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A beautiful stone cottage resting in Garston near Whiston, Staffordshire. In National Park. Original features. Leek 9.2 miles; Ashbourne 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1026268)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £489

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

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Waterside Lodge is a charming, single-storey, semi-detached cottage set on the rural outskirts of Annan in Dumfries and Galloway enjoying an open fire. Dumfries 10.8 miles; Carlisle 24 miles. (Ref. 1159918)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £319

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Morawel Fach, a wonderful cottage perched along the coast in Newport, Pembrokeshire, with a toasty woodburning stove and a short walk to pub and shop. Fishguard 7 miles; Cardigan 10.6 miles. (Ref. 1052095)

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3 nights from £332

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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This delightful holiday property rests near Windermere, Cumbria. Countryside views. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Ambleside 4.3 miles; Windermere 3 miles. (Ref. 1120662)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £532

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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1 Clarkes Lane is a beautiful cottage nestled in the quaint village of St Martins in Shropshire. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Games room. Oswestry 5.3 miles; Llangollen 9.8 miles; Shrewsbury 22.4 miles; Chester 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1159443)

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  • Games room

3 nights from £721

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

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This fabulous property sits in the Avon valley near Stonehenge. This tranquil setting has woodland and a large garden and the River Avon flowing through it with double bank fly fishing. Amesbury 3.2 miles; Salisbury 10.1 miles; Southampton 33.1 miles. (Ref. 1076792)

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3 nights from £1513

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

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This charming, three-bedroom holiday home rests in Paignton, Devon. Smart TV. Close to amenities. Near a National Park. Off-road parking. Torquay 3.3 miles; Brixham 5.1 miles; Dartmouth 6.9 miles. (Ref. 1136818)

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3 nights from £539

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  • Bedrooms4
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A lovely detached property located amongst superb views of Welsh countryside, it is the perfect escape for a large family or group of friends! Plenty of character and charm. Woodburner. Hot tub. Games room. Betws-y-Coed 2 miles. (Ref. 961172)

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3 nights from £805

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  • Bedrooms2
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A stunning two-bedroom barn conversion resting in Glyndyfrdwy near Llangollen in North Wales. Hot tub. Panoramic countryside views. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Ruthin 17.3 miles; Chester 28.8 miles. (Ref. 998607)

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3 nights from £783

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

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This magnificent barn conversion is based in Giggleswick, North Yorkshire. All en-suites. Hot tub. Spacious rooms. Country views. Settle 1.3 miles; Ingleton 10 miles. (Ref. 985150)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £1696

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Superb single-storey barn conversion near Winterborne Stickland in an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Open plan living with beams and en suite-facilities. Woodburning stove. Blandford Forum 4 miles. (Ref. 19285)

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  • Games room

3 nights from £388

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  • Bedrooms3
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A luxury, three-bedroom holiday home resting in Llanfechell, Anglesey. Near AONB. Hot tub. Contemporary. Countryside views. Close to amenities and beach. Cemaes Bay 1.6 miles; Holyhead 15.2 miles. (Ref. 1127832)

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3 nights from £700

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  • Bedrooms3
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Beudy Pwll Pridd is a fabulous, family-friendly barn conversion in Bryneglwys near Llangollen, Denbighshire with lovely views, a private hot tub and a barbecue. Ruthin 8.7 miles; Ruthin 15 mins (Ref. 1162911)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £608

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Ptarmigan is a family-friendly terraced home with sea views and off-road parking, located in the coastal village of Garlieston in Dumfries and Galloway. Wigtown 8 miles; Newton Stewart 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1159924)

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3 nights from £391

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Otherton Hall, a Grade II listed Georgian Farmhouse resting Otherton, Staffordshire. Indoor swimming pool. Cinema room. Sauna. Games room. Extensive gardens. Smart TVs. Cannock Chase AONB 6.5 miles; Stafford 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1120972)

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  • Games room

3 nights from £3968

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Puffin Way Holiday Caravan is a well-presented, single-storey caravan situated in Llwyngwril, Gwynedd, boasting a private decking area and sea views. Llwyngwril 0.7 miles; Tywyn 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1177578)

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3 nights from £342

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Number 42 is a well-presented, pet-friendly and single-storey lodge on the Wemyss Bay Holiday Park in Inverclyde, with access to a on-site facilities. Skelmorlie 1.1 miles; Port Glasgow 12.2 miles; City of Glasgow 34.8 miles (Ref. 1174777)

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3 nights from £363

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The Canalside Cottage is a stunning, single-storey cottage located near Shardlow, Derbyshire, boasting open-plan living, EV charging, and canal views. Derby 8.8 miles; Loughborough 10.7 miles; Nottingham 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1177941)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £526

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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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The Miners Hall, a breathtaking converted chapel located in the quaint town of Stanley, County Durham. Stained-glass windows. Hot tub. Sauna. Jukebox. Durham 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 11 miles; Sunderland 17.3 miles. (Ref. 1128283)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £1317

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Summerdown is an attractive, single-storey lodge resting in Brean, Somerset, enjoying serene lake views and a short walk to a beach, pub, and shop. Burnham-on-Sea 3.7 miles; Weston-super-Mare 9.9 miles; Glastonbury 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1172908)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £437

This collection of short breaks in the UK offers a fantastic escape to a variety of UK destinations; whether it's a city break in a vibrant location steeped in history, a weekend getaway set in picturesque rolling countryside or a romantic two-night stay by the sea, you can explore the delights of the UK from the comfort of one of these short break holiday cottages.

Why Book a UK Weekend Break?

Weekend breaks provide you with something to look forward to, all without the need to negotiate time off work. With just two nights or three days away you can recharge away from the stresses of everyday life. Many people prefer taking short breaks as they are quicker to plan, easier to organise with other and there's considerably less to pack!

A short break in the UK is often cheaper than booking a full week or two weeks, but you still get the fun and memories of a holiday! This is popular with people looking to explore more of the UK, as the cheaper price tag means they can book weekend breaks more often. Here at Sykes we've labelled with as 'Staycation Snacking', and we love it. There's no better way to see all the UK has to offer than in manageable chunks. You could enjoy a short break in Scotland filled with rugged countryside one week, then book a weekend break in Wales and indulge in all the seaside has to offer the next.

You don't even always have to book a weekend break, this collection consists of over 18,000 holiday cottages that allow short breaks, meaning that you could take handy mid-week holidays too. Perfect for people looking to take advantage of cheaper mid week prices or those who don't have the typical Monday to Friday job and still want to explore.

Places to Visit during a UK Short Break

There are so many wonderful destinations for a UK short break waiting to be uncovered! A weekend breaks allows you to really enjoy a specific place and uncover what makes it so special!

Lovers of the seaside feeling the call of the coast, should choose a short break in Cornwall where unbeatable beaches and idyllic towns and villages await. If you'd like to relax in the great outdoors on this trip be sure to walk part of the South West Coast Path and try to visit as many amazing beaches as possible. We'd recommend Perranporth Beach, Kynance Cove, Summerleaze Beach and of course the world famous Fistral Beach, ideal for budding surfers! Beach lovers could also book a short break in Devon or a weekend break in Dorset and they'd be in heaven.

If you're booking a short break in the UK to soak in culture and learn about a region's history, then we'd recommend booking a weekend break in Northumberland. Home to some of the most spectacular castles in the world, like Bamburgh Castle as well as spectacular Roman remnants like Hadrian's Wall; there's so much to see and do here. Explore the epic Alnwick Castle and after soaking in the history unwind on the shores of glorious beaches like Beadnell Bay and Embleton Bay. History and culture can also be found on a short break in Yorkshire and a weekend break in Kent.

Other must-visit regions offering short breaks in the UK include: 

Cotswolds

Cheshire

Derbyshire

Hampshire

Ireland

Lake District

Isle of Wight

Norfolk

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Types of Short Breaks & Weekend Breaks

Want to treat your loved one to a special weekend break? We recommend browsing this hand-picked selection of romantic weekend getaways. Alternatively, enjoy a long weekend away with those who mean most by choosing a bank holiday weekend cottage. If you prefer a secluded holiday, you should explore this array of log cabin weekend breaks or weekend caravan breaks

You can even bring your beloved pooch along to one of these dog-friendly short breaks in the UK.

Browse these cottages for 2-night stays for your next short break, or if you fancy exploring a new place at a slightly quieter time, these midweek breaks will be ideal. If you're looking for a late deal, these last-minute cottages will be ideal.

However, if you want to enjoy a short break during the festive period, these Christmas and New Year short breaks are the perfect choice. Alternatively, get even more out of winter by enjoying a winter short break. If you’d prefer short getaways at a warmer time of year, perhaps these autumn short breaks are a better choice. You can also choose from these family short breaks in the UK.

Alternatively, if you're looking to make a saving, then taking a look at these cheap cottages or these last-minute short breaks would be a great idea. Those of you looking to spend more time by the sea will find these beach short breaks in the UK helpful. If you're looking for something extra special check out these luxury weekend breaks.

Can’t decide? Check out this broad range of cottage complexes and chalet parks and self-catering UK holiday cottages to find the ideal property for you. Book ahead and secure your 2025 break now!