From the glorious beach and countryside of the beautiful Garden of England, to the historic towns and rolling South Downs of Sussex, this area is truly idyllic. Visit Canterbury Cathedral, 1066 country of the legendary White Cliffs of Dover. Take a day trip to Paris or climb aboard a warship in Chatham Docks. Come face to face with a tiger in Howletts Wild Animal Park or make a pit stop at Brands Hatch for some high-octane action. Make sure you also visit the sand dunes on one of the stunning beaches!

There is plenty of self catering accommodation available in Kent and Sussex but one of the easiest and most cost effective ways to explore this beautiful part of south east England is by staying on a Sussex holiday park or Kent caravan park.  Accommodation in a static caravan or mobile home offers you an affordable and comfortable stay where you can come and go as you please.  The great thing about holiday parks is that they also include great facilities close by whether it is a hot tub, swimming pool, kids entertainment or a bar. You will find Kent caravan parks at all the popular destinations including New Romney, Sheerness, Herne Bay and Whitstable. Similarly you will find some great Sussex holiday parks at Camber Sands, Hastings, Battle and Rye.

Of course if holiday parks are not your thing there are plenty of self catering apartments and cottages throughout the south east, check out some Sussex self catering and Kent self catering here.

Our holiday partners Blue Chip Holidays are offering all guests who book a stay of 7 nights or more a very handy 15% off holidays from 6 May – 25 June 2011. Just click here and use the discount code ‘Jun11′ when you book and you’ll save 15%, leaving you with a little extra for your spending money too.

Here’s the small print for the offer… your stay must be for 7 nights or more, and it must start between 6 May and the 25 June. You must also book between these dates to receive this discount, so why not plan an early escape this year and beat the crowds on the beach?!

If you are looking for a holiday in the south west of England this May Bank Holiday then check out some of the following:

• Holiday cottages in the South West of England
• Holiday parks in the South West of England
• Holiday lodges in the South West of England

Alterntiavely check out the new sites: Self catering in Dorset, Devon self catering and Find Cornwall Cottages

The accommodation includes both cottages and apartments either located on the drammatic south west coast or at some beauty spots in the country.  Hundreds of these cottages and apartments are rated 4 stars or 5 stars and so if you are looking for a bit of luxury on your holidays then there is no better place to start especially if you are looking for luxuries like a swimming pool and hot tub.  If you are feeling romantic, check out our range of romantic cottages and apartments that include four poster beds and open wood fires. For the more active holidaycheck out those cottages with great walking near by or apartments close to watersports, golf and fishing.

Whether you are looking for a holiday in Cornwall, Devon or Dorset for a couple, family of large group you are sure to find something just right at Find Family Holidays.

Find Family Holidays has 10,000 cottages and apartments listed across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland ensuring you have the widest selection to choose from.

Find out more about these last minute offers>

Find Christmas and New Year cottages

This Christmas and New Year selection is providedby our partners Hoseasons, but you can find lots of other great cottages and self catering available over the holiday period in the Find-Family Holidays listings for England, Scotland,Wales and Ireland.  Ir why not spend the festive period in France?

You can find some great half term breaks to suit your holiday requirements, taste and budget including luxury waterside apartments, stunning barn conversions in rural locations, cosy ‘chocolate box’ thatched cottages or chic contemporary houses. We have a range of properties that sleep anything from 2-12 people.

Here are just a couple of late availability offers for October Half Term, we hope you find of interest…

Keepers Lodge, Hillfield Cottages and Country House, near Dartmouth (sleeps 10)

£200 off the week commencing 22nd October at this delightful lodge. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast or alfresco meal on the private deck or relax in the large hot tub. Child friendly facilities at Hillfield include: children’s play area and all weather tennis court. Now £1290, under £19 per person per night based on 10 sharing. Click here for further information.

26 Dart Marina, Dartmouth (sleeps 4)

£100 off the week commencing 23rd October at this luxury waterside two storey town house with a lovely terrace, perfect for alfresco dining and for taking in the wonderful views of the River Dart. Guests also have use of the luxury Dart Marina Health Spa facilities, including indoor pool. Now just £1150, under £42 per person per night based on 4 sharing. Click here for further information.

Take a look at other self catering in Devon and South West England

48 hour special – from just £99 return

Take advantage of a special 48 hour fare on the majority of Brittany Ferry services to France for travel throughout October, November and into December. Prices start from just £99 return for a car and two passengers.

Experience Spain this autumn – from just £249 return

Cruise from Portsmouth or Plymouth to Santander and stay for any length of time, as long as you depart after 1st November and return by 15th December.
This special fare is for a standard car and two passengers and also includes a cabin each way – saving you a minimum of £170.

Find out more about these offers>. See website for full terms and conditions.

You can also find some great accommodation in France and Spain with cottages, villas, gites, chalets and more available this autumn.

• Self catering apartments, cottages and villas in France
• Self catering apartments, cottages and villas in Spain

With the colder weather on its way a cottage break is the perfect choice to get away this half term but still be in some lovely cosy accommodation in great locations.  Not only can you find accommodation at great locations, you can also choose from a great range of cottage features that include everything from open wood fires and hot tubs to swimming pools and Internet access – there really is something for everyone.

Take a look at some of the lovely cottages available via Cumbrian Cottages and others  in the Lake District, Yorkshire, Northumberland, Derbyshire, Scotland and Wales.