Holidays in December

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A Grade II listed barn conversion settled into the town of Chipping Sodbury, Gloucestershire. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Bristol 13.2 miles; Chippenham 19.6 miles; Portishead 27.7 miles. (Ref. 1122756)

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  • Sleeps8
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    4.9

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A lovely barn conversation, in a secluded edge of village location, just few minutes by foot or bike from Carsington Water. Exposed beams. En-suite. Ashbourne 5.9 miles; Derby 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1062892)

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  • Sleeps4
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A fabulous, two-bedroom barn conversion resting rurally at Langley Ridge Farm near Shipton-Under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire. Countryside views. In AONB. Woodburning stove. Stylish. Leafield 1.8 miles; Chipping Norton 7 miles; Bourton-on-the-Water 14.9 miles. (Ref. 1133364)

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7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £727

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    5.0

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A single-storey timber lodge set in an idyllic orchard on the owner's farm in Hallow, near Lower Broadheath in Worcestershire. Open-plan. Farm tours. Off-road parking. Rural setting. Worcester 5.4 miles; Hereford 29.9 miles. (Ref. 1027511)

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7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £624

  • Sleeps5
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    4.9

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Ty Gwyn, a farm cottage settled in a rural location near Llanfair Caereinion, Powys. Pet-friendly. Countryside location. Child-friendly. Welshpool 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1039255)

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  • Sleeps5
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    4.8

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A lovely, semi-detached stone cottage set on the outskirts of the village of Wortley. Rural surroundings. Pet-friendly. Sheffield 10.5 miles. (Ref. 1010259)

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7 nights from Mon 29th Dec was £920 £834

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    5.0

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A quaint bungalow overlooking Cruden Bay Golf course, Aberdeenshire. Sea views. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Peterhead 8.3 miles; Ellon 11.3 miles; Aberdeen 22.9 miles. (Ref. 1098838)

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A wonderfully renovated sandstone cottage resting in Ruthin, North Wales. WiFi. Underfloor heating. Smart TV. En-suite. Hot tub. Enclosed garden. Llangollen 16.7 miles; Bala 22.7 miles; Chester 24.8 miles; Betws-y-Coed 25.5 miles. (Ref. 1071997)

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7 nights from Fri 12th Dec was £794 £713

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    5.0

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Barcud Coch - Red Kite is a contemporary, single-storey, detached home resting in Berriew near Montgomery, Powys. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Churchstoke 8.7 miles; Welshpool 8 miles; Bishop's Castle 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1125354)

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  • Sleeps2
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A brightly decorated property resting within the village of Burton Bradstock, Dorset. Couples retreat. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities and beach. Bridport 3.1 miles; Weymouth 15.7 miles; Dorchester 15.5 miles; Yeovil 22.4 miles. (Ref. 1118787)

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7 nights from Sat 6th Dec was £510 £509

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A contemporary holiday home nestled in the heart of Canterbury, Kent. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Woodburning stove. Whitstable 6.5 miles; Herne Bay 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1087113)

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  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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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)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Fri 12th Dec was £1713 £1712

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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This homely bungalow is located in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk. Enclosed garden. Electric fire. Near beach. Holkham 3.1 miles; Burnham Market 6.2 miles; Fakenham 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1075458)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £762

  • 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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7 nights from Sat 13th Dec was £508 £461

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Rockhill Farmhouse, a beautiful stone cottage lies in the quaint town of Clun, within Shropshire Hill Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Garden. BBQ. Clun 1.5 miles; Bishop's Castle 7.2 miles; Ludlow 19.2 miles. (Ref. 1096616)

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A beautifully presented property resting in a residential area of Heiton, Scottish Borders. WiFi. Smart TV. Terraced garden. Jedburgh 9 miles; Wooler 23 miles. (Ref. 1101185)

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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This impressive, detached cottage rests in an idyllic position in Wales, close to the coast. Open-plan living with woodburning stove. Games room with indoor heated pool. Hot tub. Sky TV. Trelawnyd 1.8 miles; Prestatyn 5.4 miles. (Ref. 952008)

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  • Swimming pool
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
  • Sky TV
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Heilan Roo is a stunning, contemporary property in Killiecrankie near Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross. Close to a river. Close to a pub. Near National Park. Cairngorms National Park 3.3 miles; Blair Atholl 3.4 miles; Pitlochry 3.6 miles. (Ref. 1056397)

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7 nights from Mon 22nd Dec was £4549 £4144

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Beth's Cottage, a splendid holiday cottage resting just outside Sherburn, North Yorkshire. Open-plan living space. Single-storey. Enclosed garden. Filey 15.2 miles; Scarborough 15.4 miles; York 25.6 miles. (Ref. 1148578)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £644

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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A single-storey annex resting in the bustling seaside town of Bridlington, North Yorkshire. Single storey. Open-plan. Garden. Wilsthorpe 3 miles; The Bay Beach 8.8 miles; Scarborough 18 miles. (Ref. 1127865)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

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!