Cottages for a short break in South 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 South 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 114 self-catering cottages in South England available for a Short Break
7 nights from £669 *
Austin House
60193 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Worthing.
Situated in the heart of Worthing, just a short walk from the seafront with its long promenade and Victorian pier, this spacious house is perfect for family get-togethers and those...
7 nights from £669 *
7 nights from £557
Pomona Annexe
60532 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Battle.
Located just a short drive from the stunning Sussex coast and a short ten-minute walk to the RSPB Fore Wood Nature Reserve and the iconic town of Battle, Pomona Annexe is a charmin...
7 nights from £557
7 nights from £653 *
Rockfield Lodge
60543 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Battle.
Situated in beautiful grounds just outside the medieval town of Battle and a short drive from Hastings and St Leonards-on-Sea, this delightful lodge offers a spacious holiday abode...
7 nights from £653 *
7 nights from £842 *
The Police House
60514 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Seaview.
Perfectly situated in the heart of the charming village of Seaview on the stunning east coast of the Isle of Wight, The Police House is a delightful, detached holiday home located ...
7 nights from £842 *
7 nights from £1388
Ellenhall
59904 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Battle.
Escape to this picture-perfect countryside retreat which sits in a salubrious location in the High Weald National Landscape (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). Surrounded by anci...
7 nights from £1388
7 nights from £378
Carter's Cottage
60051 bedroom self catering cottage near Hailsham.
This cosy and well-appointed semi-detached country retreat sits on a working heavy horse farm, perfect for couples or solo travellers looking to unwind, reconnect and enjoy the slo...
7 nights from £378
7 nights from £486
Seascape
59442 bedroom self catering apartment with sea views in Ventnor, Isle of Wight.
Located in the cosmopolitan town of Ventnor within a Victorian townhouse, Seascape is a modern two-bedroom, ground floor, apartment with spectacular sea views overlooking the bay. ...
7 nights from £486
7 nights from £984
Maybury
59913 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
Your dream coastal escape awaits in Seaview! Escape to elegant Maybury and stay in this beautifully styled home with sandy beaches and village amenities on your doorstep. This blis...
7 nights from £984
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From £85 per night
Isla Rose
5948Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
This oh-so-romantic shepherd's hut for two lies in the beautiful countryside of West Sussex and offers an idyllic, peaceful escape that's dog friendly too. Just a mere two hours...
From £85 per night
Little Oak Farm
7 nights from £254
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...
