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20 Waterside Coolstays
Published 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.
The Lighthouse, Gairloch
Gairloch - Wester Ross
Sleeps 7
Enjoy having your own private haven in the spectacular Scottish Highlands at The Lighthouse in Gairloch.
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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.