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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A superb wooden lodge resting just outside the village of Wedmore in Somerset. Countryside location. Open-plan. Hot tub. Cheddar 6.5 miles; Burnham-on-Sea 9 miles. (Ref. 1100432)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £670

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely semi-detached cottage located in the village of Sawdon, North Yorkshire. Rural location. Panoramic views. Brompton-by-Sawdon 1.9 miles; Scarborough 10 miles. (Ref. 982982)

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


for 7 nights £591

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Detached Yorkshire cottage in pretty village of Allerston. Character beams, woodburner, spacious kitchen, well equipped and comfortable. Excellent area for cycling and walking. Pickering 4 miles. (Ref. 3878)

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


for 7 nights £704

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Riverbank, a stunning house nestled in the town of Shrewsbury in Shropshire. Terraced. Riverside views. Near Shropshire Hills National Landscape. Shawbury 8.7 miles; Shropshire Hills National Landscape 17.4 miles. (Ref. 1153325)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £466

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An impressively stylish apartment close to picturesque West Bay in Dorset. Stylish. Sea views. Great location. WiFi. West Bay 0.1 miles; Bridport 1.9 miles; Lyme Regis 11.3 miles. (Ref. 1106214)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • 20% off - Sat 1st Aug to 29th Aug 2026


for 7 nights £1935

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A family-friendly holiday home in Shotley, Suffolk. WiFi. Parking. Gardens. Rural views. Chelmondiston 2.5 miles; Ipswich 9.3 miles; Felixstowe 21.4; Aldeburgh 33.8 miles. (Ref. 1160398)

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


for 7 nights £583

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Balog Farm is a wonderfully-designed, detached abode situated in Llaneilian enjoying the tranquil sea views of Anglesey. Smart TV. Ground floor living. Bull Bay 4 miles; Cemaes 7.7 miles; Holyhead 22 miles; Llangefni 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1066803)

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


for 7 nights £894

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This gorgeous three-storey cottage lies in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Enclosed garden. No pets. Bedroom with en-suite. Off-road parking. Chatsworth 9.6 miles; Matlock 8.3 miles; Buxton 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1064674)

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


for 7 nights £852

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful single-storey cottage resting in Cheriton near Alresford. Woodburning-stove. Dog-friendly. Ground-floor living. Countryside views. Winchester 7.3 miles; Basingstoke 25.2 miles; Guildford 33.5 miles. (Ref. 1115307)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • 10% off - Sat 1st Aug to 31st Aug 2026


for 7 nights £687

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Canny Croft is a traditional cottage situated in Chilton Polden near Bridgwater in Somerset. Enclosed gardens. Rural views. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. Glastonbury 10 miles; Burnham-on-Sea 10.3 miles; Weston-super-Mare 19 miles. (Ref. 1125757)

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


for 7 nights £860

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.3

    Good

  • Sykes rating

A detached property resting within the village of Mullion. Woodburning fire. WiFi. Enclosed garden. Pub and shop within 0.1 miles. (Ref. 1002278)

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


for 7 nights £568

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A large, contemporary holiday home positioned in Claddach Valley on the Isle of North Uist in the Outer Hebrides. Seaside. Spacious. Office. Malacleit 1.6 miles; Sollas 2.7 miles; Lochmaddy 11.8 miles; Berneray 13.7 miles; Benbecula 17 miles. (Ref. 1110834)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
  • 10% off - Mon 1st Jun to 31st Aug 2026

  • 3% off - Tue 1st Sep to 31st Dec 2026


for 7 nights £2609

  • Sleeps15
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A spacious holiday home set in extensive grounds in a beautiful rural location, 4 miles from Llangadfan. Stunning views. Indoor pool. Outdoor hot tub. Woodburner. WiFi. Excellent for touring mid Wales and Snowdonia National Park. Welshpool 8 miles. (Ref. 930466)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £2658

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Lovely stone barn conversion in superb location at Boggle Hole near Robin Hood's Bay. Open-plan living. WiFi. Coastal and countryside views. Beach 5 mins walk. (Ref. 1002411)

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


for 7 nights £519

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Brynmar is a lovely ground-floor apartment resting along the coast in the town of Heysham, Lancashire. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Dishwasher. Near shop. Morecambe 2.5 miles; Lancaster 6.1 miles. (Ref. 1155702)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 10% off - Fri 24th Jul to 31st Jul 2026

  • 10% off - Fri 31st Jul to 7th Aug 2026

  • 10% off - Fri 7th Aug to 14th Aug 2026

  • 10% off - Fri 14th Aug to 21st Aug 2026


for 7 nights £466

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A stylish, four-bedroom lodge resting upon Thorpe Park in Thorpe-on-the-Hill near South Hykeham, Lincolnshire. Hot tub. Lakeside views. Contemporary. Close to amenities. North Hykeham 2.1 miles; Lincoln 7.1 miles. (Ref. 1123758)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 5% off - Mon 15th Jun to 22nd Jun 2026


for 7 nights £956

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A homely, eco-friendly, ground floor property offering spectacular views across Windrush Valley, sleeping up to four guests in two bedrooms, settled in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire. Beautiful countryside views. Underfloor heating. Electric log st (Ref. 1067963)

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


for 7 nights £707

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Old Workshop is an amazing, single-storey barn conversion in Wormshill, Kent, with a private hot tub, a barbecue, a fire pit, EV charging, and a piano. Maidstone 9.1 miles; Rochester 16.5 miles. (Ref. 1175408)

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


for 7 nights £1262

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Gualan Sands is a stunning detached house in Lochdar on the Isle of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, this pet-friendly boasts sea views and an open-plan layout. Creagorry 1.8 miles; Linaclate 3.1 miles; Askernish 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1110843)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 10% off - Fri 19th Jun to 26th Jun 2026


for 7 nights £834

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A stylish brick-built chalet-bungalow located near the Devonshire seaside resort of Sidmouth. Open plan living. Veranda with sea views. Stoneleigh Holiday Village. (Ref. 954772)

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


for 7 nights £449

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Hoping to book a few days away for an unforgettable holiday with your loved ones? If so, then you simply can’t go wrong with booking one of these properties for a weekend away with kids! Whether you’re bringing just the immediate family or you’re longing for a reunion, there’s a family short break suited to everyone!

Why Book Family Weekend Breaks in the UK?

Sometimes, a few days away with those closest to you is just the thing you need! If that sounds familiar, then you’ve come to the right place with this collection of cottages for family weekend breaks in the UK!

Featuring properties situated all over the country, from the coast to the countryside, they make for amazing places to stay if you’re just looking to book a quick getaway for youself and your loved ones. Complete with all the amenities you’re used to at home, staying in one of these properties will give you the chance to relax and unwind away from the stress of everyday life.

So, whether you have a location in mind or simply looking to see what’s out there, we’re confident that you won’t be disappointed with one of these cottages for a weekend away with kids.

Places to Visit on a Weekend Away with Kids

With so many fantastic places to consider spending a weekend away with kids, you’re bound to find a wonderful destination that’s perfect for the whole family!  

For those of you hoping to stay in the countryside, then the Cotswolds is a fantastic area to choose. Tucked away in the South West of England, it’s a region that boasts tonnes of rural charm and is home to picturesque towns and villages like Bourton-on-the-Water, Castle Combe and Stow-on-the-Wold.  

Not only that, but here you’ll also find loads of family-friendly attractions to visit like the Cotswold Water Park and Westonbirt Arboretum to enjoy during your stay. 

On the other hand, if you’re hoping to stay by the sea, then Northumberland is a brilliant option to consider. Covering over 60 miles North East England's beautiful coastline, here you’ll find quaint towns and villages nestled between its beaches and coastal cliffs.  

With fantastic places to consider visiting like Alnwick, Bamburgh and Berwick-upon-Tweed, it’s one of the country’s best-kept secrets when it comes to family weekend breaks in the UK! 

Other Popular Destinations for Family Weekend Breaks UK: 

Anglesey

Cornwall

Derbyshire

Hampshire

Isle of Wight

New Forest

Norfolk

North Wales

North Yorkshire

Pembrokeshire

South Wales

Types of Weekend Breaks

As well as these properties for family weekend breaks UK, there’s also a full collection of all available properties for short breaks in locations across the country to explore. If you’d prefer to go for a longer getaway then you can also choose from this collection of family holidays in the UK.

For couples, we’d highly recommend checking out this collection of romantic weekend breaks. On the other hand, if you’re looking for something a bit different, why not consider one of these weekend lodge breaks or one of these caravan weekend breaks instead? For something extra special, why not browse these luxury weekend breaks or these spa weekend breaks in the UK?

You can even check out these last-minute weekend breaks! For those of you who love the sea, these short breaks by the sea or these family coastal holidays could be perfect for you. Why not bring your pooch along to one of these dog-friendly short breaks.

If you’re hoping to secure a fantastic deal, be sure to take a look at these cheap weekend breaks or these midweek breaks! There are also plenty of holiday parks for families, family lodges and child-friendly holiday cottages for you to choose from, as well as a host of cottages for two-night stays if you're only looking to get away for a quick break.