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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5 Lomond Courtyard
Alexandria
sleeps
8
Beds
4
Baths
3
From
£1,965
Kirklands Farm Cottage
Glasgow
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£602
Northcott At Gwelva Hills Lodges
Bude
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£--
The House At Honeybridge Estate
Ashurst
sleeps
18
Beds
6
Baths
6
From
£2,700
Apple Cottage At Woodlands Retreat
Near Shepton Mallet
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£450
Bewl Water View
Wadhurst
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
The Anchor
Lydbrook
sleeps
22
Beds
8
Baths
7
From
£850
Black Swan At Woody Park
Cullompton
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
2
From
£220
Cherry Treehouse Farmhouse At Lavender Hill Holidays
Taunton
sleeps
8
Beds
5
Baths
4
From
£--
The Smithy At Keld Head Cottages
Pickering
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£365
Primrose Farm Barn
Roughton
sleeps
14
Beds
6
Baths
5
From
£3,132
Kincraig House At Seasgair
Kingussie
sleeps
18
Beds
8
Baths
6
From
£1,888
Owlery Cottage At Dittiscombe Estate
Kingsbridge
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£575
Hen House View
Rugeley
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£457
Riverside Retreat
Beaulieu
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£--
The Owl’s Shack
Kendal
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
3
From
£934
Wood Shack
Abergavenny
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
The Old Mansion House
Scarfskerry
sleeps
6
Beds
3
Baths
4
From
£1,197
North Lodge at Pudleston Court
Leominster
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
2
From
£--
Phoenix House
Malvern
sleeps
9
Beds
5
Baths
3
From
£1,893
Knockderry Lodge
Cove
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
3
From
£--
Top Cottage
Ashford-in-the-Water
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
Nancy’s Shepherds Hut
Wincle
sleeps
2
Beds
1
Baths
1
From
£--
The Haybarn
Surrey Hills
sleeps
4
Beds
2
Baths
2
From
£550
Barlings Barn
Powys
sleeps
30
Beds
15
Baths
13
From
£2,950
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