
Rural retreats in Central England
Central England does rural like nowhere else. Pick your perfect rural retreat from our selection of 21 countryside cottages in Central England. Read more
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From £92 per night
The Potting Shed
51031 bedroom cabin with outdoor bath near Stafford
The Potting Shed is a cute and quirky retreat tucked away in the tranquil, unspoilt countryside in Staffordshire, and is just the place if you're looking for a romantic getaway som...
From £92 per night
From £92 per night
Shepherd's View
5111Shepherds hut with wood-fired hot tub, near Stafford.
Tucked away in the peaceful Staffordshire countryside sits Shepherd's View, a wonderful shepherd's hut with a delightful rustic charm. Filled with gorgeous touches and cosy places ...
From £92 per night
From £104 per night
The Woodsman
5110Cosy cabin with a wood burner and wood-fired hot tub near Stafford.
Welcome to The Woodsman, a rather sweet, quirky escape for two nestled in the rural bliss of the Staffordshire countryside. Step inside to discover your charming welcoming hide...
From £104 per night
From £112 per night
The Cabin
51302 bedroom boutique cabin near Presteigne.
The Cabin is a wonderfully unique retreat brimming with style and luxury nestled near the English/Welsh border. This gorgeous hideaway for two was meticulously crafted by the owner...
From £112 per night
From £112 per night
The Lean To
51312 bedroom boutique cabin near Presteigne.
Welcome to The Lean To, an absolutely stunning hideaway for two with a wonderfully distinct style that is beautifully complemented by the rugged landscapes that surround it. This f...
From £112 per night
7 nights from £530
The Gallery
57562 bedroom self catering cottage near Burford.
The Gallery is a super spacious, light and airy, semi-detached Cotswold barn. It has a fully equipped kitchen that leads through to an open plan sitting/dining-room, with a hugely ...
7 nights from £530
7 nights from £556
The Farthings
56772 bedroom self catering cottage near Moreton-In-Marsh
If you are looking for a cosy Cotswold bolthole to escape to, then The Farthings won't disappoint. This pretty terraced cottage sits pretty amongst its neighbours and is nestled ju...
7 nights from £556
7 nights from £565
Oak Tree Cottage
57412 bedroom self catering cottage near Burford.
Oak Tree Cottage is a delightful semi-detached barn conversion and is nestled next to its neighbour, The Gallery (5756). They can be booked together for larger gatherings. The acco...
7 nights from £565
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7 nights from £637
River Garden Cottage
55032 bedroom riverside cottage near Bakewell.
Located in a small hamlet, Litton Mill, midway between Buxton and Bakewell, this utterly charming cottage is ideal for couples and young families seeking a getaway in the Derbyshir...
7 nights from £637
7 nights from £653
Botloes Farm Barn
57112 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Newent.
This charming holiday let is a beautifully stylish converted barn situated within the serene surroundings of Botloes Farm, nestled amongst seven acres of picturesque landscapes com...
7 nights from £653
There's nothing like a good hearty stomp across the fields and a healthy dose of country air to recharge the batteries. Leave behind the hustle and bustle for a world of winding country lanes, fields, woodlands, stepping-stone streams and wild, open moors. Walk, fish, cycle – or just sit back, relax and enjoy the silence from one of our 21 handpicked countryside cottages in Central England.