22 Jul 2013
With Britain currently basking in tropical summer temperatures and the heatwave expected to last at least until August, forget splashing the cash on a week of living it up in St Tropez or sunning on a Caribbean beach. Instead enjoy a great holiday on home shores with the UK holiday rentals specialists, Owners Direct.
As well as holiday homes in Europe and the rest of the world, the sites lists over 8,000 UK based houses, apartments and cottages that are perfect for families who want to go away but don't want the stress, cost or even carbon foot print of a foreign holiday.
Whilst many joke about Thermos flasks on rainy beaches and afternoons spent in caravans and penny arcades, many UK beaches are currently resembling Southern Europe or the Caribbean with scorching sunshine. But even if rain does stop play, there is an abundance of fantastic locations offering a wide range of activities and attractions that make holidaying at home a great option.
Whether it is wide sandy beaches, idyllic small towns, theme parks, outdoor activity centres, museums, castles or historic houses, there is fun to be had on a holiday at home.
Angela Southall, Marketing Manager of Owners Direct said, "Whilst a holiday abroad often means guaranteed sunshine, swapping Ibiza for Camber Sands, Barcelona for London or the Costa Del Sol for West Wittering doesn't mean you are settling for second best. Staying on home soil means enjoying picnics, days on the beach, sightseeing, fossil hunting and chilling out without the expense and stress of airport parking, flights, passports, tickets and currency fees".
She added, "Whilst we can't always promise that the sun will shine in Britain, families can be sure that an Owners Direct holiday at home will be one that is perfect for you and one where memories will be made and treasured."
UK summer holidays currently available at Owners Direct include:
Cosy Cottage in Norfolk
Situated in the marshland village of Thurlton on the Norfolk/Suffolk borders, Springhall Cottage has two bedrooms, sleeps four and is the perfect staycation location.
It is a great base for visiting the dreamy white sands that stretch from the North Coast of Norfolk at Blakeney Point to the seaside towns of Southwold and Aldeborough. The medieval city of Norwich, complete with cathedral, castle, cinemas, theatre, shopping and restaurants is an easy drive away. Families will love the fishing port of Lowestoft and traditional seaside town of Great Yarmouth with fun fairs, fish and chips and bucket and spade beaches.
Full details can be seen at www.ownersdirect.co.uk/E8287 and peak summer costs are £540 a week.
Holiday Home in Tresillian, Cornwall
Set in 85 acres of beautiful woodland, this property offers the best of both worlds as it is nestled in the countryside but is short drive to Truro. Set within a converted barn, this is a unique three bedroomed self-catering apartment that is airy, spacious and furnished to a high standard making it the perfect place to relax as well as ideal base for exploring all Cornwall has to offer.
Full details can be seen at www.ownersdirect.co.uk/E10020 and a week in the high summer season is £999.
Seaside Property in Edinburgh
This is a spacious, traditional seaside townhouse, laid out over three floors and has the benefit of a mezzanine level. The drawing room is positioned on the first floor with three large windows that let the light stream in and from the top floor there are views to Arthur's Seat from the front and across the Firth of Forth to Fife at the rear. Portobello is a charming part of Edinburgh with a vibrant High Street offering fishmongers, delicatessen, butcher plus various restaurants and takeaways - everything you need for a self-catering holiday! The sandy beach is a two minute walk from the house and boasts beautiful views, cafes, boats for hire, a restored Victorian swimming pool with Turkish baths, soft play area and outdoor playgrounds plus seasonal art installations and attractions.
Full details can be seen at www.ownersdirect.co.uk/SC1423 and high season weeks cost £1295.
Pet Friendly Lodge in St Harmon, Powys, Wales
This comfortable, three bedroomed lodge is set in the hills between Llanidloes with its arts centre and Rhayader with its spectacular Red Kite feeding station, pottery factory and indoor pool. This is a wonderful location for mountain biking, bird watching and fishing along the River Wye and visiting the Elan Valley Nature Reserve. The Victorian spa town of Llandridod Wells and Hay-on-Wye offer a great day out and families with dogs can take their pooch too.
Full details can be seen at www.ownersdirect.co.uk/W1031.htm and peak summer weeks cost £643.
Cottage in Arundel, Sussex
Florence Cottage is set in the heart of Old Arundel and is overlooked by the cathedral. The lovely period property has a light, airy living room, two comfortable double bedrooms and a single bedroom/study downstairs. There is a luxury bathroom (with bath and separate shower) and additional WC downstairs. The house is newly refurbished with white wooden floors and natural stone floors throughout the ground floor, a handmade oak kitchen, beautiful gardens and separate garage.
Arundel has a large lido, riding school, public tennis courts and mini golf all within walking distance from the cottage as well as a range of shops and restaurants. There is a beautiful WWT bird sanctuary close by and Swanbourne Lake is perfect for boating fun and a picnic.
Full details can be seen at www.ownersdirect.co.uk/E9930 and peak summer weeks cost £800.
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Notes to Editors:
Owners Direct specialises in advertising privately owned holiday accommodation direct from the owner. We have advertised holiday properties since 1997 and on our web site you will find over 50,000 villas, apartments, chalets, farmhouses and cottages. From Fincas in Spain to traditional Riads in Morocco and beach villas in Koh Samui, Owners Direct offer all types of holiday accommodation in a diverse selection of countries throughout the world.
In August 2007 Owners Direct became part of HomeAway Inc. which owns some of the largest rentals websites in the US and Europe. We continue to operate as a separate brand from our offices in London.
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