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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Grassyards House
Largs
sleeps
12
Beds
6
Baths
6
From
£4,045
Broadmea Stable
Brampton
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£528
Skylark
Abersoch
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£2,024
Blue Albany
St Ives
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£1,350
Banlicken Arran Farmhouse
Pirnmill
sleeps
12
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£--
3 Ivy Court
Dolgellau
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£376
Park Cottage At Seasgair
Cairngorms
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£--
Catbells View
Lake District
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£825
Brockdale Barn
Near Louth
sleeps
14
Beds
6
Baths
6
From
£--
Radcot Bridge Cottage
Radcot
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
3
From
£720
Little Foxmoor Barn
Leith Hill
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£860
The Owl’s Shack
Kendal
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£934
11 Carrack Widden
St Ives
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£550
River Barn
Town End
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£913
The Ark
Southwold
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£1,920
The Shooting Lodge
Dorset
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
4
From
£1,555
The Farmhouse
Lake District
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£895
The Rock House At Borve Lodge Estate
Borve
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£780
Hen House View
Rugeley
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£457
Curlew Cottage
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£412
Achnahatnich House at Hidden Highland Retreats
Aviemore
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£2,025
Lochan View – Glen Nairn
Inverness
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
Chapel Cottage at All Seasons Cottage Breakss
Suffolk
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£495
3 Caddaford Barns
Buckfastleigh
sleeps
8
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£843
Farrar Cottage
St Just
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£--
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