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.

Exterior of a brick-built country cottage with a patio dining set on its courtyard.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Country Idyll is an elegant rural cottage located close to Grantham. It is built with beautiful stone and surrounded by picturesque countryside and a lovely garden that offers delightful views. The cottage features ornate furnishings and boasts outdoor spaces along with a cosy log fire, promising a tranquil and comfortable stay.

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Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

The Brambles is a single-bedroom holiday cottage in Dorset, ideal for couples or lone travellers. It is situated between the seaside town of Weymouth and Abbotsbury, famous for its swans. It is set in stunning farmland which overlooks the Dorset Coast and the Chesil Beach. Fantastic walks straight from the door of the cottage.

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An extended holiday bungalow backed by mature trees with a spacious patio equipped for outdoor dining.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Spring Water Barn is a luxurious romantic cottage set on 20 acres of beautiful grounds on the Bonython Estate. Set near Helston in Cornwall, the sophisticated cottage offers stunning gardens and private outdoor spaces, as well as contemporary style, a wood-burning stove, exposed beams and serenity.

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Exterior of a brick-built, 3-storey seaside town house with a small front garden.
Sleeps
18
Bedrooms
9

Elwin House is a large Victorian townhouse just 200m from the beach in Cromer. This pet-friendly holiday cottage in North Norfolk makes an ideal base for memorable group holidays and celebrations with its ocean views, sea breeze and an interior that boasts comfort and period features.

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Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Part of a brand-new luxury apartment complex in the heart of Woolacombe, Devon, 2 Middlecombe is an accessible two-bedroom, pet-friendly apartment home offering sumptuous accommodation along the North Devon coast. It features a private patio and open-plan living space. Guests enjoy access to an indoor pool and sauna.

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Wood and glass panelled exterior of a luxury Watchet holiday cottage
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Welcome to Pebble Lodge, a contemporary holiday haven near Watchet on the captivating West Somerset coast. Our pet-friendly accommodation is tailor-made for couples seeking a delightful self-catering retreat, providing a serene escape for up to four guests within two charming bedrooms. With its enclosed decking area and private parking, Pebble Lodge offers a delightful blend of comfort and convenience, nestled in close proximity to both the beach and the picturesque countryside. It's an ideal choice for those seeking relaxation or adventure along the Exmoor coastline.

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A Lighthouse complex on a clifftop with panoramic ocean views.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Panoramic ocean views stretch before Verity Cottage, a sophisticated coastal cottage within Trevose Head Lighthouse. The coast of Cornwall lies on either side of the cottage, which boasts outdoor entertaining spaces, contemporary comfort, light and airy design, the chance to get away from it all with more clean, fresh, revitalising air than you could shake a windsock at.

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Exterior of a single storey barn conversion with a pair of floor-to-ceiling French doors  overlooking a shingled courtyard with flower troughs.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

The Old Stables is a luxurious country cottage located in Gastard, Wiltshire, and is situated on an acre of grounds. The cottage is detached and can accommodate eight people. It offers seclusion, fresh country air, and beautiful views of the surroundings from the fully furnished gardens. The interior of the cottage features a log fire and is designed with an open-plan layout and contemporary style.

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2-storey stone-built cottage overlooking a shrub-lined lawn.
Sleeps
5
Bedrooms
2

West House is an 18th-century, stone-built, semi-detached rural cottage set among beautiful grounds near Middleton-in-Teesdale, in the Yorkshire Dales. The traditional exterior houses a contemporary interior with touches of yesteryear, an open fire, and spectacular views from all vantage points.

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