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

Hot tub with views at Churchill House, Dorset

Countryside views at Churchill House, Dorset

Family bathroom at Churchill House, Dorset

Kitchen/diner at Churchill House, Dorset

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Churchill House,

Minterne Magna, Dorset, England

sleeps 17

8 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 4)

family friendly

Elegant 8 bedroom stone-built manor house with private outdoor hot tub, set in stunning countryside with gorgeous views over fields and farmlands near Dorchester, and sleeping 16.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £3100

Next available: 07 Nov - 6 nights

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Coastal scenes near Seven Ocean Reach, Devon

Enclosed garden at Seven Ocean Reach, Devon

Seven Ocean Reach, Devon, from the outside

Garden furniture at Seven Ocean Reach, Devon

Open plan living area at Seven Ocean Reach, Devon

Well equipped kitchen at Seven Ocean Reach, Devon

Family bathroom at Seven Ocean Reach, Devon

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Seven Ocean Reach,

Salcombe, Devon, England

sleeps 5

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 4)

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

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7 nights from £699

Next available: 02 Oct - 3 nights

Special Offer: 28 Sep - 4 nights

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Main House at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Super king-size bedroom at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Farmhouse style kitchen at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Family bathroom at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Shower room at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Private Hot Tub at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Games Room at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Children's bedroom at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Cinema room at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Family-Friendly

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Borland Farmhouse,

Cumnock, Ayrshire, Scotland

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Luxury 4 bedroom holiday farmhouse near Cumnock and Ayr in Scotland, featuring stunning countryside views, a games room with a pool table and a private outdoor hot tub, ideal for groups of friends and family.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £2200

Next available: 22 Sep - 3 nights

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Countryside views at Suran Y Coed, Powys

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Suran Y Coed,

Knighton, Powys, Wales

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

High quality 2 bedroom wooden holiday lodge with its own private hot tub and beautiful valley setting by hills and woodlands, ideal for a relaxing rural retreat break (set on a farm with fishing ponds on site).

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £420

Next available: 20 Sep - 5 nights

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Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire, from the outside

Garden at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

Patio area at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

Open plan living area at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

Well equipped kitchen at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

Shower room at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

Loo at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

Lounge at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

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Countryside views at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

Romantic Retreat

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Rhydd Holiday Barn,

Malvern, Worcestershire, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

2 bathrooms

No pets

4 star Gold Award winning barn conversion near Malvern with stunning views out to the Malvern Hills.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £430

Next available: 19 Sep - 7 nights

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Lounge at Lammerlaw Self Catering, Lanarkshire

Kitchen/diner at Lammerlaw Self Catering, Lanarkshire

Bedroom at Lammerlaw Self Catering, Lanarkshire

Shower room at Lammerlaw Self Catering, Lanarkshire

Enclosed garden at Lammerlaw Self Catering, Lanarkshire

Children’s play area at Lammerlaw Self Catering, Lanarkshire

Countryside near Lammerlaw Self Catering, Lanarkshire

Countryside views at Lammerlaw Self Catering, Lanarkshire

Good cycling routes near Lammerlaw Self Catering, Lanarkshire

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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

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7 nights from £700

Next available: 02 Oct - 7 nights

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Enclosed garden at Rosehaven, Herefordshire

Kitchen/diner at Rosehaven, Herefordshire

King-size bedroom at Rosehaven, Herefordshire

Ensuite shower room at Rosehaven, Herefordshire

Family bathroom at Rosehaven, Herefordshire

Twin bedroom at Rosehaven, Herefordshire

Super king-size bedroom at Rosehaven, Herefordshire

Ensuite bathroom at Rosehaven, Herefordshire

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Rosehaven,

Pudleston, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 12

6 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Luxurious 6 bedroom 6 bathroom welcoming dog-friendly barn conversion set on a country estate in Herefordshire, complete with private indoor swimming pool, and access to children’s play area and good walks on site.

Part of a cottage complex: 4 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 34 people)

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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7 nights from £7231

Next available: 21 Sep - 3 nights

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Private Hot Tub at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire, from the outside

Lounge at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

Dining room at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

Bedroom at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

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Kitchen/diner at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

Outdoor games area at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

Patio area at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

Hallway at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

Countryside views at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

Countryside near Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

Lake view at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

Surrounding area near Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5, Dunbartonshire

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Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5,

Balloch, Dunbartonshire, Scotland

sleeps 10

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 4)

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)

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7 nights from £1750

Next available: 20 Sep - 7 nights

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Snipe,

Beccles, Suffolk, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

5 Star rated rural holiday barn, just outside the Norfolk Broads, with access to excellent shared leisure facilities including a hot tub, a games room, a gym, a children’s play area.

Part of a cottage complex: 5 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 26 people)

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £920

Next available: 19 Sep - 7 nights

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Garden at Lingcombe Barn in Dartmoor, Devon

Enclosed garden at Lingcombe Barn in Dartmoor, Devon

Luxurious interior at Lingcombe Barn in Dartmoor, Devon

Dining area at Lingcombe Barn in Dartmoor, Devon

Kitchen/diner at Lingcombe Barn in Dartmoor, Devon

Bathroom with shower over bath at Lingcombe Barn in Dartmoor, Devon

Bedroom at Lingcombe Barn in Dartmoor, Devon

Good walks near Lingcombe Barn in Dartmoor, Devon

Romantic Retreat

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Lingcombe Barn in Dartmoor,

Chagford, Devon, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

Family-friendly and dog-friendly two bedroom holiday cottage with free access to the fantastic shared facilities at the Colmer Estate which include an indoor swimming pool, an outdoor pool, gym, fishing lake, tennis court, children's play area and extensive gardens.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub

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7 nights from £495

Next available: 04 Oct - 7 nights

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Laburnum Lodge, Somerset, from the outside

Countryside views at Laburnum Lodge, Somerset

Open plan living area at Laburnum Lodge, Somerset

Well equipped kitchen at Laburnum Lodge, Somerset

Family bathroom at Laburnum Lodge, Somerset

Enclosed garden at Laburnum Lodge, Somerset

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Laburnum Lodge,

Minehead, Somerset, England

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

accessible

Roomy 3 bedroom M2 rated dog-friendly holiday lodge with stunning views to Exmoor, just outside Minehead and with onsite access to children’s play area, games room and putting green.

Part of a cottage complex: 4 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 25 people)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £715

Next available: 26 Sep - 6 nights

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Private Hot Tub at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

Dining room at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

Lounge at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire, from the outside

Farmhouse style kitchen at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

Bedroom at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

Games Room at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

Shower room at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

Conservatory at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

Countryside near The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

Lake view at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

Drawing room at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

Outdoor games area at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

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The Cotswold Manor Hall,

Oxford, Oxfordshire, England

sleeps 24

9 bedrooms

7 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 6)

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)

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7 nights from £4800

Next available: 19 Sep - 6 nights

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Patio area at Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

Lounge at Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

Bedroom at Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

Kitchen/diner at Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

Shower room at Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

Countryside views at Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

Luxurious interior at Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

Countryside near Granary Cottage, North Yorkshire

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Granary Cottage,

Pickering near Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Idyllic family-friendly and dog-friendly country cottage (all ground floor accommodation), located next to stunning Yorkshire countryside, well located for taking day trips to the North York Moors National Park and the stunning Yorkshire coastline.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £650

Next available: 23 Oct - 7 nights

Special Offer: 23 Oct - 7 nights

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Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire, from the outside

Countryside near Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

Shower room at Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

Ensuite bathroom at Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

Bedroom at Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

Lounge at Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

Open plan living area at Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

Surrounding area near Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

BBQ at Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

Patio area at Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

Kitchen/diner at Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

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Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!,

Checkley, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

Stylish romantic pet-friendly barn conversion midway between the Wye Valley and Malvern Hills AONBs, luxurious throughout and with superb country views, relax and unwind at this stunning couple’s holiday home.

5 (2 reviews)

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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7 nights from £682

Next available: 29 Oct - 7 nights

Special Offer: 18 Sep - 2 nights

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Outdoor swimming pool at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Main House at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Lounge at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Surrounding area near The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Well equipped kitchen at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Bedroom at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Family bathroom at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Outdoor games area at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Indoor swimming pool at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Patio area at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Garden at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Countryside near The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

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The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams,

Modbury, Devon, England

sleeps 5

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

No pets

family friendly

Luxurious 5 star rated 2 bedroom holiday apartment located on the Colmer Estate in Devon where the excellent shared leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, an outdoor pool, fishing lake, gym and extensive gardens.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

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7 nights from £850

Next available: 19 Sep - 6 nights

Special Offer: 18 Sep - 7 nights

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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.

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

Churchill House,

Seven Ocean Reach,

Borland Farmhouse,

Suran Y Coed,

Rhydd Holiday Barn,

Lammerlaw Self Catering,

Rosehaven,

Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 5,

Snipe,

Lingcombe Barn in Dartmoor,

Laburnum Lodge,

The Cotswold Manor Hall,

Granary Cottage,

Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!,

The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams,