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

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114 rental properties match your search for Short weekend breaks in the countryside
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Whitchurch, Shropshire, England
Self-catering
sleeps  16 sleeps 16
9 bedrooms 9 bedrooms
7 bathrooms 7 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly 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:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenindoor heated pooltennis courtfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £2590
Next available: 06 Nov - 4 nights
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Pet-Friendly
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Grantown-On-Spey, Highland, Scotland
Self-catering
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

5 star rated mill conversion in Speyside with fabulous country views, a secluded setting next to forest and hills and close proximity to the Speyside Way and River Spey.

5 (1 reviews)
ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £800
Next available: 04 Nov - 7 nights
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Lavenham, Suffolk, England
Self-catering
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome

Gold award winning cottage in a tranquil setting surrounded by a nature reserve, and overlooking the Mill pond where guests can go ‘wild swimming’ or taking a rowing boat out on the water, and wildlife watch in this tranquil location.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottageTVmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £827
Next available: 04 Nov - 7 nights
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Honiton, Devon, England
Self-catering
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Secluded 2 bedroom country cottage with meadow views, exposed wooden beams, character features and a lovely garden located by the Blackdown Hills in Devon with the Jurassic Coast close by, both family-friendly and dog-friendly.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 12 people)
ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £550
Next available: 26 Nov - 7 nights
Special Offer: 28 Nov - 7 nights
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Moylgrove, Pembrokeshire, Wales
Self-catering
sleeps  10 sleeps 10
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 5 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 5)
family friendly family friendly

Wonderful 3 bedroom holiday cottage with a tranquil rural secluded setting yet a location within walking distance of the seaside of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, a large private garden of almost an acre as well as swings for children, makes this an ideal cottage for families.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £700
Next available: 04 Nov - 7 nights
Special Offer: 23 Dec - 4 nights
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New Bolingbroke, Lincolnshire, England
Self-catering
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Charming, high quality one bedroomed barn conversion in an idyllic rural location with woodburning stove and pet friendly enclosed garden for those wanting a relaxing and peaceful holiday.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £399
Next available: 24 Nov - 7 nights
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Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
Self-catering
sleeps  24 sleeps 24
9 bedrooms 9 bedrooms
7 bathrooms 7 bathrooms
 6 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 6)
cat friendly cat friendly

Cotswold Manor Hall is set on the 70 acre Cotswold Manor Country Estate, just 20 minutes drive from Oxford and an hour's drive from London, this 9 bedroom holiday home is a great place for groups, large families, stag parties or hen parties and with a private hot tub is ideal for relaxing and enjoying good times together in the tranquil Cotswold countryside.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQParking
7 nights from £6000
Next available: 09 Nov - 7 nights
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Dartmouth, Devon, England
Self-catering
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets

A detached stone holiday cottage for two with a cosy woodburner, a Jacuzzi bath and a private garden with pretty views over the valley and orchard, perfect for romantic breaks and set in twenty acres of conservation valley and woodlands.

Part of a cottage complex: 4 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 11 people)
ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £600
Next available: 13 Nov - 7 nights
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Honiton, Devon, England
Self-catering
sleeps  5 sleeps 5
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Three bedroom character cottage, both family-friendly and pet-friendly, with own garden in a peaceful location by the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the Jurassic coast just a short drive away.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 12 people)
ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £550
Next available: 20 Nov - 7 nights
Special Offer: 21 Nov - 7 nights
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Balloch, Dunbartonshire, Scotland
Self-catering
sleeps  10 sleeps 10
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
 4 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 4)
family friendly family friendly

Ideal 4 bedroom escape in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, close to Balloch, pet-friendly and with an inviting private hot tub and country views.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £1750
Next available: 08 Nov - 5 nights

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Stowmarket, Suffolk, England
Self-catering
sleeps  22 sleeps 22
8 bedrooms 8 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
 3 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly 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:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £3495
Next available: 09 Nov - 4 nights
Special Offer: 18 Dec - 3 nights
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Langtoft, East Yorkshire, England
Self-catering
sleeps  15 sleeps 15
6 bedrooms 6 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
 4 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 4)
cat friendly cat friendly

Unique 6 bedroom 4 bathroom group accommodation in the Yorkshire Wolds, just 14 miles from Filey and the coast, with games room with pool table, air hockey and darts, inviting outdoor hot tub and fabulous countryside views.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £4900
Next available: 08 Nov - 5 nights
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Salcombe, Devon, England
Self-catering
sleeps  5 sleeps 5
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 4 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 4)
cat friendly cat friendly

Stylish 2 bedroom pet-friendly coastal holiday rental with sea views close to Salcombe, wake up to sea views every day on holiday in beautiful Devon.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 13 people)
countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenParking
7 nights from £699
Next available: 13 Nov - 3 nights
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Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
Self-catering
sleeps  20 sleeps 20
6 bedrooms 6 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
 6 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 6)
cat friendly cat friendly

Nestled on a Cotswold Country Estate, just 20 minutes drive from Oxford, the Cotswold Manor Grange has 6 bedrooms and with a private hot tub is a wonderfully relaxing place to stay, ideal for special celebrations, family breaks, weekend breaks, hen parties and stag parties.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £4600
Next available: 30 Nov - 4 nights
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Romantic Retreat
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Chagford, Devon, England
Self-catering
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed

Charming romantic rural retreat in Dartmoor with woodburner and stunning countryside views.

5 (1 reviews)
countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £495
Next available: 09 Nov - 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.