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Sunrise Cottage is a charming terraced cottage with a toasty woodburning stove and accepting pets, located a short walk from a beach in Padstow, Cornwall. Harlyn 2.6 miles; Constantine Bay 3.8 miles; Polzeath 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1165350)

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3 nights from £374

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Ty Gwyn, a farm cottage settled in a rural location near Llanfair Caereinion, Powys. Pet-friendly. Countryside location. Child-friendly. Welshpool 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1039255)

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  • Sky TV

3 nights from £437

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    4.5

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An impressive, three-bedroom cottage settled in Broomhall near Wrenbury, Cheshire. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Large garden. Rural location. Smart TV. Open fire. Games room. Nantwich 3.9 miles; Whitchurch 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1096270)

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  • Games room

3 nights from £581

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
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    5.0

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Church View, a stunning townhouse resting in the bustling seaside town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Close to a beach. Hot tub. Historic features. Bridlington 16.4 miles; Whitby 20 miles; Staithes 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1123864)

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3 nights from £1435

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.8

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11 Eagle Parade is a fantastic first-floor apartment resting in the heart of Buxton, a refreshing spa town in Derbyshire. Near Peak District National Park. Tideswell 7.4 miles; Bakewell 11.7 miles; Matlock 20.1 miles. (Ref. 1152767)

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3 nights from £536

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Bright and spacious semi-detached barn conversion in rural location in hamlet of Berrington Lough. Underfloor heating, countryside views. Berwick 8 miles. (Ref. 1016388)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £473

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  • Bedrooms1
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A homely, semi-detached cottage set on the outskirts of the city of York. Open-plan living. City centre 1 mile. Views towards York Racecourse. (Ref. 964600)

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3 nights from £491

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.6

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Beautiful three storey apartment resting in the heart of Exmoor National Park, in the small town of Lynton. Open-plan. Four poster bed with en-suite. Ilfracombe 18 miles. (Ref. 989216)

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3 nights from £647

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    4.8

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A delightful second-floor apartment resting in Llanllwchaiarn near Newtown, Powys. Countryside views. Close to a river. Close to a golf course. Shropshire Hills AONB 24 miles; Eryri National Park 30 miles; Aberystwyth 45 miles. (Ref. 1137576)

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3 nights from £301

  • Sleeps4
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    4.9

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A lovely mid-terrace cottage located in the village of Oakamoor in Staffordshire. Homely retreat. Perfect for couples or travellers. Terrace garden. Ashbourne 10 miles; Leek 14 miles. (Ref. 974071)

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3 nights from £425

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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A fabulous three-bedroom lodge resting upon White Cross Bay Holiday Park in Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria. In National Park. On-site facilities. Pet-friendly. Stylish. Windermere 2.3 miles; Ambleside 3.5 miles. (Ref. 1122792)

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  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £697

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A semi-detached two storey ex-fisherman's cottage in the village of Cullen, Scotland. Three bedrooms with one situated on the ground floor. Sea view at entrance. Elgin 21 miles. (Ref. 993331)

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3 nights from £372

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.6

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This homely, semi-detached holiday cottage rests on the outskirts of Prestatyn on the North Wales coast. Pet-friendly. In walking distance of the beach. Off-road parking. Rhyl 4.7 miles; Chester 27.5 miles. (Ref. 1056234)

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3 nights from £389

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A delightful, detached cottage resting in Sauchen near Dunecht, Aberdeenshire. Working farm. Off-road parking. Garden. Kingswells 12. 9 miles; Inverurie 13.2 miles; Aberdeen 17.2 miles. (Ref. 1086839)

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3 nights from £499

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.6

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Detached, large and modern house for large group of friends or big family. WiFi. Garden with enclosed patio. Parking for 2 cars. Shop and pub 10 min. Beach 5 min. Weymouth 5 miles. (Ref. 994499)

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3 nights from £694

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A wonderful, three-bedroom lodge overlooking the countryside in Llanyre, Powys. Hot tub. Dog-friendly. Open-plan living. Countryside views. Builth Wells 9.6 miles; Hereford 39.9 miles. (Ref. 1059725)

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3 nights from £775

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.4

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A wonderful first-floor apartment resting in Mevagissey, Cornwall. Close to beach. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. St. Austell 6.1 miles; Truro 15.6 miles. (Ref. 1080704)

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3 nights from £506

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A luxury two-bedroom terraced cottage resting in Whalley, Lancashire. Close to amenities. Woodburning stove. En-suite bedrooms. Private garden. Clitheroe 3.7 miles; Ribble Valley 4.3 miles. (Ref. 1101954)

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3 nights from £744

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A lovely three-bedroom holiday home resting in Tenby, Pembrokeshire. Sea views. Close to amenities and beach. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Ground-floor living. Pembroke 10.1 miles; Carmarthen 25.3 miles. (Ref. 1114324)

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3 nights from £554

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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This is a detached cottage situated in Moelfre near to Llanrhaeadr-Ym-Mochnant in Powys. En-suite bathroom. Reverse level accommodation. Hot tub. Oswestry 7.8 miles; Lake Vyrnwy 17.4 miles; Bala 23.9 miles. (Ref. 1020502)

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3 nights from £453

If you’re hoping to book your next break on the fly, then why not treat yourself to a stay at one of these last-minute cottages and explore the beautiful landscapes of the UK? Offering a hassle-free option for a getaway, these last-minute holiday cottages are sure to impress all types of holiday-goers, no matter what you’re hoping to get up to on your next staycation! 

Why Last-Minute Holiday Cottages? 

If you’re hoping to secure your next staycation but haven’t planned or booked anything yet, then you’ve come to the right place for last-minute holidays in the UK! Featuring a hand-picked selection of the best properties with late availability scattered across the British Isles, each one offers a high level of flexibility and makes for a great alternative to going abroad.  

After all, why deal with all the stress of airport security when you can jump in the car or on the train to one of these last-minute cottages? And on top of all that, what’s best about booking cottages for last-minute holidays is that you’re more than likely to bag a great deal, as many of these last-minute cottages are reduced in price compared to booking in advance.  

For plenty of ideas on what to get up to during your last-minute holiday in the UK, be sure to read our fantastic UK Travel Guide

Places to Visit during Last-Minute Holidays in the UK? 

Even if you’re trying to book the perfect getaway on a tight schedule, there’s an abundance of fantastic places to go for a last-minute holiday in the UK. Whether you fancy a last-minute holiday in Wales or a last-minute holiday in Scotland, there’s no shortage of fantastic options to consider. Not only that, but there’s also plenty of opportunity to book a last-minute holiday in Ireland too, for those of you looking to venture across the Irish Sea for your next staycation!  

Starting with England, the largest and most populous country in the UK, there’s no shortage of amazing regions and national parks where you can book one of these last-minute holiday cottages. With some of the most popular regions being places like the Lake District, the Cotswolds, Cornwall and the Yorkshire Dales, each offers their own unique rural charm and character and make for wonderful places to consider spending a last-minute UK holiday. 

Alternatively, Wales can also make for a brilliant location for booking last-minute holiday cottages. Boasting a host of beautiful national parks like Snowdonia, the Brecon Beacons and Cardigan Bay, here you’ll find miles of golden sandy beaches, lush countryside and some of Britain’s tallest peaks. What’s best is that many of the country’s best regions can be easily reached from England, making it a wonderful place to consider going on a last-minute holiday in the UK if you’re based just across the border. 

Situated in the northern reaches of the British Isles is Scotland, another fantastic place to consider booking one of these last-minute cottages, especially if you’re after a secluded break away from the stresses of everyday life. Home to the enchanting Highlands that’s home to natural landmarks like Ben Nevis, the tallest mountain in the British Isles. Other amazing regions include the Scottish Islands, famous for their white sandy beaches and natural beauty. 

On the other hand, if you’re happy to venture a bit further away from home, then Ireland can make for an unforgettable place to consider booking one of these last-minute holiday cottages. Easily reachable from the UK via flight or ferry, this rural country boasts many properties to consider booking, dotted around stunning regions like the Wild Atlantic Way and the mountains of County Wicklow to name just a couple. 

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Types of Last-Minute Holidays 

Whatever you want from your last-minute holidays, you'll be sure to find the ideal property to book from this selection of thousands! 

If a break with a little opulence is on the agenda, then we’d highly recommend choosing one of these last-minute hot tub breaks, perfect if you’re looking for a property where you can truly relax and unwind after a busy day. Prefer something more rustic? If so, then take a look at this array of last-minute log cabins... or combine the two and take in breath-taking views from the comfort of a last-minute lodge with a hot tub!  

Or if you're simply hoping to get away from the office for a few days to get stuck into some important tasks, why not consider a workcation? And for those of you hoping for a classic staycation experience, then one of these last-minute holiday park breaks would be perfect as well. Failing that, our complete collection of all available self-catering holiday cottages will be sure to help you out even further.