These two stone built holiday cottages (ref 29227 and ref TJU) date back to the 17th century and enjoy a rural location with superb sea views. Pet-friendly Downhouse Cottage was extended in Victorian times, while Downhouse has a rustic feel with a clome oven in the fireplace and a large garden. Both cottages benefit from a sitting-out area with stunning views of the coastline. Surrounded by countryside, they are perfect for walkers to enjoy the views from the South West Coastal Path. Ideally situated for visiting some of the many attractions of Cornwall, including Tintagel, the mythical home of King Arthur, Boscastle with its harbour and Port Isaac, made famous by the TV’s ‘Doc Martin’. Further down the coast are Polzeath with its surfing beach, and Rock where you can take a ferry across to Padstow with its array of interesting shops, pubs and restaurants, including Rick Stein’s famous restaurant. The private water supply is renowned for its natural refreshing taste and is tested annually. Beach 1 mile. Shops, pub and restaurant 1 mile. The properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 9 guests.

Drummond House is a beautiful property located off the A96 between Inverness and Nairn close to Loch Flemington. It sits in large enclosed grounds with trees, shrubs, fruit trees and lots of quiet seating areas to take in the scenery and the wildlife.
Walking through the front door takes you into a large hall with storage for boots and jackets after a day exploring. The living space is open plan with the living area to the front of the property; it is large room with comfy sofas, a Smart TV and amazing views across the garden and the hills beyond. The dining room flows off the kitchen which has plenty of cupboard space and is equipped with everything you will require for your stay. Located at the rear of the property is the conservatory with views of the garden and provides an additional seating area. There is separate toilet on this floor.
On the first floor are two bedrooms. The large bedroom has a kingsize bed and a single bed, and the second bedroom has two single beds and overlooks the garden.
There is a beautiful garden surrounding the property, with lawns, trees, shrubs, many seating areas to enjoy the outdoors and the amazing surroundings. Due to the location, rabbits, foxes and the odd deer may join you as well.
Just 100 metres from Loch Flemington, which has been designated as a Special Protection Area (SPA) and is an internationally important breeding site for Slavonian grebe and a range of other rare, indigenous plants and animals, including breeding swans. The beautiful loch is also said to have an island on it, upon which a castle once stood; in very dry summers its foundations can be seen. The loch was at one time considered one of the best places in Scotland to fish for trout.
The property is located 15 minutes from Inverness Airport and 20 minutes from Inverness city centre, which offers a selection of restaurants, cafés, bars, cinema, theatre, golf courses and fishing on the River Ness.
Maybe take a boat trip up Loch Ness or visit Culloden Battlefield, Fort George museum or Cawdor Castle. Why not take a trip out on the Moray Firth to see dolphins?
The area has a huge selection of amazing walks where you can enjoy the wonderful scenery of the area. To the east is the seaside town of Nairn only 15 minutes away with its sandy beach and selection of restaurants, cafés and bars.
Drummond Lodge will not disappoint and is perfect for all the family. The location is ideal to either relax in or just as a base from which to visit the surrounding area and explore the Highlands.

This seaside house is nestled in the popular seaside village of Caister-on-Sea and 700 yards’ walk away is the long sandy beach backed by dunes. The village amenities are also a short walk away with a selection of pubs, restaurants, takeaways, bakery, butcher, and supermarket. There are miles of soft sandy beaches and dunes to explore, and dogs are welcome on the beach all year round, sea fishing is also available (licence required). There is horse racing, and a greyhound stadium also hosting stock car and banger racing throughout the summer season; both stadiums have their own bar/restaurants to provide a great night out. Caister Castle, built in 1432, which currently houses an impressive classic car collection, is also nearby.
The traditional seaside resort of Great Yarmouth is a 15 minutes’ drive, or a 6 miles’ beach walk, offering fun for all ages. Hosting a pier with live entertainment, fun fair, Sea Life Centre, leisure centre with indoor swimming pool, amusement arcades, as well as candy floss, ice cream and fish and chip shops available along the main promenade, there are also a shopping arcade and market square. The Norfolk Broads National Park is also on your doorstep, and this impressive and unique landscape is best explored by boat. Daily boat hire and river trips are available to explore the expanse of waterways and there are many waterside restaurants along the way. The fine city of Norwich, with two indoor shopping centres and a market square is a must for any shopping enthusiast, it also has a cathedral and castle museum, theatre, plenty of restaurants, cafés, and pubs. Beach 700 yards. Shop, pub, and restaurant 180 yards.

A cosy Welsh cottage, nestled in a peaceful and idyllic location in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park, surrounded by countryside views. The bay window is a lovely spot to enjoy watching the birds. Help yourself to the bird feed, please just replenish what you use so the next guests can enjoy too. It is in a rural location yet there’s a friendly pub only 3 miles away in Penmachno, along with small convenience store that’s open seven days of the week. A few minutes down the road is the Penmachno Bike Trails with 30km of trails suitable for all abilities, managed and set up by local volunteers and funded by donations. There are many walking routes with wonderful scenery to explore, you can even take a wander around the now disused slate quarry a short walk from the cottage, or for the more adventurous, why not delve below and take a tour into the caves with ’Go Below Underground Adventures’?
A short drive of ten minutes will take you to Betws-y-Coed known as the ‘gateway to the Snowdonia National Park’, a popular destination for all age groups. It’s a bustling spot with many highly rated eateries to enjoy, friendly pubs, some fabulous shops selling local items and various outdoor pursuit shops, and a Golf Club which welcomes visitors.
There are some very scenic walks straight from your doorstep, along rivers, waterfalls, Llyn (lake) Elsi sits above the village and is well worth the hike up. Just down the valley from Betws-y-Coed are the famous Marin Bike Trails, with colour coded routes suitable for all abilities. You’ll find a bike hire shop in Betws-y-Coed and at the nearby market town of Llanrwst; here you will also find a larger grocery store. Just up the road from the Marin Bike Trails is Llyn Geirionydd (Geirionydd Lake) this is a wonderful spot for a day out where you can use the lake to take a dip or use your paddle boards and kayaks; there are picnic benches available, parking and toilets.
Tree Top Adventures are nearby where you will find six adventures to choose from, some of which are tree hopping, a forest coaster and skyride (check out their website and be sure to book to avoid disappointment). 20 minutes’ drive from the cottage are Llechwedd Slate Caverns at Blaenau Ffestiniog, another great day out for the kids and adults alike, with further activities for all interests such as deep mine tours, underground golf, ziplines and more.

Situated in a rural and secluded position, this delightful holiday home complete with open fire offers cosy and welcoming accommodation with excellent views over open countryside. Some 3 miles from Stanhope, which offers a good selection of shops and pubs and in the heart of Weardale providing footpath walking direct from the door. This farmhouse is centrally placed for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, Northumberland and the Lake District, offering attractions to suit all age groups. There is also Hamsterley Forest which is ideal for walking and cycling. Climbing, horse riding, fishing and swimming are all available in the local area. Shop 0.75 miles, pub and restaurant 0.5 miles.

Situated in open farmland, looking out onto gorgeous rolling hills in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Within a few minutes’ drive are a country pub, a heated indoor swimming pool with sauna, golf, and the Saxon hilltop town of Shaftesbury with its famous Gold Hill, abbey ruins, shopping and cafes. Within driving distance are Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, Corfe Castle, Stonehenge, Longleat, Stourhead and numerous other places of interest.

Elizabeth House is quietly situated in the outskirts of the pretty village of Bampton on the edge of the Exmoor National Park. This holiday home is perfect for guests looking to enjoy the peace and quiet of a Devon beauty spot. Upon entering the property, guests will find the spacious living room where they can relax in front of the electric fire watching your favourite movie on the Freeview Smart TV. The open plan kitchen/dining room is fully equipped with high-end appliances and modern units, whilst the dining table provides a great space to enjoy a family meal. Outside guests will enjoy the private enclosed garden with outdoor seating, a lovely spot for relaxing in the sunshine. Heading upstairs to the first floor where there is a double room and a single room. On the second floor is the spacious master bedroom which has a double bed and an en-suite shower room, the family bathroom is also on the second floor.
The local scenery is beautiful and there are many walks from the doorstep. Exmoor and Wimbleball Lake are close by for walking, cycling, fly fishing, horse riding and a wide variety of water sports. Bampton has a wide range of amenities with butchers, bakers, greengrocer, three pubs, restaurants and cafés, two convenience stores, two antique shops and a children’s play park. While great pubs, restaurants and delicious local food also available in Dulverton. This is a fantastic location for exploring many villages and local sites especially on Exmoor; Dunkery Beacon, Porlock, Landacre and Dulverton. There are several National Trust stately homes and gardens within easy reach, including Knightshayes Court, a striking gothic mansion with extensive grounds. The large town of Tiverton is just 4 miles away and offers some interesting places in amongst the hustle and bustle of everyday life, including Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life, which is one of the largest social history museums in the South West. The rolling wild green hills of Exmoor are nearby, where you may find stags, streams and breathtaking scenery, along with the town of Dulverton and Dunster village. Exeter and Taunton are a short 35-minute drive away offering shops, theatres and restaurants, or visit the beaches of North Devon and even the Jurassic Coast. This is a perfect base for touring rural inland Devon, often missed by tourists heading for the coast. With lots of day out opportunities from your doorstep, make Elizabeth House the base for your next Mid Devon holiday.

At Lady Edith’s Holiday Park, you have a welcoming family friendly bar next to a play area, making this fun for everyone. You can also purchase a fishing permit for the local mere, or explore the nearby woodland. In Scarborough there are two bays. North Bay Beach sweeps in a crescent lined with colourful beach huts with the Sea Life Centre at the far end. You can walk from the North Bay all the way along the promenade to the busier South Bay. At the south bay you have all the fun of a traditional seaside holiday with arcades as well as many cafés, restaurants, bars and shops to visit. Both bays have lovely, large sandy beaches. There is also Scarborough Castle which stands on the cliff top between the two bays, as well as the casino and the funfair on the seafront.
Peasholm Park is wonderful to discover, you can hire pedalos and rowing boats to go around the lake and see the stunning oriental gardens. Scarborough is famous for its theatres. There is an outdoor theatre which stages concerts by some of music’s big names, and then there is the Stephen Joseph Theatre which is famous for the premieres of Alan Ayckbourn’s plays. The Alpamare waterpark is great for all ages, with its fantastic wave pool and waterslides, as well as a large heated outdoor infinity pool. Keep younger children entertained with the ’splash and play’ area. For adults there is a spa where you can relax and be pampered. The heated outdoor pools are warm enough to enjoy through all of the seasons. Further along the coast you also have Ravenscar, Whitby, Robin Hood’s Bay and Bridlington to discover. There is so much to see and do you are sure to be spoilt for choice. Beach 3 miles.
European Lodge (UK40848) can be booked together with Red Wood Lodge (UK40849) to accommodate up to 11 guests.

This attractive detached ‘long house’ is situated in the small crofting community of Feriniquarrie, near Glendale on the Isle of Skye. All on the ground floor, you can relax in the front of the wood burner in the living room. The kitchen/dining room is well-equipped should you wish to make an evening meal or lunchtime snack. There is a double sofa bed in the living room, a bedroom with a double bed and en-suite facilities, and a single bedroom. The family bathroom completes the picture.
The property is only a 5-minute walk from the shore where you can perhaps catch sight of otters and many species of bird life. It enjoys views across the surrounding croftland to the waters of Loch Pooltiel (sea loch), and makes the perfect holiday base for exploring this beautiful island. Alternatively, sit outside and enjoy the tranquil surroundings and the magnificent sunsets.
Nearby, Glendale is a picturesque village, a jewel of Scotland’s Inner Hebrides. Situated on Skye’s western coast, Glendale boasts some of the island’s most breathtaking landscapes. Visitors are treated to rugged cliffs, verdant hills, and the mesmerisng Neist Point Lighthouse, a prominent coastal landmark with panoramic ocean views.
This tranquil village is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering hiking, wildlife spotting, and photography opportunities amidst stunning natural beauty. Glendale’s sense of seclusion and its cosy cottages make it an ideal escape for those seeking a remote and serene retreat. With its rich history, welcoming community, and awe-inspiring scenery, Glendale epitomizes the charm of the Isle of Skye.
Shop 1.5 miles, pub 9 miles, restaurant 3 miles.

"Acres of peaceful and secluded countryside surround these magnificent cottages..."


At the heart of Glenprosen, one of the renowned ‘Glens of Angus’, lies the Balnaboth Estate on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park; 6,000 peaceful and secluded acres surrounding 16th-century Balnaboth House. In its midst, these six characterful holiday cottages each offer a unique and magical holiday retreat; indeed the creator of Peter Pan himself (Sir James Barrie) was born in nearby Kirriemuir and holidayed here.

These cottages were once occupied by shepherds, gardeners or other staff of the Ogilvy family when this was a traditional Victorian sporting estate. Red squirrels play in the trees, otters frequent the burns, and deer graze all around. Because of the varied scenery, that varies from beech woods to forest, pasture to heather moor, mountain streams to river pools, the area enjoys a spectacular range of wildlife, including species largely extinct elsewhere in Britain, such as black game and ptarmigan.
Magnificent walking, bird-watching, mountain biking and (in season) cross-country skiing abound on the estate and, further afield, downhill skiing at Glen Shee (25 miles). Fishing is available on a 5-mile stretch of the River Prosen, and there are twenty golf courses within an hours’ drive.
Enjoy the seclusion of this beautiful glen - peaceful, relaxing, scenic - yet just a few minutes’ drive from bustling market towns and busy fishing harbours which hug the Angus coastline, as well as from the city of Dundee which offers many attractions for all the family. The exciting Dundee Contemporary Arts is a stunningly-designed centre which incorporates galleries, a print studio and two art-cinema screens, while the Mills Observatory is Britain’s only full-time public observatory with a resident astronomer.
Good road, rail and air access to Angus provide easy access from all parts of the UK or international destinations. Shop 9-10 miles.