This curated selection showcases retreats with rare availability over the coming weeks. As a rolling collection, it features places that have opened unexpected dates in an otherwise full calendar – often with tempting offers or thoughtful gifts – the ideal moment to secure a short-notice stay.
Starling Spa Treehouse currently has Christmas availability (24–29 December)
Starling has just been redesigned with a private spa deck, including a hot tub, sauna, and cold shower. This new space is exclusively for Starling guests, and has been created for quiet, uninterrupted downtime.
Spend Christmas or New Year at Well Furlong Shepherds Retreat and find Chilled Champagne waiting for you on arrival.
A unique luxury retreat in the heart of the Cotswolds – with a sunken hot tub for pure indulgence.
Up to 2-4 guests / 1st bedroom SKS bed / 2nd bedroom double bunk beds / dog friendly / jacuzzi
Short-notice escapes are rare in boutique travel, but this rolling collection brings together places with genuine availability over the coming weeks. Many usually book far in advance, yet have opened dates from otherwise full calendars – ideal for guests exploring last minute breaks in the UK without compromising on quality or setting. Some stays also include tempting offers or thoughtful gifts for bookings made at short notice.
Each property is chosen for calm surroundings, privacy, and unhurried downtime – perfect for weekend retreats in the UK. Couples seeking romantic retreats will find private outdoor spaces, quiet lanes, walking routes from the door, fires for colder evenings, and peaceful rural settings.
Availability is updated as dates open, often appearing unexpectedly in peak diaries – giving guests access to unexpected holiday availability and boutique retreats with last minute availability that still feels well-timed and relaxing.
Cornwall: coastal paths, quiet beaches, and places perfect for slower mornings by the sea.
Devon: countryside hideaways close to the coast, ideal for unhurried weekends and simple outdoor time.
The Lake District: rural settings, lakeside walks, and cabins made for staying warm on cooler days.
The Cotswolds: stone villages, scenic pubs, quiet lanes, and long evenings in.
Worcestershire: woodland cabins and countryside homes designed for complete privacy and unhurried days.
