Mid July until the beginning of August is school summer holiday period in the UK and Ireland. Families try to give their children at least one and preferably two weeks holiday at the seaside or in the country. A budget priced option for family holidays is to rent a 3 bedroom self-catering cottage or a modern pine lodge that offer families somewhere truly comfortable and safe for their children. A three bedroom cottage sleeps up to six, a good size for most families. Holiday cottages frequently have back gardens where children are able to play. Look out for gardens that have seating, swings for children and possibly a sand pit or trampoline. That will ensure happy hours of play whilst parents are engaged in preparing meals. Self-catering cottage have those essential fully equipped kitchens that allow families to make themselves at home; cook, eat and behave as they would in their everyday lives. This removes the higher cost of eating out when on holiday and children demand a continuous series of drinks, snacks and ice creams. There are all kinds of alternative styles of holiday accommodation for six. Consider holiday lodges, log cabins, either situated individually or in holiday parks. We are confident that you can find a perfectly lovely good quality cottage for six for your next family break.