Find self catering and cottages with a garden in Central England

Grooms Cottage, Ashford-in-the-Water, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from: £300 to £599

Self catering accommodation in Ashford-in-the-Water sleeps 2.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Garden • Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: Situated in a particularly beautiful part of the Peak District between the pretty village of Ashford-in-the-Water and Monsal Dale, one of the most picturesque dales in the country, with Bakewell 2 miles and Buxton and Matlock 8 miles. This cosy, charming, holiday cottage is the converted groom’s quarters of the old stable block behind the owner’s own home. It is quite secluded facing away from the house onto its own enclosed garden and open fields. Superb walking, climbing, rambling country. Stately homes, Chatsworth, Hardwick Hall, Haddon Hall, well-dressing ceremonies, riding and good golf courses in the area. Shop ½ mile.

Fitted kitchen/dining room. Snug sitting-room with original old range fireplace. First floor: Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet. Velux windows. Small double bedroom. Separate dressing room.

The House on the Green, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Chipping Norton sleeps 6.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Set in the Cotswolds AONB, on the edge of the historic market town of Chipping Norton (‘Gateway to the Cotswolds’), this three-storey, end of row holiday property lies on an extensive private green bordered by century-old chestnut trees which line all main routes into this beautiful little town. In a quiet leafy location, yet only a couple of hundred yards from the bars, restaurants and boutique shops, the house is built in traditional style, with every modern convenience. Many rooms have distant views over the Cotswolds Hills. Refurbished and decorated in a stylish, contemporary manner with Conran bed linen and fabrics by Designers Guild and Liberty. Shops 200 yards, pub 250 yards.

Spacious living/dining room. Well-equipped kitchen with breakfast area and patio doors to terrace. Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom. Second floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite shower room. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.

The Fourth Square, Clanfield, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Clanfield sleeps 8.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Peacefully set, this lovely family home has a charming, enclosed garden with a large lawn and pretty patio area. It is ideal for children to play in. The property lies in the picturesque village of Clanfield which has an excellent restaurant/hotel, a homely pub and post office/shop. There are many walks to explore around the village, as well as quiet lanes, suitable for cycling with children.
Nearby Bampton offers larger shops including an excellent butchers, Faringdon holds regular farmers markets and there is a local vineyard in Black Bourton. Within a couple of miles radius there are many local attractions to enjoy. These include the beautiful town of Burford - not forgetting the much loved Burford Garden centre, National Trust properties (Buscott Park, Great Coxwell Barn), Faringdon Folley and Kelmscott Manor (the country home of William Morris, the founder of the Arts and Crafts movement). The village is only a couple of miles from the Thames at Radcott, where you can walk for miles up or down the stream, or enjoy the riverside pubs. Looking a little further afield, Clanfield is on the edge of the beautiful Cotswolds and only a short drive from White Horse Hill and the Ridgeway - a hilly contrast to the flat walks around Clanfield. This property is an excellent location for exploring Oxford, with its University colleges, the Ashmolean museum, Natural History, Museum of Modern Art, Botanic Gardens and punting. The village is located within easy access of Swindon and the M4, as well as the A40, making day trips to Bath, Cheltenham and the West Country a possibility. Shop/PO 100 yards.

Large living room with French doors to garden. Dining room with opium couch and piano. Large, well-equipped farmhouse-style kitchen with dining area. Utility. Sitting room with TV. Twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom with over bath shower, bidet and toilet. Separate toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms, one with 5ft four-poster bed, and en-suite shower room with toilet. Two single bedrooms. Family bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. All first floor rooms with Velux windows.

Tiddington House, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, Central England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Stratford-upon-Avon sleeps 8.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Located in the popular village of Tiddington, this is a Grade II listed, Georgian, detached period property, built around 1820. Fully restored, it retains original features such as sash windows and some original doors which are complemented by the contemporary finish and facilities. The property has two reception rooms, a dining-room, four bedrooms, the master having en-suite facilities, and a family bathroom. The south-facing, enclosed walled garden has been landscaped to create a three tiered, decked terrace to enjoy the sun throughout the day; the remaining garden is mainly laid to lawn with herbaceous borders to the perimeter, and a paved pathway leading from the house to the rear terrace where there is a summer house. Tiddington is just a mile and a half from the thriving market town of Stratford-Upon-Avon. In the village there are a number of shops for everyday requirements as well as two restaurants, a public house and delicatessen. Local attractions (apart from Stratford) include nearby National Trust properties Charlecote House, Coughton and Packwood House. Warwick Castle and Kenilworth Castle are only a 20-minute drive. Stratford-Upon-Avon is a mere 1.5 miles, Leamington Spa 9 miles, Birmingham 25 miles and Warwick Parkway train station 8 miles making London Marylebone only a 85-minute journey. Shop and pub 50 yards.

Living room with gas ‘coal-effect’ fire in feature fireplace and sash window. Sitting room/study with fireplace, oak wooden floor and sash window. Dining room with oak wooden floor and French window leading to garden. Well-equipped kitchen/breakfast room with slate floor, wooden worktops, double Belfast sink, gas/electric Range (for cooking) and exposed beams. Utility. Cloakroom with toilet. First floor: Galleried landing. Double bedroom. ½ step down to twin bedroom. Two steps up to two bedrooms; one twin, one double with high ceiling, sash window and en-suite shower room with toilet. ½ step down to bathroom with freestanding bath, shower cubicle, toilet and Travertine marble floor.

Dovedale, Bakewell, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £250

Self catering accommodation in Bakewell sleeps 6.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Garden • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Quietly situated in a rural position within the grounds of the owners property, this delightful holiday home is a recent barn conversion which overlooks some outstanding scenery.  The accommodation is accessed along a private track which takes you across the River Dove and up to a cobbled courtyard.  The lounge and kitchen/diner have beamed ceilings and exposed walls, making this a stunning property and a fabulous tranquil location.  The views from the lounge are across to the surrounding fields and the small village of Hartington, famous for its Stilton cheese, is only a 2 minute drive away. 

Woodgate House, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 9
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Uttoxeter sleeps 9.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 9

Accommodation overview: This substantial adjoining Georgian family house occupies a delightful setting just one mile from the heart of Uttoxeter, yet is located in a quiet country lane adjacent to the golf course. Uttoxeter is a friendly market town with colourful markets held each Wednesday and Saturday, it is also home to Uttoxeter Racecourse, which offers horse racing, family fun days, antique fairs and much more. Furnished in traditional style and offering spacious accommodation, this property provides an excellent holiday base from which to explore the many attractions in the surrounding area. For a family day out try visiting nearby Alton Towers Theme Park, Blackbrook Zoological Park, Trentham Gardens and Monkey Forest and Twycross Zoo. Sudbury Hall is well worth a visit, built in the second half of the 17th century by George Vernon, it boasts many fine rooms for visitors to explore and the Long Gallery and Main Hall which was featured in the BBC’s Pride and Predudice. Located next to Sudury Hall is the Museum of Childhood which makes a great day out for all the family with many activities for children. Further northwest is Kedleston Hall, with its beautiful restored gardens and surrounding park which includes a fishing pavilion and a series of lakes and cascades. It also offers a restaurant and National Trust shop. Alternatively try shooting at Doveridge Clay Sports, have a day at the renowned Uttoxeter Racecourse, which is on the doorstep, or experience the stunning landscape of the Peak District National Park. For walkers and cyclists the area boasts beautiful countryside with lush fields, pretty villages and some award-winning restaurants and quaint pubs. Shop 1 mile, restaurant 400 yards.

Large living room with open fire and French doors. Large dining room. Large, well-equipped farmhouse-style kitchen with tiled floor. Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms, each with 5ft bed; one with en-suite shower room and toilet. Bathroom with toilet. Second floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and sloping ceiling. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet.

Woodland Cottage, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £300 to £599

Self catering accommodation in Stoke-on-Trent sleeps 4.

Features include: Hot Tub • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Games Room • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: In the heart of the Staffordshire Moorlands, this delightful cottage sits in its own pretty garden amidst extremely peaceful conservation woodlands. Accessed by a track and adjoining the owner’s home, it makes a wonderful holiday base - with excellent walks from the door and the beautiful scenery of the Cheshire Plain and the Peak District. Biddulph Grange Gardens and Stapley Water Park are nearby. Little Moreton Hall (NT), Rudyard Lake and the Potteries are all within easy reach. Alton Towers a 45-minute drive. Shop 11/2 miles.

Small porch. Living room with wood-burning stove. Well-equipped farmhouse style kitchen/dining room with Stanley range, electric cooker and Belfast sink. Step down to conservatory with door to terrace. Step down to utility, and single bedroom with pull-out bed (for +1 child). Shower room with toilet. Tiled floor throughout. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and partitioned bathroom with roll-top slipper bath and toilet. All rooms beamed.

The Barn, Riber, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 20
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Riber sleeps 20.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 20

Accommodation overview: High in the hamlet of Riber in the shadow of the castle just outside Matlock and surrounded by tranquil rolling countryside, The Barn is situated in the grounds of the privately-owned Riber Hall. This destination is offered for adults and children over twelve years old, from a 2-night stay, inclusive of a tennis court and beautiful garden with heated furnished terrace. There are ten en-suite bedrooms of 17 to 40 square metres, equipped with Sony LCD TVs, dining areas and micro kitchens with combination microwave oven, fridge, kettle/toaster and Wedgwood china. For days out there is plenty to do and see. In the neighbouring village of Holloway is the former home of Florence Nightingale whilst down in the Derwent Valley at Cromford, the World Heritage Site boasts the world’s first water-powered cotton-spinning factories, built by Sir Richard Arkwright and Jedediah Strutt. Just under four miles is the delightful town of Matlock Bath boasting smart riverside cafés and bars slotted in between more traditional pubs, restaurants, tea shops, ice-cream parlours and plenty of restaurants. Here visitors can also sample a ride to The Heights of Abraham by cable car and admire the views of ‘Little Switzerland’ as Byron once described this area. For the more inquisitive visit the Mining Museum for a fascinating look into the area’s past. Shop 2 miles, pub 11/2 miles.

Steep stone staircase (alternative access via sloping lawn) to communal area: Spacious conservatory/
living area with wood-burning stove and flagstone floor. Kitchen/dining room with Brazilian granite tables and flagstone floors. Main accommodation: Three double bedrooms, each with four poster bed and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Two double bedrooms, each with four poster bed and en-suite bathroom with shower over Jacuzzi bath and toilet. Double bedroom with four poster bed and en-suite shower room (monsoon shower) with toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms, each with four poster bed and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Double bedroom with 6ft bed and en-suite bathroom with shower over Jacuzzi bath and toilet. Twin bedroom with zip and link beds and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. All bedrooms with TV, combi m/wave, small f/freezer and dining area.