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WhichCottage lists 626 cottages with a wood burner or open fire in the Heart of England. Of these, 422 take dogs and 111 have a hot tub. They sleep from 2 to 32 guests. Most are in or near Skegness (29), Matlock (28) and Shrewsbury (26).
| Cottage | Sleeps | Bedrooms | Pets | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cow Shed, Little Alne | 4 | 2 | No | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Home Farm House, Dorrington | 13 | 6 | Yes (up to 4) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Bee Keepers Cottage, Shirland | 5 | 3 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Rivendell, Blakeney Hill | 5 | 3 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Linnet Cottage, South Cerney | 7 | 4 | No | wood burner / open fire |
| Mill Lea Cottage, Leek | 6 | 3 | No | wood burner / open fire |
| Low View, Buxton | 6 | 3 | No | wood burner / open fire |
| The Milling Shed, Newark | 6 | 3 | No | wood burner / open fire |
| The Cowshed, Newark | 4 | 2 | No | wood burner / open fire |
| The Piggery, Newark | 4 | 2 | No | wood burner / open fire |
| Stonesthrow Townhouse, Leek | 6 | 3 | Yes (up to 3) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| South Carolina Farm House, Matlock | 6 | 3 | Yes (up to 3) | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Verona House, Tideswell | 8 | 4 | No | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| The Old Shippon at New Ringstones Farm, Rowarth | 2 | 1 | No | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| The Larches, Hayton’s Bent | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire |
| Clearview, Barlow | 6 | 3 | No | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Hare Bee & Bee, Stratford Upon Avon | 6 | 3 | No | wood burner / open fire |
| The Croft, Laneham | 2 | 1 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Brynfields, Shirley | 6 | 3 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| The Cottage, Berrick Salome | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden |
| Colstey Farmhouse, Clun | 16 | 8 | No | hot tub, wood burner / open fire |
| Grace, Little Braunston | 2 | 1 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Snow Drop Hut, Alkborough | 2 | 1 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Nightingale Lodge, Ropsley | 4 | 2 | No | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden |
The Cow Shed, Little Alne, near Wootton Wawen, Warwickshire, B95 6HW.
A real treat awaits you inside this beautiful barn conversion situated in a quiet countryside village with stunning surroundings.
Home Farm House, Dorrington, near Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY5 7JL.
Gorgeous six bedroom character house with large garden and village amenities, located in Shropshire.
Bee Keepers Cottage, Shirland, near Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 6AU.
This wonderful self-catering holiday retreat will guarantee you the perfect place to rest and explore in a tranquil environment.
Rivendell, Blakeney Hill, near Lydney, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, GL15 4BN.
Lovely bungalow with wonderful views over the Severn in the Forest of Dean.
Linnet Cottage, South Cerney, Gloucestershire, GL7 6FL.
Take the whole family and enjoy a staycation by the lakes, this waterside property sleeps up to seven guests.
Very comfortable
Mill Lea Cottage, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 7RU.
A large detached country house in an idyllic and tranquil setting surrounded by land and farm animals in the fields and an abundance of wild life to be seen from the cottage windows. Ground...
Good choice!
Low View, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9SQ.
With stunning countryside views out of every window, this property is perfectly located to enjoy endless walks from the door plus easy access to the local towns.
The Milling Shed, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 8NS.
The Milling shed gives you the WOW factor from the minute you walk through the front door. These wonderful renovated and purpose-built holiday cottages are set on the owner’s farm.
Well equipped
The Cowshed, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 8NS.
The Cow shed is a real gem that you will want to return time and time again! These wonderful renovated and purpose-built holiday cottages are set on the owner’s farm.
The Piggery, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 8NS.
The Piggery is the perfect rural retreat just for four. These wonderful renovated and purpose-built holiday cottages are set on the owner’s farm.
Stonesthrow Townhouse, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 6JH.
Centrally located, this townhouse has all you need to have the perfect stay, indulging in the countryside whilst still benefiting from the amenities on your doorstep.
Good choice!
South Carolina Farm House, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 5FW.
This beautiful stone-built detached farmhouse provides guests with a stylish holiday retreat for couples and friends wanting to explore the Peak District Hills.
Well presented
Verona House, Tideswell, near Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8PF.
Situated perfectly in this quaint village of Tideswell. Offering fantastic links to neighbouring towns such as Buxton and Bakewell with the ability to return to a quieter location for the...
Good choice!
The Old Shippon at New Ringstones Farm, Rowarth, Derbyshire, SK22 1DY.
A stunning barn conversation located in a picturesque location in the peak District, with an abundance of walks and cycle routes.
Very comfortable
The Larches, Hayton’s Bent, Shropshire, SY8 2BG.
Set in a rural spot with lovely large private garden with views over the Clee Hill and four bedrooms.
Well equipped
Clearview, Barlow, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S18 7TF.
Clearview is a fantastic example of a boutique-style holiday home in the Peak District.
Hare Bee & Bee, Stratford Upon Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 6SB.
A perfect holiday home for a stay in wonderful Stratford Upon Avon, the owners have made this fabulous property into a luxury accommodation.
The Croft, Laneham, Nottinghamshire, DN22 0NG.
A lovely barn conversion in a quiet location, ideal for a relaxing break or as a touring base.
Great quality
Brynfields, Shirley, near Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 3AZ.
Brynfields is a wonderful brick built property, located on the edge of the a pretty village of Shirley and nestled in amongst the peaceful rolling countryside of south east Ashbourne.
The Cottage, Berrick Salome, near Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 6JJ.
Treat yourself to a stay in this cute and cosy ’chocolate box’ cottage with it thatched roof and original features.
Colstey Farmhouse, Clun, near Bishops Castle, Shropshire, SY7 8NP.
A fantastic celebration property for guests to get together and enjoy all that the wonderful county of Shropshire has to offer.
Grace, Little Braunston, Northamptonshire, NN11 7HJ.
A cosy getaway with stunning views over the Grand Union Canal from the comfort of an outdoor copper bath.
Snow Drop Hut, Alkborough, near Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, DN15 9JT.
A lovely shepherd’s hut, set quietly in a paddock with shade from mature trees.
Nightingale Lodge, Ropsley, near Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG33 4AU.
This cottage has a lovely view from the conservatory across the paddock, to enjoy with your morning tea or coffee.
WhichCottage currently lists 626 cottages with a wood burner or open fire in the Heart of England, all self-catering and bookable through the letting agency on each property page.
The most are in or near Skegness (29), Matlock (28), Shrewsbury (26), Bakewell (25) and Lydney (25).
At 422 of these 626 you can. Each property page says how many pets are welcome.
143 sleep 8 or more guests, and the largest sleeps 32.
Prices depend on the dates, the length of stay and current offers, so they are shown live on each property page once you pick your dates.