This reading room was erected in 1897 to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee and is now a luxurious holiday home. Completely refurbished in 2023, keeping its historic charm, with original architectural features and character elements preserved, and updated to offer all modern-day conveniences, designed with luxury and comfort in mind. Here you can truly relax, whilst enjoying its tranquillity.
Designed with comfort and relaxation in mind, boasting a comfy sofa and armchair, well-equipped kitchen and the open plan living seamlessly integrates the living room, kitchen, and sunroom to provide a spacious and inviting atmosphere. On cooler evenings, snuggle by the wood burning stove and enjoy time with loved ones. Well-equipped to allow dining from home, but don’t worry, there is a good village pub serving food within walking distance. Outside you will find your very own private sunny courtyard garden. The garden has mature planting and comfortable garden furniture to sit back and relax.
Excellent walks and cycling opportunities available from doorstep. A short walk from the front door is the wonderful Salhouse Broad, with a large green where you can enjoy the boats and wildlife. Excellent location to enjoy the three delights of Norfolk, all 30 minutes’ drive, the stunning coastline, famous Norfolk Broads National Park, and the fine city of Norwich. Sea Palling, Horsey and Winterton on Sea offer quieter and wide sandy beaches backed by dunes. Popular coastal towns such as Cromer, Wells-next-the-Sea or Sheringham offer plenty of seaside attractions. Why not enjoy a leisurely stroll along the beach, indulge in fresh seafood, or enjoy traditional seaside amusements. Wroxham, capital of the Norfolk Broads, 5 minutes’ drive, and a popular destination for boating and birdwatching. Waterside restaurants, cafes, and shops. Tuition, guided tours, paddle boards and canoeing are all available. Hire a day boat or jump on board a river excursion to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Norwich is a must for any shopaholic with two indoor shopping malls and the market square, perfect for fresh sea food, fruit, and vegetables. Norwich theatre hosts live performances, then there’s the medieval cathedral with stunning architecture and serene atmosphere. The castle museum is also well worth a visit. There are many eateries from fine dining to takeaway, real ale pubs and cafes to enjoy. Visit the Blickling Estate, a magnificent Jacobean mansion with stunning parklands. The estate hosts live events and exhibitions throughout the year. Wroxham Barns is a family-friendly attraction with craft shops, a mini-golf course and children’s play area. Enjoy browsing unique gifts, watch craftsmen at work and small animal petting farm. Venture further afield to Blakeney Quay, the Salt Marsh RSPB Reserve, and Pensthorpe Natural Park for excellent bird watching opportunities, a wildlife haven with nature trails and diverse bird species. Shop 3 miles, pub ½ mile.

Roath meaning ‘land near fort’, is one of a pair of delightful cottages situated within the owners’ 2-acre smallholding just outside the small village of Cilcennin and close to the sight of an Iron Age fort in a neighbouring field. The cottage, a renovated cow shed with exposed stonework, has been restored by the owners and it offers very attractive accommodation with a sleek, glossy kitchen and a high quality wet room. Flowing nicely and all on one level, it offers easy access for guests. Featuring open plan living space; it opens out onto its own enclosed courtyard terrace, perfect for relaxing comfortably and keeping an eye on the children or your dogs. There are sheep in the surrounding fields and chickens in the smallholding so the owners request that dogs be kept on a lead outside of the property and that children are supervised. Public footpaths in the immediate vicinity give access to delightful walks ranging from 1 to 10 miles, so put on your sturdy shoes and enjoy the peaceful countryside that surrounds you.

A short 15-minute drive will bring you to the lovely Georgian harbour town of Aberaeron with its colourful houses and an array of independent shops, lots of cafés, restaurants and pubs. Enjoy the renowned local honey ice cream whilst you watch the boats bobbing in the harbour. Further down the coast you will find the seaside town of New Quay where the houses cling to the rocks and the long harbour wall is the perfect place to enjoy fish and chips whilst you try to spot the bottlenose dolphins which are regular visitors to Cardigan Bay. Boat trips are available in season and offer a spectacular view of the coastline.

Visit the beautifully maintained Georgian country estate, Llanerchaeron, just 2½ miles south east of Aberaeron, or you can walk from the town along a wide level pedestrian pathway, ideal for cyclists, pushchairs or wheelchairs. The estate offers a fascinating insight into the life of the Welsh gentry and their staff 200 years ago. Run by the National Trust, there are often events on and there’s a well-stocked farm shop and café.

Less than 30 minutes towards the Cambrian Mountains will bring you to the historic market town of Tregaron, which has many summer events. Just outside the town you can discover the Cors Caron nature reserve covering 2,000 acres.

Ceredigion is a distinctive Welsh region with a thriving cultural identity and is perfect for a weekend break or a longer stay with award winning beaches, sandy coves, sea cliffs, caves and wonderful wildlife, spectacular sunsets and starry dark skies. Come and explore and make Hafan Dawel Cottages your base for a perfect holiday.

Roath can be booked together with Tawelfan (UK6153) to accommodate up to 6 guests.

Honies Farm Barns are 4 superb luxury barn conversions that have been sympathetically renovated, maintaining as many original features as possible. With accommodation ranging from sleeping 4 to 7, these barns offer the ideal retreat for couples, families and groups.
Each barn benefits from high quality fixtures and fittings throughout, underfloor heating and Smart TVs for you to be able to log into your own Netflix or Amazon Prime Video accounts. Surrounded by open fields with patios to sit out and enjoy the view from, here you are also spoilt for choice with miles of walks and good cycle routes throughout the area.
Located 5 miles from Newark, 18 miles from Nottingham and 23 miles from Lincoln these holiday properties are ideal as a touring base for exploring the area. Whether it’s a spa day at nearby Eden Hall, trips down the River Trent from Newark, visiting the Cathedral Quarter in Lincoln or days watching the cricket or shopping in Nottingham there is something for everyone to enjoy. There is a shop and pub within 3 miles drive with the pub at nearby Farndon overlooking the River Trent where you enjoy refreshment as the motor cruisers float by.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 21 guests.

Tucked away it certainly is! Ideal for couples of all ages looking for a spacious holiday cottage in a peaceful rural location.
This detached barn conversion, close to the owners’ home, has its own secluded, patio style Mediterranean garden, with a BBQ to the rear. It has a large entrance hallway with storage and a drying area for boots and coats. The open-plan living area is bright and airy, and has a door off the kitchen leading to the private patio. There is also outdoor undercover space for storing bikes.
Linkinhorne is a small, pretty hamlet just a few miles out of the town of Callington, nestling in the Lynher valley below Bodmin Moor. This part of Cornwall is an unspoilt, hidden rural area quite often missed off the tourist map. This is a great location for exploring a wide region of Cornwall being central to both the south and north coastline. Beach 20 miles. Shop 4 miles, pub and restaurant 1.5 miles away.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the amazing views in this natural habitat for bird and wildlife. There is also the opportunity for fishing on-site. This delightful cottage with its ‘upside down’ design, sundeck and first floor balcony overlooking tranquil marshland, is one of a row of six set a few yards from the mooring basin and the local River Ant. Footpaths offer leisurely waterside strolls and Sutton’s village green is perfect for fishing and picnicking. If you don’t want to cook, there is a local restaurant and pub just a stroll away.
Situated within an easy drive of the Norfolk Broads and Norfolk’s coastline, the property stands in the small hamlet of Sutton Staithe, a conservation area offering a relaxing waterside holiday location next door to the boatyard, with boating activity all around. On your doorstep, there is day launch and river fishing (Bream, Perch, Roach, Rudd, Pike etc) is available in season. Also available are canoe and boat rentals.
The Norfolk Broads Museum is a few minutes’ drive away, where you can discover the history of The Broads and associated boating. Wroxham, known as the ’capital of the Broads’, is only 9 miles away. Closer to home is the seaside resort of Sea Palling, 4 miles, or for quieter sandy beaches, take a trip to Waxham and Horsey. The city of Norwich makes for a great day out, with its cathedral, theatre, castle museum, excellent shopping, restaurants and cafés. Enjoy a day at the seaside resort of Great Yarmouth, only 16 miles away. The Weavers Way runs through the town and provides good walking and cycling opportunities. The market town of Stalham is 1½ miles away and provides a host of amenities including a supermarket, shops, pubs and restaurants. Beach 4 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 80 yards.

Wellgate is a delightful stone-built cottage that dates back to the 1850s and offers a comfortable stay located in the stunning Upper Nidderdale village of Middlesmoor which is set just outside of Pateley Bridge.
This semi-detached cottage has plenty of character with a fireplace and wood burner adding additional heat and charm. Wellgate offers couples a wonderful holiday retreat whilst being ideally located to explore all that the Yorkshire Dales has to offer. Relax in the peace and tranquillity and enjoy the spectacular scenery whatever the season with stunning views from the front of the cottage. On the ground floor is the comfortable living area, a great space to relax in front of the wood burner with a glass of red on those colder evenings after a day exploring the local area. On the same floor you have a well-presented, well-equipped, country-style kitchen that has plenty of room for food preparation. In addition, there is a ground-floor bathroom which includes a shower cubicle and heated towel rail. Up one flight of stairs, you are presented with two bedrooms, stylishly furnished, and decorated and both with fresh cotton linen guaranteeing a perfect night’s sleep. The master bedroom also offers en-suite facilities. To the front of the cottage, there is a small seating area that gives you breathtaking views over the stunning countryside from all angles. This is a fantastic place to watch the sunset whilst having a well-deserved glass of fizz al fresco style.
There is so much to see and do in the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. For walkers, there are so many scenic walks straight from your doorstep so make sure you pack your walking books. For cyclists, the Pateley Bridge to Masham route and the challenging Cote de Lofthouse climb featured as part of the 2017 Tour de Yorkshire and the 2019 World Cycling Championships are also nearby. Towns close by include Pateley Bridge which is a 7-mile drive away giving you quick access to shops, café, restaurants and pubs. The market town of Masham is 10 miles away, and further afield, the cathedral city of Ripon is 40 minutes away. The fashionable spa town of Harrogate is a 45-minute drive. Should you wish to leave the driving and cooking for another day there is a very characterful and proper, traditional North Yorkshire pub that sells locally brewed beer and bar food, and is just one minute’s walk away from the cottage. Nearby National Trust attractions include the magnificent Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal near Ripon and Brimham Rocks in Summerbridge.

Perfect for summer holidays or winter escapes, the warmest of welcomes awaits your arrival at Meadow Farm. Nestled in the countryside, close to the village with its shop and two inns serving food, this is the perfect location to explore the best of Norfolk with its amazing coastline and its famous Norfolk Broads. The barns, each boasting character, are over 200 years old, yet offer contemporary open plan living, and are well equipped and furnished to provide excellent comfort. These well-appointed adjoining barns each enjoy privacy, their own enclosed garden with seating furniture and private parking. The holiday properties are situated in a separate area of the owner’s grounds, which also has a small, members only, Registered Caravan Club site for five caravans, on the properties meadow.

Close by is Hickling Broad, with a nature reserve that links to the Norfolk Broad’s unique topography of reed-lined waterways, famous for their good coarse fishing, boating and rich variety of wildlife, especially waterfowl. Also 3 miles drive away, are the glorious sandy beaches of Sea Palling and Waxham, often visited by seals. Visit Wroxham (11 miles), the capital of the Norfolk Broads, with its waterside cafés, restaurants, shops and daily river trips available. Also catch the Bure Valley Steam Railway here for a wonderful trip to Aylsham. Daily boat hire is available at nearby Hickling Broad and Potter Heigham, ½ mile and 3½ miles away respectively. Quiet country lanes and trails are great for relaxed cycling and walking.

Nearby attractions include many National Trust properties including Blickling and Felbrigg Hall and Horsey Windpump. Visit the seaside resort of Cromer (21 miles) with a promenade and pier, and Sheringham (26 miles), home to the North Norfolk Steam Railway. The city of Norwich (21 miles), with its cathedral, castle, museums, galleries, restaurants, cinema, theatre and shopping with two malls and market square is within easy driving distance. For another great day out, visit Horsey Gap (National Trust) where you can walk on the sand dunes and see the seals and pups on the beach (November to February). Beach 3 miles. Two pubs serving good food, one with a small shop both within walking distance.