Cottages in Bedfordshire

Offering cottages in the many tranquil villages nestled in the beautiful countryside, and a wealth of outdoor activities, Bedfordshire is an ideal place to escape from everyday life. If you want to lose yourself in nature for a few days, Bedfordshire provides a relaxing holiday in the flower-filled countryside but close to the best attractions, adventure parks, safari parks, and places of historical interest. You'll also find plenty of places to eat where you can sample local delicacies.

Cottages in Bedfordshire are an excellent choice if you're looking for relaxation in a traditional setting but with luxury amenities. You'll have renovated kitchens, cosy bedrooms with countryside views, elegantly decorated bathrooms, and living rooms with wood-burning cookers. While outside, you will enjoy a garden with furniture to eat breakfast in a beautiful setting; a hot tub to relax in after hiking; a barbecue to cook up a tasty burger. Some accommodations even include a swimming pool.

Animal lovers will marvel at the incredible open spaces of Whipsnade ZSL Zoo, the largest zoo in the UK. Covering 600 acres and housing almost 3,000 animals, this zoo is a must-visit if you love animals. You'll be able to see tigers, lions, grizzly bears, rhinos, elephants, giraffes, zebras, primates and many, many more majestic creatures. Other parts of the zoo such as the aquarium will allow you to delve into the underwater world and meet the freshwater fish. The Butterfly House, meanwhile, will allow you to immerse yourself in a tropical environment as hundreds of colourful butterflies fly overhead. Whipsnade has something for everyone!

Packed with fantastic scenery to explore, Bedfordshire is ideal for walking and cycling. Whether you're looking for gentle walking routes or exciting cycling routes, you'll find a variety of rural locations around the county with routes to suit all levels. You'll find Marston Vale Forest offering 61 square miles of routes for walkers, cyclists, and horse riders; Greensand Ridge, a 40-mile walk of distinctive scenic character through Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Cambridgeshire, ideal for cycling or an exhilarating walk. You'll also find other activities such as canoeing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding on the River Great Ouse in Bedford.

At Wrest Park, you'll be dazzled by 92 acres of award-winning gardens. Discover hidden gems such as the ornate marble fountain, Chinese Temple and Bridge, and Bowling Green House. Explore the baroque Long Water Pavilion, the focal point of the gardens, and complete the Dairy Farm Sculpture Gallery where you can see the stone Neptune and the elegant bronze sundial dating from 1682. The sweeping landscapes and woodland walks of Wrest Park are a delight to behold.

Woburn Safari Park is a popular attraction in the county that you must visit. Take a road safari to see the animals roam free and discover the extraordinary species in this park, ranging from the smallest insects to the largest elephants. On the road safari, you will encounter wonderful exotic animals such as lions, tigers, rhinos, giraffes, wolves, bears, and Barbary macaques.

Away from the hustle and bustle of the safari park, don't miss out on experiencing the high ropes challenge at Woburn Safari Park. Enjoy the tranquillity of the treetops, face your fear of heights, glide through the treetops and enjoy the captivating views of the game reserves. Go Ape at Woburn is a classic adventure that offers zip lines, Tarzan swings, rope crossings, and a unique opportunity to see the animals from a different perspective.

Grade 1 listed Luton Hoo is a stunning mansion on the border of Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, with 1,000 acres of parkland to explore. Enjoy a stroll in the picturesque gardens, relax with a massage in the spa and finish the day with a meal in the Wernher restaurant. The immaculate estate is an exceptional place with formal gardens, woodland trails, a 50-acre lake, and lawn tennis courts.

Twinwoods Adventure offers a wide range of sporting activities as well as the world's largest indoor skydiving tunnel. Experience the thrill of indoor skydiving, feel the sensation of freedom as you levitate above the ground, have fun on the racing simulators, try archery and test your agility on the climbing wall. The tunnel has been featured in the James Bond series and is the first wind tunnel to be built in the UK.

Shuttleworth Swiss Garden is one of Bedfordshire's most popular destinations for a day out. Explore this charming garden in picturesque alpine style, see the brightly coloured peacocks that roam this tranquil corner, discover the Indian Kiosk and step inside the small thatched Swiss Cottage. Don't miss the pulhamite tunnels of the Grotto and Fern. The Swiss Garden is a peaceful and tranquil space with ponds, wide lawns and paths that will take you to magical places.

Located in the heart of Bedfordshire, Aqua Sana Spa Woburn Forest is the perfect place to escape the stresses of everyday life. With over 26 different spa experiences to help you unwind, here you can enjoy a range of relaxation areas that implement everything from cold to herbal. Come and spend a different kind of time filled with luxury and relaxation, take time for yourself and experience a full day revitalizing body and mind. The Aqua Sana Woburn Forest spa will give you a much-needed sense of freshness!