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- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A ground-floor apartment resting in West Bay, Dorset. Sea view. Close to a beach. Close to the town centre. Charmouth 8.5 miles; Lyme Regis 11.3 miles; Weymouth 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1106378)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£774
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
Rose Cottage is a delightful cottage in the village of Langham near Oakham, Rutland. Woodburning stove. Freestanding bath. Pet-friendly. Barbecue. Family-friendly. Melton Mowbray 8.5 miles; Stamford 13.3 miles; Lincoln 50 miles; Cambridge 61 miles. (Ref. 1158933)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 3 nights
£572
Travel plans can change
Choose our "Flexible" booking option and cancel at least a week before your check-in date to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps5
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
A tasteful holiday home in the town of Killorglin in County Kerry, Ireland. Views of River Laune. En-suite. Woodburner. (Ref. 999150)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 3 nights
£465
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsNo
Canal Side is a lovely, duplex apartment resting along a canal in the town of Skipton, North Yorkshire, with an open-plan design and near a national park. Grassington 9.5 miles; Harrogate 22.5 miles. (Ref. 1172533)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
for 3 nights
£384
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsNo
This is a ground-floor apartment found in the town of Rye in East Sussex. Open-plan. Balcony with seating. Close to amenities. Camber 4.6 miles; Hastings 12.4 miles; Battle 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1021217)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£389
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
An inviting lodge set on the Kingsdown Holiday Park, Kent. On-site swimming pool. Dishwasher. Beach nearby. Close to amenities. Deal 3.1 miles; Dover 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1121646)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£414
- Sleeps5
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
Delightful detached stone-built cottage one mile from Llangadfan village. Character beams, woodburner, garden. Well-equipped accommodation. Excellent walking and cycling. Lake Vrynwy 10 miles. (Ref. 911915)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 3 nights
£415
Travel plans can change
Choose our "Flexible" booking option and cancel at least a week before your check-in date to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
Riverside Cottage, a stunningly-presented home nestled in the resort town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Near North York Moors National Park and beach. Pickering 17 miles; Whitby 20 miles; York 40 miles. (Ref. 1132407)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£441
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
A rural property with contemporary design settled into the village of Lingdale, North Yorkshire. Off-road parking. Open-plan. Close to a pub. No pets. Saltburn-by-the-Sea 4.9 miles; Staithes 10 miles; Whitby 19.2 miles. (Ref. 1128578)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£512
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsYes
This superb ground-floor annexe apartment is situated in the town of Cinderford, Gloucestershire. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Gloucester 14.4 miles; Cheltenham 21.7 miles. (Ref. 1014199)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Sky TV
for 3 nights
£354
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A wonderful cottage nestled in the historic market town of Kirkby Lonsdale. Woodburning stove. Ideal for families. Off-road parking. Patio. Kendal 12.4 miles. (Ref. 926573)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£664
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A contemporary single-storey holiday home nestled in South Reston, Lincolnshire. Open-plan. Garden. Off-road parking. Countryside location. Little Carlton 3.5 miles; Mablethorpe 9.6 miles; Lincoln 34.7 miles. (Ref. 1081425)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£454
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A lovely detached stone cottage, sitting in the village of Mickleton. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Family-friendly. Middleton-In-Teesdale 2.1 miles; Barnard Castle 8.5 miles (Ref. 1040616)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£750
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
Bank Barn - Wreay is a magnificent barn conversion within extensive grounds with panoramic mountainous views towards Lake Ullswater, in Wreay, Cumbria. Penrith 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1160532)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 3 nights
£1870
Travel plans can change
Choose our "Flexible" booking option and cancel at least a week before your check-in date to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
Dolawen Bach is a stylish first-floor, duplex apartment resting in Conwy, boasting a woodburning stove and in close proximity to the beach and amenities. Llandudno 4.7 miles; Betws-y-Coed 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1169903)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
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for 3 nights
£402
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A charming two-bedroom cottage resting on a working farm in Goodmanham Wold, York. Woodburning stove. En-suite bedrooms. Private patio. York 24.1 miles. (Ref. 958392)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£379
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
Osprey View is a wonderful, single-storey lodge resting in Aberfeldy, Perth and Kinross. Near the Cairngorms National Park. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Pitlochry 13.5 miles; Perth 30.8 miles. (Ref. 1143568)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 3 nights
£971
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsNo
A well-presented barn conversion situated near to Aston on Clun amidst the Shropshire countryside. Ideal for families. Hot tub. Idyllic location. Ludlow 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1079017)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£460
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
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
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for 3 nights
£496
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
A Grade II listed cottage nestled close to the village of Dalston, Cumbria. Ideal for families. Woodburning stove. Set on a working farm. Wigton 4.5 miles; Carlisle 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1049941)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£585
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! You can also choose from these last-minute, dog-friendly holiday cottages.
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, or even one of these properties for overnight stays? 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 or these cheap holiday cottages if you're looking for something more affordable.
If you'd rather get ahead and plan your next getaway early, be sure to explore these 2026 holidays. Browse, book, and secure your spot without missing out!
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. Alternatively, if you're just looking for a place to book for a short getaway with your partner, then be sure to check out these cottages for romantic weekend breaks as well. Alternatively, take a look at this collection of cottages for 2-night stays if you're after something short-term.
For even more inspiration, check out these UK staycation ideas!