Cool off in style: UK homes with pools from under £250 a night
Key Takeaways
- Airbnb reveals a curated collection of UK stays with swimming pools, perfect for the summer heatwave – with options available from under £250 per night
- Searches by UK guests for stays on home turf are up more than 11% year-on-year, as travellers increasingly favour flexible breaks closer to home
Key Takeaways
- Airbnb reveals a curated collection of UK stays with swimming pools, perfect for the summer heatwave – with options available from under £250 per night
- Searches by UK guests for stays on home turf are up more than 11% year-on-year, as travellers increasingly favour flexible breaks closer to home
With temperatures set to soar this summer, Airbnb reveals a curated collection of beautiful UK stays with swimming pools, perfect for swapping crowded lidos and overheated homes for refreshing dips, outdoor dining, and sun-soaked weekends away.
Leading the list are a number of stays available for under £250 per night, proving that a poolside summer escape doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag.
From countryside cottages with panoramic views and airy apartments with private pools to group-friendly stays with sprawling gardens, these homes offer the perfect backdrop to make the most of the British summer. The list comes as staycations continue to rise in popularity, with searches by UK guests for stays on home turf up more than 11% year-on-year, as travellers increasingly favour easier, more flexible breaks closer to home.1
Under £250 a night
Wildlife Farm, Bell Tent with heated pool & firepit, Shadoxhurst, Kent (sleeps 4)3
Set in the Kent countryside, this charming bell tent offers an unexpected dose of luxury — combining the magic of outdoor living with a heated pool and crackling firepit. A spontaneous and sun-filled escape, available from under £250 per night this very weekend.
Pear Tree Barn with beautiful views and pool, Yealmpton, Devon (sleeps 4) 4
Nestled in the Devon countryside, this beautifully converted barn pairs sweeping rural views with a private pool — an idyllic spot for relaxed summer days spent between the water and the garden. Available from under £250 per night this weekend.
Stunning flat with swimming pool, Cheltenham (sleeps 4)5
A sleek and stylish apartment in the heart of Cheltenham, offering access to a private swimming pool — an elegant combination of town-centre convenience and resort-style relaxation, from under £250 per night.
Workshop Cottage, Rhoslefain, Wales (sleeps 4)6
Tucked away on the Welsh coast near Snowdonia, this characterful cottage is a peaceful retreat with breathtaking views stretching across the mountains and sea. A private pool makes it the perfect place to cool off between long days exploring the surrounding landscape.
Gig House, The Mount Barns & Spa, Elmley Lovett, Worcestershire (sleeps 4)7
Set in the Worcestershire countryside, this stylish barn conversion comes complete with spa facilities and a pool — a true rural retreat designed for total relaxation and restoration, from under £250 per night.
Eagle Lodge with shared Outdoor Heated Pool, Cowbridge, Vale of Glamorgan (sleeps 4)8
A comfortable and welcoming lodge in the heart of the Vale of Glamorgan, offering access to a shared heated outdoor pool in a tranquil setting — the perfect base for exploring South Wales this summer.
The Owl House, with hot tub and pool, Moreton (sleeps 4)9
A characterful Cotswolds retreat offering the rare combination of both a pool and a hot tub, set against the backdrop of a quintessentially English village. Ideal for long summer evenings unwinding outdoors.
Other
Heated Pool Escape, Chichester, West Sussex (sleeps 4)
A stylish and spacious home in Chichester, complete with a heated private pool and easy access to the South Downs and the West Sussex coast. Available this weekend for a last-minute sun-seeker escape.
Historic Castle with heated pool, East Sussex (sleeps 10)
A truly extraordinary group stay in the heart of East Sussex — a historic castle sleeping up to ten, complete with a heated outdoor pool and sprawling grounds that make for an unforgettable summer gathering. Available this weekend.
The Beach Huts: indoor pool, tennis court, Oving, West Sussex (sleeps 4)
Set in Oving, West Sussex, this playful and characterful property combines the aesthetic of classic British beach huts with a full indoor pool and tennis court — a unique and joyful summer destination, available this weekend. (Image credit: Julia Toms Photography)
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