(main image: The Dairy House, Somerset. Sleeps 16.)

At Staycation Holidays, we think there’s nowhere better to relax on holiday than when surrounded by beautiful grounds or private countryside. If this is important to you too when booking your holiday cottage, why not check out these 10 fabulous holidays in beautiful grounds.

Glamping Yurts, North Cornwall

The Fir Hill estate has recently been transformed into a stunning glamping site with ten luxurious, spacious Mongolian-inspired Yurts and stunning views! Glampers here have unique access to the 62 acre historic Estate with its magical ancient woodlands, vibrant foliage, protected bat caves, ancient mine shafts and ruins surrounding Porth reservoir. Apart from its beautiful position, the site is unique in that it's 100% offgrid. It’s hard to believe the lively coastal town of Newquay is only a few kilometres away.
Find out more: Yurts in Colan, The Fir Hill Estate, near Newquay. Nine Yurts sleep 6 and Quince honeymoon Yurt sleeps two. The Yurts can be booked individually or in any combination for get-togethers of 50+ guests.

Bonython Cottages, West Cornwall

The magnificent Bonython Estate Gardens provide a beautiful backdrop for our exquisite holiday cottages on the Lizard Peninsula. Each cottage has its own private garden with barbecue and guests can take advantage of the unique location and enjoy one of the 'Great Gardens of Cornwall' whenever they please. The 20 acres of enchanting grounds and gardens include an 18th century Walled Garden, traditional Potager Garden, an orchard, fabulous parkland, three peaceful lakes and a stream cascading through a magical wooded valley - a land of discoveries for little ones.
Find out more: Bonython holiday cottages (sleeps 2 - 10), Bonython Estate, Lizard Peninsula.

The Oaks, Shropshire

This superb rural property is set in two acres of beautiful grounds, with far reaching views over the Shropshire Hills AONB. Kids can go wild on the sprawling lawn and will love the freedom swing. Grown-ups can take tea (or something stronger!) on the terraces, cook in the country air, or take a pre-prandial stroll through The National Trust’s Long Mynd Estate from the garden gate. Why not hire a hot tub to soak up the peace (and your tired muscles) and toast the views of the hills beyond?
Find out more: The Oaks (sleeps 10), Inwood, near Church Stretton.

Wakes Colne Lodges, Essex

Our luxury lakeside lodges are tucked away in an ancient meadow in the breathtaking Colne Valley on the Essex/Suffolk border. Unwind on your decked veranda with bubbling hot tub, designed to make the best of the unbroken lake and countryside views. Or take long countryside walks in the 500 acres of rolling private grounds, with undisturbed woodland full of flora and fauna and a stunning two-acre fishing lake stocked with carp and rudd. Your furry friends will love it too!
Find out more: Wakes Colne Lodges (sleep 2 - 6), Wakes Colne, near Colchester. The lodges are next door to each other and group bookings are welcomed.

Goose Run Cottage, West Dorset

Goose Run Cottage is a must-stay for garden lovers or those just after a bit of peace and tranquillity. Sleeping four, our picture-perfect gem is tucked into an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty within the Dorset countryside, yet just a short drive from the Jurassic Coast at West Bay beach. Stunningly beautiful and lovingly furnished, Goose Run Cottage is set within a 70-acre private family estate that is yours to explore. Wander through the wild flower meadow with its hundreds of wild orchids in season, follow the tumbling woodland streams, enjoy the wide grass meadows, light a campfire down by the tree house and swing on the ropes.
Find out more: Goose Run Cottage (sleeps 4), Corscombe.

The Dairy House, Somerset

Our charming Grade II listed ham-stone cottage is situated in private parkland around Dillington House, just four miles from Ilminster. Cocooned by a stunning and secluded garden, with bursting flowerbeds, interesting trees, a spacious lawn and a stone terrace, there’s even a small wood, perfect for children to play hide and seek. Pick your own fruit from the fruit trees when they’re in season, help yourself to eggs from the resident chickens and lark about in the wood-fired hot tub. Beyond the cottage’s garden, guests can enjoy private access to Dillington Park.
Find out more: The Dairy House (sleeps 16), Whitelackington, near Ilminster.

Woodland Cottage, Cornwall

Couples staying at Woodland Cottage can enjoy over 70 acres of beautiful private grounds. Located near the charming market town of South Molton in North Devon, explore your lovely private woodland and enjoy the abundance of wildlife- you may be lucky enough to spot the local red deer, otters and a wide variety of birds. Admire wonderful views across rolling countryside from your own private lake with ornamental fish and seating. Why not take a picnic here and enjoy a relaxing glass of wine...
Find out more: Woodland Cottage (sleeps 2), Romansleigh, South Molton.

Vicarage House, Norfolk

This fabulous property is set in a rural location in the Norfolk Brecks with easy access to Thetford Forest. Surrounded by six acres of magical gardens, large flourishing borders burst with colour while an enchanting wooden door takes you deeper into the garden, through an arboretum. There are four terraces where you can sit back and relax in the sunshine, while the huge front lawn invites adventures and games. From the heated outdoor pool and all-weather tennis court to the plethora of outdoor games provided, the great outdoors has never been better!
Find out more: Vicarage House (sleeps 9) / Vicarage House & Pool House (sleeps 15), Great Hockham, near Thetford.

Upton Cressett Estate, Shropshire

Step back in time at our award-winning historic Gatehouse on the Upton Cressett Estate. The Gatehouse has a private enclosed garden with a fountain and guests have access to the historic gardens and grounds of Upton Cressett. Designed by the celebrated Shropshire gardener, Dr Katherine Swift, there is so much to enjoy, including Lady Laura’s Rose Garden, an Elizabethan Garden, Topiary Garden and a Moat Walk with rare fowl. Discover too the Grade I listed Norman church of St Michael which features 12th-century wall paintings.
Find out more: The Gatehouse (sleeps 4), Upton Cressett, near Bridgnorth.

Pontardawe Cottages, Glamorgan

Our six farm cottages are located on a historic working sheep and cattle farm between the Brecon Beacons National Park and Gower Peninsula. The cottages enjoy a fairy-tale setting around a courtyard alongside the picturesque River Clydach where wildlife flourishes. Explore 120 acres of enchanting private grounds, including a magical bluebell wood, tumbling mountain stream and hillside areas with panoramic views of the Welsh countryside – the farm trail starts right from your cottage doorstep!
Find out more: Pontardawe Cottages (sleeps 4 - 6), Plas Cilybebyll, can be taken individually or in any combination to accommodate up to 26 guests.