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
Carrick-On-Shannon, Lough Key
Breaks in County LeitrimIreland-West
Carrick-On-Shannon self catering accommodation in Lough Key, County Leitrim sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Carrick-On-Shannon does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Carrick-On-Shannon start from £146 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Carrick-On-Shannon
Ballyferriter, Dingle Peninsula
Breaks in County KerryIreland-South
Ballyferriter self catering accommodation in Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Ballyferriter is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Ballyferriter start from £238 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballyferriter
The Abandoned Cottage, Prixford
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
The Abandoned Cottage self catering accommodation in Prixford, Devon sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Abandoned Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Abandoned Cottage start from £408 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Abandoned Cottage
2 bedroom cottage, Appledore
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
2 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 3. This 2 bedroom cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. 2 bedroom cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £290 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage
Ballitore, Old Grange
Breaks in County KildareIreland-East
Ballitore self catering accommodation in Old Grange, County Kildare sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Ballitore does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ballitore start from £201 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballitore
Dairy Cottage, Masham
Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England
Dairy Cottage self catering accommodation in Masham, North Yorkshire sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Dairy Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Dairy Cottage start from £380 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Dairy Cottage
1 bedroom cottage, Bradworthy
Breaks in DevonSouth 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 . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include fishing . 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 £290 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom cottage
Laragh, Glendalough
Breaks in County WicklowIreland-East
Laragh self catering accommodation in Glendalough, County Wicklow sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf . Prices at Laragh start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Laragh
2 bedroom cottage, Woolacombe
Breaks in DevonSouth 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: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £325 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 2 bedroom cottage
Moor Cottage, Rathmullan
Breaks in County DonegalIreland North
Moor Cottage self catering accommodation in Rathmullan, County Donegal sleeps 10. This 4 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Moor Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Moor Cottage start from £265 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Moor Cottage
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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