Cottages for a short break in  Central England

Cottages for a short break in Central England

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 in Central England and treat yourself to a delightful getaway. Read more

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We have 28 self-catering cottages in Central England available for a Short Break

Kingfisher Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Leominster.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £506 *

Kingfisher Cottage

5949

3 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...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £506 *

2 Old Turnpike Cottages is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage with hot tub near Chipping Norton.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £804

2 Old Turnpike Cottages

5866

2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage with hot tub near Chipping Norton.


Tucked away in the picturesque village of Middle Barton, just a short drive from Chipping Norton and the exclusive Soho Farmhouse lies this quintessential, dog-friendly Cotswold Co...

  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £804

Readymade beds and fluffy towels; this simple but appreciated welcome is standard with us.

The Yew Trees is a 2 bedroom dog friendly self catering cottage near Cheltenham.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1168

The Yew Trees

5862

2 bedroom dog friendly self catering cottage near Cheltenham.


This charming holiday cottage, nestled in the peaceful countryside just outside Cheltenham and the gorgeous Cotswolds, offers the perfect retreat for a tranquil getaway. Set in a r...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1168

Fig Tree Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £680

Fig Tree Cottage

5850

2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon.


Perfectly situated within walking distance of the historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon lies this stylish Victorian dwelling, Fig Tree Cottage. A beautiful characterful terraced hom...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £680

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Wetley Abbey Cottage is a 4 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach near Leek.
  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £705

Wetley Abbey Cottage

5782

4 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach near Leek.


This stylish and contemporary four bedroom cottage, located in Wetley Rocks on the edge of the Peak District National Park, offers the perfect retreat for those seeking outdoor adv...

  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £705

The Gallery is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage near Burford.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £530

The Gallery

5756

2 bedroom self catering cottage near Burford.


The Gallery is a super spacious, light and airy, semi-detached Cotswold barn. It has a fully equipped kitchen that leads through to an open plan sitting/dining-room, with a hugely ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £530

Oak Tree Cottage is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage near Burford.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £565

Oak Tree Cottage

5741

2 bedroom self catering cottage near Burford.


Oak Tree Cottage is a delightful semi-detached barn conversion and is nestled next to its neighbour, The Gallery (5756). They can be booked together for larger gatherings. The acco...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £565

Tower View is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage in Broadway.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £840

Tower View

5735

2 bedroom self catering cottage in Broadway.


Situated in the highly desirable Cotswold village of Broadway, Tower View, a charming two bedroom annexe, is a delightful cottage and makes the perfect couple's retreat. Meticulous...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £840

We’ve been raising the standards of self catering holidays since 1977.

King John's Palace is a 6 bedroom self catering home near Burford
  • Sleeps 12 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

From £760 per night

King John's Palace

5730

6 bedroom self catering home near Burford


Stay in style at King John's Palace, where kings and queens resided before you. A beautiful historic home close to the quintessential Cotswold town of Burford. This unique hidden g...

  • Sleeps 12 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

From £760 per night

Botloes Farm Barn is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Newent.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £653

Botloes Farm Barn

5711

2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Newent.


This charming holiday let is a beautifully stylish converted barn situated within the serene surroundings of Botloes Farm, nestled amongst seven acres of picturesque landscapes com...

  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £653

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You don't need a whole week away to relax and recharge. Sometimes a short break is all you need to explore, adventure and take some time to yourself. Short breaks are perfect getaways year-round whether you’re looking for a spring escape, autumn adventure, or a cosy winter break. And no matter what time of year it is, we’ll have something for you, whether you need a dog friendly cottage, a place for the whole family, a cottage with a sea view or fancy a cottage with a hot tub. With short break cottages across the UK, we've got plenty to choose from.

Go on, treat yourself...