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Plas Glyndwr, a grand, detached abode nestled in the rural outskirts of Cwmdu near Crickhowell in Brecknockshire. Hot tub. Indoor pool. In National Park. Brecon 13.1 miles. (Ref. 916123)

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3 nights from £2361

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
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    4.8

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Luxurious 5 star contemporary property. Games room. Indoor swimming pool. WiFi. Stunning views. Five en-suite bedrooms, one family bathroom. Large sitting room and generous sitting/dining room/kitchen. (Ref. 993982)

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3 nights from £3309

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A fresh annexe studio near the village of Pentraeth on the Isle of Anglesey in North Wales. Open plan. Disabled access. En-suite bedroom. (Ref. 967535)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £361

  • Sleeps33
  • Bedrooms14
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    4.6

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This stunning historic manor nestles in the heart of Milton on Stour, Dorset. Woodburner. Enclosed garden. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Shaftesbury 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1026929)

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3 nights from £4936

  • Sleeps25
  • Bedrooms13
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    4.7

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A stunning Edwardian house in Bardsea with hot tub, sauna, woodburner, WiFi, en-suite bedrooms, mature grounds. Close to Ulverston, coast and Lake District National Park. (Ref. 918339)

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3 nights from £3681

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A single-storey annexe lying on the luscious outskirts of Llangollgen in North Wales. Single-storey. Open-plan living. Countryside views. Romantic. Private terrace with furniture. Ruthin 17.2 miles; Mold 23.1 miles; Chester 24.9 miles. (Ref. 1110492)

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3 nights from £336

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    4.8

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Stylish, semi-detached cottage in the village of Aberffraw on the Isle of Anglesey. Mezzanine en-suite bedroom. Amenities walking distance. Pet-friendly. (Ref. 945970)

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3 nights from £441

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    4.6

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A terraced cottage situated in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Close to a beach. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Charmouth 3 miles; Seaton 8.1 miles; Devon 37.4 miles. (Ref. 1105756)

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3 nights from £819

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  • Bedrooms3
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This delightful, three-bedroom holiday home rests in Whitby, North Yorkshire. Close to amenities. Near a beach. Near a National Park. Open plan. Robin Hood's Bay 5.4 miles; Scarborough 18.5 miles; Pickering 20.6 miles. (Ref. 1137614)

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3 nights from £521

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  • Sleeps15
  • Bedrooms6
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    4.6

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A superb, detached coastal cottage with luxury, open plan living accommodation a short stroll from Red Wharf Bay. En-suites. Two woodburners. WiFi. Secluded patio with hot tub. Beaumaris 6 miles. (Ref. 919855)

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3 nights from £1937

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A generously-sized, three-bedroom holiday home in St. Twynnells near Pembroke, Pembrokeshire. Woodburning stove. Countryside views. Pet-friendly. Bedrooms with en-suites. Open-plan. Pembroke 4.4 miles; Tenby 13.6 miles; Haverfordwest 15 miles. (Ref. 1108927)

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3 nights from £914

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms3
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A characterful three-bedroom cottage resting rurally in Ballymacarbry, County Waterford. Rural. Family-friendly. Open fire. Clonmel 11.6 miles; Waterford 32.4 miles. (Ref. 1118815)

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3 nights from £677

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    4.7

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White Lilac Cottage is a delightful, mid-terrace cottage resting in Brynsiencyn, Anglesey. Underfloor heating. Multi-fuel stove. Two enclosed courtyards. Bangor 8.4 miles; Beaumaris 10.1 miles; Caernarfon 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1151985)

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3 nights from £376

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
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Malthouse Farm is a stunning farmhouse located in the town of Heacham in Norfolk. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Close to local amenities. Near the coast. Hunstanton 3 miles; Fakenham 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1159605)

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3 nights from £1480

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A pretty ground-floor cottage, nestled close to the market town of Langport. Open-plan living. Family-friendly. Pet-friendly. Langport 4 miles; Glastonbury 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1042359)

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3 nights from £441

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  • Bedrooms9
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    4.5

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This brilliant, nine-bedroom manor rests in Flamborough, East Riding of Yorkshire. Close to a beach. In a Nature Reserve. Bedrooms with en-suites. Off-road parking. Large. Bridlington 5.4 miles; Filey 12.5 miles; Scarborough 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1125146)

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3 nights from £2651

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    4.9

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A delightful barn conversion resting on the edge of Axminster, Devon. Open-plan. Dog-friendly. Romantic. Enclosed patio. Wadbrook 4.2 miles; Charmouth 4.2 miles; Lyme Regis 4.5 miles; Seaton 7.6 miles. (Ref. 1125898)

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3 nights from £408

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes
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Colliers Barn is a charming rural holiday home with a garden and barbecue, resting on the outskirts of Ballycastle in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Giant’s Causeway 14.8 miles. (Ref. 1159667)

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3 nights from £956

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    4.9

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Delightful, single-storey converted cowshed situated in Porkellis near Helston, Cornwall. Peaceful location. Off-road parking. Ideal for couples. Dog Friendly Porthleven 8.1 miles; Falmouth 9 miles; Penzance 17.9 miles. (Ref. 1008677)

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3 nights from £330

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    4.9

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A traditional single-storey holiday home nestled on the outskirts of Alston, Lancashire. Wet room. Large garden. Gas fire. Ribchester 4.9 miles; Preston 6.2 miles. (Ref. 1078869)

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3 nights from £384

If you’re hoping to book your next break on the fly, then why not treat yourself to a stay at one of these last-minute cottages and explore the beautiful landscapes of the UK? Offering a hassle-free option for a getaway, these last-minute holiday cottages are sure to impress all types of holiday-goers, no matter what you’re hoping to get up to on your next staycation! 

Why last-minute Holiday Cottages? 

If you’re hoping to secure your next staycation but haven’t planned or booked anything yet, then you’ve come to the right place for last-minute holidays in the UK! Featuring a hand-picked selection of the best properties with late availability scattered across the British Isles, each one offers a high level of flexibility and makes for a great alternative to going abroad.  

After all, why deal with all the stress of airport security when you can jump in the car or on the train to one of these last-minute cottages? And on top of all that, what’s best about booking cottages for last-minute holidays is that you’re more than likely to bag a great deal, as many of these last-minute cottages are reduced in price compared to booking in advance.  

For plenty of ideas on what to get up to during your last-minute holiday in the UK, be sure to read our fantastic UK Travel Guide

Places to visit during last-minute Holidays 

Even if you’re trying to book the perfect getaway on a tight schedule, there’s an abundance of fantastic places to go for a last-minute holiday in the UK. Whether you fancy a last-minute holiday in Wales or a last-minute holiday in Scotland, there’s no shortage of fantastic options to consider. Not only that, but there’s also plenty of opportunity to book a last-minute holiday in Ireland too, for those of you looking to venture across the Irish Sea for your next staycation!  

Starting with England, the largest and most populous country in the UK, there’s no shortage of amazing regions and national parks where you can book one of these last-minute holiday cottages. With some of the most popular regions being places like the Lake District, the Cotswolds, Cornwall and the Yorkshire Dales, each offers their own unique rural charm and character and make for wonderful places to consider spending a last-minute UK holiday. 

Alternatively, Wales can also make for a brilliant location for booking last-minute holiday cottages. Boasting a host of beautiful national parks like Snowdonia, the Brecon Beacons and Cardigan Bay, here you’ll find miles of golden sandy beaches, lush countryside and some of Britain’s tallest peaks. What’s best is that many of the country’s best regions can be easily reached from England, making it a wonderful place to consider going on a last-minute holiday in the UK if you’re based just across the border. 

Situated in the northern reaches of the British Isles is Scotland, another fantastic place to consider booking one of these last-minute cottages, especially if you’re after a secluded break away from the stresses of everyday life. Home to the enchanting Highlands that’s home to natural landmarks like Ben Nevis, the tallest mountain in the British Isles. Other amazing regions include the Scottish Islands, famous for their white sandy beaches and natural beauty. 

On the other hand, if you’re happy to venture a bit further away from home, then Ireland can make for an unforgettable place to consider booking one of these last-minute holiday cottages. Easily reachable from the UK via flight or ferry, this rural country boasts many properties to consider booking, dotted around stunning regions like the Wild Atlantic Way and the mountains of County Wicklow to name just a couple. 

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Types of last-minute Holidays 

Whatever you want from your last-minute holidays, you'll be sure to find the ideal property to book from this selection of thousands! 

If a break with a little opulence is on the agenda, then we’d highly recommend choosing one of these last-minute hot tub breaks, perfect if you’re looking for a property where you can truly relax and unwind after a busy day. Prefer something more rustic? If so, then take a look at this array of last-minute log cabins... or combine the two and treat yourselves to breathtaking views from the comfort of a last-minute lodge with a hot tub!  

Or if you're simply hoping to get away from the office for a few days to get stuck into some important tasks, why not consider a workcation? And for those of you hoping for a classic staycation experience, then one of these last-minute holiday park breaks would be perfect as well. You can also choose from these last-minute weekend breaks. Failing that, our complete collection of all available self-catering holiday cottages will be sure to help you out even further.