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Holidays in December

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A lovely bungalow in the quiet village of Killavullen, County Cork. WiFi. 15 acres of land. Off-road parking. Ideal for families. Mallow 9 miles. (Ref. 943326)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £303

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This ground floor pod can be found in Craswall, Herefordshire. Spacious garden. Perfect for couples. Hay-on-Wye 7 miles; Peterchurch 8 miles. (Ref. 986635)

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7 nights from £382

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A traditional end-of-terrace cottage in the heart of Staveley, Lake District. Open fire. Views of the hills. WiFi. Windermere 3.7 miles; Kendal 5.1 miles. (Ref. 1126995)

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7 nights from £502

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A contemporary cottage in the heart of Southwold. Family-friendly. Parking. WiFi. Central location. Welcome gift. Thorpeness 16.5 miles; Aldeburgh 17.8 miles; Orford 24.3 miles; Felixstowe 39.5 miles. (Ref. 1116867)

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A beautiful four-storey townhouse resting in the seaside town of Seaton, Devon. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Near to beach. Colyford 1.7 miles; Branscombe 4.7 miles; Exmouth 21.3 miles. (Ref. 1063005)

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7 nights from £1537

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2 Morton Cottages is a charming, two-bedroom abode settled in Winmarleigh near Garstang, Lancashire. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Lancaster 9.8 miles; Morecambe 16.8 miles. (Ref. 1141501)

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7 nights from £411

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This splendid second-floor apartment is located on the outskirts of Porthcawl, South Wales. No pets. Sea views. Bedroom with en-suite. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Bridgend 8.2 miles; Port Talbot 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1070645)

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7 nights from £476

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Smart and stylish apartment close to shores of Loch Ness. Cosy and well-equipped. Tastefully presented. Surrounded by hills. Stunning scenery and wildlife. Inverness 20 miles. (Ref. 941487)

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A lovely three-bedroom lodge resting on the South Lakeland Leisure Village in Carnforth, Lancashire. Pet-friendly. Open-plan. On-site facilities. Off-road parking. Capernwray 3 miles; Lake District 10 miles (Ref. 1119604)

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7 nights from £449

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A contemporary, semi-detached cottage nestled in the village of Helsby, Cheshire. Hot tub. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Ellesmere Port 6.5 miles; Chester 7.5 miles; Warrington 14.8 miles. (Ref. 999307)

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7 nights from £1029

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14 Berwick Road is an accessible, single-storey holiday home in Lytham St. Annes, Lancashire. Wet room. Off-road parking. Electric bed and armchair. Blackpool 5.7 miles. (Ref. 1148929)

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7 nights from £400

  • Sleeps4
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May Cottage is a charming holiday cottage located in the bustling market town of Llanfyllin in Powys. Single-storey. Family-friendly. Countryside views. Lake Vyrnwy 13.5 miles; Welshpool 9.6 miles. (Ref. 1125583)

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7 nights from £421

  • Sleeps6
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A delightful, semi-detached cottage in Suffolk village of Hollesley. En-suite bedroom, enclosed garden, walks and cycle routes from doorstep. Woodbridge 8 miles. (Ref. 15131)

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7 nights from £506

  • Sleeps2
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An attractive, single-storey barn conversion resting in Seworgan near Constantine, Cornwall. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Romantic. Falmouth 8.9 miles; Truro 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1095845)

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7 nights from £477

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2 Four Seasons is a well-positioned, ground-floor apartment resting in Carbis Bay, Cornwall. Close to amenities and beach. Open-plan. Stylish. Family-friendly. St Ives 2.2 miles; Hayle 3.4 miles; Penzance 8.2 miles. (Ref. 1140917)

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7 nights from £484

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Little Beach, a pleasant little holiday Lodge resting in the coastal town of Seaview, Isle of Wight. Smart TV. Open-plan. close to beach. Front patio. Ryde 2.8 miles. (Ref. 1133680)

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7 nights from £380

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
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This wonderful coastal duplex apartment resides in Dartmouth, Devon. Close to beach and amenities. Smart TV. Enclosed terrace. Dogs accepted from September 2023. Totnes 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1114978)

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7 nights from £704

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    4.7

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Cosy romantic hideaway on the shores of Lough Mask at Ballinrobe, County Mayo. Woodland setting. Open plan living. Open fire. Ballinrobe 3 miles (Ref. 961798)

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7 nights from £352

  • Sleeps6
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Craster Reach is a beautiful, terrace cottage resting in the heart of Craster, along the coast of Northumberland. Woodburning stove. Near a beach. Alnwick 7.5 miles; Embleton 3.3 miles. (Ref. 1152308)

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7 nights from £1125

  • Sleeps8
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This delightful, four-bedroom holiday home rests in Oldshore Beg near Kinlochbervie, Highland. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Families. Durness 21.4 miles; Lairg 51 miles; Inverness 98.4 miles. (Ref. 1108398)

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7 nights from £1545

When it comes to the perfect getaway during the festive period, why not consider UK holidays in December? Escape the winter chill and be enveloped by the charming interiors of these self-catering cottages, perfect for December holidays.

Why Holidays in December?

Holidays in December are a great way to experience the UK coming alive with festive celebrations and traditions. From sparkling lights in charming towns to the delightful scents of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts, the holiday season creates a magical atmosphere. From these UK December holidays, you can look forward to enjoying a range of winter activities, including exploring Christmas markets, winding down snow-covered trails and dipping into steamy thermal spas. Then, when you’ve made the most of nearby attractions and wintery sights, you can look forward to unwinding in these December holiday cottages, with some equipped with open fires, hot tubs and even saunas! Use our Travel Guide to find even more activities to enjoy during December holidays.

Places to Visit During UK December Holidays

Experience heartwarming festivities by exploring enchanting destinations across the UK from these December holiday cottages. A place that ought to be top of your list for holidays in December is the Cotswolds. Here, you can enjoy winding paths, sledging opportunities, and grand attractions, such as the lights display at Blenheim Palace. Alternatively, head to the Lake District and climb snow-topped peaks, cosy up to your loved one by the pub’s fire and wander around glistening lakes.

Find even more locations for UK December holidays:

Edinburgh

Peak District

Belfast

Snowdonia

Types of Winter Holidays

If you want to make the most of this season, why not book one of these winter breaks in the UK? There are plenty of UK log cabins and secluded holidays cottages; perfect for a rustic holiday this year.

If you fancy curling up by the flickering flames of a fire this winter, these open-fire cottages are perfect. Or, if you’d prefer a touch of bubbles, these hot tub cottages are ideal!