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Chalet with spectacular loch and mountain views - Crianlarich chalet sleeps 4
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park / Crianlarich
2 4 Min stay varies
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 50 km
- Child friendly
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from £157 / night
Chesil Lodge Cottage - West Bexington chalet sleeps 6
Dorset / West Bexington
2 6 Min stay varies
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.1 km
- Child friendly
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from £70 / night
Villa Lucca - Gordon's Bay chalet sleeps 4
Cape Town / Gordon's Bay
2 4 Min stay varies
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 3 km
- Swimming pool
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from £55 / night
Featured properties
13 2 Bedrooms / sleeps 6
Le Touquet – Paris-Plage, Nord-Pas-de-Calais
13 4 Bedrooms / sleeps 8
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13 6 Bedrooms / sleeps 12
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13 1 Bedroom / sleeps 4
Arroyo de la Miel, Costa del Sol
13 3 Bedrooms / sleeps 7
San Sebastian - Donostia, Basque Country
13 2 Bedrooms / sleeps 5
San Sebastian - Donostia, Basque Country
The Chalet in Cornwall - Atlantic Bays Holiday Park - St Merryn chalet sleeps 5
Padstow / Atlantic Bays Holiday Park, St Merryn
2 5 7 nights min
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 5
- 7 nights min
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 3 km
- Child friendly
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from £28 / night
“absolutely lovely and couldnt have been nicer,fantastic”
This chalet was perfect and cant find anything negative to say it was a lovely site and the chalet itself was clean, comfortable and high quality.the reception staff were very helpful.we had a really … More
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“Excellent choice for a holiday”
We stayed in the chalet from 6th - 13th July 2013. The accommodation was excellent, very clean and well provided. Everything you need for a holiday was there. We have stayed in several other chalet… More
Thank you. We are so glad you liked the chalet.
“Ideal base to explore the wonder's of Cornwall.”
Another excellent holiday in "The Chalet" which is found on a quiet family friendly site in North Cornwall. It is ideally placed to discover all of Cornwall especially the North coastline, It is close… More
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The Hamptons - Bracklesham Bay chalet sleeps 4
Chichester / Bracklesham Bay
2 4 Min stay varies
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Swimming pool
- Child friendly
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from £39 / night
“I know I've rated very good but is between very good and excelent”
Visiting Goodwood Festival of Speed the property was an excellent base for that also surrounding areas. Lovely private patio accommodation was a nice little bolt hole, home from home would recommen… More
The Squirrel - Saint-Laurent-des-Hommes chalet sleeps 5
Dordogne / Saint-Laurent-des-Hommes
2 5 7 nights min
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 5
- 7 nights min
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Swimming pool
- Suitable for children age 5+
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from £38 / night
Lodge 110 Kingsdown Holiday Park - Kingsdown chalet sleeps 8
Deal / Kingsdown
3 8 Min stay varies
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 8
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Swimming pool
- Child friendly
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from £45 / night
'The Shed' at Mudeford - Mudeford chalet sleeps 4
Christchurch / Mudeford
2 4 Min stay varies
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.1 km
- Swimming pool
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from £114 / night
“Wonderful stay”
What a fantastic place! The accommodation is superb, the situation outstanding and the chalet is presented in the finest possible way with so much attention to detail. We have previously stayed in a… More
Thank you so much for such a glowing review, I will pass on your compliments to the team. They all work very hard to get everything as right as they can and will be very pleased to know that it is noticed and appreciated. From our side it is also a pleasure to have such wonderful guests staying and who take such good care of the property and enjoy the full experience of what it has to offer. Please do come back and stay again. Regards Ian & Jane (Mud Huts)
“A little bit of luxury overlooking the beach".”
I have just returned from a few days break in this beautifully appointed lodge. It really is a "Little bit of luxury overlooking the beach". The nearby fishing harbour is unspoilt and has its own pr… More
“Terrific sea view”
Gorgeous view. Brand new well equipped chalet. Ian and jane were very helpful with online booking difficulties and kitchen bin lid fitting.… More
LAZY COTTAGE ON THE RIVER BANKS - Bardez chalet sleeps 12
Goa / Bardez
4 12 1 night min
- 4 bedrooms
- Sleeps 12
- 1 night min
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Child friendly
- Air conditioning
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from £78 / night
“awesome”
Very good trip of Goa. We enjoy a lot because of the beautiful house. The facilities was good. I would like to come again and again.… More
“Nice place to stay in goa”
Location is very good and arrangements made by Cap. Leo are very detailed. It was a pleasant surprise to find everything that we needed.… More
“Extraordinaire”
Parti avec des amis pour quelques jours, le bilan: ultra positif : -maison mitoyenne à d'autres maison proche de Old Goa (2 km on peut y aller à pied) -route passante à proximité avec une grande… More
Cotos De Monterrey, Venturada - Venturada chalet sleeps 6
Community of Madrid / Venturada
4 6 7 nights min
- 4 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 7 nights min
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Swimming pool
- Child friendly
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from £207 / night
“Not suitable for young children, word of caution about the layout of this house”
The house really is best described as a 3 bedroom house with a master bedroom suite and two single bedrooms. There is a second double bedroom but this is located on the underside of the house and is a… More
Casa SanTiago - Melres chalet sleeps 9
Gondomar / Melres
4 9 Min stay varies
- 4 bedrooms
- Sleeps 9
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.5 km
- Swimming pool
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from £134 / night
Fisher - Crianlarich chalet sleeps 2
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park / Crianlarich
1 2 Min stay varies
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 50 km
- Child friendly
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from £122 / night
Sea Whispers - Yaverland chalet sleeps 4
Sandown / Yaverland
2 4 7 nights min
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 7 nights min
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.5 km
- Child friendly
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from £35 / night
“Beautiful”
Such a beautiful chalet with lots of space. Excellent location for children as they could just play out on the green. Lovely decor and a well equipped kitchen. Cannot find any faults at all, will hope… More
“Best holiday ever - Accommodation was fantastic”
I have never stopped in accommodation where you are given tea, coffee, biscuits, sugar, milk, juice and wine in the welcome pack. Everywhere was spotlessly clean and extremely comfy. We would definite… More
“Home from Home”
Very clean , comfortable and very well equipped. Lovely to be met by the owners and to have their contact phone number in case of any problems ( there weren't any!) The welcome pack was the best we e… More
90 Golden Bay Holiday village - Westward Ho chalet sleeps 6
Bideford / Westward Ho
3 6 Min stay varies
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.1 km
- Child friendly
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from £75 / night
“Highly recommended!”
Unbelievable value, great location and excellent facilities - ideal for our family group (mum, dad, 2 kids and wheelchair bound grandma). We all loved it and will try to book again for our 3rd stay AS… More
“Lovely accommodation with an amazing sea view.”
Lovely accommodation with a beautiful sea view. Perfect for a short break/relaxing holiday situated next to an unspoilt beach. The whole family had a great few days away and we are already looking to … More
“Convenient and practical”
The property provides clean, basic accommodation in an ideal location for the beach and facilities in The Ho! ....and the views from the front of the property looking out across the bay!!!… More
Villa Can Miro - Sant Rafael chalet sleeps 8
Ibiza / Sant Rafael
4 8 5 nights min
- 4 bedrooms
- Sleeps 8
- 5 nights min
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 3 km
- Swimming pool
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from £207 / night
“Fantastic Villa, Great Location, Lovely Owner”
We stayed in Villa Can Miro at the start of June 2016 and we had such an amazing experience. Aida (the owner) couldn't have been more helpful. We were arriving late and so all of the shops would be sh… More
Wooden Lakeside Cottage, Private Pool, Limousin - Nexon chalet sleeps 6
Haute-Vienne / Nexon
3 6 2 nights min
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 2 nights min
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Swimming pool
- Child friendly
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from £70 / night
Samiotissa - Chamonix Town Centre chalet sleeps 8
Chamonix / Chamonix Town Centre
3 8 Min stay varies
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 8
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Ski
- Child friendly
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from £130 / night
“Great holidays”
A very nice stay in this very well located Chalet, 10min walk from Chamonix and between 10 to 20min to any resort with the local shuttle (free). The chalet is comfortable and cosy. We had a lovely sta… More
Chalet with spectacular loch and mountain views - Crianlarich chalet sleeps 4
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park / Crianlarich
2 4 Min stay varies
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Child friendly
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from £164 / night
Eagles Rest - Geary chalet sleeps 2
Isle of Skye / Geary
1 2 Min stay varies
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 2 km
- Child friendly
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from £100 / night
“Fantastic!”
Perfect cottage in stunning location. Cottage is of a high standard with everything you could wish for. Owners are very friendly and helpful and the welcome hamper was the best we have ever had. Highl… More
“A lovely cottage in a beautiful part of Skye”
We had a lovely holiday in Skye. The cottage was lovely, really cute with everything you would need. The welcome hamper was a lovely additional touch. We really enjoyed out time in the cottage and … More
“Great hosts and accommodation”
Great location all mod cons for single traveller wishing a base. Scary stairs not for the infirm and the bedroom mezzanine is low on head room. Im 5ft6 and still managed to crack my head on the velux.… More
Chalet Charlotte - Fusch an der Glocknerstrasse chalet sleeps 12
Salzburg Region / Fusch an der Glocknerstrasse
5 12 Min stay varies
- 5 bedrooms
- Sleeps 12
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 13 km
- Swimming pool
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from £155 / night
Holiday Log Cabin Glan Gwna Detached - Caeathro chalet sleeps 4
Caernarfon / Caeathro
2 4 Min stay varies
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 2 km
- Swimming pool
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from £70 / night
“Everything We Hoped for and More”
The Chalet was very clean with a lovely not overlooked veranda which in the evening was so quiet and peaceful which with a glass of red wine was perfect . The owners were very helpful and explained … More
“peace fully”
It was very nice had a lovely time the cabin was very nice and clean had every thing you need. The camp was small but good had a heated swimming pool out said .dogs are welcome in the camp plenty to … More
Pen-y-Bryn - Caeathro chalet sleeps 4
Caernarfon / Caeathro
2 4 Min stay varies
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Swimming pool
- Child friendly
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from £70 / night
“Well kept, gorgeous views and comfortable rooms!”
Very lovely little chalet and very dog friendly. Sparkling clean bathroom and bedrooms and the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to cook and keep our food for the week. Ironing board suppl… More
“Beautiful location, ideal for exploring Snowdonia”
The chalet was well equipped, and impeccably maintained, with everything we needed for a short stay with our two year old. The location in the park was beautiful - the weather certainly helped - and w… More
“Nice Weekend”
Lovely little chalet in a prime location, quick drive to town but also a short walk if you want a drink. Lovely holiday park for families or couples. Nicely furnished home kept very clean! Very helpfu… More
Otters Holt - Bacton chalet sleeps 6
Norfolk / Bacton
2 6 Min stay varies
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.05 km
- Child friendly
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from £55 / night
“Peaceful, beautiful location”
My husband and I stayed at Otter's Holt for one week (end July/begining aug) with our 4 children aged 15, 12, 10 and 6 and our little dog. We received the key and all instructions we needed one week b… More
Glad you had a good time, and do come back again. Re the wifi, there are 2 operators on site - please choose the Rainbows End Park one, which is generally reliable. The Park Wifi one is useless in our chalet!
“Grandchildren's weekend”
We had a wonderful weekend. The accomodation was perfect for our needs (three children could share the second bedroom) and the situation with the grassed area outside the chalet and so close to the se… More
“Lovely Stay. Lovely Place”
Lovely chalet with more room than expected. Clean and comfortable. Price was reasonable at the time we went too. Couldn't get any close to the beach, perfect. The park is great if you require a quiet… More
Thank you for your lovely review. We have listened to our guests and have ordered a gate for the veranda. Hopefully it will be going in very soon. Look forward to welcoming you back another time.
from £48 / night
“The best place to stay in Cinque Terre”
I had originally planned to come to the Cinque Terre about a week later than I actually did. My plan was to stay in Vernazza as my slow down part of my trip and then I heard about an amazing place to… More
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medmerry park holiday village 14l hollys haven !!! - Earnley chalet sleeps 4
West Sussex / Earnley
2 4 2 nights min
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 2 nights min
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Swimming pool
- Child friendly
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from £40 / night
“Perfect place to get away”
We had the loveliest few days at Medmerry holiday park! Our chalet was so clean and had everything possible! Was definatly a home from home experience! The location is spot on... Medmerry itself is so… More
Thankyou for a lovely review and so pleased you enjoyed your stay at hollys haven.
Chalet Chez Maurice - Vacheresse chalet sleeps 8
Haute-Savoie / Vacheresse
4 8 Min stay varies
- 4 bedrooms
- Sleeps 8
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Ski
- Child friendly
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from £138 / night
Holiday Chalet Stalham Norfolk Broads - Stalham chalet sleeps 4
Norfolk / Stalham
2 4 Min stay varies
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Swimming pool
- Child friendly
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from £32 / night
“Perfect”
Really enjoyable stay and ideal location. Comfortable and relaxing accommodation. Plenty of relaxing and important reading. Safe lawn for our daughter to play. Pool and playground perfect to coo… More
Thank you for choosing our chalet for your holiday and your lovely review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Welcome back anytime.
Unique Coastal Hideaway with Panoramic Views - Nefyn chalet sleeps 2
Gwynedd / Nefyn
1 2 Min stay varies
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.1 km
- Pet friendly
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from £80 / night
Le Mazot - Saint-Gervais-les-Bains chalet sleeps 6
Haute-Savoie / Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
3 6 Min stay varies
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Ski
- Child friendly
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from £85 / night
“Lovely little chalet.”
This was the second time I've stayed at Le Mazot, and I highly recommend it. The chalet is charming, cozy and incredibly well-equipped for its size. Better still - you can just about see the nearest s… More
“A few lines to recount our holiday this summer at the Mazot.”
We were expecting a small quaint typical chalet of the region from the pictures on the website but had not anticipated such charm. This can't be captured on the photos. We were four adults and two c… More
Prysken, Padstow - Padstow chalet sleeps 3
Cornwall / Padstow
1 3 Min stay varies
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Suitable for children age 5+
- Private garden
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from £50 / night
Tigh Eilidh (The Cabin on the Hill) - Breakish chalet sleeps 3
Isle of Skye / Breakish
1 3 Min stay varies
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 3 km
- Ask owner if suitable for children
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from £115 / night
Casa Daniela, Talamanca - Paseo Maritimo - Ibiza chalet sleeps 9
Ibiza Town / Paseo Maritimo, Ibiza
3 9 Min stay varies
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 9
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.05 km
- Child friendly
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from £261 / night
“Fabulous location”
Our stay at Casa Berlin was perfect. Ramón and Magarita are the ideal hosts - on hand with their welcoming and generous hospitality when needed, but the rest of the time allowing us to enjoy the prop… More
Thanks very much for your nice review. We just try to do our best for our guests: you are enjoying your holidays and we are just trying to make it easy for you. We are really happy when our guests value the great location and the peacefull place of our houses. Thanks again, and see you next year. Ramón and Margarita
simply great casa pierret - Sutri chalet sleeps 4
Province of Viterbo / Sutri
1 4 2 nights min
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 2 nights min
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 35 km
- Child friendly
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from £69 / night
Ghillies - Crianlarich chalet sleeps 8
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park / Crianlarich
3 8 Min stay varies
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 8
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Swimming pool
- Child friendly
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from £313 / night
Fairview - Wootton Bridge chalet sleeps 6
Isle of Wight / Wootton Bridge
2 6 Min stay varies
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- Min stay varies
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Child friendly
- Ask about pets
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from £69 / night
“Clean reasonably well equipped chalet good base for holiday.”
Good communication leading up to stay, very good communication during stay. Very happy with chalet.Would be happy to use the accommodation again. Little bit out of the way but I guess that's reflected… More