Maggie and Terry Hall launched Houseboat Hotels in 1999. At that time (and maybe still today in 2008) it was a unique idea, the first people to offer city centre apartment style accommodation, aboard a houseboat in the country. They had themselves lived aboard a houseboat for over two years and in a moment of either madness or inspiration purchased a rather sad looking Ruby, gave her a major facelift and started an unconventional and original business. Lily May changed from home to hotel in 2000. People seem to love it. In 2003 Waterscape.com awarded them Best Waterside Hotel and Most Innovative Waterside Business. In September 2005 they were voted Sheffield Tourism Ambassadors by Sheffield Hospitality. An award they were proud to be nominated for again in 2007. Terry and Maggie have now 'handed the tiller' over to their friends Kathryn and Karl who will continue to welcome guests both o…

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A friendly welcome awaits you at The Gables in Lillingstone Lovell, a beautiful and historic village on the Bucks border with Northamptonshire. Although quiet and secluded we are close by to the M1, M40 and London Luton Airport and only five minutes away from Silverstone race circuit. We are just a short drive from Milton Keynes and the historic market towns of Buckingham and Towcester and also within easy reach of Oxford.

There are two double rooms and a twin room. All are tastefully furnished and offer colour TV, broadband computer connection, hair dryer and tea & coffee making facilities. The upstairs rooms share a bath/shower and toilet facilities. The downstairs room has easy access for the disabled and a toilet/shower.

Nicola is a fully trained Cordon Bleu cook and happy to supply evening meals, packed lunches, picnics and so on. She uses organic produce where possible and ca…

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Three Rivers Hotel is a quiet hotel located at Ferryside near Carmarthen. Our hotel is situated on the southern boundary of the Carmarthenshire seaside village of Ferryside nestling on the Three Rivers estuary of Carmarthen Bay and enjoying superb views of Llanstephan and its ancient castle to the west and of Carmarthen Bay towards Caldy Island and Tenby to the south west. A great base from which to explore the many delights throughout Carmarthenshire.

A quiet hotel in Carmarthen, the Three Rivers Hotel is a hidden gem located in the heart of the Carmarthenshire, known as the Garden of Wales. With the additional features of cottages available and also a static caravan site conveniently, yet discreetly located nearby this is a fantastic venue for a quiet getaway in Wales.

The accommodation was completed in 2003 using the original stone to match the existing Georgian House combined…

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Number 10 is a traditional Hebridean house on a working croft (sheep, chickens and highland cattle). Wonderful hills and coastal scenery mingled with excellent walking, bird watching and fishing and close to historic sites and beaches. It is located in Tolsta Chaolais which is a crofting village on the west side of the Isle of Lewis. To find us you must leave the road between Breasclete and Carloway. When you have wound your way across the hills and down to the valley, you will find yourself in a slightly different and much more peaceful world.

The house has one sitting room, 2 doubles and 1 twin bedroom and sleeps 6. Bed linen, towels, crockery and kitchen utensils are all supplied and well behaved dogs are welcome. There is Wi-Fi.

There are few shops in the vicinity, although we are supplied by bakery and grocery vans and the Doune Braes Hotel, just outside the village serves fo…

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The Mariners Hotel offers award-winning accommodation in Lyme Regis, Dorset. We are the perfect place to stay for an unforgettable breakaway.

Formerly a coaching inn, this 17th Century building has been beautifully renovated to offer modern accommodation. All our rooms are beautifully styled and blend old and new furnishings to offer a luxurious experience. Many of our rooms enjoy breathtaking sea views and all our rooms are en suite. Each room comes with an array of superb facilities: LCD Freeview television, telephone, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities.

Our wonderful bar and restaurant offer a sumptuous food menu, created with style and finesse. We use only the best and freshest local produce available. From savouring the finest west country scallops or enjoying grilled cutlets of English lamb, we have something to suit all your needs. To accompany a memorable gastro…

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Haye Farm Holidays offers a selection of luxurious self catering cottages and lodges on the edge of Lyme Regis in Dorset. Most of the holiday cottages are pet friendly except for Oak & Willow. The farm offers amazing views of the countryside and is only a short distance from the town centre.

Stable Cottage: This ground floor level, pet friendly holiday cottage can sleep 4 people in a double and twin room. The living areas are open plan and well equipped.

Hayloft Cottage: This is a first floor property which sleeps 4 people in a double and twin room. There is an open plan living space and stunning views over the Lym Valley.

Goathouse Cottage: The Goathouse is a single storey holiday cottage sleeping 4 in a double and bunk room. The cottage has a separate kitchen and a lounge/dining area.

Oak Lodge: This is a spacious self catering lodge sleeping 4 people in a double and twin r…

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Redlands Country Lodge Guest House is a cosy, log cabin style property that can be found in a countryside setting outside of Ladybank, in the heart of Fife. Our guest house is just off the A92 or A91 about 5 miles from Cupar and close to many historic towns and villages such as St Andrews and Falkland.

Our guest house is ideal for a romantic short break in Fife; a stop over on business; for groups of friends, golfers, hen weekends, special birthdays, to visit St Andrews University; a base for guests attending weddings a Fernie Castle, Craigsanquhar Castle, Kilconquhar Castle and Balbirnie House.

WeeBothy is our latest addition – a quirky converted sandstone building, right next to the log cabins. Sleeps to 4 and is ideal for family breaks or a romantic break for 2. It has a cosy bedroom (with twin or king size bed), wee designer bathroom, relaxing lounge with double sofa bed and ki…

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La Bailloterie Camping offers superb accommodation located just outside of Vale on the beautiful Channel Island of Guernsey. A 10 acre site it is situated in the north of the island in a rural setting, yet close to all the main services.

The site caters for private camping and motorhomes where you are able to choose your own pitch. There is also an erected tent which is a 5m yurt with a separate kitchen tent and accommodates up to 4 people having a double bed and 2 single futons (no bedding provided). It is fully equipped with kitchen equipment, gas cooking, fridge, lighting, dining table and chairs, crockery, outside BBQ and chairs.

Well behaved dogs are welcome in your own tents and motorhomes and certain areas of the campsite.

The campsite is level and well drained offering pitches in the sun or shade and many are equipped with 16 amp hook-ups. All the fields have water taps …

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