Log Cabins to RentOwning a hot tub at home costs money and effort. Having a hot tub on holiday is an effortless treat. When it comes to pampering yourself, there are few things in life more indulgent than soaking in hot water full of bubbles, quite possibly with a glass of wine by your side watching the sun set over a neighbouring hill. Getting out is always a test of your willpower, but the log cabins below will enable you to meet the challenge.
This property forms the largest section of a high spec barn conversion in the heart of the Norfolk countryside. It is ideally located close to the Suffolk Coast and the Norfolk/Suffolk border, approximately two and a half hours from London. This is the ideal base from which to explore both the fossil coast and the county of East Anglia. The location offers easy access to the coastal locations of Hopton, Gorleston, Somerleyton, Southwold and Dunwich, an idyllic spot for keen walkers and bird watchers. Why not take some scenic walks along the River Waveney with its abundance of wildlife? RSPB Minsmere and National Trust Dunwich Heath bird reserve are also within easy reach for a lovely beach walk and wildlife spotting. Norwich, with its famous cathedral, is less than 20 miles away; or why not explore the stunning waterways of the Norfolk Broads by hiring a boat for the day? If you are a beach lover, then the golden sands of Gorleston and Lowestoft beach are only a short drive away. If you love wild animals, then don t miss out on the zoo at Africa Live in Kessingland. Complete with limestone floors, stunning artwork throughout and granite surfaces, you enter this splendid barn via the French doors and arrive at a bright, spacious open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. There is an instant feeling of spaciousness together with the stylish finish and meticulous attention to detail it feels like it transports you to somewhere in Italy. There are two lounge areas to enjoy some social downtime. One section has two sofas that surround a wood burner, perfect for those chilly nights. The other section has a sofa surrounding a large Smart TV and seats up to nine guests you can stream or watch your favourite shows with loved ones. The chef amongst you will love the space in the well equipped kitchen, ideal for preparing a meal on the large gas hob and electric oven. There is a separate utility room with a dishwasher and washing machine. You also have a large bespoke kitchen island complete with two bar stools should anyone want to grab a light snack. The large formal dining table can seat up to ten people, so no problem if you have any extra guests over for dinner, and just off the kitchen, is a separate ground floor WC. Wow your guests with a dedicated drinks bar complete with an optic dispenser cabinet to store your favourite tipple. Heading up the beautiful, custom made staircase you arrive on the large landing leading to three bedrooms, one emperor size and one double both with en suite bathrooms with jacuzzi baths with shower over and one double with en suite shower room. All bedrooms are equipped with a Smart TV, chest of drawers, wardrobe. All the bathrooms have granite sinks to offer that luxurious feel. The courtyard and gardens are accessed via the French doors off the kitchen. Here you have a shared courtyard and your own dedicated limestone constructed seating area with beautiful plants surrounding the olive tree. All guests have access to a hot tub to soak away those tired muscles and stargaze in blissful surroundings. There is private off road parking for up to three cars.
Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland
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These beautiful bespoke detached properties offer luxurious accommodation nestled in a private peaceful bay within a stone s throw away from the sea shore but yet close to all local amenities. Located only 2 miles from the village of Auchencairn and 11 miles from Castle Douglas making this a fantastic base to explore the areas natural beauty and wildlife, or just to relax and look out to sea from the lodges and you may even spot the dolphins. There are numerous attractions close by including, Sweetheart Abbey, Galloway wildlife conservation park, Drumlanrig castle, Broughton house & gardens, Caerlaverock castle, The summer gallery, Threave castle & gardens, Ellisland farm, Robert Burns house & museum, Dundrennan abbey, Loch Ken water sports, The Stewartry museum, many golf courses including Colvend, New Galloway & Dalbeattie. These 4 attractive lodges are set privately around a large secluded bay, just a stone s throw away from the seashore. Outside: private enclosed balcony with seating area and hot tub, guests are welcome to explore the bay and country walks around the estate. Leisure facilities: private hot tub and sea fishing. Amenities: ample parking, towels, bed linen, electric, central heating and Wi Fi included. Regret no smoking. Regret not suitable for children over 6 months. Location: beach on site, basic shop/post office 2 miles. Larger shops, pubs, restaurants 8 miles. This stunning single storey accommodation offers ONE king size bedroom with beautiful sea views, flatscreen TV with Freeview, iPod dock and patio doors leading out to enclosed balcony. Bathroom: large with bath and separate shower cubical, his & hers sinks and WC and a additional WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: spacious open plan room with large flatscreen TV with Blu Ray DVD, Freeview and feature fire. Kitchen area, modern well equipped, with wine cooler, gas oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and large dining table. Utility: with washing machine and tumble dryer. Waste bin located at the rear of the property. Amenities: 2 dogs welcome, the local pubs and restaurants are dog friendly.
The property is located just a short drive from Looe, Liskeard and other traditional fishing villages that hug the south Cornish coast. Whitsand Bay, Downderry and Seaton beaches are nearby and all are a popular choice. The nearest, Looe, has all the attractions expected from a small holiday resort with feverything from fishing and speed boat trips to ice cream parlours, shops, restaurants. To the north is Bodmin Moor which provides many walking opportunities, with views over the countryside and the old mining houses. It is also within easy reach of Cornwall s many attractions including Lanhydrock House, Looe s Monkey Sanctuary and the Adrenaline Quarry. For the walkers, visit Sibleyback Lake, and for the cyclists, there are many routes to choose from, including the Cardinham woods. The property itself is a stunning, quirky cabin with superb views of the rolling countryside across the valley. Inside, you'll find an open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with sofa and Smart TV, so cosy up and watch your favourite programmes. The beautiful hand built kitchen area has everything you need and is fully equipped with combination oven, fridge with ice box, espresso machine, digital pressure cooker and a portable electric hob to create a romantic feast. Dine in style on the balcony terrace which is under cover and has a lovely farmland backdrop. An en suite shower room has music and jets built into the shower cubicle as well as a WC. The king size bedroom has storage beneath the bed and hanging space. From here, doors open up onto the balcony terrace with rocking chairs that make the perfect place to completely unwind. Outside, the views are breathtaking and extensive. Look across rolling countryside and relax whilst the hot tub bubbles away. The garden is also a great place for your four legged friend as its completely enclosed. There s also parking for two cars on the driveway.
The village of Chapel Amble is located just inland from Cornwall s north coast and near to the fabulous beaches of Rock and the surfing mecca that is Polzeath. It s also only a short drive from the towns of Port Isaac, made famous by the TV series Doc Martin, and Padstow, a renowned foodie s paradise with some of the county's finest restaurants. Wadebridge, which adjoins Egloshayle, is a great shopping town with fine individual boutiques, while the cathedral city of Truro, Cornwall s capital, is also worth a visit. The property is in an ideal location for cyclists and walkers, with the scenic Camel Trail running nearby. Attractions in the area include National Trust properties, Bodmin Steam Railway, Heligan Gardens, The Eden Project and many fabulous beaches like Bedruthan Steps and Watergate Bay. Positioned next to the owner s residence, step inside via the three steps into this beautiful shepherd's hut. You ll find yourself in the perfectly designed and comfortable living and sleeping area which boasts a wood burner to snuggle up beside on chilly nights. It s the perfect space for relaxing after a day of exploring. At the end of the day, retire to the king size bed which forms part of this compact yet perfectly appointed space. The little kitchen is also beautifully presented and offers a two ring electric hob and a fridge. Completing the inside is an en suite shower and WC, making for a comfortable stay in this beautifully rustic environment. Pop on a dressing gown (provided) and head outside to the secluded hot tub, through the wooded walkway, for some further relaxation among the trees and farmland. Completely enclosed, you ll also find a lovely patio area with a firepit, garden furniture and a relaxing day bed. Sit back and enjoy your tranquil surroundings you may even see some woodpeckers. There is driveway parking for two cars.
Enjoying an enviable location on the cusp of the North York Moors, this lovely property is perfect for exploring the North Riding Forest Park (16.5 miles) and the glorious Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (9 miles). This is a fantastic base for enjoying long rural walks with pretty villages along the way including Hutton le Hole (4 miles) and the charming town of Kirkbymoorside (1.5 miles) where you will find a choice of great shops, restaurants and pubs. You could also visit popular market towns like Pickering (9 miles) and Helmsley (7.5 miles). The beautiful Castle Howard (13.5 miles) is also well worth a visit or you can even enjoy a day by the sea at Scarborough (26.5 miles). On entering this beautiful property which is set over one level, you will find yourself in the light and spacious open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. With high ceilings and bi folding doors offering glorious rural views, this lovely space makes an ideal base for your holiday. The bright and comfortable lounge is ideal for relaxing in, with comfortable seating, a warming wood burner and TV. At the other end of the room, there's a sizeable dining area, and the stylish kitchen is fully equipped with an oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, coffee maker and washing machine/tumble dryer. Exploring this single level property further, there's a sumptuous bedroom with a 7' super king size bed. This can be made up as a twin room by prior arrangement. You will also find an elegant bathroom complete with a shower over the bath and a WC. Heading through the bi folding doors, you will find a private terrace which looks out over the North York Moors. Here you can sit back and relax with a drink or a BBQ. You will also have access to a shared hard court for tennis and a shared games room with a billiards table and dart board. A summer house is shared with the neighbouring cottage and can be booked for an evening with advance notice. A hot tub can also be arranged for guests wishing to hire, at an additional cost starting from 175.00.
Set within 70 acres of land on a working arable farm, this property is surrounded by wonderful walks through the beautiful countryside. This is an ideal base from which to explore the nearby coastlines, which include the Jurassic Coast, Exmouth and the English Riviera, all within easy reach and offering a different slice of life beside the sea. Keen walkers should take to nearby Dartmoor National Park, rich in flora and fauna, while wonderful family days out can be enjoyed at Crealy Adventure Park, The Donkey Sanctuary and Seaton Electric Tramway. For a night out, head to nearby Exeter to explore its many restaurants, bars, shops and cafes. Step inside this pretty converted barn and through into the beautifully light open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. In the lounge area, you will find comfortable sofas sat in front of a Smart TV which provides the perfect place to relax in style with a good book or catching up on your favourite programme. Located beside is a lovely laid back dining area plus the inclusion of a door to outside means that you can enjoy meals alfresco with ease during warm weather. The next area is the perfectly appointed kitchen area and this boasts a great range of appliances and equipment including an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and also a washing machine. Now head up the stairs and onto the first floor where you will discover the pretty bedrooms, the first of which is a spacious room with characterful exposed beams and a king size bed. Making this a great offering for a variety of family groups are two further bedrooms, one king size zip and link (which can be made up as a twin with two 2 6 single beds upon request), and finally a cosy single bedroom. Completing the offering inside the property is a lovely contemporary bathroom with a shower over bath and a separate WC. Heading outside further highlights await in the shape of the delightful enclosed garden and this boasts an area of gently sloping lawn, gravelled area, garden furniture, charcoal BBQ and also the fabulous feature of a private hot tub. Here you can enjoy dining in the open air and also a relaxing dip in the hot tub after a busy day exploring either coast or country. You can also visit the children's play area with a climbing frame, slide and swings which is available on site. Private off road parking for two cars is also provided.
A private lane leads to the ten acre farm, with horses, where this property is situated close to the owner's farmhouse. The peaceful atmosphere here makes it a wonderful location for those who want to escape daily life and yet still be able to visit many of Cornwall s most popular destinations. The harbour town of Fowey is situated eleven miles from the property, where visitors can enjoy visiting the independent shops, try out one of the many eateries, take a walk along the esplanades and watch the fishing boats return with the day s catch. The Eden Project is also within easy reach and is a must see for visitors to the area. On entering this property, guests will immediately get a sense of the history to this converted barn, with its exposed beams, slate floor, and stone fireplace in the lounge. The fireplace is now home to a cosy wood burner (for which a starter pack is provided) which guests can enjoy from the comfortable leather sofas. There is also a TV/DVD. The separate dining room is just off the lounge, through a set of double doors, whilst less formal meals can be taken at the breakfast bar in the kitchen. The kitchen is well sized and equipped with electric oven, hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, and Nescafe coffee machine and CD player/radio. For added convenience, there is a handy boot room located next to the kitchen, with a Belfast sink and WC. There is also a ground floor shower room. Upstairs, there are three restful bedrooms: one double and two twins, one with 2'6" single beds. The main bathroom is also upstairs, with its shower over bath and WC. Outside, guests will find the private hot tub, whilst the property also benefits from an enclosed patio area with outdoor furniture and a charcoal BBQ. There is ample parking.
This recently renovated property is ideal for guests who are hoping to escape the pace of daily life, and relax in peaceful surroundings. Although situated in a sleepy hamlet, the property is within a short drive of the town of Barnstaple, where there is a good range of shops and restaurants, a theatre, leisure centre, and a swimming pool. Nowhere is particularly far from the beach in Devon, and this property is no different, and there is a choice of lovely beaches within easy reach, including the pretty beach in the village of Instow, the huge sandy beach in Westward Ho! and the small beach in the privately owned heritage village of Clovelly. This is one of two barn conversion properties which sit across from one another on a quiet courtyard. The ground floor of the property is an open plan space, with the stairs in the middle, separating the lounge area from the kitchen/diner to the rear. The spacious lounge area is a welcoming and relaxing space with its woodburner, two comfortable sofas and Smart TV. The kitchen/diner has been decorated in a country style with a dining table and exposed wooden beams. Guests will easily find everything they need here, including an oven and hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher and washing machine. There is also a convenient cloakroom with WC on the ground floor. On the first floor, there are two bedrooms. The first of these is a generously sized twin room with a zip and link bed offering alternative super king arrangement on request and plenty of storage space. The second bedroom is a cosy king size, also a zip and link which can be made up as 2ft 6in twin beds on request. The bathroom, also located on the first floor, benefits from a shower and WC. Outside there is an enclosed decked patio, with garden furniture and a BBQ, the private hot tub is also here, providing a wonderfully relaxing experience for guests.
Located in the heart of Mid Devon, you will be perfectly based for exploring much of the county, including the beautiful beaches and coves of the north and south coast. The surrounding area is packed with exciting attractions to suit all tastes including Exmoor, Dartmoor, Crealy Adventure Park, historic Exeter, Escot Park, Bickleigh Mill, numerous National Trust properties, Morwellham Quay, Bicton Gardens and many more. If you like to be active on your holiday you ll enjoy the area s beautiful walks and cycle routes including Two Moors Way, Tarka Trail and the Granite Way and don t forget to try out the friendly, family run village pubs in the area. This delightful barn conversion offers a comfortable home from home for guests, offering everything you will need for your break. On the ground floor you will find a charming, open plan lounge/kitchen/diner, which has been well equipped with a cooker with induction hob, dishwasher, microwave and fridge/freezer. The dining space offers a table where you can all sit together and discuss your day s adventures while the cosy lounge has a Smart TV, Bluetooth speaker and a woodburner for those cool winter evenings, when you just wish to snuggle up on the sofa and relax. Upstairs, there is a double, twin and a single room all offering somewhere relaxing to rest after a busy day exploring. There is also a bathroom with shower over bath and a WC. Outside of the property you will find a large enclosed garden area with garden furniture and a hot tub, so that you can relax in the sunshine. There is parking for up to three cars at this property.
This stylish detached former barn is well placed a short drive from Shrewsbury, the medieval market town with its castle and world famous Abbey, Severn theatre, independent shops and eateries. Country lovers and sportsman alike will find plenty to do in the area, on the river, in the Shropshire Hills with its myriad of footpaths, cyclists can join route 81 from the driveway and even try hang gliding on the Long Mynd! The Shrewsbury Golf Club is a must for enthusiastic golfers. The pretty and historic towns of Oswestry and Welshpool are also worth a visit with unique shops, attractions, museums, galleries and eateries. Nearby National Trust properties include Attingham Park, Benthall and Dudmaston Hall. There is always something to see and do nearby. As you approach this 1800's property be prepared for some lovely surprises, the main door opens into the useful utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and plenty of space for your holiday attire. Take off your shoes and enjoy creature comforts for your stay. To your left is the opulent open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with fabulous feature window looking down the avenue. The kitchen with granite worktops and breakfast bar is well equipped to rustle up a meal with electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher and microwave. The beautifully furnished lounge with Smart TV and Netflix, has extremely comfortable sofa and interesting artwork, just perfect for nights in to catch up on your news, snuggle up and watch a film or lose yourself in a good book. There are two gorgeous bedrooms to choose from, on the ground floor the king size bed with luxury linen, stylish Jack and Jill style shower room with shower and WC and patio doors out to the patio and private hot tub. Upstairs is the second bedroom with king size bed, dressing area and stylish en suite bathroom with bath,WC and skylight to watch the stars as you relax in the bubbles. Outside the private hot tub is set on a private patio to relax, unwind and soak up the view. Enjoy al fresco dining in the enclosed garden with a paved patio, table, chairs and lawn with fabulous uninterrupted countryside views. Maybe light the BBQ, enjoy a sundowner and watch the sunset from the garden. There is private parking for two cars and undercover bike store. Please note the owners are on site though privacy is assured at all times. Nearby at Bulthy Hill Farm, there is an outdoor pursuit centre where activities on offer include paint balling, race buggies and quad biking. A great family day out!
