Dalhanna, East Tarbert, Isle of Harris, Western Isles

Dalhanna is a modern self-catering cottage offering families and couples a comfortable and peaceful stay in the tranquil surroundings of the Isle of Harris. Located just five minutes from the ferry terminal in Tarbert, it combines the warmth of home with breathtaking, unspoilt views over Loch Tarbert. From the cottage, guests can often spot seals and dolphins in the water, while seabirds glide overhead, and on clear days, views stretch across the Minch to the Isle of Skye.

The property itself is a spacious three-bedroom home, accommodating up to six guests. Inside, it features a cosy lounge with an open fire, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring, along with a smart TV and board games for quieter evenings. The fully equipped kitchen and dining area provide everything needed for a comfortable self-catering stay. The bedrooms include a king room, a double room and a twin room, offering flexible accommodation for families or groups. Outside, a large wraparound decking area provides the perfect spot for al fresco dining while enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Dalhanna is ideally positioned for exploring Harris and beyond. Tarbert, the island’s main hub, is just a short walk away, offering shops, restaurants and local amenities, as well as ferry links to North Uist and Skye. Within a 20-minute drive, visitors can reach some of the island’s stunning beaches, while a range of outdoor activities including walking, cycling, fishing and golf are all available nearby. The wider area also offers rich history and culture, including the famous St Clement’s Church in Rodel, making Dalhanna an excellent base for discovering the beauty and heritage of the Isle of Harris.

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Albany Apartments, St Peter Port, Guernsey

Albany Apartments are located in the charming town of St Peter Port, just a 10–15 minute walk from either end of the town centre. Offering high-quality 4-star self-catering accommodation at excellent prices, these apartments provide the perfect base for families and couples visiting Guernsey.

About the Apartments

Accommodation at Albany Apartments includes a selection of one- and two-bedroom apartments, available either on a single floor or split across two levels. Ground-floor apartments open directly onto the garden and pool area, while the split-level apartments feature private balconies.

Each two-bedroom apartment typically includes one double room and one twin room, while the one-bedroom apartments feature a comfortable double bedroom—ideal for couples. All kitchens are fully equipped for self-catering, and the spacious lounge areas provide plenty of room for families to relax and unwind together.

Set within private grounds, Albany Apartments offer a peaceful retreat away from the noise of nearby roads and the bustle of town life. The property features a beautiful garden and a heated outdoor swimming pool (open June to September), which is particularly popular with families. Additional facilities include ample parking, outdoor games for children, a climbing frame and a swing.

To make travelling easier, each apartment is stocked with full-size shampoo, conditioner, bath gel and hand wash, as well as pool and beach towels—helping guests save on luggage space. A complimentary welcome pack including tea, coffee, sugar, biscuits and milk is also provided, with additional items available on request.

Visiting St Peter Port & Exploring Guernsey

A bus stop located just around the corner provides easy access to the excellent island-wide bus network, allowing guests to explore every corner of Guernsey. For those travelling by car, or hiring one during their stay, a detailed map is supplied showing key attractions and points of interest across the island.

Bicycle hire is also a popular choice among visitors, particularly those wishing to enjoy Guernsey’s stunning coastal scenery at a relaxed pace. Whether exploring by bike, bus or car, Albany Apartments make an ideal base for discovering all that St Peter Port and the island of Guernsey have to offer.

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Abels Cottage, Crackington Haven, St Gennys, Cornwall (Sleeps 1-6)

Abel’s Cottage offers a secluded coastal Cornish escape in a unique ancient barn conversion, which oozes character and charm. Snuggled amongst woodland and fields in the tranquil Cornish landscape it sleeps six in two doubles and a twin. Slate floors, wooden beams, thick stone walls, cosy wood burner, well-equipped kitchen, comfy beds - all just a three minute walk to the spectacular coast path.

Crackington Haven, a fabulous beach, is a seven minute drive away or an hours glorious coastal walk. Well located to explore the many delights of Cornwall. Family run for over forty years, most of our visitors return again and again and again...

Accommodation

Our charming cottage is perfect for a magical getaway in a gorgeous location. Over 300 years old, the beautifully converted barn now offers modern accommodation. The barn sleeps up to 6 people in total.

The cottage is brimming with character, offering lots of original features, whilst providing cosy accommodation. Our open plan kitchen and living space will suit all your needs. Enjoy some home cooking in the fully equipped kitchen that comes with a dishwasher, microwave and spacious fridge-freezer. Unwind in the front of the large TV with Netflix after a day sightseeing. A DVD player and board games are also available. A wood burner is perfect for those chilly days.

On the mezzanine floor is a double bed, a double room with a king-size bed and a twin room. The rooms share a bathroom with a bath and shower.

Visiting Crackington Haven & Exploring Cornwall

Our 200 metres from us is the scenic coastal path. You can also visit stunning Crackington Haven Beach, just a 7-minute drive away. The popular surfing sandy beach of Widemouth is 6 miles to the North, whilst Bude with all amenities and two popular beaches is 10 miles North. Attractions to visit include:

SHORT BREAKS!

Short breaks available, plus reduced rates for couples off season. Please enquire.

Tintagel Castle.

Boscastle Harbour.

Port Isaac.

Padstow.

Eden Project and much more…

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www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/cornwall/5038

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Carsawsan Nr Mylor Bridge, Falmouth, Cornwall (Sleeps 1-4)

Carsawsan near Mylor Bridge in Cornwall offers wonderful self catering accommodation in a beautiful barn conversion. Situated in a rural location, we are the perfect place to escape to from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Accommodation

Our holiday home sleeps up to 4 people and is all on one level. There is a cosy living room with wood-burning stove, flat-screen TV, DVD player and CD player. The kitchen is fully equipped and comes with a range of excellent appliances: electric stove, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.

Both bedrooms are comfortably furnished: the double room comes with a king-size bed and has an en suite shower room, with wash hand basin and toilet. The twin bedroom has an en suite bathroom with bath, shower above, wash hand basin and toilet. All the rooms overlook the private enclosed garden.

Outside is a charming terrace with garden furniture and BBQ, the ideal place to relax and unwind after a busy day exploring the local area.

Visiting Mylor Bridge & Exploring Cornwall

Almost equidistant between Falmouth with its sandy beaches and the Cathedral City of Truro, the cottage is ideally located for touring the county. There are numerous National Trust properties and gardens to visit close by. Mylor village has a good selection of shops and a pub. Nearby at Mylor Harbour there is an excellent wine bar, two sailing schools along with boat, bike and canoe hire. Brilliant attractions to visit include:

Trelissick Garden.

Enys Gardens.

Restronguet Creek.

Falmouth Bay.

Pendennis Point.

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Le Faucon, Torteval, Guernsey (Sleeps 1-7)

Le Faucon offers superb self-catering accommodation in the beautiful parish of Torteval, nestled on the South West coast of Guernsey. We are only a 5-minute walk away from the scenic cliff paths and only minutes away by car or bus to the sandy beaches of Portelet and Rocquaine Bay.

Our fabulous cottage is tastefully furnished and sleeps up to 5 people or up to 7 people including the annexe room. The spacious cottage is brimming with light and decorated in gorgeous pastel colours and French oak flooring.

The closest supermarket is in the parish of St Peters which is 10 minutes by car. The bordering parish of Forest has the Mallard Cinema and a lovely restaurant next door. There is a range of activities in the area including cycling, diving, kayaking and surfing and bird watching. 

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https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Guernsey/8116

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Madeira In Fife, Pittenweem, Anstruther, Fife (Sleeps 2-9)

Madeira In Fife offers outstanding self-catering accommodation near the village of Pittenweem, ideal for large groups looking for somewhere special to stay. Our six cottages near Anstruther are in rolling countryside, ideal for a relaxing holiday away. The charming cottages sleep between 2 and 9 people.

Our six different cottages can be rented individually or you can rent a couple of them. The cottages are of a high-quality and come with bed linen and towels, super king-size beds, a flat-screen TV with Freeview and a DVD player, a library of books and films and a starter pack of essentials. 

All the cottages have a fully equipped kitchen and living area. The kitchen comes with a starter pack of washing liquid, hand soap, and toilet rolls/bin bags. All the cottages share a covered patio area and garden. This includes a table, chairs and BBQ. Near the side of the cottages, there is a washing machine, drying machine and plenty of space for drying wet clothes.

The village of Pittenweem is only a 10-minute walk away. The village has plenty of pubs, shops and art galleries. The harbour is worth a visit and one of the last working fishing harbours on the coast. It is also one of the villages that form a string along the coast called the East Neuk of Fife. The Fife Coastal path links the villages and is a very popular walk. Further afield a number of golf courses are perfect for playing a round. 

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https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Fife/16011

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The Lighthouse Keepers Cottage, Noss Head, Wick, Caithness (Sleeps 1-6)

The Lighthouse Keepers Cottage offers truly unique self-catering accommodation just outside of Wick. We rest on a magical cliff-top setting at Noss Head and boast spectacular sea views on both sides, perfect for the ultimate coastal getaway. 

Built over 60 years ago for the principal lightkeeper and his family, the cottage now offers high-quality accommodation for a special holiday on the grounds of a working lighthouse.

Three comfortable bedrooms are available, including a super-king which can be split into a twin, a twin and adult-sized bunk room.

The local area has so much natural beauty to enjoy and you can even borrow our binoculars to catch a glimpse of the local wildlife. Hikers are spoilt for choice, from trekking around the headland to venturing afield to see more majestic scenery. Caithness is also brimming with history, including ancient stones at the Hill o’ Many Stanes and Camster Cairns, the ruins at Castle Sinclair Girnigo or the stately home at Dunrobin Castle. 

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https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Caithness/16944

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Parc yr Hebog Cottages, Dihewyd, Lampeter, Ceredigion (Sleeps 1-4)

Parc yr Hebog Cottages provide boutique accommodation on the outskirts of Dihewyd, Ceredigion. It has been listed by The Sunday Times as one of the UK's coolest holiday cottages. The dramatic coastline at Cardigan Bay is close by. Lampeter can be visited in a short time. West Wales is the perfect location for a relaxing break or an outdoor activity adventure.

Dihewyd is a rural village close to the Vale of Aëron. Nearby Lampeter has independent shops and places to eat. It is the centre for a number of country walks. Plenty of other outdoor activities can be explored from here. This is a great base from which to visit Snowdonia, Pembrokeshire and the Brecon Beacons.

The local Cardigan Bay offers some of the most beautiful and unspoilt beaches in Europe. There are numerous coastal villages that are well worth visiting including Tresaith and Llangrannog. You could take a boat trip from the pier and see the beautiful seals and dolphins.

Ceredigion county can be enjoyed for a weekend break or a longer stay. It has award-winning beaches, Cambrian Mountains, stunning scenery and a wealth of attractions.

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https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Ceredigion/14112

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