20 Waterside Coolstays
Round-ups

20 Waterside Coolstays

2nd June 2021

You'll find these dream hideaways on lake shores and riverbanks around the UK. The perfect spot for a lazy and luxurious staycation, there's nothing more relaxing than just sitting by the water's edge and letting the world go by.


See our Lakes & Rivers collection for more waterside places to stay

Lakes & Rivers


The Lighthouse, Gairloch

Gairloch - Wester Ross

Sleeps 7

Enjoy having your own private haven in the spectacular Scottish Highlands at The Lighthouse in Gairloch.

The Raft at Chigborough

Chigborough - Essex

Sleeps 4

An exceptional way to experience life on the water, with room for four in this floating lake cabin on the Essex coast. There’s a hot tub, a boat and an inviting covered deck

The Harpy Houseboat

Tower Bridge - London

Sleeps 10 adults and 2 small children

An historic London floating home with the postcard view of Tower Bridge - The Harpy is like no houseboat you’ve ever seen!

Hunsett Mill

Stalham - Norfolk

Sleeps 9

Contemporary, stylish and award winning holiday home incorporating a former mill keeper's cottage that comfortably sleeps nine in Norfolk.

The Tower

Crickhowell - Powys

Sleeps 2

Enjoy character and luxury at this atmospheric folly in the heart of a Welsh national park.

Ty Hedfan

Brecon - Powys

Sleeps 6

Natural beauty and stunning modern design work harmoniously in the Welsh hills at Ty Hedfan.

Backwater

Wroxham - Norfolk

Sleeps 8

Incredible architect-designed holiday home that shows you the Norfolk Broads up close. Room for eight and plenty of outdoor space to enjoy on the irresistible deck.

Kilchuimen House

Fort Augustus - Inverness-shire

Sleeps 8

This truly magical Highlands escape is located on the southern shore of Loch Ness and offers stunning views, open-plan living and luxurious interiors.

Secret Garden

Beccles - Suffolk

Sleeps 4

Luxury glamping pod for four on the banks of the River Waveney in the Broads National Park offering a peaceful family escape.

Croft 103

Durness - Sutherland

Sleeps 2

Two contemporary eco-hideouts in a wild Scottish landscape, hidden away from the outside world for the ultimate romance…

The Tin Sheds Skye

Broadford - Isle of Skye

Sleeps 6 per shed

On the coastline of the beautiful Isle of Skye sit these two luxury and eco-friendly holiday homes with spectacular views.

Kingfisher's Nest

Near Colchester - Essex

Sleeps 4

Secluded cabin with hot tub and sauna on the banks of a lake just south of Colchester, perfect for rural romantic getaways.

Crispie House

Tighnabruaich - Argyll

Sleeps 16

Spacious and decadent seven bedroom self-catering villa on Scotland's Argyll coast with indoor pool, sauna, and private beach

SULA Lightship

Gloucester - Gloucestershire

Sleeps 4

Extraordinary two bedroom apartment onboard a historic lightship moored in the Gloucester Docklands.

Fada

Portree - Isle of Skye

Sleeps 2

An elegant studio apartment that boasts luxurious interiors and wildly romantic loch side views on the beautiful Isle of Skye.

The Boathouse at Knotts End

Penrith - Cumbria

Sleeps 2

Perched on the water, this lake district bolthole offers plenty of romantic charm and views that go on forever - perfect for just the two of you

Waternook

Ullswater - The Lake District

Sleeps 8 - 12 per property

Inspiring holiday homes for large groups with breathtaking views of Ullswater and decadent five star gold accommodation.

Brompton Lakes Lodges

Richmond - Yorkshire

Sleeps 6 per lodge

Luxury, lakeside lodges on a private country estate, just a few miles away from the idyllic Yorkshire Dales…

Riverside Lodge

Fordingbridge - Hants

Sleeps 6

Quaint lodge on the edge of the River Avon in Hampshire, with huge windows, comfy furnishings, and great access to the New Forest and Cranborne Chase.

Nagden House

Faversham - Kent

Sleeps 10

With stunning panoramic views across Graveney Marshes, Nagden House is a stylish and secluded rural retreat in Kent.

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