Destinations

Areas of outstanding Natural Beauty

Discover and explore national landscapes across the uk
Destinations

Explore and stay in areas of outstanding beauty

The UK is blessed with some of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes, from the spectacular mountain ranges of Scotland to the dramatic headlands of north Wales and the picturesque fishing villages of Cornwall. Handpicked Cottages is proud to offer a collection of luxury cottages in areas of outstanding beauty – perfect for exploring some of the most awe-inspiring scenery in the world.

There are 46 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (also known as National Landscapes across England, Wales and Northern Ireland; 40 National Scenic Areas in Scotland; and 15 National Parks in the UK. All are protected to conserve and enhance their natural beauty.

You could visit the mighty Ben Nevis in the highlands of Scotland, the remote moors of The North Pennines in Yorkshire, the heritage coastline of Anglesey, the quaint limestone villages of the Cotswolds, the sweeping SSSI Norfolk Coast, the rolling countryside of the Kent Downs, the diverse coastline of North Devon, or the unique habitat of the Isles of Scilly. There are so many areas of natural beauty in the UK to choose from!

Browse our collection of holiday properties in some of the most beautiful scenery the UK has to offer. Wherever you choose to visit, Handpicked Cottages can help you find and book a luxury holiday cottage in an area of outstanding natural beauty today!

Spotlight

Moss Foot

Areas Of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Cumbria, North West England

Nestled along the breathtaking western border of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this converted farmhouse is a welcoming holiday haven, offering ample space and a serene atmosphere for guests in search of a delightful rural escape.
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Maranatha
St Ives
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
2
From
£796
Grassyards House
Largs
sleeps
12
Beds
6
Baths
6
From
£4,045
Broadmea Barn
Brampton
sleeps
10
Beds
5
Baths
4
From
£1,120
Floyd’s
St Ives
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
1
From
£525
Assynt House
Dingwall
sleeps
14
Beds
7
Baths
7
From
£6,900
One Long Houses
Windermere
sleeps
10
Beds
5
Baths
4
From
£2,200
Solstice
Carbis Bay
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
4
From
£1,400
Aelfor
Parc Cenedlaethol Eryi
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£817
The Old Hen Shed
Buxton
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£--
The Rock House At Borve Lodge Estate
Borve
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£780
Blackburn House
Grassington
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£1,750
Shipton At Bruern Cottages
Chipping Norton
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£1,168
4 Porthmeor Court
St Ives
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£526
Nancy’s Shepherds Hut
Wincle
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
Picture House
St Ives
sleeps
5
Beds
3
Baths
1
From
£525
Owl Cottage At Talehay Farm
Looe
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£--
3 Ivy Court
Dolgellau
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£376
Moor View
Glossop
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£901
Sealight Cottage
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£620
Bagtor Granary
Ilsington
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£804
Tiddles
St Ives
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£362
Aird House At Aird Farm Cottages
Lochgilphead
sleeps
6
Beds
4
Baths
1
From
£490
Meadow Cottage At Swarbrick Hall Farm
Near Lytham St. Annes
sleeps
10
Beds
5
Baths
3
From
£2,027
35 Carrack Widden
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£461
Carvean
St Ives
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£540
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