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- 6 Guests
- 3 Bedrooms
- Pets Yes
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)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £914
- 10 Guests
- 5 Bedrooms
- Pets No
Edwardian house with pretty grounds overlooking the River Conwy. 5 minute walk to pub and shop. 20 minute drive to amenties, attractions and supermarkets. Woodburning stove, wood fired hot tub. WIFI, Sky, BBQ. (Ref. 1009092)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £1033
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).
- 4 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- Pets Yes
A charming semi-detached cottage resting just outside of the bustling town of Watton, in Norfolk. Gas fire. Enclosed garden. Swaffham 10 miles; Thetford 15 miles. (Ref. 1011379)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Washing machine
3 nights from £308
- 2 Guests
- 1 Bedroom
- Pets Yes
Dove Cottage, a romantic holiday home perched in the parish of Queens Nympton near South Molton, Devon. Countryside views. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Combe Martin 20.7 miles; Ilfracombe 25.7 miles; Woolacombe 25.7 miles. (Ref. 1158664)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £360
- 2 Guests
- 1 Bedroom
- Pets No
This charming single-storey abode resides in Longhorsley near Morpeth, Northumberland. Ground-floor accommodation. Off-road parking. Open-plan. Alnwick 15.7 miles; Newcastle 21.1 miles. (Ref. 1115212)
- Wi-fi
- Electric vehicle charging
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
3 nights from £324
- 2 Guests
- 1 Bedroom
- Pets No
The Loft is a first-floor apartment in Eaton Constantine near Ironbridge, Shrewsbury. Near AONB. Near historic sites. Off-road parking. Countryside. Ironbridge 5.9 miles; Shrewsbury 9 miles; Shropshire Hills AONB 23.9 miles. (Ref. 1144681)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
3 nights from £430
- 6 Guests
- 3 Bedrooms
- Pets No
This single-storey cottage rests in Marston Moretaine near Cranfield, Bedfordshire. TV with Sky. Off-road parking. WiFi. Cranfield 2.3 miles; Milton Keynes 10.2 miles; Bedford 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1053798)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £626
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).
- 4 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- Pets Yes
A charming stone-built cottage nestled on Ty Bwlcyn in Dinas, Gwynedd. Character. TV and Radio. WiFi. Abersoch 7.5 miles; Pwllheli 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1121575)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £444
- 16 Guests
- 8 Bedrooms
- Pets Yes
A fantastic, semi-detached three-storey holiday home resting in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Hot tub. Games room. Near the beach. Pickering 17.7 miles; Whitby 18.8 miles. (Ref. 1062531)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
3 nights from £1376
- 14 Guests
- 7 Bedrooms
- Pets No
Church View, a stunning townhouse resting in the bustling seaside town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Close to a beach. Hot tub. Historic features. Bridlington 16.4 miles; Whitby 20 miles; Staithes 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1123864)
- Wi-fi
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £1700
- 9 Guests
- 5 Bedrooms
- Pets Yes
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)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £1480
- 4 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- Pets No
A sympathetically converted barn on the outskirts of Uploders near Bridport in Devon. Open-plan. Stylish. Woodburning stove. Uploders 0.9 miles; Bridport 2.8 miles; West Bay 4.2 miles Lyme Regis 13.3 miles. (Ref. 1106581)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £658
- 11 Guests
- 5 Bedrooms
- Pets No
An outstanding barn conversion resting on the outskirts of Llanrhaeadr-Ym-Mochnant. Exceptional mountain views. En-suite bedrooms. Hot tub. WiFi. Lake Vyrnwy 10.7 miles; Bala 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1049341)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
3 nights from £1321
- 2 Guests
- 1 Bedroom
- Pets Yes
A luxurious converted Shepherd’s hut resting in Metfield near Harleston, Suffolk. Couple’s retreat. Rural location. Harleston 5.1 miles; Framlingham 13.3 miles; Southwold 16.6 miles (Ref. 1138687)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
3 nights from £470
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).
- 10 Guests
- 5 Bedrooms
- Pets Yes
This remarkable three-storey property rests in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. En-suites. Filey 6.7 miles; Whitby 20.3 miles; York 40.6 miles. (Ref. 1049697)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £1019
- 8 Guests
- 4 Bedrooms
- Pets Yes
A fabulous, detached house resting in Whixall near Wem, Shropshire. Superfast WiFi. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Whitchurch 6.6 miles; Shrewsbury 15.5 miles; Oswestry 15.7 miles. (Ref. 1066187)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £922
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- 5 Guests
- 3 Bedrooms
- Pets Yes
Tannery Cottage is an inviting terrace cottage situated in the town of Much Wenlock, Shropshire. Child-friendly. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Bridgnorth 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1145739)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
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3 nights from £664
- 6 Guests
- 3 Bedrooms
- Pets No
A wonderful base for exploring Lake Windermere and Bowness, this contemporary residence offers spectacular views across the lake to the fells beyond. (Ref. 1042067)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £615
- 25 Guests
- 13 Bedrooms
- Pets Yes
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)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
3 nights from £3681
- 14 Guests
- 6 Bedrooms
- Pets No
Merddwr is a striking stone-built property with a hot tub and toasty woodburning stoves, boasting exceptional countryside views in Glasfryn, Conwy. Betws-y-Coed 10.5 miles; Bala 13.6 miles. (Ref. 1074419)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
3 nights from £1885
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.