Now that 2024 has arrived, it's the perfect time to start thinking about this year's holiday plans. From romantic cliffside escapes in Cornwall to family-friendly rural hideaways in Yorkshire, Classic Cottages has picked out some of their most popular cottages in 2023. Discover Classic’s guests’ favourite sea view escapes and the most popular cottage stays for two, providing all the inspiration you need for your next UK stay.

The most popular sea view escapes in 2023

The Hideaway at Polhawn 

Sleeps two | Cornwall

Tucked away on the cliffside overlooking the waters of Whitsand Bay, it’s not hard to see why The Hideaway at Polhawn is one of Classic’s most popular properties. Sleeping two, this is just the place for a romantic stay beside the sea, best spent watching the sunset, exploring the serene coast path, and swimming in the sea.

The Linney

Sleeps four | Devon

The Linney, perched on the dramatic north Devon coastline, is consistently one of Classic’s most popular coastal cottages. Its panoramic sea views, cosy interiors, sheltered courtyard garden, and fantastic location draws guests in time and time again.

The most popular cottages for two

Dieppy Farm Cottage

Sleeps two | Somerset

Classic Cottages’ most popular cottage for two is Dieppy Farm Cottage, tucked away on the edge of Exmoor National Park. This cosy escape is ideal for a blissful holiday spent exploring the tranquil National Park, stargazing under the sparkling night sky, and savouring the cottage’s wonderfully peaceful surroundings.

Grace Cottage

Sleeps two | Isle of Wight

Guests' favourite getaway on the Isle of Wight in 2023, Grace Cottage is a peaceful hideaway sitting in the glorious countryside. A holiday here means soaking up the sunshine in the garden and discovering the idyllic footpaths from your doorstep. And in the winter months, the cottage’s cosy interiors and roaring wood-burner make it the perfect spot to unwind. 

Most popular rural escapes

The Granary

Sleeps four | Sussex

A holiday at The Granary is for leisurely walks in the countryside, picnics in the sunshine, and plenty of peace and quiet. Located close to the village of Cuckfield, the beautiful landscapes of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are within easy reach, too- making The Granary the most popular getaway in Sussex!

The Workshop

Sleeps four | Yorkshire

When Classic launched in Yorkshire in late 2022, their guests were keen to explore the area - and The Workshop quickly became their favourite cottage in Yorkshire. Sitting on the edge of the North York Moors, it is a fabulous base for exploring this special part of the world; brimming with rural charm, with a pretty courtyard garden and a beautiful open plan living space.

Most popular cottages for groups

Lambs Lawn

Sleeps ten | Devon

A firm favourite with Classic guests for family holidays and special celebrations, Lambs Lawn has a fabulous garden, hot tub, games room, and five spacious bedrooms. There are plenty of east Devon adventures within easy reach too, from walking in the Blackdown Hills to exploring the Jurassic Coast.

Beech Cottage

Sleeps nine | Dorset

Just the antidote to a busy city life, Beech Cottage offers a true escape to nature for the whole family. Its location, tucked away in the serene Dorset countryside, is rather special indeed, with direct access to a 450 acre nature reserve. Perhaps the perfect place for a digital detox in 2024…

The most popular new property in 2023

Bakery Cottage

Sleeps four | Cornwall

Bakery Cottage was the most popular cottage to join Classic’s exclusive portfolio in 2023. Classic guests loved its beautiful interiors, fabulous outdoor space, and fantastic location on the north Cornish coastline. Oh, and the fact that the wonderful village pub, The Miners Arms, is just a short stroll away.

Classic Cottages is the largest independent holiday letting agency in the UK. Established in 1977, Classic has an exclusive portfolio of over 1,200 places to stay in the best locations across the UK; from sea view escapes in Cornwall, to manor houses in Sussex and country hideaways in Yorkshire. Explore Classic’s full collection of holiday cottages here. 

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Established in 1977, Classic Cottages is the UK's largest independent holiday letting specialists, marketing a portfolio of high-quality properties across the UK, all of which are exclusive to Classic Cottages and will not be found on other sites. As a Tourism Quality Accredited Company, Classic Cottages has been given a Gold Award for the high level of service it provides as a business, as well as a Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award 2023 for its excellence in customer service. Which? Awarded Classic Cottages the status of Recommended Provider for UK Holiday Cottages in 2024, 2023 and 2022, commended for excellent customer service, accuracy of cottage descriptions, website quality and reasonable prices. www.classic.co.uk