Last minute cottages in Yorkshire
Home to sprawling landscapes peppered with ancient castles and idyllic villages, a last-minute holiday in Yorkshire promises adventure and culture aplenty. With the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors National Parks on your doorstep, you can fill your days with glorious walks across heather-topped moors and rolling hills, or you can take it a step further and climb one of the famous peaks for unbeatable views. For the history buffs, a visit to the cobbled streets of York Minster will reward you with ancient buildings, while the Brontë Parsonage invites you to step into the world of two of the country’s most famous writers. Explore our lovely self-catering holiday cottages for the perfect place to enjoy a spontaneous stay as you make the most of all Yorkshire has to offer.
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21 holiday cottages available for a last minute break in Yorkshire
7 nights from £633
No 9
60522 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near York.
Tucked away in a quiet gated community only steps from the pretty centre of the market town of Helmsley, sits No 9, a pretty two-storey cottage surrounded by beech hedging and with...
7 nights from £633
7 nights from £540
Yore View
59582 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Hawes.
A warm welcome awaits at Yore View in the Yorkshire Dales, perched on a ridge with amazing views over the countryside and surrounded by a large garden, this thoughtful renovation h...
7 nights from £540
7 nights from £645
Low Rigg
57703 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Muker.
Come and enjoy a break in the Yorkshire Dales and relax with the rustic charm of an original Yorkshire stone cottage. Semi-detached Low Rigg is huddled at the edge the charming vil...
7 nights from £645
7 nights from £890
The Old Farmhouse
57923 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Pickering.
Nestled on the edge of the North York Moors in the charming town of Pickering, this Grade II Listed terraced cottage effortlessly combines historic charm with contemporary luxury. ...
7 nights from £890
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7 nights from £436
Fell View
58123 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Hawes.
If you want to get away from it all, why not visit Fell View in Gunnerside! A cosy three bedroom cottage in the heart of the village with a local pub on your doorstep and a front c...
7 nights from £436
7 nights from £614
Dalesway Apartment
57962 bedroom self catering apartment in Ilkley
Set in the centre of the delightful spa town of Ilkley, this cosy retreat is ideal for guests who enjoy being within walking distance of shops, cafes and restaurants and for those ...
7 nights from £614
7 nights from £482
Joe House
57792 bedroom self catering cottage near Hawes.
If you are looking for a cottage with a true country feel and a location to match, Joe House is for you. Set in a picturesque hamlet only a couple of minutes from the quaint villag...
7 nights from £482
7 nights from £630
Nettlebed
57683 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Hawes.
Come away to Yorkshire and experience the authentic, rustic charm of an original Yorkshire stone cottage. Nettlebed is nestled on the hillside with amazing views over Swaledale and...
7 nights from £630
7 nights from £462
The Old Stable
5790A cosy 2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Hawes.
The Old Stable nestles in a splendid, elevated position with sweeping views across the Yorkshire Dales in the tiny hamlet of Crackpot. This cosy rustic cottage with original beams,...
7 nights from £462
7 nights from £588
School House
57043 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near the sea in Muston near Filey.
This charming gem of a cottage is located in the pretty village of Muston, Yorkshire, which is listed in the Domesday Book. Close to the seaside town of Filey and one of England's ...
7 nights from £588
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