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Make a holiday rental in England; your home away from home as you explore this delightful country, from the quaint villages of the Cotswolds to seaside resorts like Brighton, and the historic learning centers of Cambridge and Oxford to ancient Roman settlements such as Bath.

With a holiday rental in London, visitors will be ideally situated to enjoy this fascinating city. Highlights include viewing the crown jewels at the Tower of London, touring the city on a red double-decker bus, shopping at Harrods or Portobello Market, visiting the British Museum, taking a cruise down the Thames, listening to the debates at the Houses of Parliament, and attending the theatre. Other major attractions for guests of London holiday rentals include St. Paul's Cathedral, the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace, the Victoria and Albert Museum, Westminster Abbey, and Windsor Castle, on the outskirts of London.

The Cornish Coast, in the southeast of England, is popular with artists as well as holidaymakers. In Penzance, guests of England holiday rentals can walk to St. Michael's Mount at low tide or take the ferry at high tide. The view from the top of this Benedictine monastery is superb. St. Ives boasts wonderful beaches, including the golden sand and calm waters at Portminster Beach. Newquay is known as the surfing capital of the region, with great waves at Fistral Beach, and calmer waters at Glaze Beach.

In Devon, guests of England holiday rentals can enjoy the diverse coastline, from white pebble beaches to golden sand to rugged cliffs, or explore the wild moorlands of Dartmoor and Exmoor. Beaches range from the surfing beaches of North Devon, such as Saunton and Croyde, to the more sheltered southern resorts of Torbay and Paignton. Visitor activities include golf, fishing, sailing, surfing, sailing, sea kayaking, diving, and kiteboarding.

In England's pristine Lake District, the northern lakes, including Derwentwater, Ullwater and Buttermere, tend to be less crowded. Activities for holidaymakers in England include hiking, swimming, golf, theatre, lake cruises and mini-bus tours of the area. The town of Keswick is filled with Victorian buildings housing gift shops, tea-rooms and pubs. Daily guided walks are offered from Keswick and other locations.

The beautiful countryside in the East of England ranges from coastline to marshland to heathland. Guests of English holiday rentals can walk or bicycle through the countryside, golf on challenging courses, and visit charming towns and fabulous gardens.

In the Heart of England, the Cotswolds is a popular holiday destination, with beautiful countryside and charming villages built of yellow limestone. Guests of England holiday rentals can tour the area by car, foot, bicycle or bus, stopping in picturesque towns such as Chipping Campden and Stow-on-the-Wold.

In Brighton, one of England's most popular seaside resorts, you can tour the extravagant Royal Pavilion, stroll along the Victorian Pier and the beachfront, and enjoy a wide variety of restaurants, pubs, shopping, and entertainment.

In the South East, Kent boasts miles of sandy beaches, as well as the spectacular cathedral and other attractions in Canterbury, and the white cliffs of Dover. In the South of England, Dorset offers a number of coastal towns, including Bournemouth, with its seven miles of golden beaches and beautiful parks and gardens.

In Oxford, guests of England holiday rentals can stroll the historic streets of this famous university town. In nearby Woodstock, Blenheim Palace, the residence of the Duke of Marlborough and the largest house in England, is a must-see.

Whatever your interests, you're sure to find the perfect holiday rental for a memorable holiday in England. Reserve your England holiday rental home today!

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