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Holiday Cottages by a River

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A charming detached ground floor cottage in the village of Eckington, close for exploring the Cotswolds. Woodburner. Romantic retreat. Pershore 3.9 miles. (Ref. 996204)

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7 nights from $504

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Kantankye Lodge is a pleasant, single-storey lodge resting in Thorpe St. Peter, Lincolnshire. Off-road parking. Open-plan living. Dog-friendly. Burgh le Marsh 3.4 miles; Skegness 6.4 miles; Ingoldmells 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1140599)

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7 nights from $442

  • Sleeps7
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    4.7

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This superb Alaskan-style cabin rests near the tranquil village of Clifton on Teme, Worcestershire. Hot tub. Free fishing. Off-road parking. Lakeside views. Great Witley 7.2 miles; Hallow 10.4 miles; Worcester 12.2 miles (Ref. 1080941)

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7 nights from $934

  • Sleeps4
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6 Hillside Terrace is a lovely property resting in an elevated position in Kingswear, Devon. Seaside views. Close to shop. Close to pub. Near National Park. Dartmouth 0.8 miles; Paignton 7.6 miles; Dartmoor National Park 17.9 miles. (Ref. 1145089)

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7 nights from $681

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A duplex apartment resting in Cononley in Airedale. Secure parking. WiFi. Open-plan living room. Skipton 4 miles; Keighley 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1051050)

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7 nights from $970

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A charming, mid-terrace resting in Rothbury, Northumberland. Enclosed garden. Conservatory. Close to amenities. Alnwick 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1092415)

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7 nights from $625

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  • Bedrooms4
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Beautiful, mid-terrace townhouse located in the heart of Yorkshire's Whitby. WiFi. Woodburning stove. Walking and cycling nearby. Pet friendly. Shop and pub 0.4 miles. (Ref. 996376)

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7 nights from $959

  • Sleeps6
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Thistlewood House is a wonderful, detached cottage resting on the outskirts of Wolsingham, Durham. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Near North Ninnes AONB. Bishop Auckland 10.8 miles; Durham 13.9 miles; Barnard Castle 17.3 miles; Newcastle 23.2 miles (Ref. 1017378)

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7 nights from $521

  • Sleeps6
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2 Carlton Cottage is a charming, riverside cottage nestled into the town of Enniskillen, County Fermanagh. Riverside views. Close to a shop and a pub. Bundoran 8.3 miles; Kinlough 10.3 miles; Donegal 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1153655)

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7 nights from $661

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32 Friar Row is a lovely cottage settled into the town of Caldbeck, Cumbria. In Lake District National Park. Close to a shop and a pub. Local Walks. Carlisle 13.3 miles; Keswick 16.7 miles; North Pennines AONB 24.2 miles. (Ref. 1124723)

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7 nights from $644

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Romantic Grade II* listed Georgian bathing house beside the River Dart. River views, balcony and terrace. wood burning stove. Use of seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Ashprington 2 miles. (Ref. 976200)

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7 nights from $796

  • Sleeps6
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4 Carlton Cottages is a homely, riverside cottage nestled into the town of Enniskillen, County Fermanagh. Hot tub. Riverside views. Close to a shop and a pub. Bundoran 8.3 miles; Kinlough 10.3 miles; Donegal 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1154832)

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7 nights from $672

  • Sleeps2
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    4.9

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Shire’s End is an underground pod situated on the owner’s working farm on the outskirts of Ludlow and the Shropshire border. Romantic dwelling. Underfloor heating. WiFi. Tenbury 5.3 miles. (Ref. 1094445)

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7 nights from $682

  • Sleeps4
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4 Barton Cottages, a lovely holiday cottage resting in the quaint village of Down Thomas, Devon. Close to beach. Woodburning stove. DVD player. Barbecue. Dartmoor 10 miles; Tamar Bridge, Cornwall 11.7 miles; Torbay 31.8 miles. (Ref. 1154534)

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7 nights from $620

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The Lobster Pot rests in the lovely Oxwich Leisure Park in the village of Oxwich, Abertawe. Single-storey. Private patio. Children welcome. Pet-friendly. Oxwich 0.1 miles; The Mumbles 10.3 miles; Swansea 13.1 miles. (Ref. 1155828)

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7 nights from $492

  • Sleeps2
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The Band Room is a welcoming, reverse-level abode nestled into Kirkby Stephen, a town in Cumbria. Open-plan. Woodburning stove. En-suite. Near shop. Appleby-in-Westmorland 10.5 miles; Sedbergh 14.1 miles; Barnard Castle 21.7 miles; Penrith 26.6 miles; Ree (Ref. 1156376)

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7 nights from $470

  • Sleeps2
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Hayloft, a lovely little holiday home nestled in Haddiscoe, Norfolk. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Enclosed patio. DVD player. Near Broads National Park. Lowestoft 10.8 miles; Norwich 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1145942)

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7 nights from $476

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
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A substantial, detached property set on the outskirts of the town of Highbridge, Somerset. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Pet-free. Burnham-on-Sea 3.7 miles; Weston-Super-Mare 11.2 miles. (Ref. 1132871)

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7 nights from $1105

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This outstanding detached cottage is located in Wolsingham, County Durham. Pet-friendly. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Bishop Auckland 10.1 miles; Durham 14.1 miles; Barnard Castle 16.5 miles; Newcastle 23.3 miles. (Ref. 1059951)

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7 nights from $570

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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The Fullerton is a beautiful holiday home located near the charming village of Belsay, Northumberland. Near Northumberland National Park. Hot tub. Ponteland 8.2 miles; Morpeth 11.1 miles; Newcastle 16.5 miles. (Ref. 1156027)

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7 nights from $889

Adore the sound of water? Or perhaps you're a keen angler in search of a new fishing spot? Then try a cottage to rent near a river, the ideal base for a relaxing cottage getaway.

Why Riverside Holiday Cottages?

Here in the UK, we're blessed with some truly beautiful rivers, streams and waterways. If you agree, then take a look at these riverside holiday cottages. Choose a riverside holiday let to rent near many of the UK's most beloved natural waterways, from the River Tweed to Fowey River.

A holiday cottage by the river provides a great base for a variety of different holidays. If you're the adventurous type, having a riverside holiday cottage means you'll be able to indulge in all kinds of aquatic escapades. Think kayaking, rafting, canyoning and canoeing- the list goes on!

Alternatively, these riverside holiday lets prove perfect for those who are just yearning to relax with a glass of wine. Just imagine dining alfresco in the grounds of your holiday cottage on a summer's evening with nothing but the sound of the nearby river to distract you.

Places to Visit Near Cottages by the River

There is an abundance of destinations where you can enjoy riverside holiday lets. Venture to sunny Cornwall, where you can find relaxing getaways near the River Tamar, Truro River, East Looe River and beyond! Alternatively, enjoy an action-packed break in a national park, like the Peak District, where the River Derwent and River Bradford provide fantastic watersports opportunities.

Enjoy a riverside holiday of your dreams at these spots:

Devon

Lake District

Norfolk

North Wales

Types of Waterside Holidays

There are plenty of other waterside getaways to enjoy, aside from riverside holiday lets! Why not embark on a fishing holiday, where you can angle the days away? Alternatively, enjoy a holiday cottage by a canal, where walks and narrow boat experiences await.

If you still haven't found what you're looking for there are plenty of other cottages in the UK to choose from!