Rural Retreats was founded in 1985 with the aim of making the countryside more accessible for holidaymakers and giving them the best possible choice of holiday homes across the UK. Rural Retreats’ continuing success is based on excellent local knowledge and painstaking research, together with a flair for finding delightful and unusual properties. All of this has enabled us to build a portfolio of over 450 exceptionally fine holiday homes in stunningly beautiful locations, all available for you to rent. When you are looking for your own perfect holiday home, our experienced and helpful staff can help to point you to the property of your dreams. Whatever you want to ask about any of our properties, there will be someone on our staff who knows the cottage or apartment at first hand.

This historic property is set in the idyllic village of Castle Combe, which has been voted England’s prettiest village. It is perfect should you wish to relax and go walking, yet it is only a short drive from Bath and Bristol.

Information correct at time of writing. The beautiful village of Castle Combe was the set for the original Dr Dolittle film and, more recently, Warhorse. The nearby village of Lacock (10 miles) is almost entirely owned by the National Trust and is home to the Fox Talbot Museum of Photography and Lacock Abbey. Lacock is often used as a film set for period dramas such as Pride and Prejudice and Cranham and was used in the Harry Potter films. A leisurely and scenic drive takes you to the historical town of Malmesbury and Tetbury. The National Arboretum at Westonbirt is only 5 miles away and a must-visit at any time of year, but especially so when the autumn colours put on a fantastic show. Perfect too for visiting the Badminton Horse Trials and Gatcombe Horse Trials. Visit the Roman Baths and immerse yourself in the history of this well-preserved Roman site for public bathing. Head to Longleat Safari Park and enjoy their incredible drive-through safari - you can also have a guided tour of Longleat House, which was home to the 8th Marquess and Marchioness of Bath.