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.

A stone built holiday cottage in Ampleforth with a deck and courtyard containing outdoor seating option.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Ford End Cottage is a delightful rural cottage in the lovely village of Ampleforth in the North York Moors and Coast. Ideally situated for an enjoyable holiday, the pet-friendly cottage offers an open fire, a pleasant garden, light-filled spaces & reminders of its 18th-century origins.

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A large 2-storey Teignmouth holiday home overlooks a shrub-filled garden.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
5

Fluvius is a truly sophisticated cottage sitting atop a hill with expansive views of the River Teign. This large, pet-friendly cottage with a hot tub near Teignmouth promises modern luxury, an open-plan design and extensive gardens with opportunities for al fresco dining—holiday in style on the Devon coast.

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A wooden holiday cottage overlooks a large lawn with outdoor dining furniture.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2
  • Nestled in the picturesque Quantock Hills, you'll find the fantastic Flora's Barn, your perfect getaway for all-season family adventures in the West Somerset countryside. This family-friendly two-bedroom / two-bathroom holiday cottage in Crowcombe sits on a small farm and welcomes pets.
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A light and spacious, lavishly furnished open-plan living area, with original artwork on the walls.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

A distinct coastal vibe permeates Fish and Ships, a contemporary coastal cottage in the heart of Whitby in North Yorkshire. Whitby’s Harbour is a short walk from the apartment, which offers light and airy spaces with abundant natural light, relaxed sophistication, and an open-plan design.

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A thatched country cottage on Dartmoor overlooks its front hedge
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Thorn Cottage, a secluded Chagford holiday let in Dartmoor, beckons with charm. Nestled in a tranquil hamlet, this pet-friendly country cottage features a captivating granite fireplace and a wood-burning stove. Three cosy bedrooms under the thatch offer countryside views. A fenced paddock with a summerhouse adds allure. Chagford's vibrant village, with shops and dining, is nearby. Explore this inviting retreat—your ideal pet-friendly getaway for a truly secluded Dartmoor holiday.

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Exterior of a large stone-built Dales farmhouse with 2 wings, a large lawn and fields all around it.
Sleeps
16
Bedrooms
8

Explore Farm View Hall, a large holiday home in Pateley Bridge, ideal for self-catering holidays in the Yorkshire Dales. With eight bedrooms, stunning views, a hot tub, and pet-friendly accommodation, it's perfect for families or groups. Enjoy the well-equipped kitchen, cosy sitting room with woodburning stove, and convenient amenities. Discover nearby attractions like Brimham Rocks and Harrogate. Book your unforgettable North Yorkshire holiday today!

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Sleeps
3
Bedrooms
1

Filtered Light is a chic, romantic cottage enjoying an enviable position in Taunton, Somerset. The boutique-inspired cottage offers sleek detailing, natural light, open-plan spaces, views over the town’s rooftops, and easy access to Somerset’s many attractions.

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A thatched cottage overlooks a large village green.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Field Cottage and Garden Room are two picturesque rural cottages near Elmley Castle in Worcestershire that can be let as one. Sleeping 4 people in total, both cottages enjoy beautiful gardens and wonderful rural views. Field Cottage boasts a thatched roof and unending charm, while the rustic Garden Room is equally quaint.

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A detached and thatched village cottage overlooks a village green in Worcestershire.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

eld Cottage is a romantic holiday cottage in Worcestershire set on the slopes of Bredon Hill on the outskirts of the village of Elmley Castle. This cottage for couples boasts gorgeous views of unspoilt countryside, a stone thatched holiday home with an inglenook fireplace, wood burner, rolltop bath, and first-floor double bedroom.

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