Holiday rentals in Reading

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Guest favourite
Cabin in Reading
Riverside Log Cabin+Luxury Hot Tub Spa+Copper bath
Charming, riverside log cabin on the bank of the Kennett, overlooking a nature reserve. Privately located in our back garden there is a large open plan room with 2 double sofa beds, sleeping 4, a slate bed pool table & Hi Fi system. There's a luxury en suite bathroom with copper bathtub, shower, basin & WC. There are basic kitchen facilities with kettle, toaster, double hot plate, microwave & grill, sink & refrigerator/freezer. A veranda with 2 bbq's & seats plus lower deck overlook the river.
9–16 AugIndividual Host,
£249 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 302 reviews
Guest favourite
Farm stay in Headbourne Worthy
A Unique Farm Retreat
There’s something magical about The Granary. Set in acres of farmland with spectacular sunrises and sunsets, The Granary brims with rustic charm. A dreamy hideaway with an outdoor copper bath and wood fired hot tub. An idyllic get-away-from-it-all yet only 3 miles to historic Winchester. Soak amid hot water, steam and fresh air surrounded by nature and birdsong, enjoy magnificent sunsets from the ‘Sundowner’ or cosy up toasting marshmallows over the fire pit - a perfect escape to unwind.
30 Sept – 7 OctIndividual Host,
£205 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviews
Guest favourite
Apartment in Reading
Prospect Apartment, 3 Guests, Free Parking & Wi-Fi
Stay BR, welcomes you to work, rest or play in our stylish period apartment, ideally located to explore all Reading and the surrounding area has to offer. Perfect for tourists or business professionals. You will have all the comforts of home, including a well equipped kitchen, free Wi-Fi, access to Netflix, Prime video, Disney+, Discovery and other streaming service apps, as well as a Bluetooth Radio and Wireless Phone Charging. Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located apartment.
28 Nov – 5 DecProfessional Host,
£95 per night
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 80 reviews

Popular amenities for Reading holiday rentals

Stay near Reading's top sights

Madejski Stadium40 locals recommend
The Hexagon54 locals recommend
Sainsbury's49 locals recommend
Broad Street Mall17 locals recommend
University of Reading8 locals recommend
Morrisons11 locals recommend

Other great holiday rentals in Reading

Guest favourite
Apartment in Berkshire
Modernised 2 bedroom flat in a quiet location
6–13 OctIndividual Host,
£115 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 45 reviews
Guest favourite
Home in Reading
Beautiful Coach House
23–30 OctIndividual Host,
£90 per night
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 84 reviews
Guest favourite
Home in Reading
Modern 2 Bedroom with Garden in Reading
21–28 AprIndividual Host,
£144 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews
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Home in Berkshire
Townhouse in Reading
26 Mar – 2 AprIndividual Host,
£133 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews
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Flat in Reading
Smart West Reading apartment: car only parking bay
7–14 JunIndividual Host,
£126 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviews
Guest favourite
Home in Caversham
Stylish house in central Caversham near Reading
8–15 OctIndividual Host,
£119 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviews
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Flat in Reading
Beautiful modern cosy central apartment / sleeps 4
14–21 OctProfessional Host,
£123 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 60 reviews
Guest favourite
Home in Berkshire
Perfect for large Families, Friends & Businesses
24 Nov – 1 DecIndividual Host,
£358 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 99 reviews
Guest favourite
Cabin in Woodley
The Secret garden apartment
26 Oct – 2 NovIndividual Host,
£75 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 75 reviews
Superhost
Home in Reading
3 Beds & Garden Parking Central Reading
31 Dec – 7 JanIndividual Host,
£179 per night
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews
Guest favourite
Apartment in Berkshire
1 Bedroom Flat close to Town Centre, Railway & Bus
15–22 AprIndividual Host,
£57 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviews
Guest favourite
Flat in Berkshire
Oasis, Central Self Contained Flat by CozyNest
30 Oct – 6 NovIndividual Host,
£96 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Reading

Total rentals

980 properties

Wifi availability

950 properties include access to wifi

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

420 properties have a dedicated workspace

Pet-friendly rentals

130 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

350 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

21K reviews

Your guide to Reading

Welcome to Reading

Berkshire’s biggest town has the feel of a city, and an extremely liveable one, with riverside shops and restaurants, vibrant nightlife, and acres of green spaces and urban lakes. Reading owes its 1,400-year history to its prime position where the River Thames meets the River Kennet. The ruins of a 12th-century abbey where Elizabeth I once stayed sit amid the beautifully Victorian Forbury Gardens, which hosts a bustling street food market on Wednesdays.

The nearby Town Hall, with its eye-catching terracotta Gothic design, is home to an eccentric museum collection, including a full-size replica of the Bayeux Tapestry, while just a few minutes’ walk away the parkland of Kings and Christchurch meadows offers refuge from the busy streets. Just to the north of the Thames across a stunning pedestrian bridge is Caversham, whose vast lakes are a hub for watersports and whose leafy surroundings and village vibe reflect the charms of the Berkshire countryside.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Reading

Spring and summer are both lovely times to be by the water, when the parks and surrounding countryside are a rich green and there’s the best chance of a sunny day. In June, there’s the annual Water Fest, with boat displays, trading stalls, and live entertainment along the Kennet and Avon Canal. The town’s arguably most famous for its huge music festival when 100,000 fans descend with their tents, face paint, and full-lunged enthusiasm at the end of August. But this is an energetic town, and there’s always plenty going on all year round. Try booking one of Caversham’s apartments for autumn, when you can walk among the falling leaves, or in winter, when the abbey and Forbury Gardens are illuminated as part of the Christmas celebrations.


Top things to do in Reading

The Thames Lido

These recently restored swimming baths are an absolute gem. Built in 1902 as a ladies’ pool, its Edwardian style has been beautifully restored while also housing saunas, spa rooms, and a restaurant. While the outdoor pool is sheltered from view, small windows allow swimmers to see the green surroundings of Kings Meadow and the Thames towpath as they splash about.

County Lock

The towpath along the Kennet and Avon Canal offers a fascinating urban trail, punctuated by locks and bridges, shops and cafes, and busy wharves whose apartment complexes still preserve some of the area’s former factories and breweries. County Lock is a great place to see boats passing only a stone’s throw from the High Street.

View Island

This tiny nature reserve in the middle of the Thames was once a boatyard. Its four tree-covered acres are now a pleasant retreat and a favourite lunchtime spot for locals. You have to cross the rushing Caversham weir to reach it; wander round the path and you’ll find tree stumps carved into faces, or sit still to be rewarded by some excellent bird-spotting.

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