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Knoll View, a wonderful, three-storey abode located in Bradwell in Derbyshire, enjoying countryside views in the heart of the Peak District National Park. Castleton 3.8 miles; Tideswell 4.7 miles; Buxton 13.3 miles; Bakewell 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1163073)

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3 nights from £1138

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The Oakroyd, a delightful house nestled in the town of Ingleton in North Yorkshire. Near a shop and a pub. Character. Near National Park. Enclosed garden. Yorkshire Dales National Park 1 mile; Bentham 3.2 miles; Lancaster 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1054274)

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3 nights from £1676

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
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    4.8

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Superb high quality detached farmhouse. Stylish open plan living area, sitting room with woodburning stove. Media room, hot tub. Bala 7.5 miles. (Ref. 905599)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £1174

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  • Sleeps6
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A superb, stylish semi-detached farmhouse. Renovated to a luxury standard. Two en-suite bedrooms. Open plan living, mezzanine seating area with country and lake views. Market Drayton 8 miles. (Ref. 925076)

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3 nights from £842

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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This historic holiday cottage rests in Llantilio Pertholey near Mardy, Wales. Traditional interior. Woodburning stove. Private garden with barbecue. WiFi. Mardy 2.3 miles; Monmouth 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1048686)

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3 nights from £518

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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5 Southern Place is a wonderful, single-storey base resting in Dobwalls, Cornwall. Near Dartmoor National Park. Hot tub. Open-plan. Pet-friendly. Liskeard 3.1 miles; Looe 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1148654)

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3 nights from £732

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A delightful semi-detached stone cottage resting in Oakworth, West Yorkshire. Gas fire. En-suite. Countryside views. Haworth 2.1 miles; Keighley 3.2 miles; Skipton 10 miles. (Ref. 1007845)

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3 nights from £468

  • Sleeps6
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A splendid single-storey property located on an alpaca farm on the outskirts of Lyme Regis, Dorset. Close to amenities and a beach. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Charmouth 4.1 miles; Axminster 5.2 miles; Bridport 11 miles; Sidmouth 14.5 miles. (Ref. 1125287)

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3 nights from £1090

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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Stunning barn conversion in a semi-rural location cloe to the village of Groeslon in North Wales. Underfloor heating throughout. Woodburning stove. Wifi. Parking and garden. Games room. En-suite facilities. Caernarfon 5 miles. (Ref. 974516)

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3 nights from £950

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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A delightful wooden-clad lodge resting on the outskirts of Greetham, Rutland. Off-road parking. Hot tub. Enclosed garden. Oakham 7.8 miles; Leicester 27.4 miles. (Ref. 1056287)

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3 nights from £638

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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A modern lodge on the edge of Thorpe-on-the-Hill in Lincolnshire. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Lincoln 6 miles. (Ref. 954121)

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3 nights from £627

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A stunning, single-storey barn conversion resting in Burniston near Scalby in North Yorkshire. Off-road parking. Family-friendly. En-suites. Ground-floor living. Scarborough 3.6 miles; Whitby 16 miles. (Ref. 1109246)

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3 nights from £906

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A stunning, first-floor apartment sitting in Ulverston, Cumbria. Luxury. Close to amenities. Beautiful views. Off-road parking. Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1101469)

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3 nights from £738

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  • Sleeps6
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Green Fingers is a historic cottage in the town of Whitby in North Yorkshire. Woodburning stove. Enclosed patio. Sea views. Central location near beach. Robin Hood's Bay 5.3 miles; Scarborough 19.4 miles; Pickering 21.4 miles; Guisborough 22.3 miles. (Ref. 1154243)

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3 nights from £741

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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Barn Conversion is a charming detached house near Dalton-in-Furness, Cumbria, with a woodburning stove, underfloor heating, and panoramic views. Ulverston 3.9 miles; Grange-over-Sands 18.8 miles; Windermere21.1 miles. (Ref. 1164690)

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3 nights from £563

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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This stunning three-bedroom property is nestled in the Lake District National Park in Grasmere, Cumbria. En-suite bathrooms. Smart TV. Beautiful views. Ambleside 4.8 miles; Keswick 12.2 miles; Windermere 14.8 miles. (Ref. 1065969)

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3 nights from £1664

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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This contemporary-styled holiday cottage can be found in Grindleton near Chatburn, Lancashire. Remote position. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Clitheroe 4.7 miles; Skipton 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1034985)

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3 nights from £819

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A lovely three-bedroom abode nestled in Newport, Pembrokeshire. Woodburning stove. En-suite master bedroom. Open-plan. Fishguard 7.1 miles; Cardigan 12 miles. (Ref. 1125448)

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3 nights from £558

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Morawel, a family-friendly, three-storey town house on Parrog Road in Newport, Pembrokeshire, with a woodburning stove and a short walk to pub and shop. Fishguard 7 miles; Cardigan 10.6 miles. (Ref. 1052051)

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  • Games room

3 nights from £499

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Birkwray Barn, a beautifully-luxurious, three-storey abode situated in Outgate near Hawkshead in Cumbria, with a woodburning stove and countryside views. Ambleside 3.8 miles; Kendal 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1162435)

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3 nights from £1272

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

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 treat yourselves to breathtaking 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. You can also choose from these last-minute weekend breaks. Failing that, our complete collection of all available cottage complexes and chalet parks and self-catering holiday cottages will be sure to help you out even further.