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Late availability from 20/12 to 30/12/25
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Liskeard, Cornwall, England
Woodfield Coach House: Luxurious countryside escape near Liskeard, Cornwall, sleeps 4, boasting a hot tub with serene meadow views, boutique-standard interiors, and gardens, sorry no pets, perfect for exploring Cornwall's coasts and moorlands.
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Late availability from 20/12 to 23/12/25
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Late availability from 20/12 to 23/12/25
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Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England
The Coach House in Roston, Derbyshire offers stunning rural views, a private hot tub, and wheelchair accessibility, sleeping four guests in luxury; perfect for exploring Peak District National Park and Alton Towers, sorry no pets.
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Late availability from 20/12 to 24/12/25
Family-Friendly
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Late availability from 20/12 to 24/12/25
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Late availability from 20/12 to 03/04/26
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Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England
Charming 18th-century cottage in Heddon-on-the-Wall, Northumberland, offers countryside views, sleeps four, features a cosy woodburning stove, and is ideally located for exploring Hadrian's Wall; sorry, no pets allowed.
ground floor bedroom
near local pub
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Late availability from 20/12 to 24/12/25
Family-Friendly
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Late availability from 20/12 to 14/06/26
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Umberleigh, Devon, England
Romantic sleeps 2 shepherds hut with countryside views and warm bubbly outdoor hot tub in Devon’s Tarka Country.
valley views
near local pub
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Late availability from 20/12 to 31/12/25
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St Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire, England
Comfortable recently built timber holiday lodge with a fantastic setting right by the River Wyre, enjoy riverside walks, relaxing and fishing whilst enjoying a special holiday here (fishing is possible for two guests at nearby coarse fishing lakes).
ground floor bedroom
lake views
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Late availability from 20/12 to 27/12/25
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Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England
Experience coastal charm at 50 West Street Edelweiss, a dog-friendly townhouse on Scarborough's South Cliff, North Yorkshire, offering stunning views, spacious living areas, and sleeping up to 12 guests, just steps from the beach and local amenities.
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Salcombe, Devon, England
Stylish 1 bedroom pet-friendly holiday rental with sea and countryside views plus a balcony for sitting out and enjoying the view, just 4 miles from Salcombe and 20 miles from Dartmouth.
ground floor bedroom
countryside views over fields and farmlands
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Late availability from 20/12 to 27/12/25
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Late availability from 20/12 to 12/06/26
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Late availability from 20/12 to 26/12/25
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Late availability from 20/12 to 21/12/26
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Thetford, Norfolk, England
Charming Norfolk countryside cottage in Saham Hills with shared hot tub, sleeps four, offering serene views and rustic beams, near Watton and Swaffham; sorry, no pets.
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Late availability from 20/12 to 23/12/25
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Corbridge, Northumberland, England
Experience charming Corbridge, Northumberland, from The Old Exchange, a dog-friendly self-catering property sleeping six, with scenic countryside views, modern amenities, and off-road parking, ideally located for exploring Hadrian's Wall and more.
ground floor bedroom
near local pub
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Late availability from 20/12 to 21/03/26
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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
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Late availability from 20/12 to 26/12/25
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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.
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sea views
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Late availability from 20/12 to 13/02/26
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Bodmin, Cornwall, England
Nestled in a private valley on Bodmin Moor, Treveddoe Farmhouse in Cornwall offers stunning countryside views, a wood-fired hot tub, sleeps 11, and is sorry no pets, perfect for exploring local wonders.
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Late availability from 20/12 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
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Late availability from 20/12 to 26/12/25
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Aberdaron, Gwynedd, Wales
Charming Aberdaron flat on Llyn Peninsula, Gwynedd, sleeps 4 with coastal views, enclosed patio with BBQ, above a fish bar; dog-friendly with a £20 pet supplement; explore beaches, local shops, and historic sites.
ground floor bedroom
near beach
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Late availability from 20/12 to 24/12/25
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Malvern, Worcestershire, England
Nestled in Worcestershire's picturesque countryside, The Croft offers a romantic escape with rural views, a private hot tub, and dog-friendly amenities, sleeping two; perfect for exploring the Malvern Hills and nearby cultural attractions.
ground floor bedroom
near local pub
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Late availability from 20/12 to 23/12/25
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Bigbury On Sea, Devon, England
Stunning beachfront apartment in Bigbury-on-Sea, Devon, offering breathtaking sea views, sleeps six, with access to a pool, sauna, and gym.
ground floor bedroom
near beach
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Late availability from 20/12 to 27/12/25
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Late availability from 20/12 to 23/12/25
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Barnard Castle, County Durham, England
Foxes Den is a romantic, dog-friendly lodge in the Durham countryside near Staindrop, featuring a private hot tub, sleeps 2, perfect for exploring Teesdale's nature walks and Raby Castle, though note WiFi can be intermittent.
ground floor bedroom
countryside views over fields and farmlands
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Late availability from 20/12 to 23/12/25
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Saxmundham, Suffolk, England
Charming 2 bedroom pet-friendly character cottage in Saxmundham (one small dog welcome), less than 10 miles from Aldeburgh and the Suffolk Heritage Coast.
ground floor bedroom
near beach
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Late availability from 20/12 to 17/01/26
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Lochgilphead, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Lovely romantic retreat, an ideal base for discovering just what makes this part of Argyll and Bute so very special.
ground floor bedroom
garden views
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Late availability from 20/12 to 05/01/26
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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