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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Monks Rest is a charming, single-storey lodge resting in Monknash, Vale of Glamorgan. Close to a pub. Close to a beach. Woodburning stove. Bridgend 6.6 miles; Bridgend 12.3 miles; Bridgend 23.7 miles. (Ref. 1139749)

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


for 7 nights £709

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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An exceptional detached lodge surrounded by 360 views of countryside landscapes in Otterburn in North Yorkshire. Idyllic setting. Woodburning stove. Pool table. Settle 8 miles; Skipton 9.3 miles (Ref. 962454)

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


for 7 nights £1525

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Rose Cottage is a charming, stone-built cottage settled into the bustling town of Matlock, Derbyshire. Close to National Park. Near shop, pub, and river. Matlock Bath 1.8 miles; Peak District National Park 5 miles, Bakewell 8.7 miles. (Ref. 958573)

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


for 7 nights £732

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Puffin is a charming, pet-friendly caravan near a beach close to St. Bees, Cumbria, with open-plan living, enclosed decking, and stunning sea views. Whitehaven 4.9 miles; Cockermouth 18.6 miles. (Ref. 1178779)

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


for 7 nights £366

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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This charming, two-bedroom holiday lodge rests in Cupar, Fife. Smart TV. Electric fire. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Open-plan. St Andrews 10.6 miles; Kirkcaldy 16 miles (Ref. 1134482)

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


for 7 nights £623

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming two-bedroom lodge resting on the Bucklesham Holiday Park in Bucklesham, Suffolk. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Felixstowe 5.9 miles; Ipswich 7 miles. (Ref. 1085822)

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


for 7 nights £528

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A bespoke wooden lodge, resting on the outskirts of Greetham village in Rutland, East Midlands. Swimming pool access. Ideal for families. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Oakham 7.8 miles; Leicester 27.4 miles. (Ref. 1075256)

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


for 7 nights £629

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Lavender Cottage is a pretty, rural cottage resting in Oxhill near Tysoe, Warwickshire. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Close to a pub. Near to an AONB. Tysoe 4.2 miles; Tysoe 4.2 miles 16.4 miles; Cotswolds AONB 19.4 miles. (Ref. 1159021)

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


for 7 nights £714

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Dating back to the 16th century this magnificent Grade II* listed building provides excellent accommodation for 14 people, with large gardens, hot tub and so much history this is one not to be missed. (Ref. 969711)

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


for 7 nights £3506

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Modern duplex penthouse, sea front apartment in Carbis Bay, Cornwall. Panoramic sea views. Off-road parking. Short walk to beach. St Ives 2.6 miles, Penzance 8.6 miles, Falmouth 20.8 miles. (Ref. 1073853)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sky TV
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for 7 nights £592

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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The Cottage rests on the ground floor and comes four miles from the Somerset village of Washford. Exmoor National Park. Open-plan living area. En-suite. WiFi. This property is on working farm. (Ref. 982216)

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


for 7 nights £459

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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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


for 7 nights £834

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Close to the North Devon coast, Apple Barn combines rustic charm, sweeping views, six‑seater hot tub made for stargazing within Exmoor’s Dark Skies region and games room. North Molton 2.3 miles. (Ref. 1089038)

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


for 7 nights £1377

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely barn conversion nestled in the village of Parracombe, Devon. Balcony with countryside views. WiFi. Woodburning stove. Lynton 7.4 miles; Barnstaple 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1046399)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £437

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A single-storey welcoming cottage resting in Cupar, in Fife. Child and pet-friendly. Close to amenities and attractions. Ground-floor living. Enclosed garden. St Andrews 9.7 miles; Kirkcaldy 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1108043)

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


for 7 nights £441

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Drummygar Mains, an imposing, detached holiday home close to Arbroath in Angus on the east coast of Scotland. Hot tub. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Carnoustie 6.1 miles; Dundee 13.4 miles. St Andrews 25.8 miles. (Ref. 1154477)

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


for 7 nights £1043

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A well-presented, second-floor apartment resting by the coast in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Close to the beach. Open-plan. Permit parking. Filey 7 miles; Pickering 17.9 miles; Whitby 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1092929)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £480

  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Barncroft is an outstanding detached bungalow situated in Tansley, Derbyshire boasting a double-sided log burner, hot tub, and elevated countryside views. Matlock 2 miles; Chesterfield 10.3 miles; Sutton-in-Ashfield 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1158073)

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


for 7 nights £1363

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This attractive, detached holiday home with 2 ground floor bedrooms is situated in the town of Christchurch, Dorset. WiFi. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Bournemouth 6.9 miles. (Ref. 1012793)

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


for 7 nights £605

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A charming detached bungalow in the superb Welsh countryside in the hamlet of Aberedw. Stunning views. Hot tub. Dog friendly. Builth Wells 5 miles. (Ref. 961942)

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


for 7 nights £668

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.