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!

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Shore Croft

Areas Of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Highlands and Islands, Scotland

This beautiful house overlooking a pebble beach with stunning sea views from every angle is just the place to relax.
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Tallavey Cottages
Perthshire
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£225
Otterbank Lodge At Heron Bay Holidays
Fort William
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£150
Elysian
St Ives
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
2
From
£1,100
Pier Cottage At Kingairloch Estate
Fort William
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
The Barn – St Ives
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£463
Ivy Cottage – Kilmonivaig
Fort William
sleeps
13
Beds
7
Baths
5
From
£--
Tomdhu Lodge At Seasgair
Boat of Garten
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
2
From
£868
Waterloo House
Lochinver
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
4
From
£1,250
The Old Hen Shed
Buxton
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£--
Beach Break, St Ives
St Ives
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£950
Deanshaugh At Seasgair
Perth and Kinross
sleeps
15
Beds
6
Baths
6
From
£1,750
Banlicken Arran Farmhouse
Pirnmill
sleeps
12
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£--
Jasmine Cottage
Burford
sleeps
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£--
Moss Foot
Sedbergh
sleeps
20
Beds
7
Baths
7
From
£4,375
Lassintullich House at Seasgair
Perth
sleeps
16
Beds
8
Baths
6
From
£--
Brook Cottage At Lawnfields
Waterfall
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
The Acorn – The Barn At Mead Farm
Hope Valley
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£500
Royal Romance
Westward Ho
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£1,070
Summerleaze At Gwelva Hills Lodges
Bude
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£--
Gleann Cottage At Seasgair
Kingussie
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£628
Mountain View Lodge At Seasgair
Carrbridge
sleeps
9
Beds
4
Baths
2
From
£899
Birch Cottage At Sunart Adventures
Acharacle
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£--
Broadmea Stable
Brampton
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£528
The West Wing At Scotts Hall Farm
Minsmere Nature Reserve
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£1,260
Penhaven
St Ives
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£1,250
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