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A single-storey seaside holiday home positioned near Daliburgh on the Isle of South Uist in the Outer Hebrides. Close to a beach. Remote. Pet-friendly. Eriskay 3.1 miles; Daliburgh 6.9 miles; Lochboisdale 9.7 miles; Lochmaddy 45.7 miles. (Ref. 1110770)

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7 nights from €877

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A contemporary, four-bedroom home resting on the outskirts of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Woodburning stove. Close to beach. Pet-friendly. Near National Park. Enclosed garden. Pickering 17.5 miles; Whitby 18.2 miles; York 39.8 miles. (Ref. 1134476)

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7 nights from €690

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Raphael House is a lovely holiday cottage with extensive sea views in the coastal town of Burry Port, Carmarthenshire. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Kidwelly 4.4 miles; Llanelli 5.3 miles; Carmarthen 13.6 miles. (Ref. 1142898)

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7 nights from €895

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A beautifully-presented, contemporary cottage with far-reaching views of the countryside of Dunstan near Craster, Northumberland. Garden. Woodburning stove. Great views. Embleton 2.2 miles; Alnwick 6.9 miles; Warkworth 11.3 miles. (Ref. 1136895)

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7 nights from €905

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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Swn y Mor is a spacious, detached, pet-friendly holiday home with sea views and a garden, near a beach in the charming Benllech, on the Isle of Anglesey. Beaumaris 9.2 miles; Bangor 11.1 miles; Caernarfon 16.7 miles. (Ref. 1111453)

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7 nights from €669

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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Luxury first floor apartment with stunning views of the River Dart. . Parking. State-of-the-art kitchen. ‘Juliet balcony’ with unspoilt river views. Shops and restaurants, 5 minute walk. (Ref. 1160958)

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7 nights from €1117

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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A luxurious barn-conversion resting near Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire. Dog-friendly. Family-friendly. Character features. Woodburning stove. Grassington 11.7 miles; Ripon 14.7 miles; Harrogate 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1120315)

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7 nights from €1220

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This charming detached white stone cottage rests in the village of Aller, near Langport, in Somerset. Woodburning stoves. Pet-friendly. Bridgwater 10 miles; Yeovil 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1037766)

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7 nights from €1961

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An arresting detached dwelling sitting at the centre of excitement within the town of Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria. Outstanding sea views. Period features. En-suites. Newby Bridge 6.5 miles; Milnthorpe 11 miles; Kendal 13.6 miles. (Ref. 1024036)

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  • Games room

7 nights from €3002

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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This historic holiday cottage rests in Llantilio Pertholey near Mardy, Wales. Traditional interior. Woodburning stove. Private garden with barbecue. WiFi. Mardy 2.3 miles; Monmouth 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1048686)

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7 nights from €689

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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A stylish detached house on the seafront in Rhos-on-Sea, North Wales. Incredible sea views. Modern decor. Well-furnished. (Ref. 936430)

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7 nights from €664

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A contemporary semi-detached bungalow resting in Cemaes Bay, Anglesey. Open-plan. Child-friendly. Hot tub. Amlwch 5 miles; Holyhead 17 miles. (Ref. 1076049)

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7 nights from €710

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
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Beudy Pwll Pridd is a fabulous, family-friendly barn conversion in Bryneglwys near Llangollen, Denbighshire with lovely views, a private hot tub and a barbecue. Ruthin 8.7 miles; Ruthin 15 mins (Ref. 1162911)

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7 nights from €1165

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A beautiful stone cottage resting in Garston near Whiston, Staffordshire. In National Park. Original features. Leek 9.2 miles; Ashbourne 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1026268)

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7 nights from €626

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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A contemporary, four-bedroom home resting in North Dalton near Middleton-on-the-Wolds, East Yorkshire. Stylish. Close to pub. Enclosed garden. Shared swimming pool. Driffield 7.4 miles; Beverley 10.8 miles; York 21.9 miles. (Ref. 1138003)

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7 nights from €740

  • 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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7 nights from €1884

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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This fabulous, two-storey barn conversion rests in Kirk Langley near Brailsford, Derbyshire. Hot tub. Off-road parking. En-suite bedrooms. Ground-floor living. Derby 6.7 miles; Ashbourne 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1079448)

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7 nights from €1480

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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A fabulous ground-floor apartment in St Ives, Cornwall. Decked terrace. Secure barrier parking. Short walk to beach. Carbis Bay 1.2 miles; Penzance 8 miles; Falmouth 26 miles. (Ref. 1074003)

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7 nights from €594

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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Bryn Golau is an attractive, detached stone cottage in Glyn Ceiriog in North Wales. Woodburning stove. Family-friendly. Dog-friendly. Great views. Llangollen 5.2 miles. Wrexham 16.3 miles. Chester 28.5 miles. (Ref. 1149555)

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7 nights from €687

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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The Granary is a stylish detached house with a toasty woodburning stove, hot tub, and accepting pets, resting on the edge of High Legh in Cheshire. Knutsford 7.2 miles; Warrington 7.9 miles; Manchester 19.7 miles; Chester 26.5 miles. (Ref. 1158320)

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  • Games room

7 nights from €2186

Hoping to book a few days away for an unforgettable holiday with your loved ones? If so, then you simply can’t go wrong with booking one of these properties for a weekend away with kids! Whether you’re bringing just the immediate family or you’re longing for a reunion, there’s a family short break suited to everyone! 

Why Family Weekend Breaks in the UK? 

Sometimes, a few days away with those closest to you is just the thing you need! If that sounds familiar, then you’ve come to the right place with this collection of cottages for family weekend breaks in the UK! 

Featuring properties situated all over the country, from the coast to the countryside, they make for amazing places to stay if you’re just looking to book a quick getaway for youself and your loved ones. Complete with all the amenities you’re used to at home, staying in one of these properties will give you the chance to relax and unwind away from the stress of everyday life. 

So, whether you have a location in mind or simply looking to see what’s out there, we’re confident that you won’t be disappointed with one of these cottages for a weekend away with kids. 

Places to Visit on a Weekend Away with Kids 

With so many fantastic places to consider spending a weekend away with kids, you’re bound to find a wonderful destination that’s perfect for the whole family!  

For those of you hoping to stay in the countryside, then the Cotswolds is a fantastic area to choose. Tucked away in the South West of England, it’s a region that boasts tonnes of rural charm and is home to picturesque towns and villages like Bourton-on-the-Water, Castle Combe and Stow-on-the-Wold.  

Not only that, but here you’ll also find loads of family-friendly attractions to visit like the Cotswold Water Park and Westonbirt Arboretum to enjoy during your stay. 

On the other hand, if you’re hoping to stay by the sea, then Northumberland is a brilliant option to consider. Covering over 60 miles North East England's beautiful coastline, here you’ll find quaint towns and villages nestled between its beaches and coastal cliffs.  

With fantastic places to consider visiting like Alnwick, Bamburgh and Berwick-upon-Tweed, it’s one of the country’s best-kept secrets when it comes to family weekend breaks in the UK! 

Other Popular Destinations for Family Weekend Breaks UK: 

Anglesey 

Cornwall 

Derbyshire 

Hampshire 

Isle of Wight 

New Forest 

Norfolk 

North Wales 

North Yorkshire 

Pembrokeshire 

South Wales 

Types of Weekend Breaks 

As well as these properties for family weekend breaks UK, there’s also a full collection of all available properties for short breaks in locations across the country to explore. If you’d prefer to go for a longer getaway then you can also choose from this collection of family holidays in the UK

For couples, we’d highly recommend checking out this collection of romantic weekend breaks. On the other hand, if you’re looking for something a bit different, why not consider one of these weekend lodge breaks or one of these caravan weekend breaks instead? 

If you’re hoping to secure a fantastic deal, be sure to take a look at these cheap weekend breaks too! There are also plenty of holiday parks for families, family lodges and child-friendly holiday cottages for you to choose from.