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Holiday Cottages by a River

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This superb Alaskan-style cabin rests near the tranquil village of Clifton on Teme, Worcestershire. Hot tub. Free fishing. Off-road parking. Lakeside views. Great Witley 7.2 miles; Hallow 10.4 miles; Worcester 12.2 miles (Ref. 1080941)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £742

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
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A first-floor apartment within a tastefully converted engine shed, situated within the centre of Whitby. Traditional features. WiFi. Scarborough 19.8 miles. (Ref. 1002246)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £688

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A duplex apartment resting in Cononley in Airedale. Secure parking. WiFi. Open-plan living room. Skipton 4 miles; Keighley 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1051050)

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7 nights from £780

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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This gorgeous detached bungalow rests in Cherry Willingham, Lincolnshire. Pet-friendly. Ground-floor living. Gas fire. Enclosed garden. Lincoln 3.8 miles; Newark 23.2 miles. (Ref. 1074739)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • 10% off - Sat 25th May to 1st Jun 2024

7 nights from £514

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A charming, mid-terrace resting in Rothbury, Northumberland. Enclosed garden. Conservatory. Close to amenities. Alnwick 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1092415)

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7 nights from £496

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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Riverside Cottage, a stunningly-presented home nestled in the resort town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Near North York Moors National Park and beach. Pickering 17 miles; Whitby 20 miles; York 40 miles. (Ref. 1132407)

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  • 10% off - Sat 18th May to 25th May 2024

7 nights from £380

  • Sleeps4
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1 Penporth, a charming property located in the lovely town of Rhayader in Powys. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Child-friendly. Short drive to national parks. Llandrindod Wells 10.9 miles; Aberystwyth 34.6 miles. (Ref. 1143556)

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7 nights from £325

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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Shire’s End is an underground pod situated on the owner’s working farm on the outskirts of Ludlow and the Shropshire border. Romantic dwelling. Underfloor heating. WiFi. Tenbury 5.3 miles. (Ref. 1094445)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £551

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  • Sleeps5
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This outstanding detached cottage is located in Wolsingham, County Durham. Pet-friendly. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Bishop Auckland 10.1 miles; Durham 14.1 miles; Barnard Castle 16.5 miles; Newcastle 23.3 miles. (Ref. 1059951)

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7 nights from £452

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A wonderfully compact (internally 367 sq ft), first-floor apartment settled in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire. Near amenities. Electric fire. Designated parking. Stow-on-the-Wold 4 miles; Moreton-in-Marsh 8.3 miles; Cheltenham 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1091744)

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7 nights from £568

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
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A substantial, detached property set on the outskirts of the town of Highbridge, Somerset. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Pet-free. Burnham-on-Sea 3.7 miles; Weston-Super-Mare 11.2 miles. (Ref. 1132871)

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7 nights from £888

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Cae Gogrydd is a cosy, stylish, detached holiday cottage near Machynlleth, Powys. Stunning panoramic mountain views. Woodburning Stove. Outskirts of National Park. Ample private parking. Mach 4 miles; Aberdyfi Beach 15 miles; Aberystwyth 23.1 miles. (Ref. 1138564)

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7 nights from £596

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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A delightful two-bedroom terraced house resting in the heart of Lewes, Sussex. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. In a National Park. Brighton 10.2 miles; Eastbourne 16.4 miles; Hastings 28.4 miles. (Ref. 1096077)

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7 nights from £602

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  • Sleeps6
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    4.7

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A superb, semi-detached cottage, resting in the pretty rural village of Danby, near Castleton, North Yorkshire. Country views. Woodburners. Pet-friendly. Guisborough 9 miles; Pickering 19 miles. (Ref. 996062)

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7 nights from £449

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  • Sleeps4
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Pear Tree Lodge is a raised treehouse-style lodge in the countryside of Combe, near Langport, Somerset. Near AONB. Woodburning stove. Rural location. Langport 1.1 miles; Somerton 4.9 miles; Taunton 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1144769)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from £355

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.5

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Set on the banks of the River Arrow is this lovely characterful cottage. With latched doors and black and white beams, this is a charming base. Pet-friendly, open fire, woodburning stove. Leominster 5 miles. (Ref. 955518)

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7 nights from £667

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A stylish, three-bedroom home resting in Littleport, Cambridgeshire. Close to amenities. Contemporary. Pet-friendly. EV charging point. Private patio. Ely 5.8 miles; Welney 6.1 miles. (Ref. 1127996)

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7 nights from £656

  • Sleeps2
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    5.0

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A brightly decorated property resting within the village of Burton Bradstock, Dorset. Couples retreat. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities and beach. Bridport 3.1 miles; Weymouth 15.7 miles; Dorchester 15.5 miles; Yeovil 22.4 miles. (Ref. 1118787)

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7 nights from £460

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A delightful, single-storey cottage set in the village of Banknock, Stirlingshire. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Falkirk 8 miles; Stirling 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1132689)

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7 nights from £453

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A stone-built barn conversion resting in the quaint location of Trethin near Camelford, Cornwall. Communal gardens and laundry. Rural location. Off-road parking. Camelford 1.6 miles; Tintagel 7.3 miles; Polzeath 11.9 miles. (Ref. 1128854)

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7 nights from £468

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Adore the sound of water? Or perhaps you're a keen angler in search of a new fishing spot? Then try a cottage to rent near a river, the ideal base for a relaxing cottage getaway.

Why Riverside Holiday Cottages?

Here in the UK, we're blessed with some truly beautiful rivers, streams and waterways. If you agree, then take a look at these riverside holiday cottages. Choose a riverside holiday let to rent near many of the UK's most beloved natural waterways, from the River Tweed to Fowey River.

A holiday cottage by the river provides a great base for a variety of different holidays. If you're the adventurous type, having a riverside holiday cottage means you'll be able to indulge in all kinds of aquatic escapades. Think kayaking, rafting, canyoning and canoeing- the list goes on!

Alternatively, these riverside holiday lets prove perfect for those who are just yearning to relax with a glass of wine. Just imagine dining alfresco in the grounds of your holiday cottage on a summer's evening with nothing but the sound of the nearby river to distract you.

Places to Visit Near Cottages by the River

There is an abundance of destinations where you can enjoy riverside holiday lets. Venture to sunny Cornwall, where you can find relaxing getaways near the River Tamar, Truro River, East Looe River and beyond! Alternatively, enjoy an action-packed break in a national park, like the Peak District, where the River Derwent and River Bradford provide fantastic watersports opportunities.

Enjoy a riverside holiday of your dreams at these spots:

Devon

Lake District

Norfolk

North Wales

Types of Waterside Holidays

There are plenty of other waterside getaways to enjoy, aside from riverside holiday lets! Why not embark on a fishing holiday, where you can angle the days away? Alternatively, enjoy a holiday cottage by a canal, where walks and narrow boat experiences await.

If you still haven't found what you're looking for there are plenty of other cottages in the UK to choose from!