Summer Holiday Cottages
Find your perfect summer holiday cottage and get ready to create special memories, explore those hidden corners of the UK and savour every summertime moment. Spend long summer days discovering pretty villages, enjoying long walks in the warm summer breeze and take a little time to scout out the perfect picnic spot, before returning to your holiday home.Read more
Unwind into warm evenings with barbecues and breath-taking sunsets and discover your perfect summer holiday with our exclusive collection of luxury self catering cottages. Did you know you can now pay your holiday in monthly instalments? Find out more here.
Enjoy summer by the sea in one of our coastal cottages or get away from it all with an idyllic rural escape. Whether you’re looking for a self catering holiday for some quality family time or a romantic couples getaway, take the time to unwind into a slower pace of life with your loved ones by your side.
We have 1246 self catering cottages for the school summer holidays.
7 nights from £1113
Ivy House
56114 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Thirsk.
Nestled in the picturesque Yorkshire village of Borrowby, Ivy House is a beautifully renovated farmhouse steeped in history and with bags of character which gives a nod to its hist...
7 nights from £1113
7 nights from £1055
Bluebells
56242 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Bridport, Dorset.
Tucked away in a quiet location, yet just a stone's throw from bustling Bridport and the Jurassic Coast, you will find Bluebells. Situated at the end of a pretty row of cottages, t...
7 nights from £1055
7 nights from £1038
Thanckes Lodge
55783 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Whitsand Bay.
Seeking a seaside escape, then come and discover our coastal homestay, with stunning ocean views, a short stroll to the beach, use of a private spa area and miles of coastal walks ...
7 nights from £1038
7 nights from £1164
Beacon Hill Barn
56442 bedroom self catering cottage near Midhurst.
This gorgeous barn sits in the heart of the South Downs National Park providing an excellent base for all types of rural pursuits and is perfectly positioned for visiting the towns...
7 nights from £1164
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.
7 nights from £1254
Inglefield
56374 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in St Helens.
This beautiful home close to Bembridge Harbour is a space to enjoy with family and friends. From exploring the bays and beaches to the rolling countryside and historic castles, Ing...
7 nights from £1254
7 nights from £638
Horizons
55481 bedroom apartment with sea views in Ilfracombe, North Devon.
Perched high, with a bird's eye view of Ilfracombe harbour and the horizon beyond, you will discover this gorgeous coastal apartment that offers the perfect north Devon location fo...
7 nights from £638
7 nights from £673
Rock
55492 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Ilfracombe, Devon.
This newly renovated artist-style residence located in Ilfracombe's harbour area is a short flat walk to Wildersmouth beach and the harbour. The house has been refurbished to high ...
7 nights from £673
7 nights from £910
The Little Dairy Park Farm
56362 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Ryde, Isle of Wight.
This welcoming retreat is close to the pretty village of Seaview and the sandy beach at Ryde, and has the Isle of Wight Gin Distillery within walking distance. Thoughtfully present...
7 nights from £910
7 nights from £1428 *
Woodlands
56235 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Exmouth, South Devon.
Introducing a super family-friendly home, lovingly furnished and equipped to offer that perfect venue for any special celebration or multigenerational family holiday. Woodlands off...
7 nights from £1428 *
7 nights from £1040
The Boathouse
55532 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Helford.
Sheltering under a canopy of oak foliage, this former boathouse rests at the water's edge on the tranquil banks of the Helford River. It has been lovingly yet sympathetically resto...
7 nights from £1040
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.