Autumn Self Catering Cottage Breaks
Autumn across Britain and Ireland is a wonderful time for a cottage break, with the countryside full of vibrant colours, clear blue skies and crisp fresh air. Autumn, or Fall, is the season of transition from summer to winter in the UK that sees the tree leaves turn golden and the temperatures slowly begin to drop from their summer highs.

Cooler the nights may be, but Autumn is a beautiful time of year for walking and exploring the UK, whether its the countryside or the coffee shops of picturesque villages and towns. It is also a peaceful and relaxing time to visit the UK as the busy tourism of the summer has passed.
A self catering cottage is an ideal way to take an Autumn break, a perfect base for exploring during the day and somewhere nice and warm to relax and unwind in the evenings. You are not restricted to traditional cottages, check out some of the self catering options below including bungalows, chalets, lodges, log cabins, holiday flats and apartments.
The good news is that an Autumn self catering break is considerably cheaper than during the summer and so you can find some great bargains at this time of year. You will also find that many popular cottages that are booked throughout the summer season are available in the Autumn so you can have your pick of the best.
Check out some great Cheap Autumn deals across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland below.
Start your Autumn Self Catering Break search

Ardmore, Youghal Bay
Autumn Breaks in County WaterfordIreland-South
Ardmore self catering accommodation in Youghal Bay, County Waterford sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Ardmore is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Ardmore does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ardmore start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ardmore

Kilcar, Donegal Bay
Autumn Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North
Kilcar self catering accommodation in Donegal Bay, County Donegal sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Kilcar is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Kilcar does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Kilcar start from £286 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kilcar

Dingle, Dingle Peninsula
Autumn Breaks in County KerryIreland-South
Dingle self catering accommodation in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Dingle start from £321 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Dingle

Dungarvan, Sunny South East Coast
Autumn Breaks in County WaterfordIreland-South
Dungarvan self catering accommodation in Sunny South East Coast, County Waterford sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf fishing . Dungarvan does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Dungarvan start from £305 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Dungarvan

Gort, The Burren
Autumn Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West
Gort self catering accommodation in The Burren, County Galway sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Gort start from £197 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Gort

Shepherds Hay, Stanton
Autumn Breaks in WorcestershireWest England
Shepherds Hay self catering accommodation in Stanton, Worcestershire sleeps 2. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include horse riding . Shepherds Hay does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Shepherds Hay start from £565 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Shepherds Hay

Kilkee, Seaside Resort
Autumn Breaks in County ClareIreland-West
Kilkee self catering accommodation in Seaside Resort, County Clare sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Kilkee is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Kilkee start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kilkee

Culdaff, Inishowen Peninsula
Autumn Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North
Culdaff self catering accommodation in Inishowen Peninsula, County Donegal sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Culdaff is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Culdaff does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Culdaff start from £261 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Culdaff

Tralee, Dingle Peninsula
Autumn Breaks in County KerryIreland-South
Tralee self catering accommodation in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Tralee does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Tralee start from £277 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tralee

Oak Tree, Leafield
Autumn Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England
Oak Tree self catering accommodation in Leafield, Oxfordshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Oak Tree start from £635 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Oak Tree
Special offers and Last Minute Deals for the Autumn
If you want to get away this Autumn it doesn't have to cost the earth, whether you are looking for budget or luxury accommodation, there is some great self catering. To get some great last minute cheap Autumn deals and latest availability we recommend calling 0844 847 1143 for a selection of cottages, apartments, lodges and more.
Apartments and cottages are a great get-away at this time of year but if you are looking for a bargain then check out holiday lodges and log cabins which offer superb value for money and a great deal of luxury.
Autumn Holiday Favourites
If you are not sure whether to start your Autumn cottage and self catering search here are a few favourite cottage holiday locations, from popular counties to wonderful locations in England, Scotland and Wales, to get you started.
Holiday Cottages North Devon
Holiday Cottages North Cornwall
Holiday Cottages South Cornwall
Holiday Cottages Dorset
Holiday Cottages Somerset
Use the green menu bar below to select from all UK and Ireland counties or use the cottage search.
Refine your cottage search
We have 9963 cottages, apartments, lodges and bungalows listed which is a huge choice. So if that is feeling a little overwhelming, why not narrow down your search by county using the menu at the top of the page or use our Advanced Cottage and Self Catering Search to select specific accommodation features.
Entertainment in the Autumn?
Whether you are heading away for a Autumn weekend break, short break or holiday there are still lots of things to do and see, whatever the weather.
Traditionally Autumn is known for its Harvest Festivals and increasingly for Halloween which tends to mean you will find events in villages and towns across the UK.
To help you we have put together our Holiday Attraction finder where we have listed things to do and see including historic houses, castles, cathedrals and garden (we are assuming you can rule out the zoos and theme parks). See Holiday Attractions.
In addition check out our Sporting and Social Events, Festivals and Events, Gardens to Visit and County Show Guide for lots to do and see across the UK this Autumn.
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