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
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.
We have 1007 self-catering cottages in the UK available for a Short Break
7 nights from £588
Lofty Heights
53371 bedroom holiday apartment with sea views in Shaldon, South Devon.
Looking for that special retreat for two, if so, welcome to Lofty Heights which is nestled in the very sought-after village of Shaldon, just moments from a fabulous sandy beach and...
7 nights from £588
7 nights from £598
September Cottage
53292 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near St. Mawes
Nestled in the heart of the charming Roseland village of St Mawes, September Cottage is a delightful holiday abode, perfectly placed just moments away from the gorgeous beaches and...
7 nights from £598
7 nights from £389
Green Place
53131 bedroom, dog friendly cottage within walking distance of the cathedral in Wells, Somerset.
Wind your way through the historic streets of Wells to find Green Place nestling in a quiet mews offering a romantic getaway. With a vibrant and bustling high street, the city of W...
7 nights from £389
7 nights from £456 *
The Baggarah
53492 bedroom self catering cottage near Brampton.
Nestled in the heart of nature and close to the wonders of Hadrian's wall, this charming and beautifully designed and furnished two-bedroom converted barn is an ideal retreat for f...
7 nights from £456 *
Our property managers are local experts who handpick perfect places to stay.
Local experts
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 £560 *
Bythmoy
52183 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.
Surrounded by tranquil countryside and in one of the best places in the world to view the sky at night, Bythmoy is a fabulous cottage which marries traditional features with contem...
7 nights from £560 *
7 nights from £599
Seagrass
53542 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with sea views in Portscatho.
With far reaching views towards Portscatho beach and harbour, Seagrass is a delightful apartment, perfectly situated close to the village centre and an ideal base for a romantic re...
7 nights from £599
7 nights from £754 *
St Michael's
53594 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Portreath.
If you're longing for the golden sand and turquoise waters of Portreath and a gorgeous cottage to return to at the end of the day, then look no further than St Michael's. An oh so ...
7 nights from £754 *
7 nights from £1072
Seaway House
52953 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views near Dartmouth, South Devon.
Welcome to Seaway House, a fabulous holiday retreat perched overlooking the beautiful south Devon countryside and out to sea, locations don't get more special than this. Nestled...
7 nights from £1072
From £117 per night
River Safari
52812 bedroom, dog friendly Safari Tent near Hereford.
A peaceful, off-grid adventure awaits at River Safari, a special safari tent for four nestled within 2,500 acres of private estate. Wander over the bridge to find your escape, hidd...
From £117 per night
7 nights from £566
Bosvean
53281 bedroom cottage near the beach near Coverack, West Cornwall.
Privately tucked away, this enchanting former chapel built in 1846 has been recently refurbished into a gorgeous hideaway for two. Nestled within a natural hollow, summer stretches...
7 nights from £566
Need more time? Reserve any cottage for up to 24 hours before booking.
24hr no commitment reservations
You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.
