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This semi-detached Lakeland house is nestled in the village of Underbarrow, near Kendal, in the Lake District National Park. Electric woodburning-effect stove. En-suite. Kendal 4.8 miles. (Ref. 1013090)

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  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £788

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A thoughtfully-decorated, two-bedroom abode resting in Heysham, Lancashire. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities and a beach. Near an AONB. Morecambe 2.8 miles; Lancaster 7.1 miles. (Ref. 1123691)

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for 7 nights £435

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A stunning, semi-detached home resting in Bootle near Millom, Cumbria and the Lake District. Large garden. Ample parking. Smart TV. Close to beach. Broughton-in-Furness 10.8 miles; Ambleside 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1074838)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV


for 7 nights £648

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A family friendly renovated single storey annexe resting in Levington, near Felixstowe Suffolk. Pet-friendly. Rural location. Close to a pub. Woodbridge 9.5 miles; Felixstowe 6.8 miles; Orford 20.7 miles (Ref. 1131119)

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  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights £646

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.5

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Luxury first floor apartment with lift in the centre of Harlech, with views of the Castle. WiFi. Smart TV. (Ref. 1008865)

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  • Off-road parking


for 7 nights £404

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Swn y Mor is a spacious, detached, pet-friendly holiday home with sea views and a garden, near a beach in the charming Benllech, on the Isle of Anglesey. Beaumaris 9.2 miles; Bangor 11.1 miles; Caernarfon 16.7 miles. (Ref. 1111453)

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


for 7 nights £643

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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An exceptional dog friendly duplex apartment resting on the outskirts of Dartmouth. Open-plan living. Close to the River Dart. Allocated parking. Kingswear 1.7 miles; Totnes 15.1 miles. (Ref. 1140526)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £645

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Apt 3 @ Hunter's Quay is a stunning, ground-floor apartment resting in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire. Beachside. Close to pub. Open-plan. Filey 11.1 miles; Scarborough 18 miles. (Ref. 1144475)

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


for 7 nights £450

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsNo

    4.1

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A Grade I listed property in a tranquil and historic Derbyshire setting in the village of Cromford. Near Peak District National Park. Off-road parking. Large garden. Matlock Bath 1.2 miles; Matlock 2.3 miles; Bakewell 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1050404)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1495

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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A wonderfully converted church found in the village of Shiptonthorpe, near York, in East Riding of Yorkshire. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Garden. Contemporary. York 18.6 miles. (Ref. 1074396)

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


for 7 nights £524

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Coytrahen House is a harmonious detached house in Coytrahen in Bridgend, boasting a games room, hot tub, two woodburning stove and 42 acre grounds. Bridgend 5 miles; Swansea 20.4 miles; Cardiff 26.6 miles. (Ref. 1172979)

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  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £1317

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A well-appointed traditional cottage situated in the village of Higham, Derbyshire. Central location. Original features. Sun room. Ripley 5.5 miles. Matlock 8.9 miles. Bakewell 15.1 miles. (Ref. 1057608)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £552

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A well-presented, detached cottage settled in the rural village of Leven. Washing machine. Hot tub. Serene location. Hornsea 6.6 miles; Beverley 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1074045)

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  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sky TV


for 7 nights £997

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Temple Hill View, a friendly abode in the village of Ampleforth in North Yorkshire. Off-road parking. Near shop. Enclosed garden. Countryside views. Helmsley 5.1 miles; York 19.3 miles; Scarborough 35.6 miles. (Ref. 1159134)

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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £571

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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High Meadow Barn is a characterful barn conversion in Thornton Rust near Bainbridge in North Yorkshire, within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Hawes 6.9 miles; Leyburn 9.8 miles; Richmond 18.4 miles. (Ref. 1176700)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £763

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This fabulous coastal apartment rests in St. Ives, Cornwall. Open-plan. WiFi. Great views. Near a beach. Near railway station. Short breaks. Family-friendly. Carbis Bay 1.2 miles; Hayle 4.9 miles. (Ref. 1079683)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV


for 7 nights £833

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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The Elterwater Barn is a delightful, pet-friendly semi-detached holiday home located near the small town of Cleator Moor, Cumbria within the Lake District. Cockermouth 7.5 miles; Whitehaven 9.3 miles; Bassenthwaite 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1161140)

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  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £712

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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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 £847

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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The Piggery is a wonderful holiday cottage resting in an elevated position within easy reach of the North Wales coast in Moelfre near Abergele, Conwy. Colwyn Bay 8.4 miles; Conwy 13.1 miles; Llandudno 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1149731)

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


for 7 nights £469

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A fabulous holiday cottage in the village of Kirkcolm, Scotland. Stylish interiors. Outstanding surroundings. Woodburning stove. Stranraer 6.6 miles; Portpatrick 11.7 miles. (Ref. 1043977)

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


for 7 nights £562

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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.