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A character end-terrace cottage in centre of pretty village of Condover. Formerly two cottages knocked into one with two bedrooms. Woodburner and feature fireplaces. Shrewsbury 5 miles. (Ref. 951416)

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3 nights from £350

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    4.8

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Holly Cottage is a delightful, three-storey cottage situated in Malvern, Worcestershire, boasting an open fire, Smart TV, and stunning countryside views. Ledbury 7 miles; Worcester 11.1 miles; Hereford 23 miles. (Ref. 1157338)

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3 nights from £485

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  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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Owl's Nest is a fabulous detached barn conversion offering flexible accommodation and beautifully positioned in the glorious Howardian Hills near York and Malton. York 12 miles. (Ref. 20946)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • 5% off - Fri 11th Jul to 24th Jul 2025

3 nights from £401

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    4.9

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Number 4 Westmoreland is a stylish ground-floor apartment with off-road parking, close to the Peak District in the village of Two Dales, Derbyshire. Matlock 2.5 miles; Bakewell 6.1 miles. (Ref. 1160185)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £425

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  • Bedrooms1
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    5.0

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A stunning, first floor granary barn conversion, on a working dairy farm, near the centre of Valley, Isle of Anglesey. Luxury accommodation. Woodburner. WiFi. Trearddur Bay 4 miles. (Ref. 983383)

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3 nights from £415

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3 nights from £456

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The Art House, an outstanding cottage on the outskirts of Stoke Prior, in Herefordshire, boasting two sitting rooms, a courtyard and a wine chiller. Leominster 4.4 miles; Monkland 7.6 miles. (Ref. 1177496)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
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3 nights from £490

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    4.8

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This charming first-floor apartment rests in the town of Penmaenmawr, in Conwy, North Wales. Electric fire. Off-road parking. Conwy 4.4 miles; Llandudno 9.1 miles. (Ref. 1014017)

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3 nights from £299

3 nights from £304

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    5.0

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Puffins Rest is a stylish, single-storey holiday home in Goldsithney, Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Romantic. Open-plan. Marazion 1 miles; Penzance 6.2 miles; Helston 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1147926)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £478

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Brookhaven is a charming, studio-style lodge retreat resting in Musbury, Devon. In an AONB. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Axminster 3.2 miles; Seaton 4.5 miles; Lyme Regis 6.5 miles. (Ref. 1136125)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from £343

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Beautifully presented chapel conversion located in the quiet town of Bagillt, with views of the Dee Estuary, in North Wales. Sauna. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Holywell 2.9 miles. (Ref. 992708)

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  • Sky TV

3 nights from £364

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  • Bedrooms1
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    5.0

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Little Haven, a wonderful detached holiday home resting just outside Blandford Forum, Dorset. Smart TV. Single-storey. Family-friendly. Pet friendly. Thornicombe 5.7 miles; Child Okeford 7.6 miles; Moors Valley Country Park & Forest 22.3 miles. (Ref. 1151960)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £585

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    5.0

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Little Victory is a contemporary single-storey boutique home situated in Pendeen, near to the coast in Cornwall, enjoying sea views, a hot tub, and welcoming pets. St Just 2.1 miles; Penzance 7.2 miles; Lands End 8 miles; St Ives 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1167089)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly
  • 5% off - Sat 9th Aug to 16th Aug 2025

  • £702 off - Sat 20th Dec to 27th Dec 2025

3 nights from £715

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Annex, a lovely and romantic, single-storey cottage located in the town of Weston-Super-Mare in Somerset, with off-road parking and a short walk to a shop. Burnham-on-Sea 14 miles; Bristol 20.9 miles. (Ref. 1157286)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £510

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Badgers Sett, a superb single-storey lodge resting in Winston near Staindrop, Durham. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Private parking. Barnard Castle 7.2 miles; Durham 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1027477)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • 5% off - Fri 20th Jun to 25th Jul 2025

3 nights from £495

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    4.9

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Single storey lodge in quiet peaceful rural location overlooking Dartmoor. Ideal for walkers and cyclists. Pet friendly. (Ref. 941975)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £368

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    4.9

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A converted Cart Lodge resting in Melton near Woodbridge, Suffolk. Close to a river. Pet-friendly. Couples Retreat. Rural location. Close to a pub. Woodbridge 1.7 miles; Orford 10.4 miles; Aldeburgh 16.2 miles.. (Ref. 1120125)

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3 nights from £563

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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The Forest Coach House is a friendly, detached abode nestled in Cinderford, a charming town in Gloucestershire. Off-road parking. Near pub and shop. Ross-on-Wye 9.3 miles; Gloucester 14.2 miles; Cheltenham 21.6 miles. (Ref. 29885)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £537

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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12 Pennystone Road, a wonderful holiday cottage resting on the coast in Blackpool, Lancashire. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Sea views. Close to beach. Lytham St Annes 7.8 miles; Preston 21 miles. (Ref. 1131196)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £525

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.