Rural retreats in South England

Rural retreats in South England

South England does rural like nowhere else. Pick your perfect rural retreat from our selection of 55 countryside cottages in South England. Read more

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The Tea Hut is a 1 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage near Crowborough and the Ashdown Forest.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £369

The Tea Hut

4477

1 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage near Crowborough and the Ashdown Forest.


*Book a 3 night stay during February and March and receive a free pottery experience. Spaces are limited, so please check availability with our sales team prior to booking.* The...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £369

Carter's Cottage is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage near Hailsham.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £378

Carter's Cottage

6005

1 bedroom self catering cottage near Hailsham.


This cosy and well-appointed semi-detached country retreat sits on a working heavy horse farm, perfect for couples or solo travellers looking to unwind, reconnect and enjoy the slo...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £378

Hayesland Lodge is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Rye.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £500

Hayesland Lodge

5700

1 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Rye.


This gem is situated in a peaceful and tranquil setting in a National Landscape (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) with farmland views, a short drive from the coast and the me...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £500

Jessie is a Luxury dog friendly Shepherds Hut near Battle.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

From £75 per night

Jessie

5231

Luxury dog friendly Shepherds Hut near Battle.


Jessie is a gorgeous shepherd's hut situated two hours from London, tucked away down a long meandering path in a paddock between crab apple and cherry trees, with views of the Suss...

  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

From £75 per night

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Grace Cottage is a 1 bedroom holiday cottage close to the sea near Ventnor, Isle of Wight
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £560

Grace Cottage

4209

1 bedroom holiday cottage close to the sea near Ventnor, Isle of Wight


This gorgeous barn conversion is set within the grounds of the stunning North Grounds Farm, just outside the village of Chale Green on the southern side of the Island. For the envi...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £560

The Laundry is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Polegate.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £585 *

The Laundry

5650

2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Polegate.


This retro-style retreat is the perfect place to relax, recharge and reconnect. It sits in the picturesque downland village of Jevington within the South Downs National Park, just ...

  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £585 *

Medleys Barn is a 2 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage near Crowborough and the Ashdown Forest.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £593 *

Medleys Barn

4476

2 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage near Crowborough and the Ashdown Forest.


Medleys Barn in High Hurstwood is an ideal base for exploring Ashdown Forest or for visits to Glyndebourne. Once a cart barn on a well-established fruit farm, this charming barn co...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £593 *

Douglas Fir is a Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £85 per night

Douglas Fir

5290

Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.


Hidden away in the West Sussex countryside yet just two hours from London, this luxury shepherd's hut offers a magical escape for two. Beautiful and handcrafted, it has all you ...

  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £85 per night

Cala Lily is a Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £85 per night

Cala Lily

5289

Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.


With countryside views and just two hours from London, Cala Lily is a luxury shepherd's hut situated in the beautiful countryside of West Sussex and offers a dreamy escape where yo...

  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £85 per night

Isla Rose is a Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £85 per night

Isla Rose

5948

Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.


This oh-so-romantic shepherd's hut for two lies in the beautiful countryside of West Sussex and offers an idyllic, peaceful escape that's dog friendly too. Just a mere two hours...

  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

From £85 per night

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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 55 handpicked countryside cottages in South England.