Holidays in December

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Holidays in December

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Hill Brook Barn - 1034985 - photo 1
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Chatburn, Lancashire, BB7
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

This contemporary-styled holiday cottage can be found in Grindleton near Chatburn, Lancashire. Remote position. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Clitheroe 4.7 miles; Skipton 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1034985)

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

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec €1019

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Holly Cottage - 1095211 - photo 1
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Stratford-Upon-Avon, Central England, CV37
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A contemporary two-bedroom holiday home settled on the outskirts of Stratford-upon-Avon in the West Midlands. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Rural. Royal Leamington Spa 14.1 miles; Warwick 17.9 miles. (Ref. 1095211)

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

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec €792

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Stables Annex - 1164687 - photo 1
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Thorpe Arnold near Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE14
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

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Stables Annex is a wonderful cottage located on the outskirts of Melton Mowbray in Leicestershire, enjoying a rural setting and a pet-friendly policy. Oakham 11.5 miles, Rutland 16.2 miles, Leicester 17.3 miles; Nottingham 21.5 miles. (Ref. 1164687)

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7 nights from Sun 14th Dec €584

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Oakdene Country House - 1022219 - photo 1
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Sedbergh, Yorkshire Dales, LA10
  • 23 Guests
  • 11 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A beautiful Victorian house lying amidst the hills in the Yorkshire Dales National Park in Sedbergh. Woodburning stove. Two hot tubs. Ideal for large families. Incredible views. Kendal 12.3 miles; Hawes 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1022219)

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

7 nights from Fri 12th Dec €5818

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Torview House - 1058613 - photo 1
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Lyne Station near Peebles, Scottish Borders, EH45
  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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A wonderful detached cottage situated in Lyne Station, Scotland. Ground-floor accommodation. Great for families. Pet-friendly. Penicuik 13.3 miles. Edinburgh 22.4 miles. Melrose 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1058613)

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

7 nights from Mon 8th Dec €1950

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5 Hamilton Terrace - 1162832 - photo 1
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Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire, HG3
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

5 Hamilton Terrace is a quaint mid-terrace sitting at the top of the lovely village of Pateley Bridge, Yorkshire, with a woodburning stove and parking. Grassington 10.6 miles; Ripon 11.8 miles; Harrogate 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1162832)

  • Wi-fi
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7 nights from Mon 1st Dec €581

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Culreach Lodge - 1062165 - photo 1
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Grantown-on-Spey near Nethy Bridge, Cairngorms National Park, PH26
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

This impressive bungalow rests in Grantown-on-Spey near Nethy Bridge, Scottish Highlands. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Ground-floor living. Bedroom with en-suite. Nethy Bridge 2.5 miles; Boat of Garten 6.5 miles; Aviemore 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1062165)

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

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec €821

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Starfield - 982878 - photo 1
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Skellingthorpe, Lincolnshire, LN6
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Attractive detached cottage in the village of Skellingthorpe. WiFi. Smart TV. Pet friendly. Open-plan living. Pub and shop 2 mins walk. Lincoln 5 miles. Enclosed garden (Ref. 982878)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sat 6th Dec €512

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1 De Courcey House - 1130718 - photo 1
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Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

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A stylish first-floor apartment resting in the centre of Dartmouth, Devon. Allocated parking. Smart TV. In an AONB. En-suite bedrooms. Totnes 14.1 miles. (Ref. 1130718)

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7 nights from Mon 1st Dec €882

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Applegarth - 1067266 - photo 1
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Cloughton, North York Moors National Park, YO13
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A pretty, detached cottage situated in the quaint village of Cloughton, on the edge of the North York Moors. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Ideal for families. Scarborough 5.4 miles; Bridlington 22.4 miles. (Ref. 1067266)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sat 13th Dec €562

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Lake View Lodge - 1002469 - photo 1
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Marston near Barkston, Lincolnshire, NG32
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.6

    Sykes Rating

This delightful country lodge is based in Barkston, Lincolnshire. En-suite. Decking area. Open-plan living. Marston 3.2 miles; Grantham 4 miles. (Ref. 1002469)

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

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec €585

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Ptarmigan - 1159924 - photo 1
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Garlieston, Dumfries & Galloway, DG8
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

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)

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

7 nights from Sat 13th Dec €598

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Woodpecker Barn - 1021868 - photo 1
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Hensol near Pontyclun, South Wales & Pembrokeshire, CF72
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A beautiful barn conversion sitting within a remote position in Hensol near Pontyclun, Wales. Pet-friendly. Private garden. Open-plan. Underfloor heating. Cardiff 11.4 miles; Port Talbot 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1021868)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec €493

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13 The Crescent - 1091572 - photo 1
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Rhos-On-Sea, Conwy, LL28
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.7

    Sykes Rating

A fabulous three-bedroom cottage resting in Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy. Pet-friendly. Close to beach. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Colwyn Bay 2.1 miles; Llandudno 3.8 miles; Betws-y-Coed 19.2 miles. (Ref. 1091572)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec €589

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Mill Dam Farm Cottage - 945189 - photo 1
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High Bentham, Yorkshire Dales - South, LA2
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A wonderful semi-detached cottage located on the outskirts of Bentham in North Yorkshire. Spacious retreat. Family friendly. Views over the Peaks. Elevated position. Ingleton 3 miles; Kirkby Lonsdale 10 miles. (Ref. 945189)

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

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec €612

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The Herun - 1051425 - photo 1
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Rhosneigr, Ynys Môn / Isle of Anglesey, LL64
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

This enticing all-ground-floor holiday home rests in Rhosneigr on the Isle of Anglesey, Wales. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Open-plan living. Smart TV, Log burner, Alexa Fast Wifi, enclosed garden and short stroll to both beaches, shops, restaurants. (Ref. 1051425)

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

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec €1267

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Eleri Cottage - 1048537 - photo 1
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40
Great Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14
  • 7 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A detached property resting on the outskirts of Malvern. Two pets welcome. WiFi. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Worcester 8.4 miles; Ross-on-Wye 21 miles. (Ref. 1048537)

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

7 nights from Fri 12th Dec €820

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Shepherds House - 1084109 - photo 1
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Lowick, Northumberland, TD15
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A contemporary holiday home resting on the outskirts of Lowick in Northumberland. Dog-friendly. Games room. Near a National Park. Holy Island 9.2 miles; Alnwick 24.9 miles; Edinburgh 68.2 miles. (Ref. 1084109)

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

7 nights from Fri 19th Dec €3717

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27-29 St. Marys Place - 962856 - photo 1
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Kirkcudbright, Dumfries & Galloway, DG6
  • 4 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

Delightful mid-terrace cottage in the heart of lovely Kirkcudbright on Scotland's beautiful Galloway coast. Perfect for families or couples. Enclosed garden. Ideal for exploring this historic town, and the surrounding countryside. Dumfries 25 miles. (Ref. 962856)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sat 6th Dec €441

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Cwm heulog - 1064723 - photo 1
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Llanfair Talhaiarn, Conwy, LL22
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

A well-presented bungalow resting on a working farm, close to Abergele, North Wales. Rural location. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Rhos-on-sea 8.9 miles; Conwy 12.8 miles; Llandudno 12.8 miles. (Ref. 1064723)

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

7 nights from Fri 12th Dec €516

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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!