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
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
La’l Tethera is a cosy and welcoming modern apartment offering couples an ideal base for a holiday in Ambleside. The romantic cottage lies close to the main attractions of Ambleside and promises contemporary comforts, open-plan design and proximity to the delights of Cumbria and The Lakes District.
- Sleeps
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
Lighthouse is a true beachside getaway. The romantic holiday cottage on the shores of Praa Sands in Cornwall offers couples a cosy, light-filled escape with vibrant design features and impressive furnishings. The four-poster bed adds a touch of luxury, and the open-plan space enjoys ample windows.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Cornish Clotted Cream is a beautiful rural holiday cottage in Trethawle, an attractive village between Bodmin Moor and Cornwall's south coast. It offers whitewashed stone walls and spacious grounds in Trethawle, Cornwall. The pet-friendly cottage boasts a large lawned garden, a delightful sitting-out area, a well-appointed interior with wooden floors, an open-plan design and a wood burner.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Nobby’s combines the coast with the country. The pet-friendly coast and country cottage in is situated on East Thorne Farm in the North Cornwall countryside near Bude. This comfortable cottage offers families a an adventure playground, an indoor games room, spa, a campfire and lovely rural walks.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
This charming holiday cottage in Derbyshire is a beautifully restored stone terraced cottage, just a few minutes from the centre of Bakewell in the heart of the Peak District, sleeping up to four guests. Pets welcome
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Falmouth plays host to Marine Cottage, a gorgeous Grade II listed 18th Century house in the heart of the charming Cornish town. The seaside cottage features luxurious detailing, an open fire, and a sun-drenched courtyard that captures views of the seaside a short stroll away.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
This comfortable family cottage on a working farm near Beaminster sleeps six in two bedrooms. It has a sunny conservatory, cosy spaces, farm-fresh eggs, and an open fire. The farm lies on the borders of Dorset and Somerset, within easy reach of Beaminster and the Jurassic Coast.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Heather Cottage is a delightful and modern mid-terrace cottage in the charming village of Gillamoor in Yorkshire. The characterful cottage boasts exposed beams and a wood-burning stove, as well as a vibrant furnished garden, open-plan spaces, contemporary comforts and easy access to stunning vistas.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
Country Idyll is a charmingly elegant rural cottage in a rural location near Grantham. The stone-built Lincolnshire cottage enjoys tranquillity and is surrounded by beautiful countryside and a lovely garden with pleasant views. It promises ornate furnishings, plus outdoor spaces and a log fire.