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

Orchard House At Riverside Farm

Areas Of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Devon, South Hams, South West England

Orchard House is beautifully situated with superb views over the Dart estuary towards Dittisham and Stoke Gabriel. The house can accommodate up to six guests in three spacious bedrooms and is ideal for a family holiday or special break in South Devon
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Castle By The Water
Saltash
sleeps
22
Beds
11
Baths
10
From
£--
The Farmhouse
Lake District
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£895
May Cottage
Stow-on-the-Wold
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£495
Jasmine Cottage
Burford
sleeps
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£--
The Big Barn
Wellbourne
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
4
From
£1,500
Manderley Penthouse
St Ives
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£502
Reflections
St Ives
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
1
From
£525
Rallywood Cottage
Dorking
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
2
From
£921
High Ridge Barn
Swythamley
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£1,500
Porthmeor View
St Ives
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£892
The Den At The Angel Of The North
Lamesley
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£727
Ocean Aura
St Ives
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£779
Sea Bre
St Ives
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£432
Picture House
St Ives
sleeps
5
Beds
3
Baths
1
From
£525
Captain’s Rest
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£580
The Old Chapel
St Ives
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
4
From
£500
Station House
Leyburn
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£1,320
21 Carthew Court
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£398
The Farmhouse At A Corner Of Eden
Kirkby Stephen
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
2
From
£--
Gardener’s Cottage
Nr Bakewell
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£--
Castlebury Barn
Axminster
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£--
Tregea Cottage At Wooda
Bude
sleeps
10
Beds
5
Baths
4
From
£819
The Milking Parlour At Manor House Farm Cottages
Bakewell
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
Merlin House
Lower Mill Estate
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
2
From
£--
Happy Days
St Ives
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£599
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