Rural Retreats

04/09/2026

A romantic escape in the East Sussex countryside… 🌿

Violet Cottage is new to our portfolio, tucked away among rolling fields and trees. A peaceful retreat for two, with panoramic countryside views and a wonderfully secluded feel.

Spend your days exploring the pretty towns and coastline of East Sussex, with the enchanting streets of Rye just a short drive away.

Or don’t go anywhere at all. Pour a glass of wine, take in the views and enjoy having nowhere else to be. ✨🤍

https://www.ruralretreats.co.uk/england/sussex-holiday-cottages/violet-cottage_sx051

03/09/2026

At we asked you to put a message in a bottle in association with ✨

Tonight, it’s been returned by the sea.

If you entered, keep your eye on your inbox and take your phone off silent - a lighthouse stay might be coming your way in the morning.

… and one last time, good luck ⛵️⚓️✨

If you missed this competition, make sure you follow us to stay up to date on where we are and what we’re planning next. 🩵

02/09/2026

A beautiful Welsh escape for four… 🌿🤍

Tucked away in a peaceful hamlet and originally a local sawmill, Bryndelyn is a beautifully restored 1800s stone cottage sleeping four, with everything you need for a slower kind of getaway.

Valley views, a private walled garden, cosy evenings by the wood burner and plenty of countryside to explore. And when you fancy heading to the coast, New Quay, Aberaeron and the Ceredigion coastline are all within easy reach. 🌊

For something extra special, you can even arrange a private chef for celebrations at the cottage! 👨‍🍳

2 bedroom Cottages & Homes available to rent in Ceredigion, UK. View property features, availability and book online today!

01/09/2026

A beautiful country escape for getting everyone together 🤎🌿

Broad Meadows is a beautifully restored 17th-century farmhouse, sitting high above the countryside with far-reaching views in every direction.

Spend your time enjoying the views, exploring the surrounding countryside or head into Ludlow for its historic castle, pretty streets and brilliant food scene! 🏰🍷

Sleeps 12 guests and 3 dogs 🐾

https://www.ruralretreats.co.uk/england/worcestershire-holiday-cottages/broad-meadows-farmhouse-12-guests_wr006

31/08/2026

✨ Hidden among the hills and woodland of the Conwy Valley in North Wales, Bodnant Estate is home to a beautiful collection of old stone cottages, restored farmhouses and converted barns, each tucked into its own wonderfully secluded corner of the landscape. 🌿🍂

Think misty mornings overlooking the Carneddau mountains, sheep-dotted fields, woodland turning shades of gold and miles of private estate paths to wander before heading home to light the wood burner.

Some cottages sit high above the valley with panoramic mountain views. Others are nestled deep among woodland and pasture.

There are romantic hideaways for two, larger houses for gathering everyone together and plenty of places where bringing the dog is very much encouraged.

And beyond the estate, you’ve got Bodnant Garden on the doorstep, with the mountains, coast and wider beauty of North Wales waiting to be explored.
Although, once the fire is lit and the evening draws in, we wouldn’t blame you for staying exactly where you are.

This is what the ’ber months were made for. 🍁

🗝️ Retreat here: https://www.ruralretreats.co.uk/grouped-holiday-cottages/bodnant-estate

28/08/2026

Two beautiful stays, one special way to bring everyone together. 🌿

Tucked away along a private track in Great Limber, in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds, The Vicarage and The Cottage are two Grade II listed properties sitting just a short distance from one another.

And the beauty of them? They can be booked separately, or together.

The Vicarage brings the grandeur, with six bedrooms, elegant reception rooms, wood-burning stoves, a magnificent dining room made for long celebratory dinners, sprawling gardens, private woodland and even a games room tucked inside the original prayer room.

Nearby, The Cottage offers something a little more intimate. Think exposed beams, cosy fireside evenings, two beautiful bedrooms and its own south-facing walled garden, complete with a Grade II listed open-sided barn.

Book one for a countryside escape, or bring the two together for those occasions when you want the whole family or group close by, with just enough space to retreat to at the end of the evening.

Some gatherings deserve somewhere rather special. 🤍

27/08/2026

Seven seaside towns that deserve a spot on your list… 🌊☀️

From the pure charm of Mousehole and the cobbled lanes of Staithes, to the harbour views of Lyme Regis and storybook feel of Clovelly.

Then there’s Wells-next-the-Sea, Southwold and Porthleven, each with their own little bit of coastal magic. 🌊 ⛵️

26/08/2026

Happy National Dog Day! 🐾

For those who never leave the dog behind... here are some of our favourite dog friendly retreats! 🐶 Because holidays are better with the whole gang. 🐾

From grand countryside retreats to quirky coastal escapes, our dog friendly stays mean your four-legged friends can come along for the adventure too.

Browse all our dog friendly stays across Scotland, England & Wales! 🤍
https://www.ruralretreats.co.uk/dog-friendly-holiday-cottages

24/08/2026

There are places you visit... and then there are places you'll never forget.

Perched on dramatic headlands and rugged coastlines, our collection of lighthouse cottages offers the chance to stay somewhere truly extraordinary. Wake to uninterrupted sea views, watch storms roll in from the comfort of your window, fall asleep to the sound of the waves, and experience some of Britain's most spectacular coastal landscapes from a front-row seat.

From the wild cliffs of Cornwall and Devon to the shores of Yorkshire, Norfolk, Kent, Wales and the Isle of Wight, every lighthouse has its own story to tell - but they all have one thing in common: a feeling of being wonderfully removed from the everyday.

In partnership with Trinity House, we're proud to help preserve these remarkable buildings by giving guests the opportunity to experience them in a truly unforgettable way.

Which one would you check into first? 🌊🤍

🗝️Find yours here: Book yours here: https://www.ruralretreats.co.uk/lighthouse-cottages