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Laburnum Lodge, Somerset, England
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Laburnum Lodge

Minehead, Somerset
Sleeps 3–6 3 Bedrooms 🐾 2 Dogs
Next Available 26/06 to 04/07/2026
Facilities
WiFi Coffee machine Microwave Dishwasher Games room Balcony Garden Parking
Type of Holiday
2 dogs welcome
The Colloquy, Herefordshire, England
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The Colloquy

Kington, Herefordshire
Sleeps 8–16 8 Bedrooms 🚫 No Dogs
Next Available 21/06 to 26/06/2026
Facilities
Dishwasher Washing machine Pool Hot Tub Garden Parking
Type of Holiday
No dogs allowed Group welcome Weddings Corporate events
Cefn Y Waun - Cottage in the Woods, Powys, Wales
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Sleeps 3–6 3 Bedrooms 🐾 2 Dogs
Next Available 14/07 to 19/07/2026
Facilities
Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Garden Firepit BBQ Parking
Type of Holiday
2 dogs welcome
Ty Glas Beach House, Anglesey, Wales
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Ty Glas Beach House

Cemaes Bay, Anglesey
Sleeps 11–22 11 Bedrooms 🐾 2 Dogs 🎉 Celebrations
Next Available 03/07 to 06/07/2026
Facilities
WiFi Coffee machine Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Hot Tub Games room BBQ
Type of Holiday
2 dogs welcome Special celebrations Hen Parties Stag parties Group welcome
Heads Nook Hall Cottage, Cumbria, England
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Heads Nook Hall Cottage

Heads Nook, Cumbria
Sleeps 2–4 2 Bedrooms 🐾 2 Dogs
Next Available 06/07 to 13/07/2026
Facilities
WiFi Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Garden BBQ EV Charging Parking
Type of Holiday
2 dogs welcome
The Locks, Newport, Wales
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The Locks

Rogerstone, Newport
Sleeps 7–14 7 Bedrooms 🐾 3 Dogs 🎉 Celebrations
Next Available 24/06 to 27/06/2026
Facilities
WiFi Air conditioning Coffee machine Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Pool Hot Tub
Type of Holiday
3 dogs welcome Special celebrations Group welcome Corporate events
Two Owls Lodge, Derbyshire, England
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Two Owls Lodge

Two Dales, Derbyshire
Sleeps 1–3 2 Bedrooms 🚫 No Dogs
Next Available 29/06 to 06/07/2026
Facilities
WiFi Woodburner Open fire Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Parking
Type of Holiday
No dogs allowed
Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire, England
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Rhydd Holiday Barn

Malvern, Worcestershire
Sleeps 1–2 1 Bedroom 🚫 No Dogs
Next Available 20/06 to 17/07/2026
Facilities
WiFi Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Balcony Garden Parking
Type of Holiday
No dogs allowed

Searching for a self-catering break for just a few nights?  If you want to get away from it all but only have a few days, taking a 3 night cottage break can make the best sense.  Ruralhomestays.com can help you find the right short self-catering break for you.

There are so many beautiful areas of Britain or even overseas to discover on a self-catering break and many property owners now welcome bookings (subject to availability) for just a few days, making it easy to book a getaway for a few nights and escape from it all for a while.
 

Choose the Best 3 Night Short Break for you


Whether you want to stay in an apartment, a lodge or a holiday cottage, there are lots of options when it comes to short breaks.   City breaks are a popular choice, although some holidaymakers prefer peace and tranquillity with a rural retreat or country cottage holiday.  If you have enough time, taking a 4 night break can give you more days to relax and unwind.

In peak season long weekend breaks may only be available in certain cottages whereas if you can holiday midweek you will usually find more options.
Whatever type of 3 night holiday you opt for, we hope you find the perfect short break self-catering rental for you on Ruralhomestays.com.