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A lovely terraced cottage situated in the vibrant city of York, North Yorkshire. WiFi. Spacious rooms. Off-road parking. Leeds 25 miles. (Ref. 999118)

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3 nights from £637

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A classy, up-to-date flat placed within Whitby in North Yorkshire. All third floor. Views of sea and town below. Open-plan. Smart TV. En-suite. (Ref. 948092)

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3 nights from £496

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The Causeway, a pleasing three-storey house in Llandudno, Conwy, boasts a hot tub, en-suite facilities and proximity to the beach, amenities and Snowdonia. Conwy 3.9 miles, Colwyn Bay 4.6 miles, Snowdonia 21.1 miles. (Ref. 1124509)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from £1496

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    5.0

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This charming, one-bedroom holiday home rests in Ewerby, near Heckington, Lincolnshire. Smart TV. Courtyard garden. Near an AONB. Boston 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1130742)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £292

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A quaint bungalow situated in Morfa Bychan, within walking distance from the beach. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Electric fire. Porthmadog 2.2 miles; Criccieth 6.9 miles. (Ref. 1094141)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £387

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Lovely mid-terrace cottage placed in the heart of historic Whitby, within the North York Moors. Views over Whitby. Open-plan living. Woodburner. Robin Hood's Bay 6 miles; Scarborough 19 miles. (Ref. 1010075)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £322

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Postmasters Lodging is set over three floors in Winchcombe, Cotswolds. Open-plan living area. Cheltenham 8 miles; Broadway 9 miles. (Ref. 976759)

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3 nights from £529

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    4.8

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A delightful property situated in the coastal town of Newbiggin-By-The-Sea. Enclosed courtyard. Roadside parking. Washing machine. Beach nearby. Ashington 3.4 miles; Stakeford 3.5 miles. (Ref. 1100198)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £343

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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This end-terrace cottage is in a quiet cul-de-sac in the centre of Monmouth. Close to the border between England and Wales and the Wye Valley. Fantastic base for walking or cycling. Ross-on-Wye 11 miles. (Ref. 933568)

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3 nights from £310

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
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    5.0

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A delightful, white-washed cottage in the heart of St Austell, Cornwall. Dog-friendly. Barbecue. Close to beach. Enclosed garden. Mevagissey 6.6 miles; Fowey 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1066706)

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3 nights from £462

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A cosy end-terrace cottage in the centre of Haworth village, West Yorkshire. Central location. Off-road parking. Gas fire. Large garden. Keighley 4 miles; Bradford 9.2 miles; Leeds 23.4 miles. (Ref. 1056246)

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3 nights from £334

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

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A traditional cottage nestled in the village of Pennan along the Moray coast. Beach nearby. Roadside parking. Rear garden. Fraserburgh 11.7 miles; Banff 11.9 miles. (Ref. 1110412)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £441

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    4.8

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A renovated 19th century mill worker’s cottage resting in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Family-friendly. Rooftop terrace. Garden. Charmouth 3 miles; Seaton 8 miles; Devon 37.3 miles. (Ref. 1106599)

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3 nights from £413

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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St Wilfreds Loft is a delightful duplex apartment located in the thriving town of Ripon in North Yorkshire with a Smart TV and set near local amenities. Masham 9.4 miles; Harrogate 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1161423)

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3 nights from £393

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A gorgeous cottage settled in the historic town of Chudleigh in Devon. En-Suites. Family friendly. WiFi. Newton Abbot 6.9 miles; Exeter 10.8 miles; Torquay 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1001871)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £635

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A bungalow-style property resting in the heart of the market town of Corsham. Within walking distance to amenities. Pet-friendly. Open-plan living area. Conservatory. Castle Combe 6.4 miles; Bath 9.7 miles. (Ref. 1018150)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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3 nights from £517

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Delightful annex settled into the hamlet of Lower Kenneggy, near Praa Sands, Cornwall. Off-road parking. Single storey. Open-plan. Underfloor heating. Praa Sands 1.6 miles; Hayle 7.6 miles; St Ives 11.2 miles. (Ref. 1133887)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £456

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    5.0

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2B Chestnut Tree House is a first-floor apartment settled into the centre of Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. In National Park. Close to lake. Close to shop. Windermere 1.4 miles; Ambleside 5.5 miles. (Ref. 1090976)

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3 nights from £390

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  • Sleeps3
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    4.9

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This terraced stone cottage is situated in Wirksworth, Derbyshire. WiFi. Woodburner. Matlock 6 miles. (Ref. 955081)

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  • Washing machine

3 nights from £293

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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A charming one-bedroom terraced cottage perched in Cullercoats, Tyne and Wear. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Near a beach. Tynemouth 1.8 miles; Whitley Bay 1.3 miles; North Shields 2.7 miles; Newcastle-upon-Tyne 9.7 miles. (Ref. 1090052)

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3 nights from £418

Are you hoping to stay somewhere unique and exciting for your next staycation? If so, then booking one of these properties for UK city breaks can be a wonderful way to do just that! With loads of options to consider situated around some of the best and most historic cities in the country, you simply can’t go wrong with booking city breaks in the UK! 

Why City Breaks in the UK? 

A wonderful alternative to spending your next staycation in the countryside or by the coast, opting for one of these UK city breaks gives you and your guests a chance to experience somewhere new and exciting, especially if you’re hoping to visit a city that you’ve never been to before! With many of these properties for UK city breaks being situated in and around town and city centres, you’ll never be more than a short walk or drive away from all the excitement.  

From suburban retreats to historic townhouses and city centre apartments, we’re sure that this collection of the best holiday cottages near cities will present you with the perfect place to book. For ideas and inspiration on what to get up to during your city break in the UK, be sure to check out our comprehensive UK Travel Guide

Places to visit during UK City Breaks 

With so many different cities to choose from, each boasting their own unique character and history, there’s no limit to what you can book when it comes to UK city breaks! Depending on what kind of break you’re hoping to have, the UK has no shortage of brilliant cities that can provide the perfect backdrop to your next staycation. 

For those of you hoping to stay somewhere steeped in a long and rich history with tonnes of landmarks, then a city like York could be a brilliant option to consider. Dating back to the time of the Roman Empire and once the centre of a Viking kingdom, this city is best known for its medieval cobbled streets that wind their way through the city centre, one of the most famous being The Shambles

On the other hand, a city like Edinburgh can also make for a great place to book one of these UK city breaks. Famous for its stunning architecture and home to impressive landmarks like Edinburgh Castle and fantastic attractions like Edinburgh Zoo, it’s packed full of well-renowned restaurants and an endless number of late bars and old-world pubs that make for great places to stop off whilst out seeing the sights. 

And for those of you hoping to stay in a city that never sleeps, then you simply can’t go wrong with considering London as the destination for your next UK city break. Often touted as the best city in the world, it serves as the UK’s capital and stands as the largest city by size and population. With a history that can be traced back over two thousand years, it’s also home to some of the most recognisable landmarks in the world, such as Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Tower of London to name just a handful. 

Other popular destinations with holiday cottages near cities: 

Bath 

Bristol

Cardiff 

Chester 

Durham

Exeter 

Liverpool 

Leeds

Oxford 

Sheffield

Truro 

Winchester

Types of City Breaks 

If this collection of holiday cottages near cities hasn’t quite shown you the ideal property to book, don’t panic – With lots of other options to take a look at, including this full collection of UK weekend breaks, there’s also a full collection of all available self-catering holiday cottages to browse.  

Not only that but with lots of other properties to consider including dog-friendly cottages, cottages with hot tubs, large cottages, luxury cottages, romantic cottages and even cottages near railway stations, you and your guests are only a few clicks away from booking the perfect staycation.