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This fabulous five-bedroom holiday home rests in Hay-on-Wye, Powys. Bedrooms with en-suites. Brecon 15.6 miles; Hereford 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1125474)

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3 nights from £1343

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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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

  • 14 Guests
  • 7 Bedrooms
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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)

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3 nights from £1412

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    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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3 nights from £760

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

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A classy, up-to-date flat placed within Whitby in North Yorkshire. All third floor. Views of sea and town below. Open-plan. Smart TV. En-suite. (Ref. 948092)

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  • 10% off - Fri 4th Apr to 11th Apr 2025

3 nights from £496

  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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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)

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  • 15% off - Fri 4th Apr to 15th Apr 2025

3 nights from £462

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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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

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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A fantastic three-bedroom mid terrace cottage resting in Hurst Green near Ribchester, Lancashire. Blackburn 7.1 miles; Preston 10.6 miles; Manchester 36.6 miles (Ref. 1074572)

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3 nights from £662

  • 7 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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A superb, detached Grade II listed period house resting in Ludlow, Shropshire. Castle wall views. Close to amenities. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Gas fire. Church Stretton 16 miles; Hereford 24.2 miles; Shrewsbury 28.9 miles. (Ref. 1112564)

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3 nights from £737

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  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

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Flat 2, The Maltings is a two-bed, first-floor apartment resting in Oakham, Rutland. Close to amenities. Enclosed garden. Contemporary. Central. Melton Mowbray 10.5 miles; Lincoln 51.6 miles. (Ref. 1137190)

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  • 15% off - Fri 11th Apr to 19th Apr 2025

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3 nights from £478

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

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This gorgeous three-storey cottage lies in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Enclosed garden. No pets. Bedroom with en-suite. Off-road parking. Chatsworth 9.6 miles; Matlock 8.3 miles; Buxton 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1064674)

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3 nights from £745

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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A gorgeous cottage settled in the historic town of Chudleigh in Devon. En-Suites. Family friendly. WiFi. Newton Abbot 6.9 miles; Exeter 10.8 miles; Torquay 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1001871)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £567

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  • 4 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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A delightful, white-washed cottage in the heart of St Austell, Cornwall. Dog-friendly. Barbecue. Close to beach. Enclosed garden. Mevagissey 6.6 miles; Fowey 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1066706)

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  • 5% off - Wed 26th Feb to 2nd May 2025

3 nights from £462

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  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
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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)

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3 nights from £805

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  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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A delightful, stone-built, single-storey cottage nestled in Whitby, North Yorkshire. Ideal for families. Off-road parking. Beach nearby. Robin Hood's Bay 5.5 miles; Scarborough 19.5 miles; Pickering 19.5 miles. (Ref. 1039016)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £540

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  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

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A beautiful reverse-level, detached house resting in Brixham, Devon. Fantastic sea views. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Near the harbour. Private garden. Dartmouth 5.8 miles; Paignton 6.3 miles; Torquay 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1123266)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • 20% off - Thu 6th Mar to 2nd May 2025

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3 nights from £492

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

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This three-storey townhouse can be found in Whitstable, Kent. Dog-friendly. Private courtyard. Amenities within walking distance. Herne Bay 5.1 miles; Canterbury 7.2 miles. (Ref. 1038316)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

3 nights from £526

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

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This stylish, three-storey cottage rests in the popular town of Haworth, West Yorkshire. Freestanding bath. Close to amenities. Stylish décor. Open-plan living. Skipton 13.1 miles; Hebden Bridge 8 miles. (Ref. 1056376)

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3 nights from £372

  • 8 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

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This gorgeous detached bungalow is nestled in the charming village of Benllech in Anglesey. Pet friendly. Smart TV. En-suite. Pentraeth 3.3 miles; Bangor 10.5 miles; Anglesey 11.7 miles. (Ref. 1037874)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £498

  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

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171 Burniston Road is a spacious holiday home in the popular seaside town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Multilevel garden. Games room. Off-road parking. Whitby 17.6 miles; Pickering 18.5 miles; York 40.8 miles. (Ref. 1132404)

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3 nights from £840

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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 

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.