We have 1183 self-catering cottages in the UK available for a Short Break
7 nights from £580
Seagull House
53033 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Appledore, Devon.
Perfectly located in the charming village of Appledore, with the pretty harbourside, shops and galleries just a stroll away, Seagull House is a beautiful holiday abode found in a t...
7 nights from £580
7 nights from £785 *
Pengelly Manor
53175 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Tavistock, North Cornwall.
Offering country living at its best, Pengelly Manor is a stunning detached manor house, situated near to the peaceful hamlet of Linkinhorne on the doorstep of beautiful Bodmin Moor...
7 nights from £785 *
From £79 per night
Sammi's Freight Train
5287Dog friendly vintage railway carriage with wood-fired hot tub near Richmond.
Immerse yourself in a restful rural getaway and escape the rush of everyday life. Disappear into the heart of the Yorkshire Dales and return for evening starlit soaks in the wood-f...
From £79 per night
7 nights from £481
Cala Lily
5289Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
With countryside views and just two hours from London, Cala Lily is a luxury shepherd's hut situated in the beautiful countryside of West Sussex and offers a dreamy escape where yo...
7 nights from £481
Our property managers are local experts who handpick perfect places to stay.
Local experts
We scour the coast and country to winkle out bits worth sharing with you, the best properties in lovely locations. While we’re out and about, we gather together the best things to do so that you can start planning your holiday as soon as you’ve booked.
The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
7 nights from £712
Strawberry Water Cottage
53222 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Welcombe, North Devon.
*Newly available for 2026* A few minutes' walk from the beach, nestled in the tranquil and peaceful setting of Welcombe on the north Devon coastline, you will discover this deli...
7 nights from £712
7 nights from £481
Douglas Fir
5290Dog friendly shepherds hut near Pulborough.
Hidden away in the West Sussex countryside yet just two hours from London, this luxury shepherd's hut offers a magical escape for two. Beautiful and handcrafted, it has all you ...
7 nights from £481
7 nights from £825 *
Henrosa
53182 bedroom, dog friendly cabin with hot tub near Bude, North Cornwall.
Welcome to Henrosa, a beautifully crafted hideaway with a bubbling hot tub and stunning panoramic views of the Cornish countryside. Just a short stroll from the pretty village of M...
7 nights from £825 *
From £56 per night
The Pilchard Shed
5278Cabin near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
Just a stone's throw away from the vibrant harbourside in the magical Roseland village of St Mawes, The Pilchard Shed is an oh so cute hideaway, tucked up a cobbled pathway and per...
From £56 per night
7 nights from £632
Ginger Hideaway
5311Dog friendly cottage with outdoor bath near Mawgan Porth, North Cornwall.
Nestled in a gorgeous hidden valley and surrounded by beautiful Cornish countryside, is where you will find Ginger Hideaway. A stunning contemporary abode, lovingly crafted and per...
7 nights from £632
7 nights from £1277
Maypool Hideaway
5299Luxury 1 bedroom lodge with sea views near Brixham, Devon.
Beautifully crafted and with captivating views at every turn, Maypool Hideaway is a delightful and luxurious retreat nestled in the verdant countryside of south Devon, with captiva...
7 nights from £1277
Need more time? Reserve any cottage for up to 24 hours before booking.
24hr no commitment reservations
You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.
