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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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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 ...

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 ...

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From a 15th-century thatched house in England to a ski cabin in Canada, our latest lookbook collects eight cottages with panoramic windows that offer views of their dramatic surroundings. Although ...

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 ...