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Cottages for Christmas And New Year

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Stunning luxury home in Tirril just a few miles from Ullswater. Open fire. Luxury kitchen. Four bathrooms. WiFi. Off-road parking. Penrith 4 miles. (Ref. 972480)

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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 29th Dec was £1944 £1773

  • Sleeps13
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A remarkable stone-built holiday home with annexe resting in the peaceful hamlet of Brackenber, Cumbria. En-suites. Ground-floor living. Countryside views. Appleby-In-Westmorland 2.9 mile; Penrith 16.5 miles; Pooley Bridge 19.2 miles. (Ref. 926047)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Fri 2nd Jan £2746

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This fabulous five-bedroom holiday home rests in Hay-on-Wye, Powys. Bedrooms with en-suites. Brecon 15.6 miles; Hereford 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1125474)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from Mon 29th Dec was £3238 £2929

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A beautifully-appointed, four-bedroom home resting in Holcombe, Somerset. Hot tub. Close to amenities. Characterful features. Games room. Enclosed garden. Near AONB. Radstock 4 miles; Wookey Hole 11.6 miles; Bath 12.7 miles; Bristol 19.8 miles. (Ref. 1136517)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from Mon 29th Dec was £2944 £2720

  • 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 Tue 30th Dec was £908 £899

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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A well-presented, end-of-terrace cottage based in Kirkton of Craig near Montrose. Woodburning stove. Idyllic location. Enclosed garden. Brechin 8.5 miles; Arbroath 11.3 miles. (Ref. 998091)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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The Pier House is a delightful, wood-clad property resting in Craobh Haven near Ardfern, Argyll and Bute. Stunning sea views. Coastal location. Ardfern 2.5 miles; Kilmelford 6.6 miles; Oban 22.1 miles. (Ref. 1093582)

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

7 nights from Sat 20th Dec £2748

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Cosy cottage near Welshpool, 19th century end-terrace barn conversion in centre of Castle Caereinion village. Well-equipped, comfortable accommodation. Excellent walking and cycling. Welshpool 4 miles. (Ref. 13771)

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

7 nights from Tue 30th Dec was £507 £502

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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This lovely, detached property rests in Highwood near Ringwood, Hampshire. In a National Park. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities. Bournemouth 13.9 miles; Poole 18.9 miles (Ref. 1124526)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 29th Dec was £2958 £2694

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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This charming farmhouse property rests in Falkirk, Stirlingshire. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Bedrooms with en-suites. Stenhousemuir 5.9 miles; Glasgow 24.4 miles; Edinburgh 27.5 miles. (Ref. 1085615)

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

7 nights from Fri 2nd Jan £2961

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Beautiful terraced farm cottage near Blairgowrie and surrounded by stunning Perthshire scenery. Superb base for exploring and ideal for fishing, walking, cycling and golf. Catering available. Blairgowrie 5 miles. (Ref. 28089)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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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 3rd Jan £1178

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.4

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A very spacious cottage in a traditional Cotswolds village. Warm and welcoming and presented in an attractive, contemporary style. Ideal for most Cotswolds hotspots. (Ref. 988704)

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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A stunning, detached property resting in Rhiw near Aberdaron, Gwynedd. Wonderful views. En-Suite bedrooms. Swimming pool. WiFi. Ground-floor living. Pet-friendly. Abersoch 7 miles; Pwllheli 11.4 miles. (Ref. 1098631)

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

7 nights from Mon 29th Dec £4967

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Outstanding

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Stunning Victorian 'Castle' sleeps 12 in Windermere, 6 luxury bedrooms all ensuite.Incredible views, lovely outdoor space. Children & Babies welcome. No pets. (Ref. 1042261)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 29th Dec was £4629 £4256

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.4

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A splendid country house close to Axmouth in Devon. Spacious. Extensive gardens. Open fires. WiFi. Dog-friendly. Family-friendly. Axmouth 0.7 miles; Seaton 2.1 miles; Lyme Regis 5.4 miles; Axminster 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1106520)

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A quaint cottage holiday home situated in the Port of Ness on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. Beachside. Couple’s getaway. Romantic. Ness 1.7 miles; Cross 2.6 miles; Stornoway 27 miles; Tarbert 61.2 miles. (Ref. 1110769)

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7 nights from Tue 30th Dec was £1111 £1100

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Beautifully presented, detached cottage located in Somerset countryside, near Wheddon Cross. Dog-friendly. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. WiFi. Minehead 5.1 miles; Dulverton 13 miles; Barnstaple 29.5 miles. (Ref. 1005110)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from Mon 29th Dec was £907 £822

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes
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A contemporary wooden-clad lodge idyllically positioned in Bourton-On-The-Water in Gloucestershire. Open-plan. Hot tub. En-suites. Stow-on-the-Wold 4.6 miles; Moreton-in-Marsh 8.9 miles; Chipping Norton 11 miles; Cheltenham 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1167795)

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  • Hot Tub
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes
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A remarkable, three-bedroom holiday home nestled in Little Rissington near Bourton-On-The-Water, Gloucestershire. Hot tub. Open-plan living. Family. Stow-on-the-Wold 4.6 miles; Moreton-in-Marsh 8.9 miles; Chipping Norton 11 miles; Cheltenham 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1167418)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine

An ideal way to spend time with those who mean the most during this festive time of year is with a stay at one of these cottages for Christmas and New Year. Whether it be a quiet Christmas break with loved ones or an exciting New Year's Eve celebration, there is bound to be a perfect letting for you in this fabulous collection!

Why Cottages for Christmas and New Year?

If you're seeking a fuss-free break this winter, then this selection of cottages for Christmas and New Year are perfect for you! They have been designed with the perfect winter break in mind, from properties of different styles and sizes to suit your winter plans, to spaces that have been kindly decorated by the owner for your convenience, so you can swiftly get the festivities going.

If you're seeking a quaint break in the country this season, there are plenty in this collection that offer opportunities to take in wintry vistas on a walk, before settling down for a festive meal at a traditional pub. Additionally, there are cottages in this selection that enjoy the coast where you can soak up the crisp, sea breeze with a trip to the beach, and warm yourself up by the fire in your home-from-home afterward.

Keen to get involved in the festivities? There are also fantastic lettings in this group that rest near towns and cities, hosting superb events and Christmas markets for you to visit.

Places to Visit at Christmas or New Year

Those seeking a peaceful break in the country this winter will be delighted with cottage in Cotswolds, home to a wealth of picturesque villages with festive activities for you to enjoy, from The Enchanted Christmas attraction at the Westonbirt's National Arboretum to the Spectacle of Light at Sudeley Castle near Winchcombe. The Scottish Highlands promise a marvellous, festive break with the Highland Wildlife Park offering you the chance to meet the resident polar bears, along with the opportunity to get your skis on and traverse the slopes of the Cairngorm Mountains. A fantastic blend of the coast and country can be enjoyed this season at North Wales or North York Moors & Coast, with national parks featuring winter bike rides and hikes, along with festive events at their breath-taking castles, including Castle Howard in Yorkshire and Gwrych Castle in Abergele. If you'd like to spend this winter by the coast, Cornwall is a fantastic destination, hosting the St Ives Light Up and Newquay with its entertaining New Year events.

Types of Holidays over Christmas and New Year

If you'd prefer to spend some time away with the family for Christmas specifically, browse this fabulous selection of cottages for Christmas and these cottages for Boxing Day, or take a look at these New Year cottages on offer to bring in the New Year surrounded by loved ones at a marvellous retreat! Those wanting to whisk away their loved ones or partner to a rustic getaway will be delighted by this array of Christmas lodges and cabins. If you'd rather enjoy a swift weekend away during the holidays, then these short breaks for Christmas and new year will not disappoint.