Find My Favourite Small Holiday Cottages
The UK has hundreds of tempting 1-2 bedroom small holiday cottages in idyllic coast and country locations – from cosy cottages for couples seeking a romantic getaway to character cottages for a family of four—or two sets of friends. Scroll down to view our selection of small holiday homes sleeping 3-5 guests. Click on the description of any cottage to view its main page and more images.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Waves Apartment is a stunning second-floor seaside holiday apartment in St Ives with beautiful sea views and two balconies. Sleeping four guests and welcoming one dog, this Cornish holiday let is bright, welcoming and perfectly positioned, just a short walk from the harbour.
- Sleeps
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3
Eilean Feoir is a detached and well-equipped Scottish holiday cottage by the beach in the stunning West Coast village of Portuairk in Argyll; tastefully decorated, bright and spacious, it's a perfect rural cottage for a seaside family holiday. The well-equipped, detached holiday home welcomes pets.
- Sleeps
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3
For an unforgettable Hampshire getaway, view Oak Barn, a charming village holiday cottage in Dammerham, perfect for self-catering holidays in the New Forest. This spacious barn conversion offers an open-plan layout, two accessible bedrooms, and a hot tub with scenic views. Discover the historic village of Damerham, just three miles from Fordingbridge. Oak Barn provides a unique blend of modern comfort and rural tranquillity. View the full description for more information.
- Sleeps
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
Sycamore Cottage enjoys expansive views of the Yorkshire Dales due to its upside-down design, which promises couples serenity and seclusion. The stone-built end-terrace holiday home near Hawes boasts a generous garden that pets will love and lies in a secluded rural location in Wensleydale.
- 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, as well as relaxed sophistication and open-plan design.
- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 4
Find a relaxing escape from the bustle of everyday life with a stay at Church Farmhouse, a large holiday cottage in the South Somerset village of Winsham. This child-friendly barn conversion retains the original beams and gorgeous inglenook fireplace and features four upstairs double bedrooms.
- Sleeps
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 2
One of nine countryside cottages that make up Keld Head Farm Cottages and nestled near the foot of rolling moorlands, Pigeon Cote near the market town of Pickering, North Yorkshire, retains much of its original charm and features, with open beamed ceilings and traditional stone fireplace.
- Sleeps
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3
Withycombe is one of 12 4-Star Exmoor Holiday Cottages at Duddings & sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms. It is set in the beautiful Avill valley in the Exmoor National Park, near Dunster & Minehead. Indoor pool & spa bath, games room, tennis court, trampoline, play centre etc. Families & dogs are very welcome.
- Sleeps
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
The Coach House near the seaside village of Porlock Weir, Somerset, is the perfect romantic getaway for two along the Exmoor coast; a small dog-friendly cottage offering gorgeous views of Porlock Bay from the private terrace, stone flagged flooring and an upstairs double bedroom with comfy king-size bed.