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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)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
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7 nights from £5169

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Waterside Lodge is a charming, single-storey, semi-detached cottage set on the rural outskirts of Annan in Dumfries and Galloway enjoying an open fire. Dumfries 10.8 miles; Carlisle 24 miles. (Ref. 1159918)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £374

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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £2131

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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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)

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  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from £2109

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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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)

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7 nights from £510

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Delightful, spacious holiday home wrapped by open countryside and with a huge garden. Beautifully appointed inside and ideal for families or groups! (Ref. 988752)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from £1474

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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High quality ground floor apartment in quiet spot in Tenby. Enclosed garden. Stroll to beaches. WiFi. Off road parking. Saundersfoot 3 miles. (Ref. 956835)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £495

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A charming stone cottage (bookable with The Hayloft - 1063737) situated at the superb village of Winster in Derbyshire. Countryside views. Underfloor heating. Woodburning stove. Matlock 5.3 miles; Bakewell 6.4 miles; Chesterfield 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1051655)

  • Wi-fi

7 nights from £464

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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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)

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7 nights from £860

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Lowarth Chi is a wonderful, detached holiday home resting in Polruan, Cornwall. Close to amenities and beach. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Polperro 6.1 miles; Looe 10 miles; Lostwithiel 10 miles. (Ref. 1144975)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £630

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

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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)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from £1052

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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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)

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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

7 nights from £792

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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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)

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

7 nights from £1572

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

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Superb three-bedroom apartment with stunning views of Grasmere Lake. All ground floor. King-size bed. Pet-friendly. Great base for walking and touring the Lake District. Grasmere village 1 mile. (Ref. 920048)

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

7 nights from £511

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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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)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £570

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  • Sleeps15
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

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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)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £1989

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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An attractive, character cottage within walking distance of Lyme Regis in Dorset. Sea views. Dog-friendly. Family-friendly. Open-plan. Lyme Regis 0.3 miles; Charmouth 3.3 miles; Seaton 7.9 miles; Sidmouth 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1105838)

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7 nights from £833

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.4

    Good

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A welcoming former fisherman's cottage, perfectly located in St Helens, Isle of Wight. Traditional seaside accommodation. Shops, restaurant and pub all on doorstep, beach 1 mile. Ryde 5 miles. (Ref. 22962)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £296

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

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This superb semi-detached cottage rests in the village of Llanfaethlu, on the Isle of Anglesey, Wales. Pet-friendly. Enclosed gardens. Cemlyn 5.1 miles; Cemaes Bay 6.6 miles. (Ref. 30010)

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

7 nights from £555

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

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A refurbished three-storey property in the heart of Salcombe within a stone’s throw of the waterfront, shops and restaurants. Off-road parking. Garden. Sleeps four. Two bedrooms. One bathroom. (Ref. 995834)

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

7 nights from £438

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 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.