Countryside Cottages
Book a countryside cottage on Ruralhomestays.com and plan your escape to the countryside. From thatched cottages in Cornwall, to charming honey-coloured cottages in the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, to stone-built cottages in the wilds of Ireland, Wales and Scotland, find the best UK countryside holiday cottage for you.
Find the Perfect Countryside Cottage for you
When it comes to finding the perfect UK holiday accommodation in the countryside to enjoy as a couple or with family and friends, it can be important to think about what type of holiday home would be perfect for your break.
What Type of Countryside Cottage Best Suits you
Do you want to wake up to birdsong and relax and unwind amongst the rolling hills of the Cotswolds? Or is your idea of the perfect getaway, a tranquil nature retreat with eco-friendly credentials? Or perhaps you want to escape to a traditional stone-built rural retreat with a hot tub by the Pembrokeshire coast where you can combine relaxing and unwinding in a peaceful rural setting with walks along the beach.
Many guests long to book accommodation with rural charm such as exposed beams, woodburners, inglenook fireplaces and flagstone floors. Aga cookers also appeal to some, and most definitely keep holiday homes warm and cosy in the cooler winter months.
Look out for properties with ample outdoor space, particularly if you are holidaying with pets or children. Some holiday homes feature walled cottage gardens with roses and climbing shrubs, lavender borders and some even feature stunning rural views, looking out to meadows and farmlands.
Most guests that like to book rural staycations are true nature lovers and desire good country walks nearby, along waymarked trails, through fields, farmlands and along country lanes, and past pleasant village greens. Immerse yourself in nature and outdoor pursuits like walking, cycling, fishing and hiking, and enjoy all that the countryside has to offer on a self-catering holiday cottage break in Great Britain.