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  • Sleeps20
  • Bedrooms11
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Eden Bay Retreat is a spacious terraced holiday home residing in Morecambe, Lancashire. Cinema room. Off-road parking. En-suites. Sea views. Near beach. Heysham 3.2 miles; Lancaster 4.3 miles; Lake District National Park 21.6 miles. (Ref. 1122706)

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


for 7 nights From £1885

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Seacroft is a stunning, semi-detached abode set along the coast in Wellswood near Torquay, Devon, enjoying spectacular sea views and welcoming one pet. Paignton 4.2 miles; Brixham 9.4 miles; Dartmoor 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1166445)

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


for 7 nights From £825

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms7
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Home Farm Cottage is a delightful, six-bedroom home resting in Stockton near Napton-on-the-Hill, Warwickshire. Games room. Hot tub. Large. Near amenities. Southam 4.1 miles; Stratford-upon-Avon 25.3 miles. (Ref. 1138699)

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


for 7 nights From £1743

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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This is a detached property located in Tenby, Pembrokeshire. Near to the beach. Modern decor. Off-road parking. Pembroke 9.3 miles; Carmarthen 25.8 miles. (Ref. 1017753)

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


for 7 nights From £587

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A superb terraced cottage, boasting both contemporary and traditional charm, providing a great base for a family or two couples to explore Chester and beyond. Open-plan living. Two en-suite bedrooms. All-ground-floor. Chester 5 miles. (Ref. 974561)

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


for 7 nights From £506

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Y Cwt, a stylish single-storey pod in Moelfre, Isle of Anglesey, boasting an open-plan layout with stunning views, a Smart TV and is near the beach. Lligwy 0.9 miles; Benllech 2.3 miles. (Ref. 1167710)

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


for 7 nights From £950

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Ultimate luxury home stay 10 minute drive from a sandy beach. Pets welcome. Wood burner. Patio with garden furniture. Two boutique en-suite bathrooms. WiFi. Falmouth 6 miles. (Ref. 966635)

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


for 7 nights From £627

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An outstanding detached property resting on the outskirts of Malton. Ground-floor accommodation. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Jacuzzi Spa. York 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1000186)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
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for 7 nights From £3023

  • Sleeps18
  • Bedrooms8
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

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A beautiful character property situated in its own grounds on the outskirts of Southrepps on the Norfolk Coast. Open fires. Countryside views. Pet-friendly. Cromer, 5 miles. (Ref. 1004107)

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


for 7 nights From £2241

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Chillon is a fantastic bungalow near South Littleton, Worcestershire, boasting a spacious open-plan living area, hot tub, and barbecue. Evesham 5 miles; Chipping Campden 7,4 miles; Broadway 7.9 miles; Stratford-upon-Avon 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1171468)

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


for 7 nights From £1287

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

High quality Pembrokeshire semi-detached cottage overlooking tidal estuary. Access direct to the shoreline. Excellent waterside property. Tenby 15 miles. (Ref. 14394)

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


for 7 nights From £622

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A fantastic, three-bedroom, 18th-century cottage resting on the outskirts of Corsham in Wiltshire. Woodburning stoves. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Near the Cotswolds AONB. Bath 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1094772)

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


for 7 nights From £800

  • Sleeps15
  • Bedrooms8
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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A grand, eight-bedroom home resting in Meonstoke, Hampshire. Countryside views. In AONB. Pet-friendly. Large. Open fire. Close to amenities. Droxford 1.7 miles; New Alresford 11.6 miles. (Ref. 1124828)

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


for 7 nights From £2356

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Set in a rural loation near Rhiw on the Lleyn Peninsula. Lovely views towards Mynydd Rhiw. TV with DVD and also WIFI. and a woodburning stove for the chilli evenings. (Ref. 1008697)

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


for 7 nights From £377

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    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


for 7 nights From £488

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Steps Cottage, a quaint, characterful dwelling lies in the town of Whitby in North Yorkshire. Near beach. Near pub. Near National Park. Robin Hood's Bay 5.4 miles; Scarborough 19.4 miles; Pickering 21.8 miles; Guisborough 22.7 miles. (Ref. 1159931)

  • Wi-fi


for 7 nights From £425

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Hare Barn is an impressive, five-bedroom abode in Broadwoodwidger near Lifton, Devon. Shared games room. Dog-friendly.Near Dartmoor National Park. Launceston 8 miles. (Ref. 1129723)

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


for 7 nights From £1122

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.