Last Minute Holiday Cottage Breaks in the UK

Looking to book a last-minute holiday cottage in the UK? Choose from late deals on dog-friendly cottages, country cottages, luxury escapes and holiday homes by the sea. Find a great selection of last minute self-catering holiday accommodation to rent in the UK and Ireland on Country Cottages Online.

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Cefn-nant Lodge,

Knighton, Powys, Wales

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Two bedroom log cabin for adults only with stunning country views, large decked area and outdoor private hot tub, perfect for a relaxing rural retreat holiday on a tranquil farm location (with fishing ponds on site).

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Last minute cancellation offer from 09/09 to 12/09/26

7 nights from £420

Special Offer: 09 Sep - 7 nights

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Symondsbury Manor,

Bridport, Dorset, England

sleeps 22

11 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Fine country holiday house with 11 bedrooms, set in two and a half acres of gardens in rural Dorset just one mile from the seaside, bookings welcome for weddings, special celebrations, family and group holidays.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over hills

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Last remaining September availability from 09/09 to 14/09/26

7 nights from £5600

Special Offer: 09 Sep - 7 nights

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Ten Ocean Reach,

Salcombe, Devon, England

sleeps 4

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

multi-dogs (up to 4)

cat friendly

Stylish 1 bedroom pet-friendly holiday rental with sea and countryside views plus a balcony for sitting out and enjoying the view, just 4 miles from Salcombe and 20 miles from Dartmouth.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Last remaining September availability from 09/09 to 21/09/26

7 nights from £560

Special Offer: 09 Sep - 4 nights

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Parlour Barn,

Bude, Cornwall, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Stylish and welcoming 2 bedroom dog-friendly barn conversion on a working farm in Bude, enjoying access to the farm’s leisure facilities including a swimming pool, a tennis court and a games room with soft play facilities and pool table.

ground floor bedroom near beach

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September availability from 09/09 to 30/09/26

7 nights from £450

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Tubbs Delight,

Malborough, Devon, England

sleeps 5

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 4)

family friendly

With a warm bubbly hot tub with outstanding countryside views and a location in the pretty village of Malborough in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a location just 5 minutes drive from the coast, this dog-friendly holiday home has plenty to recommend it.

5 (1 reviews)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Last remaining September availability from 09/09 to 30/09/26

7 nights from £400

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Sycamore House,

Bude, Cornwall, England

sleeps 17

9 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Pretty 3 bedroom dog-friendly farmhouse with private bubbly hot tub and access to excellent onsite shared leisure facilities of a swimming pool, tennis court, and games room, located on a farm in Bude, close to the coast and sandy beaches.

ensuite bedroom(s) near beach

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September availability from 09/09 to 30/09/26

7 nights from £855

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Fuschia Cottage,

Bude, Cornwall, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

2 bedroom dog-friendly barn conversion in Bude, with access to onsite swimming pool, tennis court, and own private hot tub.

near local pub historic property

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Last minute availability from 09/09 to 30/09/26

7 nights from £665

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Hare Cottage at Coombe Barn Cottages,

Bath, Somerset, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

No pets

No pets sleeps 2 Cotswolds rural retreat just 4 miles from Bath, with veranda with fabulous countryside views.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 09/09 to 05/11/26

7 nights from £445

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Romantic Retreat

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Owl Cottage at Coombe Barn Cottages,

Bath, Somerset, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

No pets

Idyllic couple’s no pets rural retreat, featuring stunning country views over the Somerset countryside, just 10 minutes’ drive from Bath.

ground floor bedroom near local pub

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Late availability from 09/09 to 01/04/27

7 nights from £445

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Romantic Retreat

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Badger at Coombe Barn Cottages,

Bath, Somerset, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

No pets

Charming sleeps 2 romantic retreat in rural Somerset, set in idyllic countryside on a working farm, just 10 minutes’ drive from Bath.

ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub

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Late availability from 09/09 to 01/05/27

7 nights from £445

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Pet-Friendly

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Hideaways Blue Anchor,

Blue Anchor, Somerset, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

cat friendly

Two bedroom holiday bungalow located next to a tranquil woodland only around one mile from Blue Anchor with its lovely beach, conveniently close to Minehead and just a few miles away from Exmoor National Park.

ground floor bedroom garden views

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Late availability from 09/09 to 14/09/26

7 nights from £395

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Penty Parc,

Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales

sleeps 17

9 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Beautiful 9 bedroom country house set in the glorious Pembrokeshire countryside, with elegance and roomy accommodation, fit for the finest of occasions, just half an hour's drive from the Pembrokeshire coast and near Narberth.

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Late availability from 09/09 to 18/09/26

7 nights from £4410

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Langford Valley Barn,

Dorchester, Dorset, England

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Newly available is this stunning 4 bedroom barn conversion set by the unspoilt Dorset Downs, enjoy a luxury country holiday, just half an hour's drive from the beautiful Jurassic coastline.

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Late availability from 09/09 to 25/09/26

7 nights from £1200

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Barton Court,

Colwall, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 27

11 bedrooms

11 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 4)

family friendly

Magnificent 11 bedroom Herefordshire country house set in 6 acres of grounds in the Malvern Hills AONB, next to beautiful countryside, ideal for big group celebrations and weddings.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Late availability from 09/09 to 25/09/26

7 nights from £4000

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The Lodge at Colmer, Kingsbridge,

Modbury, Devon, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

cat friendly

A superb dog friendly, 5 star detached stone holiday cottage with indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis, and gym - located on a private holiday estate in Devon, in an area of outstanding natural beauty with full access to 28 acres of private woodlands, meadows and a fishing lake.

countryside views over hillsnear beach

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Late availability from 09/09 to 12/09/26

7 nights from £800

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The Dovecote, two bedrooms sleeping 3 with pretty garden, dog friendly,

Dartmouth, Devon, England

sleeps 3

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

cat friendly

Charming 2 bedroom pet-friendly and family-friendly cottage, with woodburner, nestled in South Hams, close to the South Devon National Landscape and good beaches.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

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Late availability from 09/09 to 14/09/26

7 nights from £650

Special Offer: 25 Sep - 7 nights

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Widgeon,

Beccles, Suffolk, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Sumptuous 3 bedroom barn in rural Suffolk, just outside of the Norfolk Broads, with country views and access to excellent shared leisure facilities including a hot tub, a games room, a fitness barn, and a children's play area.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 09/09 to 09/10/26

7 nights from £1075

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Lower Hedge Farm ,

Shepton Mallet, Somerset, England

sleeps 12

5 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

A stunning large luxurious holiday house boasting unspoilt views over the open countryside with a private hot tub and games room complete with pool table and table tennis for fun times.

5 (1 reviews)

ensuite bedroom(s) historic property

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Late availability from 09/09 to 18/09/26

7 nights from £2500

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Sandbeds Farmhouse,

Grayrigg, Cumbria, England

sleeps 10

5 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Luxurious 5 bedroom stone-built farmhouse, sleeps 10 plus infants, set on a tranquil farm and enjoying an ideal location for exploring both the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 09/09 to 18/09/26

7 nights from £1650

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Cholwell Hall,

Bath, Somerset, England

sleeps 29

10 bedrooms

6 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Impressive large country house with 10 bedrooms set amongst beautiful gardens close to the Mendip Hills, ideal for special celebrations, hen parties, stag parties, large group getaways and large family gatherings.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 09/09 to 23/10/26

7 nights from £3600

Special Offer: 06 Nov - 2 nights

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Billys Bothy,

Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England

sleeps 16

6 bedrooms

6 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Large award winning holiday cottage set within landscaped gardens, near the Peak District, sleeps up to 16 plus 2 cots.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Late availability from 09/09 to 25/09/26

7 nights from £2430

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Fairlea Grange,

Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, Wales

sleeps 24

9 bedrooms

8 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

This beautiful Gothic style townhouse with its spacious large rooms and 8 bedrooms is a fantastic holiday house for big groups of up to 20, with a sauna, warm bubbly hot tub and games room with table tennis and snooker there is plenty to keep groups entertained and the house is situated just 10 minutes’ walk from the heart of Abergavenny.

ensuite bedroom(s) mountain views

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Late availability from 09/09 to 18/09/26

7 nights from £4500

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The Haven - Luxury Sheltered Hot Tub & Games Room,

Two Dales, Derbyshire, England

sleeps 10

5 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

No pets 5 bedroom holiday home in a tranquil village setting near Bakewell and the Peak District National Park, with the added luxury of a bubbly outdoor hot tub and games room.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 09/09 to 18/09/26

7 nights from £2200

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Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views,

Much Marcle, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

Charming romantic retreat with views out to the Malvern Hills, less than 8 miles from Ledbury and 10 miles from Hereford and close to the Wye Valley AONB.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 09/09 to 12/09/26

7 nights from £669

Special Offer: 09 Sep - 4 nights

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All Seasons Cottage Breaks - Chapel Cottage,

Saxmundham, Suffolk, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

Characterful one bedroom retreat, in the historic market town of Saxmundham, just 10 miles from the Suffolk coast, ideal for a couple or solo escape, one small dog welcome by arrangement.

near beach near local pub

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Late availability from 09/09 to 22/01/27

7 nights from £495

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Forest House,

Coleford, Gloucestershire, England

sleeps 26

11 bedrooms

11 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Large group holiday house on edge of Forest of Dean and close to the Wye Valley, complete with 11 bedrooms, hot tub, bar and large sociable living spaces.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Late availability from 09/09 to 18/09/26

7 nights from £4950

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Clusters Chapel,

Belper, Derbyshire, England

sleeps 20

8 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Unique 8 bedroom self-catering chapel in Belper, ideal for groups of friends and family, with a sauna suite for relaxation and close to the Peak District National Park.

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Late availability from 09/09 to 18/09/26

7 nights from £1595

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Snowdrop Cottage,

Dorchester, Dorset, England

sleeps 9

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Secluded 4 bedroom rural retreat by the Dorset National landscape with private outdoor hot tub, and secure garden, with access to excellent shared onsite facilities including a games room with pool, table tennis, table football, bar billiards, football nets, badminton, tennis courts, croquet lawn, boules, Wendy house for younger kids, and nature trail.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Late availability from 09/09 to 17/09/26

7 nights from £1500

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Granary Court,

Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England

sleeps 16

8 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Large group accommodation with special celebration room plus games room and use of owner's hot tub, hen parties and stag parties welcome.

5 (1 reviews)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 09/09 to 15/09/26

7 nights from £2800

Special Offer: 11 Sep - 2 nights

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River Wye Lodge,

Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, England

sleeps 26

12 bedrooms

11 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Searching for a large holiday house for a big group getaway? This 12 bedroom holiday house sleeps up to 26 and with river views, a pet-friendly policy, a warm bubbly private hot tub and a games room has plenty to offer large groups, including a lovely setting by the River Wye in the Wye Valley, right next to the lush greenery of the Forest of Dean.

ensuite bedroom(s) river views

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Late availability from 09/09 to 18/09/26

7 nights from £5950

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Teal,

Beccles, Suffolk, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Escape for a taste of rural bliss to this beautiful 3 bedroom barn conversion close to the Norfolk Broads, relax and unwind with country views and access to excellent shared leisure facilities at this barn complex, including a hot tub, a gym, a games room and play barn for young kids.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 09/09 to 09/10/26

7 nights from £1075

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Broadway House,

Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, England

sleeps 16

7 bedrooms

6 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Fantastic large self-catering house which is both family-friendly and dog-friendly, offering a high standard of accommodation as well as countryside views in a rural location just 2 miles from Stow on the Wold in the Cotswolds.

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Late availability from 09/09 to 18/09/26

7 nights from £1390

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The Granary at Old Barn Cottages,

Great Sturton, Lincolnshire, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

multi-dogs (up to 4)

family friendly

Charming 2 bedroom pet-friendly converted barn next to the Lincolnshire Wolds and just 40 minutes' drive from Skegness.

countryside views out to meadows near local pub

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Late availability from 09/09 to 19/09/26

7 nights from £250

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High Cloud,

Monmouth, Monmouthshire, Wales

sleeps 24

10 bedrooms

7 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Experience something special at High Cloud with stunning panoramic views of the Welsh countryside, an outdoor swimming pool, a private hot tub, a games room and a location close to Sugarloaf Mountain plus accommodation for up to 24 people, ideal for large groups and big families.

5 (1 reviews)

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub

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Late availability from 09/09 to 18/09/26

7 nights from £4500

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Ravensprings,

Brighouse, West Yorkshire, England

sleeps 23

8 bedrooms

6 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Impressive 8 bedroom Mansion House with splendid Victorian features offering spacious comfortable accommodation for groups of friends or family, within reach of the Peak District National Park and the fine historical city of York and spa town of Harrogate for days out.

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Late availability from 09/09 to 18/09/26

7 nights from £2750

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Woodcock,

Beccles, Suffolk, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Beautiful 3 bedroom luxury holiday barn on a scenic Suffolk farm, close to the Norfolk Broads, with access to a hot tub, a games room, a gym and playbarn for young children on site.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 09/09 to 09/10/26

7 nights from £920

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Suran Y Coed,

Knighton, Powys, Wales

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

High quality 2 bedroom wooden holiday lodge with its own private hot tub and beautiful valley setting by hills and woodlands, ideal for a relaxing rural retreat break (set on a farm with fishing ponds on site).

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 09/09 to 12/09/26

7 nights from £420

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Waterlake Cottage, Orcheston, nr Stonehenge,

Stonehenge, Wiltshire, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Two bedroom holiday bungalow with beautiful countryside views, set down a country track, just a few miles from Stonehenge.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Late availability from 09/09 to 17/09/26

7 nights from £650

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Riverside,

Westport, Somerset, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

1 bathroom

multi-dogs (up to 3)

cat friendly

Spacious detached country cottage just opposite canal tow path with wooden beams, wood burner, open fire and plenty of character, along with lawned gardens from which you can enjoy views of nearby farmlands and fields and wildlife watch.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub

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Late availability from 09/09 to 12/09/26

7 nights from £200

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Monnow Valley Studio,

Rockfield, Monmouthshire, Wales

sleeps 24

11 bedrooms

10 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Fascinating 11 bedroom holiday house, once a recording studio and visited by A-listers, now a big group holiday house with superb riverside location, party room, games room and warm bubbly outdoor hot tub, this is a house fit for stars.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Late availability from 09/09 to 02/10/26

7 nights from £5850

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Why Book a Late Availability Cottage?

Booking a last minute escape and doing something spontaneous can be wonderfully exciting. Maybe you want to book a romantic countryside retreat in England where and your partner can gaze out on wildflower meadows, enjoy tranquil walks and watch the sunset? Or, a remote escape in Wales where you can hideaway with the family for a while? Or perhaps the perfect last minute escape for you would be a fisherman's cottage in Scotland where you can walk your pet pooch on secluded beaches? There is a late break to suit everyone, from farm cottages, to beach chalets, luxury lodges and barn conversions. Whatever makes for the best option for you, the UK is home to a great range of quick break deals.

Whether for a weekend break, a 48 hour escape, a midweek escape for 2 or 3 nights or a longer stay, grab a quick break deal and make your imminent escape.

Popular UK Destinations for Last Chance Getaways

The UK is home to some wonderful destinations for last minute breaks. Popular options for late escapes in England include Devon, Cornwall and Dorset in the South West, Norfolk with its coast and broads, Suffolk and the Isle of Wight. Also popular are the beautiful English Cotswolds, and options further north such as the Peak District, the Yorkshire Dales and Northumberland.

For late breaks in Wales, Snowdonia and the Brecon Beacons are top choices. When it comes to late escapes in Scotland, the Scottish Highlands with its beautiful lochs and mountains is a sought after option.

Country Cottages Online features options across the UK, including late breaks in Ireland.

What Type of Last Minute Self-Catering Break Best Suits you?

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Book the Best Last Minute Holiday Home in the UK for you

Wherever in the UK you make a snap decision to holiday; whether in the British countryside, or by the coast, we hope you find the perfect eleventh-hour trip on Country Cottages Online. With late breaks you can often pick up special offers, particularly if there has been a last minute cancellation.

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