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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Lakeside At Louper Weir
Windermere
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
4
From
£2,116
Heron House
Newquay
sleeps
14
Beds
7
Baths
7
From
£3,311
Ford Old Hall Barn
Ford
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£--
Reflections
St Ives
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
1
From
£525
Home Farm Cottage
Napton-on-the-Hill
sleeps
12
Beds
7
Baths
3
From
£1,766
The Coach House At Talehay Farm
Looe
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
Top Cottage
Ashford-in-the-Water
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
Number 10
Whalley
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£712
Benjamin’s Bolthole
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£593
Casa Loma
Carnforth
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£1,013
South Lodge
Helston
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£579
Tick Tock Cottage
Bakewell
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£--
The Farmhouse
Lake District
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£895
Jack’s Corner
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£580
Broadmea Stable
Brampton
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£528
One Long Houses
Windermere
sleeps
10
Beds
5
Baths
4
From
£2,200
The Cowshed At Manor House Farm Cottages
Bakewell
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£--
Shipton At Bruern Cottages
Chipping Norton
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£1,168
Fernbank Cottage At Seasgair
Perthshire
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
3
From
£--
Great Bidlake Manor
Lydford
sleeps
12
Beds
6
Baths
6
From
£--
October Cottage
Stroud
sleeps
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£481
Foxearth
Blandford Forum
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£489
Great Foxmoor Barn
Leith Hill
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£1,328
Bramble
Dorchester
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£--
Old Forge Stables
Burford
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£--
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