- EnglandThe Coach House is a beautiful, enchanting, character-filled retreat in the picturesque village of Thornfalcon, offering a blend of character, interior design, comfort and views over the fields. The open plan living space with vaulted ceiling, creats an airy, inviting atmosphere. The well-equipped kitchen provides a range of herbs, spices, oil, vinegar, tea, sugar for your culinary creations. A cosy wood burner is perfect for relaxing evenings, as well as a good selection of books. French doors lead onto a patio, allowing you to soak in the tranquil countryside and surrounding orchards. Three steps down to a charming twin bedroom with an additional single sofa bed, offering flexibility. A wet room with shower and toilet ensures accessibility and comfort for guests. A utility room comes equipped with a washer/dryer, microwave, ironing board and iron.
On the second floor is a beautiful master bedroom with rustic beams adding unique character. This elegant space boasts a kingsize bed and en-suite facilities allowing you to indulge in relaxation. The garden invites you to immerse yourself in the serene surroundings, enjoy al fresco dining, or simply unwind with a good book while appreciating the beauty of the countryside.
Nearby is an array of activities and attractions. History enthusiasts can venture to the town of Taunton, renowned for its rich heritage and stunning medieval architecture. Visit Taunton Castle, home to the Museum of Somerset, and discover the region’s past. Take a leisurely stroll along the scenic River Tone or explore the shops, cafes and restaurants lining the streets.
The stunning landscapes of Exmoor National Park and the Quantock Hills AONB are easily reached. Enjoy picturesque walks, wildlife or simply revel in the tranquility of these breathtaking settings. The charming seaside town of Lyme Regis, with its iconic Cobb and fossil-rich cliffs, offers a delightful day trip. Explore the sands of Weymouth Beach or take a stroll along the promenades of Sidmouth or Exmouth.
Whether you’re immersing yourself in the history and culture of Somerset or indulging in the natural beauty of the nearby beaches, The Coach House provides a wonderful base for an unforgettable holiday.£132From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Gloucester, EnglandRiverview Lodge is a delightful, luxurious studio lodge with an elevated position and uninterrupted view of the River Severn. It has been designed with comfort and luxury in mind. This is the perfect choice for a romantic vacation on the outskirts of the Cotswold and Forest of Dean. It features a small yet totally functional kitchenette that is ample for whipping up a wonderful breakfast, a Nespresso coffee machine is included for a premium experience during your stay too. A sumptuous sink into bed with the finest linen, provides the perfect slumber, soft mood lighting allows for a lovely ambiance throughout. Directly outside guests can enjoy a private terrace with seating and BBQ, a lovely spot for dining alfresco to the backdrop of the country lane and river.
Within stumbling distance and your neighbour is a fantastic riverside country pub, serving some fine ales and ciders, the food is well regarded by locals too, great for those days you don’t feel like cooking! Within a short drive is Tewkesbury, a buzzing little market town on the river, with a great selection of Coffee shops, restaurants, and antique shops. In the other direction is Gloucester, Harry Potter fanatics will be pleased to know they can walk in the footsteps of the Wizards and muggles Harry Potter filmed at the magnificent cathedral. Also, home to a dockside shopping outlet too for some discount designer clobber.
Obviously, no romantic gaunt to Gloucestershire, would be complete without a visit to the regency town of Cheltenham, glittered with its fancy cocktail bars, Michelin starred restaurants, shopping boutique and beauty salons are dotted along the regency promenades of Cheltenham Spa. Enjoy art galleries, concert halls, theatres, and world-renowned festivals, with highlight of the year being the Cheltenham Gold Cup, the blue riband event of the national hunt calendar. Riverview Lodge is the perfect race week residency as Cheltenham is easily reached by car within 15 minutes. A little further afield is the wider Cotswolds, all still within a 40-minute drive. Be sure to visit the famous chocolate box villages with their charming honey hued houses. Bourton-on-the-water, Chipping Campden, Cirencester, Stow-on-the-Wold are all easily reached.£69From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Dartmouth, EnglandFrom the moment you turn into The Dartmouth Golf and Country Club’s sweeping driveway, you will feel a sense of peace and tranquillity. Slowly pass the keen golfer taking his next shot, gaze in awe at the views over the greens and know that your holiday has truly begun. Pull up and make your way to Toffee Apple, a gorgeous stone-built property tucked away in a commanding quiet spot overlooking the golf club and greens beyond.
As you step through the front door you will be wowed by the boutique feel with no expense spared in ensuring your stay is luxurious and comfortable. The fully fitted kitchen lends itself beautifully to the sociable living being open plan with a sumptuous living area. With Neff and Smeg appliances and a grand larder cupboard, you will be sure to cook up some wonderful meals after a round of golf or a day exploring Dartmouth and beyond. The living room benefits from a range of comfortable seating around a Smart TV with DVD player and bluetooth speaker, and on a chilly evening the all-important wood burner, perfect for warming your toes after your day’s adventures. Gather in the conservatory to take in the beautiful views, enjoy a breakfast feast or simply relax with a book. Doors lead down into the garden which features garden furniture and a charcoal BBQ. Three bright and airy bedrooms can be found on the first and second floors, all with luxury ensuite bathrooms and added luxury toiletries to ensure a perfect pamper. A great night’s sleep shall be had by all.
Set on the Dartmouth Golf and Country Club Estate, Toffee Apple is perfectly situated to enjoy the golf course (fees apply), and guests have free access to the swimming pool and spa facilities on site. Enjoy a round of golf by day, a cold tipple on the terrace of an afternoon and a dreamy night’s sleep by night.
If a break from golf is what you crave, the Royal Naval Town of Dartmouth is a short drive away, here you will find quirky shops, galleries, and wonderful restaurants as well as the opportunity to take to the river and explore the surrounding area by boat. The children will love Woodlands Family Leisure Park, under a mile away, a fantastic day out to let off some steam and make memories together. The beaches of Blackpool Sands and Slapton Sands are within easy reach, so pack up your golf clubs, bucket and spade and sense of adventure and head to Toffee Apple for a holiday to remember!£134From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Sneatonthorpe, EnglandThis eco-friendly barn conversion is over 200 years old and oozes charm and character, retaining many original features, including exposed stone walls, vaulted beamed ceilings, stone flag flooring and a woodburner. This holiday property is located on a working arable farm and is surrounded by uninterrupted views towards the sea and Whitby in an idyllic rural setting, just 4 miles from the centre of Whitby on the edge of the quaint hamlet of Sneatonthorpe and 1 mile from the village of Sneaton. Sneaton boasts a friendly pub, ice cream parlour, charming tea rooms and a warm welcome from the locals. Bridle paths, cycle tracks and walkways abound from the door, with the ancient Monks Pathway being a favourite with walkers visiting this area. Whitby is a fantastic destination for holidaymakers with the steam train departing throughout the summer on its way to Grosmont and Goathland – those famous villages used in the TV series ‘Heartbeat’. Also, Whitby boasts a colourful harbour, 3 miles of sandy beach, the 12th century Abbey ruins and St Marys Church. The town also hosts many festivals throughout the year with folk weekends, 60’s music festivals and Goth weekends, bringing guests from far and wide. Mortar Barn is the ideal place for exploring both the North Yorkshire Moors National Park and the Heritage Coast of Yorkshire. Scarborough has been welcoming guests for more than 300 years and has all the ingredients for a family packed day at the seaside, with Filey and Bridlington a little further along the coast line. Closer to home, is the smugglers coves of Robin Hood’s Bay, Runswick Bay and Staithes, where pretty cottages cling to cliffs and time appears to have stood still. Discover little villages tucked away deep in the valleys as you explore the North Yorkshire’s heather clad moors. Beach 4 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£136From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Scarborough, EnglandThis single-storey, semi-detached barn conversion, next to the owners’ home, has been renovated with great attention to detail, with eco-friendly, underfloor air source heating throughout and a very good standard of fixtures and fittings. Beams have been left exposed, and there is a large open-plan living area make this a great area in which to socialise with all the family and friends together.
Explore both the coast and the countryside from this property, as it is an excellent base for walking and touring. The Yorkshire Wolds, one of Britain’s best kept secrets, runs to the south of the village, and there is miles and miles of long countryside walks. The North Yorkshire Moors and the east coast are just a short drive away, and the seaside resorts of Filey and Scarborough have great beaches for the family for that traditional seaside holiday. Within the hour you can be in the city of York with its abundance of renowned attractions, including the iconic Minster, Castle Museum and the Jorvik Viking Centre. York is a fabulous city to visit during your stay and is one of the reasons why it is voted in the top 10 cities to visit every year. Beach 5¾ miles. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 300 yards.
Willow Cottage can be booked together with Reed Cottage (UK37478) to accommodate up to 17 guests.£122From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Gloucester, EnglandEscape the city smog, for this cool and snazzy abode sitting pretty within its own Gloucestershire farm. Go Cart Barn is totally unique, inside and out with a sprinkling of retro cool. It has been designed and renovated to a high standard and boasts the very best fixtures and fittings. The property is set within the grounds of a private farm - as you drive down the private track surrounded by pastures you get a mix of pure relaxation and excitement for what awaits. If access for the less mobile is required, please advise the owners prior to arrival.
With an open plan living/dining room this social design is great for bringing everyone together, wine dine or chill it’s all catered for. A top of the range kitchen with feature electric range, great for whipping up culinary delights during your stay, accompanied with state-of-the-art appliances throughout. After dining, retreat to the cosy sitting room area, with projector to stream the latest movie releases. Outside, guests can enjoy the six-person hot tub, barbecue, fire pit, elevated patio, large walled garden so that all the fun is contained within your own private space.
Beyond your trendy Forest of Dean bolt hole, Wye Valley and the Welsh Border Country are easily accessible, as is Cheltenham with its races. Picturesque Cotswolds towns such as Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton on the Water and Burford, and many National Trust properties are all worth a visit, as well as lovely towns and villages such as Newent, Ross, Newham and Monmouth. If exploring and adventure is on the agenda, you are spoilt for choice with the Forest of Dean, Severn and Wye Valleys, Malvern Hills and the Cotswolds all on your doorstep. Perfectly located to enjoy a trip to the ancient cathedral and historic docks of Gloucester, and approximately half an hour’s drive from Cheltenham’s festivals and regency promenade for a spot of designer shopping and fine dining. There are excellent walks and mountain biking trails directly from the farm to May Hill and the surrounding area.
The Red Lion pub is just 5 minute’s walk, The Leaf café and garden centre 3-minute walk. May Hill brewery, Longhope bakery and Harts Barn craft centre just a 5-minute drive. There’s an outstanding restaurant and wet fish counter at Severn Wye smokery, Chaxhill (10-minute drive). Also, a private chef can be arranged from Harts Barn cookery school if required. It is also close to the International Centre for birds of prey and the Three Choirs Vineyard nearby for a spot of bird watching followed by some wine tasting. Within easy reach of the picturesque Wye Valley, including Tintern Abbey and Symonds Yat. Adrenalin junkies are well catered for too, in Gloucester you have the dry ski slope for a day of boarding or tobogganing, off road cycling and treetop rope adventures to be found within the Forest of Dean. Paddle boarding is a firm favourite and available at Gloucester Docks and the picturesque Symonds Yat on the Wye River.£216From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Matlock, EnglandBuntingfield Farmhouse is set within the owners beautifully kept livery yard in a rural location set in the Peak District in Derbyshire. The property has been skilfully renovated and offers guests luxury accommodation throughout. The property boasts quality furnishings, decor and equipment in every room. Wake up in the large master bedroom with its own dressing room and en-suite to amazing views from the picture-perfect bedroom windows. The second bedroom also offers guests a relaxing place to rest your head. The garden is the perfect place to put your feet up and enjoy the pretty cottage where you can relax with your morning coffee with views over the nearby fields and hills. Benefiting from a stunning open plan living space, it offers guests the chance to be together whilst cooking on the fantastic Aga.
If you want to leave your car for a rest, walks can be enjoyed directly from the door with many public footpaths right on the doorstep. The small, rural village of Ashover is peacefully situated in the Amber Valley, just 5 miles from Matlock. The village has several good pubs, including one of the oldest pubs in the Peak District and another which offers home brewed Ashover ales. The county town of Matlock, a former spa town, offers a host of fine eating places, good shops and an interesting museum, whilst at the heart of the town, Hall Leys Park provides a lovely setting for a host of recreational activities such as bowls, tennis and boating.
Enjoy a thrilling day at Gulliver’s Kingdom, with its owl maze, water gardens, nature trails, exhilarating rides and cable car trips over the magnificent Matlock Gorge. Follow the High Peak Cycle Trail, explore the lovely market town of Bakewell, famous for the Bakewell pudding or visit the elegant Chatsworth House and Hardwick Hall where it all started for the Cavendish family. There is certainly plenty to see and do at this wonderful location.£114From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Dornoch, ScotlandOsprey Lodge is situated in an elevated position, deep in the Sutherland hills, tucked away down a private track, and enjoying unbelievable views across the surrounding hills and open countryside. This superb, detached solid wood lodge enjoys total peace and privacy, set in 50 hectares of croft land. The accommodation is presented to a very good standard throughout. The delightful open plan living space features a welcoming wood burner in the living area, as well as patio doors that open onto the raised decking, with a private hot tub and sitting-out area. There are two beautifully presented kingsize bedrooms with colour coordinated soft furnishings allowing for a good nights’ sleep. This property is very accessible for wheelchair users, with a level entrance and modern bathroom with a claw-footed bath and accessible wet room walk-in shower.
Situated on a working farm where the friendly cattle and sheep roam freely, this is a haven for wildlife and you may also stumble upon osprey, deer, pine martin, red kites, golden eagles and curlews. Whilst completely private, it is just over 1 mile to the pretty stone village of Rogart which is home to a thriving village pub that serves meals, as well as a shop, post office and railway station. It is ideally located for exploring the whole of the Highlands, with many places of interest within a short drive. Dunrobin Castle, seat of the Duke of Sutherland, with its gardens modelled on Versailles is well worth a visit. Or experience salmon leaping up the famous Falls of Shin, and mountain biking, hill walking, fishing, and various water sports are all available locally. The historic seaside town of Dornoch is just 15 minutes’ drive away, where you can visit the sandy beach and the renowned championship golf course, as well as the 12th-century cathedral that dominates the central square. Beach 17¾ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.£216From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Blackpool, EnglandThis stunning semi-detached barn conversion provides spacious and luxurious accommodation. Located in the quiet rural village of Stalmine, the property is ideally placed for exploring Lancashire, the Fylde Coast and beyond. Thoughtfully designed both inside and out, the barn offers luxury comforts including a beautiful and well-equipped kitchen, contemporary bathrooms, attractive comfortable bedrooms, Wi-Fi, and a wood burner which is perfect for those winter evenings.
Outside is equally impressive with a decked patio area that enjoys far reaching countryside views. The patio provides a wonderful space for hosting a barbecue, whilst the children can play games on the large lawned garden. The property boasts a private hot tub which can be enjoyed all year round, and should the great British weather take a turn for the worse, you can retreat to your ‘Cave’. This has been built by the owner as an indulgent folly and is weatherproof and with a means of heating.
Stalmine is located approximately 5 miles from the small market town of Poulton-le-Fylde which has a good selection of shops, bars, and cafés. Other places that are worth a visit along the Fylde coast include Thornton Cleveleys with its old-fashioned charm and promenade, 7 miles, Fleetwood with its Freeport Outlet Shopping Village, 10 miles, and of course Blackpool, 9 miles, whose many attractions include The Tower, Blackpool Zoo, Pleasure Beach, Sea Life Centre, and Madame Tussauds.
Apart from being accessible for the coast, Carr End Barn A is also well-placed for exploring rural Lancashire. Ribble Valley with its pretty villages is within an hour’s drive, and it’s an excellent choice for walks and country pubs. The Forest of Bowland, which is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, can also be reached within an hour’s drive. The Lake District and Yorkshire Dales are also very accessible by road and can be reached in an hour. The city of Lancaster is just 13 miles away and Preston is 19 miles. Beach 9¾ miles. Shop and pub ½ mile, and restaurant 3 miles. This property can be booked together with ref. LR8 to accommodate up to 18 guests.£234From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Preseli Hills, WalesImmerse yourself in the magnificence of this stunning former farmhouse of Fountain Hill Farm which is set on its own in the ‘picture-postcard’ Pembrokeshire countryside. It has fabulous views of the Preseli Hills, while a tributary of the River Nevern meanders at the bottom of the orchard. This grand farmhouse is teeming with character and offers a very high level of comfort throughout, with solid oak floors, beams and an original inglenook fireplace, which really do complement this property. A natural stone porch opens into a large reception area which features a wood burner set in a Welsh stone inglenook fireplace with a slate hearth, and oak stairs to the first floor. A dining room adds to the character and charm, with exposed stonework and a bespoke dining table. Here you can enjoy formal dining with family and friends, or maybe enjoy a barbecue al fresco on the patio, where there are uninterrupted views over the beautiful Preseli Hills, or just relax in your private hot tub. In the evening, you can retire to one of the two living rooms complete with a cosy wood burner - this property really does offer everything for that perfect getaway. The large master suite offers fantastic views, with even your very own observatory making the most of the magnificent views here at Fountain Hill.
Positioned at the foothills of the Preseli Hills, it lies close to the quaint hamlet of Eglwyswrw, and is conveniently on the doorstep of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, which offers fantastic walks through the hills and on the coastal paths, as well as horse riding, fishing on the Rivers Teifi and Nevern, and even sea fishing and wildlife spotting. There is also golf within 8 miles, as well as kayaking nearby. The historic market town of Cardigan is only a 15-minute drive away, and nearby are a host of beautiful beaches such as Poppit and Newport Sands or Cwm-Yr-Eglwys and Pwllgwaelod. This rugged and sublime Pembrokeshire coastline really is worth a visit. The historic market town of Cardigan has a bustling high street featuring the famous Cardigan Castle, many antique and craft shops, together with an abundance of restaurants and cafés. Travelling south, you can discover the famous walled town of Tenby with its award-winning beach, or take a trip to Caldey Island or Oakwood (Wales’ largest theme park) or the award-winning Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo, all of which will make the perfect day out. Beach 9 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 3½ miles.£289From price per night based on 7 night stay