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The Thistles is a charming stone-built holiday cottage with off-road parking in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, in the Lake District National Park. Windermere Train Station 1.3 miles: Ambleside 5.7 miles; Kendal 9.6 miles. (Ref. 1156012)

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3 nights from £627

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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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

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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A charming three-bedroom terraced house resting in Lincoln, Lincolnshire. Close to amenities. Beautiful views. Barbecue. Newark 18.9 miles. (Ref. 1075295)

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3 nights from £430

  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

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Barncroft is an outstanding detached bungalow situated in Tansley, Derbyshire boasting a double-sided log burner, hot tub, and elevated countryside views. Matlock 2 miles; Chesterfield 10.3 miles; Sutton-in-Ashfield 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1158073)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £1301

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
  • PetsNo
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Coral Villa, a substantial, eight-bedroom property situated in Bridlington, North Yorkshire. Over three floors. Hot tub. Pizza oven. Filey 11.3 miles; Scarborough 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1159062)

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3 nights from £1368

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Darling Cottage is a delightful detached cottage settled into the coastal town of Bamburgh, Northumberland. Near National Park. Near to a beach. Seahouses 3.9 miles; Holy Island 13.7 miles; Northumberland National Park 18 miles. (Ref. 905765)

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3 nights from £608

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This gorgeous three-storey cottage lies in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Enclosed garden. No pets. Bedroom with en-suite. Off-road parking. Chatsworth 9.6 miles; Matlock 8.3 miles; Buxton 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1064674)

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3 nights from £745

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A striking three-storey townhouse nestled on the outskirts of Pembroke, in the picturesque county of Pembrokeshire. Garden. En-suite. Castle views. Milford Haven 8.7 miles; Tenby 10.4 miles; Saundersfoot 11.5 miles. (Ref. 1069258)

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3 nights from £652

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Cranford is a stylish, three-storey home located in Salcombe, Devon. Sea glimpses. Close to amenities and beach. Contemporary. In AONB. Private garden. Kingsbridge 6.4 miles; Dartmouth 18.5 miles; Plymouth 23.9 miles; Paignton 24.6 miles. (Ref. 1134025)

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3 nights from £810

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Panacia is a terraced, Victorian house in the seaside town of Fowey, Cornwall. Sea views. Close to beach. Close to pub. Open-plan living. Private patio. Par 3.5 miles; St Austell 8.4 miles; Bodmin 11.5 miles. (Ref. 1143916)

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3 nights from £691

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A traditional stone-built cottage surrounded by countryside fields in the tranquil civil parish of Stoke Ferry near Downham Market, Norfolk. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Bike storage. Southery 9.2 miles; King's Lynn 14.9 miles; Thetford 16.9 miles. (Ref. 1059112)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £416

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A lovely terraced cottage situated in the village of Keswick in the Lake District. Over three floors. Woodburner. Spacious retreat. Perfect for families or travellers. Bassenthwaite 7 miles. (Ref. 977956)

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3 nights from £637

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Modern first floor apartment in the town of Whitby in North Yorkshire. Views of River Esk. Beach 1.5 miles. North York Moors National Park. (Ref. 981274)

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  • Games room

3 nights from £435

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A beautiful reverse-level, detached house resting in Brixham, Devon. Fantastic sea views. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Near the harbour. Private garden. Dartmouth 5.8 miles; Paignton 6.3 miles; Torquay 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1123266)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £492

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    5.0

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Rose Cottage is a charming, stone-built cottage settled into the bustling town of Matlock, Derbyshire. Close to National Park. Near shop, pub, and river. Matlock Bath 1.8 miles; Peak District National Park 5 miles, Bakewell 8.7 miles. (Ref. 958573)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £611

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A stunning semi-detached cottage resting in the hamlet of Trescowe near Praa Sands, Cornwall. En-suites. Hot tub. EV charging. Praa Sands 2.4 miles; Penzance 7.5 miles; St Ives 11.1 miles. (Ref. 1025051)

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3 nights from £765

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A contemporary three-storey property resting in Falmouth, Cornwall. Barbecue. Woodburning stove. Near a beach. Penryn 2.2 miles; Mabe 4.2 miles; Truro 10.5 miles. (Ref. 1115230)

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3 nights from £712

  • 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 £490

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A delightful, Grade II listed cottage resting in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland. Close to amenities and beach. Romantic. Permit parking. Contemporary. Holy Island 13.8 miles; Alnwick 30 miles; Edinburgh 56.4 miles. (Ref. 1128441)

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3 nights from £429

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A unique holiday home nestled in the market town of Church Stretton, Shropshire. Luxury. Hot tub. Underfloor heating. Much Wenlock 13.1 miles; Shrewsbury 14.2 miles; Ludlow 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1045047)

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3 nights from £847

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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 

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, romantic cottages and even cottages near railway stations, you and your guests are only a few clicks away from booking the perfect staycation.