If you’re counting down the days until the schools break up and a family holiday is yet to be booked, don’t panic! We’ve some great last minute holiday deals on coastal and country cottages across England.
To whet your appetite, here are 15 fantastic places to soak up the sun during the school summer holidays. Featuring pools to chill out in, decks for alfresco feasts and wonderful walks nearby. Enjoy!
1 Swallow’s Roost, Cornwall
Swallow’s Roost, sleeps 6, near Liskeard, Cornwall
Our lovingly restored spacious barn is situated in the Looe Valley AONB renowned for its peace and tranquillity. The perfect base for exploring South East Cornwall, enjoy the warmer days and sunshine with a walk along the coastal footpath or the golden sands at Looe.
Price: From £20pppn* during summer. Sleeps 6. Minimum stay 3 nights.
Read more here: Swallow’s Roost, near Liskeard, South East Cornwall.
2 Killigorrick Farmhouse, Cornwall
Killigorrick Farmhouse, sleeps 6, near Liskeard, Cornwall
Our spacious pooch-friendly farmhouse looks out over miles of rural views. It’s close to the hot spots of Looe and Polperro, miles of coastal footpaths and acres of natural moorland. Whether you’re a seasoned walker or a beach lover, it’s a homely base for a family getaway.
Price: From £23pppn* during summer. Sleeps 6. Minimum stay 3 nights.
Read more here: Killigorrick Farmhouse, near Liskeard, South East Cornwall.
3 Acorn Cottage, Devon
Acorn Cottage, sleeps 2+2, near Honiton, Devon
Seriously indulge at this unique retreat, set on a PYO farm with award winning tea room and farm shop. Delight in the unheated pool and orchard, potter in 15 sprawling acres and say ‘hi’ to the pigs! It’s a total charmer in an exciting corner of Devon with the Jurassic Coast nearby.
Price: £24pppn during summer. Sleeps 2+2. Minimum stay 7 nights.
Read more here: Acorn Cottage, near Honiton, East Devon.
4 Shelduck Lodge, Cotswold Lakes
Shelduck Lodge, sleeps 4+2, Cotswold Water Park
With a deck extending down to the water’s edge, and sweeping views of the crystal clear waters, our lake house is the perfect summertime hideaway. Guests at dog-friendly Shelduck Lodge can enjoy all the on-site watersports, activities as well as great eateries.
Price: From £24pppn* during summer. Sleeps 4+2. Minimum stay 3 nights.
Read more here: Shelduck Lodge, Spring Lake, Cotswold Water Park, Cotswolds.
5 Cast Away, Cotswold Lakes
Cast Away, sleeps 6, Cotswold Water Park
At Cast Away there’s plenty to enjoy all that the outside space has to offer. Barbecues on the deck, fishing on the lake, plus all manner of free facilities including tennis courts and games rooms. Or you might just want to gaze at the lapping water and drink in lakeside life.
Price: £24pppn during summer. Sleeps 6. Minimum stay 7 nights.
Read more here: Cast Away, Isis Lake, Cotswold Water Park.
6 The Oaks, Shropshire
The Oaks, sleeps 10, near Church Stretton, Shropshire
Nestled in expansive gardens with two sunny patios, fire bowl and barbecue, you’re spoilt for choice of what to get up to on balmy summer evenings in this stunning country retreat. Stunning views over the Shropshire Hills AONB and fantastic walks from the gate onto The National Trust’s Long Mynd Estate are a great draw.
Price: From £27pppn* including 18% discount between July 3-15 2017. Sleeps 10. Minimum stay 3 nights.
Read more here: The Oaks, near Church Stretton, Shropshire.
7 Twitchers Lodge, Cotswold Lakes
Twitchers Lodge, sleeps 6, Cotswold Water Park
Open-plan living on the lake shore. Chink glasses on the over-the-water sundeck and set the steaks to sizzle on the barbecue. A superb and safe location for family holidays, spend sunny days mastering all sorts of water sports, amongst other activities.
Price: £32pppn during summer. Sleeps 6. Minimum stay 3 nights.
Read more here: Twitchers Lodge, Spring Lake, Cotswold Water Park, Cotswolds.
8 Larkin Oast, Kent
Larkin Oast, sleeps 8, Betherden, Kent
Get together at our five star Oast House set on the farm which featured in The Darling Buds of May ITV series. Relax in the private garden, fire up a barbie on the terrace and make the most of the glorious country views. Pop would have approved!
Price: From £34pppn* during summer. Sleeps 8. Minimum stay 3 nights.
Read more here: Larkin Oast, Betherden, Kent.
9 Mews Cottage, Cornwall
Mews Cottage, sleeps 6, Bonython Estate, near Helston, Cornwall
Celebrate summer amid Bonython Estate Gardens on Cornwall’s Lizard. Our 5 star cottage has two private courtyards where you can sit back and relax in the sunshine, Conquer the beaches, coves, cliff top walks and fishing villages on this beautiful peninsula.
Price: £44pppn during summer. Sleeps 6. Minimum stay 7 nights.
Read more here: Mews Cottage, Bonython Estate, near Helston, West Cornwall.
10 Looe Island View, Cornwall
Looe Island View, sleeps 10, Downderry, Cornwall
Stunning sea views, stylish interiors and access to the South West Coast Path make dog-friendly Looe Island View a great choice for a holiday that’s all about beaches. Our five star retreat is located 300m from Downderry beach and has a panoramic elevated balcony, perfect for alfresco suppers.
Price: £47pppn during summer. Sleeps 10. Minimum stay 7 nights.
Read more here: Looe Island View, Downderry, South East Cornwall.
11 Manor Farmhouse, Kent
Manor Farmhouse, sleeps 18, Milstead, Kent
Bring the generations together at this rather special holiday let. Enjoy all that it has to offer; expansive gardens, fantastic private patios to soak up the sun and an outdoor swimming pool are just the beginning! Off site, it’s the perfect blend of city, coast and countryside.
Price: £51pppn during summer. Sleeps 18. Minimum stay 7 nights.
Read more here: Manor Farmhouse, Milstead, Kent.
12 St Corantyn Cottage, Cornwall
St Corantyn Cottage, sleeps 4, Bonython Estate, near Helston, Cornwall
Our single storey 5 star cottage comes with twenty acres of beautiful Bonython Estate Gardens for you to explore to your heart’s content. Cool and relaxed in summer, dine alfresco on the private courtyard and garden and enjoy the magic of The Lizard Peninsula.
Price: £53pppn during summer. Sleeps 4. Minimum stay 7 nights.
Read more here: St Corantyn Cottage, Bonython Estate, near Helston, West Cornwall.
13 Tawstock Castle, Devon
Tawstock Castle, sleeps 9, near Barnstaple, Devon
For a very special holiday steeped in history, try this enchanting 18th-century castle, close to North Devon’s sandy beaches. With its fairytale turrets and yawning acreage of perfect parkland, this tranquil hideaway deep within the Devon dream has real wow factor.
Price: £53.50pppn during summer. Sleeps 8. Minimum stay 7 nights.
Read more here: Tawstock Castle, Tawstock, near Barnstaple, North Devon.
14 Henfield Barn, South Gloucestershire
Henfield Barn, sleeps 15, Henfield, South Gloucestershire
This super-stylish barn conversion is great for groups to chill with a whole range of leisure facilities. Dip in the indoor pool and hot tub and fire up a barbie in the Reindeer Hut while the sauna and steam room beckon! With luxuries on tap, it’s one for ‘splashing out’ on.
Price: From £57pppn* during summer. Sleeps 15. Minimum stay 3 nights.
Read more here: Henfield Barn, Henfield, South Gloucestershire.
15 Weavers Loft, Norfolk
Weavers Loft, sleeps 2, Erpingham, Norfolk
Open plan loft living in pure rural bliss. Aptly named, it’s a hop, skip and a jump to the Weavers’ Way footpath, and the ultimate luxury base for exploring North Norfolk’s beautiful coastline, the tranquil Broads and the fine cathedral city of Norwich too.
Price: From £63pppn* during summer. Sleeps 2. Minimum stay 2 nights.
Read more here: Weavers Loft, Erpingham, Norfolk.
If you would like more information about our summer availability, please visit our website or give our team of holiday advisors a call on 01275 217575. We’re here 7 days a week to help you choose your perfect last minute summer holiday.
* These last minute holiday deals are based on a 7 night booking. Prices are rounded up or down to the nearest pound.
Published on Wednesday 21st June 2017 by Staycation Holidays
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