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Family-friendly holiday cottages

An aerial view of Greenlands, with Poole Harbour in the distance, Dorset
An aerial view of Greenlands, with Poole Harbour in the distance, Dorset | © National Trust/Mike Henton

From fun-filled summer escapes to relaxing and cosy winter breaks, there's plenty of places to enjoy a family holiday in the UK with us. Play hide-and-seek in the woods, surf the waves on a seaside adventure and explore cycle and walking trails close to your cottage. Plan a family adventure for 2025.

Holidays by the sea

The exterior of Castell Farmhouse, Pembrokeshire

Castell Farmhouse 

If sea views and coastal walks are at the top of your list, try this Pembrokeshire farmhouse.

Wales

6 guests
Dogs welcome: 2
The exterior of Portbraddan Cottage, County Antrim

Portbraddan Cottage 

You’ll find this seaside cottage at the western end of White Park Bay with great views all around.

Northern Ireland

6 guests
Dogs welcome: 0
The sitting room at Pentire Head Farmhouse, Cornwall

Pentire Head Farmhouse 

A handsome Cornish farmhouse with space to gather, perched on the Pentire headland for beaches, walking trails and wildlife.

Cornwall

8 guests
Dogs welcome: 2
The front exterior of 3 Horsey Barns, with two-storey glazed windows and thatched roof, Norfolk

3 Horsey Barns 

Take some time out at this rustic and characterful barn conversion, with the beautiful Norfolk broads on the doorstep.

Norfolk

6 guests
Dogs welcome: 2

Family-friendly adventures

The exterior of Llety Mawr and the Craflwyn cottages, Gwynedd

Llety Mawr, Wales 

Situated in the newly renovated stable block of Craflwyn Hall, Llety Mawr backs onto woodland, with walks from the doorstep and space to run around. With many walking trails in Craflwyn and nearby Beddgelert, you can explore waterfalls, lakes, wild heath and wooded valleys. Sleeps 6.

Wales

6 guests
Dogs welcome: 2
The exterior of Darfar, Derbyshire

Darfar 

A lovingly restored farm building with a modern rustic interior, set alongside the River Manifold.

The Peak District & Derbyshire

4 guests
Dogs welcome: 0
The exterior of Beech Cottage and the shared garden, Dorset

Oak Cottage 

For a rural getaway close to the coast try this thatched cottage on the Golden Cap estate.

Dorset

4 guests
Dogs welcome: 2
The exterior of Stackpole Cottage, Pembrokeshire

Stackpole Cottage 

A traditional farmhouse in the main courtyard at Stackpole with miles of coastal walks on the doorstep.

Wales

5 guests
Dogs welcome: 0

Nature holidays

The sitting room at Cladium, showing the two sofas, and glass doors to the back garden, Cambridgeshire

Cladium 

This little cottage is on the edge of 2,000 acres of rare landscape, filled with wildlife, at the Wicken Fen Nature Reserve.

Cambridgeshire

4 guests
Dogs welcome: 2
The exterior of Newtown Cabin, Isle of Wight

Newtown Cabin 

Set in a quiet backwater on the Newtown National Nature Reserve, this rustic, cosy cabin is surrounded by coastal paths and meadows, so it’s the perfect spot for a nature-filled break.

Isle of Wight

4 guests
Dogs welcome: 1
Exterior view of Wembury Mill Cottage, Devon

Wembury Mill Cottage 

Stay as close to the beach as possible in this old mill conversion right on the edge of Wembury.

Devon

4 guests
Dogs welcome: 0
The exterior of White Edge Lodge, Derbyshire

White Edge Lodge 

Original features, a dramatic location with vast Peak District views and a roll top bath perfect for relaxing after a walk.

The Peak District & Derbyshire

5 guests
Dogs welcome: 2

Quality time together

The exterior of Mose Barn, Shropshire

Mose Barn 

A beautiful barn conversion, with original trusses and tiles alongside luxurious modern comforts.

Shropshire & Staffordshire

6 guests
Dogs welcome: 0
The exterior of Holeslack Farmhouse, Cumbria

Holeslack Farmhouse 

Contemporary and rustic combine in this Grade II listed farmhouse on the Sizergh estate.

Lake District

8 guests
Dogs welcome: 2
The view from the garden over Robin Hood's Bay at High Peak, Yorkshire

High Peak 

With panoramic views over Robin Hood’s Bay, this cottage offers coast and countryside on the doorstep.

Yorkshire

8 guests
Dogs welcome: 2
The exterior of Risemoor, Northumberland

Risemoor 

Close to the sands of Embleton Bay, this coastal cottage is a great spot for wildlife watching.

Northumberland & the North East

6 guests
Dogs welcome: 2
Sunset over Rhossili Bay on the Gower Peninsula, South Wales

Plan your getaway

Inspired to book your break or would like to find out more? Take a look at all our unique holiday cottages and find your perfect getaway.