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History
Historic sites near holiday homes in the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom boasts numerous heritage sites to explore during your trip. Holiday lettings can be found near fascinating landmarks like Big Ben, a Gothic clock tower and national symbol on the Houses of Parliament, and Buckingham Palace, the opulent home of the Queen with time-honoured traditions. You'll also enjoy the Edinburgh Castle, a spectacular fortress with the Crown Jewels, the National War Museum of Scotland and dramatic city views.
Things to do
Sightseeing near the United Kingdom's holiday homes
Britain is the Sceptred Isle, awash with tales of kings, queens, warrior tribes and fierce Celts. Glimpses of its past rise with the mighty castles of Warwick, Bamburgh, Conwy, Windsor – the list goes on. Visits to those will leave the little ones lost in a world of knights and medieval battles. In Bath, the relics of Roman rule can still be found in the famous thermal spa, just as they can in the museums and the lichen-spotted stones of Hadrian's Wall. And there's a deeper past, mysteriously oozing from Stonehenge, or in the prehistoric village below the green grasses of Skara Brae on the far-flung Orkneys.
Activities
Things to do near holiday homes in the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom might be small, but it packs in a whole load of wild and wonderful landscapes to explore. Lovers of the great outdoors could seek out United Kingdom holiday rentals in the Lake District, where potholing and hiking along the rocky trails of Scafell Pike mingle with beautiful motorcycle touring routes. Others might prefer the roaring seascapes of Wales and Cornwall, which mean surfing and kayaking. Others will love the New Forest, with its heaths, bird watching and ancient woodlands. Then there's Scotland, it's snowy highlands a place to wild camp and ski, even.
Weather
Local weather for your stay in the United Kingdom's holiday lettings
The UK follows a 4-season pattern, with wet, cold winters and – also occasionally wet – summers that run from June to August. If you're eager to break away from big cities like London and Manchester to a United Kingdom holiday rental in the countryside, you might be better waiting for the warmer months, while hiking conditions tend to be good for spring – in May – and autumn – in September and October, too. The likes of December, January and February require an umbrella and usually bring snow to places like the Scottish Highlands, Snowdonia and the Peak District.
Natural features
United Kingdom – all sorts of nature
The United Kingdom has just about as many natural reserves as it does regional accents – that's loads. Scotland's Cairngorms crown the Highlands in the north, a land of wide valleys and deep lochs, topped with mountain peaks like Ben Macdui and Ben Avon – hitting over 1,300 metres. Wales picks up the mountain mantle, offering the chiselled slopes of Snowdonia towards the north and the Black Mountains in the south, leading down to the high cliffs and dolphin-ringed shores of handsome Pembrokeshire. Staying on the coast, Cornwall and Devon are known for their sandy coves, fossils and surfer-ready waves, while the Norfolk Heritage Coast has dunes and wetlands and bird-watching reserves aplenty.
Food & drink
Unique cuisine in the United Kingdom
With the rich indigenous culinary tradition and colonial history, the United Kingdom offers a diverse cuisine with a variety of unique dishes. Some of the most popular dishes include full breakfast, fish and chips, kidney pie, shepherd’s pie, bangers and mash, Cornish pasties, Yorkshire pudding and Welsh cakes. Whatever your taste, you'll find a mix of interesting recipes at restaurants, pubs and eateries near your holiday accommodation.
Can I find a vacation rental around United Kingdom?
Yes, our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 75,836 vacation rentals near United Kingdom. From 30,663 cottages to 30,663 cabins, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable stay with your family and friends. The best places to stay near United Kingdom for a holiday or a weekend are on Vrbo.
What are the most popular destinations to visit in United Kingdom?
There are many lovely places to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in United Kingdom. From Vrbo UK travelers, the most popular destinations to visit are:
- St Ives: 1,691 vacation rentals
- London: 9,182 vacation rentals
- Cornwall (county): 7,912 vacation rentals
- England: 58,850 vacation rentals
- Llanerchymedd: 997 vacation rentals
And Vrbo UK offers you the chance to discover many other popular destinations in United Kingdom! Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available in other popular destinations.
What are the main cities to discover in United Kingdom?
Whether you're traveling with family or friends, here are the cities with the largest selection of vacation rentals for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in United Kingdom:
- St Ives: 1,691 rentals
- London: 9,182 rentals
- Llanerchymedd: 997 rentals
- Newquay: 2,389 rentals
- Whitby: 1,689 rentals
For other cities, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.
Can I find easy-access vacation rentals when traveling by plane to United Kingdom?
Yes of course. Our owners offer a large selection of vacation rentals near airports. The airports with a large selection of vacation rentals in United Kingdom are:
- Anglesey (VLY): 1,301 vacation rentals
- London (LHR-Heathrow): 8,887 vacation rentals
- London (LGW-Gatwick): 615 vacation rentals
For other airports, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.
Near which points of interest can I spend my holidays in United Kingdom?
Vrbo UK offers a large selection of rentals near lovely places in United Kingdom. From Vrbo UK travelers, the most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:
- Ambleside: 2,152 rentals
- Dover: 903 rentals
- Aberdeen: 180 rentals
- Lockerbie: 211 rentals
- Inveraray: 365 rentals
But there are many other points of interest around United Kingdom listed on Vrbo UK where you can find your place to stay. Just write your wanted destination in our search bar and have a look at our selection.