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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Heron Bay Lodge At Heron Bay Holidays

Areas Of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Highlands and Islands, Scotland

Welcome to Heron Bay Holidays, your ultimate getaway in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. Nestled on the tranquil shores of Loch Linnhe, just south of Fort William, our cosy log cabins provide a perfect blend of comfort, nature, and adventure. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or an outdoor escape, our accommodation is ideal for families, couples, and nature lovers looking to explore Scotland’s breathtaking landscapes.
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Brass Castle
Harrogate
sleeps
12
Beds
6
Baths
6
From
£3,176
Hazelrigg At Howscales
Penrith
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£445
The West Wing At Scotts Hall Farm
Minsmere Nature Reserve
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£1,260
The Haybarn
Surrey Hills
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£550
Cherry Treehouse Farmhouse At Lavender Hill Holidays
Taunton
sleeps
8
Beds
5
Baths
4
From
£--
Blackburn House
Grassington
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£1,750
Wood Shack
Abergavenny
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
Owl Cottage At Talehay Farm
Looe
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
From
£--
The Nest At Hinton Hideaways
Crewkerne
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£394
Barlings Barn
Powys
sleeps
30
Beds
15
Baths
13
From
£2,950
Tregea Cottage At Wooda
Bude
sleeps
10
Beds
5
Baths
4
From
£819
James’s Parlour At Alkington Grange Barns
Whitchurch
sleeps
12
Beds
5
Baths
3
From
£1,300
Pelham At Pitt Farm Holiday Cottages
Totnes
sleeps
12
Beds
6
Baths
3
From
£1,200
The Lamb At Pennard Hill Farm
Shepton Mallet
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
Avernish Lodge
By Kyle of Lochalsh
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£1,250
Serenity
Lower Mill Estate
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£1,025
Hare Barn At Maple Barns
Dereham
sleeps
5
Beds
3
Baths
1
From
£--
Hillside Croft
Ashbourne
sleeps
14
Beds
5
Baths
2
From
£1,640
Tarn End Cottages 5
Brampton
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£718
Kings Beck Barn
Norwich
sleeps
10
Beds
4
Baths
4
From
£1,195
Walnut Arbour
Taunton
sleeps
12
Beds
6
Baths
4
From
£--
Watermead
Windermere
sleeps
10
Beds
5
Baths
3
From
£--
Ty Glas Beach House
Cemaes Bay
sleeps
22
Beds
11
Baths
9
From
£--
The Anchor
Lydbrook
sleeps
22
Beds
8
Baths
7
From
£850
River Wye Lodge
Lydbrook
sleeps
26
Beds
12
Baths
10
From
£1,000
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