UK breaks cottages tailor-made for you

Five-star luxury cottages in the UK offer excellent value for money and are very well-equipped. Cottages generally have en-suite bathrooms, TVs, fully equipped kitchens and WiFi. There are usually good-sized beds, fresh linens, towels, a breakfast service or you can prepare your own meals in a self-catering cottage. You can choose from cottages with beautiful gardens, patios, outdoor cooking areas and jacuzzis. St Ives holidays in Cornwall is the ideal seaside hideaway and you can hire a cottage right on the beachfront in this gorgeous area.

Relaxation-seekers can opt for UK holiday cottages with a hot tub for the ultimate in peace and "Me time". There are few things more soothing than lazing in a hot tub and it's the ideal bonding experience for couples or tired and stressed executives. Even busy moms love the deep, soothing relaxation of the water as they enjoy a long, warm soak in a deep water tub. There are huge selections of cottages with hot tubs all across the UK, so check out all the different options available on lastminute.com and sink into the best deep, relaxing tub you can find.

There are some top-notch UK holiday cottages with pool and poolside bars. There are both luxury and budget options that come with a pool in the UK, Scotland and further afield. There are UK cottages with private pools and shared pools and B&Bs with smaller pools to enjoy. To make the most of your pool privileges, swim in the early morning or late afternoon when you get home or make a day of lounging by the pool with a glass of wine or beer and leave the world behind you.

Cornwall, Kent, Hampshire, Sussex, Sunderland, Cumbria, Yorkshire and Carbis Bay holidays are just some of the sunny beach locations to choose from. UK cottages on the beach are definitely something special and you can hire one that overlooks the bay, harbour, sandy beach or beach restaurant. Enjoy a seafood dinner, cocktails or breakfast in a cosy cottage with the sounds of the waves washing onto the shore. It's easy to find cottages almost anywhere along UK shores and Haven Cornwall holidays are a favourite.

What could be better than having your "best friend" with you on your holidays. There are many cottage owners in the UK that welcome your dogs and are happy to have them stay in the home with you. Ask for a list of dog-friendly cottages when you book your next vacation. The most dog-friendly locations in the UK include Edinburgh, Cardiff, Brighton-an-Hove, Sheffield and probably the UK's most dog-friendly city of all- Bristol, a very popular city with dog lovers in the UK.

UK holiday cottages are plentiful and you can often get discounted rates on last minute deals. There are hundreds of charming, fully equipped cottages in the Norfolk area, whether you opt for a B&B option or want to cater for the family yourself. Cottages in Norfolk are located close to all the attractions so while you're there, don't forget to visit the Norwich Cathedral, the East Ruston Old Vicarage Garden, and the scenic Norfolk Coast Path. Try this fascinating, historic city on your next holiday.