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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

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Lovely coastal holiday apartment in Largs on the Clyde coast, Scotland. Central location. Modern interior. Local attractions. Troon 26 mile. Glasgow 31 miles. (Ref. 980233)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From $685

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Marine Court Two Bedroom Second-floor Apartment 33, Littlehampton, West Sussex, Apartment, Three bedrooms, Close to a beach, Communal garden, Gym access. (Ref. 1112828)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • 15% off - Sun 1st Nov 2026 to 1st Jan 2027


for 3 nights From $397

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  • Sleeps18
  • Bedrooms9
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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Palm House, a delightful house resting in the town of Newquay in Cornwall boasting en-suite facilities, a hot tub and is near the beach and amenities. Holywell Bay 6.1 miles; Perranporth 8.6 miles; Truro 12.4 miles; Padstow 16 miles. (Ref. 1165284)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From $2214

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From $693

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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5 Sails is an impressive apartment in Dartmouth, Devon, boasting panoramic harbour views, a balcony, stylish open-plan living, and allocated parking. Paignton 7.6 miles, Torquay 10.6 miles, Totnes 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1205162)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From $1054

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From $578

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A lovely detached bungalow resting in Cruden Bay, Aberdeenshire. Garden. Off-road parking. Single storey. Peterhead 0.5 miles; Ellon 17.6 miles; Aberdeen 31.9 miles (Ref. 1129327)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From $578

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A character cottage nestled on a cobbled street in the heart of Horncastle, Lincolnshire. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden with summer house. Amenities nearby. Louth 13.3 miles; Lincoln 21 miles. (Ref. 1109083)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher


for 3 nights From $361

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Wren Cottage is a beautifully-presented holiday abode in the picturesque, medieval town of Stratford-upon-Avon. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Warwick 10.4 miles; Royal Leamington Spa 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1154408)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • 10% off - Fri 18th Dec to 28th Dec 2026


for 3 nights From $714

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This fabulous five-bedroom holiday home rests in Hay-on-Wye, Powys. Bedrooms with en-suites. Brecon 15.6 miles; Hereford 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1125474)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 3 nights From $2060

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From $480

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful apartment situated in the heart of Whitby. Ideal for families. WiFi. Short walk to beach. Scarborough 19.7 miles. (Ref. 1064152)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From $680

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A magnificent Georgian property - spacious, luxury accommodation for up to 13 guests with cinema and games room, just 5 minutes' walk to all the amenities of the historic town of Whitby. (Ref. 1015801)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 3 nights From $2085

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Summerset Lodge is a contemporary single-storey lodge resting in Bamburgh, Northumberland, open-plan with woodburning stove and close by beach. Seahouses 4.9 miles; Alnwick 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1197354)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From $1238

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From $1042

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From $469

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful cottage offering superb accommodation in the spa town of Malvern, Worcestershire. Close to Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Close to amenities. Character cottage. Ledbury 8.6 miles; Worcester 8.1 miles; Hereford 20.1 miles. (Ref. 1119008)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From $693

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Tourist Board rating

A beautiful three-bedroom detached bungalow resting in Settle, North Yorkshire. Smart TV. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Malham 7.4 miles; Skipton 15.7 miles; Kendal 30.2 miles. (Ref. 1111062)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From $554

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.