Cosy Up: The Best New Cottages to Book for Your Next Staycation
We’ve rounded up some of the UK’s newest and cosiest hideaways - from a colour-drenched Dorset bolthole brought back to life by an art historian, to a thatched cottage deep in the Wiltshire countryside and a design-lover’s dream in the heart of Lewes. Whether you’re after a romantic escape, a family weekend away, or simply somewhere to hunker down with the papers, these fresh finds promise slow mornings, good food and countryside calm
THE LODGE – BROADWAY, THE COTSWOLDS
Best for: A quirky cottage in the Cotswolds
Tucked away in the picture-perfect village of Broadway, The Lodge is a charming 1800s cottage full of character and charm. Just a 10-minute stroll from the village and set right on the footpath to Broadway Tower, it’s perfectly placed for walks, pub lunches, and pottering around the Cotswolds. Inside, you’ll find a chic blue kitchen, two beautifully decorated bedrooms and a cosy sitting room for fireside evenings. Relax in the pretty garden with views of the rolling fields, horses, and a classic village cricket pitch.
From £235 per night. Sleeps 4.
sandandstoneescapes.com/property/the-lodge/
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THE BYRE - CHIPPING CAMPDEN, THE COTSWOLDS
Best for: A cottage full of heritage and character
The Byre is the epitome of Cotswolds idyllic, with honey-hued stone, wonky wooden beams, hidden nooks and crannies, and an abundance of character. Tucked away in the village of Chipping Campden amongst rolling hills and cosy pubs, The Byre is perfect for families looking to hunker down this autumn. The open-plan living and dining room is ideal for gathering everyone together – with an ornate spiral staircase taking centre stage. Think fireside movie nights, long countryside walks, and home-cooked dinners around the big farmhouse table – all wrapped in classic Cotswolds charm.
From £274 per night. Sleeps 6.
sandandstoneescapes.com/property/the-byre/
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MARGOT COTTAGE – LEWES, EAST SUSSEX
Best for: A design-led stay by Margot Homewares
This one-bedroom hideaway is a charming extension of the beloved Margot Homewares shop in East Sussex, rooted in community, craft, and creating beautiful spaces. Inside the cottage, every detail has been chosen with an editor’s eye, with restored panelling, linen-draped windows, hand-thrown ceramics and vintage lighting. Ideal for slowing down, whether over breakfast at the marble table or reading in a cosy chair, the space is a tactile reflection of Margot’s aesthetic. Nearly everything is shoppable, from the gingham tablecloths to the handmade soaps. A perfect retreat for design lovers exploring Lewes, Glyndebourne and the South Downs.
From £210/night. Sleeps 2
www.kiphideaways.com/hideaways/margot-cottage/
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WESTWARD COTTAGE - KINGSAND, CORNWALL
Best for: Stylish stays in Cornwall’s quiet corner
Blissfully under the radar, the village of Kingsand on Cornwall's southeast coast is full of quiet charm: winding lanes, pastel houses, friendly pubs and little sandy beaches. This brand-new cottage sits right in the heart of it, just a short stroll from the shore. Inside, original bones meet contemporary design, where Lime-plaster walls, wide exposed floorboards and a terracotta floor form a warm backdrop, and sunlight pours in from both sides. Head down to the bay to paddleboard and swim or go rock pooling at Girt Beach, beneath the iconic clock tower. Come evening, Sandways is the perfect spot for a beach BBQ before the tide rolls in.
From £252/night. Sleeps 4 + 2 kids
www.kiphideaways.com/hideaways/westward-cottage/
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SPRING WATER COTTAGE – WEDHAMPTON, WILTSHIRE
Best for: Slowing down in storybook surroundings
Brand new to guests, this is the place to slow down and unwind in an utterly idyllic cottage cradled in Wiltshire countryside. Once a pair of workman’s cottages, the house is a unique warren of rooms, beamed ceilings and boho-chic decor beneath a picture-book thatched roof. Take time to enjoy long rambles then curl up by the fire with a wine while dinner slow cooks in the Aga.
From £350-£395/night (3-night min)
www.kiphideaways.com/hideaways/spring-water-cottage/
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FOXEARTH – NEAR MILTON ABBAS, DORSET
Best for: Art, colour and countryside calm
Once a crumbling 1870s brick-and-flint cottage in rural Dorset, this two bedroom retreat took three years to restore. Today, it bursts with colour, bold fabrics, and art, reflecting the owner’s background as an art historian. Even the overgrown garden was revived with the help of five pigs, replanted with large drifts of bee-friendly plants. Tucked in a peaceful, private valley near historic villages, the renowned Langham Wine Estate and Blackmore Vale footpaths from the door, it offers nothing but birdsong, owls, and spectacular views over rolling hills. There’s even a Potting Shed in the garden for reading and stargazing.
From £215/night. Sleeps 4
www.kiphideaways.com/hideaways/foxearth/
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