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Cottages for Christmas And New Year

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A fabulous semi-detached timber cottage set on a farm in Wickham St Paul in Essex. Private patio. Rural setting. En-suite. Sudbury 5.5 miles; Colchester 15.5 miles; Cambridge 33.8 miles. (Ref. 985434)

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

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was €851 €831

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A tasteful, end-terrace cottage in the attractive Ceredigion town of Aberaeron. En-suite. Woodburner. Centre of Aberaeron. (Ref. 965098)

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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec €1231

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A contemporary single-storey annex nestled on the outskirts of Langho in Lancashire. Countryside views. Open-plan living. Garden. Ground-floor living. Whalley 3.6 miles; Clitheroe 6.9 miles; Longridge 8 miles. (Ref. 1082079)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from Fri 20th Dec €719

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A pretty, mid-terrace cottage nestled in the village of Hurst Green, Lancashire. Woodburning stove. Close to shops and pubs. Garden. Stonyhurst 1.3 miles. (Ref. 1051268)

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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was €646 €620

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A wonderful end-terrace cottage on the edge of the village of Allithwaite, close to Cartmel and Grange-over-Sands. Woodburning stove, Jacuzzi bath, 3D TV. Pub next door. Grange-over-Sands 2 miles. (Ref. 27583)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.2

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This bungalow cottage rests in the coastal village of Rhosneigr, Anglesey. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Llangefni 11.6 miles; Trearddur Bay 14 miles. (Ref. 1020580)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A lovely two-bedroom detached lodge resting in Newnham Bridge, Worcestershire. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Pet-free Private garden. Ludlow 11.5 miles; Worcester 19 miles; Hereford 27.1 miles. (Ref. 1089207)

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

7 nights from Mon 30th Dec was €1019 €983

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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26 North Promenade is a charming, three-bedroom dwelling residing in Cleveleys, Lancashire. Near an AONB. Sea views. Close to amenities and coast. Blackpool 4.8 miles; Preston 19.6 miles. (Ref. 1139709)

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5

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A character cottage based in the heart of the small town of Brough. Ideal for families or couples. Patio/garden. Kirkby Stephen 4.3 miles. (Ref. 1033651)

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A delightful cottage resting in the heart of Laugharne, Carmarthenshire. Dog-friendly. Close to local amenities. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Tenby 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1128135)

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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Hideaway Cottage is a charming, three-bedroom abode resting in the heart of Whitby, North Yorkshire. Near amenities, attractions and beach. Sea views. Robin Hood's Bay 6 miles; Scarborough 19.8 miles; Pickering 20.9 miles. (Ref. 1139810)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec €1568

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A charming semi-detached cottage resting on the outskirts of Tarvin, Chester. Open-plan. Family-friendly. Sky TV. WiFi. Great views. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Christleton 4.9 miles; Chester 6.5 miles. (Ref. 1072424)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Sky TV

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was €682 €655

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.4

    Good

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A welcoming former fisherman's cottage, perfectly located in St Helens, Isle of Wight. Traditional seaside accommodation. Shops, restaurant and pub all on doorstep, beach 1 mile. Ryde 5 miles. (Ref. 22962)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was €660 €654

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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A spacious ground floor apartment in Bridlington. Off-road parking. Woodburner. En-suite bedrooms. Sea views. Filey 10 miles; Scarborough 20 miles. (Ref. 993191)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec was €962 €941

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

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The School Bakehouse is a wonderful, two-bedroom abode in Bishop's Castle, Shropshire. Near Shropshire Hills AONB. Woodburning stove. Shared tennis court. Montgomery 9.1 miles; Church Stretton 12.7 miles; Ludlow 19.4 miles; Shrewsbury 21.1 miles. (Ref. 15515)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A stone-built, single-storey, semi-detached barn conversion resting on the outskirts of Lanivet, Cornwall. Romantic. Hot tub. Smart TV. Roche 3.8 miles; Bodmin 4.2 miles; Falmouth 31.7 miles. (Ref. 1097638)

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

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was €957 €923

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Kantankye Lodge is a pleasant, single-storey lodge resting in Thorpe St. Peter, Lincolnshire. Off-road parking. Open-plan living. Dog-friendly. Burgh le Marsh 3.4 miles; Skegness 6.4 miles; Ingoldmells 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1140599)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Contemporary log cabin at the heart of gated development in gorgeous Lakeland countryside. En-suite shower room. WiFi. Secure off road parking. 15 mins to Keswick and Penrith. Dog-friendly. (Ref. 972633)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

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25 Cambridge Place is a quaint, terraced cottage resting in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Close to the coast. Near National Park. Near pub and shop. Filey 7.7 miles; North York Moors National Park 18.4 miles; Whitby 19.5 miles. (Ref. 1149247)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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This superb Alaskan-style cabin rests near the tranquil village of Clifton on Teme, Worcestershire. Hot tub. Free fishing. Off-road parking. Lakeside views. Great Witley 7.2 miles; Hallow 10.4 miles; Worcester 12.2 miles (Ref. 1080941)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was €1763 €1721

An ideal way to spend time with those who mean the most during this festive time of year is with a stay at one of these cottages for Christmas and New Year. Whether it be a quiet Christmas break with loved ones or an exciting New Year's Eve celebration, there is bound to be a perfect letting for you in this fabulous collection!

Why Cottages for Christmas and New Year?

If you're seeking a fuss-free break this winter, then this selection of cottages for Christmas and New Year are perfect for you! They have been designed with the perfect winter break in mind, from properties of different styles and sizes to suit your winter plans, to spaces that have been kindly decorated by the owner for your convenience, so you can swiftly get the festivities going.

If you're seeking a quaint break in the country this season, there are plenty in this collection that offer opportunities to take in wintry vistas on a walk, before settling down for a festive meal at a traditional pub. Additionally, there are cottages in this selection that enjoy the coast where you can soak up the crisp, sea breeze with a trip to the beach, and warm yourself up by the fire in your home-from-home afterward.

Keen to get involved in the festivities? There are also fantastic lettings in this group that rest near towns and cities, hosting superb events and Christmas markets for you to visit.

Places to Visit at Christmas or New Year

Those seeking a peaceful break in the country this winter will be delighted with cottage in Cotswolds, home to a wealth of picturesque villages with festive activities for you to enjoy, from The Enchanted Christmas attraction at the Westonbirt's National Arboretum to the Spectacle of Light at Sudeley Castle near Winchcombe. The Scottish Highlands promise a marvellous, festive break with the Highland Wildlife Park offering you the chance to meet the resident polar bears, along with the opportunity to get your skis on and traverse the slopes of the Cairngorm Mountains. A fantastic blend of the coast and country can be enjoyed this season at North Wales or North York Moors & Coast, with national parks featuring winter bike rides and hikes, along with festive events at their breath-taking castles, including Castle Howard in Yorkshire and Gwrych Castle in Abergele. If you'd like to spend this winter by the coast, Cornwall is a fantastic destination, hosting the St Ives Light Up and Newquay with its entertaining New Year events.

Types of Holidays over Christmas and New Year

If you'd prefer to spend some time away with the family for Christmas specifically, browse this fabulous selection of cottages for Christmas, or take a look at these New Year cottages on offer to bring in the New Year surrounded by loved ones at a marvellous retreat! Those wanting to whisk away their loved ones or partner to a rustic getaway will be delighted by this array of Christmas lodges and cabins. If you'd rather enjoy a swift weekend away during the holidays, then these short breaks for Christmas and new year will not disappoint.