Countryside Cottages & Rural Retreats

Verdant open countryside, incredible coastal vistas, plunging valleys and rolling hills – a rural retreat can energise the body and inspire the mind. Here at Handpicked Cottages, we have a wide range of rural retreats, stunning countryside cottages and converted barns to give you a relaxing escape. Embrace quiet, peaceful moments in the British countryside at stunning locations, such as the much beloved Cotswolds and Peak District.

Staying in a farm cottage or rural holiday property, you will find yourself slowing down the pace and appreciating the smaller details in life, from the warmth of the summer breeze to the sound of the morning birdsong. A rural setting is the perfect place to unwind from the hustle and bustle of city life and what better way to do so in one of our luxury countryside cottages.

Whether you are looking for a couples rural retreat or a family farm cottage to rent, we have a great selection. Whichever of our rural holiday cottages for rent you choose, we know that you will find your perfect holiday home at Handpicked Cottages.

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Spotlight

Clopton Courtyard – Lily Barn, Alice Barn, Matilda Studio And The Sheringham Hut

Cambridgeshire, East Anglia

Set in the heart of Cambridgeshire, this collection of eco-conscious barns at Clopton Courtyard sleeps 12 across six bedrooms, with two private hot tubs, spa treatments, and easy access to historic Cambridge — perfect for a relaxing group getaway.
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Beach Folly
Knott End-on-Sea
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£--
Strawberry Lodge
Billesdon
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£987
The Cowshed At Langley Farm
Saffron Walden
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£418
The Lodge In The Loch
Isle of Skye
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£450
The Garden House
Hungerton & Wyville
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£314
Littlewell
Brockenhurst
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£--
Forge Cottage At Ta Mill
Launceston
sleeps
7
Beds
3
Baths
1
From
£--
Housekeeper’s Rooms – Oxenfoord Castle
Pathhead
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£448
Rabbit Hole
Stamford
sleeps
8
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£1,105
The Temple
Matlock Bath
sleeps
34
Beds
15
Baths
15
From
£6,519
Minety Dawn
Lower Mill Estate
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
4
From
£1,350
The Golden Fleece At Pennard Hill Farm
Shepton Mallet
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
2
From
£--
Alders Barn
Leek
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
2
From
£1,270
Woodside Lodge
Hexham
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£315
Birch Cottage At Sunart Adventures
Acharacle
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£--
High Ridge Barn
Swythamley
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£1,500
The Granary
Knutsford
sleeps
10
Beds
5
Baths
4
From
£1,916
Great Bidlake Manor
Lydford
sleeps
12
Beds
6
Baths
6
From
£--
Coot At Wheatacre Hall Barns
Beccles
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£830
Billy’s Bothy At Offcote Grange
Ashbourne
sleeps
16
Beds
6
Baths
6
From
£--
Menzies Steading At Castle Menzies Farm
Aberfeldy
sleeps
12
Beds
5
Baths
6
From
£2,396
Thatch View Cottage
Winkleigh
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£556
Westaway House
Port Isaac
sleeps
13
Beds
6
Baths
5
From
£1,640
Keepers Cottage At Castle Menzies Farm
Aberfeldy
sleeps
8
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£725
Pheasant At Wheatacre Hall Barns
Beccles
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£550
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