Autumn Self Catering Cottage Breaks
Autumn across Britain and Ireland is a wonderful time for a cottage break, with the countryside full of vibrant colours, clear blue skies and crisp fresh air. Autumn, or Fall, is the season of transition from summer to winter in the UK that sees the tree leaves turn golden and the temperatures slowly begin to drop from their summer highs.

Cooler the nights may be, but Autumn is a beautiful time of year for walking and exploring the UK, whether its the countryside or the coffee shops of picturesque villages and towns. It is also a peaceful and relaxing time to visit the UK as the busy tourism of the summer has passed.
A self catering cottage is an ideal way to take an Autumn break, a perfect base for exploring during the day and somewhere nice and warm to relax and unwind in the evenings. You are not restricted to traditional cottages, check out some of the self catering options below including bungalows, chalets, lodges, log cabins, holiday flats and apartments.
The good news is that an Autumn self catering break is considerably cheaper than during the summer and so you can find some great bargains at this time of year. You will also find that many popular cottages that are booked throughout the summer season are available in the Autumn so you can have your pick of the best.
Check out some great Cheap Autumn deals across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland below.
Start your Autumn Self Catering Break search

Westport, Clew Bay
Autumn Breaks in County MayoIreland-West
Westport self catering accommodation in Clew Bay, County Mayo sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Westport start from £226 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Westport

1 Crabshell Quay, Kingsbridge
Autumn Breaks in DevonSouth West England
1 Crabshell Quay self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge, Devon sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Prices at 1 Crabshell Quay start from £497 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected 1 Crabshell Quay customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about 1 Crabshell Quay

Ballon, Slaney Valley
Autumn Breaks in County CarlowIreland-East
Ballon self catering accommodation in Slaney Valley, County Carlow sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Ballon does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ballon start from £276 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballon

Lettermullen, Connemara
Autumn Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West
Lettermullen self catering accommodation in Connemara, County Galway sleeps 4. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Lettermullen is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Lettermullen start from £234 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lettermullen

Cashel, Connemara
Autumn Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West
Cashel self catering accommodation in Connemara, County Galway sleeps 12. This 6 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf fishing . Cashel does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cashel start from £300 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cashel

Spanish Point, Atlantic Coast
Autumn Breaks in County ClareIreland-West
Spanish Point self catering accommodation in Atlantic Coast, County Clare sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Spanish Point is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Spanish Point does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Spanish Point start from £278 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Spanish Point

Banbridge, Lough Neagh
Autumn Breaks in County DownIreland-North
Banbridge self catering accommodation in Lough Neagh, County Down sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Banbridge start from £500 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Banbridge

Spring Water Barn, Helston
Autumn Breaks in CornwallSouth West England
Spring Water Barn self catering accommodation in Helston, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Spring Water Barn is close to the beach. Prices at Spring Water Barn start from £303 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Spring Water Barn

Ardmore, Youghal Bay
Autumn Breaks in County WaterfordIreland-South
Ardmore self catering accommodation in Youghal Bay, County Waterford sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Ardmore is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Ardmore does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ardmore start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ardmore

Tregonning Hill House, Ashton
Autumn Breaks in CornwallSouth West England
Tregonning Hill House self catering accommodation in Ashton, Cornwall sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Holiday Home is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Activities close by include golf . Tregonning Hill House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Tregonning Hill House start from £525 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Tregonning Hill House
Special offers and Last Minute Deals for the Autumn
If you want to get away this Autumn it doesn't have to cost the earth, whether you are looking for budget or luxury accommodation, there is some great self catering. To get some great last minute cheap Autumn deals and latest availability we recommend calling 0844 847 1143 for a selection of cottages, apartments, lodges and more.
Apartments and cottages are a great get-away at this time of year but if you are looking for a bargain then check out holiday lodges and log cabins which offer superb value for money and a great deal of luxury.
Autumn Holiday Favourites
If you are not sure whether to start your Autumn cottage and self catering search here are a few favourite cottage holiday locations, from popular counties to wonderful locations in England, Scotland and Wales, to get you started.
Holiday Cottages North Devon
Holiday Cottages North Cornwall
Holiday Cottages South Cornwall
Holiday Cottages Dorset
Holiday Cottages Somerset
Use the green menu bar below to select from all UK and Ireland counties or use the cottage search.
Refine your cottage search
We have 9962 cottages, apartments, lodges and bungalows listed which is a huge choice. So if that is feeling a little overwhelming, why not narrow down your search by county using the menu at the top of the page or use our Advanced Cottage and Self Catering Search to select specific accommodation features.
Entertainment in the Autumn?
Whether you are heading away for a Autumn weekend break, short break or holiday there are still lots of things to do and see, whatever the weather.
Traditionally Autumn is known for its Harvest Festivals and increasingly for Halloween which tends to mean you will find events in villages and towns across the UK.
To help you we have put together our Holiday Attraction finder where we have listed things to do and see including historic houses, castles, cathedrals and garden (we are assuming you can rule out the zoos and theme parks). See Holiday Attractions.
In addition check out our Sporting and Social Events, Festivals and Events, Gardens to Visit and County Show Guide for lots to do and see across the UK this Autumn.
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