Holiday Cottages The Vacation Alternative

Finding a vacation suitable for a group, family, or as a romantic get away can be difficult, but check out the vast vacation market of holiday cottages, there are literally hundreds of places available. This type of holiday can be the ideal solution, but first plan and prepare to make sure it’s a happy holiday.

First research the types of property available. This can easily be done via the internet where there are lots of on-line agencies, browsing through national newspapers, and at the local travel shop. There are also small classified adverts for private rental. By cutting out the middle man they are cheaper but are best booked through recommendations. Companies in the business of booking vacation homes will be able to provide concise information and photos.

Vacations differ from people to people. It is a good idea to investigate the surrounding locale of the cottage. A remote far away home might look perfect, but if it is a family gathering, teenagers can quickly become moody if there is not enough to entertain, and younger children can get frenzied and easily bored. There may be some historical sights or attractions to see, or lots of easily planned hikes and walks.

The same applies to romantic retreats. The idea of spending time alone, walking the moors with the perfect picnic, followed by a sensual siesta or acting out a ‘Wurthering Heights’ fantasy sounds idyllic, and most probably it would pan out that way. However it is always sensible to have a plan ‘B’ just in case twos company requires an injection of other entertainment. Check to see if any local restaurants or country pubs are within walking distance or in a drivable range.

When enquiring about a cottage for rent, find out what is included. Does the home have clean linen, and is there a ‘turn down’ service, so when the guests arrive everything including electricity and water is on and working. Most companies should include a fact sheet with what is and what isn’t included. The group or couple can then plan what to bring and this includes food provisions as this type of holiday is normally always self-catering.

Everyone hopes that the weather will be warm and sunny on vacation, but it is always possible for the weather to turn. A bad weather back up plan should not include internet or television as most remote cottages will not have these services. Go back to basics and think of some old fashioned entertainment like charades or card games.

Finally make sure there is a map of the area and clear directions. The nearest village name might not be enough to find the holiday cottage, and hours driving around or asking directions can sour the start of the vacation. A map is also useful to know where the local shops are. There maybe a farm shop selling fresh free range eggs, and freshly baked bread just around the corner. With out local knowledge, a map, or a fact sheet that perfectly prepared breakfast omelet might be missed.

For a summer time break try the independentcottages.co.uk Cornwall web site or the independentcottages.co.uk Devon web site?

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