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Recommended Cottage Holidays (0870 071 8718, www.recommended-cottages.co.uk) Several hundred properties, including barn conversions on farms and village cottages. Strongest in Yorkshire, the Peak ...

Now that the spring sunshine has finally decided to show up, I’ve found my mind wandering straight to holiday mode. There’s ...

Tempted by the great weather we've been having to stay on home soil this summer? You're not alone. Due to the heatwave, bookings for overseas trips have slowed right down, with many families deciding ...

If you are planning on renting a cottage this summer in the most popular parts of Britain (such as the West Country or the Lake District), you should book as soon as possible. Many of the nicest ...

There’s unparalleled freedom in a UK self-catering cottage holiday. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, outdoorsy break, family reunion or beach holiday, you can customise your self-catering ...

There's nothing quite like a romantic minibreak for quality time with your other half - and the best part is, you don't need to venture far as the UK has heaps of brilliant offerings. We're talking ...

Looking for a cottage with a coastal view and easy access to the seashore? These websites have just the place Most big holiday cottage companies have a selection of coastal properties, but there are ...

Planning a holiday already involves a fair bit of admin - but when you've got a baby, trying to find somewhere with the right facilities can be an extra challenge. (Even more so if you've also got ...

If continued airport chaos and a resurgence of Covid cases is putting you off travelling abroad this summer, it’s not too late to opt for a UK break instead. Thousands of holiday homes are still up ...

With a name like that, it’s hard to resist the lure of Plum Pudding Cottage. If you’re looking for a romantic retreat, this one-bedroom listed hideaway in the small village of Dargate will do nicely.

Sorry to mention it just as the long, hot summer draws to a close, but unless you hurry it will be too late to bag a festive cottage. Here are our choices for romance, partying, winter walks and great ...