There’s unparalleled freedom in a UK self-catering cottage holiday. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, outdoorsy break, family reunion or beach holiday, you can customise your self-catering ...

The UK holiday cottages that are truly accessible for a wide range of guests WHAT IS ITFunctional, self-catering cottages in ...

Rolling fields, patchwork woodland and a gently meandering river. Distant mountains. A winding path leading down to a nearby beach. And a little thatched cottage with a garden bursting with flowers.

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From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Where better to hunker down in the autumn than the ultimate snug home? The thatched cottage is romantic, sustainable, has a long, proud tradition – and is now enjoying a revival. As the nights draw in ...

There are so many cottage companies in the UK that it can be overwhelming – our expert reveals how to book the best stay at the best price Sophie Butler is a specialist in travel consumer affairs, and ...

IF you want incredible coastal views head to this spaceship-looking retreat – it’s one of the best in the UK. Called The Observatory, the holiday home is perched high above the beach in Tyne and Wear ...

From a thatched family house in Somerset to a cosy Peak District retreat for two, there are brilliant boltholes for every taste and budget Sophie Butler is a specialist in travel consumer affairs, and ...