Handpicked Cottages

17/06/2024

If you’re looking for a city-based holiday packed with things to do, Edinburgh is an excellent choice. Scotland’s capital city is home to a fantastic range of visitor attractions, historic architecture and beautiful green spaces, as well as vibrant eateries and shops to suit everyone’s tastes🌆

Take a read of the Handpicked Cottages guide to things to do in Edinburgh - https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/inspiration/where-to-go-in-edinburgh/

17/06/2024

14/06/2024

For many of us, it wouldn’t be a holiday without our dogs, which is why at Handpicked Cottages, we have a selection of luxury holiday cottages that welcome four-pawed guests 🐶!

Take a look - https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/collection/dog-friendly/

12/06/2024

⭐ Property of the Week - Maranatha ⭐

Located just minutes from St Ives’ beaches, restaurants, shops and art galleries, Maranatha is the perfect choice for you family holiday to Cornwall. Situated over three floors and retaining its cosy character of a Cornish cottage, Maranatha is a modern holiday home which accepts dogs!

Book now - https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/properties/maranatha/

11/06/2024

10/06/2024

When you’re choosing a holiday cottage for your dog, what do you need to look out for? Take a read of our few features that will help your pooch have the best holiday in our blog🐶!

https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/inspiration/choosing-your-dog-friendly-holiday-cottage/

09/06/2024

What are your plans this summer?☀️🌊

07/06/2024

Wherever you stay in the UK, you’re never far from at least one of our exceptional visitor attractions. Take a look at our collection of luxury holiday cottages and start planning your summer holiday today! ☀️

https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/

05/06/2024

⭐ Property of the Week - Penhaven ⭐

Penhaven is a charming four-bedroom holiday home, meticulously renovated to a high standard. It enjoys a prime location just steps away from the Harbour, offering breathtaking sea and harbour vistas from the top-floor living room balcony. With the golden sandy beaches, St Ives art scene, restaurants, and boutiques a short walk away, Penhaven provides the perfect base for a memorable Cornish getaway, complete with convenient parking. Enjoy the best of Cornwall year-round in this exquisite holiday home.

Take a look - https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/properties/penhaven/

05/06/2024

One of our favourite walks ever…straight from the doorstep 🤣🥾🐶

03/06/2024

Are you planning your summer holidays in the UK? There are simply so many brilliant places to visit in Britain that it can be hard to know where to start! ☀️

Take a read of our whistlestop guide to the landscapes, visitor attractions and historic sites that you and your family can enjoy this summer - https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/inspiration/places-to-visit-in-the-summer-holidays/

02/06/2024

If you love nothing better than spending a day exploring a castle or stately home, you’d better book a longer stay in Kent…

Many visitors make for Chartwell (near Westerham), the family home of Sir Winston Churchill, which is now managed by the National Trust. Explore the house, gardens and Churchill’s own art studio and look out for the fascinating tours and talks!

01/06/2024

Make time during your Kent holiday to visit Canterbury Cathedral. Walk through the cool cloisters then admire the stained glass in the Nave and St Thomas’ Shrine. If you can, try to attend an Evensong service at the Cathedral!

31/05/2024

Does a holiday in Kent sound good to you? Here at Handpicked Cottages, we have a selection of luxurious accommodation across the county, from Canterbury to Thanet’s coastal resorts. Take a look at our holiday cottages in Kent and find your perfect place!

https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/area/kent/

29/05/2024

⭐ Property of the week - Hydrangea House ⭐

If you are looking to escape to the coast with family or friends then Hydrangea House in Hythe may well be the perfect choice. Renovated to a very high standard the accommodation is both comfortable and luxurious.

Take a look - https://handpickedcottages.co.uk/properties/hydrangea-house/

28/05/2024

27/05/2024

Just an hour away from London, Kent is the perfect place for a short break or sneaky weekend away. However, there’s so much to do in the “Garden of England” that we think you’ll want a longer stay…

Take a read of the Handpicked Cottages guide to a holiday in Kent!

https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/inspiration/our-favourite-places-to-visit-in-kent/

26/05/2024

We have been inspired by the RHS Chelsea Flower Show which draws to a close this weekend🌻 Our teams favourite sculpture gardens include Barabra Hepworth Museum & Sculpture Garden (St Ives), Yorkshire Sculpture Park (Wakefield) and Sculpture by the Lakes (Dorset).

Where is your favourite Sculpture Garden?

24/05/2024

It's May Bank Holiday 😍 What are your plans for this weekend? ☀️

22/05/2024

⭐ Property of the Week - Dowran ⭐

For a holiday on the West Coast, Dowran is the ideal hideaway. This two-bedroom dog-friendly home has been tastefully and immaculately restored throughout. It is conveniently located in the centre of Canonstown, close to the quaint port town of Hayle and only a short drive from the bustling towns of St Ives and Mounts Bay.

The interior design pays homage to the original Cornish elements while maintaining a refined and fashionable aesthetic. Dowran has a private garden and on-site parking, making it the ideal place to enjoy the Cornish sunlight.

Take a look - https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/properties/dowran/

21/05/2024

Browse through our selection of special offers and last minute deals on our website - https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/offers/

17/05/2024

From the cool to the quirky, from historic homes to hobbit-like hideaways, we have a wonderful selection of unique retreats at Handpicked Cottages. Enjoy looking through our Unique Retreats collection – we’re sure you’ll find your perfect place! 🏡

https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/collection/unique-retreats/

15/05/2024

⭐Property of the Week - The Treehouse at Lavender Hill Holidays ⭐

The Treehouse offers you the chance to stay in this totally unique holiday destination close to Exmoor in a delightful part of Somerset. Ideal for a family of five or a couple who require more space this is a stunning treetop location, idyllic outlook and fantastic gardens, the Treehouse is a luxurious five-star holiday Treehouse. As well as the private hot tub, guests staying at the Treehouse have two daily private use slots of an indoor swimming pool on the farm, heated to 30′.

Take a look - https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/properties/the-treehouse-at-lavender-hill-holidays/

13/05/2024

Do you like the idea of a unique or even quirky place to stay? Here at Handpicked Cottages, we’ve curated a collection of characterful holiday properties and these original and beautiful places will certainly make memories (and talking points).

Before you browse our collection of Unique Retreats, we’ve compiled a few pointers to help you choose your holiday-with-a-difference.

Here’s a taste of the often distinctive - and always luxurious - accommodation on offer - https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/inspiration/unique-retreats-from-handpicked-cottages/

12/05/2024

Looking for a UK staycation this year? Why not browse through our selection of our featured luxury cottages and holiday homes from across the United Kingdom ⭐

Featured Cottages - https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/featured/

10/05/2024

At Handpicked Cottages, we have a collection of luxury holiday cottages in North Wales, many with beautiful views. Choose from cosy cabins and stone cottages, from traditional farms and townhouses. With features such as wood burners, hot tubs and lovely outdoor spaces, our Welsh holiday cottages have everything you need for the perfect UK break!

Take a look - https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/area/anglesey-and-north-wales/

08/05/2024

⭐ Property of the Week - Chimney Corner ⭐

If you are looking for a truly stunning coastal holiday property then Chimney Corner on the scenic Isle of Anglesey is a superb choice. Perfect for for large gatherings of extended family or friends this water’s edge house can accommodate up to sixteen people in eight sumptuous bedrooms, four bathrooms and Dining for sixteen.

Take a look - https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/properties/chimney-corner/

07/05/2024

Croeso i Gogledd Cymru, welcome to North Wales, a simply beautiful part of the British Isles. With its mountain ranges and varied coastline, dramatic castles and pretty little harbours, North Wales has everything 🌊🏰

Whether you’re looking for a walking holiday or a family seaside getaway, you’ll find the perfect place in this ancient land. Throw in a growing foodie scene, a wide choice of visitor attractions and an always-busy calendar of festivals and fairs and you’re all set for a fabulous holiday in North Wales😋

Read our guide - https://www.handpickedcottages.co.uk/inspiration/the-best-days-out-in-north-wales-and-anglesey/