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- Bedrooms1
- PetsNo
Fourways Loft, a stylish first-floor accommodation, with an electric fire, set in the rural outskirts of Smeeton Westerby near Kibworth in Leicestershire. Market Harborough 5.6 miles; Wigston 8.5 miles; Corby 15.2 miles. (Ref. 1158085)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Baby-friendly
for 3 nights
£366
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
Reyflat Barn, a wonderful rural holiday cottage resting in Raddery in the Scottish Highland. Enclosed balcony. Garden with barbecue. On a working farm. Munlochy 8.0 miles; Muir of Ord 16.4 miles. (Ref. 1149453)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 3 nights
£479
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).
Holiday Park
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
Plot 32, a wonderfully-presented holiday caravan resting in High Hesket, Cumbria. Smart TV. Electric fire. Open-plan living space. Countryside views. Penrith 8.8 miles; Carlisle 9.3 miles; North Pennines AONB 13.3 miles. (Ref. 1154008)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£618
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsNo
A quaint bungalow set in the village of Wedmore. Ideal for couples. Enclosed patio. Off-road parking. Cheddar 4.7 miles; Weston-super-Mare 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1064023)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
for 3 nights
£396
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
A delightful, detached property set in Bwelchllan in the county of Cardigan, Wales. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Tranquil location. Lampeter 9.6 miles. (Ref. 1063948)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 3 nights
£476
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsNo
A pleasant cottage located in the village of Deal in Kent. En-suite bedroom. Woodburner. Close to the sea front and beach. Dover 8.5 miles; Canterbury 24 miles. (Ref. 980449)
- Wi-fi
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
for 3 nights
£330
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
A delightful cottage based near to Portglenone, Country Antrim. Pet-friendly. Dishwasher. Off-road parking. Ballymena 10.9 miles; Antrim 19.2 miles. (Ref. 1125440)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 3 nights
£430
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
8 Buckfields is a coastal apartment resting in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Sea views. Close to town centre. Off-road parking. Charmouth 3.1 miles; Seaton 7.7 miles; Devon 37 miles. (Ref. 1106015)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£616
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A first floor south facing property in Polzeath Court, a small group of apartments at New Polzeath. Ample parking. Local town of Wadebrodge just 15 mins away, lovely little villageof Port Quinn eight mins away. (Ref. 1080259)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£334
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsYes
An inviting ground-floor apartment located in Broad Langdon near Jacobstow in North Cornwall. Open-plan living space. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Bude 10.1 miles; Launceston 11.1 miles; Tintagel 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1064926)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£360
- Sleeps5
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
1 Ilsham Cottages is a lovely mews-style cottage settled into the bustling town of Torquay, Devon. Close to a shop and a pub. Close to a beach. Paignton 4.4 miles; Dartmoor National Park 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1141066)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£480
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
Partridge is a pleasant pet-friendly single-storey cabin tucked away on the rural outskirts of Withern near Alford, Lincolnshire. Mablethorpe 7 miles; Louth 9.5 miles; Horncastle 17 miles; Skegness 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1171688)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
for 3 nights
£412
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
Delightful barn conversion, part of group, on hillside near St Newlyn East. Exposed beams, wonderful views. Newquay 4.5 miles. (Ref. 2140)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Electric vehicle charging
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 3 nights
£390
- Sleeps10
- Bedrooms5
- PetsNo
A large, detached, family-friendly property in the village of Littledean in the Forest of Dean. Hot tub. Gas fires. Original beams. Stunning views. Newnham-on-Severn 1.7 miles; Symonds Yat 12 miles; Gloucester 13.6 miles. (Ref. 933787)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 3 nights
£1058
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
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
- PetsYes
A well-positioned, three-bedroom home resting in Brixham, Devon. Sea views. Close to amenities, beach and harbour. Elevated position. Enclosed garden. Family-friendly. Dartmouth 5.4 miles; Paignton 5.9 miles; Torquay 8.5 miles. (Ref. 1124246)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£529
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A first-floor apartment resting in Seaton, Devon. Balcony. Sea views. Welcome hamper. Lyme Regis 7.6 miles; Charmouth 11.3 miles; Devon 26.6 miles. (Ref. 1106064)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
for 3 nights
£654
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
A pretty, detached old coach house resting in Madeley, Shropshire. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Shared courtyard. Telford 4.3 miles; Wolverhampton 18 miles; Shrewsbury 18.5 miles. (Ref. 1095095)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
for 3 nights
£478
- Sleeps10
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
This detached house rests in Criccieth, Gwynedd. Views across Cardigan Bay. Large patio with seating. Luxury décor. Porthmadog 4.2 miles; Pwllheli 9.1 miles. (Ref. 1020619)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 3 nights
£1539
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
A charming, stone cottage situated in the village of Whatstandwell, Derbyshire. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Ample off-road parking. Matlock 5.9 miles. (Ref. 1136426)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
for 3 nights
£503
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!