Cottages for a short break in  South West

Cottages for a short break in South West

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 West and treat yourself to a delightful getaway. Read more

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We have 760 self-catering cottages in South West available for a Short Break

Cedar House is a 6 bedroom, dog friendly self catering home near Topsham, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 12 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £3083 booking fees included

Cedar House

6223

6 bedroom, dog friendly self catering home near Topsham, South Devon.


Welcome to Cedar House; this superb Victorian residence is nestled within 1.6 acres of beautiful gardens and woodlands. Designed and finished to the highest standards, this gloriou...

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

7 nights from £3083

Urgles Farmhouse is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Sparkwell, Dartmoor.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1073 booking fees included

Urgles Farmhouse

6221

3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Sparkwell, Dartmoor.


Nestled within the wild and rugged beauty of Dartmoor National Park, Urgles Farmhouse is surrounded by its own wildflower filled fields and grazing Belted Galloway cattle, offering...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1073

Cobblers Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the sea in Hartland, Devon.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £673 booking fees included

Cobblers Cottage

6218

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the sea in Hartland, Devon.


Tucked away in the heart of Hartland village, just a short drive from the dramatic coastline, beautiful beaches and spectacular coastal paths of north Devon, Cobblers Cottage is a ...

  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £673

Penrose is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Charlestown.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £644 booking fees included

Penrose

6213

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Charlestown.


Perfectly located just a short stroll away from the charming harbourside village of Charlestown on the south coast of Cornwall, with its Grade II Listed harbour and connections to ...

  • Sleeps 4
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £644

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Sea Whisper is a 5 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Croyde, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2064 booking fees included

Sea Whisper

6173

5 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Croyde, North Devon.


Sea Whisper is a spacious, recently refurbished, five-bedroom family home in the heart of Croyde on the north Devon coast, sleeping up to eight guests. Set within a large private g...

  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2064

Wychbury is a 4 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Sidmouth, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2128 booking fees included

Wychbury

6220

4 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Sidmouth, South Devon.


When it comes to the perfect house for that special family getaway with family or friends, Wychbury is the ideal choice. This beautiful house boasts an outdoor heated swimming pool...

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

7 nights from £2128

New Mill is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bovey Tracey, Dartmoor.
  • Sleeps 5 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £586 booking fees included

New Mill

6191

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bovey Tracey, Dartmoor.


Welcome to this rather unique holiday retreat. New Mill is a rather deceiving name for this Grade II Listed watermill, which boasts many stunning original features, lovingly preser...

  • Sleeps 5 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £586

Hillside View is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.
  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £837 booking fees included

Hillside View

6215

3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.


Tucked away in the glorious Tamar Valley, Hillside View is a rather special holiday retreat where peace, beautiful countryside and the great outdoors are right on your doorstep. Wi...

  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £837

Box Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Croyde, Devon.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £739 * booking fees included

Box Cottage

6207

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Croyde, Devon.


In the heart of the charming village of Georgeham, just two miles from the golden sands of Croyde Bay and one mile from beautiful Putsborough Beach, Box Cottage is perfectly placed...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £739 *

Ruska is a Luxury cabin for two with an outdoor bath, privately nestled in the Forest of Dean.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £789 booking fees included

Ruska

6209

Luxury cabin for two with an outdoor bath, privately nestled in the Forest of Dean.


Sitting in the Gloucestershire countryside, this lakeside retreat for two offers a peaceful and romantic getaway. This gorgeous cabin has been lovingly handcrafted with luxury in m...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £789

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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...