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This charming holiday cottage rests in Tomintoul, Banffshire. Woodburning stove. Bedrooms with en-suites. Smart TV. Grantown-On-Spey 14.1 miles; Elgin 36.9 miles; Inverness 46.2 miles. (Ref. 1126802)

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

7 nights from £486

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A charming, two-bedroom holiday home residing in Garndolbenmaen near Penygroes, Gwynedd. Near a National Park. Countryside views. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Caernarfon 11.5 miles; Llanberis 17.9 miles. (Ref. 1137856)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £381

  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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Skerry Vore is a beautiful, detached holiday home located in the village of Bryn Pydew in Conwy. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Family-friendly. Conwy 3 miles; Llandudno 3.8 miles. (Ref. 1153321)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £1538

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A Grade II listed character cottage, nestled in the rural village of Dunster, Somerset. Woodburning stove. Roadside parking. WiFi. Minehead 2.3 miles; Taunton 22.2 miles. (Ref. 1061074)

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7 nights from £444

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    5.0

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Superb modern apartment, ideally located in the popular seaside resort of Westward Ho! Spacious, well-equipped accommodation with breathtaking sea views. WiFi. Bideford 3 miles. (Ref. 912774)

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7 nights from £573

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A stunning, detached timber house resting in Rafford, Scotland. Balcony. Open-plan. Ground-floor living. Forres 6.3 miles; Nairn 16.2 miles; Inverness 32.1 miles. (Ref. 1021518)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £537

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5

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A detached, character cottage nestled in the rural village of Manston near Child Okeford in Dorset. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Country-style. Shaftesbury 6 miles; Blandford Forum 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1072821)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £507

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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This luxury, ground-floor apartment rests in the the Grade II listed Stone Cross Mansion in Ulverston, Cumbria. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. Rural location. Smart TV. Ground-floor living. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101421)

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7 nights from £913

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Otherton Hall, a Grade II listed Georgian Farmhouse resting Otherton, Staffordshire. Indoor swimming pool. Cinema room. Sauna. Games room. Extensive gardens. Smart TVs. Cannock Chase AONB 6.5 miles; Stafford 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1120972)

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  • Swimming pool
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  • Games room

7 nights from £4586

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Ptarmigan is a family-friendly terraced home with sea views and off-road parking, located in the coastal village of Garlieston in Dumfries and Galloway. Wigtown 8 miles; Newton Stewart 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1159924)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £461

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Well Cottage is an inviting, detached home resting in Seething near Loddon, Norfolk. Pet-friendly. Near National Park. Family-friendly. Woodburning stove. Norwich 10.5 miles; Burgh Castle 16.2 miles; Great Yarmouth 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1134975)

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7 nights from £691

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A Grade II-listed, detached cottage settled on a farm in Llanfair near Harlech, Gwynedd. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Harlech 2.8 miles; Barmouth 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1097761)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £518

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo
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Hunters Moon is a beautifully-presented, reverse-level abode set in a tranquil spot of St Austell, Cornwall, enjoying sea views, a hot tub, and a barbecue. Fowey 7.4 miles; Mevagissey 5.9 miles (Ref. 1168219)

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7 nights from £1523

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Charming end terrace cottage surrounded by beautiful Perthshire scenery near Blairgowrie. Ideal for fishing, golf, walking and cycling. Open plan accommodation. Catering available. Blairgowrie 5 miles. (Ref. 28088)

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7 nights from £513

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  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Beudy Pwll Pridd is a fabulous, family-friendly barn conversion in Bryneglwys near Llangollen, Denbighshire with lovely views, a private hot tub and a barbecue. Ruthin 8.7 miles; Ruthin 15 mins (Ref. 1162911)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £895

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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This delightful, three-bedroom holiday home rests in Whitby, North Yorkshire. Close to amenities. Near a beach. Near a National Park. Open plan. Robin Hood's Bay 5.4 miles; Scarborough 18.5 miles; Pickering 20.6 miles. (Ref. 1137614)

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7 nights from £521

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A lovely two-bedroom barn conversion resting in Moelfre, Anglesey. Near a beach. Stunning views. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Family-friendly. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Lligwy 1.4 miles; Benllech 2 miles. (Ref. 1056524)

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

7 nights from £826

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Stunning detached cottage near the quaint village of Llandwrog. Open plan. Two woodburning stoves. Large garden. Wifi. Parking. Caernarfon 6 miles. (Ref. 924328)

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

7 nights from £574

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Acorn Cottage is a delightful cottage in Windermere in the Lake District. Family-friendly. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Front patio. Kendal 9.6 miles. Grasmere 9.9 miles. Carlisle 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1151883)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £681

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A superb detached stone cottage with estuary views, 1.5 miles from Mostyn village. Modern and stylish open plan layout, woodburning stove. Stabling option with managed livery. Chester 27 miles. (Ref. 932781)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £356

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 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 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.

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.