Family Self Catering Cottages

Thatched cottages are rare these days but there are still plenty that are available to rent for a self-catering family break. They are simply gorgeous and retain and lovely old fashioned charm about them, making them stand out from other accommodations. If you love interesting architecture and want to stay in a quaint lodge, then renting a thatched cottage would be a fantastic idea. There are lots to rent that can accommodate a large group of 12 which is wonderful for those with a big family, if you do not want to split up the group and stay in separate accommodations.

During the Tudor era, thatched cottages were very commonplace, and so a brilliant place in which to rent one of these picturesque lodges would be in Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Stratford-upon-Avon is also home to perhaps the most famous thatched cottage in the world, the home of Anne Hathaway, Shakespeare’s wife. Visiting this incredible home is a must if you find yourself staying in this lovely town, as it is full of an incredible history with furniture dating back to the era and a stunning garden and fruit orchard.

There are plenty of other places in which to rent a self-catering thatched cottage for a family group of 12. These enchanting and historical cottages can be found in places such as Barnstaple in Devon, the Isle of Wight, Somerset and Dorset, and all have that special charm that can only be seen in this type of dwelling. With wooden beams running across the low ceilings, stone floors, gorgeous gardens and wood-burning stoves, they are wonderful for families looking to soak up character when on a self-catering break in a beautiful part of the UK. These thatched cottages stand out from others and you will feel proud to call it your home for the time that you are on holiday!

As these thatched cottages accommodate 12 people, there are plenty of bedrooms, each decorated in a manner that goes with the style and charm of the cottage itself. It also comes with a fully-equipped kitchen, decorated in a rustic way, where you can prepare delicious home cooked food in the comfort and privacy of your rented lodge. To add a bit of modernity to the property, there are TVs and DVD players so you can keep up to date with your favourite shows or gather the whole clan around and watch a great family film together on the comfortable sofas. For babies, there are cots and highchairs readily available, and some even come with board games and toys to keep any children with short attention spans happy!

Thatched cottages are stunning and renting one that will accommodate your family group of 12 is a brilliant idea for if you want to all stay together and try something new. They are antiquated and characterful and you will love the feel that you get waking up in the mornings underneath the roof of these incredible cottages.