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Weekend Breaks & Short Breaks in the UK

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Stunning barn conversion, full of character with a spacious living room adding to the authentic rustic charm. Two bedrooms with a large vaulted master with exposed beams and en-suite and a twin with zip and link beds. Rural location 2 miles from Lanivet (Ref. 974708)

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3 nights from £430

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Set on a small development on the outskirts of LLangaffo, Cosy Barn is a delightful barn conversion. Rural setting with countryside views, TV. (Ref. 1008788)

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3 nights from £424

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A charming two-bedroom cottage resting on a working farm in Goodmanham Wold, York. Woodburning stove. En-suite bedrooms. Private patio. York 24.1 miles. (Ref. 958392)

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3 nights from £317

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Pretty semi-detached barn conversion, spacious rooms, quality accommodation, exposed beams, en-suite bathroom, WiFi, lovely garden. Off road parking. Holsworthy under two miles. Bude 10 miles (Ref. 986856)

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3 nights from £457

  • Sleeps4
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A contemporary two-bedroom second-floor apartment settled in Torquay, Devon. Open-plan. Washing machine. Sea views. Paignton 3.5 miles; Brixham 8.7 miles; Dartmoor 15.1 miles. (Ref. 1101746)

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3 nights from £837

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    4.2

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A hand-crafted shepherd's hut resting in a scenic caravan site in Llanrug, North Wales. River views. Romantic. Off-road parking. Decked terrace. Caernarfon 4.3 miles; Llanberis 4.3 miles; Betws-y-Coed 20.6 miles. (Ref. 1106186)

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3 nights from £267

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    4.9

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A delightful stone cottage resting on the outskirts of Skipton. Woodburning Stove. Countryside setting. Paddocks with farm animals. Grassington 10 miles; Keighley 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1042331)

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3 nights from £430

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.4

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A charming holiday home in Boulmer near Longhoughton, Northumberland. Close to beach. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Woodburning stove. Alnwick 6.4 miles; Seahouses 16 miles; Bamburgh 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1122047)

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3 nights from £635

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Arenig Lakeside Apartment is a stylish, lakeside abode resting on the outskirts of Bala, Gwynedd. Lakeside position. Open-plan living. Romantic. In National Park. Bala 1.7 miles; Llangollen 22.8 miles; Barmouth 26.9 miles. (Ref. 1142027)

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3 nights from £472

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A beachfront semi-detached, single-storey cottage resting in Kewstoke, Somerset. Pet-friendly. Electric fire. Close to beach. Weston-super-Mare 3.6 miles; Clevedon 10.7 miles; Bristol 21 miles. (Ref. 1051449)

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3 nights from £448

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  • Bedrooms9
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An immaculate, luxury house with two separate outhouses set in the Lancashire town of Clitheroe. Sauna suite. Gym. Cinema room. (Ref. 965445)

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  • Hot Tub
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3 nights from £2806

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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Superb stable conversion, in peaceful countryside near Alnmouth. Romantic retreat with four poster bed. Glorious views. Alnmouth 1.5 miles. Short breaks all year. (Ref. 820)

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3 nights from £321

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    3.8

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A large, mid-terrace cottage, close to the centre of Blackpool. Permit roadside parking. Close to amenities. Enclosed garden. Preston 15.9 miles; Lancaster 32.9 miles. (Ref. 1037528)

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3 nights from £434

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A delectable little cottage set in the pretty seaside town of Whitstable in Kent. Wooden beams. Amenities walking distance. Delightful garden. Herne Bay 5 miles. (Ref. 960930)

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3 nights from £343

  • Sleeps4
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    4.8

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Luxury detached barn conversion midway between Corbridge and Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Open beams, woodburning stove and fabulous kitchen. Ideal for touring Hadrian's Wall, the Tyne Valley and Northumberland. Corbridge 7 miles. (Ref. 30884)

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3 nights from £459

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A welcoming home situated in a cul-de-sac within Adderbury. Patio garden. Off-road parking. WiFi. Deddington 2.8 miles; Banbury 3 miles; Soho Farmhouse 8 miles; Stratford-upon-Avon 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1102267)

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3 nights from £459

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    4.9

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Homely rural cottage near Ballysadare in County Sligo. Cosy and comfortable. Superb fishing base. Mountain views to front. Excellent touring base. Sligo 4 miles. (Ref. 928800)

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3 nights from £172

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    4.7

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A beautifully-presented, single-storey lodge residing in Winterborne Stickland near Blandford Forum, Dorset. Pet-friendly. Ground-floor living. In an AONB. Thornicombe 5.8 miles; Child Okeford 7.3 miles; Moors Valley Country Park & Forest 21.7 miles. (Ref. 1133242)

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3 nights from £355

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    4.8

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This delightful stone cottage rests on the outskirts of East Allington, Devon. Open-plan living. Off-road parking. Kingsbridge 4 miles. (Ref. 1016505)

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3 nights from £364

  • Sleeps4
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    4.6

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A well-appointed, two-bedroom cottage resting in St Ann's Chapel, Devon. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities and beach. Pet-friendly. Sea glimpses. Kingsbridge 6.4 miles; Salcombe 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1131105)

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3 nights from £446

This collection of weekend breaks in the UK and short breaks in the UK offers a fantastic escape to cities steeped in history, as well as destinations set in rolling countryside. Take a break from the hustle and bustle and explore the delights of the UK - from sleepy hamlets to coastal weekend getaways, and rustic adventures – when you book mini breaks in the UK. 

Why Weekend Breaks and Short Breaks? 

Cottage weekend breaks in the UK provide you with something to look forward to, all without the need to negotiate time off from work. Spend leisurely Sundays hiking through the UK's untamed landscapes, retreat to the seaside to recharge after a busy week or find solace in a rural village; the opportunities are endless with UK weekend breaks. 

Short breaks in the UK are ideal for any occasion! Whether you’re a family in search of adventurous fun near a national park, a group of friends seeking relaxation in a lodge with a hot tub, or a couple yearning for a romantic getaway; these UK short breaks offer it all. 

These short breaks start at a two-night stay. So, whether you’re after lovely lodges, spacious homes, or rustic abodes with crackling woodburning stoves, you can find your ideal mini breaks here! 

Places to visit during Weekend Breaks and Short Breaks 

There are so many wonderful locations to uncover during these short breaks! Why not savour a weekend break in Scotland? Amazing sights, a wealth of outdoor activities and historic attractions are just a few highlights here. For even more outdoor fun during your UK weekend break, we recommend booking a short break in North Wales or a short break in the Lake District

Other must-visit regions offering short breaks in the UK include: 

Cheshire short breaks 

Cornwall short breaks

Cotswolds short breaks 

Derbyshire short breaks 

Devon short breaks

Dorset short breaks 

Hampshire short breaks 

Ireland short breaks 

Isle of Wight short breaks

Kent short breaks

Lancashire short breaks 

Lincolnshire short breaks 

North Yorkshire short breaks 

Northumberland short breaks 

Pembrokeshire short breaks 

Shropshire short breaks 

Somerset short breaks 

Suffolk short breaks 

Surrey short breaks 

Wiltshire short breaks

Types of Short Breaks & Weekend Breaks 

Want to treat your loved one to a special weekend break? We recommend browsing this hand-picked selection of romantic weekend getaways. Alternatively, enjoy a long weekend away with those who mean most by choosing a bank holiday weekend cottage. If you prefer a secluded holiday, you should explore this array of log cabin weekend breaks or weekend caravan breaks

Browse these cottages for 2-night stays for your next short break, or if you fancy exploring a new place at a slightly quieter time, these midweek breaks will be ideal.

However, if you want to enjoy a short break during the festive period, these Christmas and New Year short breaks are the perfect choice. Alternatively, get even more out of winter by enjoying a winter short break. If you’d prefer short getaways at a warmer time of year, perhaps these autumn short breaks are a better choice. 

Can’t decide? Check out this broad range of self-catering UK holiday cottages to find the ideal property for you.