The best cheap and chic Airbnbs in the UK

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Get ready to explore the glorious UK whatever the weather with Regatta, with outerwear perfectly placed to keep you toasty and warm come rain or shine. From pastel puddle suits to Peppa Pig waterproofs, there’s something to suit all tiny tots, at a purse-friendly price parents will love too

 Filey

For a cosy coastal retreat look no further than the ‘Low Tide’ apartment in Filey on Yorkshire’s east coast, where beach days await. One bedroom sleeps two in a double bed, whilst a travel cot can be arranged on request along with a highchair & a basket of toys too. Tasteful decor & a private decked patio give the place a fresh seaside feel just 300m from the local award winning beach. Locally there are rustic pubs, headland walks and salty fresh air in buckets and spades

From: £69 p/night

The Peak District

The countryside is calling you with a stay on Woodcock Farm, a collection of luxury self-catered cottages close to the Peak District National Park. Infants up to age 2 are welcomed here (best for pre-crawling babies), with a mezzanine bedroom & travel cot available on request. For extra brownie points, any budding golfers will be in heaven with views over Glossop Golf Club, whilst the stylish interiors and sun trapped patio will please most parents looking to get away from it all

From: £115 p/night

Edinburgh

Edinburgh is always a good idea, with its medieval cobblestone streets, historic monuments and elegant shops, restaurants & bars, seamlessly blending the old with the new. This comfortable & cosy flat makes for a brilliant cheap & chic homestay in the vibrant Broughton Road district, close to town. With one double bed (+ sofa bed available) & a small but perfectly formed kitchen, this modern flat would make for a great base for a family of 3, ready to explore all that Edinburgh has to offer

From: £89 p/night

Margate

Margate has had a revival in recent years- taking nostalgic seaside staycations to the next level. Art lovers will no doubt gravitate towards the Turner Contemporary gallery whilst Dreamland offers a vintage funfair experience for the whole brood. This two bedroom cottage offers a Scandi inspired retreat nestled in the heart of Margate’s old town, a short stroll away from vintage shops & cool eateries. A lovely garden offers outdoor space for little ones to play, then come evening you can snuggle up indoors with the log burner

From: £103 p/night

Alnwick

A cosy bolthole set in the heart of historic Alnwick, Wansbeck Cottage is a brilliant choice for a seaside getaway. There’s a main bedroom with double bed plus a second with bunk beds, perfect for sibling sleepovers. The recently renovated kitchen has everything you could need to cater for the whole family, with a space for relaxing too. A couple of minutes walk will take you into the heart of Alnwick where you’ll find the castle (a famous set location for Harry Potter & Downton Abbey) and an array of bars, restaurants and museums for a full day out exploring

From: £60 p/night

Lyme Regis

For a little seaside sanctuary, check in to The Dragonfly, a gorgeous boutique apartment in a converted bank in the centre of Lyme Regis, just steps from the sea shore. With two bedrooms (one king bed and 2 singles) it can easily accommodate a family of 4 with a well equipped kitchen & sky tv. The little touches have been considered here, from the Loaf bed to the goose down pillows, making for a perfect peaceful retreat. Nearby there’s plenty to keep little ones entertained with an abundance of attractions from the Marine Aquarium to a guided fossil tour

From: £145 p/night 

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