Last Minute South England
Craving a spontaneous weekend break? Left the holiday planning a little later than usual? Or perhaps you simply fancy a change of scenery? We get it. Our exclusive collection of last minute holiday cottages promise that getaway you’ve been dreaming of.
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189 holiday cottages available for a last minute break in South England
7 nights from £575
Spindrift
44372 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
This gorgeous two bedroom terraced cottage is a few minutes from the beach, right in the heart of Seaview village, offering an ideal holiday bolthole on the picturesque Isle of Wig...
7 nights from £575
7 nights from £563
Castlemans Stables East
44212 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage near Battle.
In the heart of East Sussex's 1066 countryside and set within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Castlemans Stables East is one of a pair of sympathetically convert...
7 nights from £563
7 nights from £563
Castlemans Stables West
44222 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage near Battle.
Set within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in the heart of East Sussex's 1066 countryside, Castlemans Stables West is one of a pair of sympathetically converted ...
7 nights from £563
7 nights from £864
The Shute
43993 bedroom dog-friendly self catering cottage with sea views near Ventnor, Isle of Wight.
This gorgeous cottage, set in the breathtaking location of St Lawrence, has a large patio and unrivalled sea views. A truly magical place to sit and enjoy the scenery, the seaward ...
7 nights from £864
7 nights from £650
Pebbles
43982 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
This beautifully refurbished house is perfectly situated in the heart of Seaview Village, with a lovely patio area to the rear and outdoor seating so you can enjoy dining in the Is...
7 nights from £650
7 nights from £628
Winkle Cottage
43952 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Cowes, Isle of Wight.
This gorgeous terraced cottage, situated in the Conservation Area of the old town of Cowes, is just a few minutes walk from the centre of town, offering the perfect family holiday ...
7 nights from £628
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We scour the coast and country to winkle out bits worth sharing with you, the best properties in lovely locations. While we’re out and about, we gather together the best things to do so that you can start planning your holiday as soon as you’ve booked.
The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
7 nights from £777
Longdown Hall
43863 bedroom self catering cottage with sea views in Ventnor, Isle of Wight
A stunning property in Ventnor on the southern tip of the Island, with the most sensational 180 degree sea views from the sun-drenched patio. Relax with your breakfast in the sunsh...
7 nights from £777
7 nights from £480
Solent View Cottage
43892 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Cowes, Isle of Wight.
This charming two bedroom cottage is situated in the pretty coastal village of Gurnard, just outside Cowes, home to some spectacular Solent views and a prime location to watch the ...
7 nights from £480
7 nights from £775
Beggars Roost
43463 bedroom self catering apartment with sea views in Seaview, Isle of Wight
This gorgeous first floor apartment in the heart of Seaview village is perfectly placed to reach everything within a few minutes' walk. The seafront is just around the corner, a po...
7 nights from £775
7 nights from £1047 *
Dolphin Cottage
43474 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Bembridge, Isle of Wight
Within a few minutes’ walk of the village centre and located on an unmade road leading to the sea, Dolphin Cottage is a simply stunning house ideally laid out to make space for all...
7 nights from £1047 *