Less than £300 holiday cottages

Search a huge selection of cheap holiday cottages and self-catering accommodation throughout the UK at Holiday Cottage Compare.
If your holiday budget is a little tighter this year, why not rent one of these holiday homes for less than £300 for seven nights? These cottages offer great value self-catering holidays across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland and are perfect for anyone travelling on a budget.
Budget self-catering holidays across the UK
Choose from coastal properties just minutes from the beach in destinations such as Cornwall and Devon, rural retreats in the Peak District or Lake District and places off-the-beaten-track like the Highlands of Scotland or Snowdonia National Park.
Cheap city breaks are also available with apartments and cottages to rent in some of the UK’s major cities including Liverpool, Bath, and Edinburgh. This accommodation is often much cheaper than staying in a hotel and feels more like a home away from home, where you can relax and enjoy spending time.
There’s no need to leave your room for cleaners and plenty more space for you to chill out!
As holiday cottages offer self-catering accommodation with fully-equipped kitchens, you can save even more by preparing your own meals.
From family holidays making sandcastles on the beach to snuggling up together in a cosy cottage for couples, there’s something at Holiday Cottage Compare for everyone.
Filter the results by “close to” to make sure your holiday cottage meets your needs. Choose from cottages near to a pub, the beach, restaurants, shops, and more.
Cheap holiday cottages for families
Spend quality time together as a family with a cheap holiday cottage break. Enjoy holidays in the UK and make amazing memories to last a lifetime.
Browse these child-friendly cottages which are perfect for families with facilities to make your holiday the best it can be.
Some cottages have games rooms and pool tables, plus other games to keep kids (and big kids) occupied. There are also cottages with enclosed gardens so children can play outside when the weather is good.
For babies and toddlers, some cottages have highchairs and cots available so you don’t need to bring your own.
If you have children, it is often more expensive to travel when they are off during the school holidays. However, there are still bargains to be had. There are holiday cottages available for under £500 during the school holidays.
Cheap large holiday cottages in the UK
Planning a large family party or group getaway? You can save even more by booking a cheap large holiday cottage which works out more cost effective when split between the people in your group.
The price per person per night when split between family and friends makes for a low-cost getaway.
A self-catering holiday cottage is a great option for a large group gathering. You’ll have all the space and privacy your group needs to have a fantastic time. Some cottages offer facilities like swimming pools or hot tubs too.
Cheap dog friendly cottages
Dogs are an important member of the family and you don’t need to leave your furry friend behind when you go on holiday. Many properties are dog-friendly so you can bring them with you.
Avoid the stress of finding someone to look after your dog, or putting them in kennels with a dog friendly holiday cottage.
Some of these cheap holiday cottages are perfect for dogs with enclosed gardens, wonderful walkies on your doorstep and dog-friendly beaches nearby so your pooch can have just as much fun as you.
Alternatively, if you have allergies or don’t want to stay in a dog friendly holiday cottage then you can filter the search results by “no pets allowed” too.
Quality holiday cottage accommodation on a budget
Although the price of these cottages is low, there’s no need to compromise on quality. There are plenty of options available with holiday cottages that are great for families, pet-friendly and no pets allowed options, and some amazing facilities like hot tubs and BBQs.
You don’t need to exceed your budget to find fantastic quality holiday homes to rent.
Cheap holiday cottages for two
Whether it’s a UK honeymoon or you just want to spend some quality time together, there are lots of holiday cottages for couples wanting a UK staycation.
You can save more money by travelling outside of the busiest periods. Avoid school holidays and not only will you save on accommodation but you’ll also avoid the crowds. You might even get the beach all to yourself!
If it’s a romantic break you’re after, have a look at the holiday cottages with a hot tub, or cosy log burner. Some of these cottages have gorgeous countryside strolls straight from the door and rustic pubs to snuggle up in afterwards.
That’s if you can bear to leave the cottage of course!
Cheap Christmas cottages
It’s never too soon to start planning for Christmas. What better way to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year than to rent a beautiful cottage in the UK?
There are lots of options for gorgeous properties to rent during the festive season and over Christmas and New Year at some fantastic prices.
Choose from a characterful Christmas cottage full of traditional features or a large property for a family party. No need to worry about finding extra chairs for the table, go away for Christmas and share the cost between you.
Embrace the cosy vibes with a roaring log fire and enjoy preparing a Christmas dinner or party buffet in a fully equipped kitchen.
Some holiday cottages will even be decorated for December to help get you into the festive spirit and add to the celebrations. Enjoy a traditional family Christmas in a home away from home and spend quality time with the people you love.
There are also cosy cottages available for couples over Christmas, for if you’d rather get away from it all and spend time together just the two of you.
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