Family Short Breaks UK
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- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
This fabulous property sits in the Avon valley near Stonehenge. This tranquil setting has woodland and a large garden and the River Avon flowing through it with double bank fly fishing. Amesbury 3.2 miles; Salisbury 10.1 miles; Southampton 33.1 miles. (Ref. 1076792)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
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15% off - Fri 5th Sep to 12th Sep 2025
for 7 nights
£1684
- Sleeps23
- Bedrooms11
- PetsNo
A beautiful Victorian house lying amidst the hills in the Yorkshire Dales National Park in Sedbergh. Woodburning stove. Two hot tubs. Ideal for large families. Incredible views. Kendal 12.3 miles; Hawes 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1022219)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
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5% off - Mon 29th Dec 2025 to 5th Jan 2026
for 7 nights
£5169
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps12
- Bedrooms5
- PetsNo
This magnificent barn conversion is based in Giggleswick, North Yorkshire. All en-suites. Hot tub. Spacious rooms. Country views. Settle 1.3 miles; Ingleton 10 miles. (Ref. 985150)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 7 nights
£2131
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- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
This delightful holiday property rests near Windermere, Cumbria. Countryside views. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Ambleside 4.3 miles; Windermere 3 miles. (Ref. 1120662)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Baby-friendly
for 7 nights
£671
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
Superb single-storey barn conversion near Winterborne Stickland in an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Open plan living with beams and en suite-facilities. Woodburning stove. Blandford Forum 4 miles. (Ref. 19285)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
for 7 nights
£457
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
A delightful four-bedroom mid-terrace house resting in Borth-y-Gest, North Wales. Family-friendly. Near a beach. Enclosed garden. Harlech 10.3 miles; Caernarfon 20.6 miles. (Ref. 1077143)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Sky TV
for 7 nights
£484
- Sleeps14
- Bedrooms6
- PetsNo
Exceptional detached barn conversion. Quality, well-equipped, contemporary accommodation with large indoor swimming pool, hot tub, WiFi and beautiful valley views. Newtown 4.3 miles. (Ref. 903548)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Swimming pool
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
for 7 nights
£2109
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
An attractive, second-floor apartment, resting within the village of Coniston, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Pub within 0.5 miles. Ambleside 8 miles. (Ref. 1017100)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
for 7 nights
£510
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
1 Clarkes Lane is a beautiful cottage nestled in the quaint village of St Martins in Shropshire. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Games room. Oswestry 5.3 miles; Llangollen 9.8 miles; Shrewsbury 22.4 miles; Chester 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1159443)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
for 7 nights
£864
- Sleeps10
- Bedrooms5
- PetsNo
A marvellous five bedroom holiday home settled in rural Gloucestershire, in Ley near Huntley. Exposed beams. Woodburning stove. En-suites. Huntley 1.5 miles; Gloucester 8 miles; Ross-on-Wye 10.4 miles. (Ref. 1094495)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
for 7 nights
£1249
- Sleeps10
- Bedrooms5
- PetsYes
Delightful, spacious holiday home wrapped by open countryside and with a huge garden. Beautifully appointed inside and ideal for families or groups! (Ref. 988752)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
for 7 nights
£1484
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
A luxury, three-bedroom holiday home resting in Llanfechell, Anglesey. Near AONB. Hot tub. Contemporary. Countryside views. Close to amenities and beach. Cemaes Bay 1.6 miles; Holyhead 15.2 miles. (Ref. 1127832)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 7 nights
£862
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
A lovely detached property located amongst superb views of Welsh countryside, it is the perfect escape for a large family or group of friends! Plenty of character and charm. Woodburner. Hot tub. Games room. Betws-y-Coed 2 miles. (Ref. 961172)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
for 7 nights
£1056
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
This superb white stone cottage rests in Mynytho, near Llanbedrog, in Wales. Woodburner. Balcony. Off-road parking. Llanbedrog 1.6 miles. (Ref. 1012804)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 7 nights
£869
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
Charming traditional cottage in Aviemore. Loads of sociable space, oozing style and comfort. Multi-fuel stoves, Sky TV, sun rooms, garden. Central Aviemore location, surrounded by stunning Cairngorms National Park. (Ref. 904899)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Sky TV
for 7 nights
£793
- Sleeps10
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
This detached house rests in Criccieth, Gwynedd. Views across Cardigan Bay. Large patio with seating. Luxury décor. Porthmadog 4.2 miles; Pwllheli 9.1 miles. (Ref. 1020619)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 7 nights
£1573
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
A contemporary first-floor apartment in Clay Cross, Derbyshire. Pet-friendly. Countryside views. Close to amenities. Smart TV. Chesterfield 5.1 miles; Matlock 7.8 miles; Peak District National Park 9.6 miles. (Ref. 1065378)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Baby-friendly
for 7 nights
£572
- Sleeps15
- Bedrooms6
- PetsYes
A spectacular, grand Victorian villa located on the outskirts of Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Luxury interior. Meltham 3.8 miles; Dunford Bridge 5.4 miles. (Ref. 1049981)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 7 nights
£1989
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
Grade II listed cottage in spacious grounds of the owner's old manor house. Woodburners. Village location. Weston-super-Mare 3 miles. (Ref. 29974)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Games room
for 7 nights
£404
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A contemporary wooden lodge resting in Pinewood, Devon. Close to Lyme Regis and Seaton. On site swimming pool. Countryside location. Lyme Regis 3.7 miles; Seaton 4.2 miles; Devon 28.7 Miles. (Ref. 1106650)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Swimming pool
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 7 nights
£627
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!
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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 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 too! There are also plenty of holiday parks for families, family lodges and child-friendly holiday cottages for you to choose from.