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

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107 rental properties match your search for Short weekend breaks in the countryside
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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 £1900
Next available: 23 Mar - 7 nights
Special Offer: 27 Mar - 3 nights
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River Bank Cottage,

Whitby, North Yorkshire, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly 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:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £550
Next available: 23 Mar - 7 nights
Special Offer: 28 Mar - 7 nights
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The Byre,

Appleby Magna, Leicestershire, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Two bedroom rural retreat with country views set on a farm in the Leicestershire countryside, all ground floor accommodation, close to Appleby Magna and the National Forest.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 16 people)
ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £755
Next available: 06 Apr - 7 nights
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Weiroch Lodge,

Grantown-On-Spey, Highland, Scotland
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.

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: 23 Mar - 4 nights
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The Stable, Old Barn Cottages,

Great Sturton, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps  5 sleeps 5
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 3 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 3)
cat friendly cat friendly

Spacious 3 bedroom pet-friendly holiday barn to rent, next to the Lincolnshire Wolds and only around 40 minutes' drive from the coast.

Part of a cottage complex: 1 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 5 people)
ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree WifigardenBBQParking
7 nights from £300
Next available: 23 Mar - 7 nights
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Barn Owl Cottage,

New Bolingbroke, Lincolnshire, England
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:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £399
Next available: 17 Jun - 4 nights
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Rafters, 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4, level enclosed garden, dog friendly,

Dartmouth, Devon, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
cat friendly cat friendly

Sleeps 4 pet-friendly rural retreat with secure private garden, just 3 miles from Slapton Sands and half an hour’s drive from Dartmoor.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 8 people)
countryside views over hillsnear beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £650
Next available: 15 May - 7 nights
Special Offer: 27 Mar - 4 nights
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Cae Madog Barn,

Bont Dolgadfan, Powys, Wales
sleeps  17 sleeps 17
8 bedrooms 8 bedrooms
4 bathrooms 4 bathrooms
 4 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 4)
family friendly family friendly

Luxurious large barn conversion in mid Wales with stunning country views out to the Cambrian mountains, private heated outdoor swimming pool, sauna and games room, ideal for families and groups of friends.

5 (5 reviews)
ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
green award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomsaunaoutdoor heated poolfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £2298
Next available: 23 Mar - 7 nights
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Heads Nook Hall Cottage,

Heads Nook, Cumbria, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
wheelchair accessible 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:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
7 nights from £800
Next available: 29 Mar - 5 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.

Part of a cottage complex: 5 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 26 people)
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: 23 Mar - 4 nights
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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 fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
7 nights from £1600
Next available: 23 Mar - 7 nights
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Laburnum Lodge,

Minehead, Somerset, England
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
 2 dogs welcome  2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

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 bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomfree WifigardenParking
7 nights from £715
Next available: 23 Mar - 5 nights
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Nine Ocean Reach,

Salcombe, Devon, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 4 dogs welcome  multi-dogs (up to 4)
cat friendly cat friendly

Stylish romantic pet-friendly coastal holiday home with sea views set within the South Devon AONB, just 4 miles from Salcombe.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 13 people)
ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenParking
7 nights from £699
Next available: 30 Mar - 4 nights
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The Owlery, romantic couples' cottage,

Dartmouth, Devon, England
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: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 8 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: 23 Mar - 4 nights
Special Offer: 31 Mar - 7 nights
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Cottage 1 New Yatt Farm,

New Yatt, Oxfordshire, England
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
 1 dog welcome  1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

Experience rural bliss at this charming 2 bedroom pet-friendly stone-built rural retreat near Woodstock and just outside the Cotswolds.

Part of a cottage complex: 2 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 6 people)
countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveParking
7 nights from £1208
Next available: 23 Mar - 4 nights
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* 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.