Cottages with Private Pools
A private swimming pool can be the making of a family holiday: an unaccustomed luxury, always a focus of fun and certainly a pleasant way to work off some energy.
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Brickwood Farmhouse
West Meon, South Downs, Hampshire.
Sleeps 10. This beautifully restored and renovated farmhouse is surrounded by ancient trees and grazing animals yet is only an hour’s drive from London. Decorated in gentle pastel colours, it offers the most restful of places to unwind. Cottage Code: M539354.
- Wi-Fi available
- Swimming pool
- Boutique
- Pet friendly
- 18th Century
Eagles Nest
Capel-le-Ferne, nr. Folkestone, Kent.
Sleeps 7 – 8. Carved into an impressive chalk shelf on the famous white cliffs between Folkestone and Dover, guests at the Eagles Nest can choose to relax in the sauna, exercise in the gym or take a dip in the indoor swimming pool. Cottage Code: M547901.
- Wi-Fi available
- Swimming pool
- Close to Sea
- Pet friendly
- 20th Century
The Annex By The Bain
Kirkby on Bain, nr. Horncastle, Lincolnshire.
Sleeps 2. Guests at The Annex by the Bain can relax on the riverside decking overlooking the Bain Valley, or perhaps a quick session in the infra-red sauna, before taking a dip in the private indoor pool. Cottage Code: UK11798.
- Wi-Fi available
- Swimming pool
- Boutique
- Pub nearby
- Pet friendly
- Fishing
- 19th Century
Arnewood Corner
Sway, nr. Lymington, Hampshire.
Sleeps 12. Just a mile away from the pretty village of Sway, this welcoming detached family home stands in 2 acres of extensive lawned gardens, complete with its own private outdoor heated swimming pool and hot tub. Cottage Code: UKC2956.
- Wi-Fi available
- Games room
- Hot Tub
- Swimming pool
- Open Fire
- Pub nearby
- Pet friendly
- 20th Century
- Piano
The Poultiggery
nr. Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire.
Sleeps 8. Providing the ideal rural retreat, this carefully renovated former barn now offers guests the opportunity to compete in a game of tennis followed by a dip in the inviting garden swimming pool. Cottage Code: M555034.
- Wi-Fi available
- Swimming pool
- Boutique
- Pub nearby
- Pet friendly
- 18th Century
Sandalls Marsh
Saxlingham Thorpe, nr. Norwich, Norfolk.
Sleeps 10. Providing the ideal holiday getaway for celebrations with family or friends, this imposing detached house features an indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub and sauna, as well as a games room with table football. Cottage Code: CCCT.
- Wi-Fi available
- Games room
- Hot Tub
- Swimming pool
- Boutique
- Pub nearby
- Pet friendly
- 20th Century
Park Farmhouse
Chideock, nr. Bridport, Dorset.
Sleeps 18. Dating from the mid-1700s, this thatched former farmhouse blends traditional features with all modern luxuries, including a private indoor heated swimming pool. The farmhouse gardens offer far-reaching views over the rolling Dorset countryside. Cottage Code: UK10091.
- Wi-Fi available
- Games room
- Swimming pool
- Close to Sea
- Pub nearby
- Pet friendly
- 18th Century
Greenlands Farmhouse
Barmby Moor, York, North Yorkshire.
Sleeps 14. A 150-year-old detached farmhouse set within stunning landscaped gardens. Located in the sleepy hamlet of Barmby Moor, the property features an outdoor swimming pool and outdoor 6-seater hot tub. Cottage Code: IKZ.
- Wi-Fi available
- Hot Tub
- Swimming pool
- Pet friendly
- Fishing
- 19th Century
Cockle Warren
Hayling Island, nr. Portsmouth, Hampshire.
Sleeps 10 – 12. Boasting its very own large, heated outdoor swimming pool, this spacious, detached holiday cottage occupies a highly prized sea front location. Hayling Island is well known for its watersports activities and windsurfing events. Cottage Code: 28926.
- Wi-Fi available
- Swimming pool
- Close to Sea
- Pub nearby
- Pet friendly
- 19th Century
Pheasant Roost
Swanton Morley, Norfolk.
Sleeps 6. Set in beautiful countryside this barn conversion is stylishly furnished, with a four poster bed and en-suite. Inside a large covered enclosure is a private pool and hot tub (Easter to end-Oct). Cottage Code: W40012.
- Wi-Fi available
- Hot Tub
- Swimming pool
- Boutique
- Pet friendly
- 19th Century
If you can’t find a cottage with a private pool to suit, perhaps a cottage with a shared pool would be acceptable? Many of these are found in larger complexes and often feature facilities such as tennis courts, children’s play areas and so on.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Private or shared pool?
A private swimming pool can be the making of a family holiday: a touch of luxury and a great way for the kids to work off some energy! The property description should make it clear whether the pool is for private (exclusive use) or shared use. Some properties also offer guests the option to book private sessions within shared pools, typically a few hours private use each day.
Although several smaller properties do indeed include private pools, exclusive use pools are a more common feature with larger properties. If a private pool is essential to you, we recommend confirming that it will be for your exclusive use before booking. You can do this simply by phoning our cottages information phone line, details as above.
Indoor or outdoor / opening and operating times?
Again, the property description should make it clear whether the pool is outdoor or indoor. Outdoor pools are of course normally only available during the summer season; the property description will typically state the dates, e.g. open April to October. Some indoor covered pools also operate on such a seasonal usage.
If you are looking to use the pool during dates other than in the summer season, you should look to ensure that property description uses wording such as “…open 9am to 10pm all year.”
Heated or unheated?
The swimming pool whether it’s indoor or outdoor, may be heated or unheated, although unheated is unlikely in the UK. You should read through the information carefully to make sure that the holiday property is suitable and meets your requirements prior to placing a booking.
Size?
The size of the pool, in terms of its length, width and depth should be provided in either metres (m), or occasionally in feet (ft) and inches (in). If you prefer to work in terms of one or the other, you may find this link to a popular conversion calculator useful.
Overseas properties do not always detail the size of the pool; again the friendly folk on our cottages information phone line would be happy to find this out for you, contact details above.
Additional Features?
Some property owners have spared no expense in making their pool areas particularly attractive to guests. Features such as a bar area, a hot tub, changing facilities with shower room, underfloor heating, sauna and sound systems may be available: again, please check the property details.