Get ready for an autumn adventure like no other by booking one of these fang-tastic cottages for Halloween. Whether you're planning pumpkin picking with the kids, seeking out spooky attractions with friends, or simply looking to embrace the cosiness of the season with your loved one, these Halloween breaks are the perfect way to enjoy the October half term.
Why Halloween Holidays?
With darker evenings and crisp autumn air incoming, Halloween holidays are the perfect excuse for a seasonal staycation. Whether you’re planning a getaway with friends, a family break with the kids or a romantic escape with your partner, you’re sure to find something to suit in this collection of cottages for Halloween.
From countryside retreats to bustling city stays with haunted histories, these properties are ideally located for exploring the UK’s spookiest sites. Think eerie castles, misty woodland walks and themed events galore. You might even find a few ghost tours happening nearby!
Booking a Halloween getaway UK style means you’ll be spoilt for choice. Whether you prefer quaint countryside villages or lively coastal resorts, the UK has plenty of destinations that come alive in October with festivals, scare attractions and Halloween-themed markets.
For more inspiration for your Halloween getaway, check out our UK travel guide.
Places to Visit from these Cottages for Halloween
Planning a fright-filled adventure? There are plenty of brilliant destinations within easy reach of your Halloween cottage.
One spooktacular idea is to plan a visit to Edinburgh, an exciting, historical city offering a wealth of spooky activities. Scotland’s capital is packed full of ghostly tales, haunted tours and ancient architecture. Brave the Edinburgh Dungeons, take part in a lantern-lit walk up Arthur’s Seat or discover the eerie stories behind the city’s old vaults and alleyways.
On the other hand, a Halloween trip to Surrey, home to brilliant attractions Thorpe Park, is sure to be a hit with thrill-seekers. Its Fright Nights event is one of the top Halloween scare attractions in the country, complete with terrifying mazes and scare zones. A fantastic option if you’re looking to combine your cottage stay with a theme park day out.
Discover the top haunted places in the UK by reading our spookiest location blog »
Other Popular Destinations to visit from your Halloween Cottage:
Devon
Gloucestershire
Lancashire
London
Yorkshire
Spooky Accommodation Recommendations:
As well as traditional cottages, this collection also features some wonderfully unusual places to stay. Think remote countryside hideaways, historic pubs with stories to tell, and even characterful castle stays. While they’re not haunted (as far as we know!), they’re certainly perfect for those crisp autumn nights by the fire or starry skies away from the crowds.
Get your fluffiest socks ready - these characterful stays are basically autumn in accommodation form…
Brynkir Tower | Garndolbenmaen, Eryri National Park (Snowdonia)
East Wing - Castle Fraser | Kemnay, Aberdeenshire
Fernhill Castle | Skipton, North Yorkshire
Freswick Castle | Feswick, Highland
Snape Castle Under Croft and Gardens | Snape, North Yorkshire
The Alfred Suite Stone Cross Mansion | Ulverston, Cumbria
The Generals Quarters | Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Types of Halloween Holidays in the UK
Still browsing? As well as these spooky cottages for Halloween, there’s also a full collection of autumn holiday cottages and cottages for October stays to check out. From scenic countryside lodges to charming town centre apartments, there’s something for everyone this Halloween.
For shorter stays, why not explore these autumn short breaks? Or, if you're travelling with little ones during half term, take a look at these October half term cottages and holiday parks with fun-filled family activities.
Whichever route you decide to take, you're sure to find the perfect backdrop for a Halloween weekend break filled with fun, frights and cosy nights in.