Escape into a magical fairytale world! Nestled in woodland, a romantic riverside hideaway of abundant luxury awaits. RiverBeds Luxury Wee Lodges contain everything required for an intimate getaway for two, and the fun doesn’t stop inside! Step out onto your private veranda with fire-pit and sink into the warm waters of the bubbling hot tub.
Your boutique-style lodge
Why stay in a large, impersonal hotel when you can have your very own luxury micro-suite for the night? Cannily crafted, these romantic woodland cabins cannot be considered your average accommodation. With space at a premium (12 square metres houses a bedroom, kitchenette, en-suite shower room and lounge!) every inch has been cleverly considered and engineered. Dog friendly too!
The lodges boast a private veranda with hot tub and fire-pit overlooking the river, an en-suite shower room with fluffy towels and Sea Kelp cosmetics, and a super comfy bed topped with luxury bedlinen. The kitchenette area contains cutlery and crockery for two, a Nespresso coffee machine, a microwave, fridge, kettle and toaster. RiverBeds also contain a television, powerful hair dryer, free Wi-Fi and mood lighting! A delicious continental breakfast basket is silently dropped off outside the lodges at 8am each morning.
Enjoy delicious dishes at the on-site Kitchen Food Truck where you eat alfresco or inside the cosy clubhouse. Take relaxation to another level at the Woodlands Wellness & Wild Sauna where you can book & enjoy couples massage, sound baths, reiki, facials and more! Guests can also enjoy complimentary use of the heated swimming pool at the Isles of Glencoe Leisure Centre.
Or why not practice your swing or enjoy a segway tour, hire an e-bike or try your hand at archery at Woodlands Activity Centre & Golf Course?
Majestically perched above the shimmering waters of Loch Linnhe, SeaBeds Luxury Lookouts live in a world of their own and make for the perfect hideout to disappear from reality and scale up the romance. The bubbling hot tub, stylish interior, tranquil setting, not to mention the sea-to-sky view, makes the experience all the more otherworldly!
Every element of SeaBeds has been hand-selected with laidback luxury in mind. The design-led detail and décor coupled with the outstanding waterfront location makes SeaBeds Luxury Lookouts one of the most glorious Highland hideaways.
Accommodating up to four guests (courtesy of a super squidgy sofa bed) and very dog friendly, SeaBeds are perfectly suited to solace seekers in search of luxury with a big side of nature!
The spacious living area boasts floor-to-ceiling glazing, inspiring the sensation of floating gently on the loch. The contemporary kitchen shares the same outstanding view and includes a dining table, hob, microwave, mini-fridge, toaster and coffee machine.
En-suite facilities include a wc and spacious rainforest shower with Sea Kelp cosmetics, fluffy towels and powerful hairdryer provided. Heated floorboards and delightfully deep insulation mean that even the harshest of winters won’t impact your comfort. Regarding comfort, the king-size Simba hybrid mattress will ensure you have the most restful of nights cocooned within soft-as-a-cloud cotton sheets. Modern intrigues abound with cinema-style drop screen, electric curtains, mood lighting, HiFi, WiFi and more!
Connect with nature and zen out beneath the stars on the spacious terrace which comprises a dining/lounging area, infinity hot tub and crackling fire-pit.
Enjoy delicious dishes at the on-site Kitchen Food Truck where you eat alfresco or inside the cosy clubhouse.
Take relaxation to another level at the Woodlands Wellness & Wild Sauna where you can book & enjoy couples massage, sound baths, reiki, facials and more! Guests can also enjoy complimentary use of the heated swimming pool at the Isles of Glencoe Leisure Centre.
Or why not practice your swing or enjoy a segway tour, hire an e-bike or try your hand at archery at Woodlands Activity Centre & Golf Course?
Woodpecker Lodge is one of just seven authentic log cabins at Windmill Lodges near Framlingham, close to the beautiful Suffolk Heritage Coast.
Woodpecker is a two bedroom 4-star lodge offering log cabin breaks in Suffolk and is ideal for couples, families or friends.
Fully equipped and furnished to a high standard the award winning self-catering holiday accommodation is situated in a delightful part of the Suffolk countryside. Each of the log cabins at Windmill Lodges have their own private hot tub as well as coal-effect fire, wooden floors, leather sofas, a fully equipped kitchen and en-suite bathroom. With on site covered, heated swimming pool available from the end of May – end of September.
The cabins offer guests superb lake views and are best suited to couples and families looking to escape together in beautiful and tranquil surroundings for holidays and short breaks.
Greenfinch Lodge is one of just seven authentic log cabins at Windmill Lodges near Framlingham, close to the beautiful Suffolk Heritage Coast.
Greenfinch is the largest of the 4-star self-catering log cabins in Suffolk. With three bedrooms it provides spacious accommodation. It is a perfect lodge for families and friends wishing to spend time together.
Fully equipped and furnished to a high standard the award winning self-catering holiday accommodation is situated in a delightful part of the Suffolk countryside. Each of the log cabins at Windmill Lodges have their own private hot tub as well as coal-effect fire, wooden floors, leather sofas, a fully equipped kitchen and en-suite bathroom. With on site covered, heated swimming pool available from the end of May – end of September.
The cabins offer guests superb lake views and are best suited to couples and families looking to escape together in beautiful and tranquil surroundings for holidays and short breaks.
Kingfisher Lodge is one of just seven authentic log cabins at Windmill Lodges near Framlingham, close to the beautiful Suffolk Heritage Coast.
Fully equipped and furnished to a high standard the award winning self-catering holiday accommodation is situated in a delightful part of the Suffolk countryside. Each of the lodges at Windmill Lodges have their own private hot tub as well as coal-effect fire, wooden floors, leather sofas, a fully equipped kitchen and en-suite bathroom. With on site covered, heated swimming pool available from the end of May – end of September.
The cabins offer guests superb lake views and are best suited to couples and families looking to escape together in beautiful and tranquil surroundings for holidays and short breaks.
Ford Old Hall Barn is a luxurious, award winning holiday barn which is delightfully situated in a picturesque hamlet in the beautiful Staffordshire Moorlands area of the Peak District National Park. Ford Old Hall Barn will exceed your expectations and has been reviewed by 125 sets of guests achieving an ‘Excellent’ five star rating by Trip Advisor.
The barn has been converted to the highest standards and can comfortably sleep up to four guests and is therefore suitable for families and friends alike. The barn gives you a taste of ‘upside down’ living with an open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area. As well as the two bedrooms (master super king sized double & a twin bedded room, both en suite) there is also a travel cot available for babies and toddlers.
Outside there is a spacious wrap around patio and covered hot tub which overlooks the orchard which provides plenty of space to play, the patio is great for al fresco dining and barbecues.
The barn is ideally located to explore the Peak District National Park and is only fifteen minutes from either Alton Towers, the local market towns of Ashbourne & Leek or the wonderful scenery of Dovedale and the many other visitor activities and attractions in this unspoilt corner of the National Park.
Delightfully located in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, between Chipping Norton, Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford you will find Wychwood at Bruern Cottages just one of the stunning portfolio of luxury country cottages at Bruern.
Wychwood is a beautiful award winning holiday cottage and is the ideal size for a small family or couples wanting more space, This pet free property is immaculate in every way and enjoys a light and airy feel throughout. The gardens are particularly attractive and guests can relax in total comfort and style.
Delightfully located in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, between Chipping Norton, Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford you will find Weir House at Bruern Cottages just one of the stunning portfolio of luxury country cottages at Bruern.
Weir House is quite simply stunning, set in its own pretty garden it is a beautiful property and is ideal for large families or friends as it is the largest cottage at Bruern. With five en-suite bedrooms, a games room, a drawing room and a dining room, as well as a very big kitchen Weir House can accommodate guests in spacious style and luxury.
Delightfully located in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, between Chipping Norton, Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford you will find Saratoga at Bruern Cottages just one of the stunning portfolio of luxury country cottages at Bruern.
Saratoga is a romantic, cosy and luxurious property and is just perfect for honeymoons and other romantic celebrations. There is something very special about this gorgeous property. The four-poster bed completes the stylish and your very own private garden makes it even more special. Saratoga is available all year round so book your stay even when there is nothing particular to celebrate.
Delightfully located in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, between Chipping Norton, Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford you will find Sandown at Bruern Cottages just one of the stunning portfolio of luxury country cottages at Bruern.
Previously the carriage house Sandown is situated behind the three central arches, Sandown has a lovely location in the courtyard and is one of the finest cottages at Bruern. Perfect for families and couples alike Sandown is a very popular choice for guests looking for the finer things in life.
Sleeps four, one double ensuite, one twin ensuite.
Delightfully located in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, between Chipping Norton, Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford you will find Newmarket at Bruern Cottages just one of the stunning portfolio of luxury country cottages at Bruern.
Guests just love, Newmarket as it is without doubt one of the most beautiful cottages in the Bruern collection. Decorated in elegant Gustavian style, it has to ranks as one of the finest examples of luxury self-catering in the Cotswolds and the UK.
Sleeps eight, two doubles ensuite, two twins ensuite.
Delightfully located in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, between Chipping Norton, Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford you will find Goodwood at Bruern Cottages just one of the stunning portfolio of luxury country cottages at Bruern.
Goodwood is on the right-hand side of the courtyard and in times gone by was originally was one of the two cottages built originally for the stable grooms. Today it has been transformed in to stylish, luxurious accommodation but with a warm cosy feel.
Sleeps five, one double ensuite, one twin, one single and family bathroom.
Delightfully located in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, between Chipping Norton, Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford you will find Epsom at Bruern Cottages just one of the stunning portfolio of luxury country cottages at Bruern.
Epsom is a stylish Cotswold cottage with courtyard and the garden views as well as and the parkland of Bruern Abbey beyond. Guests at Epsom particularly love the fabulous garden with pergola, bbq and garden furniture, perfect for Al fresco dining and relaxation.
Sleeps five, one double ensuite, one twin, one single and family bathroom.
Delightfully located in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, between Chipping Norton, Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford you will find Cope at Bruern Cottages just one of the stunning portfolio of luxury country cottages at Bruern.
Cope is a beautiful property for two. The cottage is elegant in every way and oozes quality and luxury. Attention to detail can be seen at every corner and the cottage is more like a small chateau than a cottage. Couples will love the space that Cope offers however the accommodation maintains a cosy feel throughout.
Delightfully located in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, between Chipping Norton, Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford you will find Cheltenham at Bruern Cottages just one of the stunning portfolio of luxury country cottages at Bruern.
Cheltenham is an extremely spacious holiday cottage and can accommodate four guests with ease. Spot Stow-on-the-Wold from your window or marvel at the beautiful garden below. Guests staying in Cheltenham have the added benefit of their own private summerhouse and terrace at the end of the garden, with a table, chairs and a big umbrella, plus a barbecue for al fresco dining.
Sleeps four, one double, one twin, family bathroom.
Delightfully located in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, between Chipping Norton, Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford you will find Bookers at Bruern Cottages just one of the stunning portfolio of luxury country cottages at Bruern.
Sleeps six , one double ensuite, two twins and family bathroom.
Very popular with families with children Bookers is a beautiful Cotswolds holiday cottage. Furnished to an extremely high standard throughout there is a real country life vibe about this gorgeous holiday cottage.
Sleeps six, one double ensuite, two twins and family bathroom
Delightfully located in the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, between Chipping Norton, Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford you will find Aintree at Bruern Cottages just one of the stunning portfolio of luxury country cottages at Bruern.
Aintree is another favourite with guests to Bruern. This gorgeous cottage was once a stable but now offers the feel of a small country house and has been elegantly furnished and decorated to a very high standard. Book Aintree if you are looking for a very special stay in the Cotswolds.
You will be the only guests here during your stay. Dogs warmly welcomed by arrangement as are ‘Hens’ and ‘Stags’! Sleeps up to thirty people (although smaller parties are warmly welcomed). For over thirty five years Barlings Barn has offered the ultimate escape for guests, many of whom return time, after time, after time.
Complimentary home-made cake awaits your arrival!
Guests love to stay at Barlings, because it becomes exclusively yours, not shared with other guests. It’s a comfortable home-away-from-home where you can feel free to come and go as you please without any possible concern about other guests; there will be none except your party.
You will find that every bedroom is comfortable and cosy; with so many showers loos and baths, no need to queue! (fifteen bedrooms and thirteen bathrooms/shower rooms).
Barlings is a very “green” property, with self-sustainable heating and electricity powered by our own logs in a biomass boiler and photovoltaic panels, plus solar pool heating.
Our guests all enjoy exploring fantastic unspoilt, Mid Wales. They tootle off and go sight-seeing or enjoy high-adrenalin activities such as clay pigeon shooting, paint-balling or having a go at driving a rally car, The ‘Bear Grylls Survival Academy’ is approximately an hour and a quarter away by car from Barlings Barn in Criccieth. They are now offering Survival Half Day courses which sound great fun and just the thing for our more adventurous Barlings guests. A recent stag party had a fantastic time there.
Sleeping up to 22 guests in 11 bedrooms and situated in a spectacular rural location yet just minutes from Monmouth Caste. This is a superb property for extended family and friends to stay together for a holiday or to celebrate a special occasion
On the bank of the River Monnow with its own grounds, fishing, and swimming, hot tub and games room just a 10 minute walk into town, the Manor is perfect for town and country group self catering in the picturesque border town of Monmouth.
Big House Holiday Lets offer a superb range of large holiday homes in a variety of stunning settings: in a village, a market town, woodland, on a riverbank, on a mountaintop, or on a farm. Delightfully situated the properties are located in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
Prices from
2 night weekend stay £3450.00
3 night weekend stay £3850.00
Weekly £5550.00
Perfect for multi-generational family holidays or as the venue for a fabulous group getaway River Wye Lodge has got it covered.
This converted historic 18th Century Coaching Inn offers a wonderful outdoor space on the banks of the River Wye, with a nearby park and canoe launch and a short walk to local village amenities in Lydbrook.
Indoors there’s more than enough space to sleep 26 in 12 bedrooms. 10 of the bedrooms have glorious views of the River Wye. The cottage has an accessibility ramp to the front door and the ground floor houses a wheelchair friendly twin room with an en-suite wet room.
Big House Holiday Lets offer a superb range of large holiday homes in a variety of stunning settings: in a village, a market town, woodland, on a riverbank, on a mountaintop, or on a farm. Delightfully situated the properties are located in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
Prices from
2 night weekend stay £3450.00
3 night weekend stay £3850.00
Weekly £5750.00
Perfect as the venue for family get-together, holidays and special breaks High Cloud Farm and Barn ticks all of the boxes.
High Cloud Farm comprises a farmhouse and barn, sleeping up to 24 in 10 bedrooms. Enjoy the stunning rural views and the peaceful sounds of nature in this stylish holiday home for groups. Set in a remote 30 acre site, you experience a natural calm and quiet, but with plenty of things to do on-site. With large fields, woodland, and an orchard joined together by a grassy path suitable for either walking or jogging. There are sun terraces, a veranda, a croquet lawn and grassy area for ball games.
Designed with an airy quality featuring many home comforts, fully equipped and furnished to a high standard, you can stay in either the main farmhouse with a swimming pool and hot tub outside or relax in the Barn with the games room and snug.
Big House Holiday Lets offer a superb range of large holiday homes in a variety of stunning settings: in a village, a market town, woodland, on a riverbank, on a mountaintop, or on a farm. Delightfully situated the properties are located in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
Prices from
2 night weekend stay £3250.00
3 night weekend stay £3450.00
Weekly £5250.00
This truly stunning property with private quality hot tub and infrared sauna, makes the perfect romantic getaway for couples looking to escape in style. Gate Lodge is ideal for celebrating any special occasion in high style and including especially a honeymoon or anniversary. Beautifully furnished throughout the property even has a remote-controlled log-burner for those cosy nights in.
Plus a fold down sofa bed to create a quality pocket sprung double bed in the relaxation/sauna room.
The Retreat – The ultimate romantic retreat in Northumberland.
If you are looking for a romantic retreat with the WOW factor then this former stable block at Cheviot Holiday Cottages has it all. Fabulously located in the in the Northumberland countryside, this property has been totally refurbished to a truly exceptional standard.
The Retreat is probably the most luxurious, secluded and romantic escape we have ever featured on Handpicked Cottages. We think you will love the awesome space complete with its own internal swimming spa pool / Jacuzzi, displaying Bellagio fountain water jets! Available for full week or short break holiday cottage stays in Northumberland, The Retreat is the perfect luxury hideaway for couples celebrating or romancing in style.
An extra special romantic escape exclusively designed for two persons.
Your chance to stay in a beautiful traditional stone barn conversion that oozes character and charm but with all the modern facilities and luxuries that you would expect from, Visit England Five-star gold, award winning accommodation.
Delightfully located in South Herefordshire the barn is the ideal accommodation for larger families and groups who are looking to holiday together or as a venue from which to celebrate a special occasion. There are eight en-suite bedrooms including one family room, sleeping up to 18 guests. Penblaith Barn has M1,M2,H1,H2 and V1 accessible ratings.
Superb facilities include state-of-the-art Cinema Room with tiered seating, surround sound, access to Netflix, Sky, Sky Cinema and Sky Sports, separate lounge with Smart TV, games room, complete with table football, table tennis and a pool table, as well as other outdoor games equipment. Relax in the extensive gardens and enjoy beautiful rural views with star gazing potential, or take in the sun on the paved patio with a barbecue (May to October) and year round hydrotherapy hot tub and pizza oven . If the weather is unkind have fun in the indoor games room. We also have a fully equipped bar area in our dining room (wine cooler, beer fridge, glasses, cocktail accessories/recipes and an ice bucket).
There is ample car parking with 2 Tesla and 1 EV fast charging electric charging points.
A range of service providers (eg Private Chef, Beautician, team building games etc) will come to the Barn.
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