Recent Press Coverage
From stylish boltholes to wisteria-strewn cottages & castle towers, our holiday homes are truly special
Each Crabtree & Crabtree holiday home has been handpicked for its unique character, superb location, or fascinating history, so we’re always delighted to see their stories explored in the press – whether online, in a beautiful glossy magazine, or within the pages of a top newspaper.
Take a look below to read some of our recent press coverage.
Discover Britain
May 2025
Bishop Lightfoot Cottage in Bishop Auckland was included in Discover Britain’s list of the prettiest holiday cottages.
The Times
April 2025
A feature on Brunton Granary as the ideal holiday home for a family holiday of exam revision and time outdoors.
Coast Magazine
April 2025
The Gallery was featured by Coast Magazine as the perfect holiday cottage for a dog-friendly stay.
Condé Nast Traveller
March 2025
North Farm was selected by Condé Nast Traveller as one of the best holiday homes to rent in the UK.
The Times
March 2025
Neville Tower at Bamburgh Castle was picked by The Times as one of the UK’s 26 best beachfront escapes.
The Guardian
March 2025
Wagtail was picked by The Guardian as one of the best spring breaks to book in the UK.
The Times
January 2025
The Apple House and our wellness experiences featured in The Times’ list of the UK’s 25 most invigorating breaks.
Sainsbury’s Magazine
December 2024
A staycation feature on Gardener’s Cottage, Twizell Estate on the coast of Northumberland.
The Times
December 2024
The Old Rectory featured in The Times’ list of the UK’s cosiest boltholes to book for Christmas.
Luxurious Magazine
November 2024
A feature on the Scandi-chic Railway Carriage and our wild sauna experience at Cedar Hus.
The Times Luxx
November 2024
Wagtail was picked as the perfect spot for an astronomical holiday beneath the stars.
Homes & Interiors Scotland
November 2024
The maximalist interiors by Rita Konig at North Farm in County Durham featured in a beautiful eight-page spread.
The Guardian
October 2024
Thirlestane Castle and Papple Steading were picked as two of the best holiday homes for group gatherings.
The Times
August 2024
Gardener’s Cottage, Twizell Estate featured in The Times Alba as the perfect base for exploring Northumberland.
House & Garden
June 2024
The Old Rectory in Slaggyford was picked as one of House & Garden’s best hidden gems in England.
The Telegraph
June 2024
The Star Barn in Northumberland was shortlisted as one of the best stays to enjoy the night sky.
The Times
May 2024
The Grieve’s House in East Lothian provided the perfect base for a cycling holiday exploring the coast.
The Times
May 2024
The Dovecot at Reedsford was selected as one of The Times’ favourite new UK cottages for the summer.
The Telegraph
April 2024
The Dovecot at Reedsford was picked as one of The Telegraph’s best places to stay in August.
Luxury London
March 2024
The quirky and cosy Railway Carriage was one of Luxury London’s favourite log cabins with hot tubs in the UK.
The Times
January 2024
The Clock Tower at Bamburgh Castle features in The Times’ list of the best filming locations to visit in the UK.
The Times
December 2023
The chic Samphire Barn and playful Art House are two of the UK’s most rejuvenating post-Christmas escapes.
World of Interiors
December 2023
The fascinating story of the restoration of The Dovecot at Reedsford, a fairytale escape at the foot of the Cheviots.
The Times
December 2023
Stay in The Clock Tower at Bamburgh Castle, picked as one of the most majestic places to visit at Christmas.
The Times
November 2023
The oh-so-stylish North Farm featured in The Times’ pick of the UK’s best party houses for seeing in the New Year.
Homes & Interiors
August 2023
An interview with Emily Smoor, director of Edinburgh’s Fantoush and the interior designer of The Old Rectory.
The Scotsman Magazine
June 2023
A fabulous review of Duneside House, our wonderful beachside retreat right next to Beadnell Bay.
The Home Page
May 2023
Our gorgeous country bolthole, The Old Rectory, was named one of the best historic holiday homes for groups.
The Robb Report
May 2023
Stay in the spectacular Clock Tower or Neville Tower at Bamburgh Castle – set of the newest Indiana Jones film.
The Telegraph
May 2023
Beautiful Rowchester West Lodge and Bay View Cottage were among the 50 best cottages of 2023.
The Telegraph
May 2023
Discover why the off-grid Leyland Barn is one of the top places for a summer retreat.
The Telegraph
April 2023
Enjoying incredible stargazing at The Star Barn was picked as one of the 25 top long weekend getaways.
Marie Claire
March 2023
A superb review of lovely Campsie Cottage, a charming retreat for four ideal for exploring the Scottish Borders.
The Times
February 2023
Leuchie Walled Garden has been named as one of the best party villas to book in Europe.
The Guardian
January 2023
Oat Grass Lodge near Bamburgh was named one of the UK’s best Scandi-style escapes.
The Scotsman
January 2023
Highlighted as one of Scotland’s luxury cabins, discover why The Railway Carriage makes a cosy retreat for two.
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