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Half-term holidays

Florence Court Rose Cottage in the gardens at Florence Court, County Fermanagh
Florence Court Rose Cottage, sleeping four and available for half-term breaks, County Fermanagh | © National Trust/Mike Henton

Look forward to the school holidays together, and make plans for a half-term getaway.

Unforgettable family holidays

Searching for shells before breakfast... Spotting deer from the garden... Playing board games in front of the fire... Stay with us for a holiday the whole family will remember. 

Every time you stay with us you help us to look after the place you’re staying in and contribute to the restoration of other special places too.

Cottages available for half-term stays

Take a look at cottages for your October break.

Cross Lane House, Somerset

Cross Lane House, on the Holnicote estate, Somerset 

A characterful house from the 1600s, surrounded by Exmoor countryside. Dog friendly. Sleeps eight.

The exterior of Newtown Cabin, Isle of Wight

Newtown Cabin, Isle of Wight 

Set in a quiet backwater on the Newtown National Nature Reserve, this rustic, cosy cabin is surrounded by coastal paths and meadows. Dog friendly. Sleeps four.

The exterior of High Lidmoor Farmhouse and the surrounding fields, Yorkshire

High Lidmoor Farmhouse, Yorkshire 

A rural farmhouse with panoramic views of the North York Moors and walks from the doorstep. Sleeps five.

The exterior of Cutmadoc, Bodmin, Cornwall

Cutmadoc, Cornwall 

A 1920's, villa-style cottage on the edge of the Lanhydrock estate, with footpaths and cycle paths all around. Sleeps six.

The Gwendra cottages (Gwendra Wartha, Gwendra Granary, Gwendra Dairy Cottage, Mowhay and Hayloft) overlooking the sea, Cornwall

Hayloft, Cornwall 

With sea views for miles and a 10-minute walk to family-friendly beaches, this cottage is in a clifftop cluster of restored farm buildings. Sleeps four.

The exterior and garden at 2 Coleton Barton, Kingswear, Devon

2 Coleton Barton, Devon 

This white-washed cottage is in the grounds of Coleton Fishacre on the Kingswear Peninsula. Dog friendly. Sleeps four.

Attingham East Lodge and the grand entrance gate to Attingham Park, Shropshire

Attingham East Lodge, Shropshire 

Part of the grand entrance gates to the mansion and parkland at Attingham Park, with the medieval town of Shrewsbury and Roman ruins nearby. Sleeps four.

The exterior of the Henfaes apartments, Pwllheli, Gwynedd

Hywyn, Gwynedd 

A bright, spacious apartment in the heart of lovely fishing village, Aberdaron, close to the sandy bay. Dog friendly. Sleeps six.

Camping offers for autumn

As the season changes, there's still time to plan a holiday in the outdoors. Enjoy the last warmer days, or the turning leaves and the crisper days of autumn - we also have campsites open through the winter.

Kids camp free* 

* Book a pitch at any of our campsites for stays 1/9/25 - 30/11/25, and kids go free. New bookings only, made from 21/08/25 and taken from 1/9/25 to 30/11/25. If stay continues after 30/11/25, nights from 01/12/25 charged at the standard rate. Offer not valid on group bookings. Offer applied automatically at checkout. Subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Standard Holidays terms and conditions apply. Image: Low Wray Campsite, Cumbria

An aerial view of Low Wray Campsite and Windermere, Cumbria

Save 20% on camping pod stays* 

*Book any camping pod for stays 1/9/25 - 30/11/25 and save 20%. New bookings only, made from 21/08/25 and taken from 1/9/25 to 30/11/25. If stay continues after 30/11/25, nights from 01/12/25 charged at the standard rate. Offer not valid on group bookings. Offer applied automatically at checkout. Subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Standard Holidays terms and conditions apply. Image: Wasdale Campsite, Cumbria

Pods at Wasdale Campsite, Cumbria

Find a place to pitch your tent, park your campervan, or try out a camping pod and wake up surrounded by nature.

Top places to camp 

From woodland pitches to sites near the beach, take a look at our best campsites and find one near you. Image: Low Wray Campsite, Cumbria

An aerial view of Low Wray Campsite from Windermere, Cumbria

Glamping and camping pods 

If you love the idea of sleeping in the great outdoors but don't want to give up all your home comforts, then a glamping holiday could be for you. Our camping accommodation includes pods, bell tents, tipis and safari tents. Image: Eskdale Campsite, Cumbria

Pods at Eskdale Campsite, Cumbria

Caravans, campervans and motorhomes 

Looking for a caravan site in the UK to bring your own home on wheels? Touring caravans and motorhomes are welcome at many of our campsites. Bring boots, bikes and surfboards and set out for an adventure, or just put your feet up and take in the views. Image: Castle Ward Caravan Park, County Down

An aerial view of Castle Ward Caravan Park and Strangford Lough, County Down

Breaks in nature

Nature and wildlife breaks 

Some holidays offer quiet and connection, beneath the trees or on the moors in a remote spot. Others are close to boat trips for exciting wildlife-spotting opportunities. Many have trails and habitats to explore. Image: St Mark's Bothy, Dorset

An aerial view of St Mark's Bothy, Brownsea Island, Dorset

Woodland breaks and forest holidays 

A woodland holiday is a great way to reconnect with nature. Image: Warcleave Cottage, Devon - This secluded cottage has a balcony overlooking the treetops, and has the River Teign flowing at the bottom of the garden. Sleeps four.

The dining table and chairs for two on the balcony at Warcleave Cottage, Devon

Remote and off-grid cottages 

Choose from quiet cottages with coastal views to out-of-the-way farmhouses in rolling countryside. Image: High Lidmoor Farmhouse, Yorkshire - This rural farmhouse has views of the North York Moors and walks from the doorstep. Sleeps five.

The exterior of High Lidmoor Farmhouse and the surrounding fields, Yorkshire

Featured searches

With more than 500 cottages to choose from, find a perfect spot for you.

Rare chance to book* 

*Find a rare spot of availability at one of our most popular holiday cottages. Offer valid 06/06/24 – 28/02/25 for stays taken 06/06/24 - 28/02/25. Offer valid on a selection of cottages only. Cottages may be added to or removed from offer. Subject to availability. Cannot be used with any other offer. Where more than one offer is available, the one that offers the greatest discount will apply. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Standard Holidays terms and conditions apply. Image: Boscastle Elm Cottage, Cornwall

The exterior of Boscastle Elm Cottage, Cornwall

By a National Trust attraction 

Stay near a great place to visit and enjoy free entry during your stay. Image: Florence Rose Cottage, County Fermanagh

Florence Court Rose Cottage in the gardens at Florence Court, County Fermanagh

Coastal cottages 

Stay near the coast for fresh air, walks and wildlife spotting. Image: Seaview, Dorset

The veranda at Seaview, Dorset

Barns and stables 

From modern structures to wonky buildings, all our converted barns and stables have walks from the doorstep and places to relax at the end of a day exploring. Image: Hop Kiln Cart Barn, Herefordshire

The exterior of Hop Kiln Cart Barn, Herefordshire

Need some inspiration?

Large holiday cottages and group getaways 

For families and friends holidaying together, we have big cottages across England, Wales and Northern Ireland and groups of smaller cottages next door or nearby. Image: Millbeck Towers, Cumbria

An aerial view of the front of Millbeck Towers, with Skiddaw in the background, Cumbria

City breaks 

If you're looking for a city break, to explore new streets, places to visit and events, as well as great places to eat and drink, book a stay in a National Trust apartment or cottage in Durham, York or near Manchester. Image: 20 Ogleforth, Yorkshire

The dining area at 20 Ogleforth, Yorkshire

Family-friendly holiday cottages 

From fun-filled summer escapes to relaxing and cosy winter breaks, there's plenty of places to enjoy a family holiday in the UK with us. Play hide-and-seek in the woods, surf the waves on a seaside adventure and explore cycle and walking trails close to your cottage. Image: Elbow Cottage, Cornwall

The exterior of Elbow Cottage, Cornwall

Family-friendly places to visit 

Looking for a family day out that'll keep everyone entertained? Find things to do with the kids at the places we care for near you.

Visitors exploring the garden at Wentworth Castle, South Yorkshire
Rhossili and South Gower Coast, Wales

Start planning your half-term break

Whether it's just for the weekend, a mid-week break or the full school holiday week, you're guaranteed an unforgettable break when you spend your half-term holiday with us.