In the press
The Sunday Times - December 2024
Print & Online: A month by month destination guide to 2025 holidays. Featuring Bridge Cottage in Cornwall.
Country Living - January 2025
Our collaboration with Country Living and their Rewards Programme featured in the Editor's Letter for the January Edition of the monthly national publication.
The Independent - November 24
Live out your 'The Holiday' dreams with a stay in a cosy Cotswold cottage, featuring The Summer House.
The Times - September 24
River Garden Cottage in Litton Mill was featured in The Times article on cosy cottages in the Peak District, both in print and online.
The Times - August 24
The best places to stay in Pembrokeshire, ft Seaside House in Little Haven.
The Times - August 24
Cape Gare, with its breathtaking views over Gare Loch, was featured in the Times' article on the UK's best lakeside stays.
Telegraph - April 24
School holiday tips on how to book and when for your family holiday, featuring Anchorage in Port Isaac.
Independent - April 24
Looking to get away in May? These are the best holidays to make the most of the bank holidays and May half term, ft Beachscape in Pembrokeshire.
Telegraph - April 24
From winter escapes to summertime getaways, explore the perfect UK holiday for every month of the year, ft Officers' Mess in Pembrokeshire.
The Simple Things - February 24
The Simple Things team spent a winter weekend away at Foxtor Barn in Dartmoor, featured in the February issue.
Luxury Lifestyle Magazine - January 24
Classic's Commercial Director, Dan Harrison, sits down with the team at Luxury Lifestyle Magazine to discuss the holiday letting industry.
The Times - December 23
2024 Month by month holiday round up, in print and online, featuring Tretawny for June holidays.
The Times - December 23
Cape Wrath Lodge in Scotland was featured in The Times' article on 2024 holidays, both in print and online.
Hello! Magazine - September 23
A relaxing holiday at Leeway House on the Isle of Wight.
Telegraph - July 23
A trip down memory lane - a multigenerational holiday to Penmellyn House, Cornwall.
Telegraph - July 23
Ever fancied staying in a beach hut? Here are Britain's best, ft The Chalet on the Beach in Lyme Regis.
Country Living - May 23
Take a tour inside Challens Yarde, a Grade II Listed holiday cottage on the Cowdray Estate in west Sussex.
Telegraph - May 23
The UK's best holiday escapes, ft Silver Spray and Chynhalls Farm House.
The Times - March 23
There's nothing like a holiday cottage in the UK for a spring getaway. Ft Peveril in Morfa Nefyn.
Coast Magazine - January 23
A Classic property in Kent was featured in Coast's article on romantic holiday cottages - in print and online.
The Sunday Times - January 23
Where will you go in 2023? A guide to the best places around the world, featuring Troed-y-Rhiw in Pembrokeshire.
The Guardian - January 23
10 holiday cottages that give something back, including Kingham Cottage in Bath.
The Independent - December 22
Make the most of 2022 with a last minute December getaway, ft Four Winds in Portscatho.
The Independent - November 22
Find a cosy cottage for your Christmas getaway ft Bay Tree Cottage.
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The Guardian - September 22
The UK is full of picturesque moorland villages. Here's a few of the best and where to stay, ft The Old Dairy.
Hello! Magazine - September 22
A Dartmoor family holiday in August. Perfect for holidays with others.
The Independent - August 22
There's still time to book an August holiday, ft Chy Kosel in Cornwall.
Which? - August 2022
An update on the UK's holiday cottage agencies amid the summer holiday demand.
The Telegraph - August 22
Stay in the UK this summer and find an affordable holiday, ft our Cornwall collection.
The Telegraph - August 22
A selection of Britain's most delightful holiday cottages for a romantic getaway, ft Week Cottage and Pound Farm Cottage.
Which? - July 22
Scout out the sunshine, the best places for a sunny August holiday, ft Classic as a Tenby holiday cottage provider.
The Guardian - July 22
The best altitude escapes (in the UK!), featuring Roughtor Barn in north Cornwall.
The Times - July 22
Your guide to getting away this summer, ft Moss Farmhouse and Station A.
Which? - April 22
Holiday cottages with direct access to the sea ft. Sea Blue House and Oceanix.
The Sunday Times - April 22
Make the most of the extra bank holiday weekend, ft Fox Cottage.
What Laura Did Next - March 2022
Travel blogger, Laura, enjoyed a fabulous stay at Mimosa in Portscatho.
Telegraph - March 22
Ten getaways for carers, ft Lamb's Tale Shepherd's Hut in Somerset.
The Guardian - January 22
Looking for some summer holiday inspiration? Here are the best self catering cottages for summer, ft The Foxes Cove.
The Sunday Times - December 2021
Holidays for 2022: Comments article on the best holiday options for next year.
The Telegraph - November 21
The best places for a New Year's break, including Meadowgate.
The Guardian - November 21
The best cottages for a New Year celebration, ft The Old Presbytery.
The Telegraph - October 21
Get away this October half term with a stay in a holiday cottage, ft Elmscott.
Weekend Candy - September 21
Switch up the day to day with a stay in a shepherd's hut, Tregwelan Shepherd's Hut.
The Telegraph - Sept 21
The popularity of the 2022 staycation ft Captain Blake's Retreat.
Hello! Magazine - August 21
Take a look around Kirstie Allsopp's beautiful Devon home ft Meadowgate.
The Sunday Times - August 21
Alternative destinations to the UK's hotspots, featuring The Old Piggery.
Family Traveller - July 21
How to have the best summer holiday in Cornwall with the family.
The Times - July 21
How the best beaches in Britain guide was created, ft Goofyfoot in St Agnes.
Telegraph - April 21
Why not stay in the UK for this year's getaway?, ft The Granary at Polwrath.
Independent - March 21
The best holiday deals from 12th April featuring The Shippon at Oldsbrim.
Country Living - March 21
Millstone Cottage in Cornwall was featured in Country Living's Cottage Week.
The Times - February 21
Get booking these holiday cottages for 2021, featuring Old Sandpitts Cottage in Dorset.
Glamour Magazine - February 21
Keep your distance at one of these fabulous shepherd's huts, ft Crannaford Shepherd's Hut.
Telegraph - February 21
The best self-catering cottages for a family holiday this summer, featuring Middle Dean Farmhouse and Sunset Cottage.
The Times - February 21
Where to go when lockdown ends? Why not glamping?, featuring Wildwood Hideaway.
The Sunday Times - January 21
Everything you need to know for this summer's staycation, featuring gorgeous Carthew Barn.
The Guardian - January 2021
Oak House is Dorset was featured in The Guardian's article on holiday cottages for this summer, in print and online.
Good Hotel Guide - January 2021
Mintons in Shaldon was featured in the Good Hotel's Guide to multi-generational family holidays for 2021.
Hello! Magazine - December 20
Skylight Barn was featured in Hello! Magazine best UK cottages for 2021.
The Times - December 20
Classic Cottages and Newlyn School of Art have teamed up on a fantastic competition.
The Telegraph - December 20
The best holiday cottages to book for a last minute New Year's Eve escape.
The Independent - November 20
Fancy getting away this festive season? Take a look at the best holiday cottages for a Christmas holiday.
25 Beautiful Homes - November 20
Oak House in Dorset was featured in 25 Beautiful Homes December issue.
Breathe Magazine - November 20
Musbury Chapel was featured in Breathe Magazine's 'Step Back in Time' Jurassic Coast feature.
Hello! Magazine - October 20
Lavethan Mill Cottage and Millstone Cottage were featured in Hello! Magazine's article on cosy getaways.
Telegraph - October 20
Jasmine Shepherd's Hut was featured in The Telegraph's article on glamping escapes for Autumn.
The Independent - October 20
Autumn is for walking, and here's the a selection of places to stay to make the most of it, featuring Burham Cottage in Dartmoor.
Platinum Magazine - October 20
Chy Morva was featured in a 'Coastal Charm' article on where to stay this autumn.
Coast Magazine - October 20
Larch Barn was featured in the December issue of Coast Magazine, A Coastal Christmas.
Mail Online - October 20
Buckland Place and Early Tide were featured in an article on coastal cottages for the autumn.
Country Living - October 20
The perfect place for a relaxing staycation at Meadowgate in Devon.
Suitcase Magazine - September 20
Barefoot Rusty was featured in Suitcase Magazine's article on shipping containers to stay in this autumn.
Huffington Post - August 20
Rosie's Hut in South Devon was featured in The Huffington Post online article on glamping in the UK.
The Times - August 20
Shepherd's Sky Super Hut was featured in The Times 30 escapes outdoors.
Hello! Magazine - August 20
A review of Hello! Magazine's stay at Barton Manor Farmhouse on the Isle of Wight.
Telegraph - July 20
Meadowgate in Welcombe was featured in The Telegraph's article on Devon holiday cottages.
Hello! Magazine - July 20
UK summer holidays - beautiful breaks on your doorstep this summer.
Good Housekeeping - July 2020
The Seaside: The Iconic Isle of Wight. Featuring Neptune in Seaview.
Weekend Telegraph - July 2020
UK Staycations vs travelling abroad this summer
Telegraph - June 20
Accommodation selling out as Britain prepares for staycation summer
The Times - June 20
30 remote British bolt holes, featuring Forget-Me-Not Shepherd's Hut
Telegraph - July 20
Continued demand for the summer staycation, with facts and figures from Classic.
The Sunday Times - June 2020
Catch 'em while you can. Self-catering this summer is booking up fast. Featuring Kynance Bay House.
Hello! Magazine - June 20
Inside Kirstie Allsopp's holiday home and it is available to rent with Classic Cottages
The Telegraph - May 20
Extraordinary England - Featuring Burr Barn, Devon, and Hatts Barn, Dorset
The Telegraph - April 20
The hashtag that's giving free holidays to NHS workers. How Classic got involved in this fantastic initiative.
The Times - March 20
The gorgeous White Cottage on the Helford was featured in The Times article on Cornwall's best places to stay.
Financial Times - March 20
Buddlewall in Dorset was featured in the Financial Times article on west Dorset, in their weekend magazine and online.
Country Living - February 20
Millstone Cottage in Cadgwith was featured in Country Living's Cottage Week.
Red Magazine - January 20
A full page advert in Red Magazine's January edition, plus Meadowgate was featured on Red Online.
House Beautiful - January 20
Kirstie Allsopp's Meadowgate was featured online on House Beautiful.
Citizen Femme - January 20
Captain Blake's Retreat was featured in a digital detox article on Citizen Femme.
A Luxury Travel Blog - December 19
A guest blog on a Luxury Travel Blog on adventure ideas for your next holiday in the UK.
iNews - December 19
Headford Farm Cottage in Somerset was featured in an article on last minute cottages for New Year.
Independent - November 19
Streamside Mill in Sennen was featured in the Independent's article on last minute holiday deals for December.
Weekend Candy - September 19
Weekend Candy went on a long weekend to Skiber an Fenten in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall.
Country Living - September 19
Spinnaker Houseboat was featured in Country Living's 8 Isle of Wight blog, following a press trip.
Spaniel Life - September 19
Steph, Sev and Lilly stayed at Parc Place in Gwithian, Cornwall.
The Telegraph - August 19
The gorgeous Kephalo was featured in the Telegraph's article on visiting Beer.
Cornwall Life - August 19
A full page editorial from our Chairman Simon, along with an editorial on fun summer activities in Cornwall and a full page advert.
Aspirational Living - Summer 19
A full page advert in the gorgeous Aspirational Living.
The Sunday Times - July 19
We were featured in the Sunday Times beaches in the South West article for our cottages on the Roseland.
The Guardian - July 19
10 new places to stay on the coastline - Wild Pear Shepherd's Hut in Devon and Fortune Houseboat on the Isle of Wight were featured.
The Simple Things - July 19
A full page editorial including a few of our gorgeous properties and a competition to win a £500 voucher.
Cornwall Life - July 19
A full page editorial from our Chairman Simon and a full page advert.
Cornwall Life - June 19
A full page editorial by our Chairman Simon, along with a full page advert.
Veggie Desserts stay at Gylly Sunrise - June 2018
Food blogger and writer, Kate, enjoyed a self catering stay in Falmouth with her young family.
Devon Life - Summer Special
A full page editorial featuring a few of our beautiful South Devon properties and a full page advert.
Devon Life - June 19
A full page editorial on walking holidays in Devon, along with a full page advert.
Somerset Life - June 19
An editorial on Somerset's best countryside walks, along with a full page advert.
Get out with the Kids - May 19
Classic hosted Get out with the Kids in Elm Cottage in Seaview on the Isle of Wight.
Cornwall Life - May 19
An editorial by Simon Tregoning on Cornish fashion! Along with a full page advert.
Conversant Traveller - April 19
Heather and family from The Conversant Traveller stayed at Pitt Farm Cottage in Exmoor.
The Times - April 19
The lovely Eeyore's Cottage in South Devon was featured in 2019's best cottages.
Tin Box Traveller - April 19
Classic were featured in the Tin Box Traveller's '6 of the best child-friendly holidays'.
Independent - April 19
Classic were featured in the Independent's May holiday deals for the beautiful region of Devon.
Cornwall Life - April 19
A full page editorial by Simon Tregoning along with a full page advert.
Devon Life - April 19
Editorial on the top spots to celebrate Spring in Devon, along with a full page advert.
The Guardian - March 19
The gorgeous Spinnaker Houseboat on the Isle of Wight was featured in the Guardian's article on the best beaches and where to stay near them.
In the Moment - Feb 19
A few properties featured in a page about holidays by the sea plus Sunnynook was picked for their feature of four coastal retreats.
The English Home - Feb 19
Full page advert featuring the gorgeous Creek Cottage.
Homes & Antiques - Feb 19
The owner of Middle Colenso got her own property on 13 pages of this magazine - she's got great style, as seen in the cottages
Times Travel for two - Feb 19
Dieppy Farm Cottage was chosen as #10 for this selection of cabin and cottage boltholes for two.
Somerset Life - February 19
Lodges and cosy cabins feature in our Somerset glamping editorial.
Cornwall Life - February 19
Company owner Simon talks Brexit alongside our full page feature advert.
Dorset Life - February 19
The delights of glamping in Dorset, featuring The Chalet on the Beach.
Devon Life - February 19
Showcasing Devon glamping and why everyone should go - if you've been, you'll know.
Cornwall Life - February 19
A double page editorial all about our glamping offerings in Cornwall.
The Times Travel - January 19
The Tabernacle at Frieda and the Moon, the most enviable of glamping interiors, was chosen to appear in The Times Winter Glamping feature.
Cornwall Life - January 19
Company owner Simon talks business, next to our beautiful full page ad, in the January edition 2019.
SMABL Top 7 picks of 2018 - January 2019
Sticky Mud & Belly Laughs rated their stay with us one of their top 7 moments of last year!
Island Visitor Guide 2018/2019
Making sure we feature in front of people wanting to visit the Isle of Wight with a half page ad and cottage listing.
The Independent - December 2018
Featuring alongside, Peru, Italy and Sri Lanka, 23 Coastguard Cottage (3534) in Bembridge on the Isle of Wight was chosen as the perfect last minute New Year break.
The Guardian Travel - December 2018
Greenhills Cottage near Bruton, Somerset was chosen to feature second in the list of perfect places to stay this New Year.
English Home Magazine - December 2018
10 of our properties with amazing views feature in this advertorial with English Home Magazine.
Sussex Life - December 2018
Introducing ourselves to the people of Sussex, as we open a new office in Mayfield.
Aspirational Living - Winter 2018
Mill Barn (3352) featuring in our latest full page advert for Rohrs & Rowe's Aspirational Living magazine.
Wightlife - Winter 18
A page feature on Island hideaways with Flackstead (3913) and a little quarter page ad in this popular guide from Wightlink ferries.
SO magazine - November 18
Introducing ourselves and getting properties in front of a new audience with a glossy mag in Sussex and Kent.
Wealden Times - November 18
A full page ad for a new Sussex audience, featuring the gorgeous hallway of The Old Manor House (2556).
Country Living Magazine - October 2018
Rockwater Cabin (3229) was chosen as one of three cosy cabins to stay in this Autumn by Country Living Magazine. What a location!
Business Cornwall - October 2018
Classic Cottages raised £600 for charity through its Macmillan Coffee Morning activity with employees invited to bake a cake for the event
i News Best holidays to beat blues - October 2018
inews.co.uk featured Sceat Cottage in Devon among holidays such as Loire Valley and the Amalfi Coast to help beat the post-summer blues this October.
Sunday Times Travel - September 2018
Sunnynook was chosen as one to book now before you miss out and featured on the Sunday Times Travel spread.
The Times Best Staycations - September 2018
Sunnynook in Devon was Number 1 of 10 cottages featured in times.co.uk best staycatyions to book now for summer 2019.
Simply South Hams - Autumn/Winter 18
'The very best of everything in the South Hams', so of course we have a full page in there.
Manor magazine - Autumn 18
Merchants Manor featured on a couple of spreads so we capitalised by placing a neighbouring ad, with Lookout and Landlubber in the portfolio.
Prima Magazine - August 2018
Castle house featured as 'grand but cosy' in the Great Escapes section of this popular magazine.
Luxury Travel Diary stay at The Cow Shed - July 2018
The best of the best in the Blackdown Hills, The Cow Shed was the perfect setting for a Somerset holiday.
House Beautiful - July 2018
A beautiful four double page spreads tell the story of how Flackstead on the Isle of Wight came to be the outstanding holiday home it is today.
i News UK holiday homes with pools - July 2018
Nanteague Farm in Cornwall was chosen for a feature on places to stay in the UK because of the heated outdoor swimming pool.
Luxury Travel Diary stay at Coombe Lodge - July 2018
They were looking for luxury and found it in the Quantock Hills at Coombe Lodge.
The Guardian 20 Great Beach Cottages - June 2018
Explore the north Cornish coast from Mapled Cottage in St Agnes, chosen by The Guardian as one of 20 top UK cottages for beach holidays.
The Globetrotter Stay at Orchard Barn - June 2018
An ideal countryside retreat for a sightseeing or a relaxing holiday near St Ives in Cornwall.
Our Man on the Ground stay at Barton Manor Lake Cottage - June 2018
A stay on the island based on the Barton Manor Estate near East Cowes.
25 Beautiful Homes - May 2018
Two double page spreads of a journalist photoshoot and owner interview at Rock (3325).
Sticky Mud and Belly Laughs stay at Stable Tallet - April 2018
The hot tub and games-room were rainy day saviours for this young family on holiday in Devon.
Travelling Book Junkie stay at Eeyore's Cottage - April 2018
Take a trip to your childhood with a stay in the cottage where Christopher Robin lived, near Dartmouth.
My Mills Baby stay at Welltown Barn - March 2018
A magical place for a holiday with big ones and little ones, on the edge of Bodmin Moor.
Sally Akins' stay at Castle House - March 2018
It's not often you get to stay in a real castle, but Sally did in Taunton, Somerset.
Diary of a Jewellery Lover stay at Island Time - February 2018
Melissa was wowed when she walked through the door of one of our Morwenstow Apartments overlooking Porthminster beach in St Ives.
Nat Geo Traveller Isle of Wight staycation - January 2018
Mark Rowe chose to stay at Raleigh Cottage in Seaview to explore the island for National Geographic.
Liz Earle Wellbeing Top British Walking Holidays - January 2018
Both The Linney and Barnell Cottage feature as luxury lodgings when out walking the South West Coast Path.
Country Living - January 2025
Our collaboration with Country Living and their Rewards Programme featured in the Editor's Letter for the January Edition of the monthly national publication.
