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

Cobh, Cork Harbour
Autumn Breaks in County CorkIreland-South
Cobh self catering accommodation in Cork Harbour, County Cork sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Cobh is close to the beach. Prices at Cobh start from £260 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cobh

Waterville, Ring of Kerry
Autumn Breaks in County KerryIreland-South
Waterville self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Waterville is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Waterville does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Waterville start from £677 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Waterville

Waterville, Ring of Kerry
Autumn Breaks in County KerryIreland-South
Waterville self catering accommodation in Ring of Kerry, County Kerry sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Bungalow is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Waterville is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Waterville does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Waterville start from £321 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Waterville

The Bothy, West Bilney
Autumn Breaks in NorfolkEast England
The Bothy self catering accommodation in West Bilney, Norfolk sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at The Bothy start from £274 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Bothy

Woodland Cottage, Romansleigh
Autumn Breaks in DevonSouth West England
Woodland Cottage self catering accommodation in Romansleigh, Devon sleeps 2. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at Woodland Cottage start from £326 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Woodland Cottage

The Hen House, Navan
Autumn Breaks in County MeathIreland-East
The Hen House self catering accommodation in Navan, County Meath sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. The Hen House does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at The Hen House start from £227 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Hen House

Lakeside Cottage, Cranham
Autumn Breaks in GloucestershireSouth West England
Lakeside Cottage self catering accommodation in Cranham, Gloucestershire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at Lakeside Cottage start from £891 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Lakeside Cottage

Quay Lodge, Dartmouth
Autumn Breaks in DevonSouth West England
Quay Lodge self catering accommodation in Dartmouth, Devon sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom luxury Lodge is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . It also has Internet access. Prices at Quay Lodge start from £462 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected Quay Lodge customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about Quay Lodge

Donegal Town, Donegal Bay
Autumn Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North
Donegal Town self catering accommodation in Donegal Bay, County Donegal sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Donegal Town is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Prices at Donegal Town start from £224 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Donegal Town

Port Laoise, Slieve Bloom Mountains
Autumn Breaks in County LaoisIreland-East
Port Laoise self catering accommodation in Slieve Bloom Mountains, County Laois sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Activities close by include golf . Port Laoise does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Port Laoise start from £209 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Port Laoise
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 9963 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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