Family friendly holiday cottages in South England
Have your own space to be able to do things when you want in a family friendly, self catering holiday cottage in South England. The best family holidays leave little ones with memories for years to come, so book your ideal place to stay for a UK holiday with the kids.
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 112 self catering cottages for a family holiday in South England to show you.
7 nights from £358
1 Harrow Cottages
46421 bedroom self catering apartment near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
This charming first floor apartment is in Nettlestone, just up the hill from Seaview and within walking distance of the beach. Surrounded by countryside there are lovely views from...
7 nights from £358
7 nights from £369
The Tea Hut
44771 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage near Crowborough and the Ashdown Forest.
*Book a 3 night stay during February and March and receive a free pottery experience. Spaces are limited, so please check availability with our sales team prior to booking.* The...
7 nights from £369
7 nights from £500
Hayesland Lodge
57001 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Rye.
This gem is situated in a peaceful and tranquil setting in a National Landscape (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) with farmland views, a short drive from the coast and the me...
7 nights from £500
7 nights from £521 *
1 Thatched Cottage
35082 bedroom thatched, self catering cottage with sea views in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
If the restorative power of the sea appeals to you, 1 Thatched Cottage with its uninterrupted views is an ideal holiday home. This 19th Century semi-detached property combines old ...
7 nights from £521 *
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7 nights from £560 *
Valdora
49593 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
Perfectly situated in the heart of the charming village of Seaview, Valdora is a gorgeous holiday retreat, beautifully styled to offer the very best in contemporary living. Seaview...
7 nights from £560 *
7 nights from £560
Grace Cottage
42091 bedroom holiday cottage close to the sea near Ventnor, Isle of Wight
This gorgeous barn conversion is set within the grounds of the stunning North Grounds Farm, just outside the village of Chale Green on the southern side of the Island. For the envi...
7 nights from £560
7 nights from £593 *
Medleys Barn
44762 bedroom, dog-friendly self-catering cottage near Crowborough and the Ashdown Forest.
Medleys Barn in High Hurstwood is an ideal base for exploring Ashdown Forest or for visits to Glyndebourne. Once a cart barn on a well-established fruit farm, this charming barn co...
7 nights from £593 *
From £85 per night
Isla Rose
5948Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
This oh-so-romantic shepherd's hut for two lies in the beautiful countryside of West Sussex and offers an idyllic, peaceful escape that's dog friendly too. Just a mere two hours...
From £85 per night
From £85 per night
Douglas Fir
5290Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
Hidden away in the West Sussex countryside yet just two hours from London, this luxury shepherd's hut offers a magical escape for two. Beautiful and handcrafted, it has all you ...
From £85 per night
7 nights from £650
Nobby Nook
60061 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Battle.
This characterful gem, nestled in beautiful Sussex countryside, offers the perfect retreat for couples and solo travellers seeking a luxury escape. Nobby Nook is a lovingly conv...
7 nights from £650
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.
Whether you are escaping for the first time with your newborn or holidaying with the whole tribe, it is great to have your own space and to be able to do things when you want. Family holidays can seem stressful but we've thought of everything so when you arrive in your family holiday destination, you can put your feet up and just relax. Your family's cottage holiday starts here.
[Region] brings a wealth of opportunities for families of all ages; being away with the kids can be filled with exciting days out exploring new places, or more sedate members of the family needn't leave the luxury of the holiday cottage. There's even room for four-legged members of the family to make sure no-one is left out of what has the potential to be the best family holiday yet.
UK breaks for families can cater for all requirements; crazy adrenalin-fuelled action or chilled-out respites, summers by the sea or adventures out in the countryside. Family holidays in South England have all the above and more. The hard part is choosing which of our 112 family cottages in South England you want to stay in the most!