Are you thinking about taking a luxury cottage break in 2025? Want some inspiration on the types of luxury cottage breaks in demand for the year ahead? Here at Cottage Gems, we’re here to help you discover what’s on trend.
Whether you want to escape to the country, the coast, step back in time at a historic location, get fit and indulge in some wellness, take a break with the kids, cuddle up with your partner or get the blood pumping on an adventure break away, we have an exciting arrange of luxury self-catering options for you on Cottage Gems.
Here are our list of some of the most popular types of luxury holiday cottage breaks for 2025:
- Countryside Escapes
- Coastal Retreats
- Historic Retreats
- Wellness Retreats
- Family-Friendly Breaks
- Romantic Escapes
- Adventure Breaks
Countryside Escapes
Escape to the country on a luxury cottage break and immerse yourself in stylish rustic accommodation and stunning countryside settings. Some luxury rentals feature idyllic rural charm as well as other extras to help you unwind, such as country or rural views which can be pure bliss.
Whether you want to escape to rolling hills, meadows or woodlands on a luxury cottage break, the UK has a great range of options when it comes to luxury countryside escapes. Book a holiday home with extras like a private hot tub, a gourmet kitchen, a sauna, oak beams, a roaring fireplace or a charming woodburner. Enjoy a range of outdoor pursuits on holiday, and don’t forget to visit local farm shops and artisan markets to experience regional culinary experiences.
So, Cottage Gems features a great selection of rural retreats, from luxury holiday homes in Cornwall, to retreats in the Cotswolds, Lake District, Northumberland and the Dales.
Coastal Retreats
The UK’s dramatic coastlines, from Cornwall to the Scottish Highlands, are a joy to discover on a luxury cottage break. Luxury holiday homes along Britain’s coastline are as unique as the many coastal areas of the UK. Maybe you want to rent a luxurious coastal cottage with a sea view? Or want to holiday next to a beach? Luxurious holiday homes with extras like infinity pools, private hot tubs, private boat mooring and beach access are particularly sought after.
Many coastal retreats make self-catering easy with luxurious kitchens with granite worktops and superb views. Look up local facilities too, you may be able to book a high end coastal holiday home close to a good seafood restaurant with luxury dining experiences nearby.
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Luxury Historic and Heritage Holiday Homes
If you are a history buff, you may want to book a holiday home with a sense of history. Properties like barn conversions, thatched-roof cottages and period cottages all have their own charm and historic style. Some discerning guests like to book luxury cottages with features like antique furnishings, mullioned stone fireplaces, four-poster beds, Agas, and carefully restored architectural details.
Wellness Retreats
Health and wellness remain a top priority for many holidaymakers in 2025. Whether you love to immerse yourself in yoga, healthy eating workshops, massages, alternative therapies or spa style breaks, Cottage Gems features a great selection of luxury cottages designed for rejuvenation. Relax, unwind, rejuvenate and recover your Zen when you book a luxury holiday cottage for a wellness break.
Popular options include luxury hot tub cottages, luxury retreats with steam rooms and luxury cottages with saunas.
Family Breaks
Escape with the kids to a high end holiday home in the UK. Whether you need to find a baby-friendly rental, or a holiday home with extras for teenagers or older kids such as rentals with games rooms, Cottage Gems features an exciting range of accommodation options for families.
And when it comes to location, maybe look out for options like properties near family-friendly attractions or theme parks for plenty of fun and laughter when away.
Romantic Escapes
If you are planning a loved up break away, what could be better than a couple’s holiday where you can hide away with the one you love. Popular choices for couples retreats include cosy cabins, retreats with private hot tubs, secluded retreats and rural romantic retreats.
Whether for an anniversary, a minimoon or just a chance to rekindle the passion, Cottage Gems features a superb range of romantic holiday homes to ignite your passion.
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Adventure Breaks
Or maybe you want to book an exciting luxury cottage break where you can enjoy some invigorating activities whilst away? Walking, hiking and cycling breaks are all popular options. Some of the best locations for luxury self-catering breaks in the UK, include breaks near national parks, national landscapes, hiking trails, and water sports hubs. From breaks in the Scottish Highlands, to the Peak District and Cornwall, find a great range of options on Cottage Gems.
Book the Best Luxury Escape in 2025 for you
Luxury holiday cottage breaks in the UK cater to a wide variety of tastes and preferences. Whether for you, the dream is escaping to the country, relaxing by the sea, staying in a charming historic rental, getting fit and indulging in some wellness, getting away with the kids, reconnecting with your partner or get the blood pumping on an adventure break away, we have an exciting arrange of luxury self-catering options for you on Cottage Gems.
Start planning your luxury cottage escape and book a 2025 UK break to look forward to.
