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 1004 self-catering cottages in the UK available for a Short Break
7 nights from £958 *
Lowenna House
51124 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Coverack, West Cornwall.
Perfectly positioned just a hop, skip and a jump away from the village centre and beautiful sheltered bay with crystal clear waters and sandy/pebble beach is Lowenna House. This go...
7 nights from £958 *
7 nights from £1447
Castlemans Coach House
51244 bedroom self catering cottage near Battle.
In the heart of 1066 country and within walking distance of the pretty village of Sedlescombe, this former coach house is the perfect place for families and friends looking for a l...
7 nights from £1447
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.
From £112 per night
The Cabin
51302 bedroom cabin near Presteigne.
The Cabin is a wonderfully unique retreat brimming with style and luxury nestled near the English/Welsh border. This gorgeous hideaway for two was meticulously crafted by the owner...
From £112 per night
From £119 per night
The Lean To
51312 bedroom cabin near Presteigne.
Welcome to The Lean To, an absolutely stunning hideaway for two with a wonderfully distinct style that is beautifully complemented by the rugged landscapes that surround it. This f...
From £119 per night
7 nights from £1494
Rose on the Cliff
51204 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Helford.
A spectacular retreat perched on the picturesque banks of Gillan Creek. Tucked away down a private unmade lane, this unique spot is really very special and only shared with a handf...
7 nights from £1494
7 nights from £1167 *
Stenor
51344 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Padstow.
Perfectly located in the charming village of Harlyn Bay with a beautiful sandy cove just a short stroll away, Stenor is a stunning holiday home where contemporary furnishings marry...
7 nights from £1167 *
7 nights from £598
Chyvounder
51173 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Falmouth, Cornwall.
A picturesque cottage set in an idyllic location close to the banks of Restronguet Creek. This 17th Century Grade II Listed cottage is full of warmth and charm, and has an abundanc...
7 nights from £598
7 nights from £660 *
Denham
51332 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Marazion, Cornwall.
With captivating panoramic views over Mount's Bay and St Michael's Mount, Denham is a very special holiday abode where you are just a few minutes stroll away from the delightful se...
7 nights from £660 *
Choose from our exclusive collection at the best prices with real time availability.
Exclusive cottage collections
Our calendars show live availability, so if your pick of dates are available, you can reserve them safe in the knowledge that they won’t get sold anywhere else.
It can be unpredictable using aggregator websites that collect up information from across multiple websites. Our website stands alone, so you know what to expect and what you will get, for the best price. You won’t find this collection of cottages anywhere else, so pick your perfect place to stay from our exclusive portfolio.
7 nights from £395
Chybean
51161 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Falmouth.
A quaint and cosy Grade II Listed cottage, set in a tranquil beautiful location on a family-run farm. This charming cottage has lots of little quirky features due to its age, fr...
7 nights from £395
7 nights from £410
Pheasant Cottage
51211 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Falmouth, West Cornwall.
Welcome to Pheasant Cottage, a cute as a button Cornish cottage nestled in a rather lovely location close to the village of Stithians. Perfect for two, this dog-friendly retreat is...
7 nights from £410
