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 1056 self-catering cottages in the UK available for a Short Break
7 nights from £573 *
Boak Villa
59693 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Coverack, Cornwall.
Cradled into the hillside above the charming fishing village of Coverack, Boak Villa boasts a sunny disposition and offers some of the most spectacular sea views you'll find anywhe...
7 nights from £573 *
7 nights from £561 *
The Mowhay
59453 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Padstow, Cornwall.
Nestled in the rural hamlet of Crugmeer, surrounded by glorious countryside yet only a 15-minute walk to Cornwall’s dramatic north coast and a mile from Cornwall’s foodie hotspot o...
7 nights from £561 *
7 nights from £875
Honeystones
59463 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage with sea views in Hunstanton.
Boasting fabulous far-reaching sea views across The Wash and perfectly situated close to the iconic lighthouse on the clifftop of Old Hunstanton, Honeystones is a relaxing holiday ...
7 nights from £875
7 nights from £1410 *
Coastview
59476 bedroom holiday home with sea views near Marazion, West Cornwall.
Situated above the sweeping sands of Mount's Bay, Coastview is a truly exceptional detached holiday home in the heart of picturesque Perranuthnoe. Just a stone's throw away from th...
7 nights from £1410 *
From £134 per night
Hush
5963Unique off-grid bespoke cabin in Devon
A romantic woodland wonderland awaits at Hush, a stunning 'truffle' house deep in the heart of Devon that's all about getting back to nature and a more peaceful way of life - bliss...
From £134 per night
From £134 per night
Sun-Dapple
5964Unique off-grid bespoke cabin in Devon
Find your own little slice of woodland heaven at this Danish designed wooden beauty nestled in the heart of Devon - a peaceful, architectural marvel hidden among the oak trees! ...
From £134 per night
7 nights from £568
Beach House
59512 bedroom apartment with sea views in Mevagissey, South Cornwall.
Perfectly positioned on the seafront overlooking the sandy shores of Portmellon beach close to Mevagissey in south west Cornwall, Beach House is a duplex apartment located in a gor...
7 nights from £568
7 nights from £506 *
Kingfisher Cottage
59493 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Leominster.
Tucked away in the peaceful Herefordshire countryside, this charming and character-filled cottage offers a perfect blend of traditional style and modern luxury. Surrounded by a bea...
7 nights from £506 *
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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.
From £86 per night
Albie's Freight Train
5967Dog friendly vintage railway carriage with a wood-fired hot tub near Richmond.
All aboard this little beauty, a stunning converted train carriage complete with wood-fired hot tub. It's the perfect romantic, dog friendly getaway for two with gorgeous countrysi...
From £86 per night
7 nights from £725
Sherborne
58542 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Whitsand Bay.
Take the short walk down the coastal path to this charming get-away-from-it-all coastal retreat and prepare to be blown away by the spectacular views that appear right before you -...
7 nights from £725
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.
