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Short Breaks & Weekend Breaks UK

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A contemporary, detached home nestled in the village of Carbis Bay, Cornwall. Full Sky package. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. St Ives 1.9 miles; Penzance 9.1 miles; Falmouth 25 miles. (Ref. 1073923)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

3 nights from €953

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

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A seaside holiday home resting in Aldeburgh, Suffolk. Close to a beach. Sea views. Off-road parking. Thorpeness 1.9 miles; Saxmundham 7.3 miles; Orford 11.4 miles. (Ref. 1117147)

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3 nights from €970

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  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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A single-storey seaside holiday home positioned near Daliburgh on the Isle of South Uist in the Outer Hebrides. Close to a beach. Remote. Pet-friendly. Eriskay 3.1 miles; Daliburgh 6.9 miles; Lochboisdale 9.7 miles; Lochmaddy 45.7 miles. (Ref. 1110770)

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3 nights from €733

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  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
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A contemporary three-storey holiday home resting in Broad Haven, Pembrokeshire. Open-plan. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Milford Haven 6.3 miles; Haverfordwest 7 miles; Pembroke 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1082101)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from €876

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  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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    5.0

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A wonderful three-bedroom lodge resting on the Heritage Park in Stepaside, Pembrokeshire. Ground-floor living. Close to amenities. Near a beach. Off-road parking. Saundersfoot 2.8 miles; Yerbeston 6.2 miles; Cresswell Quay 6.5 miles. (Ref. 1094438)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from €571

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  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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A spectacular single storey cottage in the township of Kensaleyre, near Portree on the beautiful Isle of Skye. Open-plan living with woodburner. Wondrous panoramic vistas. Charming town of Portree 7 miles. (Ref. 988419)

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  • Games room

3 nights from €637

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  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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29 Gap Road is a brilliant, three-bedroom home resting in Hunmanby Gap near Primrose Valley, North Yorkshire. Sea views. Close to beach. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Filey 3.9 miles, Scarborough 10.5 miles. (Ref. 1130233)

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3 nights from €1161

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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This splendid single-storey holiday home rests in Alford, Lincolnshire. Near an AONB. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Mablethorpe 5.3 miles; Louth 13.8 miles; Skegness 14.7 miles; Horncastle 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1119249)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from €816

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  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
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    4.9

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Well Cottage is an inviting, detached home resting in Seething near Loddon, Norfolk. Pet-friendly. Near National Park. Family-friendly. Woodburning stove. Norwich 10.5 miles; Burgh Castle 16.2 miles; Great Yarmouth 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1134975)

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  • Baby-friendly
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3 nights from €833

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  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.8

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This large ground-floor cottage lies in the quaint coastal town of Moville, County Donegal. En-suite bedrooms. Family-friendly. WiFi. Greencastle 2.9 miles; Shrove 5.7 miles; Carndonagh 11.6 miles. (Ref. 1056702)

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3 nights from €1000

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

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This superb reverse-level property rests in Newport, Monmouthshire. Close to amenities and a beach. Dog-friendly. In a National Park. Fishguard 7.1 miles; Cardigan 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1122393)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from €722

  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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Ridge House is a luxury, three-storey house overlooking Lake Windermere near Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, boasting a cinema, games room, and boathouse. Windermere Train Station 4.8 miles; Ambleside 9 miles; Kendal 10.9 miles. (Ref. 1165746)

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3 nights from €4849

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  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
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    5.0

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A stunning, newly built, single-storey home in the small village of Germoe near Praa Sands. Contemporary. Open-plan living space. Large garden. Praa Sands 0.8 miles; Marazion 3.6 miles; Helston 5.6 miles; Penzance 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1050475)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

3 nights from €1227

  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.8

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A superb detached property situated in the village of Crantock. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Newquay 3.6 miles; Perranporth 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1051192)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €1006

  • 17 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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This charming detached white stone cottage rests in the village of Aller, near Langport, in Somerset. Woodburning stoves. Pet-friendly. Bridgwater 10 miles; Yeovil 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1037766)

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3 nights from €1706

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  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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Hawthorn Barn is a contemporary, three-bedroom barn conversion situated on the edge of Northleach, Gloucestershire. High-end finish. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Bourton-on-the-Water 5.2 miles; Stow-on-the-Wold 8.8 miles. (Ref. 1097460)

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3 nights from €911

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  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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A contemporary two-bedroom holiday home settled on the outskirts of Stratford-upon-Avon in the West Midlands. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Rural. Royal Leamington Spa 14.1 miles; Warwick 17.9 miles. (Ref. 1095211)

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3 nights from €666

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  • 9 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
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    4.9

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Knowle House is a stunning, five-bedroom home resting in Okehampton, Devon. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Bedroom with en-suite. Exeter 24.6 miles. (Ref. 1141743)

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  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €1386

  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

A superb Grade II listed house resting in Penrith, near Ullswater, Cumbria. En-suite bathrooms. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Carlisle 17.7 miles; Keswick 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1078897)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from €1630

  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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An impeccable, semi-detached holiday home settled in Mullion, Cornwall. Hot tub. Shared games room. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Lizard Point 6.2 miles; Helston 8 miles; Porthleven 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1063909)

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  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from €1445

This collection of short breaks in the UK offers a fantastic escape to a variety of UK destinations; whether it's a city break in a vibrant location steeped in history, a weekend getaway set in picturesque rolling countryside or a romantic two-night stay by the sea, you can explore the delights of the UK from the comfort of one of these short break holiday cottages.

Why Weekend Breaks? 

Weekend breaks provide you with something to look forward to, all without the need to negotiate time off from work. Spend leisurely Sundays hiking through the UK's untamed landscapes, retreat to the seaside to recharge after a busy week or find solace in a rural village. 

Short breaks are ideal for any occasion! Whether you’re a family in search of adventurous fun near a national park, a group of friends seeking relaxation in a lodge with a hot tub or a couple yearning for a romantic getaway. Choose two-night or three-night stays - whatever takes your fancy!

Places to visit during your Short Break

There are so many wonderful destinations for a UK short break waiting to be uncovered; why not savour a weekend break in Scotland? Amazing sights, a wealth of outdoor activities and historic attractions are just a few highlights here. For even more outdoor fun during your weekend break, we recommend booking a short break in North Wales or a short break in the Lake District. Perhaps you'd like to travel slightly further afield with one of these short breaks in Northern Ireland.

Other must-visit regions offering short breaks in the UK include: 

Cornwall short breaks

Cotswolds short breaks 

Devon short breaks

Dorset short breaks 

Norfolk short breaks

Northumberland short breaks 

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Cheshire short breaks 

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Kent short breaks

Lancashire short breaks 

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Oxford short breaks 

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Shropshire short breaks 

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Wiltshire short breaks

Types of Short Breaks & Weekend Breaks 

Want to treat your loved one to a special weekend break? We recommend browsing this hand-picked selection of romantic weekend getaways. Alternatively, enjoy a long weekend away with those who mean most by choosing a bank holiday weekend cottage. If you prefer a secluded holiday, you should explore this array of log cabin weekend breaks or weekend caravan breaks

Browse these cottages for 2-night stays for your next short break, or if you fancy exploring a new place at a slightly quieter time, these midweek breaks will be ideal. If you're looking for a late deal, these last-minute cottages will be ideal.

However, if you want to enjoy a short break during the festive period, these Christmas and New Year short breaks are the perfect choice. Alternatively, get even more out of winter by enjoying a winter short break. If you’d prefer short getaways at a warmer time of year, perhaps these autumn short breaks are a better choice. You can also choose from these family short breaks in the UK.

Alternatively, if you're looking to make a saving, then taking a look at these cheap cottages would be a great idea.

Can’t decide? Check out this broad range of self-catering UK holiday cottages to find the ideal property for you. Book ahead and secure your 2025 break now!