Explore Helpful Guides for Popular Tourist Destinations in the UK and Ireland for Luxury Self-Catering Holidays

Helpful Guides for Popular Tourist Destinations in the UK and Ireland for Luxury Self-Catering Holidays

England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland are interesting countries to visit on a luxury self-catering holiday. Rich in history and offering something quite different from mainland Europe, the countries that make up the UK all have their own charms and distinctive characters. There are many areas in the UK which are picturesque or have historical interest. Inevitably though there are a number which stand out as being exceptionally appealing and have become well known and established popular tourist destinations.

Do take note though that many of the best places are somewhat undiscovered and off the beaten track. If you choose to discover lesser known areas you may for instance come across a quiet sandy beach or pretty village that is not teeming with tourists which has its own benefits. Although some people like to head for popular areas, doing your own thing and visiting less well known regions or districts can also have its advantages.

Some of the most popular locations, which are also some of the most attractive, are the National Parks. There are a total of 21 National Parks in the UK and Ireland. Find out more about each park by checking out our guides below.

Guide to Luxury Cottage Breaks in the National Parks:

Britain's National Parks can offer some of the best opportunities for walking, cycling and hiking in the UK. What's more, these places are protected and some are of sites of special interest, meaning that by and large these are unspoilt places to discover on a luxury break, often with excellent wildlife watching opportunities.


Lake District National Park, a stunning place for a luxury cottage break

Bowness near Windermere, Lake District National Park

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The Clocktower
Hexham, Northumberland, North East , England
sleeps 8
number of bedrooms4
number of bathrooms3
no dogs allowed
Features
garden
Weekly price: £2235.00 - £6032.00
Short breaks: minimum night(s)
Next Available: 25 November to 03 December 24, more dates
Haulfryn
Barmouth, Gwynedd, North Wales , Wales
sleeps 16
number of bedrooms7
number of bathrooms4
no dogs allowed
Features
garden
Weekly price: £1922.00 - £9799.00
Short breaks: minimum night(s)
Next Available: 24 November to 24 December 24, more dates
Rebecca
Helston, Cornwall, South West , England
sleeps 4
number of bedrooms2
number of bathrooms2
 dogs allowed
Features
Weekly price: £959.00 - £5297.00
Short breaks: minimum night(s)
Next Available: 24 November to 22 December 24, more dates
Sundial House
Lyme Regis, Dorset, South West , England
sleeps 9
number of bedrooms4
number of bathrooms2
no dogs allowed
Features
garden
Weekly price: £1575.00 - £6484.00
Short breaks: minimum night(s)
Next Available: 25 November to 01 December 24, more dates
Strawberry Bank - Pipistrelle
sleeps 6
number of bedrooms3
number of bathrooms2
 dogs allowed
Features
open fire
garden
sauna
Weekly price: £721.00 - £2848.00
Short breaks: minimum night(s)
Next Available: 24 November to 06 January 25, more dates
Hunters Lodge at Wildersley Farm
sleeps 6
number of bedrooms3
number of bathrooms2
 dogs allowed
Features
open fire
garden
Weekly price: £1150.00 - £3513.00
Short breaks: minimum night(s)
Next Available: 02 December to 06 December 24, more dates
Atlantic Lodge
Bude, Cornwall, South West , England
sleeps 6
number of bedrooms3
number of bathrooms2
no dogs allowed
Features
garden
Weekly price: £660.00 - £3903.00
Short breaks: minimum night(s)
Foremans Cottage
sleeps 8
number of bedrooms4
number of bathrooms4
 dogs allowed
Features
garden
Weekly price: £577.00 - £2223.00
Short breaks: minimum night(s)
Next Available: 24 November to 16 December 24, more dates
Elm Cottage
Belford, Northumberland, North East , England
sleeps 6
number of bedrooms3
number of bathrooms3
 dogs allowed
Features
open fire
garden
Weekly price: £830.00 - £3906.00
Short breaks: minimum night(s)
Next Available: 24 November to 29 November 24, more dates
Melin Y Plas
Barmouth, Gwynedd, North Wales , Wales
sleeps 6
number of bedrooms3
number of bathrooms3
 dogs allowed
Features
garden
Weekly price: £736.00 - £4317.00
Short breaks: minimum night(s)
Next Available: 24 November to 23 December 24, more dates
Gwynfa
Barmouth, Gwynedd, North Wales , Wales
sleeps 14
number of bedrooms7
number of bathrooms5
 dogs allowed
Features
Weekly price: £1614.00 - £6423.00
Short breaks: minimum night(s)
Next Available: 24 November to 29 November 24, more dates
Hillside Cottage
PORT ISAAC, Cornwall, South West , England
sleeps 7
number of bedrooms3
number of bathrooms1
no dogs allowed
Features
open fire
garden
Weekly price: £1135.00 - £3563.00
Short breaks: minimum night(s)
Next Available: 24 November to 01 January 26, more dates

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