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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A stylish ground floor annexe sat in the village of Brynford in North Wales. Next to Holywell Golf Course. Delightful gardens. Livery stable available. (Ref. 968085)

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

Sat 19th Dec
for 7 nights From £627

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Modern Third floor, sea front apartment in Carbis Bay. Panoramic sea views. Freeview. Secure gated car park. Short walk to beach; St Ives 2.6 miles, Penzance 8.7 miles, Falmouth 20.8 miles (Ref. 1073897)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • £1875 off - Mon 21st Dec to 28th Dec 2026

  • £1875 off - Mon 28th Dec 2026 to 4th Jan 2027

Mon 21st Dec
for 7 nights was £3843 From £1945

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

2 Rose Cottage is a pleasant, mid-terrace cottage resting close to a beach near St Agnes, Cornwall, boasting a woodburning stove and enclosed garden. Perranporth 3.9 miles; Truro 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1169436)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £1291

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful, detached lodge resting in Garnett Bridge, Cumbria. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Windermere 9.4 miles; Ambleside 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1066267)

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

Tue 22nd Dec
for 7 nights was £1510 From £1448

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights From £2704

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An inviting, detached cottage settled in Pentre Du near Betws-y-Coed, North Wales. Within Eryri National Park. Romantic. Hot tub. Llanrwst 4.4 miles; Blaenau Ffestiniog 12 miles. (Ref. 1100182)

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

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £1115

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful thatched cottage 100 yards from Lough Derg. Open fire, original parlour, rowing boat available from owner. Woodford 6 miles. (Ref. 30577)

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

Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights From £1021

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

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Number 28 is a charming semi-detached house in Port Isaac, Cornwall, boasting an enclosed courtyard and easy access to the beach, shop, pub, and coastal walks. Polzeath 6.3 miles; Wadebridge 7.7 miles; Camelford 8.8 miles. (Ref. 1080682)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights was £1643 From £1525

Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights From £1351

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

North Bay View is a nicely-presented, ground-floor apartment located in the stunning seaside town of Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Near beach. Filey 11.3 miles; Scarborough 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1139157)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • 10% off - Fri 10th Jul to 17th Jul 2026

  • 10% off - Fri 17th Jul to 24th Jul 2026

  • 10% off - Fri 24th Jul to 31st Jul 2026

  • 10% off - Fri 31st Jul to 7th Aug 2026

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £850

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Shepherds Joy is a delightful shepherd's hut, with a private hot tub, situated in the little countryside village of Cheriton Fitzpaine in Devon. Thorverton 9.2 miles; Crediton 5.3 miles; Tiverton 10.1 miles; Exeter 12 miles. (Ref. 1162533)

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

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £882

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A spacious, one-bedroom lodge resting next to the owner’s home in a woodland setting near the village of Beauly, Highlands. Woodburning stove. Covered outdoor area with barbecue. Off-road parking. Inverness 10.1 miles. (Ref. 1133777)

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

Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights From £836

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A bright and contemporary first-floor apartment set within the town of Dartmouth, Devon. Outstanding views. Open-plan living. Central location. Brixham 5.3 miles; Totnes 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1065857)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £2597

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farm Retreat, a charming stone-built cottage on the outskirts of Austwick in North Yorkshire boasts a woodburning stove and nearby amenities. Settle 5.3 miles; Ingleton 6.4 miles; Skipton 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1199055)

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

Tue 22nd Dec
for 7 nights From £970

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

11 Clunie Street, a pleasant holiday home resting in the coastal town of Banff, Aberdeenshire. Smart TV. Close to beach. Near pub. Children welcome. Fraserburgh 23.2 miles; Elgin 34.9 miles; Aberdeen 46.4 miles. (Ref. 967388)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine

Sat 19th Dec
for 7 nights From £830

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful family-friendly property in the heart of the village of Banff, Scotland. Fantastic sea views and walking routes. WiFi. Surround sound. Games room. (Ref. 1013564)

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

Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights was £1620 From £1524

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Gowan Brae, a outstanding house in Criccieth, Gwynedd with stunning panoramic views, allowing pets, and proximity to the beach and Eryri National Park. Porthmadog 4.2 miles; Portmeirion 7.2 miles; Abersoch 15.6 miles. (Ref. 1179278)

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

Sat 19th Dec
for 7 nights From £3535

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Splendid barn conversion close to the Shropshire village of Burlton. Can be booked with property ref 980350. Open-plan. En-suites. Countryside views. Can be booked with 980350, sleeps 8 in total. (Ref. 974817)

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

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £671

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Grove Cottage, a detached cottage resting down a lane on an owner’s farm near the town of Leominster, Herefordshire. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Serene location. Hereford 10.4 miles; Ludlow 14.3 miles. (Ref. 1131713)

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

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £1162

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Plimoth N9 is a lovely, single-storey lodge located in Yarmouth, a seaside town on the Isle of Wight, only a short walk to a pub, beach, and river. Newport 11.1 miles; Ryde 17.6 miles. (Ref. 1171968)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

Sat 19th Dec
for 7 nights From £716

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.