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
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 28 self-catering cottages in Central England available for a Short Break
7 nights from £420
Elfie
6062Fairytale cabin with wood-burner and landscape views in Shropshire.
Nestled in the heart of the Shropshire Hills, this unique hideaway is a fairytale getaway, come to life. Only five miles from the Welsh border, this otherworldly structure could ha...
7 nights from £420
7 nights from £868
Knouchley Cottage
60322 bedroom self catering cottage near Bakewell.
From the moment you turn off the road and onto the drive to Knouchley Cottage you will know you are arriving at your perfect holiday retreat. Sublimely positioned amidst the hills ...
7 nights from £868
7 nights from £588 *
Kettle Cottage
60262 bedroom self catering cottage in Chipping Campden.
Kettle Cottage is a charming two bedroom, two bathroom cottage tucked down a little cobbled alley and resting in the very heart of Chipping Campden, just a stone’s throw from the t...
7 nights from £588 *
From £82 per night
Hornbeam Hideaway
6028Tipi with wood-fired outdoor bath near Hereford.
Reconnect with nature and book a getaway to your very own Tipi, hand-made in the Sioux-style and tucked away in the rolling Herefordshire countryside. Hornbeam Hideaway has eve...
From £82 per night
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7 nights from £747
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 £747
7 nights from £724
2 Old Turnpike Cottages
58662 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage with hot tub near Chipping Norton.
Sitting in the picturesque village of Middle Barton, just a short drive from Chipping Norton and the exclusive Soho Farmhouse, Diddly Squat Farm and The Farmers Dog pub, lies this ...
7 nights from £724
7 nights from £1051 *
The Yew Trees
58622 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...
7 nights from £1051 *
7 nights from £580
The Gallery
57562 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 ...
7 nights from £580
7 nights from £575
Oak Tree Cottage
57412 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...
7 nights from £575
From £760 per night
King John's Palace
57306 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...
From £760 per night
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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.
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