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A stone house with large triangular windows and a garden with patio furniture and umbrella at Swallows Barn in Walton near Chesterfield
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5
Walton near Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A stunning barn conversion resting in Walton near Chesterfield, Derbyshire. Secluded. Near the Peak District National Park. Enclosed garden. Romantic. Matlock 7.2 miles; Bakewell 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1087716)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Mon 5th Oct
for 3 nights From £611

Last booked yesterday
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A house with a garden at Wolvesacre Mill Cottage in Agden near Whitchurch
1 of 48
5
Agden near Whitchurch, Wrexham, SY13
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Charming detached cottage resting in a peaceful location near to Whitchurch. Open-fire. Pet-friendly. Ellesmere 11.2 miles; Chester 21.1 miles. (Ref. 18947)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights From £878

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A wooden shepherds hut with an open door behind a wooden gate and stone wall with chairs and table on grass at Sheep Cote Shepherds Hut in Chop Gate near Stokesley
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5
Chop Gate near Stokesley, North York Moors National Park, TS9
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A gorgeous, one-bed hut sitting in a rural location in Chop Gate, near Stokesley, North Yorkshire. Countryside location. Ideal for couples. Rural views. Great Ayton 10.4 miles; Saltburn-by-the-Sea 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1126877)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights From £442

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A living room with sofas a coffee table a wood burning stove and a wall mounted television at Aditum Cottage in East Barkwith near Wragby
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5
East Barkwith near Wragby, Lincolnshire, LN8
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This charming detached cottage rests in East Barkwith, near to Wragby, in Lincolnshire. Hot tub. Large garden and two-acres of grounds. Children’s play area. Market Rasen 8.4 miles; Bardney 9.4 miles; Horncastle 12.5 miles. (Ref. 941141)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights From £1065

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An outdoor area with a hot tub and chairs overlooking the countryside at Bwncath in Garthmyl
1 of 44
5
Garthmyl, Powys, SY21
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Bwn Cath is a beautifully-designed, single-storey home nestled in Berriew near Montgomery, Powys. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Countryside. Family-friendly. Churchstoke 8.7 miles; Welshpool 8 miles; Bishop's Castle 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1122454)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights From £863

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An open living space with wooden beams a staircase leading to a loft kitchen with bar stools and a seating area with sofas and a lounge chair at Petals Patch in Lower Slaughter
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5
Lower Slaughter, Cotswolds, GL54
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Petals Patch, a stunning barn conversion resting in Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire. Countryside views. Contemporary. En-suite bedrooms. Close to amenities. Bourton-on-the-Water 1.6 miles; Upper Slaughter 1.7 miles; Cheltenham 16.5 miles. (Ref. 1097891)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 8th Sep
for 3 nights From £821

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An exterior view of a house with a red roof and stone walls at The Old House, Balure Lismore
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5
Lismore, Argyll and Bute, PA34
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Old House is a stylish single-storey house in the island of Lismore, Argyll and Bute, this romantic retreat offers a woodburning stove and allows pets. Port Appin 4.1 miles; Oban 12.9 miles; Glencoe 23.4 miles. (Ref. 1171202)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Fri 4th Sep
for 3 nights From £682

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A garden with potted plants and gravel paths at Emilys Retreat at the Great Barn in Great Dunham Litcham
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Great Dunham, Litcham, Norfolk, PE32
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Welcoming annexe near the Norfolk village of Litcham. All ground floor. Barn conversion. Exposed wooden beams. Litcham 3 miles. (Ref. 967834)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

  • 20% off - Sat 8th Aug to 15th Aug 2026

  • 20% off - Sat 22nd Aug to 29th Aug 2026

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights From £286

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An outdoor patio area with wicker chairs with white cushions two potted trees a table with chairs and a house with triangular roof windows at Cherry Tree Cottage in Sandhead
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5
Sandhead, Dumfries & Galloway, DG9
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.5★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A contemporary holiday cottage resting in Sandhead, Dumfries and Galloway. Open-plan. Stunning views. Off-road parking. Romantic. Port Logan 7.7 miles; Stranraer 9.2 miles; Cairngaan 13.6 miles. (Ref. 1075687)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

  • 15% off - Sat 18th Jul to 25th Jul 2026

  • 15% off - Sat 25th Jul to 1st Aug 2026

Sun 27th Sep
for 3 nights From £552

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Two hot tubs on a stone patio next to a stone house with a table and chairs at Bennar Fawr in Dyffryn Ardudwy
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Dyffryn Ardudwy, Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park, LL44
  • Sleeps24
  • Bedrooms10
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An impressive, detached house sitting on the outskirts of Dyffryn Ardudwy, North Wales. Two hot tubs. Sauna. Near the beach. Barmouth 5.8 miles; Harlech 7.1 miles; Portmeirion 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1059145)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights From £4119

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A barn style house with gravel driveway and green field at Shepherd's Barn Between Milborne St Andrew and Winterborne Whitechurch
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1 of 24
5
Between Milborne St Andrew and Winterborne Whitechurch, Dorset, DT11
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A superb, detached barn conversion set in the countryside near Winterborne Whitechurch. Excellent walking nearby. Great touring base. Dorset Coast easily accessible. Pet-friendly. Winterbourne Whitechurch 0.9 miles; Blandford Forum 6.6 miles. (Ref. 5188)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

  • 5% off - Wed 1st Jul to 31st Aug 2026

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights From £552

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An outdoor view of a stone building with a patio at Orcaber Farm Retreat in Lancaster
1 of 26
5
Austwick, North Yorkshire, LA2
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farm Retreat, a charming stone-built cottage on the outskirts of Austwick in North Yorkshire boasts a woodburning stove and nearby amenities. Settle 5.3 miles; Ingleton 6.4 miles; Skipton 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1199055)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

Mon 5th Oct
for 3 nights From £350

Last booked 2 days ago
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A brick house with a grass lawn and patio chairs outside the door at The Old Bakehouse in Avebury
1 of 40
5
Avebury, Wiltshire, SN8
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This historic, four-bedroom holiday home rests in Avebury, Wiltshire. In an AONB. Historic. Close to amenities. Woodburning stove. Marlborough 6.8 miles; Calne 9.3 miles; Chippenham 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1123916)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights From £849

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A paved patio with two black chairs and a small table with a teapot outside a cream building with windows and a door at Herdwick Cottage in Brampton Cumbria
1 of 27
5
Brampton, Cumbria, Cumbria, CA8
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A well-presented holiday home resting in Brampton, Cumbria. Smart TV. Patio with furniture. Allocated parking. Carlisle 9.5 miles; Penrith 24 miles; Hexham 27.5 miles. (Ref. 1088093)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Sky TV

Sun 13th Sep
for 3 nights From £385

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An outdoor spa area with a bath and seating at 24 Meadow Retreat Dobwalls
1 of 37
5

Lodge Retreat

Dobwalls, Cornwall, PL14
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This exceptional lodge is situated in Dobwalls, Cornwall. Sauna. Private gym. Hot tub. EV charger. Pet-free. Garden with furniture. Off-road parking. Liskeard 3.1 miles; Looe 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1121190)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights From £487

Last booked yesterday
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A stone house with fenced yard in green fields near a viaduct at Three Peaks Barn in Chapel-Le-Dale
1 of 54
5
Chapel-Le-Dale, Yorkshire Dales, LA6
  • Sleeps13
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Stunning farmhouse cottage near Ribblehead Viaduct with range of original features. Hot tub. Pool table. Luxury living. Open-plan. Ingleton 6 miles. (Ref. 1163091)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Mon 7th Sep
for 3 nights From £2400

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An outdoor area with stone buildings and a tree at Orcaber Farm Barn in Lancaster
1 of 38
5
Austwick near Settle, Yorkshire Dales - South, LA2
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farm Barn, a delightful pet-friendly barn conversion nestled near Austwick in North Yorkshire, boasts a woodburning stove, an enclosed garden. Settle 5 miles (Ref. 1199056)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Sat 14th Nov
for 3 nights From £426

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A stone cottage with a dark door and shrubs in front at Lavender cottage in Akeld near Wooler
1 of 50
5
Akeld near Wooler, Northumberland, NE71
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Lavender cottage is a conventional, single-storey cottage located in the village of Akeld in Northumberland, boasting stunning countryside views. Berwick-upon-Tweed 17.4 miles; Bamburgh 18.1 miles; Alnwick 21.8 miles. (Ref. 1170588)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Tue 1st Sep
for 3 nights From £364

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The exterior of a white house with blue trim a tiled pathway a black iron gate and green lawn at Abbey Lodge in Llandudno
Offer
1 of 40
5
Llandudno, Conwy, LL30
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Abbey Lodge is a well-positioned, Grade II listed holiday home with a hot tub, woodburning stove, and near amenities in the heart of Llandudno, Conwy. Colwyn Bay 5.8 miles; Conwy 8.5 miles; Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) 22.9 miles. (Ref. 1154261)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

  • £595 off - Fri 17th Jul to 20th Jul 2026

  • £601 off - Fri 11th Sep to 18th Sep 2026

Mon 14th Sep
for 3 nights From £2233

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An outdoor camping setup with a tent, a small cabin, lounge chairs, a fire pit, and trees at Moonshine in St Erme near Truro
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5
St Erme near Truro, Cornwall, TR4
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Moonshine, a charming, single-storey shepherd's hut positioned in the tranquil outskirts of St. Erme, Cornwall. Hot tub. Romantic. Pet-friendly. Rural. Truro 5.8 miles. (Ref. 1161787)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub

Wed 2nd Sep
for 3 nights From £419

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This selection of autumn short breaks in the UK offers an escape to the rolling countryside or exciting cities. Take a break from every day and watch the trees change colours as you sip a hot chocolate beside a roaring woodburning stove. With a great selection of destinations to choose from and interiors to suit all tastes, Autumn is an idyllic season for a short break, away from the crowds of Summer.

Why an Autumn Short Break?

A short break is something to look forward to and one that doesn't require you to book time off from work. Autumn enjoys a mild temperature, ideal for outdoor explorers and those looking for a bustling city trip with much to see and do. Wrap up in a scarf and admire the morning sunshine on your face and stroll along cobbled high streets to find rustic pubs serving mulled cider. Short Autumn Breaks in the UK is the perfect time to escape into a book you've been waiting to read and to snuggle up in a rustic sitting room, complete with exposed beams and a roaring fireplace.

Places to visit on a Short Autumn Break UK?

Once the tourists have emptied at the end of Summer, Cornwall and Devon make a blissful destination in Autumn, where you can paddle in clear waters and unwind on golden sands. What better than exploring the rugged coastline of Cornwall or surfing the waves without the bustle of crowds.

Put on your wellies and get out in nature with a break to the Cotswolds, or even a sweeping countryside getaway to the Yorkshire Dales. Also, be sure to check out hideaways in the Peak District to see Stately homes and wonderful fells. History lovers looking for a city break can spend the weekend in the cities with Roman history including Bath or Chester? For more inspiration, check out our UK Travel Guide.

Types of Autumn Short Breaks UK

For a memorable break, bring everyone together at a large holiday cottage, or treat yourself to a luxury cottage if you're celebrating an occasion. If you don't want to leave out your furry friend, then browse these dog-friendly holiday cottages so they can relish the countryside. At the end of a long week of work, cottages with hot tubs offer a recuperating getaway for all. No matter what your preference is, find the perfect autumn UK break for you!

Alternatively, browse this collection of UK short and weekend breaks to find a cottage to enjoy all year round!