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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St Hilary
St Ives
sleeps
8
Beds
7
Baths
2
From
£796
Waterloo House
Lochinver
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
4
From
£1,250
One Long Houses
Windermere
sleeps
10
Beds
5
Baths
4
From
£2,200
Cartmel Hill
Cartmel
sleeps
10
Beds
5
Baths
3
From
£880
Heron House
Newquay
sleeps
14
Beds
7
Baths
7
From
£3,311
Island Wastrel
St Ives
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£1,730
Breaking waves
St Ives
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£564
Bonchurch Waterfront Bliss
Bonchurch
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£--
28 Carrack Widden
St Ives
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£479
SeaBeds Luxury Lookout Lodges With Hot Tubs
Argyll
sleeps
4
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£299
Assynt House
Dingwall
sleeps
14
Beds
7
Baths
7
From
£6,900
Curlew Cottage At Kingairloch Estate
Fort William
sleeps
5
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£--
White Mist Cottage
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£525
Apple Tree Lodge At Talgarth
Brecon Beacons
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£772
Puffin Cottage
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£508
Hillside Croft
Ashbourne
sleeps
14
Beds
5
Baths
2
From
£1,640
Little Waves
St Ives
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£350
Sandown At Bruern Cottages
Chipping Norton
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£--
Bagtor Granary
Ilsington
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£804
White Willow Lodge
Harrogate
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£1,541
Gardener’s Cottage
Nr Bakewell
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£--
Brevig View Cottage
Vatisker
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£--
Mole End At Willow Tree Farm
Near Stratford-upon-Avon
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£530
Villa Louise
St Ives
sleeps
5
Beds
3
Baths
1
From
£646
Lamorna
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£487
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