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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 into the peace of the British countryside.

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're 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.

Featured Cottage

Luxury Property East Anglia

The Cowshed At Langley Farm

Langley Lower Green, Saffron Walden, Essex

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Cherrystone Barn

Cherrystone Barn

Ripes, nr Lewes, East Sussex

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2

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Longstones - The Farm At Avebury

Longstones - The Farm At Avebury

Galteemore Farm, Beckhampton, Wiltshire

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2

Bedrooms

1

Inkpen Cottage

Inkpen Cottage

Robertsbridge, Sussex

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2

Bedrooms

1

Shepherd's Retreat At Foxhill Farm

Alderholt Fordingbridge, Hampshire

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2

Bedrooms

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The Garden Room

The Garden Room

Westmeston, Sussex

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2

Bedrooms

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The Lodge At Mortons

The Lodge at Mortons - Romantic holiday lodge Hankerton, Wiltshire

Hankerton, Malmesbury, Wiltshire

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The Stables At Kingates Farm

The Stables At Kingates Farm

Whitwell, Ventnor, Isle of Wight

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2

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Shepherd's Hut At Kingates Farm

Shepherd's Hut - Luxury glamping hut on the Isle of Wight

Whitwell, Ventnor, Isle of Wight

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2

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The Studio At North Mundham House

The Studio At North Mundham House

North Mundham, Chichester, West Sussex

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3

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1

Bramble Wood At Belle Vue Farm Shire

Bramble Wood At Belle Vue Farm Shire

Poulshot, Devizes, Wiltshire

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4

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2

Willowwood At Belle Vue Farm Shire

Willowwood At Belle Vue Farm Shire

Poulshot, Devizes, Wiltshire

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4

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Oakwood At Belle Vue Farm Shire

Oakwood At Belle Vue Farm Shire

Poulshot, Devizes, Wiltshire

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4

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2

The Oast

The Oast, self catering holiday cottage in the grounds of historic Leeds Castle in Kent

Hollingbourne, Maidstone, Kent

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4

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2

Blackdown Cottage

Blackdown Cottage - Sussex

Burwash, Etchingham, East Sussex

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4

Bedrooms

2

Long Barrow - The Farm At Avebury

Long Barrow - The Farm At Avebury

Galteemore Farm, Beckhampton, Wiltshire

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4

Bedrooms

2

Little Friston Lodge

Child-Friendly Coastal Escape Cottage

Friston, East Sussex

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4

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2

The Granary At Manor Bottom

View from the raised Garden

Old Wroxall, Isle of Wight

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4

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Meadow Hide At Oakwood West Holidays

Meadow Hide West Sussex

West Ashling, Chichester, West Sussex

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4

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1 Moatside Cottages At Newtimber Holiday Cottages

1 Moatside Cottages At Newtimber, West Sussex

Newtimber, Hassocks, West Sussex

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2 Moatside Cottages At Newtimber Holiday Cottages

2 Moatside Cottages At Newtimber, West Sussex

Newtimber, Hassocks, West Sussex

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2

Friesian Cottage At Beestons Farm

Friesian Cottage At Beestons Farm

Vines Cross, Heathfield, East Sussex

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4

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2

The Tack Room At Little Kings Ash Farm

The Tack Room At Little Kings Ash Farm

Kings Ash, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire

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4

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1

Willow Cottage

Willow Cottage - Charming holiday cottage to let in South West Wiltshire

Chilmark, Tisbury, Dorset

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4

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2

The Farm Cottage At Kingates Farm

The Farm Cottage At Kingates Farm

Whitwell, Ventnor, Isle of Wight

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4

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2

1 The Hen House

1 The Hen House - Beautiful holiday home to rent in Wiltshire

Upper Seagry, Chippenham, Wiltshire

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4

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The Oak Barn At Waters End Farm

Master Bedroom The Oak Barn

Village of Iden Green, Town of Cranbrook, Kent

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4

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2

The Granary

The Granary

Balcombe, Haywards Heath, West Sussex

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4

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2

The Cottage At North Mundham House

The Cottage At North Mundham House

North Mundham, Chichester, West Sussex

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5

Bedrooms

2

Silhouette's Stable At Oakwood West Holidays

Silhouette's Stable At Oakwood West Holidays

West Ashling, Chichester, West Sussex

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5

Bedrooms

2

Silbury Hill - The Farm At Avebury

Silbury Hill - The Farm At Avebury

Galteemore Farm, Beckhampton, Wiltshire

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6

Bedrooms

3

Cosy Cot

Cosy Cot - Chocolate box holiday cottage to rent in Wiltshire

Salisbury, Wiltshire

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6

Bedrooms

3

Foley's Cottage

Foley's Cottage - English country cottage to rent in Wiltshire

Corton, Warminster, Wiltshire

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6

Bedrooms

3

The Wing At Pekes Houses

The Wing South

Golden Cross, Chiddingly, Near Hailsham, East Sussex

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6

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Orchard Cottage At Newtimber Holiday Cottages

Orchard Cottage, Newtimber, West Sussex, Holiday Cottages

Newtimber, Hassocks, West Sussex

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6

Bedrooms

3

Bluebell Copse Cottage

Bluebell Copse Cottage

Moulands Farm, Southampton, Hampshire

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6

Bedrooms

3

Fern Lodge At Oakwood West Holidays

Hot tub Fern Lodge West Sussex

West Ashling, Chichester, West Sussex

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6

Bedrooms

2

Rural Holiday Cottages

Why enjoy a luxury, rural retreat with Handpicked Cottages?

Nature has a truly restorative power, bringing peace of mind and inspiration to all those who spend time in the great outdoors. The UK is home to some stunning landscapes, from mountains and lakes to sandy coves, which makes a rural retreat the perfect option for couples, families and groups.

We have plenty of self-catering holiday cottages to rent in rural locations across the UK, ideal for family holidays or for a romantic break. Whether you're looking to stay in a rural farmhouse, barn conversion or coastal cottage, there's a property to suit your tastes.

Escape for a rural retreat

Enjoy a refrain from the hustle and bustle of everyday life with a relaxing break in a countryside setting. A holiday in one of our rural houses for rent is a brilliant way to de-stress and relax.

Country cottages provide the perfect respite from all the hustle and bustle! Breathe in the fresh air, go for leisurely strolls through the countryside, or explore ancient history without the crowds and queues during your countryside break.

Enjoy the panoramic views of the British countryside in style with our luxury holiday cottages. Our rural retreats are located throughout England, Scotland, and Wales. From the Lake District to Cornwall, the Peak District to the Yorkshire Dales, we have something for everyone.

Connect with nature in a countryside cottage

For many of us, day-to-day life involves more time looking at a screen than at the world outside the window. For your next holiday, immerse yourself in nature by staying in a beautiful countryside cottage.

Fabulous farm cottages or coastal castles, the choice is yours. Located in some of the most naturally stunning parts of the UK, we have everything from farm cottages in the Scottish Highlands to coastal lodges and thatched cottages in North Devon.

We’re committed to ensuring you have the perfect stay when staying at one of our countryside cottages. Book with confidence, knowing that our selection of properties provide all the modern facilities required, including large private gardens, hot tubs and open fireplaces.

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