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- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
This tranquil detached bungalow is found in the market town of Llanfyllin in Powys. Ideal for an artistic retreat. Peaceful location. Bike/kayak storage. Llangynog 9.3 miles; Powys 13.5 miles; Snowdonia National Park 35.1 miles. (Ref. 960822)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £387
- Sleeps5
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
A lovely two-bedroom detached lodge resting in Newnham Bridge, Worcestershire. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Pet-free Private garden. Ludlow 11.5 miles; Worcester 19 miles; Hereford 27.1 miles. (Ref. 1089207)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £477
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
An immaculate three-storey property overlooking Whitby harbour. High spec. Ideal for families. Within walking distance to amenities and beach. Robin Hood’s Bay 5.1 miles; Scarborough 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1037782)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
3 nights from £961
- Sleeps23
- Bedrooms10
- PetsNo
A remarkable detached farmhouse resting in Cleobury Mortimer in Shropshire, En-suites, Garden, Rural, Large, Contemporary, Ludlow 11.7 miles; Bridgnorth 14.7 miles. (Ref. 983820)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £3174
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A remarkable single-storey lodge resting on the picturesque grounds of Brean Country Club, Somerset. Open-plan. Contemporary. Lake Views. Burnham-on-Sea 4 miles; Weston-super-Mare 9.5 miles; Glastonbury 19 miles. (Ref. 1081562)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £650
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
A stunning ground-floor apartment resting within the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Close to amenities. Enclosed patio. Luxury. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1050480)
- Wi-fi
- Electric vehicle charging
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £1006
- Sleeps12
- Bedrooms6
- PetsYes
An impressive family-friendly property resting in the centre of Llandudno on the coast of Wales. Pet-friendly. Traditional interiors. Spacious. Games room. Sea views. WiFi. Rhos on Sea 4.2 miles; Conwy 4.5 miles. (Ref. 986800)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
3 nights from £1077
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps7
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
67 Bridge End is a wonderful, pet-friendly cottage situated in Warwick, Warwickshire, with woodburning stove, open-plan living space, and enclosed garden. Royal Leamington Spa 2.8 miles; Stratford-Upon-Avon 10.9 miles. (Ref. 1006668)
- Wi-fi
- Electric vehicle charging
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £904
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
A quaint bungalow overlooking Cruden Bay Golf course, Aberdeenshire. Sea views. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Peterhead 8.3 miles; Ellon 11.3 miles; Aberdeen 22.9 miles. (Ref. 1098838)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £646
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
An outstanding four-bedroom detached house in Kingsdown, Kent. Beautiful sea views. Balcony. Child and pet-friendly. Deal 4.3 miles; Dover 7.9 miles; Canterbury 21.9 miles. (Ref. 1096667)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £1747
- Sleeps5
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
A well-presented property based in the village of Newton on Derwent, East Riding of Yorkshire. Enclosed garden. Open-plan. Electric fire. York 8.8 miles; Hull 30.2 miles. (Ref. 1134542)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £606
- Sleeps20
- Bedrooms10
- PetsYes
Stapleford Farm is a wonderful farm stay located in the charming little village of Hooke near Beaminster, Dorset and has several en-suite bedrooms. Bridport 6 miles; Crewkerne 7 miles; Lyme Regis 15 miles. (Ref. 1172799)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Ground floor bedroom
- Washing machine
- Games room
3 nights from £2833
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
A pretty, two-bedroom cottage resting in Norham, Northumberland. Close to amenities. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Berwick-upon-Tweed 7.3 miles; Wooler 16.3 miles; Alnwick 34.9 miles. (Ref. 1100941)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £579
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- Sleeps12
- Bedrooms6
- PetsYes
Glanduad Fawr is an outstanding holiday home near Nevern in Pembrokeshire. Family-friendly. Dog-friendly. Spacious. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Cardigan 8.1 miles. Fishguard 11.2 miles. Aberporth 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1144820)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
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10% off - Sun 4th May to 24th May 2025
3 nights from £1450
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps14
- Bedrooms7
- PetsYes
Penny Bridge House is an elegant, six-bedroom home resting in Penny Bridge near Ulverston, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Games room. Near National Park. Coniston Water 8.2 miles; Lake Windermere 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1130855)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £1870
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- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
Brynmar is a lovely ground-floor apartment resting along the coast in the town of Heysham, Lancashire. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Dishwasher. Near shop. Morecambe 2.5 miles; Lancaster 6.1 miles. (Ref. 1155702)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
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10% off - Fri 23rd May to 30th May 2025
3 nights from £464
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsNo
This charming single-storey cottage rests in Upton Upon Severn, Worcester. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Romantic. Garden with furniture. Worcester 10.1 miles; Great Malvern 8.6 miles; Tewkesbury 6 miles; Cheltenham 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1079806)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Washing machine
3 nights from £437
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
A lovely reverse-level farmhouse and annexe resting in St. Weonards, Herefordshire. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Ross-on-Wye 10.8 miles; Hereford 11.3 miles; Ledbury 21 miles. (Ref. 1122446)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £804
- Sleeps10
- Bedrooms5
- PetsYes
Nanthir is a quirky, three-storey property set in its own grounds in the hamlet of David’s Well, Powys. Five bedrooms. Rural location. Quirky features. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Llandrindod Wells 17.3 miles; Aberystwyth 39.6 miles. (Ref. 1142755)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £1121
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- Sleeps10
- Bedrooms5
- PetsYes
This contemporary-styled property rests in west Wales, on the outskirts of Kidwelly. All-ground-floor. Historic surroundings. Open-plan living. Carmarthen 7.3 miles; Llanelli 11.6 miles; Swansea 22.8 miles. (Ref. 984473)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
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10% off - Wed 30th Apr to 30th Jun 2025
3 nights from £1255
If you’re hoping to book your next break on the fly, then why not treat yourself to a stay at one of these last-minute cottages and explore the beautiful landscapes of the UK? Offering a hassle-free option for a getaway, these last-minute holiday cottages are sure to impress all types of holiday-goers, no matter what you’re hoping to get up to on your next staycation!
Why Last-Minute Holiday Cottages?
If you’re hoping to secure your next staycation but haven’t planned or booked anything yet, then you’ve come to the right place for last-minute holidays in the UK! Featuring a hand-picked selection of the best properties with late availability scattered across the British Isles, each one offers a high level of flexibility and makes for a great alternative to going abroad.
After all, why deal with all the stress of airport security when you can jump in the car or on the train to one of these last-minute cottages? And on top of all that, what’s best about booking cottages for last-minute holidays is that you’re more than likely to bag a great deal, as many of these last-minute cottages are reduced in price compared to booking in advance.
For plenty of ideas on what to get up to during your last-minute holiday in the UK, be sure to read our fantastic UK Travel Guide.
Places to Visit during Last-Minute Holidays
Even if you’re trying to book the perfect getaway on a tight schedule, there’s an abundance of fantastic places to go for a last-minute holiday in the UK. Whether you fancy a last-minute holiday in Wales or a last-minute holiday in Scotland, there’s no shortage of fantastic options to consider. Not only that, but there’s also plenty of opportunity to book a last-minute holiday in Ireland too, for those of you looking to venture across the Irish Sea for your next staycation!
Starting with England, the largest and most populous country in the UK, there’s no shortage of amazing regions and national parks where you can book one of these last-minute holiday cottages. With some of the most popular regions being places like the Lake District, the Cotswolds, Cornwall and the Yorkshire Dales, each offers their own unique rural charm and character and make for wonderful places to consider spending a last-minute UK holiday.
Alternatively, Wales can also make for a brilliant location for booking last-minute holiday cottages. Boasting a host of beautiful national parks like Snowdonia, the Brecon Beacons and Cardigan Bay, here you’ll find miles of golden sandy beaches, lush countryside and some of Britain’s tallest peaks. What’s best is that many of the country’s best regions can be easily reached from England, making it a wonderful place to consider going on a last-minute holiday in the UK if you’re based just across the border.
Situated in the northern reaches of the British Isles is Scotland, another fantastic place to consider booking one of these last-minute cottages, especially if you’re after a secluded break away from the stresses of everyday life. Home to the enchanting Highlands that’s home to natural landmarks like Ben Nevis, the tallest mountain in the British Isles. Other amazing regions include the Scottish Islands, famous for their white sandy beaches and natural beauty.
On the other hand, if you’re happy to venture a bit further away from home, then Ireland can make for an unforgettable place to consider booking one of these last-minute holiday cottages. Easily reachable from the UK via flight or ferry, this rural country boasts many properties to consider booking, dotted around stunning regions like the Wild Atlantic Way and the mountains of County Wicklow to name just a couple.
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Types of Last-Minute Holidays
Whatever you want from your last-minute holidays, you'll be sure to find the ideal property to book from this selection of thousands!
If a break with a little opulence is on the agenda, then we’d highly recommend choosing one of these last-minute hot tub breaks, perfect if you’re looking for a property where you can truly relax and unwind after a busy day. Prefer something more rustic? If so, then take a look at this array of last-minute log cabins... or combine the two and treat yourselves to breathtaking views from the comfort of a last-minute lodge with a hot tub!
Or if you're simply hoping to get away from the office for a few days to get stuck into some important tasks, why not consider a workcation? And for those of you hoping for a classic staycation experience, then one of these last-minute holiday park breaks would be perfect as well. You can also choose from these last-minute weekend breaks. Failing that, our complete collection of all available cottage complexes and chalet parks and self-catering holiday cottages will be sure to help you out even further.