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Winter in the UK - a time for cosying up in front of a log fire with a loved one, soaking in a hot tub under stars, woodland walks with your wellies on, slowing the pace, and finding solace in peace and quiet.  'Wintering' is a thing!  And this blog post showcases some of our favourite wintering spots; a collection of romantic escapes for two - woodland hideaways, coastal boltholes & rural retreats.

Christmas is coming - have you decided what you're doing yet?  If you fancy ringing the changes this year, then how about renting a place for a short break or week long break, and inviting family and friends to join you.  Aside from a welcome change, it's also a sure fire way of reducing the crazy amount of stress that people often find themselves under during this time of year. 

Or perhaps you'd like to stay at home for Christmas, but see in the New Year in a holiday house.  Today's blog post focuses on our large properties (for groups of 6+) and gives you a little taster of what's out there, from windmill stays to medieval country houses......

Stay in a railway carriage or a converted railway station - 8 of our favourite UK railway retreats.  Whether you're looking for a romantic train carriage for two, or a big train station conversion for a family group, then you're sure to find what you're looking for in our collection of railway retreats

It is a commonly aired desire to ‘be by the sea’, but what if the seaside is too far away, too expensive or too crowded when you're searching for unique place to stay? What if you are yearning for a taste of waterfront living but you’d rather go somewhere further inland, more affordable and (quite possibly) more peaceful?

Europe summer holiday inspiration - go lakeside in Portugal, beachside in Lanzarote, poolside in Italy.....