Holidays in December

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Front entrance of a red brick house with steps flower pot and windows at Esk Side Cottage Ruswarp
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Ruswarp, North Yorkshire, YO21
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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23 Mill Court, a friendly abode located in the village of Ruswarp in North Yorkshire. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Open plan. Near to shop and pub. Whitby 2.1 miles; Robin Hood's Bay 6.6 miles. (Ref. 1154525)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec $563

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A beige house with tiled roof and white framed windows on a street with green bushes and flowers at Glebe House in Wells
21
Wells, Somerset, BA5
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A large house situated in the village of Wookey close to Wells in Somerset. Wood burner. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Wells 3 miles; Glastonbury 8 miles; Bath 23 miles. (Ref. 980891)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sat 6th Dec $541

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Stone buildings with slate roofs and solar panels surrounded by garden and trees at Little Cow House in Pontfaen near Chirk
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Pontfaen near Chirk, Shropshire, LL14
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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A superb, three bedroom barn conversion set in the Ceiriog Valley overlooking the Chirk Aqueduct and Viaduct close to Chirk. Welcoming character property with modernised fixtures and features. Chirk 1 mile. (Ref. 929056)

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  • Off-road parking
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec $603

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A single-story house with a tiled roof and windows near a corner lawn with red flower pots at 1 Westenra Gardens Cruden Bay
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Cruden Bay, Aberdeenshire, AB42
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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A lovely detached bungalow resting in Cruden Bay, Aberdeenshire. Garden. Off-road parking. Single storey. Peterhead 0.5 miles; Ellon 17.6 miles; Aberdeen 31.9 miles (Ref. 1129327)

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

7 nights from Sat 6th Dec $586

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A two-story semi-detached house with a gravel driveway and shrubs at Min Y Don in Conwy
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Conwy, Conwy, LL28
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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A magnificent, semi-detached property nestled in Llansanffraid Glan Conwy near Llandudno Junction. Estuary and mountain views. Ideal for families. Enclosed garden. Conwy 3.5 miles; Llandudno 5.3 miles. (Ref. 1063961)

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  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec $722

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A white and black two-story house with a tiled roof and paved driveway at Mountain View in Conwy
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Conwy, Conwy, LL32
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

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Lovely semi-detached cottage near Conwy. Open plan living area with woodburner. Beautiful views available from the garden and balcony. Conwy 1 mile. (Ref. 22625)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec $587

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An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and plants in front of a stone building with signs for Bluebell Home and Gifts and Cobblestones Cafe at 2 The Square in Grassington
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Grassington, Yorkshire Dales, BD23
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

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A traditional, mid-terrace cottage resting at the cobbled centre of Grassington. Three floors. Electric fire. Off-road parking. Skipton 9.2 miles; Ilkley 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1067952)

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7 nights from Sat 6th Dec $769

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The exterior of a single-story house with a garage door a lamppost a stone retaining wall and potted plants at Bankwell Cottage in Causey near Sunniside
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Causey near Sunniside, Tyne and Wear, NE16
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

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A spacious, detached barn conversion in the village of Causey near Sunniside, County Durham. Countryside views. Close to heritage railway line. Enclosed garden. Barbecue. Pet-friendly. Beamish 3.9 miles; Gateshead 5.3 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 7 miles. (Ref. 1013292)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Tue 30th Dec $1314

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A single-story house with a tiled roof and large paved driveway in front surrounded by leafless trees at The Hemploe in Sutton-On-Sea
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Sutton-On-Sea, Lincolnshire, LN12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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A spacious, dormer bungalow resting in Sutton on Sea, just a short walk from the beach. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Ample off-road parking. Mablethorpe 2.1 miles; Ingoldmells 11 miles. (Ref. 1053149)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from Sat 6th Dec $605

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A brick bungalow with a driveway and a small flower garden next to a dirt road at Starfield in Skellingthorpe
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Skellingthorpe, Lincolnshire, LN6
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

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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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  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sat 6th Dec $587

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An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs next to a brick house with solar panels on the roof at The Old Byre in Woodfalls
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Woodfalls, Wiltshire, SP5
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

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The Old Byre is a charming cottage located outside of the quaint village of Woodfalls in Wiltshire. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Downton 1.4 miles; Salisbury 9.3 miles; Southampton 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1132194)

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

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec $898

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The exterior of a white building with large windows grey garage doors and planters with greenery on a stone wall at Tipsy Bee in Bowness-On-Windermere
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Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

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Tipsy Bee (4 Elim Mews) is a stylish property situated in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District. Feature electric fire. Smart TV. Washing machine. Windermere 1 mile; Ambleside 5.6 miles. (Ref. 1116108)

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

7 nights from Sat 13th Dec $1062

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An outdoor patio area with a wooden table and black chairs and a closed umbrella at Ptarmigan in Garlieston
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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)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sat 13th Dec $624

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An exterior view of a two-story house with stone and wood siding a paved patio and gravel driveway at Oak Apple Cottage in Presteigne
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Presteigne, Powys, LD8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Oak Apple Cottage is a stunning detached cottage in Presteigne, Powys. Woodburning stove. Family-friendly. Dog-friendly. Impressive views. Great location. Hay-on-Wye 19.9 miles. Ludlow 21.4 miles. Hereford 23.8 miles. (Ref. 1150697)

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

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec $732

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The exterior of a two-story house with a white door and windows a driveway with a car a concrete path leading to a white gate and green bushes at Sylvannah in Buxton
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33
Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Sylvannah, a beautifully-presented holiday home is located in the stunning spa town of Buxton. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Close to Peak District National Park. Tideswell 7.1 miles; Bakewell 11.6 miles; Matlock 20 miles. (Ref. 1077186)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec $566

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A single-story house next to a garden with shrubs and trees under a clear blue sky at Culreach Lodge in Grantown-on-Spey near Nethy Bridge
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Grantown-on-Spey near Nethy Bridge, Cairngorms National Park, PH26
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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 $929

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A living room with red sofas a television on a wooden stand two small wooden tables and sliding glass doors with curtains at The Loft in Bude
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Bude, Cornwall, EX23
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Modern, semi-detached three-storey house. Peaceful location. Off road parking. Shops, bars, restaurants and sandy beaches short stroll. In Bude. (Ref. 976345)

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

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec $857

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A stone house with black doors and windows and a wooden table with two chairs on grass at Johnson's Cottage in Brandon near Cloghane
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Brandon near Cloghane, V92 C
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

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Johnson's Cottage is an attractive stone abode set in the countryside of Brandon near Cloghane, County Kerry, enjoying woodburning stoves and a balcony. Dingle 11.8 miles; Tralee 25.5 miles; Killarney 41.3 miles. (Ref. 1171243)

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

7 nights from Sat 6th Dec $630

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An exterior view of a two-story black wooden and brick building with a garden patio and lawn at The Hayloft in Ross-on-Wye
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Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A delightful barn conversion located close to Ross-On-Wye in Herefordshire. Breakfast bar. Woodburning stove. Symonds Yat 6.8 miles; Monmouth 10.5 miles. (Ref. 953743)

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

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec $921

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A stone house with orange roof tiles and white windows next to an open wooden gate and gravel driveway at Garden House in Northwold
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Northwold, Norfolk, IP26
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A traditional, characterful property in the quiet town of Northwold, Thetford. Original features. Enclosed garden. Thetford Forest Park 8.9 miles. (Ref. 988047)

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  • Dishwasher
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7 nights from Sat 13th Dec $590

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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!