Cheap Whitsun Half Term Holiday Cottages
With spring in full bloom and the summer approaching, the Whitsun half term holiday is a great time to get away for some early sunshine on a cottage break at great locations across the UK.
Whit Week, as it's often referred to, is a popular time to get away as it normally coincides with the Spring Bank Holiday and the school half term towards the end of May.
It's a great time for a cottage, lodge or apartment break too, as the prices are well below the peak season so there is many a bargain to be found. So whether you are looking for a few nights away or a weeks holiday you will find some great value breaks in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. Search for some May Bank Holiday cottage bargains below.
Whitsun Self Catering Cottage Breaks
2 bedroom cottage, Cerne Abbas
Breaks in DorsetSouth West England
2 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £380 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage
Mick Moores Cottage, Lismore
Breaks in County WaterfordIreland South
Mick Moores Cottage self catering accommodation in Lismore, County Waterford sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Mick Moores Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Mick Moores Cottage start from £207 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mick Moores Cottage
Ahakista, Bantry
Breaks in County CorkIreland-South
Ahakista self catering accommodation in Bantry, County Cork sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Ahakista is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf . Ahakista does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ahakista start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ahakista
Sea View Cottage, Duncannon
Breaks in County WexfordIreland South
Sea View Cottage self catering accommodation in Duncannon, County Wexford sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Sea View Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Sea View Cottage start from £243 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Sea View Cottage
Willow Brook Cottage, Harleston
Breaks in NorfolkEast England
Willow Brook Cottage self catering accommodation in Harleston, Norfolk sleeps 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Willow Brook Cottage start from £280 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Willow Brook Cottage
Honeysuckle Cottage, Barnstaple
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
Honeysuckle Cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage 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 horse riding . Honeysuckle Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Honeysuckle Cottage start from £265 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Honeysuckle Cottage
1 bedroom cottage, Port Isaac
Breaks in CornwallSouth West England
1 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include horse riding . 1 bedroom cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 1 bedroom cottage start from £315 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom cottage
2 bedroom cottage, Pentewan
Breaks in CornwallSouth West England
2 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £370 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage
Caitlins Cottage, Clashmore
Breaks in County WaterfordIreland South
Caitlins Cottage self catering accommodation in Clashmore, County Waterford sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Caitlins Cottage start from £199 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Caitlins Cottage
Clifden, Connemara
Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West
Clifden self catering accommodation in Connemara, County Galway sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Clifden does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Clifden start from £269 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Clifden
Whit Week Cottage Availability
Although it's not the peak summer season cottages of all shapes and sizes sell out quickly at during the school half term and Bank Holiday weeks. Therefore as well as checking online we would also recommend calling 0844 847 1143 to find out the latest availability for cottages, apartments or lodges.
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What is there to do on a Whitsun holiday
The good news is..... LOTS. All the holiday attractions will be in full swing by the Whitsun break and so you will have your pick of fun things to do and see. You are also assured of pretty country landscape, plenty of fresh air and a warm welcome in cafes and shops across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.
The countryside and coast will provide wonderful walks through beautiful scenery during May. It's also a great time to explore the pretty British and Irish towns and villages - when they are not overrun with tourists - and there is nothing better than calling in at the local pubs, restaurants and cafes!
Check out some of the attractions and events during Whit Week:
- British and Irish Gardens
- County Shows and Fairs
- Festivals and Events
- UK Sporting and Social Events
- English Holiday Attractions
- Scottish Holiday Attractions
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