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    4.9

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A contemporary, first-floor apartment resting in Waterhouses, Staffordshire. Romantic. Private decking. Open-plan. CNear Peak District National Park. Alton Towers 5.7 miles; Ashbourne 7.1 miles; Leek 8.5 miles. (Ref. 1113882)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

Sat 20th Dec
for 7 nights €712

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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This contemporary property sits in an elevated position along a steep and narrow road with sea views in the delightful village of Combe Martin Open-plan. Hot tub. Decking. Child-friendly. Ilfracombe 5.1 miles; Woolacombe 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1125742)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 20% off - Thu 20th Nov to 27th Dec 2025

Sat 20th Dec
for 7 nights was €4704 €3765

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A lovely single-storey annexe resting in Bigbury near Challaborough, Devon. Hot tub. Countryside and sea views. Romantic. Enclosed garden. Open-plan. Stylish. Close to beach. Bigbury-on-Sea 2.3 miles; Kingsbridge 6.5 miles;Salcombe 10 miles. (Ref. 1111975)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine

Sat 20th Dec
for 7 nights €1707

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Seadrift is a delightful, dog-friendly bungalow near the beach by Stalham, Norfolk, boasting a woodburning stove, Smart TV, and ample off-road parking. Wroxham 12.2 miles; Norwich 19.8 miles; Great Yarmouth 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1173763)

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

Sat 20th Dec
for 7 nights €1098

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A fabulous first floor coastal holiday apartment in Bembridge village on the Isle of Wight. Light and spacious open plan living area. Two bedrooms, one en-suite. Shops, pubs, cafés, restaurants and beach all within easy walking distance. Ryde 7 miles. (Ref. 926439)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sat 20th Dec
for 7 nights €751

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A well-presented, detached bungalow in Benthall near Beadnell on the Northumberland coast. Off-road parking. Northumberland Coast AONB. Open-plan. Seahouses 2.4 miles; Bamburgh 5.6 miles. (Ref. 1084182)

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

Mon 22nd Dec
for 7 nights was €927 €711

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Refail Fach, a delightful detached holiday home nestled just outside of Cemaes Bay in Sir Ynys Mon. Single-storey. Woodburning stove. Parking. Hot tub. Amlwch 3 miles; Holyhead 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1124328)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Mon 22nd Dec
for 7 nights €1912

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely terraced cottage situated in the village of Keswick in the Lake District. Over three floors. Woodburner. Spacious retreat. Perfect for families or travellers. Bassenthwaite 7 miles. (Ref. 977956)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Sat 20th Dec
for 7 nights €1620

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

11 Eagle Parade is a fantastic first-floor apartment resting in the heart of Buxton, a refreshing spa town in Derbyshire. Near Peak District National Park. Tideswell 7.4 miles; Bakewell 11.7 miles; Matlock 20.1 miles. (Ref. 1152767)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 2nd Jan
for 7 nights €1604

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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This wonderful, four-bedroom holiday home resides in Austwick, North Yorkshire. Pretty views. In a National Park. Hot tub. En-suite bedrooms. Settle 5.3 miles; Ingleton 6.6 miles; Skipton 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1134977)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • €303 off - Fri 16th Jan to 23rd Jan 2026

  • €408 off - Fri 20th Feb to 27th Feb 2026

Sun 21st Dec
for 7 nights €2289

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This is a ground-floor apartment found in the town of Rye in East Sussex. Open-plan. Balcony with seating. Close to amenities. Camber 4.6 miles; Hastings 12.4 miles; Battle 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1021217)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sat 20th Dec
for 7 nights €693

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Quality barn conversion near Gilling West. En-suite, welcoming accommodation with WiFi, garden. Close to walks, village pub, ideal touring base. (Ref. 934811)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

Sun 21st Dec
for 7 nights €622

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming, mid-terrace cottage settled near to the centre of Hebden Bridge. Electric fire. Off-road parking. Patio with furniture. Haworth 8.2 miles; Halifax 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1127465)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sat 20th Dec
for 7 nights €799

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming bungalow nestled just a stone’s throw from the sea in Hemsby, Norfolk. Dishwasher. Open-plan. Ideal for couples. Great Yarmouth 8.1 miles. (Ref. 1113158)

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

Sat 20th Dec
for 7 nights €801

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

An exceptional holiday home in the rural Scottish village of Ballater in Aberdeenshire. Woodburning stove. Family friendly. Village centre. Braemar 16.3 miles; Grantown-on-Spey 38.2 miles; Aberdeen 41.3 miles. (Ref. 1053964)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 20% off - Mon 22nd Dec to 28th Dec 2025

Mon 22nd Dec
for 7 nights was €1106 €997

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

9 Swan House is a charming cottage tucked away within Tweitfield Marina near Carnforth in Lancashire, admiring marina views and nearby a National Park. Carnforth 2.7 miles; Kendal 13.7 miles; Windermere 21.1 miles. (Ref. 1169103)

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

Mon 22nd Dec
for 7 nights was €769 €695

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This delightful bungalow rests on the outskirts of Scalby, North Yorkshire. Open-plan living. Gas fire. Scarborough 3.2 miles; Filey 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1024821)

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

Sat 20th Dec
for 7 nights €1184

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A fantastic Edwardian garden flat. Spacious rooms, private garden, short walk to coast and town centre. A desirable property in an enviable location. (Ref. 940591)

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

Mon 22nd Dec
for 7 nights was €826 €787

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A traditional cottage situated near the village of Penryn, Cornwall. Excellent base for touring. Conservatory. Falmouth 1 mile; Truro 9 miles. (Ref. 991006)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sat 20th Dec
for 7 nights €654

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A contemporary, single-storey cottage resting in the village of Copley, near Barnard Castle, in County Durham. Ground-floor living. Romantic. Patio. WiFi. Staindrop 6.1 miles; Darlington 16.4 miles; Durham 20.5 miles; Richmond 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1077164)

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

Mon 22nd Dec
for 7 nights was €632 €484

Surprise the kids this half term with a self-catering cottage holiday in the UK or Ireland. Your little ones will be thrilled to get away for a week of exploration and discovery, so be sure to book early to avoid missing out! There is cottages available to rent from coast to country across the UK this half term, so browse some cottages below and choose your favourite destination today.

Choose your holiday rental for the half term today!

Whether you're looking for an action-packed holiday in the country or a classic family holiday at the seaside, half term holiday rentals prove perfect for any type of getaway. Escape to the Yorkshire Coast, where blue flag beaches and fascinating fishing villages await. Opt for a holiday home in the Peak District if you and your family prefer active holidays. Or, try one of city break cottages in York, Chester or Edinburgh if sightseeing is at the top of your agenda! Wherever you choose to book your break this half term, you can trust Sykes Cottages to deliver your self-catering accommodation at a fair and affordable price.

So what are you waiting for? With the half term looming and bookings coming thick and fast, you'd be mad to miss out on a chance to rent a fantastic self-catering holiday let this half term. Get browsing today and treat the kids to a holiday they'll never forget!

 

Please find a selection of self catering holiday cottages that are available to rent this Half Term.

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There are cottages available for half term breaks in October, February and May .

Still haven't found your perfect break? Then perhaps browsing this collection of holiday parks for families in the UK or half-term holiday parks could help! There are also plenty of family holiday cottages that could be perfect. Why not choose from this selection of short breaks for families in the UK?