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A 14th century property resting in the centre of Rhuddlan. Two pets welcome. WiFi. Woodburning stove. Llandudno 16.9 miles; Conwy 17 miles (Ref. 1038899)

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3 nights from £575

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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A contemporary, duplex apartment resting in Guisborough, North Yorkshire. Near National Park. Close to amenities. Stylish. Woodburning stove. Central location. Saltburn-by-the-Sea 5.4 miles; Staithes 13.5 miles; Whitby 21.5 miles. (Ref. 1086819)

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3 nights from £402

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes
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Fleming House is a traditional Victorian cottage rests in the seaside town of Cowes, on the Isle of Wight. Enclosed garden. Open fire. Close to shop and pub. East Cowes 0.9 miles; Newport 4.7 miles. (Ref. 1129757)

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3 nights from £500

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Cider Press Cottage is a wonderful cottage situated on the edge of an historic and peaceful village. Woodburning stove. Private terrace. Off-road parking. Bristol 13.1 miles; Glastonbury 20.4 miles. (Ref. 988857)

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3 nights from £677

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Delightful townhouse close to the centre of Wells city. Two bedrooms, off road parking, enclosed garden, WiFi. Many things to see and do close by. Glastonbury 6 miles. (Ref. 930976)

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3 nights from £380

  • Sleeps4
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The Stocks, a pleasant first-floor apartment located in the town of Newton-Le-Willows in Merseyside. Single-storey. Designated parking space. Smart TV. Warrington 5.1 miles; Liverpool 18.2 miles; Manchester 17.6 miles (Ref. 1159161)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £365

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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108 Longden Coleham, a stunning house nestled in the town of Shrewsbury in Shropshire. Terraced. Riverside views. Near Shropshire Hills National Landscape. Shawbury 8.7 miles; Shropshire Hills National Landscape 17.4 miles. (Ref. 1153325)

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3 nights from £431

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A renovated 19th century mill worker’s cottage resting in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Family-friendly. Rooftop terrace. Garden. Charmouth 3 miles; Seaton 8 miles; Devon 37.3 miles. (Ref. 1106599)

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3 nights from £403

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A charming townhouse situated in the village of Richmond in North Yorkshire. Wood burner. Characterful location. Three floors. Pet friendly. Barnard Castle 10 miles; Leyburn 12 miles. (Ref. 931941)

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3 nights from £404

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    4.7

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An idyllic, mid-terrace cottage resting within the town of Much Wenlock. Woodburner. WiFi. Pub and shop within 0.1 mile. Telford 9.2 miles; Shrewsbury 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1011053)

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3 nights from £290

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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Located in a quiet location in Weymouth, Upsidedown House is a unique and beautiful holiday home. Pub and shop 2 min. Beach 10 min. Dorchester 8.4 miles. (Ref. 994746)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £848

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    5.0

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A well-presented, studio apartment nestled in the heart of Dartmouth. Open-plan living. Ideal for couples. Electric woodburning stove. Totnes 14 miles. (Ref. 1118973)

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3 nights from £342

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.6

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A quaint ground-floor cottage situated in the historic market town of Framlingham in Suffolk. Romantic. Private courtyard. WiFi. Saxmundham 7.7 miles; Aldeburgh 14 miles; Southwold 20 miles. (Ref. 1043272)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £275

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A contemporary, second-floor holiday apartment situated in the centre of Llandudno. Beach nearby. WiFi. Romantic base. Penrhyn Bay 3.3 miles; Conwy 4.6 miles. (Ref. 1098474)

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3 nights from £323

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.5

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Modern 3 Storey house. Close to the Harbour, Newton’s Cove and Brewers Quay. WIFI. Parking for one car. 5 minutes to local shop. 15 minute walk to town centre. (Ref. 993939)

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3 nights from £736

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A bungalow-style property resting in the heart of the market town of Corsham. Within walking distance to amenities. Pet-friendly. Open-plan living area. Conservatory. Castle Combe 6.4 miles; Bath 9.7 miles. (Ref. 1018150)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £515

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes
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A pretty, four-bedroom cottage nestled into the village of Blewbury, Oxfordshire. Open fire. Garden. Pet-friendly. Didcot 4.2 miles; Reading 15.9 miles; Oxford 18.5 miles. (Ref. 1136387)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £629

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A lovely two-bedroom, first-floor apartment resting in Stow on the Wold, Gloucestershire. Romantic. Off-road parking. Cotswold AONB. Bourton-on-the-Water 3.9 miles; Stratford upon Avon 21.1 miles. (Ref. 1099807)

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3 nights from £402

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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Golf course located, a detached property nestled in the town of Llaneli, South Wales. Off-road parking. Washing machine. WiFi. Swansea 10.8 miles; Carmarthen 23.9 miles. (Ref. 1090493)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £442

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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    4.9

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Outstanding holiday home in traditional Cotswolds market town for up to 10 people. 5* in every respect, beautifully presented, with everything you could wish for on your door step. Heavenly. (Ref. 988742)

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  • Games room

3 nights from £3078

Are you hoping to stay somewhere unique and exciting for your next staycation? If so, then booking one of these properties for UK city breaks can be a wonderful way to do just that! With loads of options to consider situated around some of the best and most historic cities in the country, you simply can’t go wrong with booking city breaks in the UK! 

Why City Breaks in the UK? 

A wonderful alternative to spending your next staycation in the countryside or by the coast, opting for one of these UK city breaks gives you and your guests a chance to experience somewhere new and exciting, especially if you’re hoping to visit a city that you’ve never been to before! With many of these properties for UK city breaks being situated in and around town and city centres, you’ll never be more than a short walk or drive away from all the excitement.  

From suburban retreats to historic townhouses and city centre apartments, we’re sure that this collection of the best holiday cottages near cities will present you with the perfect place to book. For ideas and inspiration on what to get up to during your city break in the UK, be sure to check out our comprehensive UK Travel Guide

Places to visit during UK City Breaks 

With so many different cities to choose from, each boasting their own unique character and history, there’s no limit to what you can book when it comes to UK city breaks! Depending on what kind of break you’re hoping to have, the UK has no shortage of brilliant cities that can provide the perfect backdrop to your next staycation. 

For those of you hoping to stay somewhere steeped in a long and rich history with tonnes of landmarks, then a city like York could be a brilliant option to consider. Dating back to the time of the Roman Empire and once the centre of a Viking kingdom, this city is best known for its medieval cobbled streets that wind their way through the city centre, one of the most famous being The Shambles

On the other hand, a city like Edinburgh can also make for a great place to book one of these UK city breaks. Famous for its stunning architecture and home to impressive landmarks like Edinburgh Castle and fantastic attractions like Edinburgh Zoo, it’s packed full of well-renowned restaurants and an endless number of late bars and old-world pubs that make for great places to stop off whilst out seeing the sights. 

And for those of you hoping to stay in a city that never sleeps, then you simply can’t go wrong with considering London as the destination for your next UK city break. Often touted as the best city in the world, it serves as the UK’s capital and stands as the largest city by size and population. With a history that can be traced back over two thousand years, it’s also home to some of the most recognisable landmarks in the world, such as Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Tower of London to name just a handful. 

Other popular destinations with holiday cottages near cities: 

Bath 

Cardiff 

Chester 

Exeter 

Liverpool 

Oxford 

Truro 

Types of City Breaks 

If this collection of holiday cottages near cities hasn’t quite shown you the ideal property to book, don’t panic – With lots of other options to take a look at, including this full collection of UK weekend breaks, there’s also a full collection of all available self-catering holiday cottages to browse.  

Not only that but with lots of other properties to consider including dog-friendly cottages, cottages with hot tubs, large cottages, luxury cottages and cottages for romantic getaways, you and your guests are only a few clicks away from booking the perfect staycation.