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Self-catering short break holidays in England

154 properties
Rosehaven, Herefordshire, England
Viewed 19Γ— this week No booking fee

Rosehaven

Pudleston, Herefordshire
Sleeps 6–12 6 Bedrooms 🐾 2 Dogs πŸŽ‰ Celebrations
Next Available 24/05 to 27/05/2026
Facilities
WiFi Woodburner Air conditioning Coffee machine Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Pool
Type of Holiday
2 dogs welcome Special celebrations Hen Parties Stag parties Group welcome
Apple Loft at Twistgates Farm Cottages, Devon, England
Viewed 19Γ— this week No booking fee
Sleeps 1–2 1 Bedroom 🚫 No Dogs
Next Available 02/06 to 15/06/2026
Facilities
WiFi Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Balcony Garden EV Charging Parking
Type of Holiday
No dogs allowed
River Bank Cottage, North Yorkshire, England
Viewed 22Γ— this week No booking fee

River Bank Cottage

Whitby, North Yorkshire
Sleeps 2–4 2 Bedrooms 🚫 No Dogs πŸŽ‰ Celebrations
Next Available 23/05 to 30/05/2026
Facilities
WiFi Coffee machine Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Balcony Garden BBQ
Type of Holiday
No dogs allowed Special celebrations
Blackdown Cottage, East Sussex, England
Viewed 17Γ— this week

Blackdown Cottage

Burwash, East Sussex
Sleeps 1–4 2 Bedrooms 🚫 No Dogs
Next Available 27/05 to 06/06/2026
Facilities
WiFi Open fire Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Garden Parking
Type of Holiday
No dogs allowed
Cottage 2 New Yatt Farm, Oxfordshire, England
Viewed 16Γ— this week No booking fee

Cottage 2 New Yatt Farm

New Yatt, Oxfordshire
Sleeps 1–2 1 Bedroom 🐾 2 Dogs
Next Available 05/05 to 11/05/2026
Facilities
WiFi Woodburner Coffee machine Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Garden EV Charging
Type of Holiday
2 dogs welcome Families
New Yatt Farm, Oxfordshire, England
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New Yatt Farm

New Yatt, Oxfordshire
Sleeps 7–19 7 Bedrooms 🐾 2 Dogs πŸŽ‰ Celebrations
Next Available 11/05 to 15/05/2026
Facilities
WiFi Open fire Coffee machine Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Garden Firepit
Type of Holiday
2 dogs welcome Special celebrations Hen Parties Group welcome Corporate events
Seven Ocean Reach, Devon, England
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Seven Ocean Reach

Salcombe, Devon
Sleeps 2–5 2 Bedrooms 🐾 4 Dogs
Next Available 15/05 to 18/05/2026
Facilities
WiFi Coffee machine Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Balcony Garden Parking
Type of Holiday
4 dogs welcome
Red Gables, Herefordshire, England
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Red Gables

Pudleston, Herefordshire
Sleeps 4–8 4 Bedrooms 🐾 2 Dogs πŸŽ‰ Celebrations
Next Available 01/06 to 14/06/2026
Facilities
WiFi Woodburner Air conditioning Coffee machine Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Pool
Type of Holiday
2 dogs welcome Special celebrations Hen Parties Stag parties
Owl Lodge, Cornwall, England
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Owl Lodge

Bodmin, Cornwall
Sleeps 3–6 3 Bedrooms 🚫 No Dogs πŸŽ‰ Celebrations
Next Available 05/05 to 11/05/2026
Facilities
WiFi Coffee machine Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Balcony Garden Firepit
Type of Holiday
No dogs allowed Special celebrations
Heads Nook Hall Cottage, Cumbria, England
Viewed 17Γ— this week No booking fee

Heads Nook Hall Cottage

Heads Nook, Cumbria
Sleeps 2–4 2 Bedrooms 🐾 2 Dogs
Next Available 15/05 to 22/05/2026
Facilities
WiFi Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Garden BBQ EV Charging Parking
Type of Holiday
2 dogs welcome
Little Cheriton House, Somerset, England
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Little Cheriton House

South Cheriton, Somerset
Sleeps 7–18 7 Bedrooms 🐾 1 Dog
Next Available 17/05 to 22/05/2026
Facilities
WiFi Open fire Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Garden BBQ Parking
Type of Holiday
1 dogs welcome Hen Parties Group welcome

Short breaks : self-catering short break holidays in England, weekend and midweek breaks. Please click on images to view details of the self catering holiday cottages, accommodation rentals and short breaks available to rent for just a few days below.

new forest long cabin short breaksFlying off to distant lands for a holiday is always appealing, but you don’t always have to go far to find stunning accommodation with beautiful views and a rich history and culture. There are plenty of self-catering cottages, lodges and apartments available to rent in England which are perfect for short breaks, where you can soak up the scenery by going for long walks and cycles, immerse yourself in the history of a town by visiting castles and museums or just chill on the beach!

Short self catering breaks can be a good option if you are looking for a 'home from home' setting to visit an area for a few days.  There are so many beautiful places to visit in England and many new areas to explore.  Whether you are planning a holiday in a part of England that you haven't been to before, returning somewhere in England that you simply adore or going to see family or friends, we hope you find our listings of self catering accommodation that accept short break bookings helpful.  Short break stays are typically between 1 and 4 days. 

Log cabins, cottages and houses for short stays


Short self-catering breaks in England are the perfect quick getaway for you and your loved ones. Before you know it you may be exploring the incredible National Parks of Devon – Dartmoor and Exmoor, or walking along the pristine lakes of the Lake District. There are plenty of different types of accommodation to suit all, from log cabins hidden in the heart of the New Forest to sweeping, open-plan apartments facing the sea in Scarborough. Or you may wish to rent a large house in the centre of a market town of Suffolk, exploring the cobbled streets and churches of Bury St Edmunds. Whichever type of accommodation you choose, you can be sure that the quality will be fantastic, with large living areas, fully-equipped kitchens and comfortable bedrooms.

Self-catering holidays are perfect for if you wish to explore a part of England at your own pace and in a cosy setting. You will feel like your cottage is a second home as you eat your favourite dishes and watch a great film on the television set in the lounge, and some of these accommodations welcome dogs or are wheelchair-friendly, meaning that no one needs to be left out when you and your loved ones go on holiday.

Whether you stay for one night or a week, going on a short self-catering break in a part of England is a fantastic way of soaking up a new atmosphere in wonderful accommodation.