October Cottage Breaks
With its array of Autumnal colours, October is a wonderful almost magical time to explore the British countryside or coastline. Whether you like to explore villages and towns or take to the countryside October is the perfect time to go on a self catering cottage break or holiday in the UK or Ireland.

Although in October the nights are starting to draw in and the air is certainly cooler, the weather often tends to be dry with blue skies... giving you crisp bright days for walking and exploring.
With chilly evenings in prospect a self catering cottage is the perfect choice for an October break, giving you somewhere nice and warm to relax in at the end of your day. What's more you can choose cottages with a log open fire to cuddle up in front of or how about a cottage with a hot tub to chill out in each evening?
Of course 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.
A holiday cottage break in October is also kinder on your wallet, as accommodation prices are much cheaper than in the peak season. You will also find many of the popular cottages that are solidly booked throughout the main summer are available in October so you can have your pick of the best.
Check out some great Cheap October deals across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland below.
Start your October Self Catering Break search

Kilkieran, Galway Bay
Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West
Kilkieran self catering accommodation in Galway Bay, County Galway sleeps 3. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Kilkieran is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Kilkieran does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Kilkieran start from £217 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kilkieran

The Hoot, Salcombe
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
The Hoot self catering accommodation in Salcombe, Devon sleeps 6. This Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Swimming Pool . The Hoot is close to the beach. Prices at The Hoot start from £525 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. See selected The Hoot customer reviews/feedback by clicking More Info button. ... more about The Hoot

Glencolumbkille, Donegal Bay
Breaks in County DonegalIreland-North
Glencolumbkille self catering accommodation in Donegal Bay, County Donegal sleeps 34. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Glencolumbkille is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Glencolumbkille does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Glencolumbkille start from £1041 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Glencolumbkille

Mulberry Cottage, Cwmdu
Breaks in CarmarthenshireSouth Wales
Mulberry Cottage self catering accommodation in Cwmdu, Carmarthenshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Mulberry Cottage start from £274 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Mulberry Cottage

The Cottage, Dartmouth
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
The Cottage self catering accommodation in Dartmouth, Devon sleeps 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Open Fire/woodburner . Prices at The Cottage start from £414 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Cottage

Albion Cottage, Tresparrett
Breaks in CornwallSouth West England
Albion Cottage self catering accommodation in Tresparrett, Cornwall sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Albion Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Albion Cottage start from £319 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Albion Cottage

Ahakista, Bantry
Breaks in County CorkIreland-South
Ahakista self catering accommodation in Bantry, County Cork sleeps 8. This 4 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . It also has Internet access. Ahakista is close to the beach. Activities close by include golf fishing . Ahakista does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Ahakista start from £248 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ahakista

Kilkieran, Connemara
Breaks in County GalwayIreland-West
Kilkieran self catering accommodation in Connemara, County Galway sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Kilkieran is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Kilkieran start from £354 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Kilkieran

Long Cover, Kyre
Breaks in HerefordshireWest England
Long Cover self catering accommodation in Kyre, Herefordshire sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Long Cover does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Long Cover start from £397 for a short break but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Long Cover

Ballinalack, Lough Lene
Breaks in County WestmeathIreland-East
Ballinalack self catering accommodation in Lough Lene, County Westmeath sleeps 3. This 1 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 Ballinalack start from £135 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ballinalack
Special offers and Last Minute Deals for the October
If you want to get away this October 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 October 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.
October Holiday Favourites
If you are not sure whether to start your October 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 9960 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 October?
Whether you are heading away for a October weekend break, short break or holiday there are still lots of things to do and see, whatever the weather.
Traditionally October 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 October.
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