Cottages with open fires

The small town of Sheldon nestles on the edge of the Blackdown Hills in Devon.

This semi-detached cottage is situated in Mansergh, an area of wooded hills and valleys, three miles from Kirby Lonsdale, and sleeps four people in two bedrooms.

This property offers cosy and welcoming accommodation for a couple looking to get away from it all. Originally a stone-built cottage, it has been tastefully and lovingly restored and redecorated to create an idyllic retreat that can be used at any time of

Something a bit special! This detached wooden property, newly built in 2004 in the form of a signal box, is adjacent to the station in Newtonmore. The accommodation is upside down with an open plan living area and a double bedroom and bathroom with sauna.

This exceptional property is an 18th Century former stablethat has been finished to a high standard and sleeps two people.

This cosy detached wooden chalet sleeps 4 people in 2 bedrooms close to Fort William in the Scottish Highlands.

This charming, detached cottage in Fifehead Neville, near Sturminster Newton in Dorset can sleep four people in two bedrooms.

This semi detached cottage for 4 people is just 5 minutes walk from the beach at Beadnell Bay close to Seahouses and Bamburgh and is ideal for a family seaside holiday or for sightseeing the historic Northumberland coast.

Ideally placed between the Cheviot foothills and the coast, the charming village of Longframlington is an excellent base for people looking to enjoy the various walking opportunities that the stunning Northumberland countryside has to offer.

This property, originally built in the 1700s, offers tranquil accommodation for couples looking to get away from it all and spend some relaxing time together.

Converted from an old cow byre, this property is situated in a small, but historically fascinating village, which has easy access to most of the attractions that the region has to offer.

This restored 500 year old cottage is located on the Talhenbont Hall Country Estate near to Criccieth in North Wales and sleeps four people in two bedrooms.