Holidays in December

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Holidays in December

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An outdoor courtyard with gravel ground stone planter wooden benches tables with umbrellas and a blue door on a stone building at The Old Carriage Court in Kidwelly
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44
Kidwelly, Sir Gaerfyrddin / Carmarthenshire, SA17
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This contemporary-styled property rests in west Wales, on the outskirts of Kidwelly. All-ground-floor. Historic surroundings. Open-plan living. Carmarthen 7.3 miles; Llanelli 11.6 miles; Swansea 22.8 miles. (Ref. 984473)

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

7 nights from Fri 12th Dec was £1315 £1255

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A house with a gray roof surrounded by flowering shrubs overlooking a body of water with mountains in the distance at Calmdale in Inverasdale near Poolewe
48
Inverasdale near Poolewe, Highland, IV22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

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Calmdale is a charming, detached, single-storey cottage set in the beautiful hamlet of Inverasdale near Poolewe in Highland, enjoying Loch and mountain views. Dingwall 68.1 miles; Ullapool 54.3 miles. (Ref. 1161580)

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

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec £1010

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A row of shops on a street including a bespoke tailoring shop and a gelato store at The Flat in Barnard Castle
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32
Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A first class 18th century apartment located in the centre of Barnard Castle. Stylish throughout with a blend of modern and original features. WiFi. Off road parking. Perfect location for a romantic break. (Ref. 918609)

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

7 nights from Fri 12th Dec was £359 £343

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A house with a garden and patio area at HollyDale in Bradnop near Leek
78
Bradnop near Leek, Staffordshire, ST13
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Holly Dale, an impressive retreat, rests on the outskirts of Leek in Staffordshire, boasting a hot tub, a woodburning stove, and a pet-friendly policy. Buxton and Ashbourne 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1164383)

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

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £1721

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An outdoor area with a house and patio at The Canalside Cottage in Derby
49
Shardlow, Derbyshire, DE72
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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The Canalside Cottage is a stunning, single-storey cottage located near Shardlow, Derbyshire, boasting open-plan living, EV charging, and canal views. Derby 8.8 miles; Loughborough 10.7 miles; Nottingham 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1177941)

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

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £655

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An outdoor patio area with a wooden table and black chairs and a closed umbrella at Ptarmigan in Garlieston
46
Garlieston, Dumfries & Galloway, DG8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

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Ptarmigan is a family-friendly terraced home with sea views and off-road parking, located in the coastal village of Garlieston in Dumfries and Galloway. Wigtown 8 miles; Newton Stewart 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1159924)

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

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £461

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A deck with furniture and a view at 8 Puffin Way Llwyngwril
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Llwyngwril, Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park, LL37
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Puffin Way Holiday Caravan is a well-presented, single-storey caravan situated in Llwyngwril, Gwynedd, boasting a private decking area and sea views. Llwyngwril 0.7 miles; Tywyn 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1177578)

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

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £429

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A wooden cabin with a deck and outdoor furniture beside a lake with other similar cabins nearby at Otters Reach near Carnforth
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Holiday Park

near Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Otters Reach is a gorgeous, single-storey lodge located on the outskirts of Carnforth in Lancashire, boasting lake views, an electric fire, and a Smart TV. Capernwray 3.2 miles; Lake District 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1167827)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from Mon 29th Dec £906

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A two-story brick house with bay windows and a gravel pathway leading to the entrance surrounded by grass and bushes at Seawinds in Rhos-On-Sea
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Rhos-On-Sea, Conwy, LL28
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A wonderful two-bedroom, ground-floor apartment resting in Rhos-On-Sea, North Wales. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. Near a beach. Close to amenities. Colwyn Bay 1.1 miles; Llandudno 4.5 miles; Betws-y-Coed 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1079306)

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

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7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £508

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A view of a brick house behind a stone wall and open gate with a driveway at Malthouse Farm in Heacham
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Heacham, Norfolk, PE31
  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Malthouse Farm is a stunning farmhouse located in the town of Heacham in Norfolk. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Close to local amenities. Near the coast. Hunstanton 3 miles; Fakenham 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1159605)

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

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £1712

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An outdoor view of houses on a hillside at Number 42 Wemyss Bay
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Wemyss Bay, Inverclyde, PA18
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Number 42 is a well-presented, pet-friendly and single-storey lodge on the Wemyss Bay Holiday Park in Inverclyde, with access to a on-site facilities. Skelmorlie 1.1 miles; Port Glasgow 12.2 miles; City of Glasgow 34.8 miles (Ref. 1174777)

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

7 nights from Mon 8th Dec £471

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A stone house with a slate roof and outdoor wooden picnic tables with umbrellas in a grassy yard at Dallicar House in Giggleswick near Settle
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Giggleswick near Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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This magnificent barn conversion is based in Giggleswick, North Yorkshire. All en-suites. Hot tub. Spacious rooms. Country views. Settle 1.3 miles; Ingleton 10 miles. (Ref. 985150)

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

7 nights from Mon 8th Dec £2131

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A stone exterior cottage with light green doors and windows and a wooden bench outside Plas Tirion Cottage Mostyn near Holywell
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Mostyn near Holywell, Flintshire, CH8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A superb detached stone cottage with estuary views, 1.5 miles from Mostyn village. Modern and stylish open plan layout, woodburning stove. Stabling option with managed livery. Chester 27 miles. (Ref. 932781)

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

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec was £371 £337

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A living room with a television and fireplace at Ashlea in Oxton near Lauder
33
Oxton near Lauder, Scottish Borders, TD2
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Ashlea is a stylish and pet-friendly, end-terrace cottage situated in the small village of Oxton near Lauder at the edge of the Scottish Borders. Edinburgh 22.7 miles; Glasgow 66.6 miles. (Ref. 1168035)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from Mon 22nd Dec £760

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A stone building exterior with a half door and two windows at Beudy Pwll Pridd in Llangollen
57
Llangollen, Denbighshire, LL21
  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Beudy Pwll Pridd is a fabulous, family-friendly barn conversion in Bryneglwys near Llangollen, Denbighshire with lovely views, a private hot tub and a barbecue. Ruthin 8.7 miles; Ruthin 15 mins (Ref. 1162911)

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

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £981

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A house with stone and wood exterior large windows garden benches and a wooden shed in the yard at Woodend Croft in Pitmedden
53
Pitmedden, Aberdeenshire, AB41
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A fantastic, detached holiday home in Pitmedden, Aberdeenshire. Dog-friendly. Hot tub. Enclosed, rear garden. Off-road parking. Ellon 5.1 miles; Aberdeen 15 miles; Peterhead 22.8 miles. (Ref. 1123197)

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

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £1040

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Exterior view of a house with hanging flower baskets and a black front door at Howard Cottage in North Littleton near Offenham
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North Littleton near Offenham, Worcestershire, WR11
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Howard Cottage is a delightful single-storey abode accepting pets, with a toasty fire and spacious garden, resting in North Littleton, Worcestershire. Bretforton 3.8 miles; Evesham 4.5 miles; Stratford-upon-Avon 12.7 miles. (Ref. 1163264)

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

7 nights from Fri 12th Dec £595

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An outdoor patio with wooden chairs and a table overlooking the sea at Balog Farm in Amlwch
56
Amlwch, Ynys Môn / Isle of Anglesey, LL68
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Balog Farm is a wonderfully-designed, detached abode situated in Llaneilian enjoying the tranquil sea views of Anglesey. Smart TV. Ground floor living. Bull Bay 4 miles; Cemaes 7.7 miles; Holyhead 22 miles; Llangefni 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1066803)

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

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £905

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An outdoor stone terrace with a round glass table set for a meal overlooking a coastal view at Suntrap House in Portloe
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Portloe, Cornwall, TR2
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Trap House is a charming, pet-friendly house situated near a beach in Portloe, Cornwall, boasting stunning coastal views and private patio with furniture. Truro 11.6 miles; St Austell 13 miles; Newquay 21.5 miles. (Ref. 1164794)

  • Wi-fi

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £461

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A house with a garage and flower boxes at Clarmes House in Limavady
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32
Crindle near Limavady, County Londonderry, BT49
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

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Clarmes House is a gorgeous, single-storey home resting in Crindle near Limavady in County Londonderry, welcoming pets and boasting enclosed gardens. Coleraine 15.9 miles; Derry 17.3 miles. (Ref. 1179438)

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

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec was £788 £707

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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!