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 to book for weekend or midweekbreaks 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 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 range of properties includes cottages with luxuries, such as heated swimming pools, to ensure an unforgettable stay. Weekend breaks with hot tubs are also highly recommended. Simply 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.

A barn conversion to create a holiday cottage in Abersoch: a wramp leasds to a wooden deck with outdoor seating and an entrance to this stone-built property with rural and sea views.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

The Grain Store possesses all the charm of a stone-built 19th-century grain store and offers superb views of the sea and Cader Idris from its lush garden. The pet-friendly property spoils guests with exposed beams and contemporary facilities and lies just moments from lovely Abersoch in North Wales.

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A thatched Hampshire holiday cottage sits behind a flowering hedgerow in the countryside.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
3

3-Bedroom, Pet-Friendly New Forest Holiday Home Near Lymington

Forest Cottage, ideal for self-catering holidays in the New Forest, invites you to a charming retreat. Nestled in a fabulous location, this detached thatched cottage exudes character with exposed beams and a peaceful garden. Sleeps five in three bedrooms, providing a quaint escape for families and couples. Direct forest access is perfect for New Forest walking holidays. Explore nearby attractions like Beaulieu Village, Lymington, and Bucklers Hard. Immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the New Forest—book your stay for a delightful holiday experience.

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Single storey exterior of a restored Station Masters cottage.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Accessible by train, Station Masters Cottage is a large holiday home in Worcestershire. It combines modern amenities with characterful charm and offers three bedrooms with en-suites, a cosy sitting room with a wood-burning stove, and a spacious kitchen/diner. The enclosed garden with a barbecue is perfect for family gatherings. At the same time, its proximity to local attractions like the Severn Valley Railway and Wyre Forest National Nature Reserve ensures an unforgettable getaway. Explore further for complete details.

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Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
1

Holly Bush is a charming romantic cottage on a working farm in the hamlet of Luntley near Leominster in Herefordshire. Replete with exposed beams, trusses and original features, the rural cottage boasts undeniable charm, contemporary comforts, generous outdoor spaces and blissful tranquillity.

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A large rural cottage with 3 terraces, gardens and a hot tub
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
5

Watersend is a quiet and luxurious holiday home with a hot tub located in Watergate Bay on the stunning Cornish coast. With bi-fold doors that provide breathtaking views of the sea, a cinema room, and four en-suite bedrooms, this spacious vacation rental is perfect for family holidays and short getaways. Additionally, it offers ample, off-road parking space, making it convenient for multiple guests with vehicles. Book now for an unforgettable coastal retreat in Cornwall!

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Double-fronted cottage exterior overlooks a quiet village street.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Syms Cottage is a characterful rural holiday cottage in Cutcombe which boasts wide-reaching views of the Somerset countryside and an inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove and bread oven. The pet-friendly Exmoor holiday cottage blends contemporary style with country charm and offers walks direct from its front door.

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2-Storey House with 2 small wings overlooks a lawn and walled garden.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Two Lower Spire Cottage is an Exmoor holiday cottage in the Liscombe Valley near Dulverton with beautiful rural views and within easy reach of open moorland for lovely walks. The pet-friendly three-bedroom cottage sleeps six.

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Large Exmoor holiday cottage overlooks a spacious lawn and drive with a wooden 5-bar gate.
Sleeps
9
Bedrooms
5

Middle Stolford Cottage is a lovely farmhouse in the Brendon Hills of Somerset. This charming pet-friendly cottage offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful views of the countryside and fresh air. The cottage features many original details, including a wood-burning fireplace and a tennis court. Moreover, it is located just a stone's throw away from the coast and within easy reach of The Quantock Hills and Exmoor—perfect for day trips.

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Semi detached 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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