Press releases
Gallops Announcement
Date: 15th Aug 2018Isle of Wight riding specialists Louise and Paul Buckner have partnered with national holiday letting agency cottages.com to bring guests from across the UK to their stunning site in Newport.
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ASSC 40th Anniversary
Date: 13th Aug 2018Scottish Cottages, as part of the cottages.com brand family, is a proud ASSC Partner for Business.
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Vicar of Dibley
Date: 1st Aug 2018Fans of Reverend Geraldine Granger, Councillor David Horton and Owen Newitt can now look forward to a getaway in Dibley.
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Newgate Apartments
Date: 26th July 2018One of Morpeth’s finest buildings has been restored to its former glory, as local resident, Jon-Paul Owen, completes a four-year renovation project to bring the period property back to life.
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Waterside Breaks
Date: 6th July 2018Cottages.com, the UK’s largest cottage holiday company, is making waves with its new collection of waterside breaks.
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BTA Nomination
Date: 6th July 2018Earby-based cottages.com has been nominated for one of the travel industry’s most respected awards.
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Cumbria Waste Group Partnership
Date: 12th June 2018Cumbrian Cottages has formed a partnership with Cumbria Waste Group to supply a waste and recycling collection to property owners within the region.
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Old Chapel House
Date: 19th April 2018Local property owner Laura Hudson is celebrating this month after her Lancashire holiday home was named one of Britain’s coolest by The Sunday Times newspaper.
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Trewenna
Date: 16th April 2018Local farmers Chris and Jo Cattran are celebrating the expansion of their new holiday rental business at their working farm in Mullion, West Cornwall.
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Jill Strawbale House
Date: 11th April 2018Holidaymakers are being given the chance to enjoy a getaway in a unique, energy efficient property that has been constructed using over 500 bales of straw.
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Swallows Nest
Date: 27th Mar 2018In a bid to boost their green credentials, two holiday let owners in Wool, Dorset have taken huge steps to provide a more environmentally friendly guest experience, including installing electric car charging ports.
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Platform Three
Date: 21st Feb 2018A unique opportunity to live like a station master is being offered to holidaymakers for the first time.
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Freedom Wizard
Date: 14th Feb 2018Cumbrian Cottages has partnered with the charity, Freedom Wizard, to give wheelchair users and those of limited mobility, the opportunity to enjoy holidays across the UK.
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MacTavish Cup
Date: 5th Feb 2018ANNOUNCING NEW TITLE SPONSOR - COTTAGES.COM MACTAVISH CUP
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The Old Vicarage
Date: 31st Jan 2018The chance to holiday in one of Cornwall’s best period properties is being offered to holidaymakers.
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GSN TV Campaign
Date: 8th Jan 2018cottages.com has launched an integrated advertising campaign for 2018 celebrating unique holiday experiences across the UK.
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Christmas Booking Boost
Date: 8th Dec 2017For a Christmas that’s merry and bright, holidaymakers from the UK and beyond are set to flock to the UK’s most festive towns over the next fortnight, with the majority heading to Cumbria.
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Pitchford Hall
Date: 7th Dec 2017A unique and rare opportunity to holiday in a Royal retreat is being offered to holidaymakers for the first time in 2018, as cottages.com unveils the latest addition to its portfolio – the newly restored, Grade I-listed West Wing of Pitchford Hall in Shropshire.
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The Crown Series 2
Date: 28th Nov 2017After the glitzy premiere of the second series of The Crown last week and yesterday’s engagement announcement of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, it’s fair to say that the nation is experiencing another bout of Royal Fever!
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BridLit Tourism Boost
Date: 30th October 2017It appears that literary fans from across the country are flocking to Dorset’s annual BridLit festival, with cottages.com reporting searches for properties in the area have doubled over the past month.
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Local Tourism Business Wins National Award
Date: 24th October 2017A Yorkshire property owner has received the coveted VisitEngland ROSE Award for an excellent customer-focused approach to their tourism business.
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Honeymoon in Hampshire
Date: 23rd October 2017Offering visitors beautiful countryside, an amass of naval history and food heritage to discover, Hampshire is full of hidden gems for honeymooners to unearth.
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Honeymoon in Derbyshire
Date: 18th October 2017As the home to the stunning Peak District and a whole host of stately homes and castles, Derbyshire is an ideal location for a honeymoon.
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Cottages.com enjoy bumper bookings as Brits make most of October sunshine!
Date: 18th October 2017UK holidaymakers embraced their spontaneous side to make the most of the unseasonably warm weather this past weekend, according to booking figures released today by cottages.com.
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Get summer 2018 sorted with cottages.com!
Date: 16th October 2017The UK’s largest holiday cottage website, cottages.com, is giving UK holidaymakers the opportunity to book a 2018 staycation for just £25*.
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RSPB and cottages.com say ‘Thanks a Million’ to Charitable Holidaymakers
Date: 13th October 2017The UK’s largest holiday cottage company, cottages.com, is celebrating after its long-standing partnership with the RSPB has raised a milestone £1,000,000 in donations.
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Honeymoon in Dorset
Date: 12th October 2017Offering visitors miles of unspoilt country landscapes and some of the UK’s best coastline, Dorset provides the best of both worlds for those lucky enough to escape to the south coast.
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Top five ‘must-stay’ UK properties
Date: 12th October 2017Dreaming of escaping to faraway lands for the chance to relax and unwind? Well you don’t have to travel as far as you think to experience a holiday like no other.
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cottages.com Launches Duo of Deals for Christmas and Beyond
Date: 11th October 2017cottages.com, the UK’s largest holiday cottage website, has today announced a duo of deals to help holidaymakers enjoy the perfect break this Christmas and beyond.
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The Five Most Sought-after Properties in Cornwall
Date: 5th October 2017With the changing seasons comes a changing mindset and travel is no exception. As sun seekers’ holiday days significantly reduce after summer, the convenience of UK staycations tops the list for last-minute getaways.
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Cumbrian Cottages Celebrates New Appointment in the Lake District
Date: 3rd October 2017Self-catering holiday specialist, Cumbrian Cottages, has appointed a new Business Development Manager in the Lakes. A Cumbrian resident since 2012 after a big move with his young family, Anthony Bottomley now manages properties in the Lake District. His patch includes Keswick and the surrounding area and extends out to the West Coast to include areas such as Workington, Whitehaven, Cleator Moor and Egremont.
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Lucky number 1,000 in Cumbria
Date: 28th September 2017A property in Cumbria has been unveiled as a milestone signing for leading holiday cottage company, cottages.com, which is proud to announce the latest addition to its portfolio.
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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with cottages.com
Date: 25th September 2017With National Chocolate Week (9th – 15th October) just around the corner, there are more ways than one to celebrate – but rather than tucking into a bar or two, why not be inspired to unwrap the rich delights of a cottage getaway, without the calorie intake, and put your feet up in a stunning chocolate box cottage?
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Honeymoon on the Isle of Wight
Date: 25th September 2017Set just off the south coast of England, stunning coastlines, adventures and a touch of royalty are just a few of the highlights that await those lucky enough to visit the magical Isle of Wight. Best known for its beaches and promenades, visitors to the island can make the most of some alone time with the stunning surrounding views. From Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, to history and culture to discover, there’s something for all honeymooners to enjoy on their special trip.
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Cottages.com Celebrates Triple Record Breaking Year and BTA Nomination
Date: 22nd September 2017Local holiday firm, cottages.com, is celebrating a trio of milestones and a nomination for one of the travel industry’s top awards.
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Royal bookings on the rise
Date: 21st September 2017Royal fever is in the air once again after the launch of the blockbuster movie, Victoria and Abdul; Prince Harry’s 32nd birthday and, of course, Kate and Will’s big baby news.
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Honeymoon in Yorkshire
Date: 20th September 2017As the biggest county in the UK, Yorkshire offers newlyweds an array of quaint towns, rolling hills, and picturesque landscapes to discover, ensuring you have a honeymoon to remember.
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September staycations on the rise
Date: 15th September 2017Despite the less than sunny weather, Brits are clinging on to summer for just a little while longer, according to the latest booking figures from cottages.com.
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Scottish September Staycations on the rise
Date: 15th September 2017Despite the less than sunny weather, Brits are clinging on to summer for just a little while longer, according to the UK’s largest self-catering holiday company, cottages.com.
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Honeymoon in Cornwall
Date: 14th September 2017Boasting history and heritage, iconic attractions and stunning coastlines, Cornwall is the ideal destination for those looking to honeymoon closer to home. From beautiful backdrops wherever you look to countless attractions waiting for you to discover, it’s the perfect place for couples in search of romance.
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Treat Yourself this October Half Term
Date: 13th September 2017With the summer holidays over and our daily routines back to normal, it’s completely understandable if you’re already looking into your next break with the family.
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Beach Breaks for the whole family!
Date: 12th September 2017As Britain has so many beaches that can be enjoyed all year round, you needn’t travel far to find one that you will fall in love with – and with hundreds of people around the country preparing for the Great British Beach Clean this weekend (15th – 18th September), there hasn’t been a better time to take advantage of the coast and get away.
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Honeymoon in East Anglia
Date: 4th September 2017With the royal seal of approval, stunning landscapes and a coastline which highlights the best of Britain, East Anglia is an ideal location for your first getaway as husband and wife. From the history that awaits you in the city of Cambridge, to the fun-filled coastal towns, East Anglia offers the best of both worlds and will allow you to celebrate wedded bliss in style.
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Another Bumper Season for Norfolk Tourism
Date: 4th September 2017Norfolk celebrates a sensational summer, as figures from the UK’s largest holiday cottage company, cottages.com, show an increase in bookings to the region year on year*, and a record breaking Bank Holiday across the country.
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Record high for Cornwall
Date: 1st September 2017There’s no doubt we’ve had some great weather this summer, but Cornwall can bask in the glory of record highs this year.
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Honeymoon in Shropshire
Date: 31st August 2017Stokesay Castle, the Shropshire Hills and The Royal Airforce Museum are just a few of the reasons to honeymoon in Shropshire. Awaiting those that are lucky enough to head to the county for their first break as husband and wife, is history, countryside and countless things to see and do, meaning no matter what you look for in a getaway, Shropshire is an ideal location.
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Honeymoon in Northumberland
Date: 23rd August 2017Impressive historical sites, vast landscapes and breath-taking castles that look like they’re straight from a fairy tale await those that visit Northumberland, thus making it a perfect choice for a honeymoon destination.
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Cottages.com Sponsors North East Dog Festival
Date: 23rd August 2017Ahead of National Dog Day this weekend (26th August), the UK’s largest self-catered holiday cottage company, cottages.com has been announced as a sponsor of this year’s North East Dog Festival.
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Honeymoon in Scotland
Date: 21st August 2017With an array of beautiful lochs and National Parks, Scotland provides the ideal UK destination for newlyweds to celebrate the start of wedded bliss.
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From Page to Place with cottages.com
Date: 18th August 2017The UK has helped write countless classic stories. Whether it’s a Christie classic in Devon, Bram Stoker’s Dracula in Whitby or Sherlock Holmes (125 this year!) there’s a place for every reader to live their favourite tales.
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Norfolk Property Owners Celebrate National Tourism Award
Date: 16th August 2017Property owners in Norfolk have cause for celebration after achieving a record number of national tourism awards.
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New status breeds fruitful for Lake District Holidays
Date: 10th August 2017One month since the Lake District was appointed World Heritage status, the UK’s biggest holiday cottage website, cottages.com can reveal the positive impact it is already having on the local tourism industry.
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Bank Holiday Breaks
Date: 10th August 2017The end of August marks the last bank holiday before Christmas, so why not make the most of that extra day by going on a little escape?
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The Picture-Perfect Property
Date: 8th August 2017It should come as no surprise that in this digital age, where much of our lives are conducted online, that a destination’s ‘Instagrammability’ is increasingly becoming the number one factor when it comes to choosing our next getaway. Traditional considerations such as value for money, weather and local cuisine are all taking a back seat, with holidaymakers instead being influenced by pictures they’ve seen online. And with World Photography Day coming up on 19th August, there’s sure to be even more envy-inducing shots appearing on our screens very soon.
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Honeymoon in Devon
Date: 8th August 2017Though the UK is full of picturesque locations that would be perfect for a honeymoon, nothing can quite provide the same backdrop for newlyweds’ first break as husband and wife as Devon. With two national parks, a rugged coastline and panoramic views that ooze romance, where better to go to celebrate the start of married life with a flute or two of champagne?
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Get Up and Be Active!
Date: 7th August 2017As National Lazy Day (10th August) approaches, what better time to feel inspired to get up, get out and make the most of the wealth of adrenaline-fueled activities that the UK has to offer?
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Poldark Fans Flock to Cornwall
Date: 28th July 2017As another series of Poldark comes to a close this weekend (13th August), the UK’s leading self-catering holiday company, cottages.com has revealed that the show’s influence on holidaymakers around the country remains as strong as ever.
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The Places To Be This Summer
Date: 25th July 2017With so many beautiful locations on our doorstep, it’s no surprise that more and more people are staying on our shores for their getaway this summer.
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Holiday Letting Offers Exciting Opportunity Following Buy-To-Let Legislation Change
Date: 21st July 2017Changes in tax relief is leaving buy-to-let landlords facing greater challenges in the years to come, but the news is offering new and exciting opportunities for those looking to enter the world of holiday letting.
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Explore the great outdoors for National Countryside Week
Date: 18th July 2017National Countryside Week is fast approaching (31st July - 6th August), so dust off the old hiking boots and get out and explore the beautiful British countryside by booking a cottage getaway!
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Time for an old school getaway!
Date: 10th July 2017Summer may only just be starting, but that doesn’t mean the kids have to spend the full break from school away from the classroom!
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Strawberries & Cream and a Hit of Tennis, Anyone?
Date: 20th June 2017With Wimbledon just around the corner and all eyes on the court, what better time to book a tennis-inspired getaway?
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Kynren Boosts County Durham Tourism for Second Successful Year
Date: 20th June 2017Following the unmitigated success of last year’s inaugural Kynren event, figures released today by cottages.com have revealed that the spectacular Eleven Arches show is set to provide an even bigger boost to tourism across County Durham in 2017*.
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Tickle your taste buds this National Beer Day!
Date: 20th June 2017National Beer Day is just around the corner (15th June), and what better time to feel inspired to visit one of the UK’s best breweries during a cottage getaway?
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Strong season ahead for Isle of Wight tourism
Date: 20th June 2017With high season upon us, cottages.com has revealed that the Isle of Wight tourism industry is set for a sensational summer, with the region experiencing a 20% increase* in property bookings compared with the same busy peak period last year.
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Superb Scottish Summer Breaks
Date: 19th June 2017The summer holidays are almost upon us, and with six glorious weeks to spend making lasting memories with the family, why not book a break and experience the country’s most fun and enjoyable attractions?
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Magical Breaks for Muggles
Date: 19th June 2017This month marks 20 years since the world was introduced to Harry Potter, with the Philosopher’s Stone hitting shelves on 26th June 1997. It’s hard to think about the books without the enchanting film saga that followed – and the magical filming locations that featured within!
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The Perfect Pairing for cottages.com and The Lobster Pot
Date: 12th June 2017Leading self-catering holiday company, cottages.com has today announced the latest addition to its portfolio in the North East..
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150 years of Saving Lives at Sea
Date: 12th June 2017The UK’s largest self-catering holiday company, cottages.com, has announced its support of the Falmouth Lifeboat Station who are celebrating their 150th year of saving lives at sea.
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Wheelie Good Breaks!
Date: 6th June 2017National Bike Week begins on 10th June, and what better way to indulge in your love of cycling than with a break along some of the UK’s best cycle routes?
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Dorset Preparing for Bumper Season
Date: 6th June 2017Dorset looks set for a sensational summer, as figures from the UK’s largest holiday cottage company, cottages.com, show an impressive 35% increase in bookings to the region year on year*.
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cottages.com Celebrates New Appointment on Isle of White
Date: 6th June 2017Self-Catering holiday specialist, cottages.com has appointed a new business Development Manager on the Isle of White
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Give your Dad a Father’s Day weekend to remember!
Date: 25th May 2017Though no Dad will complain about more underwear or chocolate this Father’s Day, why not treat him to something a little more exciting with a cottage getaway?
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Cottages.com Opens Dedicated Office in Arran
Date: 25th May 2017Cottages.com is proud to announce the launch of its dedicated new office in Arran, West Scotland. Demand for quality holiday homes in the region is on the rise and there is a huge opportunity for property owners, in particular those in beautiful areas such as Arran, Oban, Lochaber and the greater Argyllshire area, to benefit from a successful holiday let.
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The Grape Escape: Celebrate English Wine Week with cottages.com
Date: 24th May 2017Leading self-catering holiday company cottages.com has revealed that holidaymakers are putting their love of wine firmly at the top of the menu when it comes to choosing a corking destination for a UK break.
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Cottages.com the Destination for French Adventure
Date: 22nd May 2017For active holidaymakers seeking a French adventure, cottages.com is your home away from home this summer with over 3,000 unique properties to choose from.
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World leaders in travel celebrate with cottages.com
Date: 15th May 2017Some of the biggest names in travel including Google, Booking.com and Tourism Alliance joined cottages.com and property owners for a celebratory event recognising excellence in the self-catering sector.
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A Stable Sponsorship for cottages.com!
Date: 2nd May 2017The UK’s largest self-catering holiday company, cottages.com, has announced its support of Imogen Murray ahead of her appearance at the Badminton Horse Trials this week (3rd – 7th May 2017).
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Get Away this May
Date: 28th April 2017Cottages.com is proud to announce the launch of its dedicated new office in Arran, West Scotland. Demand for quality holiday homes in the region is on the rise and there is a huge opportunity for property owners, in particular those in beautiful areas such as Arran, Oban, Lochaber and the greater Argyllshire area, to benefit from a successful holiday let.
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Tea and Sympathy - What Makes Britain Great
Date: 21st April 2017Being able to make a proper cup of tea and saying sorry too often are true signs of Britishness, according to a new study out today.
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Best in Show for Canine Friendly Holidays
Date: 11th April 2017To mark National Pet Month (April 2017), leading self-catering holiday company cottages.com has reported record bookings for holidays with pets. In the first three months of 2017, the company has seen over 4,000 more bookings with pets compared to the same period last year.
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Scotland Strong for Easter
Date: 3rd April 2017With the Easter break fast approaching, leading self-catering holiday company cottages.com has revealed that Scotland is its best performing destination in the UK for the popular holiday period, reporting a booking increase of almost 20 per cent YoY*!
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French Sale
Date: 24th March 2017A picture-perfect holiday cottage often comes with a thatched roof, an open fire and a country garden – but nestled between the roses is the surprise must-have cottage accessory causing a splash in the holiday market!
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Search surge for Hot Tub getaways
Date: 21st March 2017A picture-perfect holiday cottage often comes with a thatched roof, an open fire and a country garden – but nestled between the roses is the surprise must-have cottage accessory causing a splash in the holiday market!
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Easter 2017
Date: 20th March 2017With grey skies finally starting to turn blue, there isn’t a better time to take advantage of the warmer weather that comes with Spring than over the Easter holidays. Whether you’re looking for a familysized cottage, a beautiful barn, or somewhere positioned perfectly for Easter Egg hunts, cottages.com and its family of brands have an egg-cellent selection of properties that are perfect for a long weekend away.
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French Sale – Top 5 Family Friendly Holidays
Date: 17th March 2017With more than 2,700 unique properties to choose from collectively, whether you’re after a chic city break, a mountainous lakeside gîte or a coastal escape – there is a holiday home for everyone.
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Beauty and the Beast Castle Escapes
Date: 14th March 2017With the highly anticipated release of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast coming this weekend (17th March), there’s no doubt that thousands of us will flock to the cinema to get our latest fairy tale fix.
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Fabulous Family Holidays in France
Date: 3rd March 2017To help you have the best French holiday this summer, French Country Cottages has selected the top picks from its combined portfolio of more than 900 unique properties for the perfect ‘vacances’. Whether you’re after a chic city break, a mountainous lakeside gite or a coastal escape – there is a holiday home for everyone.
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Broadchurch Breaks Prove Popular
Date: 27th February 2017Ahead of the highly anticipated return of Broadchurch this evening (27th February 2017), leading self-catering holiday company cottages.com predicts a surge of bookings to the region by holidaymakers inspired by the locations seen in the show.
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The Best Breaks for the Best Mums
Date: 24th February 2017Trying to find the perfect gift for Mother’s Day can be hard. But worry not - we’ve got this year covered! What better way to show your Mum just how much she means to you than by whisking her away to a stunning holiday cottage this March? After all, only the best for the best.
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Literary Amazing Breaks!
Date: 14th February 2017The only thing better than getting stuck into a good book is visiting the locations where they are set and the areas that inspired our favourite authors to put pen to paper. We’re lucky that Britain is dotted with so many literary connections we’re only ever a short drive from destinations that have associations with the stories that we’ve come to love, so why not let World Book Day inspire your next getaway?
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Ed Supports Suffolk Tourism Spike
Date: 6th February 2017Singer, songwriter and performer are perhaps the most common job titles associated with Ed Sheeran – but now he should add Ambassador for Suffolk to that list as the release of his single, ‘Castle on the Hill’, and its music video seem to have caused a surge of searches for short breaks in the county, according to leading self-catering holiday company cottages.com.
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Fabulous French Getaways
Date: 25th January 2017It’s only January, but we’re already looking to the summer and dreaming of when the low temperatures, unpredictable weather and nine to five lifestyle that we’re used to will make way for sunny skies, warmer climates and relaxed days by the pool – and you don’t even have to travel far for this to become reality!
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February Half Term is for Family
Date: 18th January 2017It may feel like the kids only went back to school yesterday after the Christmas break, but with February half-term fast approaching, the last thing you want to do is be stuck indoors with the onset of cabin fever, so why not take the opportunity to book a well-deserved family getaway?
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Feel the love this Valentine's Day
Date: 12th January 2017As Valentine’s Day approaches once again, loved up duos across the country will be looking for a way to make this occasion a truly special one.
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cottages.com Cancels Credit Card Charges
Date: 3rd January 2017The UK’s leading self-catering provider, cottages.com has today announced it is dropping credit card charges on all cottage bookings.
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Fancy a New Year getway?
Date: 17th November 2016After the excitement of Christmas starts to wear off, it’s natural to feel a little deflated as January rolls around and the back to work blues start to kick in. So, what better way to ring in the New Year than with a revitalising trip away?
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Get into the festive spirit early
Date: 17th November 2016While Christmas may be a time of excitement, the build up to the big day can be quite stressful. There are presents to buy, food to prepare, trees to put up and houses to decorate with that sprinkling of festive cheer. So why not take the stress out of the preparations this year and treat yourself to a relaxing pre-Christmas winter break?
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Live like Royalty
Date: 20th October 2016Here in Britain, we are fond of a good period drama and now that Downton Abbey has left our lives, we can all breathe a sigh of relief as a brand new historical show is wending its way onto our screens in the form of the lavish Netflix series, The Crown.
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Hygge at Home
Date: 19th October 2016Like LEGO, Hans Christian Anderson and even Carlsberg before it, ‘hygge’ has fast become one of Denmark’s biggest exports. As the latest trend to take over the world, more and more of us have begun to recognise the importance of cosiness in our day-to-day lives; so it follows that our holidays should trail a similar path.
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Earby-based cottages.com up for 'British Travel Award'
Date: 15th August 2016Earby-based cottages.com is up for the Best UK Holiday Cottage/Self Catering Holiday Booking Company. With more than 19,700 properties available across the UK, France, Ireland and Italy, it’s one of the larger organisations in the category.
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Banish the back to school blues
Date: 15th August 2016The summer may be at a close, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to end. As work timetables slowly begin to fill up again, memories of the glorious time spent relaxing in the sun can feel like a lifetime ago.
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Take a step back in time
Date: 26th July 2016If there’s one thing that should be on your bucket list this summer, it’s a trip to see the spellbinding family show Kynren – An Epic Tale of England in Bishop Auckland on a break with cottages.com.
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Perfect Potter Properties
Date: 29th June 2016With the 150th anniversary of Beatrix Potter later this month and the release of The Tale of Kitty Boots in September, there hasn’t been a better time to indulge in Potter’s life and work on a break with cottages.com.
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Anyone for Tennis?
Date: 14th June 2016Wimbledon is just around the corner and there couldn’t be a better time to don your whites and hit the courts. We’ve picked a selection of the best tennis properties from self-catering specialists, cottages.com and English Country Cottages.
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Father’s Day Escapes
Date: 1st June 2016Forget the whisky, power tools and socks this Father’s Day and give Dad something he’ll really remember this year – a cosy cottage break with the whole family!
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Make the Most of May Half Term
Date: 9th May 2016With May half term on the horizon, there’s ample opportunity to take advantage of the kids’ time off school and recharge your batteries with a relaxing cottage holiday.
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Summer Savings on French Getaways with cottages.com
Date: 15th April 2016If you haven’t yet booked your family summer break, don’t panic! From Friday 15th to Thursday 21st April cottages.com is offering customers the chance to save over £100 on thousands of summer breaks in France.
Happy Birthday Charlotte Brontë!
Date: 12th April 2016Famous English novelist Charlotte Brontë would be celebrating her 200th birthday this month (21st April), and with a plethora of events to mark the occasion, there hasn’t been a better time to book a visit to the Brontë Country and celebrate her legacy on a break with cottages.com.
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Royally Good Breaks
Date: 30th March 2016As the Queen prepares to celebrate her 90th birthday on the 21st April, there isn’t a better time to pack your bags and indulge in a regal break of your own.
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Easter Breaks
Date: 2nd March 2016As this year’s Easter festivities are fast approaching, there’s no time like the present to book a fabulous getaway and spend some quality time with your loved ones.
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What is Britain’s Best View? The nation decides
Date: 22nd February 2016The results of a major new poll by The Countryman magazine and cottages.com has found that Britain’s Best View is the Mountains of Mourne in Northern Ireland with 33 per cent of the total votes cast.
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February Half-term Holidays
Date: 1st February 2016Keeping the children entertained at half-term is often a challenge, but you don’t need to panic as there’s still time to plan a UK self-catering break full of activities to keep the kids busy.
Don’t panic! Don’t panic! There’s still time to book!
Date: 25th January 2016As fans eagerly await the arrival of Dad’s Army’s second venture to the silver screen on the 5th February, there’s no time like the present to take a Home Guard-inspired break in 2016.
Love is all around… on a UK Valentine’s Break!
Date: 18th January 2016If you’re looking to make the most of Valentine’s Day falling on a Sunday this year and spend some quality time with your other half, why not treat them to a long weekend getaway?
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Sea Breeze New Year Breaks!
Date: 23rd December 20152015 A fantastic search feature on the cottages.com website provides instant access to thousands of properties within one, three or five miles of the beach.
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New for 2016
Date: 22nd December 2015With the New Year comes new cottages and cottages.com has some spectacular fresh additions to its portfolio, broadening its ever growing offering for customers throughout 2016.
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All I want for Christmas is… a cottage!
Date: 3rd December 2015With the UK’s biggest selection of independently vetted holiday properties, cottages.com is the perfect place to start when searching for a Christmas cottage.
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Murray Inspired break
Date: 30th November 2015Following Andy Murray’s triumphant victory winning the Davis cup, there couldn’t be a better time to don your whites and hit the courts.
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Designs on the Perfect Cottage
Date: 26th November 2015Four lucky pupils at Earby Springfield Primary School were today celebrated for their artwork in a competition run by Earby-based holiday letting company cottages.com.
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Use Black Friday Savings to Secure an Early 2016 Break for Less
Date: 24th November 2015If the run up to Christmas is sending you into a panic, why not use the Black Friday sales to treat yourself to a well-earned break to look forward to in the New Year?
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Opening the Doors of a Cottage Industry
Date: 18th November 2015Earby-based holiday letting company cottages.com today opened its doors to the public to celebrate its new identity and commitment to the local area.
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Transforming the Cottage Industry
Date: 16th November 2015cottages.com is the new website for customers looking to book a cottage holiday. Featuring cottages from a number of different brands, the site offers the biggest choice of high quality cottages with more than 19,000 independently vetted holiday properties across the UK, France, Ireland and Italy.
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