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UK City Breaks

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A luxurious holiday home resting on the outskirts of Peterstow, Herefordshire. Swimming pool. Dog-friendly. En-suites. Family-friendly. Hot tub. Ross-on-Wye 6.2 miles; Hereford 11.3 miles; Ledbury 16.4 miles; Gloucester 22.1 miles. (Ref. 1120578)

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  • Swimming pool
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from £5199

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Gartavon is a semi-detached cottage located in the heart of Newport, Pembrokeshire. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Beach nearby. Fishguard 7.1 miles; Cardigan 12 miles. (Ref. 1142287)

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3 nights from £392

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5

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This stylish, duplex apartment is nestled in Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire. Close to amenities. Central location. Reverse-level. Smart TV. Aldborough 1 mile; Ripon 7.1 miles; Harrogate 10.8 miles; York 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1119607)

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3 nights from £502

  • 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 £1160

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.6

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A fantastic, end-terrace house resting in Sandown, Isle of Wight. Near the beach and coast. Off road parking at the rear. Enclosed garden. Near railway station. WiFi. Shanklin 1.9 miles; Ryde 6.4 miles; Newport 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1071511)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £612

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.4

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This stylish workshop conversion resides in Ventnor, Isle of Wight. Smart TVs. Close to amenities and beach. En-suite bathrooms. Summer house. Newport 11.1 miles; Cowes 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1115193)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £603

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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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

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A large, first-floor apartment nestled in Castletownbere, County Cork. Sky TV. Sea views. Close to the beach. Allihies 10.1 miles; Glengarriff 20.9 miles. (Ref. 1090748)

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3 nights from £539

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes
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The Gables, a charming dormer bungalow is situated in the tranquil town of Tywyn in Gwynedd, with a hot tub, amazing sea views, and a short distance to a beach. Aberdovey 4.8 miles; Dolgellau 20 miles. (Ref. 1163718)

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3 nights from £702

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  • Bedrooms2
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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
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    3.6

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91 Chestnut Gardens is a lovely lodge resting on a holiday park in Rhyl, Denbighshire. Off-road parking. Garden. Pet-friendly. Llandudno 20.2 miles; Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park 28.3 miles; Chester 33.5 miles. (Ref. 1138732)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £417

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo
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6 Melinda Cottage is a delightful cottage resting in the seaside town of East Runton, Norfolk. Close to a shop, pub, and beach. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Cromner 1.4 miles; Sheringham 3.4 miles; Norwich 24.3 miles. (Ref. 1139523)

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3 nights from £644

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsNo

    4.2

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The Old Rectory is a large, detached property resting in Largs, North Ayrshire. Sea views. En-suites bedrooms. Woodburning stove. Close to a pub. Skelmorlie 4.8 miles; Saltcoats 13.4 miles; Glasgow 32.7 miles. (Ref. 1145078)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £954

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  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A stylish, three-bedroom home resting upon Achill Island in Keel, County Mayo. Panoramic sea views. Rural. Woodburning stove. Contemporary. Close to amenities. Achill Sound 9.9 miles; Mallaranny 18.7 miles; Newport 29.1 miles. (Ref. 1134990)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £1085

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo
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A fabulous holiday home resting in the heart of Carbis Bay, Cornwall. Near a beach. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Gas fire. St Ives 2.2 miles; Hayle 3.5 miles; Penzance 8.4 miles. (Ref. 1123384)

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3 nights from £2462

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.5

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This delightful cottage is situated in Watchet, Somerset. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Open fire. Minehead 9 miles. (Ref. 1006817)

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3 nights from £481

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Nova Cottage is a well-presented property with a patio terrace and parking space, near a beach and local amenities in central Carbis Bay, Cornwall. St Ives 1.7 miles; Hayle 4 miles. (Ref. 1161311)

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3 nights from £712

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    3.6

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A delightful, three-bedroom cottage resting in the heart of Whitstable, Kent. Close to amenities. Open fire. Off-road parking. Herne Bay 5.3 miles; Canterbury 7.4 miles; Margate 19.4 miles (Ref. 19653)

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  • Sky TV

3 nights from £461

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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This luxury, second-floor apartment rests in the heart of Falmouth, Cornwall. Sea view. Balcony. Smart TV. Near beach. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Penryn 2.7 miles; Mabe 4.6 miles; Truro 11 miles. (Ref. 1133621)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £932

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A remarkable three-storey former B&B settled in Glastonbury, Somerset. Enclosed garden. En-suite bathrooms. Washing machine. Pet-friendly. Wells 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1046697)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from £1217

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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.