Riverside and lakeside cottages in South West
From tranquil escapes on the banks of the River Fowey to lochside cottages in Scotland, there’s something rather lovely about a getaway by the water. Feel your stresses and strains fade away with your waterside stay, best spent soaking up the glorious views, watching the local wildlife, indulging in sun-drenched waterside picnics, and kayaking or paddle boarding along the glassy water. Sounds just perfect, doesn’t it?
We have 52 self catering riverside and lakeside cottages in South West
7 nights from £526
Lamellen Lodge
55823 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wadebridge, North Cornwall.
Standing on guard at the entrance to the beautiful Lamellen Estate, on the banks of the River Allen, the cosy interiors of this riverside retreat, sit comfortably alongside the his...
7 nights from £526
7 nights from £721 *
Bracken Lea
54074 bedroom, dog friendly cottage in Lynton, Devon.
Located close to the villages of Lynton and Lynmouth, with their unique water-powered cliff railway, in an area famed for its beaches and the beauty of Exmoor, this fun, modern, re...
7 nights from £721 *
7 nights from £688 *
Lynher House
5327Dog friendly cottage for 4 on the river banks at Anthony Passage, Cornwall
Fall head over heels in love this with stunning waterside home made for rest, relaxation and exploring this stunning corner of Cornwall. Set on the banks of the River Lynher wit...
7 nights from £688 *
7 nights from £1100
Maypool Hideaway
5299Luxury 1 bedroom lodge with sea views near Brixham, Devon.
Beautifully crafted and with captivating views at every turn, Maypool Hideaway is a delightful and luxurious retreat nestled in the verdant countryside of south Devon, with captiva...
7 nights from £1100
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We scour the coast and country to winkle out bits worth sharing with you, the best properties in lovely locations. While we’re out and about, we gather together the best things to do so that you can start planning your holiday as soon as you’ve booked.
The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
River Dart Hideaways
7 nights from £4840
7 nights from £715
Greenshanks Cottage
53022 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views near Truro, South Cornwall.
Sitting neatly at the top of a hamlet of traditional Cornish cottages, Greenshanks overlooks Restronguet Creek in one of the most unspoilt locations in the south west of England. P...
7 nights from £715
7 nights from £935 *
Gurrow Point Hideaway
5063Luxury 2 bedroom lodge with sea views in Brixham, Devon.
With far reaching views over the beautiful River Dart and the surrounding verdant countryside of south Devon, Gurrow Point Hideaway is a stunning retreat, beautifully crafted to of...
7 nights from £935 *
7 nights from £935 *
Ditsum Hideaway
5098Luxury 2 bedroom, dog friendly lodge with sea views near Brixham, Devon.
Make your way to the glorious River Dart and the beautiful surrounding countryside, where you will find Ditsum Hideaway ('Ditsum' is the local abbreviation of Dittisham, our nearby...
7 nights from £935 *
7 nights from £935 *
Galmpton Creek Hideaway
5064Luxury 2 bedroom, dog friendly lodge with sea views in Brixham, Devon.
Welcome to Galmpton Creek Hideaway, a gorgeous eco-friendly hideaway nestled in a rather magical location on the River Dart. Feel your worries melt away as you arrive at this idyll...
7 nights from £935 *
7 nights from £935 *
Greenway Hideaway
5062Luxury 2 bedroom, dog friendly lodge with sea views in Brixham, Devon.
Nestled in the gorgeous, lush countryside of south Devon, with spectacular views over the river Dart, Greenway Hideaway is unique and beautifully crafted, built to offer the very b...
7 nights from £935 *
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You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.
