Last minute self-catering holidays in the UK and Ireland in holiday cottages and pine lodges. Life is often too busy to plan far in advance and if you're someone who prefers to book that holiday just before you go, when you have checked out the weather forecast, then this page of holiday cottages and pine lodges around the UK and Ireland is ideal for you.

Suggestions for last minute self-catering holidays

last minute selfcatering cottage breaks - read and compare the various self-catering holiday options and deals available now. There are advantages in booking in the hurry in that you know that everyone is well and can travel, that you definitely have the time off and surprises are generally good. Occasionally you may be able to negotiate a special deal which is always welcome. Time is precious, choose somewhere that looks attractive, check out the things that you can do and see nearby, the distance to travel and if everything suits and a particular holiday cottage especially inspires you, just go for it and enjoy.

Most of us live within a reasonable travelling distance of a national park. These are in all parts of the UK and Ireland; great expanses of natural countryside where anyone can walk or try an outdoor sport. Plenty have lakes and rivers for fishing, or you could try kayaking, hang gliding, pot holing, pony trekking or any one of a number of exciting sports. Discover outdoor activities in the countryside around the UK - all are ideal for those precious holidays and weekend breaks.
 

We all have a limited number of days off for holidays and by making the most of long weekend breaks and just taking a day off either side of a Saturday and Sunday, we can make our holidays stretch further. Self-catering cottages, apartments and lodges can be booked for short breaks of three days upwards (larger properties may be able to be rented for one or two nights only). These are scattered about England, Ireland, Wales and Scotland. Unless you don't mind flying, most people book short breaks and weekend breaks within a four hour drive of their home town otherwise the journey detracts from the holiday.

Last minute romantic breaks

Looking to woo your partner sometime soon? Spending the weekend in a charming country cottage can set the mood for that loving feeling. Don't think about it, just do it and give yourself a special time to remember.