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Half Term Holiday Cottages in the UK

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Half Term Holiday Cottages in the UK

If you're looking for a last-minute holiday in the UK that's perfect for the February, May or October half terms, we have a range of accommodation ideal for families, couples and solo travellers looking to get away during the school holidays.

Our cottages have half-term availability and offer a range of amenities, from cosy countryside retreats to modern city apartments, making it easy to find the perfect holiday for your needs.

The UK has plenty to offer during these half terms, with a variety of outdoor activities, cultural sites, and family-friendly attractions to explore. In February, you can enjoy winter sports, cosy evenings by the fire and Valentine's Day festivities. In May, you can experience the beauty of spring, with blossoming gardens, outdoor festivals and bank holiday celebrations. In October, you can enjoy autumnal colours, Halloween events and cosy pub lunches.

With our last-minute holidays in the UK, you can enjoy a spontaneous and unforgettable break during these half terms, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

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United Kingdom Half Term Cottages

  • Last Minute Cottages - Bovis Cottage, Southwold

Waveney District

Bovis Cottage, Southwold

Ref: S236386

Reviews 21

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Bovis Cottage is located on Barnaby Green, just off the High Street in Southwold. There is an open-plan living and dining area at the front of the cottage with the kitchen at the back. The bathroom is off the utility area downstairs and has a bath...

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£109

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Mark the Artists House

East Sussex

Mark the Artists House

Ref: S809889

Reviews 1

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Hastings, a sizable ancient town, is divided into three sections and connected by a promenade. It offers a wide variety of interesting places to explore. The Old Town lies on one side and features charming homes, charming tall black net huts,...

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£58

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  • Last Minute Cottages - November Cottage

Devon

November Cottage

Ref: S701183

Reviews 3

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Dittisham is a picturesque village surrounded by rolling countryside, located on the banks of the River Dart in the South Hams. Wander along the quiet streets lined with quaint, stone cottages and lush gardens, until you reach the waterfront....

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£73

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Corner Bungalow

East Yorkshire

The Corner Bungalow

Ref: S394643

Reviews 22

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4
The busy market town of Driffield rests in the East Riding of Yorkshire within the Yorkshire Wolds. Home to a fantastic selection of amenities including a range of pubs, cafes, restaurants and convenience stores, Driffield offers all of the...

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£65

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Cottage in Hampshire

Hampshire

Cottage in Hampshire

Ref: S231458

2
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An ideal base to explore the New Forest and enjoy outdoor activities from cycling to walking, kayaking and much more, this stylish cabin is set on the lightly wooded edge of the Beaulieu River and is perfect for nature lovers and bird watchers....

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£179

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Khina Cottage, Broadstairs

Kent

Khina Cottage, Broadstairs

Ref: S41660

Reviews 103

2
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In association with Trinity House, Rural Retreats is pleased to present Khina Cottage at North Foreland Lighthouse. Khina is one of two holiday cottages available at the lighthouse, which lies on the chalk headland above the charming and unspoilt...

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£201

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Get Away

Dorset

The Get Away

Ref: S670917

2
4
The Silverlake country estate offers luxury accommodation in the peace and calm of the freshwater lakes and sweeping countryside views that surround it.  Rest, revive and recharge at the Hurricane Spa by reclining in the heated infinity pool after...

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£136

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Cottage

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council

The Cottage

Ref: S101996

2
4
Situated conveniently close to the thriving High Street and the Harbour The Cottage, provides comfortable dog friendly accommodation for up to four people in a delightful holiday home.  Light and airy this cottage, formerly a fisherman’s cottage,...

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£72

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Bluebell Cottage - Seaton

Devon

Bluebell Cottage - Seaton

Ref: S670938

Reviews 4

2
4
Offering timelessly charming, sumptuous interiors brimming with original characterful features that’ll transport you to centuries past, this vibrant cosy cottage is the perfect spot for couples and families to retire to after adventuring around...

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£75

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Maple Cottage

Devon

Maple Cottage

Ref: S394842

Reviews 17

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A picturesque town at the northern point of Dartmoor National Park in Devon. Chagford, one of the five Stannary towns of Dartmoor, is small in size but is packed with amenities and things to do. There is a wide range of shops as well as four pubs....

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£67

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Cottage in North Cornwall

Cornwall

Cottage in North Cornwall

Ref: S480494

2
4
Situated in a peaceful village on the outskirts of Wadebridge, a pleasant town with boutique shops, bars, and restaurants. This attractive traditional cottage is ideal for couples and families wanting to explore the many treasures to be found in...

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£88

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Cottage in Essex

Colchester District

Cottage in Essex

Ref: S597657

2
4
This picturesque waterfront apartment, located on Brightlingsea's bustling harbour in Essex, offers contemporary accommodation with breathtaking sea views, making it ideal for unwinding, relaxing, and taking in the ever changing scenery and local...

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£130

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Cedar House, St Agnes

Cornwall

Cedar House, St Agnes

Ref: S394656

Reviews 5

2
4
Perfect for a Cornish getaway, Cedar House is located just outside the hustle and bustle of the charming village of St Agnes, nestled into the countryside but only a five-minute drive from the coast. Cedar House is reverse level with a king-size...

From

£118

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Perhay Cottage

Dorset

Perhay Cottage

Ref: S102060

3
5
Perhay is a delightful country cottage and has been refurbished by the owner to provide very good quality holiday accommodation in a beautiful rural setting only a few miles drive from the coast and the bustling West Dorset market town of...

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£83

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Brook Cottage

Dorset

Brook Cottage

Ref: S2108

Reviews 27

2
4
Milton on Stour is a pretty little village north of Gillingham in rural north Dorset, and close to the borders of Somerset and Wiltshire. There are numerous NT properties and historic houses within a short drive, such as the stunning house and...

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£77

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Belmont Cottage, Dumfries

Dumfries

Belmont Cottage, Dumfries

Ref: S396887

Reviews 7

2
3
Belmont Cottage offers cosy accommodation in a quiet and private location but is only a short walk to all that Dumfries town centre has to offer. The town has many links with Scotland’s past through Robert the Bruce and with its culture through...

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£68

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Beagle Cottage

Cornwall

Beagle Cottage

Ref: S802228

2
4
A typically Cornish village, just eight miles from the lively resort of Newquay with its outstanding nightlife and renowned surfing beaches. Little traffic now passes through the village, which at one time was on the old coaching route to London....

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£82

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Petts Cottage , Burnham Market

King's Lynn and West Norfolk District

Petts Cottage , Burnham Market

Ref: S810840

Reviews 5

2
3
Petts Cottage is a traditional two-up, two-down small terraced cottage, located just a minute’s walk from the centre of Norfolk’s loveliest village, Burnham Market. In easy reach of all the shops, pubs and restaurants that make this village so...

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£104

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Cottage in Lancashire

Lancashire

Cottage in Lancashire

Ref: S525845

2
4
Nestled at the end of a private drive on the owners working farm, this delightful barn conversion is surrounded by peace and tranquillity, yet is just 0.5 miles from the village of Longton. For those who enjoy the outdoors, take a stroll along one...

From

£137

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Sea Gem, Chapel Porth, St Agnes

Cornwall

Sea Gem, Chapel Porth, St Agnes

Ref: S810923

Reviews 1

2
4
Situated in Chapel Porth, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and protected as a World Heritage Site, Sea Gem is a stunning eco-home with cedar cladding and a sedum roof. Featuring a magnificent deck where you can soak in the breath-taking...

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£152

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Longships, Lizard Lighthouse, The Lizard, near Helston

Cornwall

Longships, Lizard Lighthouse, The Lizard, near Helston

Ref: S69988

Reviews 60

2
4
In association with Trinity House, we are pleased to present Lizard Lighthouse. Located on the Southern-most tip of mainland Britain, the six adjacent cottages of Lizard Lighthouse present guests with dazzling scenery and coastal walks right on...

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£138

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - White Horses

Cornwall

White Horses

Ref: S374163

Reviews 24

2
4
Port Isaac; one of the true Cornish treasures. A beautiful fishing village nestling in a steep sided valley, the old village in the valley remains unchanged from its days of fishing, slate export and smuggling in the previous century. An abundance...

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£85

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Barn in North Cornwall

Cornwall

Barn in North Cornwall

Ref: S418957

2
4
Perfectly placed just a short drive takes you into the vibrant market town of Launceston, known as being the ancient capital of Cornwall and offering a range of shops and pubs as well as a castle and steam railway to enjoy. Alternatively head...

From

£89

per night
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  • Last Minute Cottages - Church House

Poolewe

Church House

Ref: S121537

Reviews 40

2
3
The village lies in an area of scenery and is home to a well-stocked shop, small swimming pool and two hotels. The world-renowned Inverewe Garden (National Trust) is half a mile across the bay from the village. Firemore beach is five miles to the...

From

£116

per night
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