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Converted chapel | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

This delightful cottage is renovated to a high standard, with a bright modern interior. The accommodation is all on 1 level, with a spacious sitting room, well-equipped kitchen/dining area, 1 double bedroom, 2 spacious single bedrooms & family shower room. Large garden. Other local attractions: castles, museums, aviation heritage sites, and the popular seaside town Skegness.

from £79 / night

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£551 / week

3 nights min stay

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  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed

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Converted chapel | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

A Unique Suffolk Coastal Listed holiday home offering modern standards of comfort with the charm of period living. Extremely close to the popular town of Southwold , the Old Reading Rooms , Wrentham is perfectly positioned as a base to explore Suffolk's Heritage Coast. Cliff & Sarah, N.Year2013 - "A lovely place, Thank-you. A real old cottage feel - would certainly come back"

from £71 / night

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£499 - £788 / week

2 nights min stay

1 review

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  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 5 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

1 Double with modern wet room en-suite, 1 Twin room, 1 Bunk room [full size single beds] Extra Single sofa bed for 7th person in the lounge area by arrangement. [bedding not included for sofa bed]. Modern en-suite bathroom with open style wet room layout. Main bathroom. Recently refurbished kitchen with washing machine, dishwasher, fridge, wine cooler, full cooking facilities.

from £70 / night

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£494 - £1423 / week

Short stays welcome

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  • Suitable for over 5s only
  • Car not necessary
  • May take pets – please enquire

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Converted chapel | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

The Old Chapel was a former Wesleyan Chapel built in 1891 and has been converted to a luxury holiday cottage. Tucked away in a very quiet part of the village of Buckden in the Yorshire Dales. The cottage sleeps 4 people and there is a travel cot for babies. Pets welcome. Situated in Upper Wharfedale with easy river or more challenging mountain walks from the doorstep.

from £52 / night

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£362 - £578 / week

1 night min stay

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  • Nearest beach 0.3 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Beautifully converted former Chapel providing high quality two bed, two bathroom accommodation for 4 in the heart of Trevone. 5 minutes walk to the beach at Trevone and near Padstow. Easy access to the coastal path. WIFI.

from £61 / night

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£425 - £925 / week

7 nights min stay

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  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.5 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

The converted chapel, provides contemporary, stylish and very comfortable holiday accommodation. 4 bedrooms, large state-of-the-art kitchen-diner and huge open plan living space make The Old Chapel a unique Cotswolds holiday let.

from £150 / night

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£1048 - £2095 / week

3 nights min stay

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  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Character converted chapel with sea views near Trebarwith Strand beach.

from £49 / night

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£341 - £672 / week

3 nights min stay

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  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

A 15th Century Scheduled Ancient Monument refurbished to the highest standard, providing all the comforts of modern living. Centrally situated, the converted Chapel and Tower stand majestically over the original 11th Century gateway into the medieval town of Warwick. Luxurious bathrooms and modern kitchen. Convenient for shops, bars and restaurants. Free Parking.

from £121 / night

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£850 - £1350 / week

3 nights min stay

13 reviews

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 100 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed

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Converted chapel | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

Originally a Wesleyan Chapel built 1845, been part of village school . Now comfortable well furnished holiday let, sleeps 10 just refurbished. Pets welcome. Super features include: log burner, full central heating, 4 double bedrooms' one with 4 poster and ensuite. Fully fitted kitchen, utility room with fridge freezer and washing machine,piano internet, 32 inch TV.

from £89 / night

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£625 - £998 / week

3 nights min stay

1 review

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  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Romantic, sympathetically converted chapel/meeting rooms, up a small lane in the beautiful Forest of Dean, on the edge Yorkley village (approx. 1.000 inhabitants). A truly rustic property full of character, a great place to chill out and leave your troubles behind.

from £46 / night

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£325 - £595 / week

3 nights min stay

6 reviews

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 90 km
  • Suitable for over 5s only
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Chapel Views has stunning views from the lounge and both bedrooms. Luxury 2 bed accommodation including linen and towels. Located just 3 miles from Looe. 5 miles from Looe Golf Course. Eden Project just 30mins drive away. UP TO 10% DISCOUNT FOR COUPLES. Just two staying and using only one bed can recieve up to 10% discount.

from £45 / night

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£315 - £766 / week

3 nights min stay

10 reviews

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  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Suitable for over 5s only
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Built in 1840, 4 star 2 bedroom converted chapel for 4. Ideal for historic stone towns of Stamford, Oakham, Cambridge, Lincoln, Burghley Hse, Rutland Water, East of England showground. The local area is popular for walking, cycling, fishing, sailing & stately homes.

from £42 / night

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£294 - £472 / week

2 nights min stay

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  • Nearest beach 80 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

A stunning converted Chapel in famous Lacock village & just 10 miles from Bath. Comprising 4 double bedrooms & able to sleep up to 10 people. Very large dining, lounge & entertaining areas. Renovated to the highest standard with home cinema, Whirlpool bath & en-suites. Set within the quintessentially English National Trust village of Lacock, famous for its Abbey.

from £196 / night

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£1376 - £1690 / week

2 nights min stay

6 reviews

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  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

BRAUNTON OLD CHAPEL: Lovingly converted from an original Chapel, it has a wealth of original features and tremendous charm. OLD CHAPEL is one of those real gems that cannot be missed when considering your holiday.

from £60 / night

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£420 - £775 / week

3 nights min stay

2 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 5 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Superb conversion of former chapel provinging five star gold accommodation for six adults. Thre accommodation offers a reception hall, large open plan sitting, dining and kitchen, utility / Wc with two double bedrooms, a twin bedroom, family bathroom and en suite.

from £96 / night

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£675 - £1250 / week

3 nights min stay

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Converted chapel | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

Tastefully converted & well-equipped Grade II listed chapel (1834), high up on the edge of the village along a sleepy & peaceful access lane. The unique aspect gives stunning views both N. & S. and makes you think and feel you are in open country. Walk from the door onto the High Peak trail, visit our award-winning pub & enjoy nearby Carsington Water.

from £56 / night

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£392 - £655 / week

3 nights min stay

14 reviews

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed

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Converted chapel | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

A beautiful detached converted Weslyan chapel. Set in the tranquil lanes of North Cornwall only 6 miles from the nearest beach, walking distance of Tamar Lakes. South facing private garden. Log burner and Aga. Ideal for family, friends and romantic holidays. Detached, private, unique property in which to holiday near all attractions, from bird watching to surfing.

from £51 / night

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£360 - £995 / week

1 night min stay

6 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Watermill | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

North Mill is a 12C tidal watermill on the River Piddle. The owner lives in one half and the other half is for guests. It has been run as a B&B for 10 years and now can cater for both B&B and/self-catering - depending on which you prefer.

from £64 / night

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£450 - £850 / week

4 nights min stay

6 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire

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Converted chapel | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 9

Luxury self catering 5 star fowey river estuary english county river side home golant the sunday house self catering upscale holiday home rental 4 bedroom converted victorian chapel. Fowey River Views, 5 Star Luxury Self Catering, Close to Area Attractions.

from £157 / night

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£1100 - £2500 / week

3 nights min stay

1 review

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  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Watermill | 6 bedrooms | Sleeps 12

Beautiful newly renovated Mill house set in beautiful grounds on the river Frome. Fresh water fishing and horse paddock available for those of you that would like to try the spectacular bridle paths of the area.

from £207 / night

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£1450 - £2600 / week

1 night min stay

3 reviews

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  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 20 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Three bedroomed beautifully converted chapel, set in magnificent tranquil surroundings with unrivalled views of upper Nidderdale. Stylish and Contemporary quality design finish. Unique rural location and ideal for exploring the Yorkshire Dales. Open plan beamed living area, Italian kitchen & top brand appliances,wood burning stove solid oak flooring.

from £69 / night

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£480 - £600 / week

3 nights min stay

5 reviews

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Key info:

  • Suitable for over 5s only
  • Car essential
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 5 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

Chapel House is truly unique, it offers high quality contemporary accomodation in a truly unique building. Every comfort is offered, including meet and greet and a welcome basket. The Chapel sleeps 10 adults and two infants in cots.

from £214 / night

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£1500 - £2000 / week

1 night min stay

5 reviews

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 70 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

The Old School House is a large converted Chapel in the lovely quaint town of Bideford. The house is in an ideal location within walking distance to the town centre, quayside, Tarka Trail and Victoria Park. Althougn in town, it is in an exceptionally quiet and ...

from £86 / night

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£600 - £1100 / week

2 nights min stay

2 reviews

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  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 2 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Luxury five star two bedroomed holiday home, well located for access into both Bristol and Bath.

from £86 / night

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£600 - £800 / week

3 nights min stay

11 reviews

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 30 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed
Late deal: save up to £120

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Converted chapel | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

Deep in the Hampshire countryside, yet only about 6 miles from the historic cathedral city of Winchester, this former Methodist chapel provides accommodation to a very high specification.

from £70 / night

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£487 - £797 / week

3 nights min stay

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Converted chapel | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

This unusual property has been tastefully and imaginatively converted from a former 19th century chapel and makes a wonderful state of the art holiday destination.

from £64 / night

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£450 - £1100 / week

3 nights min stay

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Converted chapel | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Spacious 4 bed Self-Catering Accommodation near Hadrians Wall, Brampton, Carlisle and the Scottish Borders Ideally situated for the Lake District, Carlisle, Hadrians Wall, Haltwhistle, The Scottish Borders, and Hexham all just a short drive away.

from £114 / night

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£800 / week

Short stays welcome

1 review

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 70 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Old St Johns Church is a modern church conversion offering luxury holiday accommodation. There are 3 double bedrooms (1 twin possibility) with en-suite bathrooms. There is an additional room available with double sofa bed. We are child and pet friendly. WiFi available. A unique and unforgettable holiday experience.

from £79 / night

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£550 - £1320 / week

3 nights min stay

1 review

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  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

This sunny part of the Kent coastline is known for its lovely sandy beaches and historic coastal villages. And Dreamland Leisure Park will now be opening next year (2014) with unique and exciting, historic amusement rides to entertain both children and adults. Lots of free events are provided in Thanet and are listed on the Visit Thanet website. Come and see.

from £68 / night

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£472 - £840 / week

2 nights min stay

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  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 5 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

A luxury converted church based near both Dorchester and Swanage.

from £49 / night

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£340 - £840 / week

1 night min stay

5 reviews

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 15 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

BACK FOR 2013! This charming holiday home, a converted old chapel, provides a unique holiday experience in such an unusual property and is particularly close to Ventnor town centre and of course the esplanade and beach.

from £46 / night

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£325 - £695 / week

3 nights min stay

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Converted chapel | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

A luxury converted 1835 Chapel, in a beautiful setting on the river, overlooking woodland & close to Hexham, Hadrian's Wall & central to all tourist attractions. It has 3 en suite bedrooms & open plan living space, & has a beautiful riverside position & private garden.

from £46 / night

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£320 - £650 / week

1 night min stay

7 reviews

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  • Nearest beach 30 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Converted chapel | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Kensington Penthouse Apartment, luxurious contemporary apartment within a converted original Georgian chapel, situated within walking distance of the city centre. Accommodating 4 people in two ensuite double bedrooms. A sofabed is available as an alternative..

from £123 / night

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£860 / week

2 nights min stay

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Converted chapel | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Fabulous blend of period style, modern chic, smart tv and views above the endless forest canopy it feels like your own country mansion retreat. With a foot in both worlds: on the forest fringe and edge of town this is the base for an opulant and downright playful stay.

from £71 / night

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£500 - £849 / week

2 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed

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Converted chapel | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

NEW FOR 2012 Pickwell Manor's fabulous 16th century family chapel has been lovingly restored and transformed into an utterly romantic hideaway, perfect for a couple who are looking for an intimate break away. Situated on the N.Devon coast, just minutes from Croyde beach.

from £43 / night

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£300 - £475 / week

2 nights min stay

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Converted chapel | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

Converted 18th century Church Hall - Open plan apartment with high vaulted ceiling in the heart of Worthing, Two minutes stroll to the sea front and a vast variety of resaurants.

from £64 / night

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£450 - £600 / week

1 night min stay

2 reviews

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  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.1 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • May take pets – please enquire
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England is a country of great beauty and serenity made up of diverse landscapes, bustling cities and tranquil holiday cottages. Destinations vary from the cobbled street and quaint villages and holiday homes of Dorset, the white washed fishing cottages in Cornwall. Stay amongst the lush green peaks and valleys of the Lakes District. England has more than its fair share of heritage and historical sites, from Stonehenge to Blenheim palace, and every town has its treasures – with Shakespeare’s birthplace of Stratford-on-Avon boarding the pretty English country cottages of the Cotswolds. The North of England is not to be overlooked too – with the magnificent Yorkshire Dales and Moors hiding medieval cities like York and vibrant modern centres such as Leeds.