Last Minute Cottage Holidays in England

Last Minute Cottages

Searching for a last minute cottage getaway in England? From the Cotswolds to the South West and North of England, England is home to so many beautiful regions and is a great country for a late cottage break away.

Find the best last minute cottage in England for you

From lodges to family-cabins and romantic retreats, Country Cottages Online features a great choice of last minute holidays in England. Shown below are cottages 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 booking.

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Choose from holiday cottages, lodges, romantic retreats, holiday barns, big holiday rentals and cottage complexes.
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Late availability from 26/04 to 27/04/24
no booking fee
sleeps 1 - 3 guests 1 - 3
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1 bedrooms 1
1 bathrooms 1
dog-friendly cottage, 1 dog(s) welcome1

1 bedroom Cottage

One bedroom stone-built country cottage with its own garden, situated by the Blackdown Hills in Devon with the Jurassic Coast easily accessible for days out, ideal for romantic breaks or for small family holidays with its large bedroom offering enough room for an extra child's bed to be added.

Facilities & Features: Digital TVFree Wifi
1 of 4 listed cottages. See more properties from Twistgates Farm
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 14 people.
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Late availability from 23/04 to 27/04/24
no booking fee
sleeps 2 - 4 guests 2 - 4
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2 bedrooms 2
2 bathrooms 2
dog-friendly cottage, 2 dog(s) welcome2

2 bedroom Thatched Cottage

Very lovely 2 bedroom thatched country cottage with private garden close to the heart of the Isle of Wight with the coast within easy reach for days out.

Facilities & Features: TVFree Wifi

Late availability from 26/04 to 03/05/24
no booking fee
sleeps 1 - 2 guests 1 - 2
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1 bedrooms 1
1 bathrooms 1
dog-friendly cottage, 1 dog(s) welcome1

1 bedroom Country Cottage

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.

Facilities & Features: Digital TVFree Wifi
1 of 3 listed cottages. See more properties from Dittiscombe Estate & Cottages
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 8 people.

Late availability from 21/04 to 03/05/24
sleeps 7 - 18 guests 7 - 18
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7 bedrooms 7
7 bathrooms 7
no dogs allowed

7 bedroom Large Country House

Large and spacious holiday farmhouse with outdoor private hot tub and games room, set in the stunning Cheshire countryside, ideal for groups of friends (including hens or stags) or family breaks.

Facilities & Features: TVFree WifiOutdoor Hot Tub
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Late availability from 26/04 to 17/05/24
sleeps 2 - 6 guests 2 - 6
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3 bedrooms 3
2 bathrooms 2
no dogs allowed

3 bedroom Barn Conversion

Stylish 3 bedroom barn conversion with its own bubbly hot tub and enclosed garden area, set on a working Somerset Cider Farm, ideal for a relaxing break in the Somerset countryside with the coast within reach for days out.

Facilities & Features: TVFree WifiOutdoor Hot Tub
1 of 3 listed cottages. See more properties from Somerset Country Escape
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 15 people.

Late availability from 26/04 to 27/04/24
no booking fee
sleeps 1 - 2 guests 1 - 2
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1 bedrooms 1
1 bathrooms 1
no dogs allowed

1 bedroom Holiday Home

Apple Loft is a stylish romantic holiday home, perfect for 2 with wonderful tree top views of the Devonshire Hills and a lovely location amongst gorgeous countryside at Twistgates Farm, just 30 minutes’ drive from the Jurassic Coast.

Facilities & Features: Digital TVFree Wifi
1 of 4 listed cottages. See more properties from Twistgates Farm
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 14 people.

Late availability from 26/04 to 04/05/24
no booking fee
sleeps 1 - 4 guests 1 - 4
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2 bedrooms 2
1 bathrooms 1
no dogs allowed

2 bedroom Cottage by the Riverbank

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.

Facilities & Features: TVFree Wifi

Late availability from 23/04 to 03/05/24
no booking fee
sleeps 5 - 11 guests 5 - 11
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5 bedrooms 5
5 bathrooms 5
dog-friendly cottage, 2 dog(s) welcome2

5 bedroom Large Country House

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).

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageDigital TVFree WifiGames room
1 of 5 listed cottages. See more properties from Longview Cottages
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 33 people.

Late availability from 26/04 to 27/04/24
no booking fee
sleeps 3 - 7 guests 3 - 7
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3 bedrooms 3
2 bathrooms 2
dog-friendly cottage, 4 dog(s) welcome4

3 bedroom Holiday Cottage

With a warm bubbly hot tub with outstanding countryside views and a location in the pretty village of Malborough in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a location just 5 minutes drive from the coast, this dog-friendly holiday home has plenty to recommend it.

Facilities & Features: Digital TVFree WifiOutdoor Hot Tub

Late availability from 26/04 to 10/05/24
sleeps 5 - 12 guests 5 - 12
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5 bedrooms 5
4 bathrooms 4
no dogs allowed

5 bedroom Coastal Cottage

Beautifully furnished family-friendly holiday cottage with an outside heated swimming pool, extensive gardens, plus a trampoline and table-tennis, just 100 metres walk from the beach at Seatown.

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageDigital TVFree WifiGames roomHeated pool

Late availability from 26/04 to 03/05/24
sleeps 3 - 5 guests 3 - 5
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3 bedrooms 3
2 bathrooms 2
dog-friendly cottage, 1 dog(s) welcome1

3 bedroom Stone-Built Cottage

Beautifully presented, 3 bedroom Epsom Cottage is an absolute dream, with luxurious 5 star rated accommodation, this is an idyllic place to enjoy a truly relaxing holiday in the Cotswolds close to Chipping Norton, with access to a heated indoor swimming pool on site, a spa where you can book pampering treatments (available at additional cost), as well as a gym and beautiful gardens, this has to be one of the Cotswolds' very best holiday homes.

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageTVFree WifiHeated pool
1 of 3 listed cottages. See more properties from Yes
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 15 people.

Late availability from 26/04 to 04/05/24
no booking fee
sleeps 4 - 12 guests 4 - 12
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4 bedrooms 4
2 bathrooms 2
dog-friendly cottage, 2 dog(s) welcome2

4 bedroom Cottage ; Bungalow ; Cottage complex ; Log Cabin ; Rural Retreat ; Party House ; Hen party house ; Family Cottages ; Dog-Friendly ;

With a huge wrap around veranda, eco-friendly credentials, idyllic views out over a wildlife pond, a tranquil rural setting, as well as a stunning setting nestled next to a 7 acre nature reserve in North Devon, Balebarn Lodge is quirky and unique.

Facilities & Features: Green Award Winning CottageDigital TVFree WifiOutdoor Hot Tub
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Late availability from 21/04 to 03/05/24
sleeps 8 - 20 guests 8 - 20
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8 bedrooms 8
5 bathrooms 5
dog-friendly cottage, 1 dog(s) welcome1

8 bedroom Unique Self-Catering Accommodation

With a riverside location and river views, this unique chapel conversion in Milford could be the ideal place to holiday with friends or family close to the Peak District, and the on site sauna suite helps to make it a great place to relax and unwind too.

Facilities & Features: TVFree WifiSauna
1 of 5 listed cottages. See more properties from Derbyshire Holidays

Late availability from 24/04 to 03/05/24
no booking fee
sleeps 1 - 2 guests 1 - 2
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1 bedrooms 1
1 bathrooms 1
no dogs allowed

1 bedroom Barn Conversion

Beautiful 1 bedroom barn conversion with warm bubbly private hot tub, perfect for a couple and in an idyllic setting nestled next to fields and farmlands in North Devon, just outside of Exmoor National Park and only half an hour's drive from the coast.

Facilities & Features: Digital TVFree WifiOutdoor Hot Tub
Viewed 40 times recently.

Late availability from 25/04 to 29/04/24
no booking fee
sleeps 3 - 10 guests 3 - 10
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3 bedrooms 3
1 bathrooms 1
dog-friendly cottage, 3 dog(s) welcome3

3 bedroom Stone-Built Barn Conversion

Searching for a family cottage in the Peak District National Park? This charming pet-friendly cottage is ideal for family holidays, enjoys an idyllic setting next to fields and should be a hit with the kids with a garden with swings and sandpit where the children can play.

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageTVFree Wifi

Late availability from 21/04 to 03/05/24
sleeps 5 - 11 guests 5 - 11
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5 bedrooms 5
4 bathrooms 4
no dogs allowed

5 bedroom Cottage ; Bungalow ; Large Country House ; Rural Retreat ; Party House ; Hen party house ; Family party house ; Birthday party house ; House for anniversary parties ; Family Cottages ;

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.

Facilities & Features: TVFree Wifi

Late availability from 26/04 to 15/05/24
sleeps 3 - 6 guests 3 - 6
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3 bedrooms 3
2 bathrooms 2
no dogs allowed

3 bedroom Barn Conversion

Gorgeous 3 bedroom country cottage with a beautiful interior and high vaulted ceilings, plus sea views, as well as a children's play area with table tennis, badminton net, swings, slide and climbing frame and football pitch with goals, this is a very special holiday home close to Ilfracombe, ideal for making special memories with the ones you love.

Facilities & Features: TVFree Wifi
1 of 7 listed cottages. See more properties from My Favourite Cottages

Late availability from 26/04 to 24/05/24
sleeps 5 - 10 guests 5 - 10
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5 bedrooms 5
3 bathrooms 3
no dogs allowed

5 bedroom Barn Conversion

Looking for a 5 bedroom holiday home in Devon with the wow factor? Stylish and beautifully decorated with the added bonus of an outdoor swimming pool, a private hot tub, a children's play area with swings, slide and climbing area, views out over the Blackdown Hills, plus an outdoor BBQ lodge, Foxhill Lodge sleeps up to 8 people and is bound to impress.

Facilities & Features: TVFree WifiOutdoor Hot TubHeated pool
1 of 5 listed cottages. See more properties from Blackdown Luxury Lettings
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Late availability from 26/04 to 03/05/24
sleeps 2 - 4 guests 2 - 4
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2 bedrooms 2
1 bathrooms 1
no dogs allowed

2 bedroom Holiday Cottage

2 bedroom holiday home with superb first floor outdoor balcony area plus access to excellent on site leisure facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, a warm bubbly hot tub plus a tennis court and children's play area, set on the Corffe estate, just 4 miles from Barnstaple and only around 10 miles from Westward Ho!'s sandy beach.

Facilities & Features: TVFree WifiIndoor Hot TubHeated poolTennis court
1 of 4 listed cottages. See more properties from Corffe Cottages
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 42 people.

Late availability from 26/04 to 03/05/24
no booking fee
sleeps 6 - 12 guests 6 - 12
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6 bedrooms 6
5 bathrooms 5
dog-friendly cottage, 3 dog(s) welcome3

6 bedroom Large Country House

This stunning high quality 6 bedroom country house features a beautiful interior and a tranquil setting with private gardens and is close to Barnstaple and just 11 miles from Westward Ho! beach and is ideal for large groups of friends or family looking to stay in style and comfort.

Facilities & Features: Digital TVFree Wifi

Late availability from 26/04 to 17/05/24
sleeps 3 - 6 guests 3 - 6
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3 bedrooms 3
2 bathrooms 2
no dogs allowed

3 bedroom Holiday Bungalow

Stylish 3 bedroom country cottage with countryside and lake views, with fishing lakes on site, relax and unwind in the North Devon countryside, just 15 minutes' drive from Woolacombe beach.

Facilities & Features: TVFree Wifi
1 of 7 listed cottages. See more properties from My Favourite Cottages

Late availability from 26/04 to 03/05/24
sleeps 7 - 17 guests 7 - 17
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7 bedrooms 7
5 bathrooms 5
dog-friendly cottage, 1 dog(s) welcome1

7 bedroom Cottage ; Large Country House ; Farmstay ; Rural Retreat ; Thatched cottage ; Remote cottage ; Party House ; Hen party house ; Family Cottages ; Dog-Friendly ;

Large 7 bedroom country house with the wow-factor in Somerset, enjoy country views and luxurious spacious accommodation with a country twist, as well as a beautiful garden and 2 private hot tubs outdoors, just 18 miles from Glastonbury.

Facilities & Features: TVFree WifiOutdoor Hot Tub
1 of 10 listed cottages. See more properties from Woodlands Retreats
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 131 people.

Late availability from 26/04 to 03/05/24
sleeps 5 - 10 guests 5 - 10
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5 bedrooms 5
3 bathrooms 3
dog-friendly cottage, 2 dog(s) welcome2

5 bedroom Large Farmhouse

Large 5 bedroom rural retreat with tranquil country views, sleeping up to 10 people in stylish and comfortable accommodation, just a short drive from the beautiful North Devon coast.

Facilities & Features: TVFree Wifi
1 of 7 listed cottages. See more properties from My Favourite Cottages

Late availability from 21/04 to 03/05/24
no booking fee
sleeps 5 - 10 guests 5 - 10
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5 bedrooms 5
4 bathrooms 4
no dogs allowed

5 bedroom Large Holiday House to rent

Sleeps 10 holiday house with warm bubbly outdoor private hot tub and games room, just outside of the Peak District National Park.

Facilities & Features: TVFree WifiGames roomOutdoor Hot Tub

Late availability from 26/04 to 04/05/24
sleeps 1 - 2 guests 1 - 2
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1 bedrooms 1
1 bathrooms 1
dog-friendly cottage, 2 dog(s) welcome2

1 bedroom Farm Cottage

Choose from 4 pet-friendly romantic retreats at this working farm right by the seaside of the Northumberland Coast AONB, just 1 mile from Seahouses.

Facilities & Features: TVFree Wifi

Late availability from 26/04 to 10/05/24
sleeps 1 - 4 guests 1 - 4
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2 bedrooms 2
1 bathrooms 1
no dogs allowed

2 bedroom Holiday Lodge

Idyllic 2 bedroom hideaway set by Sydling Brook and Langford Lake within Dorset's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, relax and unwind in this tranquil setting or enjoy fishing on site.

Facilities & Features: TVFree Wifi

Late availability from 26/04 to 27/04/24
no booking fee
sleeps 5 - 10 guests 5 - 10
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5 bedrooms 5
5 bathrooms 5
dog-friendly cottage, 2 dog(s) welcome2

5 bedroom Large Holiday House

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

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageDigital TVFree Wifi
1 of 5 listed cottages. See more properties from Longview Cottages
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 33 people.

Late availability from 26/04 to 27/04/24
no booking fee
sleeps 1 - 2 guests 1 - 2
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1 bedrooms 1
1 bathrooms 1
dog-friendly cottage, 2 dog(s) welcome2

1 bedroom Stone-Built Cottage

Charming romantic retreat with views out to the Malvern Hills, less than 8 miles from Ledbury and 10 miles from Hereford and close to the Wye Valley AONB.

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageDigital TVFree Wifi
1 of 5 listed cottages. See more properties from Longview Cottages
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 33 people.

Late availability from 26/04 to 04/05/24
sleeps 7 - 18 guests 7 - 18
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7 bedrooms 7
5 bathrooms 5
no dogs allowed

7 bedroom Large Country House

Stylish and impressive 7 bedroom manor house with stunning country views, private outdoor hot tub and spacious elegant accommodation, half an hour's drive from Yeovil.

Facilities & Features: TVFree WifiOutdoor Hot Tub
1 of 10 listed cottages. See more properties from Woodlands Retreats
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 131 people.
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Late availability from 26/04 to 11/05/24
no booking fee
sleeps 2 - 4 guests 2 - 4
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2 bedrooms 2
2 bathrooms 2
dog-friendly cottage, 1 dog(s) welcome1

2 bedroom Rural Retreat

Surrounded by fields and with panoramic countryside views Stag Cottage is valued as a rural haven.

Facilities & Features: Digital TVFree WifiGames roomHeated pool

Late availability from 26/04 to 03/05/24
sleeps 4 - 8 guests 4 - 8
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4 bedrooms 4
4 bathrooms 4
no dogs allowed

4 bedroom Large Country House

An ideal country retreat, this holiday lodge enjoys a fantastic rural setting high within the Dorset Downs and offers characterful accommodation along with fishing on the River Frome nearby.

Facilities & Features: TVFree WifiGames room

Late availability from 26/04 to 29/04/24
no booking fee
sleeps 5 - 12 guests 5 - 12
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5 bedrooms 5
3 bathrooms 3
no dogs allowed

5 bedroom Barn Conversion

Stylish roomy 5 bedroom 3 bathroom barn conversion in rural Shropshire near Whitchurch, with access to excellent onsite leisure facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, a sports court and a play area for toddlers.

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageDigital TVFree WifiHeated poolTennis court
1 of 6 listed cottages. See more properties from Shropshire Holiday Barns

Late availability from 26/04 to 10/05/24
sleeps 3 - 6 guests 3 - 6
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3 bedrooms 3
3 bathrooms 3
no dogs allowed

3 bedroom Barn Conversion

Langford Valley Stables has recently be converted from a flint and brick barn to create a luxury 3 bed self catering property.

Facilities & Features: TVFree Wifi

Late availability from 26/04 to 29/04/24
no booking fee
sleeps 3 - 5 guests 3 - 5
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3 bedrooms 3
1 bathrooms 1
dog-friendly cottage, 1 dog(s) welcome1

3 bedroom Cottage ; Cottage complex ; Barn Conversion ; Rural Retreat ; Family Cottages ; Dog-Friendly ;

3 bedroom holiday barn sleeping 5 people in rural Shropshire close to England and Wales border country, enjoying shared access to an indoor swimming pool, a multisports court area with tennis and badminton and a children’s play area for children aged under 5, plus good walks from the farm.

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageDigital TVFree WifiHeated poolTennis court
1 of 6 listed cottages. See more properties from Shropshire Holiday Barns

Late availability from 26/04 to 29/04/24
no booking fee
sleeps 5 - 10 guests 5 - 10
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5 bedrooms 5
3 bathrooms 3
dog-friendly cottage, 1 dog(s) welcome1

5 bedroom Barn Conversion

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.

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageDigital TVFree WifiHeated poolTennis court
1 of 6 listed cottages. See more properties from Shropshire Holiday Barns
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Late availability from 26/04 to 02/05/24
no booking fee
sleeps 1 - 4 guests 1 - 4
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2 bedrooms 2
2 bathrooms 2
no dogs allowed

2 bedroom Farm Cottage

Two bedroom rural retreat with country views set on a farm in the Leicestershire countryside, all ground floor accommodation, close to Appleby Magna and the National Forest.

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageDigital TVFree Wifi
1 of 3 listed cottages. See more properties from Upper Rectory Farm Cottages
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 34 people.

Late availability from 26/04 to 10/05/24
no booking fee
sleeps 2 - 4 guests 2 - 4
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2 bedrooms 2
2 bathrooms 2
dog-friendly cottage, 2 dog(s) welcome2

2 bedroom Thatched Cottage

Picture-perfect 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom thatched holiday cottage with country views, private enclosed garden and access to free fishing at nearby Stretton Lakes fishing lakes, all just 6 miles from Rutland Water.

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageTVFree Wifi
1 of 3 listed cottages. See more properties from Stretton Lakes
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 12 people.

Late availability from 26/04 to 14/06/24
sleeps 1 - 4 guests 1 - 4
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2 bedrooms 2
2 bathrooms 2
no dogs allowed

2 bedroom Rural Retreat

Beautifully presented 2 bedroom high quality holiday cottage near Barnstaple in North Devon, less than 9 miles from Saunton Sands, sorry no pets permitted.

Facilities & Features: Digital TVFree Wifi
1 of 7 listed cottages. See more properties from My Favourite Cottages

Late availability from 26/04 to 27/04/24
sleeps 2 - 5 guests 2 - 5
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2 bedrooms 2
2 bathrooms 2
dog-friendly cottage, 3 dog(s) welcome3

2 bedroom Farmstay

Comfortable and welcoming 2 bedroom pet-friendly barn conversion on a working farm in Staffordshire, within half an hour's drive of Drayton Manor Theme Park and Birmingham, river fishing possible just down the road.

Facilities & Features: Digital TVFree Wifi

Late availability from 21/04 to 03/05/24
no booking fee
sleeps 1 - 2 guests 1 - 2
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1 bedrooms 1
1 bathrooms 1
dog-friendly cottage, 1 dog(s) welcome1

1 bedroom Farmstay Accommodation

Luxurious romantic barn conversion on a farm, just outside of the Norfolk Broads, with tranquil country views and excellent onsite leisure facilities.

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageDigital TVFree WifiGames roomIndoor Hot Tub
1 of 8 listed cottages. See more properties from Wheatacre Hall Barns
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 41 people.