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Explore Britain's rural paradise with a short break cottage holiday

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112 rental properties match your search for Short weekend breaks in the countryside
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The Hideaway,

Rothbury, Northumberland, England
sleeps  10 sleeps 10
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 3 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

Stylish sleeps 9 pet-friendly barn conversion with country views, just outside of Northumberland National Park and with access to onsite tennis court.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchentennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £995
Next available: 03 Jan - 6 nights
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Orchard Barn at Woodhayes Farm,

Honiton, Devon, England
sleeps  10 sleeps 10
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Beautiful 3 bedroom barn conversion with tranquil orchard garden which is both family-friendly and pet-friendly, nestled in the Blackdown Hills just a short distance from the inspirational scenery of the Jurassic coast.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
silver award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £430
Next available: 06 Dec - 7 nights
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James's Parlour with exclusive use of shared Indoor Swimming Pool, Sports Court & Play Area,

Whitchurch, Shropshire, England
sleeps  12 sleeps 12
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

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.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenindoor heated pooltennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £2100
Next available: 06 Dec - 3 nights
Special Offer: 05 Dec - 3 nights
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The Piggery,

Appleby Magna, Leicestershire, England
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly 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)
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gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £1280
Next available: 07 Dec - 7 nights
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Widgeon,

Beccles, Suffolk, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Sumptuous 3 bedroom barn in rural Suffolk, just outside of the Norfolk Broads, with country views and access to excellent shared leisure facilities including a hot tub, a games room, a fitness barn, and a children's play area.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomindoor hot tub accessfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £980
Next available: 06 Dec - 7 nights
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Poachers Barn,

Pudleston, Herefordshire, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
 3 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly 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:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenindoor heated poolfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £3584
Next available: 10 Dec - 7 nights
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Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views,

Much Marcle, Herefordshire, England
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 2 dogs welcome  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:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £650
Next available: 08 Dec - 7 nights
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Gaggles,

Pudleston, Herefordshire, England
sleeps  8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
 3 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

Luxurious and welcoming 4 bedroom 3 bathroom holiday cottage with private 6-seater hot tub and access to a private swimming pool onsite, set on a country estate, just 6 miles from Leominster.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor private hot tubindoor heated poolfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £4375
Next available: 06 Dec - 7 nights
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The Cotswold Manor Lodge, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games Barn, 70 acres of Parkland,

Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
sleeps  26 sleeps 26
8 bedrooms 8 bedrooms
7 bathrooms 7 bathrooms
  unlimited  dogs welcome  unlimited dogs welcome
cat friendly cat friendly

Wonderful large holiday home with relaxing private hot tub and countryside views sleeping up to 26 in 8 bedrooms in high quality accommodation, set on a lovely Cotswold Country Estate just 20 minutes drive from Oxford, 30 minutes from Cheltenham and one hour's drive from London.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifigardenwood burning stovefireplaceParking
7 nights from £4400
Next available: 07 Dec - 5 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 sleeps 10
5 bedrooms 5 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
wheelchair accessible 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)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £1700
Next available: 06 Dec - 7 nights
Special Offer: 05 Dec - 3 nights
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Llanlliana Coastal Retreat,

Cemaes Bay, Anglesey, Wales
sleeps  21 sleeps 21
10 bedrooms 10 bedrooms
9 bathrooms 9 bathrooms
 4 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 4)
family friendly family friendly

High quality 10 bedroom country house with stunning views, ideal for big groups, located in extensive grounds near Cemaes Bay, complete with a games room with pool table, table football and Xbox 360, plus a private hot tub outdoors.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessfree Wifienclosed gardenfireplaceBBQParking
7 nights from £5040
Next available: 02 Jan - 7 nights
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Lammerlaw Self Catering,

Biggar, Lanarkshire, Scotland
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly 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:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £675
Next available: 06 Dec - 7 nights
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William's Hayloft with Swimming Pool, Sports Court & Toddler Play Area,

Whitchurch, Shropshire, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly 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
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenindoor heated pooltennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £615
Next available: 06 Dec - 3 nights
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2 Barlowenath Cottages,

Marazion, Cornwall, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Secluded 2 bedroom pet-friendly farm cottage with pretty garden and distant views from garden to St Michael’s Mount, less than three miles from Marazion’s beach.

5 (2 reviews)
countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £350
Next available: 06 Dec - 7 nights
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Cholwell Hall,

Bath, Somerset, England
sleeps  29 sleeps 29
10 bedrooms 10 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Impressive large country house with 10 bedrooms set amongst beautiful gardens close to the Mendip Hills, ideal for special celebrations, hen parties, stag parties, large group getaways and large family gatherings.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree Wifigardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQParking
7 nights from £3600
Next available: 06 Dec - 7 nights
* Price quoted is not inclusive of any applicable booking fees or local charges.

Try a few days holiday in the country and discover the beautiful landscapes of Britain. So many people follow the sun and have never experienced our own rural paradise.

One way to discover some of the most picturesque rural areas is to book weekend breaks in holiday cottages in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. These rural regions have been recognised as especially scenic – places where you will find plenty to admire. You could have the most delicious weekend soaking up the scenery, rambles or cycling down country lanes, afternoon tea in a tea-shop and dining in style at a good food country pub.

Each of the country cottages displayed is available for weekend breaks most of the time with perhaps the exclusion of school summer holidays, Christmas and New Year. Even then, it is worth checking availability because there may have been a cancellation which leaves an opportunity for a weekend break. The usual booking period for weekend breaks is after 4pm on a Friday afternoon until 10am on a Monday. Two night breaks may also be available.