Fun family getaways for summer
For those who may think they have left it to the last minute to book over the summer holidays, the UK’s largest holiday letting agency, cottages4you is on hand with availability throughout July and August.
With more than 10,000 properties within easy reach of the UK’s best attractions and activities there is still chance to secure your family break.
A selection of properties are detailed below, however there is still availability in a range of destinations throughout the UK including Cornwall, Devon, Scotland and Lake District.
Northumberland
East Sett Byre, Kirknewton, near Wooler
Property Reference: W41237
In a tranquil valley with three other cottages and a converted mill, located on the edge of the Northumberland National Park, this spacious former farm building has been sympathetically converted to provide fantastic family accommodation.
With a magnificent feature chimney breast, woodburner and beams in the living room, the whole house oozes character. The market town of Wooler is just six miles away and the area is steeped in history with sites of battle fields, old forts and castles all around. The Scottish border at Coldstream is approximately a 12 mile drive and the Northumberland Coast half an hour away.
Price £1,481 for seven nights self catering accommodation starting 30th July, sleeps six to eight people (from £26.45 pppn)
Bush House, Elsdon, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Property Reference: MTE
This spacious, detached, family holiday cottage is in the heart of the pretty village of Elsdon on the edge of the Northumberland National Park. With superb views over the countryside and a generous enclosed garden, this is the ideal location to explore this picturesque area.
This property is ideally located for walking, cycling, horse riding and touring the unspoilt county of Northumbria and the Scottish Borders. There are many public footpaths around Elsdon, noted for its fortified Pele Tower, its 14th-century church where the dead from the Battle of Otterburn are reputed to have been buried and the earthworks of a Norman motte and bailey castle.
Hadrian’s Wall, Alnwick, Kielder Reservoir and Newcastle are less than an hour’s drive. There are many castles in this very pretty and tranquil area.
Priced £1,495 for seven nights self catering accommodation starting 7th August 2010, sleeps eight people (from £26.70 pppn)
Cotswolds
Honeysuckle Cottage, Bourton on the Water
Property Reference: B4992
These comfortable semi-detached holiday cottages are situated on a quiet road yet are only five minutes’ walk from the centre of Bourton.
A large, enclosed, south-facing garden makes them ideal for a family visit. Bourton is a quintessentially English village with traditional tea and gift shops, restaurants and olde worlde pubs. The gentle shallow River Windrush meanders sedately through the village, and on either side is the village green. Here you can sit, relax and watch the world go by.
If you feel more energetic, swimming, horse riding, as well as a children’s play barn and a host of other activities (including fishing and golf) are available locally.
For larger groups both Honeysuckle (ref B4992) and neighbouring Oxleigh (ref HC17) can be booked together to sleep a total of 12 people.
Honeysuckle Cottage Priced £945 for seven nights self catering accommodation starting 7th August 2010, sleeps six people (from £22.50 pppn)
Lower Farm Cottage, North Littleton, near Evesham
Property Reference: 17812
Nestled in the peaceful village of North Littleton you will find this delightful detached stone cottage with a wealth of original features and rural charm.
The property provides an ideal base for a holiday exploring the Cotswold villages, Evesham, Stratford, Worcester or Cheltenham. Lovely walks, golf courses and children’s activities locally.
Priced £770 for seven nights self catering accommodation starting 13th August 2010, sleeps six people (from £18.33 pppn)
Peak District
Moorecroft, Buxton, Derbyshire
Property Reference: RLL4
This large, detached, Scandinavian-style house is situated just 400m from the heart of the pretty spa town of Buxton.
With its own large indoor heated swimming pool, cinema area with 7ft screen, games room, as well as open-plan layout, Moorecroft offers the perfect family holiday base. The property is decorated and furnished to a high standard. Walk from the door into the hills or stroll into the delightful town with its spectacular pavilion gardens, opera house, shops and restaurants to cater for all tastes.
Beautiful scenery and places to visit are in abundance, from caverns to castles, and stately homes to cycling trails. The picturesque market towns of Bakewell and Ashbourne are both within a half hour’s drive. Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and many quaint villages are well within easy reach.
Priced £3,062 for seven nights self catering accommodation starting 6th August 2010, sleeps ten people (from £43.74 pppn)
The Cow Shed, Kingsley Holt, Staffordshire
Property Reference: RGG2
This large detached barn has been converted to a very high standard and combines a strikingly modern interior with original features.
Situated on a non-working farm and adjoining another residence, The Cow Shed enjoys a paved sitting area perfect for enjoying pleasant summer evenings. The large living area boasts a gallery and a wood-burning stove. The property also has a unique double bedroom with a very large bed and a walk-in shower in the bathroom.
Kingsley Holt is an ideal area for Alton Towers and for exploring the great outdoors in the Southern Peak District and Staffordshire Moorlands, one of Britain’s best kept secrets. Riding, cycling and walks are in abundance locally, especially on the Staffordshire Way and Tissington Trail.
Priced £1,454 for seven nights self catering accommodation starting 21st August 2010, sleeps ten people (from £20.77 pppn)
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