Waterside Breaks Holiday Cottages Newsletter

Waterside Breaks is a UK holiday cottage and lodge booking service based in Aldershot, Hampshire, specialising exclusively in self-catering accommodation beside rivers, lakes, lochs, and the sea. Operating as a central booking office on behalf of individual property owners, the company connects holidaymakers directly with owners – meaning all bookings are made at the direct booking price with no intermediary markup. With a portfolio spanning over 300 waterside properties across the UK, and a sister company (Waterways Holidays) offering over 1,600 boats, Waterside Breaks covers a wide range of water-themed holiday styles. The company has earned strong customer recognition, with a reviews.co.uk rating averaging 4.85 from over 1,300 verified guests.

Types of Accommodation

Waterside Breaks offers a broad selection of property types and settings, suited to couples, families, and larger groups alike. Properties range from intimate romantic log cabins to spacious group lodges, all chosen for their proximity to water. Accommodation types have included:

• Fishing lodges on lakes and rivers, ideal for angling breaks
• Riverside cottages on the Norfolk Broads
• Loch-side log cabins in Scotland
• Lakeside Cotswold cottages
• Seaside self-catering homes in the Isle of Wight and South West England
• Hot tub lodges for a luxury waterside retreat

How Waterside Breaks Works

Waterside Breaks acts as a marketing and booking platform rather than a traditional holiday company. Property owners list their waterside homes through the service, and guests book directly. The company charges owners a commission only on confirmed bookings, with no set-up or annual fees. This model means guests deal directly with property owners throughout and benefit from the direct booking price. The booking team is based in Aldershot and can be reached by phone during office hours.

UK Regions and Destinations

Properties are spread across the length of the UK, from the Scottish Highlands and Loch-side retreats in the north, through the Norfolk Broads and the Lake District in the Midlands and North of England, to the Cotswolds and the South West coast. Whether the preference is a quiet riverside cottage, a lakeside lodge with mountain views, or a seaside family home, the portfolio covers a wide range of regions and landscapes. Many properties are available for short breaks as well as full weeks, making Waterside Breaks suitable for both quick getaways and longer holidays.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Waterside Breaks still trading?

Yes, Waterside Breaks remains active and continues to operate as a waterside holiday booking service in the UK. The company is registered in England (Company No. 5795253) and is based in Aldershot, Hampshire.

Who owns the holiday properties listed on Waterside Breaks?

Properties listed by Waterside Breaks are owned and managed by individual private owners. Waterside Breaks acts as a central booking office and marketing platform on their behalf. All booking contracts are directly between guests and the property owner.

Are Waterside Breaks bookings ABTA or ATOL protected?

Because Waterside Breaks facilitates direct bookings between guests and individual property owners rather than selling package holidays, standard ABTA or ATOL scheme protections do not apply in the same way as for package tour operators. Guests are advised to check individual property terms and consider travel insurance.

What types of waterside property can I find through Waterside Breaks?

The portfolio covers fishing lodges, riverside cottages, loch-side log cabins, lakeside properties, seaside homes, and luxury lodges with hot tubs. Properties vary in size from small romantic retreats for two up to larger group accommodation.

Does Waterside Breaks offer short breaks as well as weekly bookings?

Yes. Many properties in the Waterside Breaks portfolio are available for short breaks of two or three nights as well as standard weekly lets, making them suitable for weekend getaways throughout the year.

Where are Waterside Breaks properties located?

Properties are located throughout the UK, including Scotland, the Norfolk Broads, the Cotswolds, the Lake District, Northern England, the Isle of Wight, and the South West of England. All are situated beside or close to water – rivers, lakes, lochs, or the sea.

This brochure listing is part of the Catalink archive and may no longer be available to order. The information above describes Waterside Breaks. For current details, visit the company's official website.