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2691 Log Cabins with a nearby beach in the UK

The UK has a huge number of beaches, but for most of us a day on the beach involves a long drive with lots of traffic if the sun is shining. So how nice would it be to stay in a log cabin where the beach is on your doorstep, or at least just over that hill? Log cabins usually have a nice verandah where you can leave out the windbreak, body boards or wetsuits, or just the buckets and spades. After all the kids will want to use them all again tomorrow! The log cabins below have beaches close by.

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Woodhill Beach House 14

Portishead, Somerset, South West of England

Woodhill Beach House From £8601 Availability

Woodhill Beach House is fabulously nestled on the banks of the River Severn estuary and as a result makes the perfect base for those wishing to escape reality, relax and unwind in style. Due to its much desired location it boasts uninterrupted panoramic views of the estuary, perfect for wildlife lovers! The property has been fashioned in form of a French inspired chic beach house and comes complete with all the necessary modern amenities for a more than comfortably stay.

As you enter the house you will instantly notice the lift, this allows easy access to the basement level and first floor. This is a really fantastic addition, particularly for those who have mobility issues or problems with staircases. The first floor is incredibly spacious and is comprised of an open plan dining area and fully equipped kitchen. The living room is the perfect spot to curl up in one of the comfy arm chairs with a good book while enjoying lookng out over the tranquil surroundings and river. The lovely dining room, bright and light due to the beautiful skylight it makes a lovely room for the family to gather together and enjoy a nice meal.

On the first floor two bedrooms can be found. Guests are bound to be arguing over who gets to stay in the wonderful master en-suite bedroom, complete with king-sized bed. Fabulous views of the Estuary and horizon can be enjoyed from the many windows and french doors and even from the comfort of the luxurious bathtub! The second en-suite double bedroom on this level boasts equally impressive views. 

Three bedrooms are situated in the upper floor. Two of the double bedrooms are larger in size with access to private washrooms. The smaller of the double bedrooms has nautical themed porthole windows and an en-suite bathroom. Heading back downstairs to the basement, you will find the snug area, perfect for a cosy movie night. On this floor, a further en-suite double bedroom can also be found. Adjoined to this bedroom is a small living space, with a working fireplace, with further access to the garden.

The town of Portishead is just off the coast of the Severn Estuary, Somerset. Due to its proximity and its tributary, Portishead has a rich history as a port and docking yard. There are still exquisite examples of Town’s fine history of Victorian Gothic architecture and plenty of popular trails for keen hikers to explore. Being surrounded by the stunning countryside of Somerset, holiday makers love to visit the likes of Gordano Valley Nature Reserve, Battery Point and The Clevedon Coast Path; where Wales is visible on clear days.

For those looking to make more of the localised attractions, Portishead Marina’s recent re-development means it has a host of bars, cafes and restaurants. When holidaying in Portishead, try to time your stay with the Portishead Carnival, Flower Show or Raft Race which are all a celebration of the local heritage. The house is an ideal base to explore the delights of Somerset. Visit enchanting stately homes such as Stourhead, Iford Manor and Bowood House and Gardens. Discover the charming and quaint English villages of Castle Combe, Frome, and Braford apon Avon. Not to mention the fabulous selection of delicious pubs and resturant to try including The Ethicurean at Barley Wood walled garden, Roth bar and grill at Hauser and Wirth or the Talbot Inn in Mells.

Colleton Hall and East Wing 18

Tiverton, Devon, South West of England

Colleton Hall and East Wing From £6544 Availability

Welcome to the stunning grade II listed Colleton Hall and East Wing. It holds a truly marvellous location, nestled within thirty-eight acres of private woodland and parkland, it offers those fortunate enough to stay the perfect country escape where they can enjoy total tranquillity. Its unspoilt location, set between Exmoor to the north and Dartmoor to the south, makes Colleton the perfect choice for those wishing to really explore Devon and all that it has to offer. While you will be staying in an area boasting rolling countryside, moorlands and valleys, the rugged north Devon coastline with its gorgeous beaches, is just a short car journey away. The home boasts a rich and fascinating history and while it is believed to date back to Elizabethan times, Sir James Roupell Colleton purchased the Hall in 1833 and spent several years upgrading the house enhancing the existing Georgian features; today’s style and architecture reflect this. In recent years, Colleton Hall has been completely refurbished by the present owners, revealing original features and now seamlessly blends its original character and charm with modern interiors and updated furnishings. Colleton Hall can comfortably accommodate up to twelve guests across six, well- appointed bedrooms. On the ground floor is the main living accommodation, the four grand reception rooms including a grand gothic reception hall are all south facing, overlooking the impressive grounds with doors leading onto the terraces. The large, family kitchen boasts all the tools a budding chef could possibly need! Upstairs on the first floor are the six bedrooms, three king-size doubles, two double rooms and a children’s bunk bed room, each with en-suite bathroom or shower room.  There are terraces from the West Wing bedroom and also the master en-suite overlooking the lake and parkland in the distance. Large groups can be comfortably accommodated in the additional East Wing, taking the total number of guests up to 18. The stylish East Wing is a separate annex with a private entrance hall, living room, kitchen and 3 well-appointed bedrooms. Making it ideal for young families or older members of the party who require additional privacy. This makes Colleton Hall and East Wing the perfect accommodation for big friends and or family groups celebrations, with pleanty of space and great value for money.

The real wow factor can be found outside, the grounds are south facing which allows guests to enjoy wonderful countryside views. The expansive grounds offer the opportunity for long walks through the totally private woodland alongside the stream which flows to the Little Dart River. The children are bound to enjoy wildlife spotting with the opportunity to see a range of diverse wildlife (including red deer) and birdlife!  Metro Newspaper UK

The near-by villages of Nomansland, Rackenford and Witheridge together offer helpful amenities including excellent pubs, post offices, village stores and restaurants. The Michelin award-winning restaurant The Mason Arms is just a 10-minute car journey away in Knowestone, while The Stagg Inn, said to be the oldest pub in Devon, is just over a mile away in Rackenford. The old market town of Tiverton is 15 minutes away, set on the banks of River Exe, it boasts its very own Castle,canal walk and a wider range of fantastic amenities with a large variety of shops, supermarkets and restaurants. South Molton and Barnstaple offer weekly pannier markets with a wide range of local produce.

There is plenty to see, do and explore in the surrounding area, Exmoor National Park is just 20-minutes from Colleton Hall, while buzzing Exeter is half an hour away, enjoy a fun-filled day spent in the ancient city after a scenic car journey through the Exe Valley. For the beach bums and keen surfers, there is easy access to the popular beaches of Saunton Sands, Woolacombe and Lynton, all less than an hour away.

There is easy road access to Colleton Hall for those coming from all directions, situated just 20 minutes from Junction 27 of the M5 and 5 minutes from the A361. For those travelling by train, Tiverton Parkway station is just twenty minutes away, from here it is possible to reach London Paddington in just two hours. For those arriving by air, Exeter Airport is just 35 minutes away, Bristol Airport is reachable in 1 hour and 15 minutes. The local activities include golf, horse-riding, fishing, walking and many Exmoor adventures are all close by. This Manor and its secluded grounds and woods represent the ultimate country estate escape: spring fed lake for dark water swimming, paddle boards, rowing boat and canoe and wildlife, including Devon's famous red deer wandering through the grounds.

Dyfi House 16

Machynlleth, Glamorgan, Wales

Dyfi House From £2697 Availability

Nestled on the outskirts of Snowdonia yet just a short walk from the village pub, Dyfi House is the sublime rural retreat you need to reset and unwind!

The home consists of two stunning detached, fully-equipped properties alongside one another, tucked in a magnificently rural area with simply superb countryside views - and even a private hot tub! In these wondrous kitchens you’ll find all the mod cons you could possibly need to rustle up a treat for the whole group, including slow cookers so you can head out for the day and come back to a delicious hot meal ready to go! There’s also of course cafetieres so you can enjoy a freshly-brewed coffee each morning as you gaze out over the Dyfi Valley. There’s a large dining room in each property, but for truly unforgettable meal times, gather the entire group around this enormous 16-person, oak dining table in the larger home, with magnificent views through the bay window, for mealtimes all together. There’s also a living room in each home, too, boasting cosy wood burners and big sofas, as well as a library for kids and adults alike, brimming with local maps. And finally, you’ll even find a play area on the landing, with children's toys to keep them entertained on cosy nights in.

Across the two homes you’ll find six double bedrooms, including four king-size beds and two doubles, all incredibly spacious, bright and airy, with gentle seaside tones throughout! Each offers a wall-mounted TV and perfect, picturesque window seats! And in the three accompanying en-suite bathrooms you’ll find locally made Welsh soap provided, too. Up on the top floor of each home there are attic spaces laid out as twin bedrooms, but these can be linked to make king-size beds upon request if that’s more suitable to your group! There are three en-suite bathrooms across the rooms, plus two family bathrooms, with a modern spa bath in one and freestanding bath in the other - promising a delightful soak when the feeling takes you!

And finally, the jewel in the crown of this stunning home is undoubtedly its location and the magical garden nestled within it. The hot tub, with room for six, is a clear standout, offering a truly unforgettable spot to relax, chat or enjoy a tipple, all with gorgeous views! Meanwhile there’s alfresco dining up on your beautiful, elevated, decking area, from where you can keep an eye on the youngsters playing in this wonderfully enclosed garden below. Fire up the luxury gas barbecue for a day of sunshine and delicious food in this most magnificent setting!

Sandwiched directly between the Snowdonia National Park and the Brecon Beacons, Dyfi House couldn’t be better placed for enjoying the scenery, tranquillity and of course adventures on offer across the beautiful Welsh landscape!

Promising all the charm of a rural retreat, you’re still just a short walk from the fabulous village pub, the ‘Black Lion Inn’! And you’ll find tons of cafes, independent shops and a quaint village centre in the nearby market town of Machynlleth, known as the ancient capital of Wales.

Whether you’re into hill-walking, hiking, canoeing, mountain biking, kayaking or climbing, you’ll find it all just a stone’s throw away, with the spectacular Brecon Beacons National Park and Snowdonia National Park right on your doorstep. And you’re not even that far from the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. The rather more adventurous among you might even try surfing, hang-gliding or even a go on the only four-person zip line in Europe! One thing’s for sure, you’re bound to find your perfect spot amid the extraordinary natural landscapes of Wales’ most treasured parks.

With water to the north, south and east, Wales has rather more than its fair share of dramatic coastline, making for not only incredible scenery but also a superb beach-holiday destination! The Wales Coast Path traces the country's entire length, taking in perfect sandcastle-beaches and striking mountain passes weaving through the wilderness. The immense geological diversity can be enjoyed along the extensive network of paths, while for some jaw-dropping architectural beauty, Caernarfon Castle and Caerphilly Castle are just two of the many sublime castles.

Dunwich Cottage 6

Dunwich, Suffolk, East of England

Dunwich Cottage From £1257 Availability

Nestled just a short walk from the enchanting Suffolk coastline, Dunwich Cottage is a traditional cottage which offers six guests a perfectly charming home-from-home!

Inside, each stunning detail exudes a timeless elegance. This beautiful living area offers two large sofas for a little relaxation, as well as superb French doors framing the rooms on either side, both leading out onto your gorgeous garden. There’s even a second lounge, with an open fireplace, for even cosier moments of calm, so you can socialise or simply curl up in front of the TV or with a good book and be guaranteed comfort. The kitchen, meanwhile, is a delightfully modern space, with plenty of room and all the latest mod cons to make preparing whatever culinary delights you have in mind simply a breeze! And down the hallway is your majestic dining area, with high vaulted ceilings and luxurious seating – plus superb views over the garden!

Upstairs, in the master bedroom you’ll find a luxurious king-size bed set in a cosy space with the same soft whites and creams as the rest of the home, and a fabulous en-suite bathroom with a super walk-in shower. There’s a second enchanting double room with an opulent bed frame and magnificent beams across the ceiling, and finally there’s a twin bedroom. The final two bedrooms share a second full bathroom with a large bathtub with a shower over.

Head out to your wondrous garden where fabulous furniture offers the chance to dine alfresco in the sunshine, and even fire up the barbecue! There’s also a casual seating area for a quiet coffee in the sea air. The beautiful Dunwich beach which stretches for miles into the distance is just a stone’s throw from the house, so you can tuck into a breakfast outdoors before strolling down to the sea!

Tucked in the Suffolk Coasts and Heaths Area of Natural Beauty, Dunwich Cottage is ideally placed to enjoy the peaceful, rural countryside of this picturesque county.

Just step out your front door and soak up these unrivalled views across the stunning landscape - meanwhile the dazzling sea is just seconds from the house, ensuring you needn’t worry about planning, directions or driving to enjoy the best bits of this charming county! Some of the finest fish and chips around are in Dunwich, too, so you can relish in the Britishness of fish and chips on the beach!

A 20 minute drive to the north will bring you to Southwold - truly the most quintessentially English seaside town, with a picturesque sandy beach, a promenade lined with beach huts and an unmissable Pier! On a quiet day, head inside this old-fashioned arcade, teeming with bizarre amusements from times gone by for a burst of nostalgia and fun for all ages! Meanwhile, if you fancy a tipple, or even just a fascinating few hours, visit the Adnams Brewery, winner of The Good Pub Guide 2011’s ‘Brewery of the Year’, where brewery tours are on offer throughout the year and you can try some of the huge variety of Adnams beers on offer.

Meanwhile, just 25 minutes to the south, the dazzling town of Aldeburgh, with its highly distinctive architecture, colourful boats and fresh-fish shacks stretching along the beach, is as unique as it is charming. World-renowned for its connection with Benjamin Britten, born in nearby Lowestoft but who spent the last 30 or so years of his life living here, Aldeburgh is believed to have inspired many of the works by the prolific composer.

St Mawgan Cottage 6

St Mawgan, Cornwall, South West of England

St Mawgan Cottage From £1112 Availability

The very pretty St Mawgan Cottage is a delightful four bedroom retreat with beautiful gardens, just a short stroll from St Mawgan’s village pub and shop.The quintessential Cornish village of St Mawgan boasts a gorgeous village green, a warm and welcoming award-winning pub and a tardis of a village shop. The village is characterful and very friendly. The cottage is just two miles from Mawgan Porth Beach.

It is very easy to relax at St Mawgan Cottage. The secluded gardens are stunning with a variety of sunny spots for your morning coffee, alfresco dining or a pre-dinner drink. Children will love the garden for games and you will definitely feel away from it all in your very own garden of Eden. The cottage is built in gorgeous traditional Cornish stone and has been renovated to a very high standard.

The living room is bright and airy with light flooding in from both windows. Deep comfortable sofas surround the cosy wood-burning stove. It is a great place to relax with the Sunday newspapers and a cup of tea or to watch some television. The kitchen diner is modern and smart with cool grey cabinetry, polished wooden countertops and stainless steel appliances. Guests can keep the chef company at the pine dining table. This is a very sociable space with a lovely brick fireplace and woodburner adding to the warm and inviting ambience. With windows at both ends of the room, the light is wonderful and the garden views are a delight.

The bedrooms are equally bright and beautiful with stunning garden views. There are four bedrooms, one master with a double bed, one pretty twin bedroom and two singles. All of the bedrooms are spacious and decorated with calm, neutral palettes. The country style furniture and accessories are delightful. The bedrooms share two immaculate bathrooms, one with a bath upstairs and a modern shower room downstairs.

Outside you will find the sun-drenched patio, ready for alfresco dining using the cottage barbecue or you may choose to relax in the orchard or dine by the glorious wisteria. This is a fabulous garden on different levels and with mature trees and shrubs making it all the more interesting. You will definitely be admiring the lush green lawns, the pastel hydrangeas, the orchard and the mature colourful wisteria if you happen to be there when it is blooming. It really is a place to rest and appreciate the tranquility and seclusion that St Mawgan Cottage offers.  

If you can drag yourselves away from this enchanting cottage and garden, a Cornish paradise, the scenic Vale of Lanherne landscapes and the renowned Cornish surf awaits. 

The charming village of St Mawgan is situated four miles north of Newquay and 2 miles east of Mawgan Porth Beach. The St Mawgan Church is very pretty and thirteenth century. Nestled in the wooded Lanherne Valley, the River Menalhyl runs through the village. The village pub serves delicious food and is very handy as you can walk there from the cottage. The Japanese Garden combines the beauty of nature with artistic refinement using shaping and styling of plants and natural elements. It is stunning and very tranquil.

For an incredible, one-off, experience you can take a personal flight experience from Newquay Cornwall Airport which is very close to the cottage. Flyngy Pilot Training gives you the opportunity to see Cornwall from a different perspective. You will enjoy its unique coastlines, cliffs and beaches as well as its rural villages and towns. Depending on the duration of your flight, you could see Newquay, St Ives, Boscastle, Falmouth, Truro, Bodmin, Padstow, St Austell and even the Eden Project. When you are not taking photos, your pilot will hand you the controls of your two seater Cessna 152, three seater Robin DR400 or four seater Piper PA28. Of course you will have a full flight briefing. What an experience!

Mawgan Porth has a lovely sandy beach in a cove with a little stream running though which is great for the little ones. At low tide you can walk out to see the cliffs and rocks and enjoy all that fresh sea air. There are a number of cosy cafes and pubs across the road to enjoy as well as a wonderful art gallery.

If you have had enough of chilling in the garden or on Mawgan Porth Beach, you may want to head to the buzzy seaside resort of Newquay. It has been voted ‘One of the Nation’s Favourite Seaside Towns’ in the prestigious Which Holiday Survey and won Gold for ‘Best Seaside Towns for Families 2019’ by Days Out with the Kids. The beaches and surf are renowned and the tourist entertainment is phenomenal. It is home to some of the world’s best watersports competitions with the Boardmasters Festival and surfing championships held in the resort. There are some wonderful spas in Newquay for relaxation, not to mention the fantastic restaurants to choose from. Children will be happy with Newquay Zoo, Lappa Valley, Pirate’s Quest, Oasis Fun Pools and the Cornwall Aviation Heritage Centre amongst plenty of other attractions.

Not far from St Mawgan Cottage you can discover the delights of the very popular Padstow. Padstow is a charming working fishing port surrounded by glorious sandy beaches at the head of the Camel River. It is very much a foodie destination with Rick Stein’s Seafood Restaurant a popular choice. It is the start and end of the Camel Cycle Trail and a good base for watersports. Across the water is the wonderful town of Rock.

Southwold Beach House 14

Southwold, Suffolk, East of England

Southwold Beach House From £3536 Availability

Are you looking for a special holiday home in the fashionable and popular Southwold? How about if we tell you that this amazing one is right on the seafront with stunning views of the beach and the iconic Southwold Pier? What if we tell you that this property has just been refurbished to an incredible luxurious standard? What if we tell you that its spacious dining room can fit all fourteen of you for dinner and all fourteen of you will sleep like kings in the sumptuous luxury beds? Maybe Southwold Beach House is just the one for you?

Southwold Beach House is a stunning six bedroom property offering supremely comfortable and stylish living. With high quality furnishings throughout, beautiful interior design, a fantastic kitchen and five immaculate contemporary bathrooms, it certainly carries a real air of luxury. Many of the rooms boast exceptional panoramic sea and pier views and there is even a table for fourteen on the front terrace where you can open a bottle of fizz and watch the sun go down!

The lavish kitchen is a chef’s dream. With shaker style cabinets, a gorgeous colour palette and top-of-the-range appliances, you can cook up a storm here. Not only that, it is incredibly spacious and offers a breakfast table so that the chefs can have company while they prepare dinner, or you can feed your young ones early before they retire to their wonderful bunk room. The open plan living and dining room is a wonderful sociable space too with separate lounging and dining zones. The living room is brimming with plush cool grey sofas and boasts a welcoming wood-burning stove. The neutral palette walls are decorated throughout with wonderful paintings of beach scenes and fabulous mirrors. The dining area comfortably seats your whole party, unlike some holiday getaways, and boasts an attractive fireplace. The brightly coloured dining chairs are great fun and beautiful. At the back of the house you will find a wonderful, glamorous snug with stylish leather seats. It is lovely and the perfect place to sneak off to with the Sunday newspapers or for children wanting to play. It has access to the small private courtyard garden.

The first floor is home to four of the six spectacular bedrooms. The master bedroom suite is very special with a super king bed, impressive views over Southwold Beach, a luxury en-suite bathroom and even a sofa, perfectly positioned to admire the beach and pier. Each bedroom is beautifully decorated. The twin bedroom offers a pretty feature fireplace and an en-suite bathroom. There is another bedroom with a king-size bed and a bunk room for four with quad bunk beds. How much fun is there going to be had in that room! There is an additional outstanding family bathroom.

The remaining two luxury bedrooms are situated on the second floor. Both offer pristine en-suite bathrooms. The front bedroom enjoys those fabulous sea views. There are some flexible bed arrangements as the house boasts two sets of zip and link beds so they can either be set up as large king-size beds or singles.

Southwold Beach House occupies one of the best, most prestigious positions in Southwold. It is right across the road from the beach with wonderful views of the pier. There are few seaside towns quite so quintessentially British as Southwold. It is little wonder that it is so popular! Pretty pastel painted beach huts line the promenade and the sandy beach is vast. The iconic pier was refurbished and blends in perfectly. It is lined with shops, eateries and amusements.  Southwold lies between the pretty resort of Aldeburgh and the busy town of Lowestoft on the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Southwold is almost an island, being bounded by the North Sea to the East, by the River Blyth and Southwold Harbour to the South West and by Buss Creek to the North. There is only one road in and out of the town which adds to its magic. Southwold is home to the famous Adnams Brewery with its brewing rooms set just behind the High Street, adjacent to the town’s iconic lighthouse. Adnams offer brewery tours throughout the year and you can sample the tasty pints everywhere. The Coastal Voyage is one of the most popular trips. At high speed, your boat is put through formidable paces in a 30 minute tour where you will see marsh harriers, herons, gulls and possibly osprey.

There are some wonderful walks that you can take straight from Southwold Beach House. You can cross the River Blyth to Walberswick, exploring the trackbed of the old Southwold Railway and returning on the little ferry if you want a change for the return. Over a thousand acres of heath and marshland around Walberswick are protected as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Walberswick offers tea rooms, restaurants, two pubs, an art gallery, village shops and some charming craft and gift shops. Fresh fish can be bought from the harbour huts and crabbing is very popular for children by the harbour. Walberswick used to host the annual British Open Crabbing Championship, raising funds for good causes.

Aldeburgh is enchanting. It’s famous resident, Benjamin Britten, the founder of the June Aldeburgh Festival, is celebrated throughout the town. There is a wonderful sculpture on the beach. Aldeburgh is very pretty with pastel coloured 19th century homes lining the promenade, a wonderful pebble beach and fisherman’s huts selling the local daily catch.

If you are on holiday between July and September, you may want to visit the Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach. It is quietly tucked away, offering tranquility and a true sense of being at one with nature. The heath is alive with colour during the summer months, a patchwork of pink and purple heather and coconut scented yellow gorse. It is a rare and precious habitat for dartford warblers, nightjars, woodlarks, adders and much more.

Cardigan Cottage 9

Snowdonia & The Lleyn Peninsula, Gwynedd, Wales

Cardigan Cottage From £1667 Availability

Offering simply breath-taking views across Snowdonia and oozing luxury and sophistication, Cardigan Cottage is an extraordinary home for up to nine very lucky guests!

The cosy living spaces of the home are wonderfully open-plan, putting the lovely lounge within conversation’s distance of the dining area and kitchen. The lounge has glimmering oak flooring and a fabulous L-shaped sofa set beside a fireplace and a designer driftwood coffee table. The enormous kitchen is a paragon of style and elegance, with soothing pale blue tones set against granite countertops.

A large island doubles as a breakfast bar, and the double oven and huge fridge/freezer will guarantee all the space you need for cooking up a treat! Alongside this, there is a fabulous dining area, and just through the huge French doors which flood the room with natural light, there is an alfresco dining area! Making it just as easy to eat indoors as out!

There are four spectacular bedrooms, each unique in its design but all as sophisticated and charming as the next and with the same neutral and blue colour palette as the shared spaces! The first exquisite room features a magnificent double bed set beside the vast French doors leading into the wonderous garden. This is the perfect room for those who like to get up and go!

The second double room, on the first floor, has an even more stylish double bed, as well as a fabulous seating area. Then there is a twin room with impressive beds and a matching leather sofa in deep brown tones, and finally a bunk room for the children. The master suite enjoys an ensuite while the other rooms share two family bathrooms. All three are utterly magnificent, including full floor and wall-tiling of incredible taste, vast sinks and glamorous mirrors, walk-in rain-showers and one enormous bathtub!

And finally, the jewel in the crown of this exquisite home is its vast garden! On the terrace, you can enjoy a glass infinity balcony, with sun-loungers, casual seating and a large lawn, while across the whole garden there is alfresco dining, a huge barbeque and plenty of private parking. The highlight has got to be the incredibly hot tub, in which you can soak, soothe and stare in wonder at the stunning panoramic views of the mountains and sea!

Within walking distance, you’ll find the quaint village of Abersoch where you can enjoy a tipple or a fine meal, while you’re just half an hour from Porthmadog, the gateway to Snowdonia National Park! The Lleyn Peninsula is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, an utterly wild haven for surfers and adventurers and brimming with culture and heritage!

In this region of Wales, you’ll find its first national park: the Snowdonia National Park. 823 square miles of towering mountains and shimmering lakes, it can be seen as far away as Porthmadog on the west coast! Snowdon itself is an icon of Wales, alongside 13 other majestic peaks over 3,000 feet high, ideal for climbing and hiking! But if you’re not as fit as you used to be, worry not – the chilly peak of Snowdon is even accessible by train, so you can enjoy the breath-taking views whatever your level!

Wales is a small, mountainous peninsula to the west of England with just over 3 million people (less than a third of London!), yet more than 400 castles and three expansive national parks! With over 15 million visitors a year, there’s got to be something special that brings visitors back time after time!

Could it be the breath-taking scenery? The dazzling gardens? The easy-going and welcoming folk? Or even the heritage railways that never cease to pique one’s interest?

Our personal favourites are the three national parks: the Brecon Beacons National Park, the Snowdonia National Park and the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Whether you’re into hill-walking, hiking, canoeing, mountain biking, kayaking or climbing, or the rather more adventurous surfing, hang-gliding or even a go on the only four-person zip line in Europe, you’ll find your perfect spot amid the extraordinary natural landscapes of Wales’ most treasured parks.

With water to the north, south and east, Wales has rather more than its fair share of dramatic coastline, making for not only incredible scenery but also a superb beach holiday destination! The Pembrokeshire Peninsula which looks out over the Irish Sea promises rugged and steep limestone cliffs best enjoyed from the Pembrokeshire Coast National Trail. Along the way, you will find enchanting villages, picturesque resort areas, idyllic fishing harbours, winding estuaries, and incredible, wide-open beaches

The Wales Coast Path traces the country's entire length, taking in perfect sandcastle-beaches and striking mountain passes weaving through the wilderness. The immense geological diversity can be enjoyed along with the extensive network of paths, while for some jaw-dropping architectural beauty, Caernarfon Castle and Caerphilly Castle are just two of the many sublime castles. While the utterly cosmopolitan Cardiff is brimming with splendid castles, arcades, and historical buildings, making it the perfect base for exploring the rest of the country!

Only two hours from London, getting into Wales is easy! Cardiff Airport, or one of the London airports when visiting South Wales. Other cities served by international airports in England which offer reasonable access to parts of Wales include Bristol (for south Wales), Birmingham (for mid-Wales), Liverpool and Manchester (for north Wales). Along the coastlines the roads are excellent, and there is an extensive train service throughout the country.

Gardener's Cottage 6

Belsay, Northumberland, North of England

Gardener's Cottage From £950 Availability

Gardener’s Cottage holds an excellent position within the Belsay Tower Estate, set within tranquil surroundings and beautifully-kept gardens, it makes the perfect bolthole for those in search of a truly relaxing break. While guests will feel a million miles away from any hustle and bustle, there are a huge variety of excellent attractions and amenities within easy reaching distance, including the wonderful Northumberland coastline and the lively city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

The Grade-I listed courtyard cottage, which was originally built for the Head Gardener, can comfortably accommodate up to six guests across its three well-appointed bedrooms. On the ground floor is the main living accommodation which comprises of a cosy sitting room and a spacious kitchen-diner, fully-equipped with all the tools you could possibly need. Also on this level is the first of the bedrooms, a double. Upstairs, there is a second double room, while the third bedroom can be set up as either a double or twin room on request, making it ideal for friends or siblings to share. The bedrooms share the use of two family shower rooms and a separate cloakroom.

Outside, guests of Gardener’s Cottage have access to an outdoor barbecue area, perfect during the Summer months!

Gardener's Cottage is located within Belsay Tower Estate, nestled amongst Northumberland countryside, close to the villages of Bolam and Belsay, where helpful amenities including a post office and coffee shop can be found. There is plenty to see, do and explore within the immediate area including Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens, owned by English Heritage and Wallington House, owned by the National Trust, both make for lovely days out and are less than 15-minutes away. The whole family will enjoy a visit to Kirkley Hall Zoological Gardens, home to over one hundred species of animals including lemurs, meerkats, wallabies and monkeys and just 15-minutes from home.

The cottage makes a fabulous choice for those simply wanting to enjoy the great outdoors, being surrounded by countryside, there is plenty of brilliant walking opportunities as well as cycling routes and bridleways. Bolam Lake Country Park has lakeside walks, woodland tracks, open grassed areas for all to enjoy making it perfect for picnics and is just 5-minutes away.

Further afield, Alnwick Castle is just 50-minutes away and is a must-visit for any Harry Potter fans while the iconic Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman's biggest British building project that still dominates the county's landscape almost 2,000 years after it was built, is just an hour away. For beach bums, Northumberland’s coastline is truly stunning, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it stretches for 40 miles and is a must-visit, Bamburgh Castle, Druridge Bay, Holy Island and the Farne Islands are all spots we recommend exploring. The coastline can be reached in less than 40-minutes from the cottage.

For those who prefer a little more hustle and bustle, the vibrant city of Newcastle is less than a 30-minute car journey away from the house, here visitors will enjoy excellent shopping and fantastic bars and restaurants. Newcastle Airport is just 20-minutes away, making Gardener's Cottage an accessible base, ideal for a reunion of friends or family.

Saundersfoot Beach House 8

Pembrokeshire, Pembrokeshire, Wales

Saundersfoot Beach House From £1875 Availability

Saundersfoot Beach House is exactly what it says on the tin! This a house right on the Saundersfoot Beach! You can relax listening to the waves, watch the tide ebb and flow, watch the sunrise, watch it set and watch the moon sparkling over the waves. You can probably even smell the salt in the air! It is an absolutely stunning location, and this fabulous house makes the very most of it.
 
With five bedrooms, Saundersfoot Beach House sleeps eight guests. The rooms are very spacious and feature giant picture windows so that you are absolutely captivated at all times by the beach vistas. The living spaces are huge, with unusual arched and brick features. The living room boasts an enormous L-shaped sofa and an enormous television to match, all strategically placed so that you can enjoy the views. There is a feature fireplace and a pine-clad ceiling throughout. Similarly, the dining table enjoys fabulous beach vistas. The kitchen is also huge with a variety of top-of-the-range utilities. There is no excuse not to cook up a feast in this kitchen! The open plan kitchen diner makes for a very sociable space, so it is easy to chat with your chef and keep them company.
 
One of the attractive double bedrooms is downstairs with a bathroom, and there are four bedrooms upstairs. The bedrooms are incredibly spacious. The vast master offers a whole wall of glass, a dazzling ensuite bathroom and a small balcony. There is a further family bathroom with a bath and a shower. All of the pristine bathrooms are contemporary in design.
 
Outside, guests enjoy a wonderful patio garden with deluxe lounge furniture where you can sit, enjoy and listen. It really is the perfect spot for an early morning cup of coffee, watching the sun come up or a glass of wine watching it go down. There is a huge umbrella, should you need some shade. The patio enjoys direct access to the glorious sandy beach. You will feel as though it is all yours! Moments away is the delightful Saundersfoot village. With wonderful charm and character, it boasts cosy cafes, restaurants and pubs around the pretty harbour. If you wander through the tunnels by the beach, you will arrive at Wisemans Bridge, perfect for a lunch stop.

Saundersfoot is a charming, small seaside resort between Tenby and Amroth. With a character all of its own, it is very popular with families for its stunning Blue Flag beach, pretty harbour and its quaint cafes and restaurants. Saundersfoot was designated as a conservation area by the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park in 1995. The harbour was originally built to transport coal from mines in and around Stepaside. Nothing remains of the mines, but the old coal tramway route has created one of the most fascinating sections of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. If you walk from Saundersfoot harbour, you will meet The Barbecue which was once Bonville’s Court Colliery Office. Further along with The Stand, where Saundersfoot Beach House sits prettily, you come to Coppet Hall Beach which is reached through a tunnel. There are further tunnels and a walking path to Wiseman’s Bridge, a tiny seaside hamlet with a rocky beach before Amroth. Wiseman’s Bridge Beach was the stage for rehearsals of the D-Day landings during the Second World War. There is a wonderful waterside pub where you can enjoy a meal or a drink with superb sweeping views of Carmarthen Bay. The pub garden extends right down to the beach. If you carry on the old tramway, it will head inland through the woods to Stepaside where you can explore the old ironworks. This is a fantastic hiking and cycle path.
 
Tenby is a walled seaside town on the western side of Carmarthen Bay. It boasts 2 ½ miles of sandy beaches and is also on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. The 13th-century medieval town walls include the Five Arches Barbican Gatehouse. Tenby also has a museum, the 15th century St Mary’s Church, a wonderful art gallery and the National Trust’s Tudor Merchant’s House. At Tudor Merchant’s House, you can see how a medieval family would have lived. The town is adorable, teeming with attractive pubs and shops. In the harbour, the tiny St Julian’s Church is as charming as it is unique, built for 19th-century fishermen to say a prayer before heading out to sea. Tenby hosts an Arts Festival in September and a Beer Festival and Blues Festival in November.
 
You can hop across to St Catherine’s and Caldey Islands. The tidal island of St Catherine’s is home to the Victorian fort built to defend Tenby from an attack by Napoleon III. Caldey Island is owned by a community of Reformed Cistercian monks. Visitors enjoy the ancient priory and the famous Caldey chocolate, fudge and perfume. Boat trips run regularly from spring to late summer.

Wadebridge Cottage 2

Wadebridge, Cornwall, South West of England

Wadebridge Cottage From £783 Availability

Situated in the unspoilt Cornish Countryside in the beautiful town of Wadebridge, is the stylish and luxurious Wadebridge Cottage. This stunning white stone property located just a few short miles from the picturesque fishing harbour of Padstow is set over two floors and can accommodate up to two guests, making it the perfect romantic getaway.

A classic looking storybook cottage, Wadebridge Cottage perfectly blends contemporary interior style with playful country charm. The living room is spacious, featuring exposed beams and an inglenook fireplace, and is luxuriously decorated in white and soft neutral tones which gives the whole space an incredibly light and fresh feel. Natural wooden floors and accents of shell and pebble contrast perfectly with the sumptuous powder blue sofas, plush cushions, rugs and throws, creating the perfect space for a cosy night in front of the fire. The living area boasts a Smart TV and complimentary WiFi, as well as breathtaking countryside views.

Three small steps lead into the open-plan kitchen/diner, which is fully equipped with dishwasher, microwave, oven, electric hob, and fridge-freezer. Another beautifully spacious room, the kitchen/diner is decorated in the same natural palette as the living room, with touches of powder and cornflower blue. The large chunky dining table seats 4, and there is plenty of counter-top surface area for food preparation.

Upstairs to the first floor and the contemporary style continues into the bedroom. The white exposed beams of the slanted ceilings, stunning skylights, and natural wood walls are offset by the deep soft grey carpet and high-end linens on the super king sized bed. The floating style bedside furniture, and wall-mounted lighting give this room a thoroughly modern take on the country cottage aesthetic.

The bathroom features clean and modern décor with pale stone coloured tiles and a heated towel rail, and features a bath with overhead dual rainfall shower. French doors lead out into the private enclosed garden area, making life easy if you decide to dine al fresco. There is a lawn as well as a patio area, and also decking equipped with quality garden furniture and a bbq.

The former market town of Wadebridge boasts many independent cafes, bars, and shops and makes a great base for exploring many other areas of Cornwall. You are just a stones throw away from Polzeath – prized by locals as one of the best surfing beaches in the area – and perfect for rock pooling and enjoying picturesque coastal walks. The village of Rock is also just a short journey away, and from here you can catch the regular ferry service across the estuary to Padstow’s fishing harbour, which offers a plethora of galleries and eateries including Rick Stein’s famous Seafood Restaurant.

If you decide not to venture from Wadebridge itself you won’t be short of things to experience. This lively town has lots to offer including a cinema, pubs offering live music, and an eclectic mix of shops and businesses; the perfect location for lazy days of shopping and relaxing with a local beer and a Cornish pasty!

The town is located on the Camel Estuary, making it a prime location for water sports such as canoeing, water-skiing, and sailing. Wadebridge is also home to several events throughout the year including June’s beer festival, the Royal Cornwall Show, and the famous Wadebridge Folk Festival.

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