Give your dad a Father’s Day to remember
If your dad is difficult to buy for, then why not treat him to a wonderful UK break with cottages4you for a Father’s Day gift with a difference.
There are more than 10,000 properties across the country, within easy reach of dad-friendly activities and attractions. From breaks for walkers, historians, adventurous dads and fans of real ale, there is something to please even the most hard-to-buy-for fathers.
For real ale fans, treat your dad to a brewery break
Beech View, Uley, nr. Dursley
Property reference: W41560
Set in a scenic Cotswold valley nestling under Uley Bury, an ancient British hill fort, Uley is the perfect base for a restful retreat. The property provides stunning views and walking routes across the Severn Valley, ensuring walkers work up a thirst.
The Uley Brewery is on hand to quench your thirst and show beer lovers how the tasty local ale is made, ideal for fans of real ale.
Priced from £367.50 for seven nights self catering accommodation starting 18th June 2010 (saving 10%), sleeps two to four people (from £13.13 per person per night)
Priced from £262.20 for four nights self catering accommodation starting 5th July 2010 (saving 10%), sleeps two to four people (from £16.39 per person per night)
For history fans, treat your dad to a Hadrian’s Wall Holiday
The Stables, Langley-on-Tyne, Northumberland
Property Reference: MSZ
Set in three quarters of an acre of gardens with stunning views towards Hadrian’s Wall and uninterrupted open countryside, this charming family-sized detached barn conversion is perfectly located to explore the area.
This is the ideal location to explore all of Northumberland including the magnificent Heritage Coast inundated with glorious castles and sandy beaches. The historic remains of Hadrian’s Wall stretching 73 miles with many forts steeped in history are ideal for dads who are history enthusiasts.
Priced £701.25 for three nights self catering accommodation starting 18th June 2010 (saving 15%), sleeps eight people (from £29.22 per person per night)
Priced £1,173 for seven nights self catering accommodation starting 9th July 2010 (saving 15%), sleeps eight people (from £20.95 per person per night)
For car fans, treat your dad to a Silverstone Experience
Close View, Swalcliffe
Property Reference: 16377
Set in an elevated spot in the pretty village of Swalcliffe is this 300 year old semi detached cottage.
The village can be found on the edge of the Cotswolds providing the ideal base from which to explore this delightful region with Stratford-upon-Avon just ten miles away and Banbury six miles.
The property is around 45 minutes drive from Silverstone, where you could treat your dad to one of the driving experiences on offer, perfect for all racing fans.
Priced £558 for seven nights self catering accommodation starting 19th June 2010, sleeps six people (from £13.29 per person per night)
Priced £547 for four nights self catering accommodation starting 5th July 2010, sleeps six people (from £22.79 per person per night)
For the adventurous, get your dad surfing in Cornwall
Geranium Cottage, Port Isaac, Cornwall
Property Reference: G58
Just a moment’s walk from the picturesque harbour and shingle beach, this delightful traditional fisherman’s cottage is tucked away within a gated courtyard setting.
Adjoining another property, it retains character features such as flagged floors and beamed ceilings, and well furnished throughout. A good base for exploring the area, there is a sandy cove with many rock pools just a mile away.
Treat your adventurous dad to a beginners surfing course in the area, try Surfs Up Surf School in Polzeath, Cornwall (surfsupsurfschool.com).
Priced £606 for three nights self catering accommodation starting 18th June 2010, sleeps six people (from £33.67 per person per night)
Priced £989 for seven nights self catering accommodation starting 2nd July 2010, sleeps six people (from £25.55 per person per night)
For the walkers and cyclists, treat your dad to a stay in Wales
Longbarn Cottage, Pumsaint, Carmarthenshire
Property Reference: OWH
Nestled in rolling countryside, this converted stone barn is set within three acres of private land. The property adjoins one other, but benefits from its own fabulous decked area where you can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding scenery.
Activities available close by include fishing, riding, mountain biking and walking. There is also the quaint town of Llandeilo with its boutiques, restaurants and tea rooms and market towns just a drive away.
Priced £321.30 for three nights self catering accommodation starting 18th June 2010 (15% discount), sleeps four (from £26.78 per person per night)
Priced £578 for seven nights self catering accommodation starting 9th July 2010 (15% discount), sleeps four (from £20.64 per person per night)
Or, for the ultimate treat, make sure your dad is the King of the Castle...
The East Wing, Whittingham, Alnwick, Northumberland
Property Reference: MTC
The East Wing, part of Eslington Hall, is a substantial and gracious self-contained Georgian property which is Grade II listed - an ideal holiday retreat for families and groups.
Dating back to 1720, The East Wing is located in beautiful gardens in a peaceful, tranquil setting just outside the pretty village of Whittingham. The property has been totally renovated to provide a spacious mix of period features and modern convenience and enjoys its own gardens and sitting area.
Set midway between Alnwick and Rothbury the property is surrounded by stunning countryside peppered with friendly Northumbrian villages. Excellent walks and golf can be enjoyed in the surrounding countryside, whilst fishing on site and pheasant shooting in season can be arranged with the owner.
Priced £1,703 for seven nights self catering accommodation starting 25th June 2010, sleeps 10 people (from £24.33 per person per night)
Priced £1,479 for four nights self catering accommodation starting 12th July 2010, sleeps 10 people (from £36.98 per person per night)
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