Cottages for a short break
Sometimes, a short break is all you need to relax and recharge. Find your perfect short break holiday cottage, whether you’re looking for a long weekend or a mid week break. Take your pick from our exclusive collection of self catering cottages and treat yourself to a delightful getaway, perfect for enjoying all that the UK has to offer. Read more
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 1210 self-catering cottages in the UK available for a Short Break
7 nights from £415
Robinsons Cottage
61601 bedroom self catering cottage in Mullion, West Cornwall.
A sweet and well-appointed cottage set within a secluded and enchanting country estate, near all the prime locations for exploration on the Lizard peninsula. It's the perfect pad t...
7 nights from £415
Bochym Manor
7 nights from £3141
Moaney Quill Lodge
215Elegant countryside retreat in Laxey with beautiful gardens
Tucked away in the heart of picturesque Laxey, Moaney Quill Lodge is a truly exceptional escape, blending timeless character with luxurious comfort to create a stay that feels both...
7 nights from £1471 *
Col Ros
61545 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Mullion, Cornwall.
Situated in a truly privileged position towards the end of a private clifftop lane and set in a stunning mature and beautifully maintained sub-tropical gardens, this enchanting hom...
7 nights from £1471 *
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Bay View House
214Large town house in Port Erin with view of Bradda head
Bay View is a beautifully renovated six-bedroom townhouse in the heart of Port Erin, offering stylish and spacious accommodation for large families, groups of friends, and multi-ge...
7 nights from £610
The Milk Churn
61612 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near South Molton, North Devon.
Nestled deep in the heart of the tranquil countryside of north Devon, The Milk Churn is a delightful rural getaway where you can totally relax and re-charge in blissful surrounding...
7 nights from £610
7 nights from £584
11 Cocker Lane
61482 bedroom self catering cottage in Cockermouth.
A tapestry of coloured cottages in a charming quiet lane with many houses dating back to the 1700s, is where you will find this cosy, yet stylish terraced cottage, nestled in Cocke...
7 nights from £584
7 nights from £489
The Sandy Den
61561 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with sea views in Shaldon, Devon.
Introducing The Sandy Den, a fabulous ground floor retreat for two within a converted Victorian residence located in the heart of the village of Shaldon in Teignmouth. This fabulou...
7 nights from £489
Wringford Cottages
7 nights from £5274
7 nights from £980
Hollyhocks
61523 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Kingsand, Cornwall.
Wind your way along the quiet country lanes to this charming rural retreat, tucked away in Cornwall's breathtakingly beautiful "forgotten corner". Boasting wonderful views of the s...
7 nights from £980
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Take your pick from our exclusive collection of self catering cottages across the UK and take the time to reconnect, blow the cobwebs away and make special memories. There’s plenty for you to do with a choice of woodland walks, coast path adventures, or to simply cosy up around the wood-burner with a good book and some board games.
Short breaks are the perfect getaway year-round and we have plenty of gorgeous self catering cottages to suit you, including dog friendly cottages and cottages with sea views, swimming pools and hot tubs.
Two, three or four night breaks
We have two, three or four night breaks to choose from, allowing you to getaway for just a weekend only, or extend it a little to a luxurious long weekend.
Summer Holidays
Offering sunny skies, a warm sun, the gentle sea breeze on the coast and open expanses of moorland to explore, summer in the South West is the stuff that dreams are made of.
Christmas Escapes
For fun with all the family or just two of you, why not break up the madness of Christmas and take some time out with a short break somewhere away from home. We have a number of beautiful holiday homes that will leave you totally enchanted at this festive time of year.
New Year Breaks
Make this New Year one to remember; escape from it all to a rural hideaway or find a cottage in the heart of a community, and enjoy with friends and family. See in the New Year your way.
Winter Holidays
Wrap up warm and wander across empty beaches and the countryside. Watch a storm passing by while sitting in front of a roaring fire. This time of year can offer something for everyone. Dog restrictions have also been lifted off many beaches, so you can bring your four-legged friend along too.
