20 CoolStays in the Countryside
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20 CoolStays in the Countryside

21st May 2020

Here are 20 of the most tranquil rural retreats around the UK to inspire your travel daydreams. From snug little shepherds huts, to classic cottages, to rambling country homes, each of these beautiful holiday properties is a little piece of heaven, secluded in the peaceful countryside.

South Coombe Shepherds Hut

Witheridge - Devon

Sleeps 2

With its luscious Devon countryside views, stylish interior and gorgeous hot-tub - this shepherd's hut will sweep you off your feet.

Water Tower Rousdon

Rousdon - Devon

Sleeps 10

Indulge in the ultimate luxury at Water Tower, a five bedroom holiday home set within a 350 acre estate on the Devon and Dorset border.

Eagle's Nest

Symondsbury - Dorset

Sleeps 6

Gorgeous traditional thatched cottage, hidden away in the Dorset Countryside close to the Jurassic coast, ideal for small groups or family getaways.

Olive

Bramshott - Hants

Sleeps 5

Rest up and recuperate in the Hampshire countryside in your very own double decker bus - a unique way to enjoy the peace and quiet of nature.

Sussex AirShip

Nr. Billingshurst - West Sussex

Sleeps 3

Contemporary design meets the beauty of nature at the Sussex AirShip, a state-of-the-art structure in its own private piece of woodland in the West Sussex hamlet of Five Oaks.

Eye Hall

Cambridge - Cambridgeshire

Sleeps 10

Romance, style and luxury are on offer in abundance in this traditional, listed 16th Century Cambridgeshire manor house.

Upper Valley Barn

Powys - Wales

Sleeps 14

Gorgeous six bedroom barn conversion with hot tub and valley views, brimming with character near Powys.

The Welsh Gatehouse

Chepstow - Monmouthshire

Sleeps 2

Remarkable 700 year old historic gatehouse lovingly restored as a couples bolthole - Cosy up by the fire or venture out and explore the beautiful Wye Valley.

The Shed

Slaithwaite - West Yorkshire

Sleeps 9+2

Beautiful lodge constructed using sustainable materials and overlooking the stunning Colne Valley, perfect for large groups.

Studford Luxury Lodges

Ampleforth - North Yorkshire

Sleeps 6

A cluster of exclusive, treehouse lodges in the lush, Yorkshire moors, with luxe interiors, steamy hot tubs and private, in-lodge saunas…

Gayles Hall Barns

Richmond - North Yorkshire

Sleeps 14

Gayles Hall Barns is an idyllic rural holiday home, located in the North Yorkshire countryside, comprising of two large self-catering houses.

Crumble Cottage

Nr Cartmel - Cumbria

Sleeps 2

Stunning rustic cottage with gorgeous views of Cumbria, the ideal romantic getaway for a long weekend in the Lake District.

Netherby Treehouse

Longtown - Cumbria

Sleeps 4

Delightful treehouse amidst the verdant Netherby Estate in Northern Cumbria - ideal for couples or a small family with kids 7+.

The Station House

Wooler - Northumberland

Sleeps 9

Extraordinary sprawling detached house, with ample outdoor space, hot tub, and sleeping room for nine guests in Northumberland.

Rink Hill

Tweed Valley - Scottish Borders

Sleeps 2

Romantic, modern hideaway with fantastic views and private hot tub, off-the-beaten track and tucked into the hillside in the Scottish Borders

Home Farm Cottage

Stranraer - Wigtownshire

Sleeps 5

Luxury cottage set in the scenic surroundings of the Corsewall Estate near Stranraer

Glenshee Treehouses

Blairgowrie - Perth and Kinross

Sleeps 2 per treehouse

Romantic Scottish treehouses with private hot tubs and gorgeous views of the Perthshire countryside

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.

The Boat House at Rothiemurchus

by Aviemore - Highlands

Sleeps 6

Cosy, and stylish, traditional and modern, this lovely Scottish house is surrounded by the most magical Cairngorms scenery.

Cruckbarn

Leominster - Herefordshire

Sleeps 5

Head to the hills this holiday and stay at this secluded, eco-fuelled house with stunning views, a campfire and plenty of local walks.

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