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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

An idyllic renovated cottage resting near Shalfleet on the Isle of Wight. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Superfast WiFi. Close to beach. Yarmouth 2.8 miles; Freshwater 5.7 miles; Newport 7.2 miles; Cowes 9.9 miles. (Ref. 980661)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights was £1082 £1066

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

School House Cottage is a rural retreat in the Peak District village of Newtown, Staffordshire, with countryside views, a fire, and a roll-top bath. Buxton 8.9 miles; Bakewell 11.7 miles. (Ref. 1154171)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sun 27th Dec
for 7 nights £905

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A pleasant three-bedroom cottage tucked away on the outskirts of Huntley, near Gloucester, Gloucestershire. Off-road parking. Garden. Open-plan. Gloucester 7.5 miles; Cheltenham 14.8 miles; Bristol 41.3 miles. (Ref. 928347)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine

Sat 19th Dec
for 7 nights £788

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Church View, a stunning townhouse resting in the bustling seaside town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Close to a beach. Hot tub. Historic features. Bridlington 16.4 miles; Whitby 20 miles; Staithes 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1123864)

  • Wi-fi
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights £4194

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Sweet detached cottage, close to historic cathedral city and Dartmoor. Patio garden, parking, WiFi. Exeter 4 miles. (Ref. 967284)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine

Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights was £610 £580

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A beautifully presented Victorian cottage in the heart of Warkworth in Northumberland. Family-friendly. WiFi. Woodburning stove. Open-plan. Amble 2.1 miles; Alnmouth 4.2 miles; Alnwick 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1122057)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights was £1079 £1049

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful semi-detached cottage situated in Llangefni, Wales. WiFi. Juliet balcony. King-size bed. En-suite. Benllech 7 miles; Red Wharf Bay 7 miles. (Ref. 997634)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights £729

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely detached bungalow in Llwyngwril village, 10 mins walk from beach. Cosy Wales cottage, attractive family accommodation. Dolgellau 11 miles. (Ref. 3934)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights £872

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Old School is a beautiful, single-storey house resting in Lowick, Northumberland, boasting a woodburning stove, barbecue, and enclosed garden. Holy Island 8.5 miles; Wooler 8.6 miles; Berwick-upon-Tweed 10 miles; Bamburgh 12.6 miles. (Ref. 1090881)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 22nd Dec
for 7 nights £1343

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A 17th century cottage with traditional charm resting on the coast of Cornwall. Original features. Enclosed lawn. In easy reach of beach. WiFi. Electric fire. Polperro 2.5 miles; Looe 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1034355)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights was £885 £861

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An attractive, dog friendly ground-floor apartment resting in Whitby, North Yorkshire. Near beach and amenities. Family-friendly. Open-plan. Robin Hood's Bay 6 miles; Scarborough 20 miles; Pickering 20.9 miles. (Ref. 1108330)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

Sat 19th Dec
for 7 nights £4425

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This stylish, second-floor apartment resides in Carbis Bay, Cornwall. Sea views. Smart TV. Pet-free. Close to a beach. St Ives 2.5 miles; Penzance 8.6 miles; Falmouth 24.7 miles (Ref. 1119400)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV
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Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights £2170

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A ground-floor apartment resting in West Bay, Dorset. Sea view. Close to a beach. Close to the town centre. Charmouth 8.5 miles; Lyme Regis 11.3 miles; Weymouth 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1106378)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Sat 19th Dec
for 7 nights £1344

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This fabulous holiday home rests in St Kew Highway, Cornwall. Woodburning stoves. Pet-friendly. Bedroom with en-suite. Wadebridge 4.3 miles; Polzeath 5.2 miles; Padstow 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1115372)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Sat 19th Dec
for 7 nights £2529

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.2

    Good

  • Sykes rating

A charming contemporary lodge on South Lakeland Leisure Village resting within Lancashire. Open-plan living. Hot tub. Gas fire. Carnforth 2.1 miles; Lancaster 4.7 miles. (Ref. 1035237)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights £973

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Rose Cottage is a delightful cottage in the village of Langham near Oakham, Rutland. Woodburning stove. Freestanding bath. Pet-friendly. Barbecue. Family-friendly. Melton Mowbray 8.5 miles; Stamford 13.3 miles; Lincoln 50 miles; Cambridge 61 miles. (Ref. 1158933)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights £1294

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A tasteful holiday home in the town of Killorglin in County Kerry, Ireland. Views of River Laune. En-suite. Woodburner. (Ref. 999150)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Sat 19th Dec
for 7 nights £929

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

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Lovely detached cottage on edge of popular County Kerry village. Woodburner, wonderful views. Sneem 2 miles. (Ref. 13584)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights £685

Last booked 2 days ago
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If you're seeking an extra-special Christmas break in the UK, each of these Christmas cottages is in a destination worthy of the grandest occasions. So, whether you're planning a family holiday or hoping to escape the annual rush with your partner, there's bound to be a Christmas cottage that's like a perfectly gift-wrapped present just for you.

Why Christmas Cottages?

We've all been there: crowded around the dinner table, elbows knocking into each other, and squabbling over pigs in blankets and sprouts. But with this collection of cottages for Christmas, space will be the last thing you'll be short on.

Many of these Christmas cottages in the UK are already decorated! Most owners are more than willing to have the decorations in place before your arrival, leaving you to enjoy an especially festive welcome when you step into your chosen cottage.

From private farmhouses and elegant manor houses to custom complexes and converted barns, these cottages for Christmas come in all shapes and sizes. However, if you like to spend this time of year, there is bound to be something for you! For more inspiration for your Christmas getaway, check out our UK travel guide.

Places to visit from these cottages for Christmas

Christmas cottages are scattered across the entire UK, allowing you to enjoy the festive season in your favourite place. Venture to the Cotswolds, a place known for the spectacular lights of Sudeley Castle and Blenheim Palace, as well as the picturesque Christmas markets in Cheltenham and Bath.

Outdoor enthusiasts should look into cottages for Christmas in the Scottish Highlands, with the wide range of skiing and snowboarding resorts on offer, including the Nevis Range Mountain Resort, as well as endless strolls through the rugged countryside.

More places to visit from your Christmas cottage:

Cornwall 

Dorset

Lake District

North York Moors & Coast

Northumberland

Types of Christmas Cottages in the UK

Book one of these Christmas cottages today to embark on a trip full of festive fun! If you'd like to go away for the New Year instead, be sure to browse this array New Year Cottages, or take the holidays further and extend your Christmas getaway by choosing from this fantastic selection of cottages for Christmas and New Year or this collection of cottages for Boxing Day.

Those wanting to treat their loved ones to an idyllic stay in a rustic setting during the festive period should take a look at this collection of Christmas lodges and cabins. Alternatively, browse this selection of Christmas-decorated cottages to rent! Or these Christmas breaks with hot tub or these dog-friendly Christmas breaks. If you only want to escape the every day for a two- to four-night stay this winter, select one of these short break cottages for Christmas and New Year.