Self-catering

Guests give thumbs-up to parks group
A major holiday parks group which invites customers to post unedited reviews on its quality of service has received a 94 percent thumbs-up verdict.

Island escapes, Scottish-style
Make a great escape this spring or summer – staying in a cottage overlooking a deserted beach in a choice of quiet, peaceful Scottish islands including North Uist and the Isle of Harris - courtesy of Scottish cottage agency, Unique Cottages.

Take the whole family on holiday
Nearly half of Brits choose to travel with their extended family at least once a year, according to a survey by UK holiday rentals company HomeAway.co.uk.

Beautiful and historic Cornish property available to rent for the first time
A unique opportunity to stay in a beautiful and historic family home, not normally for holiday rental, is available for the first time this summer through Cornwall Cottages.

New house opening at Shorefield Country Park in July 2013
Shorefield Holidays, the family-owned specialist in self-catering holidays, has announced its new luxury accommodation, Warren House, will open on July 26th 2013 at Shorefield Country Park in the New Forest.

An eco-friendly romantic rural retreat
Romantic retreat Manor House Stables in rural Lincolnshire offers an eco-friendly cosy bolthole – and a chance for couples to learn together too.

Rhossili Bay cottages - close to the Best Beach in Britain
Tripadvisor’s 2013 survey sees Rhossili on the Gower Peninsula voted best beach in the UK. Good news for holiday cottages in the area and for Sykes Cottages which has a choice of more than a dozen.

How to get the best out of a holiday to Mallorca
With beautiful countryside to explore, endless activities on offer and stunning beaches, it can be hard to know where to start when it comes to visiting Mallorca.

Sleep among the treetops in Brittany
When it comes to truly unique accommodation in an idyllic setting, look no further than Keycamp's tree house accommodation in Brittany, for a fun and novel break this spring.
South West self-catering holiday homes with quirky added extras
And, more importantly, with availability this summer. The hottest properties have a habit of being snapped up not long into a new year by the savvy and super-organised.

Pizza, pasta and Toblerone? A genuine Italian experience
Italian chefs prepare to give the British public a pizza their mind, as research released today by Italian Country Cottages reveals as many as a third of British holidaymakers are currently mistaking deep pan pizzas as an authentic slice of Italy.

Wales uncovers Rare Hideaways
Today sees the launch of Rare Hideaways, a unique collection of over 30 top-quality self-catering accommodation found the length and breadth of Wales.

Holidays the weather can't ruin
Come rain, shine or snow, a holiday on British shores can be enjoyed at any time of year with a pair of boots, woolly hat and a visit to HomeAway.co.uk, the home of holiday rentals.

Spectacular summer getaways in Cornwall
Are you looking for that spectacular summer getaway in 2013? Then look no further because Cornish Horizons Holiday Homes based in Padstow have a selection of perfect properties still available to book.

Great holidays in the great outdoors
For those who are right at home in the great outdoors, new from Eurocamp for 2013, parcs that are ‘Great for Activity & Adventure’ offer freedom and adventure in glorious rural locations – ideal for a getaway this spring.