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Cottages for October Half Term Holidays

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Menzies Steading,

Aberfeldy, Perthshire, Scotland
sleeps  10 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Stunning luxury sleeps 10 holiday home near the Cairngorms, with all ensuite bedrooms, just 34 miles from Perth.

ground floor bedroom garden views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenfireplaceBBQParking
£3300*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.

Valley View,

Ilfracombe, Devon, England
sleeps  10 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Valley View, in North Devon's Heritage Coast, offers panoramic countryside views, luxurious interiors, a hot tub, and sauna, sleeping 10; enjoy nearby Ilfracombe, beaches, and trails—sorry, no pets allowed.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accesssaunafree WifigardenfireplaceParking
£3494*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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Woodside House,

Arbroath, Angus, Scotland
sleeps  10 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

5 bedroom manor house with character and rich décor, sleeping up to 10 people and one dog, on outskirts of Arbroath.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree WifigardenfireplaceParking
£2076*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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Family-Friendly
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Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 2,

Balloch, Dunbartonshire, Scotland
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 4 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 4)
wheelchair accessible accessible

Stylish all ground floor, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom holiday lodge near Loch Lomond, pet-friendly (up to 4 dogs welcome) and with optional hot tub hire.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
£1250*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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Hideways Barn Conversion, East Anglia,

Hunstanton, Norfolk, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Good quality two bedroom holiday barn conversion with lovely vaulted ceilings and shared courtyard garden, located in the coastal town of Hunstanton.

Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
£741*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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Family-Friendly
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Butlers,

Pudleston, Herefordshire, England
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly 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.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor private hot tubsaunaindoor heated poolfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
£3921*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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Whitestone Pets Allowed Cottage for 4, Ilfracombe, North Devon ,

Ilfracombe, Devon, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

This pet-friendly Devonshire self-catering apartment is located near to the popular seaside town of Ilfracombe.

Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree WifigardenParking
£520*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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Sandbeds Farmhouse,

Grayrigg, Cumbria, England
sleeps  10 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Luxurious 5 bedroom stone-built farmhouse, sleeps 10 plus infants, set on a tranquil farm and enjoying an ideal location for exploring both the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over hills
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
£2420*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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Leghorn,

ST AUSTELL, Cornwall, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Nestled in Cornwall's picturesque countryside near St Austell, this dog-friendly barn conversion offers sea views, sleeps four, features a hot tub, and is perfect for exploring nearby attractions like the Eden Project and charming coastal towns.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
dishwasher in kitchenindoor hot tub accessfree WifigardenfireplaceParking
£1164*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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Keepers Cottage,

Ulverston, Cumbria, England
sleeps  10 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Discover the charm of Keepers Cottage, a dog-friendly retreat in Cumbria's Lake District, boasting scenic countryside views, a private swimming pool, and sleeping up to ten guests; just 6 miles from enchanting Hawkshead.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
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£2575*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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Stabl, Plas Moelfre Hall Barns,

Oswestry, Denbighshire, Wales
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Stabl Cottage in Powys, North Wales, offers a romantic countryside retreat with stunning views of the Berwyn Mountains, a hot tub, and an enclosed garden; sleeps 2-4 guests, dog-friendly.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
microwave in kitchen
£910*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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Atlas,

Cawdor, Highland, Scotland
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Nestled in the serene Inverness Highlands, Atlas is a luxurious pet-free log cabin in Cawdor, sleeping eight, featuring stunning countryside views, a hot tub, and a sauna, perfect for a tranquil family retreat amidst Scottish heritage.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
dishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenindoor hot tub accesssaunafree WifigardenParking
£4766*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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Trooper's Holiday Barn, Shropshire Hills AONB,

Westhope, Shropshire, England
sleeps  12 sleeps 12
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

First class 5 bedroom barn conversion, located on a working farm in the Hope Valley and by the Shropshire Hills, ideal for groups of friends or family and boasting access to some fantastic leisure facilities including an outdoor hot tub, games room with pool table, table football and table tennis and gym.

ensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifigardenwood burning stovefireplaceParking
£1914*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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Cider House at Nutcombe Cottages,

Combe Martin, Devon, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Charming 2 en-suite bedroom dog-friendly barn conversion in Combe Martin, with private sun terrace and stunning country views.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
£633*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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Tin Shed,

Rhayader, Powys, Wales
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Escape to the Tin Shed in Mid Wales, a dog-friendly lodge near Rhayader with a private hot tub, king-size bed, and sleeps two; enjoy stunning countryside views and explore nearby Elan Valley's natural beauty.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
microwave in kitchen
£699*
5 nights - 27/10 to 01/11/2026.
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family enjoying autumn half term breakBook a self-catering holiday cottage for a fantastic October half term holiday. Choose from the selection of rural retreats, countryside cottages and lodges with availability for October half term for your family break this Autumn.

Why Book an October Half Term Getaway?

The October half term school holidays can be a great time to get away with the family. Great deals and discounted prices can often be found in October meaning savings for you and more money to spend enjoying great days out with the kids! Pumpkin picking is just one of the fabulous family-friendly activities on offer at this time of year, and spooky Halloween themed events can be popular too.

Book a family-sized holiday cottage with a games room or board games for fun with your brood in the autumn term break and enjoy good times whatever the weather. Dog-friendly October half term cottages and holiday homes with cosy wood burning fires are also popular for this time of year, as are hot tub cottages. Get out and explore the great outdoors in the countryside and marvel at the leaves with their brilliant orange and golden hues whilst you breathe in the crisp air.

Whether you escape to the countryside or book a break by the coast, October half term school holidays are a great time to escape with the kids for family time before the run up to Christmas. Great destinations for October breaks are many and varied, from the Cotswolds to the Lake District and South West of England.

We hope you find the best October school holiday escape for your family and have a wonderful family holiday this autumn.