Buckinghamshire holiday cottages allow the visitor to explore the charms of the surrounding countryside and also provide bases for travelling to nearby London. However, despite its proximity to the great city it manages to maintain a distinctive countryside character which proves popular for those wishing to escape the stresses of urban life. Information can be found below regarding Buckinghamshire cottages and short break opportunities.
Buckinghamshire is spit by the Chiltern mountains. To the South, bracken covered uplands dominate the landscape and are popular amongst ramblers and hikers. In the North lies the Vale of Aylesbury and is one of the most agricultural regions in the country, steeped in rural history.
Towns such as Aylesbury maintain a market-town feel and boast a fascinating Tudor history, evident in its charming houses and winding alleyways. Buckingham, although smaller than Aylesbury offers even more reminders of an eventful past with old cottages and Norman Chapels dominating the town.
Buckinghamshire also offers trails and footpaths such as Icknield Way that wind through fields and woods and provide the visitor with the opportunity of taking in the unspoilt splendour of this picturesque region. Other notable sites include Tickford Bridge, one of the oldest Iron bridges in the world, and Milton's Cottage. Book Buckinghamshire holiday cottages/self-catering cottages in Buckinghamshire.
