Last-Minute Cottages
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- 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
3 nights from £386
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
The hideout is a delightful wooden lodge settled into a holiday park in Ceinewydd near Llanarth, Ceredigion. Pet-friendly. Close to a beach. Llanarth 1.1 miles; New Quay 2.2 miles; Aberystwyth 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1149424)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £397
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsYes
Lovely barn conversion positioned in the rural village of Gissing, East Anglia. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Pub 0.6 miles. (Ref. 970029)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
3 nights from £375
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
A bright and contemporary first-floor apartment set within the town of Dartmouth, Devon. Outstanding views. Open-plan living. Central location. Brixham 5.3 miles; Totnes 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1065857)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
3 nights from £1409
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
A beautiful detached house enjoying a reverse-level layout in the village of Devoran, Cornwall. Decked garden. WiFi. Smart TV. En-suite. Off-road parking. Truro 4.7 miles. (Ref. 1065815)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £766
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A charming single-storey, stone-fronted cottage, resting in Stone Edge, Derbyshire. Close to Peak District National Park. Woodburning stove. Countryside views. Open-plan. EV charging point. Ashover 3.6 miles; Chesterfield 4.9 miles; Matlock 6 miles. (Ref. 1099455)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £696
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
Curtau is an exquisite, detached holiday home located on the outskirts of Llanfaredd near Builth Wells in Powys with a hot tub and stunning views. Llandrindod Wells 8.6 miles; Hay-on-Wye 15.7 miles; Elan Valley 21.9 miles. (Ref. 1146526)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £980
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps22
- Bedrooms10
- PetsYes
A fabulous, detached cottage located in Thorpe near Ashbourne, Derbyshire on the outskirts of the Peak District. Sauna. Hot tubs. Pet-friendly. Matlock 16.4 miles; Ticknall 28.1 miles; Bolsover 31.4 miles. (Ref. 1121092)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
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10% off - Wed 30th Jul to 20th Dec 2025
3 nights from £4833
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
A spacious three-bedroom bungalow resting in Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire. Games room. Pet-friendly. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Close to amenities. Horncastle 6.2 miles; Louth 19.1 miles. Lincoln 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1089972)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Games room
3 nights from £741
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
This detached house is situated in Aberdaron, Gwynedd. 4 bedrooms. WiFi. Games room. Abersoch 11 miles; Pwllheli 16 miles. (Ref. 989977)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
- Sky TV
3 nights from £531
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
A wonderful cottage combining contemporary and traditional charm in North Yorkshire, spacious and stylish and pet-friendly with an enclosed garden. (Ref. 1037972)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £888
- Sleeps12
- Bedrooms6
- PetsYes
Glanduad Fawr is an outstanding holiday home near Nevern in Pembrokeshire. Family-friendly. Dog-friendly. Spacious. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Cardigan 8.1 miles. Fishguard 11.2 miles. Aberporth 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1144820)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
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£300 off - Sat 30th Aug to 31st Oct 2025
3 nights from £1186
- Sleeps33
- Bedrooms14
- PetsYes
This stunning historic manor nestles in the heart of Milton on Stour, Dorset. Woodburner. Enclosed garden. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Shaftesbury 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1026929)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
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5% off - Fri 7th Mar 2025 to 30th Apr 2026
3 nights from £4992
- Sleeps20
- Bedrooms10
- PetsYes
A wonderful country lodge in the Scottish Highlands in Bearnock, near Cannich. En-suites. Large grounds. Private. WiFi. Off-road parking. Woodburning stoves and open fires. Drumnadrochit 7 miles; Beauly 17.6 miles; Inverness 22.3 miles. (Ref. 1077443)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £2583
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
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)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £809
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
A fantastic, detached bungalow with far reaching views, luxury hot tub, double sided woodburner and two en-suite bathrooms. WiFi. Garden. External games room. Village pub 6 minutes walk. (Ref. 927586)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
3 nights from £697
- Sleeps10
- Bedrooms5
- PetsNo
A stylish 16th Century Farmhouse, 1.5 miles from Pontypridd in Rhondda Cynon Taf. Hot Tub. Superb rural views. WiFi. Woodburner. (Ref. 982968)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £981
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
A charming holiday home nested in the countryside near Meonstoke, Hampshire. Woodburning stove. Dog-friendly. In South Downs National Park. New Alresford 10.1 miles; Winchester 12.1 miles; Portsmouth 15.4 miles (Ref. 1113322)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £1190
- Sleeps5
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
Tinkers Cottage is a fabulous pet-friendly property near St Ann's Chapel, Devon, that is close to the beach with captivating sea and countryside views. Kingsbridge 5.8 miles; Salcombe 9.7 miles. (Ref. 1173082)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £400
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
This is a detached bungalow situated in East Studdal near Deal, in Kent. All one level. Large garden. Dover 7.5 miles; Folkstone 14 miles; Cantebury 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1015253)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £582
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? 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.