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A grand, five-bedroom home located on the outskirts of Ringwood, Hampshire. In National Park. Games room. Hot tub. Tennis court. Large. Pet-friendly. Open fire. Bournemouth 13.3 miles; Poole 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1134272)

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  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from $2996

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    4.8

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A third-floor apartment resting in Y Felinheli, Gwynedd. Couple’s retreat. Lift access. Off-road parking. Caernarfon 4.7 miles; Beaumaris 7.9 miles; Anglesey 16.5 miles. (Ref. 1129189)

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3 nights from $440

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.6

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A stunning, two-storey penthouse apartment resting in Caernarfon, Gwynedd. Open-plan. Private balconies. Bedrooms with en-suites. Llanberis 7.8 miles; Bangor 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1073011)

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3 nights from $1334

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.9

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A romantic first-floor apartment resting in Thwaite, North Yorkshire. Open-plan. En-suite. Off-road parking. Bainbridge 8.6 miles; Kirkby Stephen 12.4 miles; Barnard Castle 20.5 miles. (Ref. 1162644)

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3 nights from $356

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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 $671

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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 $396

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    4.9

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12C South Snowdon Wharf is a lovely, second-floor apartment resting in the coastal town of Porthmadog, Gwynedd. Near National Park. Coastal views. Pets. Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park 3.4 miles; Criccieth 3.2 miles; Harlech 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1156485)

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3 nights from $477

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    5.0

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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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3 nights from $524

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  • Bedrooms2
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    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 $452

  • 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 $528

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    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 $625

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    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 $464

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Baytree Cottage rests in Richmond, North Yorkshire, Multiple Winner of the Perfect 10 Rating Award. Free parking. Pet-friendly. Yorkshire Dales National Park 11.1 miles; Darlington 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1139017)

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  • Sky TV

3 nights from $582

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    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
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3 nights from $694

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A couple’s retreat resting in a tranquil location in Ironbridge, Shropshire. Off-road parking. Garden. Close to a pub. Romantic. Telford 4.6 miles; Shrewsbury 13.8 miles; Birmingham 37.5 miles. (Ref. 1131592)

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3 nights from $451

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  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
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    5.0

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A beautiful rural detached house resting in Madresfield near Malvern. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Malvern 2.7 miles; Worcester 7.2 miles; Birmingham 35.5 miles. (Ref. 1130488)

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  • Games room

3 nights from $1460

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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18 Thorngate Wynd is a wonderful, dog-friendly holiday cottage in Barnard Castle, County Durham with breathtaking views over the River Tees. Staindrop 6.3 miles; Richmond 15.1 miles; Darlington 16.3 miles; Durham 24.9 miles. (Ref. 1149426)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $506

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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This three-storey townhouse can be found in Whitstable, Kent. Dog-friendly. Private courtyard. Amenities within walking distance. Herne Bay 5.1 miles; Canterbury 7.2 miles. (Ref. 1038316)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

3 nights from $711

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A stunning three-bedroom, First-floor apartment resting in Kelso, Scottish Borders. Kelso Abbey views. Open-plan. Pet-free. Close to amenities. Jedburgh 11.4 miles; Wooler 21.1 miles. (Ref. 1089523)

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3 nights from $663

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A single-storey annex resting in the bustling seaside town of Bridlington, North Yorkshire. Single storey. Open-plan. Garden. Wilsthorpe 3 miles; The Bay Beach 8.8 miles; Scarborough 18 miles. (Ref. 1127865)

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

3 nights from $506

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.