Last Minute Near the Sea

Looking to take a last-minute coastal break? Find coastal rural retreats with late availability and late deals on Country Cottages Online, book direct with independent owners or with trusted agencies.

Whether you want to holiday in England, Wales, Scotland or Ireland, escaping to the seaside on an impromptu spur of the moment break can be a great choice. We hope you find the perfect eleventh hour holiday cottage near to the beach or coast for you.

North Meadow Cottage, Sleeps 8, last-minute retreat

Online Booking Available

Viewed 35 times recently.

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)

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 03/04/26

7 nights from £1236

View

The Shooting lodge, Wrackleford Estate, Sleeps 8, last-minute retreat

Family-Friendly

Viewed 32 times recently.

The Shooting lodge, Wrackleford Estate,

Stratton, Dorset, England

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

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.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 03/04/26

7 nights from £1100

View

Apple Cottage , Sleeps 4, last-minute retreat

Online Booking Available

Viewed 48 times recently.

Apple Cottage ,

Pylle, Somerset, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

High quality boutique style holiday home set in a peaceful rural setting with a tranquil garden and private hot tub.

ensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 23/03/26

7 nights from £740

View

Myrtle House Old Farmhouse and Annexe, Sleeps 11, last minute escape

Family-Friendly

Viewed 33 times recently.

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.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 02/04/26

7 nights from £335

View

Blackdown Cottage, Sleeps 4, last-minute retreat

Family-Friendly

Viewed 31 times recently.

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

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 01/05/26

7 nights from £700

View

The Piggery, Sleeps 8, last-minute retreat

Online Booking Available

Viewed 44 times recently.

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.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 27/03/26

7 nights from £1310

View

Cider Barrel Cottage, Sleeps 4, last-minute retreat

Family-Friendly

Viewed 19 times recently.

Cider Barrel Cottage,

Rodney Stoke, Somerset, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

No pets

family friendly

Charming 2 bedroom rural retreat with lovely countryside views out to the Mendhip Hills and Somerset Levels, around mid-way between Cheddar and Wells.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 09/05/26

7 nights from £540

View

Lochead Cottage, Sleeps 6, Last minute availability

Online Booking Available

Viewed 48 times recently.

Lochead Cottage,

Lochgilphead, Argyll and Bute, Scotland

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

One of a collection of high quality cottages in a stunning setting with loch views in Argyll and Bute in Scotland, pet-friendly and sleeping up to 6 people.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over hills

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 03/04/26

7 nights from £795

View

Sycamore House, Sleeps 17, last-minute retreat

Online Booking Available

Viewed 48 times recently.

Sycamore House,

Bude, Cornwall, England

sleeps 17

9 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Pretty 3 bedroom dog-friendly farmhouse with private bubbly hot tub and access to excellent onsite shared leisure facilities of a swimming pool, tennis court, and games room, located on a farm in Bude, close to the coast and sandy beaches.

ensuite bedroom(s) near beach

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 27/03/26

7 nights from £855

online booking

View

Ty Gwyn Cottage, Sleeps 5, Last minute availability

Pet-Friendly

Viewed 30 times recently.

Ty Gwyn Cottage,

Llangadfan, Powys, Wales

sleeps 5

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Fantastic rural retreat, this 3 bedroom cottage benefits from an elevated hillside location along with sublime views over the Banwy valley, great base for discovering some of the best of Mid Wales.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

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

7 nights from £700

View

The Locks, Sleeps 14, Last minute availability

Family-Friendly

Viewed 72 times recently.

The Locks,

Rogerstone, Newport, Wales

sleeps 14

7 bedrooms

7 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Superb 7 bedroom group holiday house near the city of Newport, with excellent games room with pool table, retro arcade machine, and air hockey, plus cinema room with gaming facilities, and a fabulous private indoor swimming pool.

5 (1 reviews)

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 23/03/26

7 nights from £3500

View

Owl Lodge, Sleeps 6, Last minute availability

Online Booking Available

Viewed 28 times recently.

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)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 05/04/26

7 nights from £750

View

Heads Nook Hall Cottage, Sleeps 4, last-minute retreat

Online Booking Available

Viewed 49 times recently.

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

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 24/03/26

7 nights from £800

View

Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area, Sleeps 16, last-minute retreat

Online Booking Available

Viewed 56 times recently.

Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area,

Whitchurch, Shropshire, England

sleeps 16

9 bedrooms

7 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Located in the beautiful Shropshire countryside, Buttercups & Hayloft is a wonderful combination sleeping 16 across two quality cottages and can comfortably dine 16 guests at one long dining table located in Buttercups.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 31/03/26

7 nights from £2295

Special Offer: 27 Mar - 3 nights

online booking

View

Stonebank Annexe, Chickerell, Sleeps 4, last minute escape

Pet-Friendly

Viewed 35 times recently.

Stonebank Annexe, Chickerell,

Chickerell, Dorset, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Charming 2 bedroom, dog-friendly holiday home located near the heart of Chickerell, conveniently close to the beautiful Dorset Jurassic coast and just 3 miles from Weymouth.

garden viewsnear beach

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 09/05/26

7 nights from £420

View

Cedar Lodge, Sleeps 4, last-minute retreat

Online Booking Available

Viewed 54 times recently.

Cedar Lodge,

Minehead, Somerset, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

2 bedroom dog-friendly log cabin with stunning views out to Exmoor, just 20 minutes’ walk from Minehead with its beach, with access to excellent onsite facilities that will appeal to families including a games room with table tennis, pool table and table football, a putting green and children’s play area with swings.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over hills

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 04/04/26

7 nights from £495

View

River Bank Cottage, Sleeps 4, Last minute availability

No Pets

Viewed 32 times recently.

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

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 09/05/26

7 nights from £550

Special Offer: 28 Mar - 7 nights

View

Family-Friendly

Viewed 52 times recently.

Meadow View,

Pudleston, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Luxurious 3 ensuite bedroom holiday home in Herefordshire, just 6 miles from Leominster, pet-friendly and complete with its own exclusive use indoor heated swimming pool.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 27/03/26

7 nights from £6300

View

Cefn-nant Lodge, Sleeps 4, Last minute availability

Family-Friendly

Viewed 53 times recently.

Cefn-nant Lodge,

Knighton, Powys, Wales

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Two bedroom log cabin for adults only with stunning country views, large decked area and outdoor private hot tub, perfect for a relaxing rural retreat holiday on a tranquil farm location (with fishing ponds on site).

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 28/03/26

7 nights from £420

Special Offer: 20 Mar - 2 nights

View

Doves Barn, Sleeps 22, last minute escape

Family-Friendly

Viewed 40 times recently.

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

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 27/03/26

7 nights from £3495

Special Offer: 20 Mar - 3 nights

View

Stable Cottage, Sleeps 4, last-minute retreat

Online Booking Available

Viewed 48 times recently.

Stable Cottage,

Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

No pets

family friendly

2 bedroom rural retreat with country views, private indoor pool access, games room and private courtyard, set on a working farm just 5 miles from the English Cotswolds and 8 miles from Stratford upon Avon.

5 (1 reviews)

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 28/03/26

7 nights from £425

View

Emma's Dairy - With Indoor Pool, Sports Area & Under 5yrs play area included, Sleeps 5, last minute escape

Online Booking Available

Viewed 35 times recently.

Emma's Dairy - With Indoor Pool, Sports Area & Under 5yrs play area included,

Whitchurch, Shropshire, England

sleeps 5

3 bedrooms

1 bathroom

1 dog allowed

family 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.

5 (1 reviews)

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 27/03/26

7 nights from £521

Special Offer: 20 Mar - 3 nights

online booking

View

Online Booking Available

Viewed 39 times recently.

Coot,

Beccles, Suffolk, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

High quality 3 bedroom holiday barn in rural Suffolk, next to the Norfolk Broads, with shared access to excellent leisure facilities on site, including a games room with pool table, table tennis, table football and air hockey, a hot tub, a fitness barn and a children’s play barn.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 27/03/26

7 nights from £980

View

Family-Friendly

Viewed 41 times recently.

The Barn,

Worcester, Worcestershire, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Wonderful rural barn conversion with fantastic views out to the Malvern Hills, situated within its own private fenced garden on a small holding and surrounded by glorious Worcestershire countryside, both family-friendly and dog-friendly.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 03/04/26

7 nights from £425

View

Lammerlaw Self Catering, Sleeps 4, last-minute retreat

Online Booking Available

Viewed 33 times recently.

Lammerlaw Self Catering,

Biggar, Lanarkshire, Scotland

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

No pets

family friendly

2 bedroom rural retreat with beautiful country views and eco-friendly credentials, set on a working farm near Biggar on the edge of the Scottish Borders and Lanarkshire, 4-star rated and family-friendly with swings in garden and a dedicated area for playing football, ideal for couples, families, walkers, outdoor enthusiasts and cyclists.

5 (8 reviews)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 10/04/26

7 nights from £700

online booking

View

Online Booking Available

Viewed 41 times recently.

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

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 30/03/26

7 nights from £840

View

River Wye Lodge, Sleeps 26, Last minute availability

Family-Friendly

Viewed 36 times recently.

River Wye Lodge,

Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, England

sleeps 26

12 bedrooms

11 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 3)

family friendly

Searching for a large holiday house for a big group getaway? This 11 bedroom holiday house sleeps up to 24 and with river views, a pet-friendly policy, a warm bubbly private hot tub and a games room has plenty to offer large groups, including a lovely setting by the River Wye in the Wye Valley, right next to the lush greenery of the Forest of Dean.

ensuite bedroom(s) river views

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 27/03/26

7 nights from £5950

View

Rosemore Grange, Sleeps 26, Last minute availability

Family-Friendly

Viewed 29 times recently.

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

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 03/04/26

7 nights from £4000

View

Two Owls Lodge, Sleeps 3, last-minute retreat

Online Booking Available

Viewed 33 times recently.

Two Owls Lodge,

Two Dales, Derbyshire, England

sleeps 3

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Idyllic sleeps 3 rural retreat in a superb country location and with beautiful views over the Derwent Valley, situated just outside of the Peak District National Park and close to Matlock.

valley views near local pub

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 03/04/26

7 nights from £595

View

Online Booking Available

Viewed 40 times recently.

Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views,

Much Marcle, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

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.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

Late availability from 20/03 to 03/04/26

7 nights from £669

Special Offer: 20 Mar - 4 nights

View

< previous 1 2

Last Minute Near the Sea

North Meadow Cottage,

The Shooting lodge, Wrackleford Estate,

Apple Cottage ,

Myrtle House Old Farmhouse and Annexe,

Blackdown Cottage,

The Piggery,

Cider Barrel Cottage,

Lochead Cottage,

Sycamore House,

Ty Gwyn Cottage,

The Locks,

Owl Lodge,

Heads Nook Hall Cottage,

Buttercups & Hayloft Sleeps & Dines 16 with Pool, Sports Court & Play Area,

Stonebank Annexe, Chickerell,

Cedar Lodge,

River Bank Cottage,

Meadow View,

Cefn-nant Lodge,

Doves Barn,

Stable Cottage,

Emma's Dairy - With Indoor Pool, Sports Area & Under 5yrs play area included,

Coot,

The Barn,

Lammerlaw Self Catering,

Woodcock,

River Wye Lodge,

Rosemore Grange,

Two Owls Lodge,

Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views,

Related pages