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| Learn the secrets of finding a great holiday cottage at a great price.
Our tips on how to find the perfect cottage explains why, for example, more expensive does not mean better (really – it's true), why late bargains are so hard to find with cottage holidays, how to get your money back if you're not happy, and how to pay less for a fantastic place than other people are paying.
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Did You Know?
Many of the largest UK cottage rental agencies are owned and operated by US-based Cendant Vacation Rental Group, including:
- English Country Cottages
- Country Holidays
- Welcome Holidays
- Cottages4you
- Blakes Cottages
- Stilwells
You can search across all of their properties at Cottages4Youg(19415)a(1334860))
Smaller independent agencies can be harder to find, but it is often worth the effort because they have some of the best holiday cottages and can offer good local advice. This site features many independent agencies which we have selected, with a brief introduction to each of them. Just click through when you find an agency that looks right for you.
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Cottages to rent in historic properties, including the National Trust, Landmark Trust and Vivat Trust. Many other cottage holiday agencies will have some heritage properties - see area list on the left |
| Special self catering |
| A unique collection of over 300 holiday cottages for you in outstanding locations in England, Wales and N. Ireland. Sounds fantastic, but please note their warning: Most cottages are over 100 years old, and may show signs of damp. |
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| 178 special buildings |
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The Landmark Trust is a building preservation charity, established to rescue historic and architecturally interesting buildings and their surroundings from neglect and, when restored, to give them new life by letting them as holiday cottages. Warning - they may lack some mod cons that you would take for granted elsewhere - preserving the building takes precedence over comfort. |
| Historic buildings with creature comforts |
| Vivat has rescued neglected historic buildings facing dereliction in some of the most beautiful parts of England and Scotland, providing them with a new use as holiday cottages.Vivat’s 12 properties are currently available as distinctive and luxurious self-catering accommodation. |
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| Special Places to stay in Scotland |
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Sometimes a simple country cottage just won't do. The range here runs to grand houses and privately-owned castles, where the owners are happy to help you arrange caterers, a Scots piper, marquee or a band. |
| Very Upmarket Rentals |
| If you like your breakfast in bed brought by a butler, then these are the folks for you. Over 100 private houses across the UK, although they are rather coy about the actual locations, and like you to call them to discuss their location and details. |
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| Stay in a heritage cottage |
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| Some wonderful holiday homes on offer here, at places like Rievaulx Abbey, Witley Court and Dover Castle. And the web site at last has online availability. Stay in a piece of history! |
| The agencies above can definitely help you with properties in the category you have chosen. We have listed remaining agencies below, or you can click on another area to sort them again. If you're looking for something and the site is not helping please tell us about it |
| Specialist for Devon and Cornwall Cottages |
| With over 30 years of experience Classic Cottages offer over 650 holiday cottages in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Dorset. Their selection of handpicked cottages are regularly checked to ensure cottages are of the highest standard. |
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| Hot tubs and log cabins in the Cotswolds |
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Near the traditional Cotswold village of Kingham, relax on the deck of your own luxury lodge, featuring stylish, contemporary interiors and spacious external decking, and complete with sunken outdoor hot tub. Cycle hire and fishing available |
| Yorkshire Log Cabins for the Forestry Commission |
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Nestling in the dramatic beauty of the North Yorkshire National Park, Keldy has miles of woodland trails to explore by bicycle or on foot.
Close by is the spectacular scenery of open moorland and picturesque market towns. You’re near to the sea too, with the old smuggler's haunts of Robin Hood’s Bay close at hand.
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| Up and coming agency on the English riviera |
| Pride themselves on providing great properties in top locations throughout Devon and Cornwall. Choose from over 500 luxury 4* and 5* self catering holiday cottages. Finalist for South West Tourism Best Website 2006/2007 and 2008/9 |
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| Growing holiday cottage agency for northern UK |
Long established Skipton agency with a growing portfolio of English and Scottish country cottages. Special searches include eco friendly, with pool, and near a good pub.
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| Log cabins, indoor pool, Lake District |
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On the shores of Bassenthwaite Lake, these holiday lodges offer an idyllic setting in one of the most gloriously unspoilt areas in the Lake District.
This small park is proud holder of Visit Britain's 'Best Park in England' award and the David Bellamy Gold award for conservation. Where better for a log cabin holiday? |
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Cottage Search by Date. Are you tied to specific dates for your holiday? If so, you need to search a large selection of cottages. The biggest choices come from Hoseasons and Cottages4You. You can search across all of their properties at Hoseasons Cottages and Cottages4You |
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