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Escape to the country – book a beautiful rural retreat! Choose from cosy country cottages, exquisitely converted farmhouses and Mediterranean-style fincas bursting with character.

Rural retreats provide the perfect setting for total relaxation. See our holiday cottages in Cornwall, the Cotswolds and the Lake District, or find a cottage with a mesmerising backdrop in Snowdonia or the Scottish Highlands. Further afield, explore the tranquillity and native wildlife in France, Italy or Spain from your own gite or trullo.

Some of our rural retreats come complete with private pools, BBQs, Jacuzzis and real log fires. They make perfect bases for hiking, cycling, fishing, or simply enjoying the peace and fresh air of the great outdoors.

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Chalet | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Charming apartment in a chalet do early twentieth century, and recently recovered. Neat and tasteful decoration, offering comfort. Located on the coast, with full views of the sea and the ocean, in a village on the Falesie, 50 meters from the beach.

from £36 / night

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£251 - £440 / week

2 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.1 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire

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Bungalow | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

The accommodation is well furnished with 4* selfcatering accreditation. Overlooking the village of Talybont toward the sea there is a rear terraced garden with a small conservatory for evening relaxation. The village of Talybont has a general store, Inn and restaurant. Walks into Snowdonia National Park are nearby, and a 10 minute stroll takes you to the long sandy beaches.

from £44 / night

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£304 - £788 / week

2 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 1 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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House | 5 bedrooms | Sleeps 11

Luxury modern self-catering accommodation in the beautiful Yarrow Valley in the Scottish Borders. Panoramic views. Very spacious contemporary designed house, perfect for large family groups. Quiet, rural location yet close to many attractions.

from £100 / night

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£704 - £1510 / week

Short stays welcome

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 65 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Villa | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

private, swimming pool, bbq, farm, amazing sea/mountain views, Wi Fi, friendly environment, away from it all, romantic, ideal for cycling, hiking, ecotourism, outdoor activities, ideal for families, children friendly, wheelchair accessible, internet access.

from £98 / night

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£684 - £1282 / week

3 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 5 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • Air conditioning
  • May take pets – please enquire

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Only 5 minutes from the village centre in Seahouses, with wood burning stove, 3 good size bedrooms, utility room/boot room, enclosed garden, gas BBQ, outdoor heater, washer/dryer, off road parking for up to 3 cars. One storey property.

from £50 / night

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£350 - £710 / week

3 nights min stay

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House | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 7

Charming, newly renovated period property in a pretty village in the Vendee.The building formed part of the original chateau dwellings for the church offering a very interesting history. Renovated to a very high standard whilst retaining wonderful original features. Newly renovated property with fabulous swimming pool and close to wonderful sandy beaches of Atlantic coast.

from £78 / night

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£545 - £1133 / week

1 night min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 45 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed

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Townhouse | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Charming village house in the wonderfully unspoilt valley Tropical.

from £38 / night

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£269 - £359 / week

2 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 10 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed

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House | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Stunning waterside self catering holiday home, sleeps up to 8 in 4 bedrooms located in the twin toens of Ballina and Kilalloe in County Clare, Ireland.

from £60 / night

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£418 - £867 / week

3 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 4 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Apartment | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

In schönster Lage ganz oben auf dem Findorffberg in Worpswede,3 Zimmer, 86m2, toller Blick auf Bremen, am Waldrand, grosser Garten, Grilplatz, frisch renoviert , modern und mit Worpsweder Kunst eingerichtet, zentrumsnah, Grillplatz für bis zu 6 Personen. Wir bieten wir Ihnen viel Bequemlichkeit, Funktionalität und einmalige Wohnqualität. Herzlich Willkommen.

from £71 / night

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£494 - £673 / week

3 nights min stay

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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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Villa | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Spacious villa, ideal for a family seeking rural seclusion, with very private garden and pool, air conditioning, Wi-Fi and delightful mountain views. Also great for walkers, mountain bikers or nature lovers and close to vast sandy beaches. Just soak up the sun or explore this historical area of Spain, away from the tourist hordes.

from £55 / night

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£385 - £630 / week

4 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 15 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • Air conditioning

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House | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Tastefully furnished to accommodate large or small families looking for a relaxing riverside holiday but with activities nearby. Characterful without compromising a hint of luxury. Wifi, French and English TV channels. Huge gardens with fruit trees leading down to the river (locked gate access, key given on request)

from £93 / night

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£650 - £900 / week

1 night min stay

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 160 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Studio | Sleeps 2

Mountain village, typical of Italian/French south of France villages. With shops, restaurants, doctors... Hiking, paragliding, cross country biking, River, historical architecture, ligne Maginot, horse riding, very close to Italy, to the beach,Golf, Casino Skiing. a lot of outdoor sports, as well as cultural visits (museums, honeyfarm...) , local products -cheese, honey-

from £38 / night

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£269 - £359 / week

3 nights min stay

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Key info:

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

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Cottage | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

Super kingsize or twin beds Wood buring stove Full Sky TV with 32 inch HD TV & DVD player IPod docking station & HiFi Spectacular views from the living room Walking & cycling from the door Suggested walking & cycling routes provided to keep you busy for a week. See our website at http://www.thecowshedatlettoch.co.uk/ for online booking, price & availability details.

from £54 / night

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£375 - £550 / week

2 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 110 km
  • Not suitable for children
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed

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Villa | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Luxury 3 bedroom villa with heated pool, pool table, Wifi. Close to local amenities and sandy beach. Puerto Santiago, Los Gigantes.

from £129 / night

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£900 - £1300 / week

Short stays welcome

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Farmhouse | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Villa, country house , cottages, tuscany, sea nearby. Many activities, boating, cycling, trekking, swimming. Close to many restaurants and sight seeing of old towns. The Natural Park of Maremma is a wild life preserved area. The cottages are newly decorated. Beautifully views of the country side and the bay. You can relax in your private garden.

from £90 / night

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£628 - £2692 / week

2 nights min stay

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Key info:

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