Holiday Cottages

Special offers and late availability

English Heritage holiday cottages have stunning contemporary interiors and are just a stone's throw from amazing historic castles, country houses and abbeys. From Cornwall to the Isle of Wight, the Kent coastline to the Northamptonshire countryside, a stay at an English Heritage holiday cottage lets you discover, explore and experience history on your doorstep.

Browse our holiday cottages and book your stay in history.

Late availability offer

A view of The Bowling Green Apartment holiday cottage through a stone archway at Carisbrooke Castle.

Looking for a last minute break?

Don't miss our extended 20% discount on last minute stays.

Book a stay at an English Heritage holiday cottage starting within the next 21 days and get 20% off when you book online using the code LATESTAY20

Standard terms and conditions apply*

*The offer applies to new bookings only commencing within 21 days. Offer valid between 19/01/26 – 30/04/26

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A view of the holiday cottage at Dover Castle surrounded by greenery on a sunny day.

20% off your May Getaway

Take 20% off May stays* at our historic cottages and enjoy the beauty of spring in some of England’s most remarkable settings.

From the sweeping grounds and award-winning gardens of Head Gardener’s House at Audley End, to the mighty setting of Sergeant Major’s House at Dover Castle, the tranquil parkland and roaming peacocks of Peacock Cottage at Kirby Hall, and the dramatic coastal backdrop of Callie’s Cottage at Pendennis - each offers a unique escape.

Simply use the code MAYESC20 when booking.

Availability is limited, so early booking is recommended.

*Offer applies to new bookings only and is restricted to the four featured holiday cottages. Offer valid between 01/05/26 – 01/06/26.

Getting married at an English Heritage Property?

Thinking of holding your wedding at Osborne, St Mawes or Wrest Park?
When you book your wedding at these sites, speak to a member of our Venue Hire team to discuss discount stays at our holiday cottages that are conveniently located on site, ready for your wedding the following day hospitality@english-heritage.org.uk

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