October Half Term Cottage, Aparment, Holiday Flat and Lodge Breaks
The October School Half Term is a great time to get away on a family break, making the most of the last good weather days of the year before winter sets in.

The October half term is the last school break before Christmas and is a great time to get away as generally the autumnal weather can be quite kind at this time of year. Below you will find some excellent self catering accommodation for the school half term holiday ranging from cottages and holiday flats to lodges, chalets and caravans.
The self catering listed includes everything from cheap, budget friendly holidays to luxury breaks. But rest assured, all offer excellent accommodation at great locations across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.
Availability of self catering accommodation in the October half term is not so bad as you would expect during the school summer holidays but as the half term approaches you will find the choices reducing so it is worth booking early especially if you have a preferred destination..
Start your School October Half Term Holiday Self Catering search

Spiddal, Galway Bay
Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West
Spiddal self catering accommodation in Galway Bay, County Galway sleeps 6. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Spiddal is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Spiddal start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Spiddal

The Chota House, Salcombe
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
The Chota House self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 8. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Prices at The Chota House start from £822 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Chota House

The Lawns, Sheringham
Breaks in NorfolkEast England
The Lawns self catering accommodation in Sheringham, Norfolk sleeps 10. This 5 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Lawns is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Prices at The Lawns start from £1200 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Lawns

Apt 4 Charborough House, Salcombe
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
Apt 4 Charborough House self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 4. This Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Apt 4 Charborough House is close to the beach. Prices at Apt 4 Charborough House start from £390 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Apt 4 Charborough House customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Apt 4 Charborough House

Portmagee, Ring of Kerry
Breaks in County KerryIreland-South
Portmagee self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Portmagee does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Portmagee start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Portmagee

Heron Cottage, Somerford Keynes
Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England
Heron Cottage self catering accommodation in Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire sleeps 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Heron Cottage start from £750 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Heron Cottage

Hillside Cottage, Swerford
Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England
Hillside Cottage self catering accommodation in Swerford, Oxfordshire sleeps 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Hillside Cottage start from £860 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Hillside Cottage

Malt Barn, Upper Brize
Breaks in OxfordshireCentral England
Malt Barn self catering accommodation in Upper Brize, Oxfordshire sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Swimming Pool Hot Tub . It also has Internet access. Malt Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Malt Barn start from £2695 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Malt Barn

Swallow Barn, Advent
Breaks in CornwallSouth West England
Swallow Barn self catering accommodation in Advent, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . Swallow Barn does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Swallow Barn start from £283 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Swallow Barn

5 West Park, Kingsbridge
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
5 West Park self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge, Devon sleeps 4. This Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . 5 West Park is close to the beach. 5 West Park does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 5 West Park start from £329 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 5 West Park
Special offers and Last Minute Deals for the October School Half Term Holidays
If you want to get away this October school half term 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 School Half Term 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.
October School Half Term Holiday Favourites
If you are not sure whether to start your School October Half Term 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
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 over the School Half Term?
On a family half term break it's always good to have a few things planned to do and see, ideally for the different types of weather you will face. 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 October Half Term.
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