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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

  • Sleeps6
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A wonderful, semi-detached cottage sitting in New Marske, North Yorkshire. Open-plan. Hot tub. Ground-floor living. Marske-by-the-Sea 1.7 miles; Saltburn-by-the-Sea 3.5 miles; Redcar 3.7 miles. (Ref. 1088637)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £627

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The Cottage at Rocklands Farm is a lovely cottage resting near Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, boasting an enclosed garden and off-road parking. Symonds Yat 2.7 miles; Monmouth 6.1 miles. (Ref. 1172257)

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3 nights from £290

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A single-storey, wood-cladded eco lodge resting in Acton near Bishop's Castle, Shropshire. Contemporary. Firepit. Set in woodlands. Ground-floor living. Romantic. Montgomery 12.6 miles; Ludlow 21.9 miles; Shrewsbury 24.8 miles. (Ref. 961030)

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3 nights from £661

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Lovely ground floor apartment close to English Riviera. Newton Abbot 3 miles. (Ref. 967259)

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3 nights from £344

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A well-presented barn conversion resting in the village of Yarpole. WiFi. Romantic dwelling. Electric fire. Leominster 5.3 miles; Ludlow 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1107059)

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3 nights from £425

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A beautiful quaint lodge near Hereford, Herefordshire. Woodburning stove. Romantic. Hot tub. Smart TV. Leominster 11.3 miles; Worcester 23.7 miles; Gloucester 29.5 miles. (Ref. 1102435)

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3 nights from £587

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This detached cottage can be found in a secluded spot in Kilcoo, County Down in Northern Ireland. Woodburning stove. Views out to lough. Romantic getaway in the country. Castlewellan 3.7 miles; Downpatrick 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1011860)

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3 nights from £412

  • Sleeps2
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    4.9

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Lovely cottage overlooking the Lincolnshire Wolds. Electric fire. Open plan kitchen/diner. Little Carlton 0.9 miles. (Ref. 947021)

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3 nights from £269

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A stone-built conversion of a former granary, on a working farm on the outskirts of Spofforth, North Yorkshire. Romantic. Rural location. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Pet-free. Wetherby 4.4 miles; Harrogate 5.2 miles. (Ref. 1103469)

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3 nights from £354

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A delightful pod based in a country location in Marston Montgomery, near Ashbourne. Ideal for couples. Pet free. Hot tub. Uttoxeter 5.2 miles; Ashbourne 8 miles. (Ref. 1124606)

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3 nights from £599

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The Stables is a charming, one-bedroom barn conversion resting upon Dalswinton Mains in Dalswinton, Dumfries and Galloway. Rural. Romantic. Rural views. Dumfries 7 miles. (Ref. 1133974)

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3 nights from £371

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Shire’s End is an underground pod situated on the owner’s working farm on the outskirts of Ludlow and the Shropshire border. Romantic dwelling. Underfloor heating. WiFi. Tenbury 5.3 miles. (Ref. 1094445)

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3 nights from £566

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A delightful shalley conversion settled in Diss, Suffolk. Open-plan. Hot tub. Bike storage. Romantic. Farm. Bury St. Edmunds 20.9 miles; Norwich 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1074044)

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3 nights from £576

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Sumptuous, first floor annexe just outside of the Somerset city of Bath. Open-plan living. Countryside views. Bath 3 miles. Romantic retreat. (Ref. 903751)

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3 nights from £492

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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This delightful, three-bedroom holiday home rests in Whitby, North Yorkshire. Close to amenities. Near a beach. Near a National Park. Open plan. Robin Hood's Bay 5.4 miles; Scarborough 18.5 miles; Pickering 20.6 miles. (Ref. 1137614)

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3 nights from £473

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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Sand Waves is a fantastic ground-floor apartment perched along the shore in Carbis Bay, Cornwall, boasting spectacular sea views and a short walk to a pub. St Ives 2.5 miles; Hayle 3.7 miles; Penzance 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1171317)

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3 nights from £881

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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Brock House is a stunning, pet-friendly barn conversion resting near the lovely town of Northallerton in North Yorkshire boasting an indulgent hot tub. Thirsk 7.2 miles. (Ref. 1162425)

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3 nights from £828

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Harbour Cottage is a contemporary, single-storey cottage that rests in Torquay, Devon, that is near local amenities, the beach and has a Smart TV. Paignton 3.5 miles; Brixham 8.7 miles; Dartmoor 15.1 miles. (Ref. 1167753)

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3 nights from £442

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Traditional stone semi-detached cottage, in Penistone. Woodburning stove, off road parking, WiFi. Excellent walking and cycling area. Thurlstone 2 miles, Holmfirth 9.5 miles (Ref. 952635)

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3 nights from £526

Feeling spontaneous? Or are you just ready to book your next few days away? If so, then be sure to take a look at this vast collection of properties for last-minute weekend breaks in the UK. 

Why Last-Minute Weekend Breaks UK? 

For those of you who like to take shorter holidays at the drop of a hat, you’ve come to the right place with this collection of stunning properties for last-minute weekend breaks UK.  

With a host of options situated all over the country, these properties are immediately available, giving you the chance to escape the stress of everyday life as soon as possible.  

Complete with modern amenities and all the creature comforts that you’re used to at home, as well as being nestled in some of the country’s most stunning locations; you simply can’t go wrong with booking last-minute short breaks in the UK! 

Places to Visit during Last-Minute UK Weekend Breaks 

With properties situated all over the country, from the coast to the countryside, there’s no shortage of places to book when it comes to last-minute weekend breaks in the UK. 

For rural breaks, a trip to the Lake District is a fantastic idea to consider. Situated in the North West of England, it’s home to wonderful towns like Bowness, Ambleside and Keswick, as well as natural landmarks like Lake Windermere and Scafell Pike waiting for you to explore. 

For a coastal getaway, consider a last-minute weekend break in Cornwall, a beautiful county tucked away in the South West of England. Wrapping around the southernmost point in Britain, this county is home to beautiful coastal towns like St Ives, Carbis Bay and Penzance where you’ll find plenty of cosy pubs, independent shops and well-renowned restaurants to enjoy during your stay. 

For the best of both worlds, Anglesey, found just off the coast of North Wales, can make for an exceptional place to stay. Home to idyllic towns and villages like Benllech, Moelfre and Rhosneigr, it's also where you’ll find a host of award-winning beaches like Red Wharf Bay, as well as miles of rolling green hills and fantastic attractions like the Anglesey Sea Zoo, Parys Mountain and Beaumaris Castle

Other Popular Destinations for Last-Minute UK Short Breaks: 

Forest of Dean 

Hampshire 

Isle of Wight 

Norfolk 

Northumberland 

North Wales 

South Wales 

Warwickshire 

Yorkshire 

Types of Short Breaks 

Begin your next adventure today by booking one of these delightful last-minute short breaks! 

If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for then don’t fret as you can also choose from these romantic weekend breaks, lodge short breaks and weekend caravan breaks

There are also plenty of family weekend breaks and spa weekend breaks to choose from. If you’re looking to make the most of your annual leave, you can also choose from these bank holiday weekend getaways. Why not browse this collection of family weekend breaks or spa weekend breaks too? If you're looking for your next getaway by the sea then these beach breaks in the UK could be perfect.

As well as these properties for last-minute weekend breaks, there’s also a vast collection of other properties for weekend cottage breaks, as well as plenty of opportunities to book last-minute breaks