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Top cosiest cottages on Airbnb for an autumn getaway in the UK

Simon Calder’s Travel

As the temperature starts to drop, the swimsuits will be packed away and the woolly jumpers will come out of retirement ready for autumn weather.

The UK is home to some of the cosiest, tranquil cottages, cabins and barns nestled in leafy surroundings, quaint villages and awe-inspiring coastal paths. New data from Airbnb has revealed that this autumn, those travelling in the UK are seeking out quintessential autumnal getaways, booking warm and inviting places while staying not too far away from historic towns and villages, snug pubs and country walks.

Yorkshire and the Cotswolds are among the top trending places to stay in the UK this autumn for English countryside cosiness, while seaside destinations such as Narin and Robin Hood’s Bay are also making waves, showing that the British coast can be enjoyed in any weather.

Here are some of the top stays to get your autumnal off-grid break fix among some of the UK’s most beautiful landscapes.

Chic Family Barn with Country Views

Frome, Somerset

Spend an evening around the log burner in this Somerset hideaway
Spend an evening around the log burner in this Somerset hideaway (Airbnb Community)

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This four-guest barn on the edge of Frome provides plenty of space while still capturing the homeliness of a cosy cottage, with its snuggly nooks and large plush furniture. The barn is atop a hill, providing sweeping landscapes of the Vallis Vale valley. Complete with a pizza oven, a log burner and a fire pit; the barn has everything guests need for the brisk autumnal nights in this tranquil hideaway. The barn is only a 12-minute walk from the centr of town, where you’ll find a number of independent shops and cafes. The surrounding areas also provide plenty of national parks, rivers and woodlands for seasonal walks.

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Cosy Seaside Village Cottage

Robin Hood’s Bay, North Yorkshire

This little cottage is a warm welcome away from the sea spray
This little cottage is a warm welcome away from the sea spray (Airbnb Community)

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This 18th-century fisherman’s cottage in Robin Hood’s Bay has been beautifully refurbished to offer a more modern feel for the cosy trip to the seaside. Sleeping up to four people, the little three-storey haven is less than a minute’s walk from the beach, leaving no time to waste getting out on gusty autumnal walks along…

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