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Mimosa is a superb, two-storey property resting in Dawlish, Devon. Close to amenities and a beach. Enclosed garden. Smart TV. Near Dartmoor National Park. Teignmouth 3.3 miles; Exeter 13.9 miles; Exmouth 20.3 miles (Ref. 1112964)

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3 nights from $767

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    4.9

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Little Holmans is a romantic, single-storey abode residing in Lewes, East Sussex. Close to amenities. Near an AONB. Open-plan. Dog-friendly. Brighton 12.5 miles; Eastbourne 21.3 miles; Hastings 32.8 miles. (Ref. 1138121)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from $529

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    4.9

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Stonerow Cottage is a lovely, two-bedroom abode residing in Lingdale near Boosbeck, North Yorkshire. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities. Near the North York Moors National Park. Saltburn-by-the-Sea 4.5 miles; Staithes 9.4 miles; Whitby 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1143043)

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3 nights from $572

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from $665

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    4.5

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An elegant first floor apartment within the stunning Mar Lodge near Braemar, Scotland. Four-poster king-size bedroom. Large estate. Off-road parking. Romantic. Braemar 4.2 miles; Ballater 20.9 miles; Aberdeen 60.8 miles. (Ref. 1060439)

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3 nights from $1097

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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 $679

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A delightful two-bedroom apartment resting on the outskirts of Cononley. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Skipton 4.1 miles; Haworth 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1067340)

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3 nights from $625

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    4.7

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A charming, stone-built cottage resting in Clapham, North Yorkshire. Woodburning stove. Open-plan. Enclosed garden. Countryside views. Settle 7.2 miles; Ingleton 7.6 miles; Skipton 22.1 miles. (Ref. 1067832)

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3 nights from $770

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    4.7

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A lovely two-bedroom hayloft conversion set on Blaze Farm in Wildboarclough, Cheshire. In a National Park. Smart TV. Romantic. On-site facilities. Macclesfield 7 miles; Buxton 7.3 miles. (Ref. 1103819)

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3 nights from $626

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Stunning coastal cottage with an elevated position in the idyllic, Cornish village of Constantine Bay, near Padstow. WiFi. Open-plan living. Sunny terrace. Beach 10 mins walk. (Ref. 985296)

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3 nights from $2336

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    4.6

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A modern cottage with two bedrooms in Dartmouth with Terrace. Off-road parking. Wi-Fi. Strictly no smoking or pets. (Ref. 995157)

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3 nights from $862

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    4.8

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A charming, detached bungalow on a working dairy farm in the town of Whithorn in Dumfries and Galloway. Hot tub. Large garden. Lovely views. Catlewigg 2.3 miles; Wigtown 10.8 miles; Newton Stewart 17.4 miles. (Ref. 1024145)

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3 nights from $1056

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This charming third-floor apartment rests in the harbour town of Salcombe, Devon. Open-plan. Balcony. Secure private parking. Kingsbridge 6.8 miles; Dartmouth 21.1 miles; Plymouth 25 miles. (Ref. 1053803)

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3 nights from $1406

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    4.9

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A charming detached cottage nestled on the outskirts of Penryn, Cornwall. Gas fire. Large enclosed garden. En-suite. Falmouth 1 mile; Truro 9 miles. (Ref. 1008405)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from $1468

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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This charming bungalow can be found resting in a quiet corner of Ambleside in the Lake District National Park. All-ground-floor. Contemporary open-plan living. Woodburning stove. (Ref. 1042515)

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3 nights from $1762

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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Character cottage in Exmoor National Park. In historic village of Dunster, with National Trust castle. Three miles from coastal path. Minehead 3 miles. (Ref. 11686)

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3 nights from $644

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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A contemporary terraced house resting in St Ives, Cornwall. Sea views. Sky cinema plus BT Sport. Off-road parking. Short walk to beach. Carbis Bay 2 miles; Penzance 9 miles; Falmouth 26 miles. (Ref. 1073997)

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  • Sky TV

3 nights from $1250

  • Sleeps4
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Dry Dock Cottage, a nicely-presented holiday home nestled in the lovely town of Whitby, North Yorkshire. Harbour views. Child-friendly. Three-storey. Robin Hood's Bay 5 miles; Scarborough 19 miles; Pickering 21 miles; Guisborough 21.9 miles. (Ref. 1155306)

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3 nights from $665

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes
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Skylight Retreat, a beautiful stone cottage near the stunning village of Ingleton, in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Couple's retreat. Valley views. Bentham 4.8 miles; Kirkby Lonsdale 8.2 miles; Settle 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1143327)

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3 nights from $619

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Immaculate detached cottage in secluded countryside. Superb quality, large garden, hot tub. Near coast and ideal for walking, cycling or touring. Bookable with Ref 12682 to sleep 8. Oban 10 miles. (Ref. 12167)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from $1150

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Why Last-Minute Holiday Cottages? 

In need of a staycation but haven't planned or booked anything? Consider last-minute cottages in the UK and browse a handpicked selection of late availability cottages, offering a high level of flexibility, and avoiding the hassle of airport security and long travel times! Last-minute cottages are scattered throughout the UK, offering opportunities for coastal getaways, countryside retreats, and even city breaks. Use our UK Travel Guide to begin planning your last-minute holiday cottage! 

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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! 

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Whatever you want from your last-minute holidays, you'll be sure to find a cottage that's perfect for you from this selection of thousands!

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