We have 55 rural retreats in South England to show you.
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Bayside House
41784 bedroom, rural self catering cottage near the beach in Yarmouth, Isle of Wight
This beautiful house is set in several acres of garden on the outskirts of Yarmouth, just a few minutes' walk to the water’s edge, a truly stunning holiday destination. The pro...
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7 nights from £861
10 Shanklin Manor
35113 bedroom, rural self catering apartment near the beach in Shanklin, Isle of Wight.
This superb two-storey, first floor apartment dating back to 1863 is located on the outskirts of Shanklin. 10 Shanklin Manor has an elegant, monochrome interior and the use of a la...
7 nights from £861
7 nights from £1760
Costers Lodge
54903 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Midhurst.
Sitting in gorgeous countryside, this 100 year old luxury sandstone cottage is just a stone's throw from Cowdray House and only a five-minute drive from the centre of Midhurst. It'...
7 nights from £1760
7 nights from £2067
Flackstead
39133 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Brook, Isle of Wight
Flackstead is a stunning eco-friendly house which has breathtaking and uninterrupted coastal views across Compton Bay towards The Needles. Perfect for both families and small group...
7 nights from £2067
7 nights from £877
Keepers Cottage
40704 bedroom, rural self-catering cottage on the outskirts of Wootton, Isle of Wight
This gorgeous stone cottage is tucked away in the most idyllic and tranquil location; surrounded by fields and woodland, this is the perfect holiday setting to truly escape from it...
7 nights from £877
7 nights from £900
South Barn at Pickeridge
52113 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Haywards Heath.
South Barn at Pickeridge is tucked away on a 120 acre working farm in a secluded valley between West Hoathly and Ardingly. It's the perfect retreat for families and friends looking...
7 nights from £900
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7 nights from £1388
Ellenhall
59904 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Battle.
Escape to this picture-perfect countryside retreat which sits in a salubrious location in the High Weald National Landscape (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). Surrounded by anci...
7 nights from £1388
7 nights from £1752
Barton Manor Farmhouse
35804 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in East Cowes, Isle of Wight.
Set in the stunning grounds of The Barton Manor Estate, with access to a private beach, 200 acres of woodland and close to Cowes on the Isle of Wight, Barton Manor Farmhouse is a b...
7 nights from £1752
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Challens Yarde
51494 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage with hot tub near Midhurst
Challens Yarde is a Grade II Listed luxury holiday cottage with hot tub on the Cowdray Estate and can be found on a picturesque rural lane in the village of Easebourne, perfect for...
7 nights from £1848
7 nights from £1980
Pickeridge Barn
52166 bedroom, dog friendly self catering home near Haywards Heath.
This newly converted and eco-friendly barn is rather unique, the perfect holiday home for those looking for a multi-family getaway in the heart of the Sussex countryside. Situat...
7 nights from £1980
