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Umberleigh, Devon
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Situated on a farm courtyard, you can experience Devon from a local perspective, making it an authentic romantic getaway. The patio area just outside is ideal for a quiet drink in the evening as the sun sets, or a morning coffee reading the paper. You have access to the owners orchard, and with plenty of walks nearby, your dogs will fall in love with the countryside too. The village of Umberleigh is less than a mile away if you fancy an evening meal at one of the local pubs. All located on one floor, this farmhouse-style lodge, one of a complex of properties, offers simple yet characterful accommodation. The decor is contemporary but with traditional elements mixed with the modern to make this a homely and cosy getaway. Enjoy a home-cooked meal in the kitchen/diner: the effective use of space makes cooking simple in this well-equipped kitchen, and the calm colours ensure you have a relaxed dining experience. Featuring a stone wall, wooden beams and a vaulted ceiling, the lounge/bedroom is very cosy, with atmospheric lighting and pastel colours to create a romantic and stylish space. Watch a film on the TV while snuggled up on the sofa. A shower room and a WC completes this property. The River Taw runs alongside Umberleigh, as well as some picturesque woods, providing the perfect space to go on longer walks and appreciate your surroundings. If you prefer a coastal adventure, there are a plethora of beautiful beaches within 20 miles, such as Saunton, Croyde and Westward Ho!. Bring your surfboards and wetsuits and surf the waves, or why not spend an afternoon fishing? There are some lovely villages to explore too, such as Appledore with quaint cobbled streets and a thriving quay, just 17 miles away or head to the market town of Barnstaple (8 miles) for a variety of eateries, cinema and theatre.
Weekly prices from £342.00
Scarborough, Yorkshire Dales
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For a tranquil stay in one of Yorkshire’s top seaside resorts, try this beautifully presented apartment in the heart of Scarborough. The coastal town is celebrated for its scenic beauty and maritime charm, not to mention its Spa theatre, working harbour, Rotunda Museum and historic Scarborough Castle. Conveniently, you’ll have pubs, shops and cafes all within 200 metres and both the town’s beaches within 0.5 miles. The beautifully presented home, which welcomes adults only, is ideal for a solo traveller or a couple, along with one doggie pal. This first-floor abode is accessible via external steps leading to a delightful enclosed patio which is decorated with a playful nautical theme. Step inside to find a modern kitchen, which has elegant exposed wooden shelving and a breakfast bar where you can perch with snacks. A step further leads into the good-sized lounge, where a stylish wood burner, quality furnishings and a Smart TV await. The large bay window features a pretty window seat that’s ideal for catching up with some reading. The spacious double bedroom has feature lighting and an ornamental original cast iron fireplace, while the chic bathroom boasts a Jacuzzi bath for indulgent holiday soaks. Outside, bask in the sun on your private terrace or enjoy a sunset wine for a romantic experience. Locally, take the dog for a walk in the pretty Peasholm Park (0.5 miles), which has a beck running right through it. Take a scenic stroll or an open-top bus ride along the seafront for a leisurely morning out or take a ride on one of Britain’s oldest funicular cliff lifts (1 mile), which originally ran on seawater (though today it’s electricity that’ll get you up)! If you’re lucky during your stay, you may spot dolphins, seals and or porpoises in their natural habitat for a memorable experience.
Weekly prices from £478.00
Minehead, Dorset and Somerset
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Escape day-to-day life, enjoy an abundance of moorland walks or days on the beach, and then relax in this Grade II-listed converted coach house. It is perfectly located just half a mile from the thriving seaside town of Minehead, with its sandy beach, shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants, and West Somerset Railway. Visit the medieval Exmoor village of Dunster (0.5 mile) with its castle, shops, tearooms, pubs and restaurants. From Dunster, you can head onto the moors and enjoy the awe-inspiring landscape of Exmoor National Park. Or head along the coast and visit Watchet (8 miles) with its marina, or the coastal villages of Blue Anchor (4 miles) and Porlock (7 miles). Dog walks abound straight from the cottage door and with a dog wash area and towels provided, you know your 4 legged friend will have a fabulous time too. Step into this Grade II-listed single-storey property and make yourselves at home in the light and airy open-plan lounge/diner, with its vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. There is a comfortable seating area, which is made for relaxing in, with a Smart TV and French doors opening to the enclosed terrace garden. The small yet well-equipped kitchen has all the facilities you will need to cook a hearty breakfast or a delicious evening feast. After a busy day exploring, sleep well in the double bedroom; the double bed is accessed via two steps from the dressing area. Completing the accommodation is a bathroom. Head outside from the lounge/diner to the private, enclosed terrace garden, where you will find a seating area, which is a lovely spot for al fresco dining. Descend four steps to the shared 2-acre sub-tropical garden, filled with mature palm trees and exotic plants – there are quiet corners with seating, a ‘secret garden’, a giant outdoor chess set and a children’s swing. The gardens also boast views over the West Somerset Steam Railway and the Bristol Channel. Enjoy the communal fire pit with giant marshmallows for toasting. Come and feed the goats and sheep in the 2 acre paddock and say hello to the miniature Shetland pony. Completing the outside is a shared heated outdoor swimming pool set in its own walled area with poolside furniture. Silver award winners of the Surfers Against Sewage award! A marine conservation and campaigning charity.
Weekly prices from £541.00
Minehead, Dorset and Somerset
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This Grade II-listed cottage is quietly set in the grounds of a 16th century manor house in a secluded coastal location on the edge of Exmoor and the popular seaside town of Minehead. Enjoy Minehead’s wide sandy beach, an array of cafes, restaurants, pubs, shops, and family entertainments. Visit the stunning medieval Exmoor village of Dunster (0.5 mile) with its castle, shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants. Nearby are a wealth of beaches, pretty villages, and attractions that include Watchet (8 miles), Porlock (7 miles), and Blue Anchor (4 miles), plus you can get away from it all in the awe-inspiring landscape of Exmoor National Park. Enter this character cottage into a light and airy lounge which is made for relaxing in, with a Smart TV, access to your own private garden and comfy seating. Two steps down take you into the well-equipped kitchen/diner which has fabulous views across the lawn of the Manor House and all the facilities you could need to cook a delicious family meal. From here head up the open spindled spiral staircase to the master double bedroom with an en-suite shower room. Head outside from the lounge to the private enclosed garden, here you will find a seating area, which is a lovely spot for al fresco dining. We regret no children or babes in arms, as the property has a spiral staircase. There is also a shared 2-acre sub-tropical garden, filled with mature palm trees, named exotic plants and shrubs, there are quiet corners with seating, a ‘secret garden’, and giant outdoor chess.The gardens also boast views over the West Somerset Steam Railway and across the Bristol Channel to the Welsh coast.Enjoy the communal fire pit with giant marshmallows for toasting. Come and feed the goats and sheep in the 2 acre paddock and say hello to the miniature Shetland pony. Dog walks abound straight from the cottage door and with a dog wash area and towels provided, you know your 4 legged friend will have a fabulous time too.The jewel in this wonderful garden is a heated outside swimming pool set in its own walled area with poolside furniture. Silver award winners of the Surfers Against Sewage award! A marine conservation and campaigning charity.
Weekly prices from £548.00
Church Stretton, Heart of England
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Escape with your special someone to this unique wooden glamping pod sitting on a peaceful complex of properties by a stream in rural South Shropshire. Sleeping two people in one bedroom, this is a perfect bolthole for couples in search of a romantic retreat in the heart of the countryside. During the day, climb up Long Mynd to enjoy breathtaking views of the Shropshire Hills; and in the evening, take a moment to take in the pretty views of the babbling stream from the cottage’s deck, before firing up the BBQ to cook an al fresco dinner. Climb the stairs to reach the pod’s deck that leads you to an intimate open-plan living space. Make yourself at home in the compact seating area before heading to the kitchenette to whip up some dinner. Enjoy a romantic dinner for two at the multifunctional dining table, or head out to the deck for an al fresco feast. There is also a picnic area beside the stream below the pod - it’s the perfect place to fire up the BBQ. After dinner, open a bottle of wine on the pod’s deck and wait for the stars to come out, or snuggle up in the living area to watch your favourite TV show together. At the end of the day, a double bed awaits you. Grab your hiking boots and take on a challenging yet rewarding climb to Caer Caradoc Iron Age Hillfort (2 miles). Perched atop a 459-metre hill, it offers fascinating views over ancient ramparts and roundhouses. Alternatively, lose yourself in medieval splendour at Stokesay Castle’s (11.5 miles). Admire the impressive gatehouse and the grand hall before taking a stroll around the exquisite gardens.
Weekly prices from £768.00
Melton Constable, East Anglia
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A handsome annexe for two offers a romantic retreat in fabulous Norfolk, staying on the owner’s grand estate but with privacy assured. Cosy and compact, this bijou holiday home is made up of a handful of rooms and an outdoor space, small yet featuring everything that two guests and two dogs might need throughout their stay. Get to know the local area - Holt (4.5 miles) and Fakenham (9 miles) are just a short drive away and Norfolk’s AONB coastline is also within reach (7.5 miles). Whether you explore the coast or country on bikes or by foot, there’s plenty of scenery that’ll take your breath away close by. Attractive wall hangings and bookshelves filled with paperbacks give this lovely space a studious and romantic feel, step inside and feel at home. The dining room is in a brick and flint-style conservatory space and has a kitchen just off to one side. There’s everything you need to prepare delicious meals here; however, you’ll also find some great takeaways within walking distance. The private patio is just outside with a picnic table. Back indoors, the lounge and king-size bedroom are in one room, with a sofa and a Smart TV offering a space to curl up before it’s time for bed. There’s also a roomy family bathroom next door with both a shower and a bath. Whilst the coast is always there with excellent walking routes and the chance to spot seals and other wildlife, you can also explore some of Norfolk’s vibrant countryside attractions within effortless reach of home. Visit Holt Country Park (4.5 miles) and Thursford Wood (4 miles) to find plenty of waymarked pathways and stunning scenery to discover; plan a trip to Pensthorpe (8.5 miles) with its mystical gardens and fascinating nature reserve; or visit Fakenham for a day at the races (9.5 miles).
Weekly prices from £605.00
Sherborne, Dorset and Somerset
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Gaze out across the rolling Dorset countryside from this bijou hideaway at Lillington, 4.5 miles from Sherborne. Sleeping two guests, and offering dog-friendly accommodation, the one-bedroom retreat is perfect for a romantic getaway for anyone seeking seclusion, tranquillity and natural beauty. Return here from exploring your surroundings to soak up the sunshine and lose yourselves in the glorious scenery. Enter the property to find bright, airy accommodation designed with your comfort in mind. Unpack the fresh Dorset produce you have bought on your latest excursion in the kitchen area, which is well equipped and features a breakfast bar for dining at. Sit back on the sofa to enjoy a film on the Smart TV, opening the doors on to the patio to bring in a summer breeze on hot days. Wake up to gorgeous views in the king-size bedroom, where there is another Smart TV and an en-suite bathroom, on every morning of your Dorset break. Have coffee out on the patio and fire up the BBQ to sizzle supper out here in the fresh air when the weather is warm. Take your canine companion round to the garden’s grassy area to stretch his legs before you turn in for the night. There is parking for one car at the cottage. Wander round the magnificent market town of Sherborne, with its museums and famous abbey. Explore the landscaped gardens at Sherborne Castle that were designed by Lancelet Capability Brown and peruse the galleries, boutiques and independent shops of the town. Venture 11.5 miles to Cerne Abbas, where the famous Cerne Giant, an ancient figure is sculpted into the chalk hillside on National Trust land. Plan a day trip down to West Bay, 22 miles away on the Jurassic Coast, where you can swim, enjoy water sports and hunt for fossils.
Weekly prices from £470.00
Bideford, Devon
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This charming stone barn conversion is set on a lush smallholding in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty along the Hartland Heritage Coast. A romantic bolthole, it’s the perfect rural hideaway for an ocean-loving couple and their dog. Stroll past the multicoloured houses lining the harbour of Appledore and listen to the fisherman’s boats clinking in the water, before returning to your home from home to unwind in the crackling glow of the wood burner. This cleverly configured property boasts a cosy interior with ambient lighting, exposed beams and earthy slate, stone and wooden textures throughout. Perch on the box seat in the hallway to remove coats and boots, then potter into the heart of the home and bask in the heat of the roaring wood burner. Whip up a post-adventure meal in the sleek shaker kitchen then toast to your special occasion. Tuck into your meal gathered around the intimate dining table bathed in light streaming from the window. As the night draws in, snuggle up on the sofa, indulge in a sweet treat and unwind with a film on the Smart TV. Rest up in the light-dappled king-size room and embrace a leisurely breakfast in bed. Soak in the balmy Devon climate with an al fresco coffee in the enclosed stone courtyard and enjoy the soothing sounds of the farm. There is an outside warm water shower at the property. Step out on a leafy countryside stroll and spot myriad animals populating the 6-acre farmland including the resident rescue hens offering up free-range eggs. Get adventurous with a surf lesson at Westward Ho! Beach, 5 miles, or venture to Clovelly, 8 miles, and saunter beneath the avenue of lime trees as you discover the botanical oasis of Clovelly Court Gardens. For miles of uninterrupted coastal cliffs and glistening ocean vistas, don’t miss a visit to the Hartland Peninsula, 13 miles.
Weekly prices from £466.00
Dorchester, Dorset and Somerset
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Immerse yourself in glorious manor house grounds and the picturesque Dorset countryside when you stay at this romantic retreat at Minterne Magna. Sleeping just two guests, the one-bedroom cottage is set within a country house estate, 11.5 miles from Dorchester and 20 miles from the coast at Abbotsbury and Osmington Mills. Also welcoming four-legged guests, the exquisite, period hideaway could be idyllic for a dog-loving couple. Let yourselves into the delightful holiday home, set within a walled garden that now encompasses an outdoor swimming pool, to find yourselves in an inviting, open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Light the wood burner in here on crisp autumn and winter days and keep the French windows open on to the patio during fine weather. Find a film to enjoy on the Smart TV or DVD player or listen to music as you relax. The kitchen has everything you need to help you whip up tasty meals for two and there is a wet room at ground-floor level where you can enjoy a hot shower after long walks. Follow the winding, cottage-style stairs up to the first floor, where there is a super-king-size, mezzanine bedroom, with scenic views. Bask in the sunshine out on the terrace, where you can fire up the BBQ on summer evenings, or wander through the shared garden, with its lawn tennis court and heated swimming pool, for use between April and October, with private slots for guests at this cottage. There is ample parking. Enjoy your proximity to beautiful Minterne Gardens, just 20 metres from the bolthole and with an abundance of colour to enjoy. Travel 4.5 miles to see the National Trust’s famous Cerne Giant, an ancient figure sculpted into the chalk hillside above Cerne Abbas. While away afternoons pottering in colourful, independent shops in Dorchester and pausing for cream teas.
Weekly prices from £696.00