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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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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

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£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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House | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Newly Renovated Fully fitted Kitchen TV French/English. Situated in the Charente countryside near the hamlet of Exideuil on the banks of the river Vienne.

from £37 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£257 - £472 / week

1 night min stay

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Key info:

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

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Chalet | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 3

Charming apartment chalet in the early twentieth century, recently restored and renovated. Tastefully decorated, offering the necessary comfort. Situated on the coast, with total sea view, in typical village, on the cliff, 50 meters from the beach.

from £45 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£314 - £408 / 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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House | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Typical Italian house with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen with fireplace, living room and roof terrace and excellent views to Parco Nazionale di Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga. The house is just outside the village of Farindola. The swimming pool is on ca. 200 meters. Excellent house for walking in mountains, italian festivals, relaxing on sandy beach, eating italian food.

from £51 / night

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£354 - £817 / week

5 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 30 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • May take pets – please enquire

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

A wonderful modern cottage converted from a characterful Georgian coaching inn. Excellent location in 'Three Peaks County', ideal for exploring the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. In the edge of the picturesque village of Ingleton with many shops, pubs and cafes. Local attractions include the Ingleton Waterfalls Walk, White Scar Caves and Settle-Carlisle Railway.

from £45 / night

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£315 - £567 / week

3 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 30 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Log cabin | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Rorbu, Lofoten, Norway, Fishing, Nature, sea, Sörvågen, Moskenes, hiking, kayaking, sea eagle, We can help you finding the best way to go to Lofoten. More information at www.authentic-lofoten.com.

from £141 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£987 - £1122 / week

3 nights min stay

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Key info:

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

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Villa | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Danube Delta - Luxury Villa for rent Amazing UNESCO natural reservation, the Danube Delta is the largest and best preserved Europe's Delta. The Delta is in fact a labyrinth of branches, channels, swamps, lakes, sand banks and endless passages of reeds. Birdwatching, fishes, 1200 species of plants and trees, 300 species of birds and 100 species of fishes.

from £135 / night

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£942 - £1068 / week

1 night min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 3 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets welcome

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Studio | Sleeps 4

Estudio en alquiler vacacional ideal para 4 personas, gran piscina, pista de tenis, recepción atendida 24 horas, ascensores, Ideal para turismo familiar o con amigos. Zona de ocio a menos de 100 metros (restauratnes y tiendas), playa a 800 metros, cerca Hidropark.

from £26 / night

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£184 - £372 / week

7 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed

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Apartment | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 3

Torre dei Corsari,Sardinia,Costa verde,Arbus.

from £45 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£315 - £525 / week

Short stays welcome

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Located in a most attractive landscape, on a hill first line on the beach between charming villages of Nerja and Torrox on Costa del Sol, this beautiful two bedroom apartment (63m2) with terrace promises you an unforgettable holiday.

from £74 / night

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£521 - £1316 / week

1 night min stay

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Apartment | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

Perfect location for your holiday, ground floor one bedroom apartment with 40m2 terrace and amazing sea views located first line on the beach between lovely villages of Nerja and Torrox.

from £60 / night

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£419 - £1083 / week

1 night min stay

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Inserted in the forest in a 2acres plot this property is in the center of the village of Furnas. It is a private property with excellent sights, natural gardens, a lake and a cave. It is advisable to rent a car to move around since you have the facility to park inside t.

from £111 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£776 - £1074 / week

3 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 8 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed

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Chalet | 14 bedrooms | Sleeps 30

CHALET situated in the middle of the wonderful DOLOMITI, In the SUPERSKI area: The sky slopes are at 5 minutes by car. At 5km from Austria and Tirol, is ideal to make mervalleous walking beetween Italy and Austria, passing along beautiful trails, mountain lakes and un.

from £150 / night

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£1050 - £3465 / week

2 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 140 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car essential
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Villa | 5 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Villa in Sevrier, Haute Savoie, with breathtaking views of Lake Annecy.

from £372 / night

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£2603 - £3500 / week

3 nights min stay

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Key info:

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

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Condo | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

House next to the beach, ocean and beach view, center of town, three bedrooms, courtyard, close to the beach, satellite TV, WiFi.

from £51 / night

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£359 - £565 / week

4 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.01 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
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