Last Minute Cottage Holidays in England

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Court Farmhouse,

Bude, Cornwall, England

sleeps 12

6 bedrooms

6 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

High quality pet-friendly 6 bedroom 6 bathroom holiday farmhouse in Bude, with access to a swimming pool, tennis court, games room with pool table and soft play area, and children’s outdoor play areas with swings, slide, climbing frame and trampoline.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

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7 nights from £1425

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The Stables Holiday Cottage,

Pickering near Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England

sleeps 5

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Lovely two bedroom country cottage with wood burning stove, luxurious interior and lovely garden area with wonderful views of the North Yorks Moors, in a great location for discovering the highlights of the North Yorkshire Moors, Heartbeat Country and the Yorkshire coast on days out.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 15/12 to 19/12/25

7 nights from £665

Special Offer: 27 Dec - 4 nights

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Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!,

Checkley, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

Stylish romantic pet-friendly barn conversion midway between the Wye Valley and Malvern Hills AONBs, luxurious throughout and with superb country views, relax and unwind at this stunning couple’s holiday home.

5 (2 reviews)

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Last remaining December availability from 15/12 to 19/12/25

7 nights from £650

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Granary Cottage,

Pickering near Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Idyllic family-friendly and dog-friendly country cottage (all ground floor accommodation), located next to stunning Yorkshire countryside, well located for taking day trips to the North York Moors National Park and the stunning Yorkshire coastline.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 15/12 to 19/12/25

7 nights from £650

Special Offer: 27 Dec - 4 nights

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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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7 nights from £750

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Rafters, 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4, level enclosed garden, dog friendly,

Dartmouth, Devon, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

cat friendly

Sleeps 4 pet-friendly rural retreat with secure private garden, just 3 miles from Slapton Sands and half an hour’s drive from Dartmoor.

countryside views over hillsnear beach

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7 nights from £650

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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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7 nights from £500

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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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7 nights from £650

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Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room,

Checkley, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 11

5 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

accessible

Superb high quality 5 bedroom holiday house with luxurious interior and games room with pool table and table tennis just 15 minutes’ drive from the beautiful town of Hereford (three of the five bedrooms have ensuite facilities and one of these ensuite bedrooms is on the ground floor and may suit a couple who want to avoid stairs).

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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7 nights from £1700

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Old Hundredth,

Kingsbridge, Devon, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Situated in the South Devon AONB, this charming character cottage with exposed beams, open stone fireplace and secluded country garden is conveniently close to the unspoilt Devon coastline and tranquil countryside.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

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7 nights from £550

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Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room,

Much Marcle, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 10

5 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

accessible

Stylish 5 bedroom 5 bathroom new-build holiday house near the Wye Valley with breathtaking country views out towards the Malvern Hills.

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Last remaining December availability from 15/12 to 22/12/25

7 nights from £1700

Special Offer: 15 Dec - 3 nights

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Duvale Barn,

Tiverton, Devon, England

sleeps 43

16 bedrooms

12 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Spacious 16 bedroom large group dog-friendly holiday house near Tiverton and Exmoor National Park, complete with games room with pool table, bubbly outdoor hot tub, sociable BBQ area, large garden and table tennis, ideal for gathering with friends and family, sleeps 42.

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December availability from 15/12 to 22/12/25

7 nights from £5500

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Seven Ocean Reach,

Salcombe, Devon, England

sleeps 5

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

unlimited dogs welcome

cat friendly

Stylish 2 bedroom pet-friendly coastal holiday rental with sea views close to Salcombe, wake up to sea views every day on holiday in beautiful Devon.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

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Last remaining December availability from 15/12 to 23/12/25

7 nights from £699

Special Offer: 15 Dec - 7 nights

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Nine Ocean Reach,

Salcombe, Devon, England

sleeps 4

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

unlimited dogs welcome

cat friendly

Stylish romantic pet-friendly coastal holiday home with sea views set within the South Devon AONB, just 4 miles from Salcombe.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Last remaining December availability from 15/12 to 27/12/25

7 nights from £699

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Ten Ocean Reach,

Salcombe, Devon, England

sleeps 4

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

unlimited dogs welcome

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 December availability from 15/12 to 27/12/25

7 nights from £560

Special Offer: 15 Dec - 7 nights

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Ebenezer Chapel,

Milford, Derbyshire, England

sleeps 20

8 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

With a riverside location and river views, this unique chapel conversion in Milford could be the ideal place to holiday with friends or family close to the Peak District, and the on site sauna suite helps to make it a great place to relax and unwind too.

ground floor bedroom river views

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Last remaining January availability from 15/12 to 28/02/26

7 nights from £1695

Special Offer: 09 Jan - 3 nights

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Gray Manes,

Low Ham, Somerset, England

sleeps 14

6 bedrooms

6 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Fantastic large self-catering holiday house found in 2 acres of gardens in a tranquil rural hamlet in Somerset, family-friendly this is a great place for all the family with a children's play area with slide, trampoline and climbing frame, indoor heated swimming pool and games room with table football and pool table.

ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub

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Late availability from 15/12 to 19/12/25

7 nights from £2500

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The Cotswold Manor Court with Hot Tub,

Oxford, Oxfordshire, England

sleeps 23

10 bedrooms

7 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 6)

family friendly

Stylish sleeps 24 large group barn conversion with private hot tub and access to onsite games room with pool table, table football, air hockey, and table tennis, just outside the Cotswolds.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Late availability from 15/12 to 19/12/25

7 nights from £4800

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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 hills

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Late availability from 15/12 to 21/12/25

7 nights from £1600

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All Seasons Cottage Breaks - Corner Cottage,

Saxmundham, Suffolk, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Charming 2 bedroom pet-friendly character cottage in Saxmundham (one small dog welcome), less than 10 miles from Aldeburgh and the Suffolk Heritage Coast.

ground floor bedroom near beach

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Late availability from 15/12 to 31/07/26

7 nights from £695

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Stanton House,

Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, England

sleeps 14

6 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Perfect for large groups or families looking to explore the beautiful Cotswolds, this stone-built holiday cottage is part of the Flagstone Farm development and has 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms as well as lovely views of the surrounding countryside.

ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub

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Late availability from 15/12 to 21/12/25

7 nights from £1290

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The Cowshed,

Appleby Magna, Leicestershire, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

High quality no pets single-storey barn conversion with idyllic country views set in rural Leicestershire, close to Ashby-de-la-Zouch (can be rented as either a 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom property).

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Late availability from 15/12 to 04/03/26

7 nights from £745

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Castle Top Retreat,

Nettleton Top, Lincolnshire, England

sleeps 10

5 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Castle Top Retreat in Lincolnshire offers a luxurious stay for ten amidst stunning countryside views, complete with a hot tub, terrace, and modern amenities in a residential setting; sorry, no pets allowed.

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Late availability from 15/12 to 19/12/25

7 nights from £1463

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Durstone Cottage,

Bromyard, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 22

9 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

family friendly

Nestled in Herefordshire's tranquil countryside, Durstone Cottage offers breathtaking farm views, sleeps 22, features a games room and BBQ patio, and is a perfect retreat for large gatherings; sorry, no pets.

ground floor bedroom near local pub

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7 nights from £2642

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Smokeham Farm,

West Bagborough, Somerset, England

sleeps 20

9 bedrooms

9 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Fantastic large holiday house for groups of up to 20 friends or family, complete with games room, warm bubbly private hot tub, luxurious interior and countryside views, set in the Quantock Hills just 20 minutes' drive from the coast.

ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub

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Late availability from 15/12 to 20/12/25

7 nights from £4385

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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 15/12 to 22/12/25

7 nights from £840

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Lavenders,

Holme next the Sea, Norfolk, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Comfortable and welcoming holiday bungalow just a short stroll from a beautiful sandy beach in Holme next the Sea, pet-friendly and family-friendly, this is a fantastic cottage for a relaxing holiday by the seaside and is well located for discovering the beautiful North Norfolk coast.

5 (1 reviews)

ground floor bedroom rural views

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Late availability from 15/12 to 19/12/25

7 nights from £520

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Cherry Tree Lodge,

Minehead, Somerset, England

sleeps 5

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Sleeps 5 no pets accessible holiday lodge just outside Minehead, enjoying access to excellent onsite leisure facilities with a children’s play area with swings and slide, a putting green and a games room with table tennis, pool table and table football.

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Late availability from 15/12 to 23/12/25

7 nights from £520

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Balebarn Eco Lodge,

Winkleigh, Devon, England

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

accessible

With a huge wrap around veranda, eco-friendly credentials, idyllic views out over a wildlife pond, a tranquil rural setting, as well as a stunning setting nestled next to a 7 acre nature reserve in North Devon, Balebarn Lodge is quirky and unique.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 15/12 to 23/05/26

7 nights from £720

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Doves Barn,

Stowmarket, Suffolk, England

sleeps 22

8 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Beautiful large sleeps 22 holiday barn in rural Suffolk close to Needham Market, complete with hot tub, games room, outdoor games and 2 acres of beautiful gardens, ideal for big family gatherings and special celebrations.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 15/12 to 22/12/25

7 nights from £3495

Special Offer: 15 Dec - 3 nights

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Rhydd Holiday Barn,

Malvern, Worcestershire, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

2 bathrooms

No pets

4 star Gold Award winning barn conversion near Malvern with stunning views out to the Malvern Hills.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 15/12 to 08/01/26

7 nights from £430

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The Barn,

Pudleston, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 12

6 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Luxurious 6 bedroom 6 bathroom welcoming dog-friendly barn conversion set on a country estate in Herefordshire, complete with private indoor swimming pool, and access to children’s play area and good walks on site.

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Late availability from 15/12 to 22/12/25

7 nights from £7231

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Rosemore Grange,

Whitbourne, Worcestershire, England

sleeps 26

11 bedrooms

6 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Large country house with 11 bedrooms and many fine features, nestled in pleasant private gardens by glorious unspoilt countryside, within easy reach of Worcester, Hereford, Cheltenham and the Malvern Hills, ideal for large family or group getaways, parties, special celebrations and special holidays.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 15/12 to 21/12/25

7 nights from £3000

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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 11 bedroom holiday house sleeps up to 24 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 15/12 to 22/12/25

7 nights from £5950

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Garden Cottage at Twistgates Farm Cottages,

Honiton, Devon, England

sleeps 3

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

1 dog allowed

family friendly

One bedroom stone-built country cottage with its own garden, situated by the Blackdown Hills in Devon with the Jurassic Coast easily accessible for days out, ideal for romantic breaks or for small family holidays with its large bedroom offering enough room for an extra child's bed to be added.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

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Late availability from 15/12 to 25/12/25

7 nights from £425

Special Offer: 29 Dec - 5 nights

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Dons Barn,

Lavenham, Suffolk, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

cat friendly

A special romantic hideaway for two found on the Grove Farm estate in Suffolk, East Anglia, with orchard garden views and a wood-burning stove.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub

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Late availability from 15/12 to 19/12/25

7 nights from £780

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The Manor House,

Ludlow, Shropshire, England

sleeps 13

6 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Spacious high quality 6 bedroom holiday house near Ludlow with games room with pool table and air hockey plus grass tennis court, private 6-hole golf course, children's play area with swings, slide, a trampoline, rope swing and zip wire, tree house, Wendy House and extensive gardens.

5 (1 reviews)

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £1850

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The Smithy at Three Gates Farm,

Tiverton, Devon, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

3 bedroom pet-friendly rural retreat in Devon countryside, around midway between Dartmoor and Exmoor, with stunning countryside views from garden, and access to excellent onsite leisure facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, a sauna and gym, a children’s play area with swings, slide, seesaw and trampoline, and a games room with pool table.

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7 nights from £815

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Popular Searches for Late Availability Holiday Homes in England

Certain areas of England, such as the West Country, the Lake District, Shakespeare’s country, Northern England and East Anglia are sought after for late cottage breaks. Maybe you want to escape to the English countryside on a rural break? Or maybe you prefer the idea of a city break? Popular choices for late breaks in England include dog-friendly cottages, cottages available for 2 night breaks, 3 night break cottages, rural retreats and cottages by the sea. Once you’ve decided to book a spontaneous spur of the moment break, book it asap as these types of rentals can be popular.

Find the best last minute cottage in England for you

On Country Cottages Online you can find rentals where you can deal with owners direct in the UK and negotiate best last minute deals, or if you prefer, book with a trusted agency like Sykes Cottages. On our last minute listing we show eleventh hour cottages and lodges with late availability in the next 7 days. Things can change fast though so we recommend that you call owners direct to find out more about their latest availability.

Savings and discounts can often be found for last minute cottages, so speaking to the owner direct is recommended. To help you find what you are looking for quickly and easily, if you have pets, you may want to take a look at pet-friendly cottages with late availability. We hope you find an inspirational place for a spontaneous break in England and that you secure a great deal on your last minute holiday home booking.