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Coral Villa, a substantial, eight-bedroom property situated in Bridlington, North Yorkshire. Over three floors. Hot tub. Pizza oven. Filey 11.3 miles; Scarborough 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1118812)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £1450

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Otherton Hall, a Grade II listed Georgian Farmhouse resting Otherton, Staffordshire. Indoor swimming pool. Cinema room. Sauna. Games room. Extensive gardens. Smart TVs. Cannock Chase AONB 6.5 miles; Stafford 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1120972)

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  • Swimming pool
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  • Games room

3 nights from £3730

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Modern first floor apartment in the town of Whitby in North Yorkshire. Views of River Esk. Beach 1.5 miles. North York Moors National Park. (Ref. 981274)

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  • Games room

3 nights from £435

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Southbank is a superb, Grade II Listed abode situated on the rural outskirts of Bath, Somerset. Pet-friendly. Near shop. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Bristol 11.2 miles; Glastonbury 26.1 miles. (Ref. 1152472)

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  • 15% off - Sun 26th Jan to 2nd Feb 2025

3 nights from £718

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A fantastic ground-floor apartment located in West Cliff near Bournemouth, Dorset. Close to beach. Stunning sea views. Close to amenities. Enclosed private garden. Allocated parking. No pets. Sandbanks 4.2 miles; Poole 5.3 miles; Christchurch 5.6 miles. (Ref. 1083610)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • £300 off - Fri 31st Jan to 28th Mar 2025

3 nights from £1310

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A stunning three-storey listed house in Criccieth, Gwynedd. Amazing sea views. Close to beach. Close to amenities. Bedrooms with en-suites. Woodburning stove. Porthmadog 5.1 miles; Portmeirion 7.7 miles; Abersoch 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1095963)

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3 nights from £1929

  • Sleeps24
  • Bedrooms10
  • PetsYes

    4.3

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A well-positioned, ten-bedroom home resting on the coast of Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire. Close to amenities and beach. En-suite bedrooms. Large. Pet-friendly. Filey 11 miles; Scarborough 18 miles. (Ref. 1133910)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £1138

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A superb, detached house in St Ives overlooking Porthmeor beach. Hot tub. En-suites. Modern interior. Penzance 6 miles. (Ref. 952480)

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3 nights from £1570

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Set in the heart of Stratford Upon Avon, and within the oldest building of this historic and medieval town, this outstanding holiday home is as good as it gets. A house you can’t miss when you come to the town, but to say you can stay in it – Wow! (Ref. 1014334)

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3 nights from £1380

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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The Beachhouse is a delightful, single-storey lodge near the beach and local amenities in the village of East Wittering in West Sussex. Chichester 7.1 miles; Bognor Regis 12 miles; Portsmouth 22.7 miles. (Ref. 1158130)

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3 nights from £702

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A wonderful holiday home resting in Goldenbank near Falmouth, Cornwall. Electric flame-effect stove. Open-plan living. Close to beach. Penryn 3.6 miles; Mabe 4.8 miles; Truro 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1118310)

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3 nights from £696

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This excellent, two-bedroom barn conversion rests in Wincanton, Somerset. Countryside. Bedroom with en-suite. Open-plan. Wet room. Glastonbury 21.8 miles. (Ref. 1052563)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £451

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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This outstanding, three-bedroom holiday home rests in Wooler, Northumberland. Luxury. Near a National Park. Off-road parking. Bedrooms with en-suites. Bamburgh 14.9 miles; Berwick-upon-Tweed 16.9 miles; Alnwick 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1132521)

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3 nights from £785

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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This stylish, large, detached house sits in New Quay, Ceredigion. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Sea views. Open-plan living. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Bedrooms with en-suite. Pet-friendly. Lampeter 17.3 miles; Cardigan 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1067011)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £1708

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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A stunning, two-storey penthouse apartment resting in Caernarfon, Gwynedd. Open-plan. Private balconies. Bedrooms with en-suites. Llanberis 7.8 miles; Bangor 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1073011)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £995

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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This semi-detached, modern cottage is located in Newcastle West, in Ireland. WiFi. Enclosed garden. Open fire. Limerick 26 miles. (Ref. 969845)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £607

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A stunning five-bedroom house resting in Whitby, North Yorkshire. Dog-friendly. Near a beach. Woodburning stove. Amazing views. Near Whitby Harbour. Hot tub. Robin Hood's Bay 5.4 miles; Scarborough 19.4 miles; Pickering 21.8 miles. (Ref. 1056727)

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3 nights from £1279

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A beautifully converted hayloft resting in the coastal town of Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, Sir Ynys Mon, Wales. Pet-friendly. Close to a pub. Open-plan. Beaumaris 7.2 miles; Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park 8.6 miles; Caernarfon 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1126235)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £760

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Inglemead is a lovely, four-storey abode set in the town of Morecambe in Lancashire, with a hot tub, a pet-friendly policy, and a short walk to a beach. Kendal 23.9 miles. (Ref. 1155637)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £1259

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A stunning three-bedroom, First-floor apartment resting in Kelso, Scottish Borders. Kelso Abbey views. Open-plan. Pet-free. Close to amenities. Jedburgh 11.4 miles; Wooler 21.1 miles. (Ref. 1089523)

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3 nights from £490

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.