Cottages on a promenade look over a sandy South Devon beach.

View My Favourite Holiday Cottages For Weekend and Short Breaks

From large country homes to cosy holiday cottages for couples, we have a wide range of holiday lets available for booking weekend or midweek breaks in the UK. There is nothing quite like enjoying a last-minute spring break with friends or family in the countryside, which is why we offer superb cottages that are bookable for short stays. Browse our holiday cottages for short breaks to discover properties in many of the UK’s most spectacular destinations, including Cornwall and Devon, the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales, the Norfolk Broads, the mountains and coasts of Wales, and the Highlands of Scotland.

Weekend or Midweek breaks are an excellent way to unwind. Our properties include cottages with luxuries, such as heated swimming pools, to ensure an unforgettable stay. Weekend breaks with hot tubs are also highly recommended. Browse our selection of cottages with hot tubs. Whether you want to take a spring break in a city, you have always wanted to visit or a weekend break in winter by the sea, you will find the perfect cottage.

Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Thatchers Cottage, sleeping up to six, is one of seven North Devon holiday cottages at Muddlebridge House, near Barnstaple. With an indoor swimming pool and two-acre garden, it is ideally situated for surfing, cycling, golf and fishing holidays - (in between days on the many nearby beaches). Pets welcome.

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Semi-detached Exmoor country cottage with conservatory and lawned garden.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Blagdon Cottage is an elegant and isolated Exmoor holiday cottage in Wheddon Cross. It offers ample grounds with country views, a lovely garden, wooden panelling, an open-plan design, a delightful sunroom and the peaceful tranquillity that comes from its rural location high up on Exmoor. The large semi-detached cottage welcomes pets and sleeps 7/8 people.

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Single-storey, ivy-clad country cottage in front of woodland trees.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Are you looking for a luxurious getaway in the beautiful Exmoor National Park? Look no further than Birch Cleave Stables. Newly refurbished, this charming country cottage offers comfort and luxury for 2-4 adults, plus up to 2 dogs! If you've got horses, don't worry because the cottage also includes two stables. You can also take advantage of the convenient access to the footpaths and bridleways, perfect for exploring.

Experience the best of Exmoor with Birch Cleave Stables. With its luxurious amenities and convenient access to outdoor activities, you'll have an unforgettable stay. Book your stay at Birch Cleave Stables today and make the most of your getaway in the Exmoor National Park.

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A large Cotswold barn conversion to form a holiday cottage in open countryside.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
4

Rambler's Barn is a charming rural barn situated on 21 acres of fields in Gloucestershire. This beautiful pet-friendly holiday cottage is located in Moreton-in-the-Marsh and boasts a lovely Cotswold stone exterior, which complements its stunning garden. With three bedrooms, a sophisticated log fire, contemporary amenities, and a separate annexe, this tranquil cottage provides the perfect rural retreat.

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Pendeen lighthouse holiday cottages in a clifftop location
Sleeps
3
Bedrooms
2

Argus Cottage is a unique coastal cottage set inside Pendeen Lighthouse atop the cliffs of Pendeen. The pet-friendly cottage boasts stunning ocean views and an abundance of wildlife, as well as a generously sized, furnished garden, contemporary design features, a sea breeze and access to the Cornwall coast and South West Coast Path.

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An open plan lounge with sofas, TV and a dining table and chairs.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Orchard View is a charming rural retreat nestled in the picturesque village of Goodleigh, North Devon. This newly refurbished two-bedroom cottage on a working farm has been thoughtfully designed to provide complete accessibility—step into the welcoming open-plan living area, complete with a cosy wood-burning stove and a contemporary kitchen. The ground-floor bedroom and ensuite have been carefully crafted to be wheelchair-friendly, ensuring that everyone can enjoy their stay to the fullest. With its proximity to Exmoor, Barnstaple, and a host of scenic footpaths, idyllic villages, and stunning beaches, Orchard View offers an ideal base for creating unforgettable memories in the heart of nature. Find out more about this enchanting countryside haven and start planning your perfect stay today.

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Large stone-built rural cottage exterior with a spacious lawn.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

A beautiful hillside traditional stone-built end terraced house in the Peak District village of Bakewell, River Cottage has been thoughtfully renovated to a high standard and sleeps up to four people. Pets welcome.

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A neatly presented, double-fronted cottage on a quiet road corner in Dartmouth.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Beautiful 2-bedroom, pet-friendly Dartmouth holiday cottage in the heart of Dartmouth for romantic retreats (with or without a little one!). A light, airy and colourful Lake Victoria Cottage lies just off the Market Square, a short stroll to the Quayside and many excellent shops, restaurants and bars.

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A stone-built country cottage for couples overlooks a large and sunny lawn.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Worthy Cottage is a romantic Exmoor holiday cottage for couples in Porlock Weir. The ‘gatehouse’ cottage welcomes pets and enjoys ocean views, a generous lawned garden, an interior blending tradition with style, an open-plan design and a wood-burning stove.

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