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A stunning detached farmhouse in the Worcestershire village of Suckley. En-suites. Open plan. Hot tub. Malvern Hills AONB. Malvern 6.5 miles. Ledbury 11.5 miles. (Ref. 966284)

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3 nights from £1990

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A luxurious holiday home resting on the outskirts of Peterstow, Herefordshire. Swimming pool. Dog-friendly. En-suites. Family-friendly. Hot tub. Ross-on-Wye 6.2 miles; Hereford 11.3 miles; Ledbury 16.4 miles; Gloucester 22.1 miles. (Ref. 1120578)

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3 nights from £5199

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
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A large, semi-detached house situated in St Bees, on the west coast of Cumbria. Games room. Hot tub. Enclosed courtyard. Open fire. Whitehaven 4.1 miles; Workington 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1138142)

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3 nights from £2156

  • Sleeps13
  • Bedrooms6
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Buckland House is a beautifully-presented Georgian house resting in Lower Durston near Taunton, Somerset. Access to grounds with tennis court. Pet-friendly. Countryside views. Taunton 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1153269)

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3 nights from £1775

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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This fabulous, four-bedroom barn conversion rests in Chiddingstone Hoath near Markbeech, Kent. In an AONB. Pet-friendly. Open-plan living. Woodburning stove. Marsh Green 4.3 miles; Edenbridge 4.7 miles; Royal Tunbridge Wells 7.7 miles; Crawley 18 miles. (Ref. 1112255)

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3 nights from £912

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.6

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Cosy and homely cottage near Doonbeg. Stone feature fireplace with woodburning stove. Walking distance to beach. Excellent touring base. Doonbeg 3 miles. (Ref. 905820)

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3 nights from £422

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  • Sleeps18
  • Bedrooms9
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Beautiful barn conversion located on the fringes of the Hampshire village of West Tytherley. Enclosed garden. En-suite bedrooms. Open fire. Shop and pub 1.6 miles. (Ref. 1010070)

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3 nights from £2590

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A remarkable three-bedroom holiday home resting in Sandown, on the Isle of Wight. Open-plan. Family-friendly. Close to the beach. Ryde 6.5 miles; Cowes 14 miles; Yarmouth 18.9 miles. (Ref. 1073331)

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3 nights from £514

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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A luxury villa with sea views settled in a quiet part of Gurnard, Isle of Wight. Private hot tub. Underfloor heating. Open-plan living. Cowes 1.5 miles; Newport 4.1 miles. (Ref. 1076006)

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3 nights from £2200

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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A contemporary-styled semi-detached cottage resting in close reach of the beachfront of Llandudno in Wales. Pet-friendly. Two enclosed garden areas. Woodburning stove. Two en-suite bedrooms. Colwyn Bay 5.6 miles. (Ref. 1009324)

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3 nights from £359

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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Hindon Hall is situated near Carbis Bay in Cornwall. Superb setting. Outstanding views. Family-friendly. Dog-friendly. Hayle 1.9 miles. St Ives 3.7 miles. Penzance 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1146084)

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3 nights from £1230

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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A spacious, detached cottage is settled in Partry near Ballinrobe, County Mayo. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Ground-floor living. Westport 15.1 miles; Galway 35.5 miles. (Ref. 1101752)

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3 nights from £773

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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Maybank is a gorgeous, single-storey home resting in Muirshearlich near Caol, Scottish Highlands. Mountain views. Near Caledonian Canal. Enclosed garden. Fort William 4.7 miles; Glencoe 20.9 miles; Fort Augustus 28.5 miles. (Ref. 1139387)

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3 nights from £1160

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.5

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This superb, detached bungalow rests in Iwood near Congresbury, Somerset. Open-plan. Ground-floor living. Enclosed garden. TV in bedrooms. Mendip Hills AONB 7.6 miles; Weston-super-Mare 10.8 miles; Bristol 14.6 miles. (Ref. 1049622)

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3 nights from £463

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
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    4.5

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Doonalton House is a charming, detached, six-bedroom dwelling in Dromore West, County Sligo. Pet-free. Sea views. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Easkey 3.8 miles; Enniscrone 11.9 miles; Ballina 16.8 miles. (Ref. 1151116)

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3 nights from £1102

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
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Spacious detached cottage just outside Ballinrobe. Bright, airy and comfortable. Woodburning stove and open fire. 5 min walk from Lough Mask. Ballinrobe 3 miles. (Ref. 915939)

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3 nights from £998

  • Sleeps2
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    2.8

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A one-bedroom luxury cottage resting in Low Ham near Langport, Somerset. Enclosed garden. Romantic. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Street 8.5 miles; Glastonbury 10.9 miles; Burnham-on-Sea 21 miles. (Ref. 1096369)

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3 nights from £442

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
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Fishermen's Cottage, a traditional, country-style barn conversion in the village of Chawleigh, Devon. Woodburning stove. Countryside. Hot tub. Smart TV. Winkleigh 5.9 miles; Barnstaple 18.4 miles; Exeter 22.1 miles. (Ref. 1110513)

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3 nights from £910

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A sophisticated cottage resting within open countryside views in the idyllic village of Gilsland near Brampton, Cumrbia. Contemporary. Bed with built-in TV. Private garden. Haltwhistle 5.1 miles; Carlisle 18 miles; Hexham 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1044790)

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3 nights from £349

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    3.9

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Situated within the grounds of the Ammerdown Centre near Radstock. Ground floor bedroom, private patio, use of shared grounds. Radstock 2.7 miles. (Ref. 947449)

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3 nights from £564

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This collection of short breaks in the UK offers a fantastic escape to a variety of UK destinations; whether it's a city break in a vibrant location steeped in history, a weekend getaway set in picturesque rolling countryside or a romantic two-night stay by the sea, you can explore the delights of the UK from the comfort of one of these short break holiday cottages.

Why Weekend Breaks? 

Weekend breaks provide you with something to look forward to, all without the need to negotiate time off from work. Spend leisurely Sundays hiking through the UK's untamed landscapes, retreat to the seaside to recharge after a busy week or find solace in a rural village. 

Short breaks are ideal for any occasion! Whether you’re a family in search of adventurous fun near a national park, a group of friends seeking relaxation in a lodge with a hot tub or a couple yearning for a romantic getaway. Choose two-night or three-night stays - whatever takes your fancy!

Places to visit during your Short Break

There are so many wonderful locations to uncover; why not savour a weekend break in Scotland? Amazing sights, a wealth of outdoor activities and historic attractions are just a few highlights here. For even more outdoor fun during your weekend break, we recommend booking a short break in North Wales or a short break in the Lake District

Other must-visit regions offering short breaks in the UK include: 

Cornwall short breaks

Cotswolds short breaks 

Devon short breaks

Dorset short breaks 

Northumberland short breaks 

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Cheshire short breaks 

Derbyshire short breaks 

Hampshire short breaks 

Ireland short breaks 

Isle of Wight short breaks

Kent short breaks

Lancashire short breaks 

Lincolnshire short breaks 

North Yorkshire short breaks 

Pembrokeshire short breaks 

Shropshire short breaks 

Somerset short breaks 

Suffolk short breaks 

Surrey short breaks 

Wiltshire short breaks

Types of Short Breaks & Weekend Breaks 

Want to treat your loved one to a special weekend break? We recommend browsing this hand-picked selection of romantic weekend getaways. Alternatively, enjoy a long weekend away with those who mean most by choosing a bank holiday weekend cottage. If you prefer a secluded holiday, you should explore this array of log cabin weekend breaks or weekend caravan breaks

Browse these cottages for 2-night stays for your next short break, or if you fancy exploring a new place at a slightly quieter time, these midweek breaks will be ideal. If you're looking for a late deal, these last-minute cottages will be ideal.

However, if you want to enjoy a short break during the festive period, these Christmas and New Year short breaks are the perfect choice. Alternatively, get even more out of winter by enjoying a winter short break. If you’d prefer short getaways at a warmer time of year, perhaps these autumn short breaks are a better choice. 

Can’t decide? Check out this broad range of self-catering UK holiday cottages to find the ideal property for you. Book ahead and secure your 2025 break now!