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Cottages for Christmas And New Year

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A spacious holiday home resting in the coastal village of Benllech on the Isle of Anglesey. Seaside setting. Accessible accommodation. Woodburning stoves. Pet-friendly. Red Wharf Bay 1.6 miles; Beaumaris 8.7 miles. (Ref. 1014077)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A high-end, detached cottage set in the owner’s grounds in the village of Charminster, Dorset. Romantic base. Private garden. Pet free. Dorchester 2.3 miles; Weymouth 11.4 miles. (Ref. 1134976)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    3.6

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A lovely first floor apartment set back from the main road, in the seaside village of Brean, Somerset. Beach 2 mins away. WiFi. Perfect for exploring Somerset. Burnham-on-Sea 4 miles. (Ref. 939240)

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.5

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Sun Cottage is a delightful, three-bedroom dwelling resting in the heart of Looe, Cornwall. Near amenities and beach. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Central. Polperro 4.9 miles. (Ref. 1142066)

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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec $1552

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A contemporary, second-floor holiday apartment situated in the centre of Llandudno. Beach nearby. WiFi. Romantic base. Penrhyn Bay 3.3 miles; Conwy 4.6 miles. (Ref. 1098474)

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  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A charming cottage resting in Southerndown on the award-winning Heritage Coast, Vale of Glamorgan. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Beach nearby. Bridgend 4.8 miles; Porthcawl 10.4 miles. (Ref. 1134209)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A stunning wooden lodge lying in Huby, North Yorkshire. Beautiful rural location. Open-plan. Off-road parking. York 10 miles; Harrogate 23.6 miles. (Ref. 1025557)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec $1523

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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Lovely, traditional, mid-terrace cottage, close to the centre of Amble. Cosy, comfortable accommodation. Ideal for exploring Northumberland's beautiful Heritage Coast. Alnmouth 4 miles. (Ref. 1689)

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A charismatic lodge sitting on the edge of Narberth, Pembrokeshire. Woodburning Stove. Romantic setting. Fantastic views. Narberth 3.1 miles. Pembrokeshire Coast National Park 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1038860)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec $921

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A superb second-floor apartment resting in Pwllheli, Wales. Beach views. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Off-road parking. Abersoch 7.5 miles; Porthmadog 14 miles. (Ref. 1026229)

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A contemporary single-storey holiday home settled in the quaint village of Ewell Minnis, in Kent. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Whitfield 3.6 miles; Folkestone 6.8 miles; Canterbury 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1063676)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo
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This fantastic, two-bedroom holiday lodge rests in Winthorpe near Newark-On-Trent, Nottinghamshire. Smart TV. Enclosed decking. Ground-floor living. Open plan. Southwell 11 miles; Lincoln 16.6 miles; Nottingham 24.5 miles (Ref. 1124712)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was $884 $881

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.2

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A pretty annex resting within the owners' grounds the town of Dartford, Kent. Shared hot tub. Off-road parking. Serene location. Rochester 15.2 miles; London 19.7 miles. (Ref. 1105580)

  • Wi-fi
  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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Ocean Gem is a lovely bungalow resting in the town of Benllech, Anglesey. Sea views. Close to a shop and a pub. Close to a beach. Pet-friendly. Single-storey. Beaumaris 10 miles; Bangor 10.7 miles; Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park 16 miles. (Ref. 1151702)

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

7 nights from Mon 30th Dec $1133

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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Stunning holiday home with views over the harbour of Port Isaac. Private parking. Three bathrooms. (Ref. 1080306)

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes
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Daffodil Apartment is a lovely first-floor apartment resting in Redberth near St Florence, Pembrokeshire. Off-road parking. Electric fire. Rural location. St Florence 2.6 miles; Saundersfoot 4.5 miles; Tenby 5.1 miles. (Ref. 1136636)

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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec $781

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A wonderful barn conversion resting in Priddy, Somerset. Heart of the Mendips. Ground-floor living. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Coxley 7.4 miles; Shepton Mallet 10.4 miles; Glastonbury 11.4 miles. (Ref. 1003461)

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  • Sleeps50
  • Bedrooms18
  • PetsYes

    4.4

    Good

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Former hotel in the village of Burton Agnes between Bridlington and Driffield. All en-suite bedrooms, commercial kitchen, hot tub, large function room. Pub on-site. Close to Yorkshire coast and Yorkshire Wolds. Bridlington 6 miles. (Ref. 1149076)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A three-storey stone-built Victorian house resting in Alnmouth, Northumberland. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Barbecue. Warkworth 4.8 miles; Alnwick 5.1 miles; Amble 6.5 miles. (Ref. 1122187)

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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A remarkable three-storey former B&B settled in Glastonbury, Somerset. Enclosed garden. En-suite bathrooms. Washing machine. Pet-friendly. Wells 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1046697)

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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, 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.