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Filey, East Yorkshire, England
Discover Buck Place, a luxurious dog-friendly retreat in The Bay, Filey, North Yorkshire, boasting stunning countryside views, leisure facilities including pools and a sauna, and spacious accommodation for up to four guests.
ground floor bedroom
near local pub
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Late availability from 19/12 to 27/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 23/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 23/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 26/12/25
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Kingsdown, Deal, Kent, England
3 bedroom holiday lodge with raised decked area with distant sea views, no pets allowed and shared access to children's play area, crazy golf and tennis court.
ground floor bedroom
sea views
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Late availability from 19/12 to 22/12/25
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Oakham, Rutland, England
Discover a romantic retreat at Ash Lodge, Rutland, featuring countryside views, a hot tub, shared indoor pool, and accommodating two guests; enjoy nearby Greetham village amenities and explore Rutland Water—sorry, no pets.
ground floor bedroom
near local pub
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Late availability from 19/12 to 31/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 24/12/25
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Weymouth, Dorset, England
Elegant 5 bedroom holiday rental in Weymouth, all ensuite bedrooms, stunning sea views and excellent location opposite the beach.
ensuite bedroom(s)
sea views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
Late availability from 19/12 to 13/02/26
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Late availability from 19/12 to 24/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 30/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 30/12/25
Family-Friendly
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Late availability from 19/12 to 22/12/25
Family-Friendly
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Late availability from 19/12 to 22/12/25
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Caersws, Powys, Wales
Bodaioch Hall in Trefeglwys, Powys offers luxurious countryside accommodation for up to 24 guests with stunning Welsh views, two hot tubs, a games room, and is sorry no pets; perfect for exploring the serene Mid-Wales region.
ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
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Late availability from 19/12 to 22/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 23/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 23/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 28/12/25
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Leek, Staffordshire, England
Charming Grindon cottage in Staffordshire, West Midlands, offering stunning Peak District countryside views, sleeps two, features a cosy open-plan living area, and a serene enclosed garden – perfect for walkers and cyclists; sorry, no pets.
ground floor bedroom
near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
Late availability from 19/12 to 22/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 20/03/26
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Morpeth, Northumberland, England
Discover Driftwood Apartment in Amble-by-the-Sea, Northumberland—an inviting first-floor retreat for four, boasting a central location with easy access to beaches, historical sites, and coastal walks; sorry, no pets allowed.
ground floor bedroom
near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
Late availability from 19/12 to 27/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 22/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 27/12/25
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Carnforth, Lancashire, England
Two bedroom dog-friendly holiday lodge on a holiday park in Lancashire, with excellent onsite leisure facilities including an indoor pool, a gym and steam room.
ground floor bedroom
near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
Late availability from 19/12 to 23/12/25
Online Booking Available
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Welford-on-Avon, Warwickshire, England
Smart and stylish 2 bedroom no pets holiday cottage close to Stratford Upon Avon and the Cotswold Hills.
ground floor bedroom
near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
Late availability from 19/12 to 19/05/26
Family-Friendly
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Late availability from 19/12 to 23/12/25
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Barnard Castle, County Durham, England
Romantic sleeps 2 pet-friendly holiday lodge with private outdoor hot tub, set on a farm in rural County Durham, near Barnard Castle.
ground floor bedroom
rural views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
Late availability from 19/12 to 26/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 12/06/26
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Caernarfon, Gwynedd, Wales
Bryn Min Manton Penthouse in Caernarfon, North Wales, sleeps 8, offering stunning views, spacious open-plan living, two Juliet balconies, and convenient amenities; sorry, no pets.
ground floor bedroom
near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
Late availability from 19/12 to 30/12/25
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Truro, Cornwall, England
Beggars Roost, a luxurious chapel conversion in Penhallow, Cornwall, sleeps up to 8 with a games room, nestled between Newquay and Redruth, pet-friendly, offering countryside charm just 3 miles from Perranporth's stunning beach.
ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
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Late availability from 19/12 to 29/12/25
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Sturminster Newton, Dorset, England
Nestled in Dorset's picturesque countryside, Swallows Nest offers stunning views, a charming garden, and accommodates four guests, with a hot tub and open-plan living; pet-friendly, located near Sturminster Newton's quaint market town.
ground floor bedroom
near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
Late availability from 19/12 to 26/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 23/12/25
Family-Friendly
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Late availability from 19/12 to 22/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 23/12/25
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Brampton, Cumbria, England
Nestled in Cumbria's serene countryside, High Rigg Shepherd's Hideaway is a romantic retreat for two with a hot tub and woodburning stove, offering stunning Northern Pennines views, but sorry, no pets.
ground floor bedroom
near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
Late availability from 19/12 to 23/12/25
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Buxton, Derbyshire, England
Experience rustic charm at this dog-friendly, meticulously restored stone farmhouse in High Peak, Derbyshire, offering breathtaking Monsal Valley views, a cosy wood burner, and sleeping up to 8 guests, just perfect for countryside escapes.
ground floor bedroom
near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
Late availability from 19/12 to 23/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 15/01/26
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Bonnybridge, Falkirk, Scotland
Experience the charm of The Vestry, a stunning converted church in High Bonnybridge, Stirlingshire, with scenic countryside views, a hot tub, and snug for relaxation, sleeping 8; sorry, no pets allowed.
ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
Late availability from 19/12 to 23/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 26/12/25
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Bishop Auckland, County Durham, England
Experience the tranquillity of 4 The Castle in Stanhope, Durham, a pet-free historic apartment with views, a hot tub, and lush gardens; accommodates six, perfect for families or groups seeking a serene countryside retreat.
ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
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Late availability from 19/12 to 22/12/25
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Late availability from 19/12 to 23/12/25
Why Book a Late Availability Cottage?
Booking a last minute escape and doing something spontaneous can be wonderfully exciting. Maybe you want to book a romantic countryside retreat in England where and your partner can gaze out on wildflower meadows, enjoy tranquil walks and watch the sunset? Or, a remote escape in Wales where you can hideaway with the family for a while? Or perhaps the perfect last minute escape for you would be a fisherman's cottage in Scotland where you can walk your pet pooch on secluded beaches? There is a late break to suit everyone, from farm cottages, to beach chalets, luxury lodges and barn conversions. Whatever makes for the best option for you, the UK is home to a great range of quick break deals.
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The UK is home to some wonderful destinations for last minute breaks. Popular options for late escapes in England include Devon, Cornwall and Dorset in the South West, Norfolk with its coast and broads, Suffolk and the Isle of Wight. Also popular are the beautiful English Cotswolds, and options further north such as the Peak District, the Yorkshire Dales and Northumberland.
For late breaks in Wales, Snowdonia and the Brecon Beacons are top choices. When it comes to late escapes in Scotland, the Scottish Highlands with its beautiful lochs and mountains is a sought after option.
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Wherever in the UK you make a snap decision to holiday; whether in the British countryside, or by the coast, we hope you find the perfect eleventh-hour trip on Country Cottages Online. With late breaks you can often pick up special offers, particularly if there has been a last minute cancellation.
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