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Lytham Hall Gate House is a quirky property set at the entrance to Lytham Hall, Lancashire. Romantic base. Two separate buildings. Off-road parking. Blackpool 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1053154)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from £327

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.6

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A lovely ground-floor apartment perched in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire. Romantic. Smart TVs. Near a beach. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Near local amenities. Filey 11 miles; Scarborough 17.6 miles. (Ref. 1119363)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £314

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.2

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A charming semi-detached cottage situated in Whitby, North Yorkshire. Harbour views. Gas fire. Grade II listed. Robin Hood's Bay 6 miles; Scarborough 19 miles. (Ref. 1005355)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £336

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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A wonderful, semi-detached holiday home in the heart of Portsoy, Aberdeenshire. Woodburning stove. Close to coast. Enclosed garden. Close to local amenities. Fordyce 2.7miles; Sandend 1.9 mile; Cullen 5.6 miles; Banff 8 miles. (Ref. 1121069)

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3 nights from £479

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A characterful terraced property resting in the city centre of Chester. Short walk to all amenities. Views of the city walls. WiFi. Liverpool 27.5 miles; Llandudno 46.8 miles. (Ref. 1007949)

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3 nights from £322

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    4.5

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Modern 3 Storey house. Close to the Harbour, Newton’s Cove and Brewers Quay. WIFI. Parking for one car. 5 minutes to local shop. 15 minute walk to town centre. (Ref. 993939)

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3 nights from £736

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    4.6

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Lovely cottage in the heart of the Lake District at Windermere. WiFi. Dog-friendly. Wood burning stove. Dishwasher. Washing machine. Shops, restaurants and pubs within walking distance at Windermere and Bowness, 5 minutes. (Ref. 972502)

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3 nights from £494

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Delightful townhouse close to the centre of Wells city. Two bedrooms, off road parking, enclosed garden, WiFi. Many things to see and do close by. Glastonbury 6 miles. (Ref. 930976)

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3 nights from £417

  • Sleeps4
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    4.4

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Modern refurbished terraced cottage in Weymouth, sleeping 4, short walk to the beach and town, WiFi, Off road parking for 1 car. (Ref. 994696)

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3 nights from £484

  • Sleeps4
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108 Longden Coleham, a stunning house nestled in the town of Shrewsbury in Shropshire. Terraced. Riverside views. Near Shropshire Hills National Landscape. Shawbury 8.7 miles; Shropshire Hills National Landscape 17.4 miles. (Ref. 1153325)

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3 nights from £431

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A spacious and comfortable three-bedroom semi-detached home located in a quiet residential street a short down walk away from Salcombe’s bustling waterfront. (Ref. 1119898)

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3 nights from £574

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
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Apartment 4 is a lovely holiday accommodation located in the seaside town of Tenby, Pembrokeshire. Beautiful beach views. Balcony with seating. Gas fire. Pembroke 10.5 miles; Carmarthen 26.3 miles. (Ref. 969560)

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3 nights from £417

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Delightful detached house with spacious accommodation set over three floors above Salcombe. En-suites, enclosed garden, WiFi. Ideal for families or couples. Kingsbridge 7 miles. (Ref. 1157334)

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3 nights from £714

  • Sleeps2
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    4.8

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An end-terrace cottage resting in the village of Pakefield in Suffolk. Enclosed garden Woodburning stove. Lowestoft 2.5 miles; Great Yarmouth 13 miles; Norwich 25.8 miles. (Ref. 1026362)

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3 nights from £331

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A stylish first floor apartment overlooking the market town of Pickering. North York Moors Railway across the road. Open plan living. Centre of Pickering. (Ref. 951135)

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3 nights from £253

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    4.9

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Cider Press Cottage is a wonderful cottage situated on the edge of an historic and peaceful village. Woodburning stove. Private terrace. Off-road parking. Bristol 13.1 miles; Glastonbury 20.4 miles. (Ref. 988857)

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3 nights from £647

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  • Sleeps2
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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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3 nights from £318

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    4.2

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Fisherman's Cottage, King Street, is a charming cottage resting in Fortuneswell, Dorset. Close to a shop and a pub. Close to a beach. Woodburning stove. Weymouth 5.4 miles; Dorchester 12.4 miles. (Ref. 1152166)

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3 nights from £386

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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A character cottage set over three floors in the heart of Wirksworth, Derbyshire. TV. WiFi. Enclosed garden. Matlock 5.6 miles. (Ref. 1015520)

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3 nights from £492

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A rural property with contemporary design settled into the village of Lingdale, North Yorkshire. Off-road parking. Open-plan. Close to a pub. No pets. Saltburn-by-the-Sea 4.9 miles; Staithes 10 miles; Whitby 19.2 miles. (Ref. 1128578)

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3 nights from £392

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 

Cardiff 

Chester 

Exeter 

Liverpool 

Oxford 

Truro 

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 and cottages for romantic getaways, you and your guests are only a few clicks away from booking the perfect staycation.