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 spacious, oak-beamed lounge area with sofas, TV, wood burner and dining table.
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3

Swift Cottage is a charming 3-bedroom ground-floor cottage that sleeps 5 and has an outdoor heated pool. The Cottage has an easy-access wet room with rails and a mobility chair, so it is accessible for guests with disabilities. Swift is in the North York Moors National Park. Pets are welcome.

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Aerial view of a large Exmoor farmhouse and farm yard surrounded by fields.
  • Sleeps 10
  • Bedrooms 5

This large country farm cottage on Exmoor has five bedrooms, four bathrooms, numerous reception rooms, a well-equipped games room, a large farmhouse kitchen with an Aga and seating area, plus a formal dining room. All linen, towels, central heating etc., included. Use of tennis court - don't forget your equipment! Plenty of great walking, horse riding, mountain biking, wild swimming and exploring places on Exmoor. Pets are welcome too.

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A row of thatched village cottages overlook trees and flowering bushes on a village green.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

11 The Green is a charming thatched cottage located in the coastal village of Otterton, perfect for those looking for self-catering holidays in East Devon. The village is home to a historic working watermill and offers easy access to local amenities, beaches, clifftop walks, and scenic country lanes. The holiday home boasts a tastefully decorated interior with two cosy bedrooms, a spacious living area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a delightful garden for al fresco dining. It's an ideal base for exploring the beauty of East Devon.

 

 

 

 

 

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Exterior of a flower-decked Cotswold Manor and adjoining barn facing a shingle drive and lawn.
  • Sleeps 10
  • Bedrooms 5

Stourton Manor is a masterfully restored, large rural holiday home in Stourton, blending its Cotswold stone exterior with traditional interior charm and sophistication. The pet-friendly Warwickshire cottage offers two log fires and sits on lovely grounds. Amenities include a yoga studio, gym, tennis court, and cricket net.

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L-shaped exterior of a barn conversion with a gable end of wood-framed glass windows overlooking a large lawn.
  • Sleeps 7
  • Bedrooms 4

Westbrook Barn is a Somerset holiday home situated on the outskirts of the charming village of Evercreech. It is a charming countryside cottage with four well-presented bedrooms spread on either side, a mezzanine area, exposed ceiling beams, a cosy sitting room with a feature fireplace, and an outdoor gazebo.

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A stone-built exterior of a Dorset cottage with a shingle garden protected by an ornate iron fence.
  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 4

The Old Butcher’s Shop in Docking offers a soft palette with dashes of colour in a detached rural cottage just moments from the coast. The large and pet-friendly holiday cottage in Norfolk blends luxury with country charm and features an open fire, a games room and multiple sun-drenched spaces to relax and socialise.

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A double bed with pillows, scatter cushions, bedside tables an lamps.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Bedrooms 1

The Studio is a one-bedroom North Norfolk holiday cottage in East Ruston. It offers a delightful and stylish opportunity for couples to relax and enjoy a peaceful (and cosy) holiday in all seasons, exploring the Norfolk Broads and nearby beaches along the coast. From an EV charger to underfloor heating, you'll find that The Studio is comfortably equipped for all you'll need during your stay, including some eco-friendly features.

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  • Sleeps 2
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Escape to a serene getaway at Woodland Retreat Shepherd's Hut - a beautiful wooden-clad and romantic cottage situated among a forest in Brundish, Suffolk. You can snuggle up in the comfortable and modern space, unwind on the deck, and explore the lush woodland before ending the day around the outdoor fire pit. If you have a horse, you're also welcome to bring it along to enjoy this peaceful rural retreat.

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A stone built cottage overlooks a large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by wide terraces
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Waterfall Cottage is a charming stone cottage with two bedrooms and a terrace that leads to an outdoor heated swimming pool. It is situated in the beautiful South Devon near Ivybridge and surrounded by 26 acres of woodland and lakes. Waterfall Cottage is conveniently located for those wishing to spend days on the beaches of South Devon and those looking to explore Dartmoor National Park.

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