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Cottages for Christmas And New Year

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Delightful end of terrace cottage, in Longframlington village. Pet-friendly, WiFi, multi-fuel stove, village pub, great shop. Easy access to coastline and Cheviots. Alnwick 6 miles. (Ref. 951057)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec was £911 £870

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A charming annexe to the owner's home, one mile from the centre of Dunblane in Kippenross, Stirlingshire. Off-road parking. WiFi. Picturesque countryside views. Stirling 5.5 miles; Loch Lomond & The Trossachs Nation Park 20.1 miles; Perth 29.7 miles. (Ref. 1053940)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £687 £581

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Fabulous secluded location. Surrounded by mature trees and hills. River close by. Spacious, comfortable and well-equipped. Woodburning stove. Kincraig 4 miles. (Ref. 924430)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Fri 20th Dec £1676

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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Traditional semi-detached Victorian country cottage, on a working arable farm near Bridgnorth. Comfortable accommodation with woodburning stove. WiFi. Excellent walking, cycling and fishing. Bridgnorth 3 miles. (Ref. 22221)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £811 £703

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A fabulous, first-floor apartment perched on the coast in Port Isaac, Cornwall. Sea views. Near the beach. Garage parking. Polzeath 6.7 miles; Padstow 16.1 miles (Ref. 1080691)

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes
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15 Main Street is a charming, two-bedroom holiday home residing in Cruden Bay, Aberdeenshire. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Near the Cairngorms National Park. Peterhead 8.2 miles; Ellon 11.1 miles; Aberdeen 23.2 miles. (Ref. 1141513)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
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7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec was £958 £915

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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An impressive restored period property resting in the centre of Sandown. Close to amenities and beach. Fast WiFi. Pet-friendly. Shanklin 2.1 miles (Ref. 1025715)

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes
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Brynhenllan Cottage is a delightful, detached cottage settled into Dinas Cross, Sir Benfro. Near a beach. Near National Park. Near shop and pub. Fishguard 4.7 miles; Pembrokeshire Coast National Park 11.6 miles; Cardigan 15.1 miles. (Ref. 1139317)

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

7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec £796

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Contemporary three bedroom town house set over 3 floors in central Newquay, walking distance from Fistral Beach, the town centre and all amenities. Ideal for families and couples. Dog friendly with enclosed rear garden. (Ref. 962305)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £2057 £1876

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A character cottage based on the outskirts of St Just, Cornwall. Open fire. Washing machine. Off-road parking. Penzance 7.8 miles; St Ives 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1125915)

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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £1067 £1050

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.2

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A stunning first-floor apartment resting in Salcombe, Devon. Seav views. Juliet balcony. Close to beach. Swimming pool. Kingsbridge 6.8 miles; Dartmouth 20.3 miles; Plymouth 25 miles. (Ref. 1109355)

  • Wi-fi
  • Swimming pool
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec was £1028 £1010

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A picture-postcard cottage tucked away in Buckshead, Cornwall. Romantic dwelling. Pet-free. Close to the city. Perranporth 10.6 miles; Newquay 13.6 miles; Gorran Haven 15.7 miles. (Ref. 1057336)

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

7 nights from Mon 30th Dec was £641 £600

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Lovely terraced holiday home in beautiful Gatehouse of Fleet in Dumfries and Galloway. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Pets welcome. Ideal base for touring, walking and cycling. Kirkcudbright 8 miles. (Ref. 924313)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec was £1245 £1029

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.2

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A contemporary two-bedroom second-floor apartment settled in Torquay, Devon. Open-plan. Washing machine. Sea views. Paignton 3.5 miles; Brixham 8.7 miles; Dartmoor 15.1 miles. (Ref. 1101746)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sky TV

7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec was £2169 £2012

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

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Coastal apartment with sea views in Porthtowan. Balcony. Off road parking. Wifi. Beach, pub, restaurant, shop 5 minute walk. (Ref. 959105)

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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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This pretty, two-bedroom holiday home rests in Pickering, North Yorkshire. Near a National Park. Enclosed garden. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Kirkbymoorside 7.8 miles; Helmsley 13.4 miles; Scarborough 18.3 miles; Whitby 20.5 miles; York 26.3 miles. (Ref. 1017413)

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

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £1304 £1232

  • Sleeps26
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A fantastic single-storey holiday home resting in Ingleton, Lancashire. Rural. Large property. Open-plan. Ground-floor living. Kirkby Lonsdale 7.7 miles; Settle 10.7 miles; Kendal 20.4 miles. (Ref. 1051065)

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

7 nights from Thu 2nd Jan £4784

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A charming Buckinghamshire cottage offering magnificent views over the surrounding countryside, on the edge of the of village of Ashendon. Warming AGA in the kitchen and cosy open fire in the sitting room. Aylesbury 10 miles. (Ref. 28928)

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

7 nights from Mon 30th Dec was £806 £672

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A delightful, elevated, semi-detached cottage with mountain views resting in Dolwyddelan, Conwy, in the Snowdonia National Park. Close to amenities. Smart TV. Lovely countryside views. Betws-y-Coed 5.9 miles. (Ref. 1050800)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £946 £905

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

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A charming single-storey property resting in Shepherd’s Dene near Corbridge, Northumberland. Smart TV. Romantic. Rural. Near an AONB. Hexham 5.8 miles; Newcastle 18.9 miles. (Ref. 1059259)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £800 £765

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.