Striking architecture, luxurious interiors, and beautiful furnishings all feature in our exclusive collection of holiday cottages whose owners clearly have an Eye for Design.
Part of our Showcase Collections, these exceptional properties have been transformed to create exquisite living spaces that are as stylish as they are sumptuous. They are inspiring places with a personal touch that will make you feel right at home in some of the most desirable locations in the UK.
From fairy-tale castles amidst the soaring mountains of Scotland to chic coastal cottages along the golden sands of Devon, discover the holiday of your dreams within our special portfolio of design-led retreats.
Chapel Of Art, Yorkshire Dales
Starting life as a chapel, built in 1926, and now a wonderful fusion of modern features and vibrant flourishes, this lavish retreat in the heart of Brontë Country promises the ultimate luxury self-catering experience. Inspired by the work of world-renowned artists, a colourful and eclectic theme runs throughout the interiors, with themed bedrooms adorned in decorative fabrics and glamorous designer touches. No space is left un-styled, from the abstract décor of the Henri Matisse room to the bold and beautiful prints in the Vincent Van Gogh room. Even the bathrooms are works of art here.
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The Gin And Thresher, Northumberland
An Art Deco-inspired cocktail bar, an indoor Victorian botanic garden, and an infinity pool on the roof terrace: this unique property enveloped by rolling Northumberland countryside has it all. Here, rustic interiors are awash with vintage style – one of the highlights being the open-plan living space, formerly a gin gang roundhouse. Filled to the brim with the wow factor, you can pull up a chair at the enormous bespoke dining table, play a tune on the baby grand piano, or escape to the hidden library and curl up with a hardback in one of the big leather chairs beside the wood burner.
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House On The Hill – Hastings, Sussex
Standing tall over five floors, this Grade II-listed holiday home in Hastings boasts bold interiors and spectacular sea views. An elegant blend of opulence and nautical fun, handpicked antiques, vintage furnishings, and pictures of old seadogs sit alongside bespoke curtains and vibrant carpets and rugs. Behind imposing bay windows which frame sailing boats drifting lazily across the horizon, living spaces are extravagant, with a colour palette of vivid blues and greens, and a wealth of flamboyant surprises to discover at every turn.
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Kaleidoscope House, Norfolk
An exciting explosion of Hollywood glamour awaits at this luxurious Grade II-listed Georgian house in Norfolk. Push open the yellow front door to reveal an Aladdin’s cave of glitzy metallic tiles, elaborate lighting, theatrical curtains, and retro wallpapers as bold and beautiful as they come. Dripping in eccentricity, this extraordinary celebration house offers a cornucopia of pleasures, from the enormous Chinese black lacquered dining table set beneath ten suspended fuchsia lampshades, to a subterranean sound-proofed disco room complete with a karaoke machine and a dressing-up box.
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Capel Coffa, North Wales
Enjoying a prime spot in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park, this cleverly converted chapel is a self-catering sanctuary. Accented with a fascinating collection of artwork, and original features such as vast arched windows, this light-filled space surprises and enchants at every turn. Sleek furnishings are entwined with cheerful pops of colour, exposed stone walls and warm, wooden floors. When the sun is shining, dine on the patio and when there’s a chill in the air, gather around the crackling wood burner for family film nights beneath lofty chapel ceilings.
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The Weir House, Shropshire
Set on the peaceful banks of the River Teme in Shropshire, luxury is layered thick at this spellbinding retreat. Living is open plan and indulgent, sofas are deep and cosy, and swathes of soft throws, cushions and sheepskin rugs ensure comfort is at the very heart of the home. If the gently bubbling river beneath the terraces doesn’t calm you, the interior’s warm, earthy tones and natural textures will. Throughout the day savour the incredible views from the floor-to-ceiling arched windows and at night, pour yourselves some cocktails from the bar and head outside to the fire pit to watch the stars twinkle.
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Which one of these beautiful properties in our Showcase Collection: Eye for Design could you imagine calling home for a while? Treat yourself to a staycation you’ll never forget in one of our holiday cottages in the UK with exceptional interior design.
