The Parent Friendly Stays children would, if they were allowed, spend every waking minute on a play area if they had a chance. Swings, slides, roundabouts, play houses – they’re not fussy! It’s a great way to let off steam on a sunny day while parents sit, watch and chat.

Here’s our selection of child and family friendly cottages, lodges, holiday parks and hotels with an outdoor play area.

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  • collage of images showing child and family friendly devon self catering holidays at lower elsford farm

    Lower Elsford Farm, Devon

    Lower Elsford Farm is located within Dartmoor National Park, Devon and offers luxury self-catering holiday cottages with incredible facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, games room, children’s play area and 32 acres to explore.

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      Augill Castle, Eden Valley

      Imagine whisking your family away to a genuine 19th-century castle nestled between the breathtaking landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District. Augill Castle isn’t just a unique hotel with fairytale bedrooms, child and parent friendly facilities and a genuinely informal laid-back atmosphere perfect for families; it’s an

        Hicks Farm Holidays, Herefordshire

        Hicks Farm Holidays offers family friendly self catering holidays in the beautiful Herefordshire Marches.  Rose Cottage and Orchard House sleep 7 and 14 people respectively, with superb on-site facilities including farm walks, animal feeding, an indoor heated swimming pool, games room, outdoor play area and unique BBQ cabins.

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          Newhill Farm Cottages, Fife

          Newhill Farm Cottages are three luxury and family friendly holiday cottages set in a peaceful countryside location on the outskirts of Auchtermuchty, Fife. The complex offers a brilliant range of shared leisure facilities great for families including an indoor heated swimming pool, a games room and gym, outdoor play

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            Moonfleet Manor, Dorset

            Located on the Jurassic Coast, Moonfleet Manor is a luxurious family friendly hotel with facilities including an on-site swimming pool, indoor play room, games room, kids club and cinema room.  Parents will also love the spa facilities, dining options and two hours of complimentary childcare per night’s stay!

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              The Old Vicarage, Herefordshire

              The Old Vicarage is a contemporary and luxurious holiday cottage in the village of Vowchurch near Hereford and Hay-on-Wye.  Sleeping up to twelve people across six bedrooms, the spacious property is perfect for extended family gatherings and offers four acres of beautiful gardens and paddock, along with amenities including

              • collage of images showing child and family friendly holidays at cliff house, yorkshire

                Cliff House Holiday Cottages, Yorkshire

                Cliff House Holiday Cottages offers five family friendly (and pet friendly!) cottages in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside.  There are some superb on-site facilities for younger guests including an indoor heated swimming pool, outdoor play area, games room and beautiful gardens to explore; and for parents there’s a welcoming

                • collage of images showing child and family friendly holidays at humble bee farm

                  Humble Bee Farm, Yorkshire

                  Humble Bee Farm is a working farm in the peaceful Yorkshire Wolds offering luxury cottages and cosy glamping accommodation perfect for families.  Children will love meeting the resident farm animals and making the most of the play barn, sports field, nature trail and seasonal special events; while for parents

                  • collage of images showing child and family friendly holidays at warwick castle resort

                    Warwick Castle Resort, Warwick

                    Warwick Castle bills itself as Britain’s ‘ultimate historical experience’ – with activities including birds of prey shows, spectacular live jousting, the world’s first Zog Playland, Horrible Histories Maze, immersive storytelling in the Princess Tower, seasonal castle events at Halloween and Christmas, and much more.  Exciting short breaks for families

                      Flear Farm Cottages, Devon

                      Flear Farm Cottages is a complex of luxury self catering holiday cottages in South Hams, Devon. Shared facilities for children include a large indoor swimming pool, play barn, tennis courts and daily animal feeding, and for mum and dad there’s a steam room, hot tub, babysitting service and pub

                      • child and family friendly holidays at seaspace cornwall

                        SeaSpace, Cornwall

                        SeaSpace is a brand new lifestyle-driven coastal aparthotel on the edge of Newquay.  With well-equipped family friendly apartments, great on-site facilities including gardens, indoor pool, play areas, a maze and padel tennis courts, a tasty restaurant serving local treats and located only a short walk from Porth Beach, SeaSpace

                        • collage of images showing child and family friendly holidays at minehead cottages, somerset

                          Characterful cottages near Minehead, Somerset

                          These child friendly and Grade II listed holiday cottages are situated in a coastal spot on the edge of Exmoor and offer a range of on-site facilities including a heated outdoor swimming pool, swings, outdoor chess, friendly resident farm animals to feed, communal fire pit and two acres of

                          • collage of images showing child and family friendly scottish hotel holidays at the kingsmills hotel, inverness

                            Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness

                            The Kingsmills Hotel offers luxurious family friendly accommodation in Inverness, on the doorstep to the Scottish Highlands.  Enjoy local bike hire, take a cruise down Loch Ness, immerse yourself in the history of Culloden Battlefield or simply relax in the hotel’s complimentary leisure facilities including swimming pool, sauna and

                            • collage of images showing child and family friendly holidays at campsie glen holiday park

                              Campsie Glen Holiday Park, Scotland

                              Campsie Glen Holiday Park is a family friendly holiday destination situated between the Campsie and Fintry hills in beautiful Stirlingshire.  Accommodation includes caravans, hot tub lodges and glamping pods, while on-site facilities include a swimming pool, indoor and outdoor play areas and a bar & bistro.

                              • collage of images showing child and family friendly holidays at the big hoot caravan devon

                                The Big Hoot Caravan, Devon

                                The Big Hoot Caravan is a unique 1970s-inspired caravan combining charming vintage interiors and original features with modern family friendly comforts.  Visiting families will enjoy this unusual holiday destination in the heart of mid Devon, which also benefits from a private indoor play barn, outdoor slides and fire pit.

                                • collage of images showing child and family friendly cornwall holidays at coombe mill

                                  Coombe Mill, Cornwall

                                  Coombe Mill offers self-catering family holidays based in luxurious lodge accommodation on a 30 acre farm in north Cornwall, a short distance from Bodmin Moor.  Morning tractor rides, animal feeding and egg collecting guarantee  younger visitors a hands-on animal experience; and children will also enjoy the wealth of indoor

                                  • collage of images showing child and family friendly holidays at pagel france

                                    Pagel, France

                                    Pagel is a unique self-catering gite and lodge complex in the south of France. Full of child friendly facilities including play areas, swimming pool and a kids club, plus parent friendly extras like babysitting, BBQ nights and freshly delivered breakfasts, there’s something for everyone here to guarantee a relaxing

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                                      The Belfry Hotel, Warwickshire

                                      The Belfry is a child friendly resort hotel in Warwickshire with a vast range of child and family friendly facilities on offer, and comfortable well-priced family accommodation.

                                      • child and family friendly cottages in the ottery valley cornwall

                                        Cottages in the Ottery Valley, Cornwall

                                        This attractive complex of four family friendly holiday cottages, all of which sleep 4-5 people, benefits from a range of shared facilities including a shared heated outdoor swimming pool, games room, and beautiful walking routes through the scenic Cornish countryside right on your doorstep.

                                        • collage of images showing child and family friendly holidays at tlh leisure resort torquay

                                          TLH Leisure Resort, Torquay

                                          TLH Leisure Resort is a Torquay-based hotel complex offering a wealth of family friendly activities and entertainment all year round.  Comprising a total of four different hotels across one site, each with its own unique character, guests enjoy a multitude of shared on-site facilities including indoor and outdoor swimming

                                          • collage of images showing child and family friendly glamping holidays at hollings hill farm near the cotswolds

                                            Hollings Hill Farm, Herefordshire

                                            Hollings Hill Farm offers everything you need and then some: perfect location, activities galore, comfort and bags of character. We guarantee your little ones will squeal with pure joy at the sight of the animal menagerie. You will finally be able to treat yourself and relax with the backdrop

                                            • collage of images showing child and family friendly Cornwall glamping holidays at treganhoe farm

                                              Treganhoe Farm, Cornwall

                                              Treganhoe Farm provides a unique glamping experience with breathtaking views and convenient access to the stunning beaches of Cornwall. The accommodations offer top-notch amenities and treasured privacy. While kids will benefit from the fresh air, the farm and the playground, adults can enjoy locally sourced food from the on-site

                                              • collage of images showing child and family friendly holidays at hillcote wadebridge cornwall

                                                Hillcote, Cornwall

                                                Hillcote is a beautiful family friendly townhouse providing luxurious holiday accommodation for up to eight people in North Cornwall.  A wide range of child friendly activities in the nearby town of Wadebridge can be found within easy walking distance, while the well-equipped and comfortable property itself offers an enclosed

                                                • collage of images showing child and family friendly somerset holidays at lavender hill holidays

                                                  Lavender Hill Holidays, Somerset

                                                  Lavender Hill Holidays is home to a collection of luxury eco-friendly holiday properties in west Somerset including a cosy cottage, beautiful barn conversion and two incredible treehouses.  All the family (and pet) friendly properties benefit from spectacular views, private hot tubs and the use of an on-site swimming pool;

                                                  • collage of images showing child and family friendly devon holidays at stickwick manor and cottages

                                                    Stickwick Manor and Cottages, Devon

                                                    Stickwick Manor is home to three delightful child friendly self-catering cottages set in spectacular scenery on a working farm on the edge of Dartmoor. Visiting families benefit from a range of high quality amenities including an indoor games barn, outdoor play area, daily animal feeding, cosy log fires, on-site

                                                    • collage of images showing child and family friendly peak district holidays at hall farm wetton

                                                      Hall Farm Holiday Cottages, Peak District

                                                      Hall Farm comprises three beautiful stone-built holiday cottages situated in the heart of the Peak District countryside. Both pet and family friendly, the self-catering cottages benefit from stunning scenery, a safe and private setting with extensive private grounds, and facilities including a games room and outdoor play areas.

                                                      • collage of images showing child and family friendly Scottish holidays at Tomich Holidays

                                                        Tomich Holidays, Scotland

                                                        Tomich Holidays offers family and pet friendly holiday cottages and lodges set in the spectacular Scottish Highlands.  Family friendly facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool, games room and children’s play area, while a village cafe and pub are within easy reach.

                                                        • collage of images showing child and family friendly holidays at hameau de montengrand, france

                                                          Hameau de Montengrand, France

                                                          Hameau de Montengrand offers chic child friendly cottage holidays in the Midi-Pyrenees region of south France.  On-site amenities perfect for families include a heated outdoor swimming pool, play areas and animal feeding; while parents will enjoy optional extras including fresh croissant and bread delivery, home-cooked ready meals, pizza nights,

                                                          • collage of images showing child and family friendly holidays at luccombe

                                                            Luccombe Holidays, Dorset

                                                            Luccombe Holidays offers self-catering cottages on a family farm in the heart of the Dorset countryside. A wealth of family friendly activities are available including indoor heated swimming pool, gym, sauna, animal feeding, horse riding, games room, outdoor play area, fairy door hunt, beautiful walks and more.

                                                            • collage of images showing child and family friendly french holidays at emerald coast gites

                                                              Emerald Coast Gites, France

                                                              Emerald Coast Gites is a small complex of stylish cottages and glamping lodges in Brittany, France. Family friendly features include two heated covered swimming pools, outdoor play areas, soft play and resident animals; plus superb peak season extras including organised children’s activities, a private bar and on-site dining options

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