Rural Retreats: Over 920 Idyllic Holiday Cottages in the UK
The standards of comfort and furnishings at our holiday cottages will be second-to-none, and the surroundings truly superb. The Rural Retreats portfolio represents the best luxury self-catering holiday cottages across the UK. Choose from over 800 elegant, hand-picked holiday homes, each one carefully selected to meet our high standards of comfort.
Your shortlisted properties
- I met some lovely people on the retreat, really hope to stay in touch with them.
- Of the different locations we have on our site, Iceland is definitely unique and not one we come across so often – this is not an opportunity to be missed.
- This really rural retreat features yoga and hiking, rest and relaxation, at the peaceful and highly rated Seven Springs Retreat Center.
- We have many countryside stays within easy reach of both Birmingham and Bristol, particularly across Devon, Somerset, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, the Wye Valley, Cheshire and the Cotswolds.
- If you’re short on time but need a break from your daily routine, this 3-day retreat in Woodinville might give you the respite you need to reset your mind and bring all your newfound knowledge back to the "real" world.
Countryside holidays UK travellers return to year after year are often defined by their setting. From the rolling hills of the Cotswolds and Yorkshire to the lakes, valleys and wild landscapes of Scotland, the UK offers an extraordinary variety of rural destinations. Some guests choose secluded countryside retreats surrounded by farmland and woodland, while others prefer luxury rural stays close to market towns, walking routes and local food producers. Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a family break or a longer countryside holiday, these rural retreats provide a slower pace, open landscapes and the opportunity to spend time in some of Britain’s most beautiful locations. Farm stays offer a wonderful way to experience the countryside from a different perspective.
Day Women’s Destress and Reset Retreat in Wales, UK
From helping you find the perfect retreat to taking care of you when things go wrong, we treat you like family. Imagine weekend countryside retreats filled with regional flair delicious meals, morning yoga practices, afternoon hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains, and playful evening workshops to cultivate mindfulness and creativity. I had so many accomplishments, feel so much better, more positive, healthier, happier. Many feature multiple reception rooms, generous dining areas and outdoor spaces that make them particularly well suited to longer stays in the countryside. From secluded cabins for two to larger country homes designed for gathering, each retreat offers space, privacy and a connection to the landscape. Stylish sleeps 2 eco-friendly lodge with magnificent loch views and its own rowing boat, ideal for an off-grid holiday in the Scottish Highlands.
Whether you’re planning a romantic break, family holiday or a longer countryside escape, you’ll find accommodation suited to a variety of travel styles and locations. The UK offers a wide range of countryside settings for rural brickmoor bed & breakfas retreats and luxury countryside escapes. Popular locations include the Peak District, the Lake District, Devon and the Scottish Highlands, each known for open landscapes and slower-paced surroundings. For quieter stays, areas such as Herefordshire, Shropshire and the Wye Valley offer a more private, less visited alternative with access to walking routes, rivers and rolling countryside.
While many of our rural retreats are designed for couples and smaller escapes, this collection also includes a number of larger homes suited to group travel. These exclusive-use properties are ideal for larger groups, offering generous entertaining spaces, multiple bedrooms and layouts designed for shared stays. Many sleep 10+ guests, making them well suited to family gatherings, celebrations and weekends away with friends. For quintessentially British villages with rolling countryside, explore the charming Cotswolds and get inspiration on where to stay in the Cotswolds here. To delve into the history of the UK, roam the ancient meadows of the wonderful Northumberland countryside, home to sweeping forests and enchanting sites. As dog-lovers ourselves, we know how important a four-legged-friend really is.
The Coach House at Mount Pleasant Barns
With so many beautiful holiday properties to pick from, it can be hard to know where to start. From new arrivals to old favourites, romantic boltholes to dog-friendly retreats, take a look at just a few of our favourite UK self-catering holiday cottages here. Alternatively, give our team a call and they’ll be glad to help you find your dream getaway. We have many countryside stays within easy reach of both Birmingham and Bristol, particularly across Devon, Somerset, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, the Wye Valley, Cheshire and the Cotswolds. These locations offer open landscapes, quieter surroundings and direct access to walking routes, making them ideal for shorter breaks without extended travel.
The acomodation was very cosy, very clean, very quiet and peaceful. The place catered for all one’s needs, and her hospitality made me feel very safe and relaxed. Please allow up to 7 days before you receive your first e-newsletter. Because, quite honestly, never has there been a time when the peace and quiet afforded by a whimsical English cottage is so very much needed and appreciated. It stopped at 6 o’clock and I spent a lot of nights hungry, you couldn’t take food into your room so I couldn’t order snacks earlier to take them up to my room for later. Of the different locations we have on our site, Iceland is definitely unique and not one we come across so often – this is not an opportunity to be missed.
Large 8 bedroom country house with warm bubbly outdoor hot tub and rural setting, just 11 miles from Glastonbury. Beautifully furnished family-friendly holiday cottage with an outside heated swimming pool, extensive gardens, plus a trampoline and table-tennis, just 100 metres walk from the beach at Seatown. All urban residents need an occasional holiday to an idyllic location in healing nature. That’s why television shows and seemingly every stunning publication in the check-out aisle feature beautiful country homes. Tents or other tiny living spaces out in the countryside have never been so popular.
Perhaps you’re looking for holiday cottages in a peaceful location for a romantic getaway, a wild retreat experience, or a family-friendly farm cottage for relaxed rural stays with the children. This collection brings together distinctive countryside retreats UK guests can use for short breaks, longer stays and slower family holidays. Our countryside holidays collection includes luxury cottages, converted barns, cabins, shepherd’s huts, country houses and unique rural retreats.
So, whether you’re planning a summer holiday by the sea or a cosy winter escape in the country, you’re bound to find something that suits you. Plan a refined escape with this guide to Cotswolds country house hotels, from Michelin-starred dining and spa estates to romantic manors with landscaped gardens and dog-friendly stays. Learn how to decode “family friendly”, compare two‑night vs three‑night value, and choose child‑friendly country retreats with kids’ clubs, pools and practical amenities. 5 Star rated rural holiday barn, just outside the Norfolk Broads, with access to excellent shared leisure facilities including a hot tub, a games room, a gym, a children’s play area.
Reiki was fantastic, I truly felt the healing energy flow from her, something I had never fully connected in with before from others. Charming romantic retreat with views out to the Malvern Hills, less than 8 miles from Ledbury and 10 miles from Hereford and close to the Wye Valley AONB. If you’re a rural retreat enthusiast wanting to visit a place of outstanding natural beauty, you can’t do much better than Smoky Mountain National Park in Tennessee. I met some lovely people on the retreat, really hope to stay in touch with them. I wanted to kick-start my diet, do some yoga, and spend time in nature.