Chocolate Box style cottages can make a fantastic getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. These cute cottages are usually very old, with some dating back as far as the 17th and 18th Centuries.

Retaining original featured such as thatched rooves (LINK TO COTTAGES WITH THATCHED ROOVES) and exposed beams (LINK TO COTTAGES WITH EXPOSED BEAMS), and Tudor Cottages (LINK TO TUDOR COTTAGES). Many of these properties are quite small and intimate, but if you're looking for something a larger - perhaps for a large party, reunion or family get-together - you may want to try looking at our Luxury Country Houses and Mansions or even Self-catering Castles.

These sorts of properties can often be very romantic; inspirational, historical features transport you back to a more chivalrous time. Four-poster beds are commonly found in these sorts of properties, and can really make your romantic getaway extra special and beautifully memorable. Try taking a look at our Self-catering Cottages with Four-Poster Beds for inspiration.