Welcome to Cottages to rent. We provide travel guides to some of the most picturesque locations in the richly varied countryside of the United Kingdom and Europe. From the sweeping uplands of Wiltshire to the Celtic mystery of Ireland, Western Europe offers a rich patchwork of natural beauty and historical attraction that offers genuine incentives for booking holiday cottages.
Our guides cover a large selection of holiday cottage destinations in France, Ireland, Scotland and Wales that we think are ideal for self catering accommodation rentals and cottage holidays. In addition to our travel guides, we feature a selection of holiday cottages that can be found throughout the site and contain accurate descriptions and photographs of the properties.
To help you research your cottage holiday, we have also created a summary of chief attractions and outdoor activities for each region listed on the site. This includes a list of shops, supermarkets and other amenities that will help support you during your self catering holiday, wherever you choose to spend it.
Our English section is browsable by the left menu while the region headers at the top of each page cover the UK, Ireland and France. There's also a large selection of photographs and images on the site. Depicting a number of regions around the UK and Europe, they illustrated the beauty and majesty of these destinations and are intended as a reminder of the differnt kinds of cottage holiday experiences available to the holiday-maker. Good look in your search for holiday cottages to rent.
Featured holiday cottages and self catering accommodation
Creighton Cottage - Cornwall cottage breaks with Cottages 4 You
This fisherman's holiday cottage is very close to the beach and near the seaside village of Port Issac, Cornwall. The ground floor consists of a lounge and dining room with beamed ceilings, a kitchen and 1 double bedroom. Stairs lead to a bathroom and bath on the first floor which has toilet and basin. There's also a patio area outside which includes furniture. This self catering property is available for short breaks and sleeps 2. Non smokers only. Visit the link above for more information.
Can Brow Cottage - Lake District self catering holidays from Cottages 4 You
Situated near Lake Windermere and town of Graithwaite, the single storey Can Brow holiday cottage has an indoor swimming pool, a games room and is set in four acres of woodland grounds. Inside, there's an open-plan living room, a dining area, fitted kitchen and a double bedroom with en-suite bathroom. Other features include woodburner stove and digital television. Its available for short break holidays throughout the year and pets are allowed. See the Cottages 4 You link for more information.
Ty Berllan Cottage - Holiday cottage breaks in Wales courtesy of Cottages 4 You
These cottages are located on the Gower Peninsula and are well-furnished throughout. The downstairs interior consists of an open-plan living room with dining area and kitchen. Upstairs is a double bedroom and en-suite bathroom with toilet and shower attachment. Other features include the shared use of a games room and garden area, free view TV and a DVD player. Shops are about a 1/2 mile away. The cottage accommodates 2 and can be rented all year around for short break holidays.
Top 5 Cottage Destinations
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Cornwall - The English Riviera proves very popular all year round with its temperate climate and distinctive coastline.
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Scotland - The breathtaking lochs and highlands of Scotland attract visitors from all over the world.
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Wales - With some of the best beaches in Europe, Wales is also a major holiday cottages destination.
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France - France's beautiful countryside is ideal for people searching for cottages to rent and short break holidays online.
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The Lake District - The Lake District is a highly-regarded holiday cottages location and boasts some magnificent scenery.
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