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Cool Off at These Waterside Escapes

30th June 2025

Water Lily Lodge, Essex

A cool lake and a shady spot is sounding pretty good right now.

We've chosen some of the most idyllic UK properties by rivers and lakes, perfect for taking a refreshing dip, lounging in the shade, or simply soaking up the tranquil views. Beat the heat in style with these waterside retreats.

Take a look at all our stays beside rivers and lakes.
Lakes and River stays

Hunsett Mill

Stalham - Norfolk

Sleeps 9

Jaw-dropping and award winning holiday home incorporating a former mill keeper's cottage that recently featured on Grand Designs: House of the Year.

Kabn Company

Cairndow - Argyll & Bute

Cabins sleeping 2

Two architect designed cabins with loch views, wood-burning stoves and private beaches. A boutique retreat for two in West Scotland.

The Lakes at Wild with Nature

Attleborough - Norfolk

Huts & Yurts for 2 - 22 people

Glamping in luxury yurts and shepherd’s hut on the shores of stunning lakes in the Norfolk countryside, perfect for reconnecting with nature.

Cannon Belle

Bowness on Windermere - Windermere

Sleeps 11

Soak up incredible views of Lake Windermere from your private hot tub at Cannon Belle luxury waterfront residence.

In The Trees

Balquhidder - Perthshire

2-4

Designed by famed architect George Clarke, this award-winning, unique, and contemporary hotel overlooks Loch Voil and sits in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.

The Lady of the Twizzle

Walton-on-the-Naze - Essex

Sleeps 14

A floating maritme retreat with its own private quay, complete with a bubbling outdoor hot tub and a luxurious interior.

The Linhay

Braunton - Devon

2 +2

Get off the grid and back to nature enjoying a delightful Devon break in this wonderful stone building located in a secluded valley near the coast

Serendipity

South Cerney - Gloucestershire

Sleeps 8

Beautiful lakeside home in rural Gloucestershire with a private deck, outdoor seating, jacuzzi hot tub and lots of social spaces.

The Field House

Avernish - Kyle of Lochalsh

Sleeps 4

An architect-designed Highlands retreat that sits in perfect harmony within its stunning location on the banks of Loch Alsh.

Beams Holiday Home

Hallin - Isle Of Skye

Sleeps 4

Get a breath of fresh air with this beautifully renovated home with breathtaking panoramic views in North West Skye.

Cormorant

Stirling - Stirlingshire

Sleeps 6

Beautiful and modern lodge on the edge of a picturesque lake offering groups of up to six a modern, luxurious base in Stirlingshire.

Otters Holt

Cardigan - Ceredigion

Sleeps 10

Stunning retreat on the River Teifi offering deluxe furnishings, grand social spaces, a wood-fired sauna and a hot tub overlooking the water.

Kilchuimen House

Fort Augustus - Inverness-shire

Sleeps 8

This truly magical Highlands escape is located on the southern shore of Loch Ness and offers stunning views, open-plan living and luxurious interiors.

Treeopia

Tenbury Wells - Worcestershire

2 per treehouse

Step into a fairytale at award-winning Treeopia, two gorgeously, luxurious and romantic treehouses on the borders of Worcestershire, Shropshire and Herefordshire.

The Little Cabin

East Hoathly - East Sussex

Sleeps 2

Romantic lakeside cabin hidden away in the East Sussex countryside, perfect for a peaceful escape surrounded by nature.

Lakeview Farmhouse at Longlands Devon

Combe Martin - North Devon

Sleeps 20

This remarkable home in a peaceful Devon valley offers big groups opulent interiors and modern amenities, with stunning views.

The Old Workshop

Dunkeld - Perthshire

Sleeps 2

This bright, spacious studio is a peaceful retreat in Dunkeld, Perthshire with a cosy wood burning stove and a private patio overlooking a stream.

Forest Lodge

Bowness on Windermere - Cumbria

Sleeps 4

Beautiful and grand home in a peaceful wood on the edge of a picturesque lake close to Windermere in the Lake District.

Willow Cabin

Callander - Stirlingshire

Sleeps 8

Contemporary cabin on the banks of a scenic loch, offering groups of eight a tranquil break in rural Stirlingshire.

Willow Lodge

Cirencester - Wiltshire

Sleeps 2

Modern lakeside lodge in the Cotswolds with contemporary amenities, beautiful interiors and stunning views across the water.

Riverbank

Hunworth - Norfolk

Sleeps 4

This utterly unique cottage has been lovingly renovated creating a marvellously one-of-a-kind, luxury space in a peaceful North Norfolk setting.

Water Lily Lodge

White Colne - Essex

Sleeps 6

A beautifully secluded farm location and lake views right outside - Water Lily Lodge will introduce you to the hidden countryside of the Colne Valley

Duck House

South Cerney - Gloucestershire

Sleeps 8

Beautiful lakeside home with spacious waterfront terrace, alfresco dining, an open plan living area and a private hot tub.

The Wagons

Newdigate - Surrey

Sleeps 4

A beautifully refurbished antique workman’s wagon and a shepherd’s hut set on the edge of a private lake in the Surrey countryside.

Lake House Cottage

Northington - Hampshire

Sleeps 14

Charming, tranquil cottage surrounded by acres of gorgeous countryside on the edge of the South Downs National Park.

Albion Nights

Norwich - Norfolk

2 per cabin

Outdoor bathing and off-grid relaxation are on offer in rural Norfolk in these two charming, cosy cabins.

Gate House Lodge

Woodhall Spa - Lincolnshire

Sleeps 2

Cosy timber lodge in Lincolnshire with a sauna and lakeside mooring - the perfect romantic getaway.

Mayfly Cabin

Barnstaple - Devon

Sleeps 2

Wake up to life on the lake in this stunning cabin for two in North Devon, a tranquil retreat ideal for anglers and nature enthusiasts.

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