Last Minute Breaks in the South West

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    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • Pet FriendlyYes
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    Bedford Cottage is a charming holiday cottage in Bere Alston, Devon, featuring a woodburning stove, enclosed garden, WiFi and nearby amenities Tavistock 6 miles; Plymouth 12 miles. (Ref. 1198809)

    • Pets go free
    • Wi-fi
    • Washing machine
    • 5% off - Mon 19th Oct to 31st Oct 2026

    7 nights from From £416

    • Sleeps3
    • Bedrooms1
    • Pet FriendlyYes

      4.7★

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    This fabulous, Grade II listed home rests in Chaddlehanger near Tavistock, Devon. (Ref. 1135487)

    • Pets go free
    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    7 nights from From £356

    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • Pet FriendlyYes

      4.7★

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    This charming three-storey cottage lies in the quayside village of Appledore, Devon. (Ref. 1071891)

    • Pets go free
    • Wi-fi
    • Dishwasher
    • Baby-friendly
    • Sky TV

    7 nights from From £608

    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • Pet FriendlyNo

      4.7★

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    High View Barn is a delightful, barn conversion farm stay near Launceston, Cornwall, featuring stunning views, open-plan living, games and fitness room in rural surroundings, and ample off-road parking. (Ref. 1205119)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    • Baby-friendly

    7 nights from From £776

    • Sleeps7
    • Bedrooms3
    • Pet FriendlyNo
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    Halsdon Avenue is a delightful house in Exmouth, Devon, boasting estuary views, driveway parking, EV charging, a pergola, electric fire, and table tennis. (Ref. 1204743)

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    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

    7 nights from From £835

    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • Pet FriendlyYes

      5.0★

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    The Milk Shed near Plymtree, Devon is a delightful, single-storey cottage converted from a dairy barn. (Ref. 1190771)

    • Pets go free
    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
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    7 nights from From £417

    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • Pet FriendlyNo

      4.5★

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    3 Heath Park is a welcoming, single-storey house resting near a beach in Brixham, Devon, featuring off-road parking, a private garden, and a conservatory. (Ref. 1206011)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    7 nights from From £471

    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • Pet FriendlyNo
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    2bed sleeps4 pool freeparking Trenythonestate is a delightful apartment near Par, Cornwall, boasting estate leisure facilities, a swimming pool, and private garden space. (Ref. 1208311)

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    • Baby-friendly

    7 nights from From £843

    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
    • Pet FriendlyYes

      5.0★

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    Reddaway Threshing Barn, a charming cottage near Okehampton, Devon, boasts partial ground-floor living and a garden with a wood-fired hot tub and fire pit. (Ref. 1170811)

    • Pets go free
    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
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    • 5% off - Sun 1st Nov to 15th Nov 2026

    7 nights from From £1150

    • Sleeps2
    • Bedrooms1
    • Pet FriendlyYes

      5.0★

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    Alongside is a simply beautiful character cottage nestled into the riverside village of Lympstone, Devon, pet-friendly near shops, pubs, river, and walks. (Ref. 1206766)

    • Pets go free
    • Wi-fi
    • Dishwasher
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    7 nights from From £556

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For the perfect blend of charming towns and villages, vast open countryside, AONB’s, and breath-taking coastline, look no further than the South West. To experience this popular corner of England, choose from our choice of last-minute holidays in the South West.

Why Last-Minute Holidays in South West England

A stay in a last-minute cottage in the South West provides the perfect opportunity to explore some of the most beautiful regions.

Will you escape to Cornwall? Renowned for its rugged clifftops, quaint fishing villages, and world-renowned beaches, where the sands are golden and there are watersports opportunities aplenty. Make sure you don’t miss out on any of the coast, with a walk along the renowned South West Coast Path.

Devon is a fantastic escape for all, as well as being known as a playground for explorers. Echoing Cornwall with its equally stunning coastline with sprawling beaches, as well as its own unique touches of The English Riviera, and the explorers haven of Dartmoor National Park.

Or perhaps you’d prefer a trip to Dorset, where you can venture into the Dorset AONB and go fossil hunting along the Jurassic Coast.

The outdoor and beach action doesn’t stop in Somerset, where you’ll find National Trust sites, waterside towns and villages, and historic cities. Along with Hampshire, where you can soak up the rich maritime history, views from its chalk cliffs, and enjoy the wildlife rich wonders of the New Forest.

Places to Visit During Last-Minute Holidays in the South West

You will be spoilt for which region to visit first during your last-minute break in the South West.

Take a trip to Cornwall, where in the North, you will find the charming towns and villages of Boscastle, Bude, Tintagel, Port Isaac, and Newquay. All of which offer beautiful beaches and fantastic watersports opportunities. Whilst in the South you can enjoy the popular locations of St Ives, Porthcurno, and Praa Sands.

Or enjoy some time in Devon, where you can explore the sought-after after destinations of Plymouth, Salcombe, Dartmouth, Torquay, and the bustling city of Exeter. Visit the impressive Exeter Cathedral, shop till you drop in the city centre, or dine at the wealth of restaurants on offer.

Experience the best of Dorset with a trip to the waterside towns and villages of Weymouth, which boasts a variety of family-friendly attractions, the awe-inspiring Lulworth Cove, Swanage, Poole, and Bournemouth.

Venture further to Somerset, where you can truly get out in the great outdoors in the Exmoor National Park, Quantock Hills, and Mendip Hills AONB. Be sure to visit the historic town of Bath, where you can visit the Roman Baths and relax in the Thermae Spa.

Types of Last-Minute Cottages South West

If you’re looking for a short break holiday to the South West with that special extra something, check out our range of cottages with a hot tub, cottages with a swimming pool, and luxury cottages.

Planning on bringing your pooch? We’ve got you covered with our collection of dog-friendly cottages and pets go free cottages. Or if you’re looking to get a discount, keep an eye on our pet-friendly special offers!

Begin your last-minute holiday to the South West with Helpful Holidays today!