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Your UK & Ireland search returned 11,231 cottages
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
This refurbished townhouse is set in the heart of Broadway, Worcestershire and described as the jewel of the Cotswolds! .WiFi. Pet-friendly. Period features. Stow 14 miles. (Ref. 1000430)
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £765
- Sleeps10
- Bedrooms5
- PetsNo
Bay Horse Farm is a semi-detached farmhouse situated in an idyllic farm setting on the edge of Skipton, North Yorkshire. Open fire. Alpacas and pigs on-site. Walking location. Grassington 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1128124)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £1173
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
Archie's, a charming, two-bedroom holiday home rests in Minehead, Somerset. Close to amenities and beach. Near a National Park. Designated parking. Taunton 23 miles; Bridgwater 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1155233)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
3 nights from £446
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsYes
An outstanding, boho-style shepherd's hut situated in the village of Head's Nook on the outskirts of Brampton near Carlisle. Private hot tub. Wood burning stove. Secluded setting. Carlisle 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1049869)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
3 nights from £531
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
A beautiful ground-floor cottage tucked away on a quiet country lane in the village of North Reston near Louth. Idyllic setting. Woodburning stove. Quiet location. Mablethorpe 10.5 miles; Lincoln 31.8 miles. (Ref. 989856)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £401
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsYes
Springwell Apartment, a pleasant, first-floor holiday apartment nestled in Ide, Devon. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Near Exeter. Near a National Park. Shillingford Abbot 1.9 miles; Exminster 4.3 miles; Topsham 9.6 miles. (Ref. 1151038)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Washing machine
3 nights from £436
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- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
A wonderful, three-bedroom holiday home resting in Tideswell, Derbyshire. Woodburning stove. Garden. Close to amenities. Buxton 9.1 miles; Bakewell 7.6 miles. (Ref. 1060161)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Baby-friendly
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15% off - Fri 17th Jan to 24th Jan 2025
3 nights from £630
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
The Old Brewhouse is a beautiful stone cottage situated in the centre of the market town of Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Moreton-in-Marsh 6.4 miles; Stratford-upon-Avon 11.9 miles. (Ref. 1137063)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £458
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsNo
A charming, single storey cottage nestled on a touring caravan site in the village of Goxhill near Barrow-upon-Humber, Lincolnshire. Enclosed courtyard. Hot tub. Romantic dwelling. Scunthorpe 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1079217)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
3 nights from £400
- Sleeps5
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
A delightful, semi-detached traditional cottage. Three bedrooms. Finished with a nautical theme. Sea views. Allihies 5 miles. (Ref. 13491)
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Washing machine
3 nights from £265
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
A luxurious detached cottage, surrounded by countryside. Hot tub, woodburning stove, two en-suite bedrooms, media room, games room, conservatory. Stunning views. Conwy 7.8 miles. (Ref. 920258)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £931
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
This lovely, studio-style lodge rests in Capel Garmon near Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy. Hot tub. Smart TV. Open plan. In a National Park. Llanrwst 4.7 miles; Blaenau Ffestiniog 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1127857)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
3 nights from £450
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsYes
This charming annex rests in Bradworthy, Devon. Woodburning stove. Romantic. Large grounds and wildlife lake. Off-road parking. Kilkhampton 5.9 miles; Holsworthy 8.1 miles; Bude 11.7 miles. (Ref. 1097502)
- Wi-fi
- Washing machine
3 nights from £367
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- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
Craig Yr Ronwy is a well-positioned, detached home with lakeside views in Capel Celyn near Bala, Gwynedd. Family-friendly. Pet-friendly. In National Park. Corwen 18.9 miles; Betws-y-Coed 19 miles; Dolgellau 22.6 miles; Llangollen 28.6 miles. (Ref. 1013727)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
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£447 off - Sat 4th Jan to 11th Jan 2025
3 nights from £627
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
Terraced character cottage, close to beach, pier, promenade and the Great Orme. Two bathrooms. Woodburner in sitting room. Garden. WiFi. Many places of interest close by. Theatre 15 min walk. Conwy 4 miles. (Ref. 920844)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £618
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
An outstanding holiday home close to Charmouth in Dorset. Woodburning stove. Open-plan. Family-friendly. Sea views. Charmouth 0.2 miles; Lyme Regis 3.2 miles; Seaton 11 miles; Sidmouth 19.4 miles. (Ref. 1106546)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £696
- Sleeps10
- Bedrooms5
- PetsNo
A remarkably finished 3-storey barn conversion just outside the delightful in Clocaenog North Wales. Luxury cottage. Spa block outside. Breathtaking Denbighshire views. (Ref. 923017)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
3 nights from £1416
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsNo
A delightful, reverse-level holiday home sitting in Whitby, North Yorkshire. Near the coast and beach. Romantic. Open-plan. Robin Hood's Bay 5.9 miles; Scarborough 20 miles; Pickering 20.9 miles. (Ref. 1101986)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £345
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
An idyllic holiday home near Churchinford, Somerset. Dog-friendly. Single-storey. Countryside views. Washing machine. Yarcombe 7.9 miles; Taunton 8.7 miles; Axminster 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1122892)
- Wi-fi
- Electric vehicle charging
- Swimming pool
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £429
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
Great house on the edge Criccieth, with the local amenities and beaches within a short walk. Wood burning stove. Tv & DVD and WIFI (Ref. 1008758)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £1229
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 take in breath-taking 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. Failing that, our complete collection of all available self-catering holiday cottages will be sure to help you out even further.