On my holidays last year for once I actually stayed in the UK and had a short break in the…read moreYorkshire Dales. Instead of going to stay with relatives I decided to book a country cottage through English Country Cottages and I would like to say I highly recommend them . There is a huge selection of places to choose from,at very reasonable prices and you can get a virtual tour before you book. The part that mostly appealed to me was that I had a choice of either living in a cottage for that short break or go onto a farm. All the properties are carefully vetted and are currently lived in. There are 2,500 properties to select from,including some castles in Scotland. You can be sure of the high level of comfort because they do insist on well equipped kitchens,bathrooms,cosy bedrooms and relaxed living rooms.

Beautiful new apartments facing the sea in Lytham St Annes. The styling and functionality are of…read morethe highest quality and our family of four just had a fabulous 4 night stay including a beach hut for a couple of days. Magnificent coming back next year!

Combining Blackpool with Ribby Hall Village as a way of meeting the needs of parent and kids seems…read moreto work a treat The best bit is feeling comfortable enough to let the children scoot off while we enjoy a bit of piece and quiet theres horse riding for kids fishing great resterants accomidation is execlent

I have stayed in the cottages here a couple of times on a self-catering basis to attend…read moreconferences. It is located a short taxi ride (less than £5) from Kirkham and Wesham train station. The village is very peaceful and the cottages are clean and modern with good facilities and pleasant gardens. There is a convenience store to buy food, a Starbucks and a Papa John's for take away pizza as well as a selection of bars and restaurants. I didn't have enough time to explore the spa hotel during my stays, but I definitely plan to in my own time.

Occasionally you come across a gem! This is a beatifully restored barn with luxury accommodation…read morefor 2; the best self-catering we've ever experienced. It was difficult to find what was not provided for. The Barn is situated at the end of a farm road just outside Leyburn set in lovely countryside. We'll be back!

We booked a private villa in Tuscany for my grandfather's birthday. It has been a unique…read moreexperience. The villa and views where stunning and the typical Tuscan dinner at the villa arranged for us was far above our expectations. One of my best holidays so far. Thanks guys.