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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Bedwen is one of three charming shepherd's huts offering a pet-friendly, romantic retreat in a countryside location, in the town of Oakford near Llanarth, Ceredigion. Llanarth 1.4 miles; New Quay 4.7 miles; Aberaeron 4 miles. (Ref. 1155156)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 7 nights From £377

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

2 Strathtay Lodges is a wonderful, single-storey property in Aberfeldy, Perth and Kinross. Close to amenities and River Tay. Ground-floor. Off-road parking. Pitlochry 14.6 miles; Perth 31.2 miles. (Ref. 1148413)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 7 nights was £776 From £765

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Copper Coin, a stylish, three-bedroom bungalow rests in Gawber, South Yorkshire. Near amenities. Hot tub. Contemporary. Rural views. Barnsley 1.8 miles; Rotherham 12.7 miles; Leeds 22.8 miles. (Ref. 1138913)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • 5% off - Fri 4th Sep to 2nd Oct 2026

  • 5% off - Fri 23rd Oct to 30th Oct 2026

  • 5% off - Fri 30th Oct to 11th Dec 2026

Fri 30th Oct
for 7 nights was £870 From £812

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Detached, single storey cottage in the village of Wookey in Somerset. Games room. Parking. WiFi. Wells 3 miles. (Ref. 967223)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 7 nights From £454

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful semi-detached cottage resting in Knockin, Shropshire. Ground-floor living. Romantic retreat. Rural setting. Oswestry 5.7 miles; Shrewsbury 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1059788)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 7 nights was £401 From £394

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This charming cottage is situated in the village of Lower Dean in Cambs. On a working farm. Three bedrooms. Off road parking and garden. Kimbolton 2 miles. (Ref. 966776)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 7 nights was £642 From £614

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Swifts Reach Lodge is an elegant, single-storey lodge located in the heart of the Lake District National Park, near Windermere, Cumbria. Pet friendly. Windermere 3.2 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 4.1 miles; Kendal 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1169857)

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

Fri 23rd Oct
for 7 nights From £1272

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A peaceful annexe nestled in the lovely village of Ballater in Aberdeenshire. Romantic retreat. Woodburning stove. Bike storage. Braemar 16.3 miles; Grantown-on-Spey 38.2 miles; Aberdeen 41.3 miles. (Ref. 1058616)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 7 nights From £534

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.3

    Good

  • Sykes rating

A lovely, stylish three-bedroom home resting in Port Isaac, Cornwall. Close to amenities and beach. Sea views. Pet-friendly. Contemporary. Off-road parking. Polzeath 6.5 miles; Padstow 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1127717)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 7 nights From £729

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This one bedroom cosy Norfolk cottage is a perfect hideaway located in the beautiful Norfolk countryside but with excellent access for exploring both Norfolk and Suffolk. (Ref. 912153)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 7 nights was £311 From £304

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Candle Croft is a charming house resting in Tolgus Mount near Redruth, Cornwall, allowing two pets and boasting an enclosed garden and a Smart TV. Falmouth 11.5 miles; St Ives 17.2 miles. (Ref. 1117693)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 7 nights From £577

  • 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

Fri 23rd Oct
for 7 nights From £650

  • Sleeps15
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Immaculately-presented period property in Amotherby village. Beautiful, spacious rooms, original features, open fires. High quality, antique furnishings. Lovely gardens. Pub 3 mins walk, Malton market town 3 miles. (Ref. 15823)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 10% off - Tue 1st Sep to 30th Sep 2026

Fri 30th Oct
for 7 nights From £2004

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Comfortable holiday property with excellent access to the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Perfect for walker, cyclists and nature lovers, not far from Snape Maltings Concert Hall for the arts. Excellent traditional village pub nearby! Snape 5 miles. (Ref. 930270)

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

Sat 24th Oct
for 7 nights From £614

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Delightful sandstone cottage on a working dairy farm. Access to 20 acres private ancient woodland and fishing rights on the river. Woodburning stove, private patio. Brampton 7 miles, Carlisle 10 miles. (Ref. 933471)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 7 nights From £400

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming cottage nestled in the village of Chardstock, Devon. Romantic Retreat. En-suites. Within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Chard 3.2 miles; Axminster 4.4 miles. (Ref. 1020766)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

Sat 24th Oct
for 7 nights was £676 From £591

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?