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Cottages for Christmas And New Year

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A delightful, single storey cottage nestled in the sleepy hamlet of South Laggan, Scottish Highlands. Idyllic surroundings. Off-road parking. Garden. Spean Bridge 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1075107)

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

7 nights from Mon 30th Dec was £909 £869

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.3

    Good

  • Sykes rating

1 Millbank is a splendid cottage based in Keswick, Cumbria. Open-plan living. Walking location. Off-road parking. Bassenthwaite 7 miles; Ullswater 16.6 miles. (Ref. 1134546)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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This all-ground-floor cottage can be found on the coast of East Sussex. In close reach of the beach. Open-plan living. Private garden. Hastings 8.9 miles; Battle 13.3 miles. (Ref. 1039888)

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

7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec was £794 £717

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.5

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Set on a small development on the outskirts of LLangaffo, Cosy Barn is a delightful barn conversion. Rural setting with countryside views, TV. (Ref. 1008788)

  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 30th Dec was £953 £740

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A perfect choice for families or couples, this lovely end-townhouse, with stylish beach-inspired decor, provides free access to excellent leisure facilities including indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym. (Ref. 1015831)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec was £1162 £1010

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5

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Stone built terraced cottage short distance from St Ives. Vaulted ceilings, wood burning stove, enclosed gardens, distant sea views. Beach under 1 mile. Penzance 8 miles (Ref. 959744)

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

7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec was £1153 £971

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Delightful barn conversion with a cosy logburner set in an inglenook fireplace. Ideally located to explore the sights and delights of Snowdonia and The Lleyn. TV, DVD and WIFI.Bike/canoe storage with the added benefit of a wet room. (Ref. 1008718)

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

7 nights from Mon 30th Dec was £768 £710

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

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Spacious traditional-style cottage positioned near the County Mayo town of Knock. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Garden. Shop 2 miles, pub/restaurant 4 miles. (Ref. 1005392)

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

7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec was £626 £505

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

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Superb stone barn conversion on edge of Whitby. Open plan living area, mezzanine bedroom, ground floor bedroom with wet room. Woodburner. Off road parking. 1 mile walk to Whitby centre. (Ref. 915189)

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

7 nights from Mon 30th Dec was £923 £851

  • 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)

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

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

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.2

    Good

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This superb period cottage rests on the outskirts of Higher Clovelly, in Devon. Woodburning stove. Open-plan living. Bideford 10.4 miles. (Ref. 1026365)

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

7 nights from Mon 30th Dec was £1024 £936

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A delightful stone cottage resting on the outskirts of Skipton. Woodburning Stove. Countryside setting. Paddocks with farm animals. Grassington 10 miles; Keighley 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1042331)

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  • Off-road parking
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec was £1046 £956

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Stunning barn conversion, full of character with a spacious living room adding to the authentic rustic charm. Two bedrooms with a large vaulted master with exposed beams and en-suite and a twin with zip and link beds. Rural location 2 miles from Lanivet (Ref. 974708)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.4

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A charming holiday home in Boulmer near Longhoughton, Northumberland. Close to beach. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Woodburning stove. Alnwick 6.4 miles; Seahouses 16 miles; Bamburgh 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1122047)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Dishwasher
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.2

    Good

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A hand-crafted shepherd's hut resting in a scenic caravan site in Llanrug, North Wales. River views. Romantic. Off-road parking. Decked terrace. Caernarfon 4.3 miles; Llanberis 4.3 miles; Betws-y-Coed 20.6 miles. (Ref. 1106186)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A pretty and traditional bungalow resting in the town of Redruth, Cornwall. Accessible accommodation. Close to amenities. Electric fire. Camborne 4.2 miles; Penryn 7.4 miles; St Agnes 9.1 miles. (Ref. 1060635)

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

7 nights from Mon 30th Dec was £772 £681

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A charming two-bedroom cottage resting on a working farm in Goodmanham Wold, York. Woodburning stove. En-suite bedrooms. Private patio. York 24.1 miles. (Ref. 958392)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
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7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec was £817 £681

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5

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A beachfront semi-detached, single-storey cottage resting in Kewstoke, Somerset. Pet-friendly. Electric fire. Close to beach. Weston-super-Mare 3.6 miles; Clevedon 10.7 miles; Bristol 21 miles. (Ref. 1051449)

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

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £900 £760

  • Sleeps18
  • Bedrooms9
  • PetsYes

    4.3

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An immaculate, luxury house with two separate outhouses set in the Lancashire town of Clitheroe. Sauna suite. Gym. Cinema room. (Ref. 965445)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room
  • Sky TV

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £8505 £7802

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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Superb stable conversion, in peaceful countryside near Alnmouth. Romantic retreat with four poster bed. Glorious views. Alnmouth 1.5 miles. Short breaks all year. (Ref. 820)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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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.