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Real Visitors recommending
great British places to stay
for a bit of peace and quiet

  

on 08 September 2010

 
       
'40' Properties Available   (last updated: 19 May 2010)
WALES Self Catering Sleeps 6
 The Lodge Cottage, Bleddfa, Radnorshire  
ok tick Children and 2 dogs welcome cross Non-smoking property
 

“we wanted an isolated cottage - it was in the middle of nowhere!
Perfect getaway for peace & quiet”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of The Lodge Cottage Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Radnor Forest location
  • Secluded valley
  • Footpaths from door

WALES Self Catering Sleeps 4
 Ty Cerbyd, Plas Farm, Cilbebyll, Pontardawe SA8 3JQ 
ok tick Children and dogs welcome cross Non-smoking property
 

“the cottage is a real gem and it is very difficult to get an idea of how
wonderfully peaceful the surrounds are from the internet”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Ty Cerbyd Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Roam 120 acres
  • Private riverside patio
  • Woodland & mountain streams

WALES Self Catering Sleeps 4
 Trehilyn Isaf, Strumble Head, Pembrokeshire  
ok tick Children and dogs welcome cross Non-smoking property
 

Specifically recommended for
“Peace and quiet. Excellent walking.
A warm, comfortable and very beautiful home”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Trehilyn Isaf Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Set in 70 acres
  • Coastal footpath nearby
  • 1 mile inland from coast

WALES Self Catering Sleeps 5
 Gwalia Cottage, Gwalia, Llangynhafal, Denbigh, Wales LL16 4LN 
ok tick Children are welcome cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“The wonderful location is so peaceful, ideal for re-charging the batteries,
whether just by relaxing at the cottage or enjoying long walks over the hills.”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Gwalia Cottage Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Set in AONB
  • 5 star graded
  • Panoramic views

DEVON Self Catering Sleeps 2
 Kingfisher Apartment, Lea Hill, Membury, Axminster EX13 7AQ 
ok tick Child and dogs welcome cross Non-smoking property
 


“a beautiful location in the peace & quiet of rural Devon”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Kingfisher Apartment Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Ancient thatched barn
  • Footpath network
  • 8 acre setting

WALES Self Catering Sleeps 5
 Dolau-Maen Isaf, Preseli Hills, Pembrokeshire, Wales 
ok tick Children and dogs welcome cross Non-smoking property
 

“The property is remote (which gives it, its beauty)”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Dolau-Maen Isaf Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Wild hills of the Preselis
  • Heart of National Park
  • 10 acres private land

DERBYSHIRE Self Catering Sleeps 4
 Candlelight Cottage, Litton, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 8QP  
ok tick Children 8yrs & over welcome cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“If you want a quiet get-away in the Peak District
this cottage is our best ever find”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Candlelight Cottage Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Village location
  • Walks from doorstep
  • Enjoy England 5 star

DEVON Self Catering Sleeps 5
 The Dairy, Middle Lee Farm, Berrynarbour, Ilfracombe EX34 9SD 
ok tick Children and dogs welcome
(single storey - may suit less mobile guests)
cross Non-smoking property
 

“The peace, quiet and serenity of the farm could not be felt reading the advert,
it had to be experienced to be believed”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of The Dairy Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Edge of Exmoor
  • 3 acres of gardens
  • Patio area

WALES Self Catering Sleeps 3
 Y Llaethdy, Pen Cefn, Sarnau, Bala, Gwynedd LL23 7LG 
ok tick Adults and child and dogs welcome cross Non-smoking property
 

“peaceful, relaxation in own garden.
Quiet location yet easy access to amenities”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Y Llaethdy Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Panoramic views
  • Sun trap garden
  • Private patio

WALES Self Catering Sleeps 5
 Tudur Cottage, Hafod Tudur, Glan yr Afon, Gwynedd LL21 0HE 
ok tick Children welcome
(sleeps plus 1 and cot)
cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“very rural location -
you really are in the heart of the Welsh hills”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Tudur Cottage Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Walks from property
  • Quiet & secluded
  • Snowdonia Nat Park

WALES Self Catering Sleeps 2
 Camellia Cottage, Wern Fawr Manor, Llanbedrog, Pwllheli  
ok tick Children and dogs welcome
(Sleeps plus 2 on Futons)
cross Non-smoking property
 

“the location is peaceful and rural”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Camellia Cottage Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Overlooks fields & mountains
  • Private patio
  • 60 acre grounds

DEVON Self Catering Sleeps 2
 Woodpecker Cottage, Lea Hill, Membury, Axminster EX13 7AQ 
ok tick Adults and dogs welcome cross Non-smoking property
 


“It is situated in a very peaceful area,
which makes you feel relaxed”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Woodpecker Cottage Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Secluded location
  • Beamed bedroom
  • Sheltered garden

ISLE OF MULL Bed & Breakfast Sleeps 4
 Wild Cottage , Lochdon, Isle of Mull  
ok tick Children (by arrangement) cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“Quiet and peaceful in spite of being a busy period for visitors”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Wild Cottage Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Mulls bird watching capital
  • Moorland & lochs
  • Wildlife watching

WALES Self Catering Sleeps 2
 The Old Pottery, Geulan Goch, Eglwyswrw, Newport SA41 3SE 
ok tick Adults, baby and dog welcome
(cot & highchair available)
cross Non-smoking property
 

“an excellent place to visit if you’re looking for
relaxation and peace”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of The Old Pottery Visit Website
At a glance...
  • On Preseli Moor
  • 400m down lane
  • Smallholding

CHESHIRE Self Catering Sleeps 2
 Cosy Nook, Ivydene, Rushton Spencer, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 0QU 
ok tick Adults, dogs & smokers welcome
(plus travel cot for baby)
 
 

“very peaceful”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Cosy Nook Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Idyllic rural location
  • Private enclosed gardens
  • Detached property

YORKSHIRE Holiday Home or Lodge Sleeps 6
 No. 6 Filey, 6 Grange Avenue, Filey, North Yorkshire YO14 0AR 
ok tick Children are welcome cross No dogs, smoking outside only
 

“Very quiet....in the right spot - away from the hustle & bustle
of the city centre...just 5 minutes by car to the beach”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of No. 6 Filey Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Luxury holiday home
  • Updated 2010
  • Quiet residential area

DORSET Self Catering Sleeps 4
 Kingfisher at Holcombe Valley Cottages, Chalky Road, Broadmayne, Dorset DT2 8PW 
ok tick Children welcome cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“This is a place to come for peace and quiet.
Those who want lots of nightlife on the doorstep should go elsewhere!”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Kingfisher at Holcombe Valley Cottages Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Holcombe Valley AONB
  • Surrounded by fields
  • Abundant wildlife

DEVON Self Catering Sleeps 6
 Rose Retreat, Langford, Cullompton EX15 1RF 
ok tick Adults welcome cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“in the middle of farm land & very peaceful...
where you can take life at your own pace”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Rose Retreat Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Surrounded by fields
  • No neighbours
  • No passing traffic

DEVON Self Catering Sleeps 3
 The Mews, Carswell Farm, Holbeton, Plymouth PL8 1HH 
ok tick Adults welcome cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“gives you a real away from it all feel....
and the property owners have their own private beach”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of The Mews Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Detached stone barn
  • Complete seclusion
  • Coastal path on doorstep

WALES Self Catering Sleeps 4
 Tremafon, Barmouth, Gwynedd, Wales 
ok tick Children and dogs welcome cross Smokers - pls check with letting agents
 

“nice peaceful gardens by a stony river...
take a book and chill out”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Tremafon Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Snowdonia National Park
  • Secluded barn conversion
  • 1 acre enclosed garden

WALES Self Catering Sleeps 2
 King Gaddle Cottage, Broadway, Laugharne, Carmarthenshire, Wales SA33 4RP  
ok tick Adults & baby under 1 yr welcome cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“King Gaddle provides a wonderful base for
a quiet, get-away-from-it-all holiday.”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of King Gaddle Cottage Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Historic location
  • Large private garden
  • Galleried bedroom

WALES Self Catering Sleeps 2
 The Granary, Hafod Tudur, Glan yr Afon, Gwynedd LL21 0HE 
ok tick Adults and baby welcome
(Cot available)
cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“Beautifully remote hideaway...
Away from the hustle and bustle of life”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of The Granary Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Situated at 1066 feet
  • 30 miles of view
  • No road noise

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE Self Catering Sleeps 4
 Inglenook Cottage, Oxford Street, Lee Common, Great Missenden, Bucks HP16 9JY 
ok tick Children (8 yrs and over) welcome cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“lovely cottage garden and large shed, especially suitable for bikes to cycle round the tranquil and peaceful village where the neighbours were very welcoming and friendly”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Inglenook Cottage Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Chiltern Hills AONB
  • Footpaths & cycleways
  • Close to The Ridgeway

DEVON Self Catering Sleeps 4
 Langford Court South, Langford Court, Cullompton EX15 1SQ 
ok tick Adults and children welcome cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“our sense of privacy and solitude was complete”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Langford Court South Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Overlooks garden & lake
  • Fishing available
  • Quiet & peaceful

GLOUCESTERSHIRE Self Catering Sleeps 2
 The Poppies, Middletown Farm, Upleadon GL18 1EQ 
ok tick Adults welcome cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

Specifically recommend “The relaxing and quiet atmosphere”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of The Poppies Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Set in 5 acres
  • Garden overlooking orchard
  • Surrounded by countryside

DEVON Self Catering Sleeps 2
 Monkstone Cottage, Brentor, Tavistock PL19 0NP 
ok tick Adults and dogs welcome cross Non-smoking property
 

Specifically recommend
“the peace and quiet and the superb views”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Monkstone Cottage Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Edge of Dartmoor
  • Private garden & terrace
  • Unclassified road

CORNWALL Self Catering Sleeps 6
 Cider Press, Todsworthy Farm, Gunnislake PL18 9AW 
ok tick Wheelchairs, children and dogs welcome cross Non-smoking property
 

“It’s so peaceful here, it’s
like a different world to what we are used to”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Cider Press Visit Website
At a glance...
  • 70 acres in Tamar Valley
  • Near Bodmin & Dartmoor
  • Outstanding Natural Beauty

WALES Self Catering Sleeps 2
 Hafod Las, Pen Cefn, Sarnau, Bala, Gwynedd LL23 7LG 
ok tick Adults with baby, wheelchairs and
(one small) dog welcome
cross Non-smoking property
 

“The area was fantastic - peace and quiet and beautiful views”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Hafod Las Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Panoramic mountain views
  • Private garden & patio
  • Birds & wildlife

NORFOLK Self Catering Sleeps 4
 Stable Cottage, Lower Farm, Harpley, Kings Lynn PE31 6TU 
ok tick Wheelchairs, children and dogs cross Non-smoking property
 

Specially recommend
“the quietness and rural situation”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Stable Cottage Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Quiet country lane
  • Open countryside
  • Enclosed private garden

GLOUCESTERSHIRE Self Catering Sleeps 2
 Orchard Barn, Middletown Farm, Upleadon GL18 1EQ 
ok tick Adults welcome cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“perfect peace and quiet”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Orchard Barn Visit Website
At a glance...
  • South facing garden
  • Set in 5 acres
  • Tranquil surroundings

CORNWALL Self Catering Sleeps 2
 Ring & Thimble, Boscrowan Farm, Heamoor, Penzance TR20 8UJ 
ok tick Adults welcome cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“The environment and cottage is totally relaxing....
total bliss”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Ring & Thimble Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Roam our 25 acres
  • Sit by the river
  • Picnic in the orchard

DEVON Self Catering Sleeps 6
 The Farmhouse, Town Tenement Farm, Challacombe, Devon EX31 4TS 
ok tick Children, smokers and dogs welcome  
 

“a truly magical place to stay
with the most beautiful peaceful surroundings”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of The Farmhouse Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Exmoor National Park
  • Rural village setting
  • 3 acres of grounds

ISLE OF SKYE Self Catering Sleeps 4
 Tigh Mairi, Marys Cottages, Elgol IV49 9BL 
ok tick Children and dogs welcome cross Non-smoking property
 

“no traffic noises by day no light pollution by night
means stargazing is awesome”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Tigh Mairi Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Secluded village location
  • Stunning views
  • Abundant wildlife

CUMBRIA (The Lake District) Self Catering Sleeps 4
 The Lodge, Simonscales Mill, Simonscales Lane, Cockermouth 
ok tick Wheelchairs, children and dogs welcome cross Non-smoking property
 

“idyllic surroundings, very peaceful and picturesque”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of The Lodge Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Five acre smallholding
  • Patio over-looking river
  • Wildlife and bird watching

DEVON Self Catering Sleeps 4
 Colhayne Cottage, Shute, Axminster EX13 7QQ 
ok tick Children and dogs welcome cross Non-smoking property
 

“No traffic noise at all.
Fantastic views across the valley ”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Colhayne Cottage Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Quiet no-through road
  • Nestled in Axe Valley
  • Valley down to river

CORNWALL Self Catering Sleeps 6
 The Valley, Bissoe Road, Carnon Downs, Truro, Cornwall TR3 6LQ 
ok tick Children and dogs welcome
(depending on cottage)
cross Non-smoking properties
 

“The Valley is in a wonderfully quiet and hidden setting with a
safe (fenced) stream running through, surrounded by farmland and woods”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of The Valley Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Set in 13 acres
  • Wildlife abounds
  • Footpaths from doorstep

WALES Self Catering Sleeps 10
 Maes y Wennol, Llanfihangel y Pennant, Tywyn, Gwynedd, Wales LL36 9TR 
ok tick Children are welcome cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“This is a delightfully quiet area...
very much a place to recharge the batteries, and enjoy nature”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Maes y Wennol Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Snowdonia National Park
  • At the foot of Cader Idris
  • Spectacular views

YORKSHIRE Self Catering Sleeps 4
 Janes Cottage, 3 Church View, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 3JW  
ok tick Children and one small dog welcome cross Non-smoking property
 

“beautiful peace and quiet with no cars near the cottage
and great walks all around the local area”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Janes Cottage Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Tucked-away location
  • Alpine garden & arbour
  • Away from passing traffic

NORFOLK Self Catering Sleeps 4
 Kestrel Holiday Bungalow, 5 Horizon Views, Walcott, Norfolk NR12 0NY 
ok tick Children and dogs welcome cross Non-smoking property
 

“Very quiet and relaxing place to stay. Especially sitting in the conservatory
with a glass of wine watching the sun go down over lonely Norfolk churches”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Kestrel Holiday Bungalow Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Panoramic views
  • Stroll to beach
  • Enclosed garden

DEVON Self Catering Sleeps 11
 Lambside House, Carswell Farm, Holbeton, PL8 1HH 
ok tick Children welcome
(sleeps additional 3 if nec)
cross No dogs, non-smoking property
 

“the location of the property is spectacular,
very peaceful, tranquil and extremely relaxing”

 
Read Real Visitor's Review of Lambside House Visit Website
At a glance...
  • Organic dairy farm
  • Own private cove
  • Coastal path