If you enjoy exploring historic properties and landmarks it is well worth basing your holiday close to one of your favourites.
There are plenty of options when it comes to sourcing luxury holiday homes close to National Trust sites, whether you are heading for England, Scotland or Wales.
You will find top quality self-catering accommodation within a short car journey, a cycle ride or even a walk of some of the most popular tourist attractions in the UK.
To narrow down your search we have listed seven top National Trust Properties together with online links to nearby luxury holiday cottages.
St Michael’s Mount, Cornwall
Any holiday in England’s most south-westerly county should include a visit to this iconic rocky island, which can be reached by boat or by a leisurely stroll at low tide.
Whether you are planning a luxury self-catering break for romance or as a large family gathering there are an abundance of luxury Cornish holiday homes to consider within easy reach of St Michael’s Mount, which is close to the fishing town of Penzance.
The majestic St Michael's Mount in Cornwall: a popular tourist destination for anyone enjoying a holiday break in the region
Stonehenge, Wiltshire
Few historical monuments in the world can compare with the prehistoric stone circle of Stonehenge. Debates continue as to why it was built but when you get up close you marvel at the feat of engineering which created it 3,500 years ago. Luxury holiday cottages in Wiltshire will allow you to stay nearby. Stonehenge is protected by English Heritage.
Stonehenge in Wiltshire
Robert Burns’ birthplace, South Ayrshire
Historical landmarks abound in Scotland and one of the most popular destinations for tourists is the former home of one of the nation’s favourite sons, Robert Burns. There are plenty of luxury Scottish holiday cottages to choose from to put you within easy reach of the poet’s Burns Cottage, where he was born, landmarks which inspired his work and a fascinating museum.
Stourhead, Somerset
You are spoiled for choice with luxury holiday lets in Somerset and there are plenty of attractions to enjoy while you are there. None more so than the epic Stourhead mansion and its world-reknowned landscape garden with lake and classical temples. As well as walking in the grounds there is lots to enjoy on a tour of the property with Chippendale furniture and stunning paintings.
Penrhyn Castle, Wales
The kids will love the National Trust’s Penrhyn Castle, a 19th-century fantasy castle located between Snowdonia National Park and the spectacular Menai Strait. The property has plenty of interesting historical features inside, including a one-ton slate bed constructed for Queen Victoria. Those who rent luxury holiday cottages in Anglesey nearby often make time for a visit.
Lavenham Guildhall, Suffolk
A walk down the high street in Lavenham is like going back in time with seemingly every property evoking images of Medieval England. More than 300 buildings have an historical interest with the Guildhall, built in 1530, one of the most striking of the timber-framed properties there. You will probably need more than a day to visit and there are options galore for luxury holiday homes in Suffolk.
One of the striking Medieval properties in Lavenham, the Guildhall, which dates back to 1530
Fountains Abbey, North Yorkshire
Fountains Abbey is an incredible place where the magnificent 12th-century abbey ruins blend with the sheer beauty of the Georgian Studley Royal Water Garden. This place has been ranked as a world heritage site. If you are planning to stay in the area you will find plenty of luxury cottages in North Yorkshire very close to this wonderful tourist attraction.
