Last Minute Cottage Holidays in England

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Doves Barn,

Stowmarket, Suffolk, England

sleeps 22

8 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Beautiful large sleeps 22 holiday barn in rural Suffolk close to Needham Market, complete with hot tub, games room, outdoor games and 2 acres of beautiful gardens, ideal for big family gatherings and special celebrations.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Last remaining March availability from 13/03 to 16/03/26

7 nights from £3495

Special Offer: 13 Mar - 3 nights

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Nine Ocean Reach,

Salcombe, Devon, England

sleeps 4

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

multi-dogs (up to 4)

cat friendly

Stylish romantic pet-friendly coastal holiday home with sea views set within the South Devon AONB, just 4 miles from Salcombe.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 13/03 to 16/03/26

7 nights from £699

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Seven Ocean Reach,

Salcombe, Devon, England

sleeps 5

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 4)

cat friendly

Stylish 2 bedroom pet-friendly coastal holiday rental with sea views close to Salcombe, wake up to sea views every day on holiday in beautiful Devon.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

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Last remaining March availability from 13/03 to 16/03/26

7 nights from £699

Special Offer: 13 Mar - 3 nights

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Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room,

Checkley, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 11

5 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

accessible

Superb high quality 5 bedroom holiday house with luxurious interior and games room with pool table and table tennis just 15 minutes’ drive from the beautiful town of Hereford (three of the five bedrooms have ensuite facilities and one of these ensuite bedrooms is on the ground floor and may suit a couple who want to avoid stairs).

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Last minute availability from 13/03 to 20/03/26

7 nights from £1785

Special Offer: 13 Mar - 4 nights

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Sleeps 10, Gold Award Winning House, M1 rated, ideal for all generations with downstairs bedroom and wet room,

Much Marcle, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 10

5 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

accessible

Stylish 5 bedroom 5 bathroom new-build holiday house near the Wye Valley with breathtaking country views out towards the Malvern Hills.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Last remaining March availability from 13/03 to 23/03/26

7 nights from £1785

Special Offer: 13 Mar - 3 nights

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The Stables Holiday Cottage,

Pickering near Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England

sleeps 5

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Lovely two bedroom country cottage with wood burning stove, luxurious interior and lovely garden area with wonderful views of the North Yorks Moors, in a great location for discovering the highlights of the North Yorkshire Moors, Heartbeat Country and the Yorkshire coast on days out.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 13/03 to 26/03/26

7 nights from £665

Special Offer: 06 Apr - 4 nights

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Granary Cottage,

Pickering near Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Idyllic family-friendly and dog-friendly country cottage (all ground floor accommodation), located next to stunning Yorkshire countryside, well located for taking day trips to the North York Moors National Park and the stunning Yorkshire coastline.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Last minute availability from 13/03 to 26/03/26

7 nights from £650

Special Offer: 06 Apr - 4 nights

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Hideaways Blue Anchor,

Blue Anchor, Somerset, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

cat friendly

Two bedroom holiday bungalow located next to a tranquil woodland only around one mile from Blue Anchor with its lovely beach, conveniently close to Minehead and just a few miles away from Exmoor National Park.

ground floor bedroom garden views

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Spring availability from 13/03 to 27/03/26

7 nights from £395

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The Manor House,

Ludlow, Shropshire, England

sleeps 13

6 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Spacious high quality 6 bedroom holiday house near Ludlow with games room with pool table and air hockey plus grass tennis court, private 6-hole golf course, children's play area with swings, slide, a trampoline, rope swing and zip wire, tree house, Wendy House and extensive gardens.

5 (1 reviews)

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 13/03 to 31/03/26

7 nights from £1850

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Duvale Barn,

Tiverton, Devon, England

sleeps 43

16 bedrooms

12 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Spacious 16 bedroom large group dog-friendly holiday house near Tiverton and Exmoor National Park, complete with games room with pool table, bubbly outdoor hot tub, sociable BBQ area, large garden and table tennis, ideal for gathering with friends and family, sleeps 42.

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Last remaining March availability from 13/03 to 31/03/26

7 nights from £5500

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Hare Cottage at Coombe Barn Cottages,

Bath, Somerset, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

No pets

No pets sleeps 2 Cotswolds rural retreat just 4 miles from Bath, with veranda with fabulous countryside views.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 13/03 to 10/06/26

7 nights from £445

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Romantic Retreat

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Badger at Coombe Barn Cottages,

Bath, Somerset, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

No pets

Charming sleeps 2 romantic retreat in rural Somerset, set in idyllic countryside on a working farm, just 10 minutes’ drive from Bath.

ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub

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Late availability from 13/03 to 30/06/26

7 nights from £445

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Romantic Retreat

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Owl Cottage at Coombe Barn Cottages,

Bath, Somerset, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

No pets

Idyllic couple’s no pets rural retreat, featuring stunning country views over the Somerset countryside, just 10 minutes’ drive from Bath.

ground floor bedroom near local pub

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Late availability from 13/03 to 30/06/26

7 nights from £445

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All Seasons Cottage Breaks - Chapel Cottage,

Saxmundham, Suffolk, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

Characterful one bedroom retreat, in the historic market town of Saxmundham, just 10 miles from the Suffolk coast, ideal for a couple or solo escape, one small dog welcome by arrangement.

near beach near local pub

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Late availability from 13/03 to 01/08/26

7 nights from £495

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Oliver's Mill with shared Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Play Area,

Whitchurch, Shropshire, England

sleeps 10

5 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

5 bedroom barn conversion in rural Shropshire close to Wales/England border, plenty to offer families including access to an indoor swimming pool, multi-sports area, good walks nearby, woodland picnic area, birdwatching area and play area for the under 5s.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 13/03 to 17/03/26

7 nights from £1627

Special Offer: 20 Mar - 3 nights

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Romantic Retreat

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Rhydd Holiday Barn,

Malvern, Worcestershire, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

2 bathrooms

No pets

4 star Gold Award winning barn conversion near Malvern with stunning views out to the Malvern Hills.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 13/03 to 10/04/26

7 nights from £430

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Blackdown Cottage,

Burwash, East Sussex, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

No pets

family friendly

Escape on an idyllic rural retreat break to this beautiful 2 bedroom country cottage nestled by woodlands, gardens and lakes in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to fascinating historical castles and National Trust properties and just half an hour's drive from Royal Tunbridge Wells and only 40 minutes' drive from Brighton.

5 (1 reviews)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 13/03 to 01/05/26

7 nights from £700

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Old Hundredth,

Kingsbridge, Devon, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Situated in the South Devon AONB, this charming character cottage with exposed beams, open stone fireplace and secluded country garden is conveniently close to the unspoilt Devon coastline and tranquil countryside.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

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Late availability from 13/03 to 20/03/26

7 nights from £550

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William's Hayloft with Swimming Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area,

Whitchurch, Shropshire, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

3 bedroom pet-friendly barn conversion in rural Shropshire, set next to fields and farmlands near Whitchurch, with access to excellent onsite leisure facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, sports area and toddlers play area.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub

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Late availability from 13/03 to 17/03/26

7 nights from £628

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Beggars Barn,

Shutford, Oxfordshire, England

sleeps 30

10 bedrooms

10 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Luxurious self-catering near the English Cotswolds, to sleep from 4 to 30 people across 3 properties (main house, annexe and 2 bedroom summer house), with access to a BBQ lodge, plus excellent onsite leisure facilities (outdoor swimming pool (in season), games room facilities and outdoor table tennis).

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Late availability from 13/03 to 20/03/26

7 nights from £8000

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North Meadow Cottage,

Mendham, Harleston, Norfolk, England

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Unique 5 star rated gold award winning waterside holiday home in Norfolk, set next to a pond and close to the riverside, with onsite boating and shared use of gym and games room, just 30 minutes' drive from the Norfolk Broads.

5 (5 reviews)

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Late availability from 13/03 to 16/03/26

7 nights from £1236

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Myrtle House Old Farmhouse and Annexe,

Ilminster, Somerset, England

sleeps 11

5 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

4 Bedroom Holiday Farmhouse and 1 Bedroom Annexe, sleeping from 7 to 11 people in homely comfortable accommodation, special access features include a stair-lift in the Farmhouse and wheelchair-wide doorways at the Annexe.

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Late availability from 13/03 to 02/04/26

7 nights from £335

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Buttercups 5 Star Cottage with Indoor Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area,

Whitchurch, Shropshire, England

sleeps 10

6 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Beautiful 5 star rated, 6 bedroom rural barn conversion set on a small complex in the Shropshire countryside, with access to an indoor swimming pool, multi-sport games area and play area for babies and toddlers.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 13/03 to 17/03/26

7 nights from £1711

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Billys Bothy,

Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England

sleeps 16

6 bedrooms

6 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Large award winning holiday cottage set within landscaped gardens, near the Peak District, sleeps up to 16 plus 2 cots.

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Late availability from 13/03 to 20/03/26

7 nights from £2430

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Owl Lodge,

Bodmin, Cornwall, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Three bedroom two bathroom no pets holiday lodge with stunning valley views, and onsite fishing along the River Fowey, just half an hour’s drive from the Polperro coast.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Late availability from 13/03 to 05/04/26

7 nights from £750

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Gardeners Cottage,

Rothbury, Northumberland, England

sleeps 7

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

High quality 3 bedroom 2 bathroom barn conversion with country views, close to Northumberland National Park and half an hour’s drive from the Northumbrian coast, pet-friendly and with an enclosed garden.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Late availability from 13/03 to 19/03/26

7 nights from £660

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River Bank Cottage,

Whitby, North Yorkshire, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

No pets

family friendly

Escape for a romantic break or tranquil holiday in this delightful 2 bedroom holiday home, with a riverside garden this is a great place for a fishing break or take it easy holiday in Whitby and is conveniently close to the North York Moors National Park and the North Yorkshire Coast.

countryside views over hillsnear beach

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Late availability from 13/03 to 09/05/26

7 nights from £550

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The Haven - Luxury Sheltered Hot Tub & Games Room,

Two Dales, Derbyshire, England

sleeps 10

5 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

No pets 5 bedroom holiday home in a tranquil village setting near Bakewell and the Peak District National Park, with the added luxury of a bubbly outdoor hot tub and games room.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 13/03 to 02/04/26

7 nights from £2200

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Honeysuckle, dog friendly couples' cottage in South Devon,

Dartmouth, Devon, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

1 dog allowed

cat friendly

A unique and pretty stone cottage for two, ideal for romantic breaks, nestled in a tranquil valley in South Devon with a private garden and valley views.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over hills

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Late availability from 13/03 to 20/03/26

7 nights from £600

Special Offer: 27 Mar - 4 nights

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Red Gables,

Pudleston, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Beautiful 4 bedroom 4 bathroom luxury pet-friendly holiday home set on a country estate near Leominster, with private hot tub and barrel sauna in garden, plus daily access to an onsite indoor swimming pool, this is a great place to relax and unwind in the countryside.

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Late availability from 13/03 to 16/03/26

7 nights from £6720

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Woodcock,

Beccles, Suffolk, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Beautiful 3 bedroom luxury holiday barn on a scenic Suffolk farm, close to the Norfolk Broads, with access to a hot tub, a games room, a gym and playbarn for young children on site.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 13/03 to 30/03/26

7 nights from £840

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Heads Nook Hall Cottage,

Heads Nook, Cumbria, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

accessible

Beautiful luxurious 2 bedroom pet-friendly holiday home in the beautiful North Pennines, just 7 miles from Carlisle and welcoming 2 pet dogs.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 13/03 to 24/03/26

7 nights from £800

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The Piggery,

Appleby Magna, Leicestershire, England

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Award winning no pets 4 bedroom single-storey barn conversion, with stunning country views, set in the idyllic Leicestershire countryside close to Ashby-de-la-Zouch.

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Late availability from 13/03 to 16/03/26

7 nights from £1310

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Laburnum Lodge,

Minehead, Somerset, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Roomy 3 bedroom M2 rated dog-friendly holiday lodge with stunning views to Exmoor, just outside Minehead and with onsite access to children’s play area, games room and putting green.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Late availability from 13/03 to 28/03/26

7 nights from £715

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Holly Lodge,

Minehead, Somerset, England

sleeps 10

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

accessible

Sleeps 10 log cabin just outside of Minehead, with stunning views out over Exmoor National Park, dog-friendly and wheelchair accessible in a number of rooms (M2 rated), plus enjoying access to a children’s play area on site, a games room and putting green.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Late availability from 13/03 to 20/03/26

7 nights from £995

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The Stable, Old Barn Cottages,

Great Sturton, Lincolnshire, England

sleeps 5

3 bedrooms

1 bathroom

multi-dogs (up to 3)

cat friendly

Spacious 3 bedroom pet-friendly holiday barn to rent, next to the Lincolnshire Wolds and only around 40 minutes' drive from the coast.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 13/03 to 23/05/26

7 nights from £300

Special Offer: 13 Mar - 7 nights

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Rosemore Grange,

Whitbourne, Worcestershire, England

sleeps 26

11 bedrooms

6 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Large country house with 11 bedrooms and many fine features, nestled in pleasant private gardens by glorious unspoilt countryside, within easy reach of Worcester, Hereford, Cheltenham and the Malvern Hills, ideal for large family or group getaways, parties, special celebrations and special holidays.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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Late availability from 13/03 to 03/04/26

7 nights from £4000

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Tincleton Lodge,

Tincleton, Dorset, England

sleeps 10

5 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Gold award winning 5 bedroom 4 bathroom rural retreat with secure garden, nestled in the Dorset countryside on a working farm, just 6 miles from Dorchester and half an hour’s drive from the coast, with nature walks, a tennis court, and table tennis on site.

ground floor bedroom

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Late availability from 13/03 to 20/03/26

7 nights from £1495

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The Stables,

Boston, Lincolnshire, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Gold award winning luxurious 3 bedroom holiday cottage on a family-run working farm within the beautiful Lincolnshire Fens, this property has level-access throughout the inside and there is a level access carpark on site.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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Late availability from 13/03 to 01/05/26

7 nights from £1180

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Northolme Hall,

Wainfleet All Saints, Lincolnshire, England

sleeps 21

11 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Impressive 8 bedroom Lincolnshire country house set amongst beautiful gardens near Skegness and the Lincolnshire Wolds, plus a 3 bedroom Elizabethan cottage to rent, with an indoor swimming pool on site, a games room as well an outdoor tennis court, Northolme Hall is ideal for big groups of friends or family and could be the perfect place to rent for big family get-togethers or special celebrations such as anniversary or birthday parties (well behaved hen parties welcome by arrangement).

near beach near local pub

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Late availability from 13/03 to 20/03/26

7 nights from £4452

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Popular Searches for Late Availability Holiday Homes in England

Certain areas of England, such as the West Country, the Lake District, Shakespeare’s country, Northern England and East Anglia are sought after for late cottage breaks. Maybe you want to escape to the English countryside on a rural break? Or maybe you prefer the idea of a city break? Popular choices for late breaks in England include dog-friendly cottages, cottages available for 2 night breaks, 3 night break cottages, rural retreats and cottages by the sea. Once you’ve decided to book a spontaneous spur of the moment break, book it asap as these types of rentals can be popular.

Find the best last minute cottage in England for you

On Country Cottages Online you can find rentals where you can deal with owners direct in the UK and negotiate best last minute deals, or if you prefer, book with a trusted agency like Sykes Cottages. On our last minute listing we show eleventh hour cottages and lodges with late availability in the next 7 days. Things can change fast though so we recommend that you call owners direct to find out more about their latest availability.

Savings and discounts can often be found for last minute cottages, so speaking to the owner direct is recommended. To help you find what you are looking for quickly and easily, if you have pets, you may want to take a look at pet-friendly cottages with late availability. We hope you find an inspirational place for a spontaneous break in England and that you secure a great deal on your last minute holiday home booking.