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
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 809 self-catering cottages in South West available for a Short Break
7 nights from £573 *
Boak Villa
59693 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Coverack, Cornwall.
Cradled into the hillside above the charming fishing village of Coverack, Boak Villa boasts a sunny disposition and offers some of the most spectacular sea views you'll find anywhe...
7 nights from £573 *
7 nights from £561 *
The Mowhay
59453 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Padstow, Cornwall.
Nestled in the rural hamlet of Crugmeer, surrounded by glorious countryside yet only a 15-minute walk to Cornwall’s dramatic north coast and a mile from Cornwall’s foodie hotspot o...
7 nights from £561 *
7 nights from £1410 *
Coastview
59476 bedroom holiday home with sea views near Marazion, West Cornwall.
Situated above the sweeping sands of Mount's Bay, Coastview is a truly exceptional detached holiday home in the heart of picturesque Perranuthnoe. Just a stone's throw away from th...
7 nights from £1410 *
From £134 per night
Hush
5963Unique off-grid bespoke cabin in Devon
A romantic woodland wonderland awaits at Hush, a stunning 'truffle' house deep in the heart of Devon that's all about getting back to nature and a more peaceful way of life - bliss...
From £134 per night
From £134 per night
Sun-Dapple
5964Unique off-grid bespoke cabin in Devon
Find your own little slice of woodland heaven at this Danish designed wooden beauty nestled in the heart of Devon - a peaceful, architectural marvel hidden among the oak trees! ...
From £134 per night
7 nights from £568
Beach House
59512 bedroom apartment with sea views in Mevagissey, South Cornwall.
Perfectly positioned on the seafront overlooking the sandy shores of Portmellon beach close to Mevagissey in south west Cornwall, Beach House is a duplex apartment located in a gor...
7 nights from £568
7 nights from £725
Sherborne
58542 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Whitsand Bay.
Take the short walk down the coastal path to this charming get-away-from-it-all coastal retreat and prepare to be blown away by the spectacular views that appear right before you -...
7 nights from £725
7 nights from £1311
Summers
58773 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
Sitting in prime position with panoramic views across St Mawes harbour towards Pendennis and St Mawes castle, Summers is a stunning, contemporary holiday home with stylish interior...
7 nights from £1311
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From £198 per night
Daskor Treehouse
5859Luxury dog friendly treehouse with outdoor bathtub in Gweek, Cornwall
Welcome to this fabulously secluded Scandi sojourn tucked away amongst the trees. With stunning interiors, a wood-burner and balcony with outdoor bath, this is a gorgeously luxurio...
From £198 per night
7 nights from £652
Florian
5939Dog friendly converted shipping container with outdoor bath tub near Cheddar.
This bijou beauty is just perfect for romantic getaways or for solo travellers seeking to escape the everyday. A stunning converted shipping container, it boasts idyllic countrysid...
7 nights from £652
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...
