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Weekend Breaks & Short Breaks in the UK

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A lovely, single-storey lodge resting upon Pinewood Retreat in Rousdon near Lyme Regis, Devon. Indoor swimming pool. Stylish. Ground-floor living. Axminster 6.3 miles; Charmouth 6.7 miles; Sidmouth 12.1 miles; Bridport 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1133126)

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3 nights from £454

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A family holiday cottage resting in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Woodburning stove. Garden. Short distance to a beach. Charmouth 3 miles; Seaton 7.9 miles; Devon 37.3 miles. (Ref. 1106532)

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3 nights from £570

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Well-presented detached cottage in the small village of Somerby. WiFi. Smart TV. Enclosed garden with patio. Woodburner. Melton Mowbray 6.8 miles; Leicester 15.7 miles. (Ref. 985046)

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3 nights from £562

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Charming terrace cottage in the friendly village of Kingussie in the Cairngorms National Park. Cosy, comfortable and well-equipped. Private terraced garden. Surrounded by amazing scenery and wildlife. Aviemore 12 miles. (Ref. 918331)

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3 nights from £351

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A Grade II listed building located in the village of Dunster in Exmoor National Park. Enclosed garden. Three bedrooms. Character. Minehead 3 miles. (Ref. 931999)

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3 nights from £441

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A wonderful one-bedroom cabin resting in Bontuchel near Cyffylliog, Denbighshire. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Countryside views. Denbighshire 7 miles; Mold 14.2 miles; Abergele 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1092997)

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Spacious one bedroom cottage, part of group, on hillside near St Newlyn East. Exposed beams, lovely views. Newquay 4.5 miles. (Ref. 2141)

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3 nights from £348

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A delightful mews cottage resting in Torquay, Devon. Enclosed courtyard. Open-plan. Paignton 4.7 miles; Exeter 22.5 miles. (Ref. 1044984)

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3 nights from £494

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Stone terraced cottage in Pentewan, wood burning stove, WiFi, stunning garden, off road parking. Short walk to village centre, pub, shop and beach. Truro 15 miles. (Ref. 959309)

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3 nights from £451

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Boutique style first floor apartment with sea glimpses in Mounts Bay. 5 mins from the beach. Walk to pubs, restaurants, shops in Marazion resort. (Ref. 959915)

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3 nights from £318

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A beautiful lodge set in an idyllic setting in Barlow near Dronfield, Derbyshire. Underfloor heating. Lake setting. Chesterfield 6.1 miles; Sheffield 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1137417)

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3 nights from £722

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This delightful lodge is nestled on the outskirts of Newton Abbot, in Devon. En-suite. Enclosed decking area. Open-plan living. Torquay 11.6 miles. (Ref. 1017325)

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3 nights from £486

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An idyllic lodge settled in Bucklesham Park, near Martlesham, Suffolk. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Romantic. Rural location. Ipswich 7.3 miles; Framlingham 20.2 miles; Aldeburgh 23.3 miles. (Ref. 1132564)

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3 nights from £393

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A lovely, detached barn conversion situated in the tiny hamlet of Dockray. Rural location. Ideal for families. Patio garden. (Ref. 1042984)

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3 nights from £464

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Sea Captains house in Portscatho. Two-storey. Sea views. 2 en-suite bathrooms. WiFi. Garden. Beach 3 min walk. (Ref. 959292)

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3 nights from £1290

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A single-storey chalet situated in Winterton Holiday Park, resting in Winterton-on-Sea, Norfolk. Pet-friendly. Close to a beach. Close to a pub. Waxham 7.4 miles; Great Yarmouth 8.4 miles; Norwich 22.4 miles. (Ref. 1128749)

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3 nights from £364

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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)

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3 nights from £760

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A Grade II thatched cottage nestled on a farm in the idyllic village of Buckerell near Honiton, Devon. Pet-friendly. Rural views. Off-road parking. Ottery St Mary 5.3 miles; Lyme Regis 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1133942)

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3 nights from £366

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This first-floor loft rests in Much Cowarne, near to Bishop's Frome, in Herefordshire. Open-plan. Super-king-size. Rural location. Bishop's Frome 3.4 miles; Hereford 10.1 miles. (Ref. 977693)

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3 nights from £263

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An endearing, Swedish-style cabin resting on the outskirts of Knighton. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Builth Wells 21 miles; Hay-on-Wye 25 miles. (Ref. 996560)

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3 nights from £537

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.