a spellbinding little cottage, tucked away in a coastal location just a stone's throw from some of Pembrokeshire's finest beaches. Built in the late 1600s, the Ty To is steeped in history, and is one of the few remaining thatched properties in West Pembrokeshire. A short drive from Britain's smallest city, St. Davids, the cottage is a sensational place from which to explore this wild & wonderful corner of Wales.