Holiday Cottages & Self Catering

Discover the fantastic wealth of self-catering cottages across the South East, providing an ideal choice for those who prefer complete independence and flexibility.  With the choice to eat in or eat out, stay at home or go out,  explore local or head further afield, a holiday cottage offers a home-from-home experience in a different setting. Often a great option for those on a budget, they are also ideal for families, couples and extended family groups.

Whether your looking for quality holiday cottage in the South East countryside, a self-catering lodge with seaviews or something a little different in the heart of a city or town, choosing to opt for self-catering can be a great option with many welcoming dogs too. So next time you're planning a short break and looking for a self-catering getaway to the south East of England, delve though our featured list, use the interactive map function or scroll to the bottom to find lots of options for your stay.

Best holiday cottages in South East England

• Little House at The Feathered Nest Inn, Nether Westcote, Oxfordshire
  Dog-friendly cottage that sits in the grounds of the inn, with Cotswold walks on the doorstep
• Tapnell Farm Cottages, Tapnell Farm, Isle of Wight
  With stunning views over the Tennyson Downs, Tapnell Farm have four cottages welcoming between 4 & 24 guests and one on their sister site East Afton Farm.
• Heath Farm Cottages, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
  Five award-winning luxury self-catering holiday cottages, set in a 70 acre woodland farm, that sleep up to 4.
• Charney Manor, Wantage, Oxfordshire
  The beautiful Gillett's cottage with private patio in the grounds of Charney Manor, a perfect retreat for rest and relaxation, with space for up to 8. 
• Classic Cottages, East Sussex
  Home from home cottages, across East Sussex including Brighton, Lewes and Battle. 
• Greyfriars Hideaway, Oxford, Oxfordshire
  Two historic luxury self catering properties set in a private and secure location just metres from the Westgate Centre.
• Sykes Holiday Cottages, South East England
  Self-catering accommodation in the areas of Sussex, Kent, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight
• Manor Farm Courtyard Cottages, Newbury, Berkshire
  Four rather different light, bright, 'cottages' in 18th Century stableblock conversion
• White Lion Farm Cottage, Lewes, East Sussex
  One bedroom cottage in a tiny hamlet with a handful of houses and farms, yet located within easy reach of Lewes 
• Island Cottage Holidays, Isle of Wight 
  With cottages in some of the Isle of Wight’s most popular destinations, including Ryde, Ventnor and Freshwater Bay.
• Nutley Edge Cottages, Ashdown Forest, East Sussex
  With twelve self-catering cottages set in 11 acres of countryside on the edge of Ashdown Forest, your sure to find one that suits your size and budget for your next stay in East Sussex.
• The Garth Guest Suite, Surrey
  A beautiful studio cottage surrounded by the Garth Pleasure Grounds in Lingfield, where you can wander along captivating story trails and discover the wonders of wildlife.
• Lower Bassibones Farm, Buckinghamshire
  A self-contained barn in secluded location in the Chiltern Hills, with beamed living area welcoming between 2-4 guests.
• Rocklands Apartments, Hastings, East Sussex
  One and two bedroom apartments set up high on the East Hill, close to Hastings Country Park, Rye and Bexhill-on-sea.
• Little Barn, Newells Farm, Horsham, West Sussex
  Home to three self-catering cottages/converted barns, the largest of which sleeps 6, situated on a 650 acre arable farm.

Find many more using the listings and map below and remember to visit our award-winning destination page for other ideas and suggestions.