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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Casa Loma
Carnforth
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£1,013
Broadmea Stable
Brampton
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£528
Moorhen Lodge
Inverness
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£990
Swallows At Venndown Farmhouse
Boscastle
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
64 Una
Carbis Bay
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£750
Hillside Cottage
Swinbrook
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£1,945
Beached Az
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£433
Mill House, Boskensoe Barns
Mawnan Smith
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
4
From
£1,171
Del Mar
St Ives
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£1,104
Curved Stone House At The Stonehouses Ullapool
Ullapool
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£--
Wychwood At Bruern Cottages
Chipping Norton
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£--
Herons At Retallack Resort
Near Padstow
sleeps
12
Beds
6
Baths
6
From
£1,799
Nutcombe Cottage At Nutcombe Holiday Cottages
Ilfracombe
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£445
Solstice
Carbis Bay
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
4
From
£1,400
Alba
St Ives
sleeps
5
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£508
Jasmine Cottage
Burford
sleeps
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£--
Lochan View – Glen Nairn
Inverness
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
The West Nest
Isle of Skye
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£800
21 Carthew Court
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£398
Marcella’s Retreat
St Ives
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£500
The Tin In The Willows
Hollington
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£--
Otterbank Lodge At Heron Bay Holidays
Fort William
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£150
Heilan Roo
Killiecrankie
sleeps
6
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£1,982
Railway Cottage Killin Junction
Killin
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£700
White Surf Cottage
St Ives
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£550
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