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Family-friendly short break holiday cottages

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488 rental properties match your search for Family-friendly Cottages for Short Breaks

Belvedere Farm,

Halifax, West Yorkshire, England
sleeps  12 sleeps 12
6 bedrooms 6 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Elegant pet-friendly 6 bedroom country house with superb sun terrace, outdoor hot tub and excellent location close to Halifax and Bronte Country.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stovefireplaceParking
7 nights from £1783
Next available: 08 Dec - 4 nights
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Bryn Cemlyn,

Dolgellau, Gwynedd, Wales
sleeps  12 sleeps 12
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
 dog-friendly cottage
family friendly family friendly

Bryn Cemlyn offers Victorian elegance in Ganllwyd, Gwynedd, with stunning River Mawddach and forest views, sleeps 12, features a games room, and is dog-friendly – perfect for family getaways in the heart of Snowdonia.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
dishwasher in kitchengames roomParkinggarden
7 nights from £844
Next available: 08 Dec - 3 nights
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Captains House,

Downderry, Cornwall, England
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
 3 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

4 bedroom pet-friendly cottage with sea views close to Looe.

sea viewsnear beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifiPatio GardenfireplaceParking
7 nights from £943
Next available: 06 Dec - 7 nights
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Rowan Lodge,

Strathpeffer, Highland, Scotland
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 dog-friendly cottage
family friendly family friendly

Charming log cabin in serene Strathpeffer, Scottish Highlands, offers mountain views, sleeps four, features a private balcony, and is near Blackmuir Wood trails; sorry, no pets.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £361
Next available: 08 Dec - 3 nights
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Ghyll Bank House,

Kendal, Cumbria, England
sleeps  17 sleeps 17
8 bedrooms 8 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
 dog-friendly cottage
family friendly family friendly

Luxurious Lake District manor in Cumbria boasts breathtaking Kentmere Valley and Morecambe Bay views, sleeps 18, features garden, patio, and open fire; sorry no pets.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenfree WifigardenfireplaceParking
7 nights from £1603
Next available: 07 Dec - 7 nights
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Brock's Self-Catering Cornish Barn Conversion, The South West,

Sweetshouse, Cornwall, England
sleeps  3 sleeps 3
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Two bedroom stone-built barn conversion nestled in a rural hamlet close to Bodmin Moor and just a short distance of 5 miles from the coast, ideal for a tranquil relaxing break.

Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £316
Next available: 08 Dec - 7 nights
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Bracken Barn Cottage,

Morpeth, Northumberland, England
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Nestled near Amble in the tranquil Northumberland countryside, Bracken Barn Cottage offers a romantic retreat with a king-size bedroom, cosy living space, and charming patio; sorry, no pets, sleeps two.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £308
Next available: 19 Dec - 3 nights
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Hiraeth Rural Retreat,

Dolau, Powys, Wales
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Idyllic 3 bedroom dog-friendly cottage with impressive views out over the pastures and valley, complete with charming interior with exposed wooden beams, situated close to the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and within reach of the Brecon Beacons National Park for day trips.

valley views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stovefireplaceParking
7 nights from £614
Next available: 11 Dec - 4 nights
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Woodhill Cottage,

Dorking, Surrey, England
sleeps  9 sleeps 9
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Woodhill Cottage, nestled in Surrey's picturesque countryside, offers stunning woodland views, sleeps seven, and features cosy open fires, all within walking distance of charming village pubs—sorry, no pets.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenfireplaceParking
7 nights from £925
Next available: 12 Dec - 7 nights
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Meadows Edge,

Barnard Castle, County Durham, England
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 dog-friendly cottage
family friendly family friendly

Escape to Meadows Edge, a romantic dog-friendly cottage in Holwick, Teesdale, County Durham, offering stunning fells views, a cosy double bedroom, and tranquil garden, perfect for couples seeking a serene getaway in England's unspoiled countryside.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
free WifigardenParking
7 nights from £413
Next available: 19 Dec - 7 nights
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Townfoot Cottage,

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England
sleeps  5 sleeps 5
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 dog-friendly cottage
family friendly family friendly

Escape to dog-friendly Townfoot Cottage in Northumberland National Park, offering stunning views over Elsdon Burn, cosy accommodation for up to five guests, a private garden with BBQ, and easy access to historic trails and outdoor adventures.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVfree Wifigarden
7 nights from £477
Next available: 06 Dec - 7 nights
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Middle Barn Dogs-welcome Cottage, South West England,

Launceston, Cornwall, England
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Beautiful one bedroom barn conversion with own garden and outstanding views of Dartmoor National Park, ideal for romantic breaks and situated conveniently close to Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor and within reach of the Cornish coastline.

Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchenParkinggarden
7 nights from £358
Next available: 07 Mar - 7 nights
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The Barn at Hill House,

Leek, Staffordshire, England
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Beautiful 4 bedroom dog-friendly barn conversion with stunning country views, ideal for exploring the Peak District National Park.

near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenBBQParking
7 nights from £914
Next available: 13 Feb - 7 nights
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Wills Coastal Cottage,

Redcar, North Yorkshire, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Situated close to a local sandy beach just outside of Redcar and near to the North York Moors National Park, this 3 bedroom coastal cottage with its garden games room with snooker table and table tennis has plenty to offer families or groups of friends.

near beach near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £497
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Greyhound Barn,

Cirencester, Gloucestershire, England
sleeps  17 sleeps 17
8 bedrooms 8 bedrooms
9 bathrooms 9 bathrooms
 dog-friendly cottage
family friendly family friendly

Greyhound Farm House in Barnsley, Gloucestershire, offers a historical retreat in the Cotswold countryside, sleeping up to 16 guests, with garden and BBQ, close to Cheltenham's attractions; sorry, no pets allowed.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
dishwasher in kitchenfree Wifigarden
7 nights from £1987
Next available: 15 Dec - 3 nights
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Family friendly short break holiday cottages, escape for a few days to the coast or the country with the children, find cottages for 2 nights, 3 nights and family weekend getaways on Country Cottages Online.

Why Book a Short Break Away with the Family?

Sometimes you only have a weekend or a few nights available for a getaway. With family friendly short break holiday cottages you can escape for a few days to the coast or the country with the kids, go beach combing, for walks or to see a festival. A short holiday of 3 or 4 days can be most beneficial, especially if you're fortunate with the weather. It is never long enough to get bored and if you have children under school age, take advantage of off peak periods, perhaps mid week, for the keenest prices.

Remember some cottages may only offer short breaks outside of school holidays, whereas others offer more flexibility with year round short break bookings welcome.

Popular Searches for Family-Friendly Short Breaks

Sought after child-friendly rentals include large family cottages for holidays for big families or extended families with grandparents for example, luxury cottages when you want a touch of style to enjoy with your tribe, and when budget is no option, family cottages with a pool are very popular for fun and splashing around.

Whether you opt for a short escape to Scotland, England, Wales or Ireland, we hope you find the best family cottage for a short break in the UK for your clan.