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  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A wonderful single-storey property resting in St. Weonards near Peterstow, Herefordshire. Pet-friendly. Countryside views. Private grounds. Ground-floor living. Enclosed garden. Ross-on-Wye 10.8 miles; Hereford 11.3 miles; Ledbury 21 miles. (Ref. 1123808)

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

Fri 19th Dec
for 7 nights €958

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Mabel’s View is a detached barn conversion situated next to the owner’s home in the village of East Allington, Devon. Pet-friendly. Garden. Rural location. Kingsbridge 4.4 miles; Dartmouth 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1133419)

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

Fri 19th Dec
for 7 nights €626

  • 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

Fri 19th Dec
for 7 nights €1098

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

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 €5079 €4064

  • 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

Fri 19th Dec
for 7 nights €924

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Evendine Hut @ Evendine Cottage is a charming, single-storey hut near Colwall, Herefordshire, with woodburning stove, TV, and external, freestanding bath. Worcester 12.5 miles; Hereford 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1145686)

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

Fri 19th Dec
for 7 nights €645

  • 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 €1862

Last booked 3 hours ago
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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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

Fri 2nd Jan
for 7 nights €771

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An immaculate semi-detached house on The Bay holiday park, near Filey in North Yorkshire. Open plan. Many facilities on-site. Filey 2.5 miles. (Ref. 967100)

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

Fri 19th Dec
for 7 nights €1526

  • 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 19th Dec
for 7 nights €1788

Last booked 4 hours ago
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

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Perfect retreat in Bitton village. Close to beautiful city of Bath and vibrant Bristol. Ideal for couples seeking a getaway surrounded by stunning countryside, historic towns and villages. Bath 7 miles, Bristol 7.5 miles. (Ref. 927844)

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

Thu 1st Jan
for 7 nights €503

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Beautiful stone cottage in the North York Moors National Park, close to the village of Hutton-le-Hole. Exposed beams. Surrounded by countryside. Hutton-le-Hole 1.5 miles. (Ref. 975266)

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

Fri 19th Dec
for 7 nights €632

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Outstanding property surrounded by impressive countryside views. External leisure suite with hot tub and sauna. Ground floor bedrooms, en-suites. Two sitting rooms, one with woodburner. Barnard Castle 6 miles. (Ref. 927149)

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

Mon 22nd Dec
for 7 nights €7074

Last booked 4 hours ago
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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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 €2015

Last booked 6 hours ago
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  • 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

Fri 19th Dec
for 7 nights €1911

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

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 €2841

  • 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 €809

Last booked 6 hours ago
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A contemporary, semi-detached property set on a residential estate in Upper Rissington near Bourton-On-The-Water, Gloucestershire. Pet-friendly. Stow-on-the-Wold 4.4 miles; Moreton-in-Marsh 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1130246)

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

Wed 31st Dec
for 7 nights €1658

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

An exceptional chalet-style accommodation resting on the outskirts of Newton Poppleford, Devon. Ample off-road parking. WiFi. En-suite shower rooms. Sidmouth 5.3 miles; Exmouth 9.9 miles. (Ref. 16749)

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

Mon 22nd Dec
for 7 nights was €1025 €931

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Delightful, detached converted outbuilding beside the owner's home, on the edge of the Peak District National Park. All ground floor. King-size bed, WiFi, electric fire in sitting area, private enclosed patio. Disley 1.5 miles. (Ref. 31211)

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

Fri 19th Dec
for 7 nights €759

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?