Consumer champions Which? have rated the best cottage holiday companies in the UK using new data. The survey found that getaway provider Rural Retreats was the most highly favoured when it comes to booking a break. After surveying almost 3,000 people on criteria such as range, price and quality of accommodation, the rental company came out on top. With an overall customer satisfaction score of 87 per cent, Rural Retreats was particularly praised for its high-end stays in peaceful locations. The company has more than 1,000 properties on its roster, from chocolate-box thatched cottages to spots on the beachfront. It received a five-star rating from survey responders for its cleanliness and customer service, with special mention given to its welcome hampers. Not far behind Rural Retreats were The Landmark Trust and National Trust’s cottage offerings, which both scored 86 per cent overall for customer satisfaction.…