Last-Minute Availability for UK Retreats

Tempting last-minute retreats, waiting to be booked

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.

Toppesfiled Hall Cabins – Christmas and New Year Availability

Spend Christmas or New Year at Toppesfield Hall Cabins, just an hour from London, sleep 2-6

Romantic Country Retreats and Dog Friendly Escapes with Private Hot Tub, just a walk to the local pub

Reconnect, recharge, and relax at Toppesfield Woodland Lodges – a peaceful countryside escape designed for couples seeking space, seclusion, and a little indulgence. Tucked away on the scenic Essex-Suffolk border and surrounded by open fields and woodland, these cosy mini-retreats provide the perfect blend of rural charm and modern comfort.

Cheshire Boutique Barns – Christmas and New Year Availability

Spend Christmas or New Year at Cheshire Boutique Barns

Three stunning barn retreats, each with its own unique style, sleeps 2-10

Cheshire Boutique Barns offers a choice of three barn retreats that sleep up to 10 people in total. Enjoy completely unique totally original spaces, quirky yet luxurious interiors, real fires, romantic mezzanine bedrooms, roll top baths, luxuriant beds, site spa treatments and surround sound entertainment systems.

Howgill Lodges – Spend Christmas in the Yorkshire Dales

Spend Christmas at Howgill Lodges, each sleeps 2-6

Luxury Timber Lodges with hot tubs in the Yorkshire Dales, perfect for couples and families

Well Furlong Shepherds Retreat – Christmas offer

Spend Christmas 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

Starling Spa Treehouse Retreat – Christmas offer

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.

Sleepy Owl Treehouse Retreats Christmas offer

Set in twenty acres of Devonshire countryside in the UNESCO North Devon Biosphere Reserve, Sleepy Owl offers a unique place to stay for couples, families, dog lovers and for every special occasion.

Sleepy Owl currently have 10% off any gift vouchers purchased for Christmas and 15% off – code 15OFF for the few remining dates they have left before Christmas:

Nest Treehouse 10th-12th Dec

Hideout 1st-3rd Dec, 22nd-24th Dec

Treeopia – November and December BLR Offer

Escape to Treeopia, an oasis of calm and indulgent living with two award winning luxury treehouses, Vivianna and Eathelin, in Worcestershire. If you want to experience a real treehouse retreat, come to Treeopia.

As a little extra thank you for booking any of these dates through Boutique Luxury Retreats – just mention us when you book, you’ll receive a complimentary bottle of fizz on arrival.

Treeopia will also include a free generous welcome pack filled with local and handmade treats, a delicious selection of three artisan cheeses with crackers, handmade chocolates, two packs of flavoured Tyrrells crisps, our very own apple juice, four fresh eggs, and a bottle of milk all vegetarian-friendly and ready for you to enjoy.

The Old Vicarage, Herefordshire 25% off December bookings

A Stylish Six Bedroom Country House Retreat in Herefordshire, perfect for families and groups with Hot Tub & Sauna, dog friendly

25% off December remaining dates – 5/12, 12/12, 19/12

No 9 Putsborough – New Year Offer

New Year availability! 28th December 2025 – 2nd January 2026

Luxury 2 Bedroom Dog Friendly Coastal Apartment in Woolacombe, North Devon, Sauna & Pool Access

Cosy up this December at The Nest in Sussex

December Availability at The Nest in Sussex

Luxury rural hideaway just an hour from London and a 2 minute walk to a lovely gastro pub, sleeping 2-4 guests with a private garden and stunning woodland views – perfect for a romantic break or a small family escape.

Erwain Escapes – December Availability

With December availability, Erwain Escapes offers the ultimate luxury retreat for couples or solo travellers, tucked away in a serene wildflower meadow beside a tranquil river

December at Mill End for a big party

Late deals and to celebrate 21 years of being custodians of Medieval Mill End Mitcheldean, December 5 and December 12 2025 for early Christmas gatherings of up to 25 over 10 bedrooms, £2,100.00 base price plus extras and more bedrooms available for larger groups.

Mount Pleasant Retreats – Mid Week Offers

This is the perfect boutique retreat for those wanting a secluded and romantic stay, yet with the benefits of luxury hotel facilities. The Shooting Lodge at Mount Pleasant Barns Walton, Warwickshire is situated in a beautiful private estate belonging to Mount Pleasant Farm, close to Stratford upon Avon. It is dog friendly with a hot tub.

There is currently an offer running for any midweek stays between now and the 21st of December for a Festive welcome gift, consisting of mulled wine, panettone, savoury nibbles and other delicious gifts.

The Laurels, Somerset, 25% off December bookings

20% discount to guests at The Laurels who book between the 9th-30th of January 2026 – quote Boutique Luxury Retreats on booking

Country House and Special Events Venue – The Laurels is a newly launched boutique residential events venue, with exclusive use of the entire Laurels Estate. Up to 24 guests are able to stay here and enjoy the wonderful spa, including an indoor pool, sauna, treatment rooms and gym, with entertaining space for up to 60 and use of nearby outward bound facilities

Cosy Up Here: Last Minute Breaks in the UK

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.

Weekend Retreats in the UK

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.

Boutique Retreats with Last Minute Availability

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.

Explore by Destination

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.