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Millers Cottage is a detached bungalow resting in the hamlet of Old Malton, near Malton, North Yorkshire. Close to a shop and pub. Couple’s retreat. Malton 1 mile; Pickering 7.4 miles; North York Moors National Park 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1147474)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £296

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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A splendid detached dormer bungalow resting on the coast of the Isle of Anglesey. Ideal for families. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Close to the beach. Beaumaris 9.2 miles; Holy Island 21.4 miles. (Ref. 997438)

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3 nights from £375

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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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3 nights from £451

  • Sleeps8
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A beautifully-presented, three-storey terraced house resting in Perranporth, Cornwall. En-suite. Close to a beach. Off-road parking. St Agnes 4.5 miles; Crantock 6.1 miles; Newquay 8.8 miles. (Ref. 1133237)

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3 nights from £1232

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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    4.9

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This delightful holiday dwelling lies in Nefyn, Gwynedd. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Private parking. Pwllheli 7.2 miles; Snowdonia National Park 25.5 miles. (Ref. 1089301)

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3 nights from £1273

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Lottie's Cottage is a characterful, all ground-floor mid-terrace cottage with countryside views, resting on the outskirts of Whitby, North Yorkshire. Robin Hood's Bay 6 miles; Scarborough 19.5 miles; Pickering 19.5 miles; Guisborough 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1161702)

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3 nights from £445

  • 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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3 nights from £435

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.8

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A fabulous, four-bedroom home resting in Keswick, Cumbria. In National Park. Large. Close to amenities and attractions. Countryside views. Private driveway. Contemporary. Bassenthwaite 6.9 miles; Cockermouth 13 miles; Ullswater 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1129480)

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3 nights from £771

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A large, semi-detached house situated in St Bees, on the west coast of Cumbria. Games room. Hot tub. Enclosed courtyard. Open fire. Whitehaven 4.1 miles; Workington 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1138142)

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3 nights from £2219

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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This delightful, three-bedroom holiday home rests in Whitby, North Yorkshire. Close to amenities. Near a beach. Near a National Park. Open plan. Robin Hood's Bay 5.4 miles; Scarborough 18.5 miles; Pickering 20.6 miles. (Ref. 1137614)

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3 nights from £449

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Milton House is a stunning, historic property resting in the town of Middleham, North Yorkshire. Close to a shop and pub. Near National Park. Layburn 2.2 miles; Yorkshire Dales National Park 4.1 miles; North York Moors National Park 28.3 miles. (Ref. 1148753)

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3 nights from £570

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A character cottage nestled on a cobbled street in the heart of Horncastle, Lincolnshire. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden with summer house. Amenities nearby. Louth 13.3 miles; Lincoln 21 miles. (Ref. 1109083)

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3 nights from £250

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A stylish, first-floor apartment resting in the heart of Falmouth, Cornwall. Close to amenities, attractions and harbour. Central. Romantic. Private garden. Penryn 2.9 miles; Mabe 3.1 miles; Truro 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1129320)

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3 nights from £340

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    4.8

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A delightful ground-floor annex in the heart of the Lake District in Keswick, Cumbria. National Park location. Romantic. WiFi. Braithwaite 1.9 miles; Bassenthwaite 6.7 miles; Ullswater 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1063127)

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3 nights from £391

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
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A well-positioned, four-storey home resting in Keswick, Cumbria. Close to amenities and attractions. In National Park. Pet-friendly. Large. Central. Enclosed garden. Bassenthwaite 7.3 miles; Cockermouth 13.8 miles; Ullswater 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1080757)

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3 nights from £1260

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
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    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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3 nights from £3909

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms4
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Chapel House is a former chapel house in central Rhosneigr near the beach, on the Isle of Anglesey, with a hot tub, woodburning stove and balcony. Llangefni 11.7 miles; Trearddur Bay 12 miles; Holyhead 13.3 miles. (Ref. 1164842)

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3 nights from £997

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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This homely, single-storey cottage rests in Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria. Sea views. Car port. Dishwasher. Smart TV. Cartmel 2.2 miles; Kendal 14.30 miles; Lake Windermere 15.8 miles. (Ref. 1084723)

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3 nights from £370

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    4.6

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A luxurious holiday home resting on the outskirts of Chester, Cheshire. Dog-friendly. Indoor, heated swimming pool. Gym. Open-plan living. Large garden. Liverpool 18.7 miles; Manchester 38.7 miles. (Ref. 1123861)

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3 nights from £3424

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Clematis House is a detached, listed building resting in St Columb Major, Cornwall. Close to a shop and pub. Historic property. Woodburning stove. Garden. Off-road parking. Newquay 7.2 miles; Perranporth 15.7 miles. (Ref. 1131343)

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3 nights from £706

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 

Durham

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, romantic cottages and even cottages near railway stations, you and your guests are only a few clicks away from booking the perfect staycation.