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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A stylish, first-floor apartment residing in Sneatonthorpe near Ruswarp, North York Moors. Pretty views. Smart TV. Couples retreat. Robin Hood's Bay 4.3 miles; Whitby 4.4 miles. (Ref. 1137764)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £327

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful top floor flat in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Sea view. Close to a beach. Close to the town centre. Charmouth 3.5 miles; Seaton 8 miles; Beer 9.8 miles. (Ref. 1106135)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £517

Last booked 9 hours ago
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming, Edwardian terraced cottage located in Babbacombe, Devon. Close to amenities. Woodburning stove. Family-friendly. Close to beach. No pets. Wellswood 1.7 miles; Torquay 2 miles; Paignton 5.2 miles. (Ref. 1079487)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights From £488

  • 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

Holiday Park

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.4

    Good

  • Sykes rating

Whitfield P1, is a lovely cottage resting in the town of Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight, boasting an open-plan living space and is close to the beach. Newport 10.9 miles; Ryde 17.4 miles. (Ref. 1176063)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £479

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Snug is a delightful holiday home resting in Duffield, Derbyshire. Open-plan. Electric stove. Close to amenities. Ashbourne 12.6 miles; Matlock 13.7 miles; Burton-on-Trent 14.6 miles. (Ref. 1131441)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £312

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Treetops is an outstanding detached retreat in Southerton, Devon, boasting a woodburning stove, private balcony, a barbecue, and gorgeous woodland views. Sidmouth 5.3 miles; Exmouth 9.9 miles. (Ref. 16749)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
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Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £535

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This fabulous five-bedroom holiday home rests in Hay-on-Wye, Powys. Bedrooms with en-suites. Brecon 15.6 miles; Hereford 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1125474)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights From £1513

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This stunning, two-bedroom abode is perched in Lytchett Matravers, Dorset. Off-road parking. Hot tub. En-suite bedrooms. Poole 5.9 miles; Bournemouth 11.4 miles; Dorchester 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1084628)

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

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £732

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    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

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £531

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An attractive, detached house nestled on the outskirts of Middleton-in-Teesdale, Yorkshire. Open-plan. Ample off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Bowlees 3.9 miles; Barnard Castle 9.2 miles; Stanhope 13.9 miles. (Ref. 969604)

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

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £723

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A remarkable single-storey lodge resting on the picturesque grounds of Brean Country Club, Somerset. Open-plan. Contemporary. Lake Views. Burnham-on-Sea 4 miles; Weston-super-Mare 9.5 miles; Glastonbury 19 miles. (Ref. 1081562)

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

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights From £592

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Ghyll Crest, a splendid, six bedroom, detached holiday cottage resting in Thirsk, North Yorkshire. Secure bike storage. EV charging. Off-road parking. Northallerton 6.5 miles; Thirsk 10.3 miles. (Ref. 985761)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights From £1973

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A homely ground-floor cottage tucked away on the rural outskirts of West Peckham near Hadlow, Kent. Underfloor heating. Private garden. WiFi. Tonbridge 5.8 miles; Maidstone 9.1 miles; Royal Tunbridge Wells 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1068731)

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

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights From £760

  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Buzzards View, a pleasant house located in the village of Dyserth in Denbighshire boasting a hot tub and stunning views of the countryside and the sea. Prestatyn 3.5 miles. (Ref. 1166936)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £870

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Lakeside View is part of the beautiful Landing How Estate at Lakeside, Cumbria. In Lake District National Park. Off-road parking. Private. Windermere Train Station 9.9 miles; Kendal 12.7 miles; Ambleside 13 miles. (Ref. 1140421)

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

Sun 25th Oct
for 3 nights From £564

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

2 The Croft, a stylish home resting in Stirton near Skipton, North Yorkshire, boasts proximity to local amenities, a hot tub and countryside views. Grassington 9.9 miles; Harrogate 23 miles. (Ref. 1197119)

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

Sat 24th Oct
for 3 nights From £1457

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A stunning barn conversion resting in a working farm in Mallwyd, Powys. Barn conversion. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Snowdonia National Park 0.7 miles; Machynlleth 11.2 miles; Barmouth 25 miles. (Ref. 1121539)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

Mon 26th Oct
for 3 nights From £583

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming three-bedroom cottage resting in Grosmont, North Yorkshire. Pet-free. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. In a National Park. Whitby 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1123330)

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

Fri 23rd Oct
for 3 nights was £859 From £501

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.