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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Beach House is a contemporary, open-plan abode situated along the coast in Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway, enjoying sea views and a woodburning stove. Portpatrick 6.6 miles; Newton Stewart 25.4 miles. (Ref. 1128161)

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

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights From £428

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Aelfor is a delightfully-spacious and contemporary cottage with a hot tub, exceptional countryside and far-reaching sea views, perched in Harlech, Gwynedd. Barmouth 10.2 miles; Porthmadog 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1113038)

  • Pet friendly (extra charges may apply)
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights From £935

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A former school house property resting within the town of Kidwelly. Views of the Kidwelly Castle. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Llanelli 6 miles. (Ref. 973874)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights From £708

  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful detached stone built-barn conversion on a sheep farm in the beautiful Pennant Valley. Wealth of character with exposed beams, trusses and wall timbers. High quality accommodation with stunning views and hot tub. Llangynog 2 miles. (Ref. 7058)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £1320 From £986

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Lytham Hall Gate House is a quirky property set at the entrance to Lytham Hall, Lancashire. Romantic base. Two separate buildings. Off-road parking. Blackpool 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1053154)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights From £344

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  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful castle apartment nestled in the market town of Stanhope, Durham. Sauna. En-suite. Spacious rooms. Durham 22 miles. (Ref. 1011973)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights From £787

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Canal View is a lovely holiday cottage situated in the charming town of Skipton in North Yorkshire with an open-plan living space and near amenities. Grassington 9.5 miles; Harrogate 22.4 miles. (Ref. 1175749)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £412

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A superb lodge resting in Bryngwran near Bodedern, Anglesey. Idyllic location. Romantic base. Hot tub. Holyhead 9.5 miles; Beaumaris 18.8 miles. (Ref. 1091545)

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

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights From £426

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming, 15th century cottage situated in the village of Norwell, Nottinghamshire. Eco friendly. Character features. Woodburner. Southwell 8.1 miles; Newark-on-Trent 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1072868)

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

Thu 29th Oct
for 3 nights From £387

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A beautiful cottage resting on the edge of the historic town of Malmesbury, Wiltshire. Enclosed garden. Ground-floor living. Annexe. Off-road parking. Cirencester 10.9 miles; Bath 24 miles. (Ref. 1062893)

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

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights From £1681

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Rabbit Hole, a beautiful lodge positioned in the rural outskirts of Edith Weston, Rutland with a toasty woodburning stove and a delightful hot tub. Oakham 8.3 miles; Uppingham 6 miles; Peterborough 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1162742)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights From £888

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farm Retreat, a charming stone-built cottage on the outskirts of Austwick in North Yorkshire boasts a woodburning stove and nearby amenities. Settle 5.3 miles; Ingleton 6.4 miles; Skipton 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1199055)

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

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights From £350

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A delightsome, single-storey cottage resting in Holywell, North Wales. Romantic. Private patio. Pet-free. Mold 9.3 miles; Prestatyn 11.7 miles; Chester 20 miles. (Ref. 1096521)

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

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights From £281

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farm Barn, a delightful pet-friendly barn conversion nestled near Austwick in North Yorkshire, boasts a woodburning stove, an enclosed garden. Settle 5 miles (Ref. 1199056)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights was £796 From £560

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Lydgate Cottage is an original cottage sitting in the heart of Eyam, Derbyshire. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Near amenities. In National Park. Tideswell 5.2 miles; Bakewell 6.8 miles. (Ref. 1066992)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights From £649

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Annex is a delightful, single-storey property resting in the countryside of Fulmodestone near Fakenham, Norfolk. Rural location. Couple’s retreat. Fakenham 5.3 miles; Holt 9.1 miles; Weybourne 12.7 miles. (Ref. 935833)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights From £468

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This charming detached house rests in the heart of Sandown, on the Isle of Wight. Electric fire. Enclosed garden. Shanklin 1.4 miles; Ventnor 5.6 miles. (Ref. 1020856)

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

Fri 30th Oct
for 3 nights was £770 From £602

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful terraced cottage situated in the bustling market town of Guisborough in North Yorkshire. Town centre location. Hot tub. WiFi. Saltburn-by-the-Sea 5.5 miles; Staithes 15.4 miles; Whitby 21.8 miles. (Ref. 1067109)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights From £454

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.3

    Good

  • Sykes rating

This charming, first-floor apartment rests in Seaton, Devon. Smart TV. Close to a beach. Close to amenities. Colyford 1.7 miles; Branscombe 4.1 miles; Exmouth: 20.8 miles. (Ref. 1137211)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights From £406

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Station Masters House is a beautiful, semi-detached house resting in the remote village of Kielder in Scottish Borders with a toasty woodburning stove. Newcastleton 10 miles; Bellingham 26.6 miles; Hexham 41.9 miles. (Ref. 1144160)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights From £531

Last booked 2 days ago
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Just because we're heading into the cooler months of the year doesn't mean you have to cut back on having fun during the October half term holidays in the UK! Take a look at these marvellous lettings and make the most of the crisp, autumnal air in the countryside, catch some of the last-minute warmth along the coast, or simply visit one of Britain's lively cities for an exciting stay; there is so much to choose from.

Why October Half Term Holidays UK?

Make the most of the week-long break and treat yourself and your loved ones to one of these UK breaks in October. This selection of October half term holidays UK will leave you feeling spoilt for choice, with detached holiday homes available for those with children, peaceful lodges for friends, romantic breaks in shepherd's huts, and so much more. Traveling with the kids is ideal in the October half term breaks. Even though the days are getting shorter and the first frost has arrived, it's a perfect time to enjoy one of the great UK breaks in October. With busy summer crowds tucked away for the year, roads are clearer and restaurants have plenty of tables for you to enjoy!

Places to Visit for October Half Term in the UK

Treat your family to an autumn break in the great outdoors for October half term breaks in the UK, such as hiking up the mountains in the Peak District, trying your hand at watersports in the Lake District or partaking in an array of exhilarating adventures in Snowdonia. Perhaps you'd prefer to soak up some sun during your break and travel towards the south, where coastal stays in Cornwall, Devon and Suffolk can be enjoyed. The half-term can also be a great way to spend some quality time with a loved one, why not take them away to the Cotswolds or the Scottish Highlands for a romantic getaway? Bring some excitement to the week and treat the kids to a stay near Thorpe Park or Alton Towers, or you can take the family overseas to Northern Ireland or the Isle of Wight for an unforgettable stay!

Types of Holiday

If you'd prefer to spend half term relaxing at home, but dedicate part of the week to a short stay away, these city breaks or weekend cottage breaks might be perfect for you! Want to spend the October half term with all the family? Browse this array of large holiday cottages and dog friendly holiday cottages. Treat yourself and make your getaway a luxurious one by booking a break at one of the luxury cottages available or choosing one of these holiday lodges and log cabins with hot tubs.