Short Break Cottages For Christmas And New Year

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This fantastic reverse-level barn conversion rests in Cross Keys, Herefordshire. Hot tub. Open-plan living. Garden with furniture. Countryside views. Leominster 11.3 miles. (Ref. 1066966)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • 5% off - Fri 5th Dec to 29th Dec 2025

Fri 2nd Jan
for 3 nights was £732 £577

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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A characterful and contemporary cottage resting on the outskirts of the burgh town of Buckie in Scotland. Open-plan. Woodburning stove. Partial ground-floor living. Countryside views. Pet-friendly. Smart TV. Buckie centre 5.6 miles; Elgin 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1020445)

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

Fri 19th Dec
for 3 nights was £557 £392

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A fabulous, mid-terrace cottage resting in the centre of Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Allocated parking. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Church Stretton 14.6 miles; Much Wenlock 13.6 miles; Telford 16 miles (Ref. 1059216)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Fri 2nd Jan
for 3 nights £785

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A stunning, detached property resting in Ewesley near Rothbury, Northumberland. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Beautiful views. Alnwick 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1086030)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

Fri 2nd Jan
for 3 nights was £1870 £1087

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This lovely, detached lodge sits in Cadeleigh near Tiverton, Devon. Off-road parking. Romantic. Beautiful views. Wood fired hot tub. Ground-floor living. Elevated position. Smart TV. Crediton 9.3 miles; Exeter 13.5 miles. (Ref. 1072856)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher

Fri 19th Dec
for 3 nights was £506 £380

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A modern, wooden lodge placed in the suburbs of Richmond in North Yorkshire. Open-plan living. En-suite. Hot tub. (Ref. 979659)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • 20% off - Mon 1st Dec to 23rd Dec 2025

Sat 20th Dec
for 3 nights £382

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Pretty shepherd's hut located on the fringes of Canterbury, near Barham in Kent. WiFi. Countryside views. Log burner. Pub 1.2 miles. Canterbury 7.4 miles; Dover 14.2 miles (Ref. 1075279)

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

Sat 20th Dec
for 3 nights £301

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

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A superb apartment, situated within the bustling town of Whitby. Designated parking. WiFi. Open-plan living. Runswick Bay 8.4 miles. (Ref. 998757)

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  • Baby-friendly

Fri 2nd Jan
for 3 nights was £1140 £603

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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Leeward is a delightful, second-floor apartment resting in the seaside town of Dartmouth, Devon. Close to a beach. Close to a shop and pub. Harbour views. Brixham 4.8 miles; Paignton 7.9 miles; Totnes 14.1 miles. (Ref. 1141362)

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Fri 2nd Jan
for 3 nights was £677 £506

  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Glanduad Fawr is an outstanding holiday home near Nevern in Pembrokeshire. Family-friendly. Dog-friendly. Spacious. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Cardigan 8.1 miles. Fishguard 11.2 miles. Aberporth 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1144820)

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

Fri 19th Dec
for 3 nights £1060

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

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A detached lodge resting on the outskirts of Bushmills. Open-plan living. Ground floor accommodation. Giant's Causeway 5 miles; Ballycastle 8 miles. (Ref. 1004376)

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

Fri 19th Dec
for 3 nights £350

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A gorgeous mid-terraced holiday home in the exciting town centre of Newport in Pembrokeshire. Private garden. Near coast. WiFi. Fishguard 7 miles; Cardigan 12 miles. (Ref. 1045236)

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Sat 20th Dec
for 3 nights £507

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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17 Meadow Retreat is a charming, single-storey holiday lodge situated in the peaceful village of Dobwalls in Cornwall with a toasty woodburning stove. Liskeard 3.2 miles; Looe 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1172393)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • 10% off - Fri 31st Oct to 19th Dec 2025

Thu 1st Jan
for 3 nights £389

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

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This excellent pod rests in Diddlebury near Ludlow, Shropshire. WiFi. Open-plan. Quirky. Hot tub. Patio. Private parking. Stokesay 6.8 miles; Church Stretton 9.1 miles; Ludlow 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1081379)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub

Sun 28th Dec
for 3 nights £505

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

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A character property resting on the outskirts of Solva. Ground-floor bedroom. WiFi. St Davids 3 miles; Haverfordwest 12 miles. (Ref. 1007398)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

Thu 25th Dec
for 3 nights £491

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

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Under Oak Pod is an intimate property near Diptford, Devon, that accepts pets whilst boasting a private outdoor hot tub and amazing countryside views. Totnes 5 miles; Kingsbridge 11.6 miles; Stoke Fleming 14.5 miles. (Ref. 1166416)

  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub

Fri 19th Dec
for 3 nights £461

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Holm Oak Lodge is a delightful, single-storey lodge located near Tendring, Essex, well-positioned to nearby amenities and boasting a woodburning stove. Holland-on-Sea 8.1 miles; Frinton-on-Sea 19.8 miles; Colchester 19.8 miles. (Ref. 1163023)

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

Thu 1st Jan
for 3 nights £462

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming, detached shepherd's hut resting in Napton near Napton-On-The-Hill, Warwickshire. Close to amenities. Romantic. Ground-floor living. Southam 3.5 miles; Stratford-upon-Avon 23.7 miles. (Ref. 1099433)

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

Thu 1st Jan
for 3 nights £306

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Bryn Moelyn Cottage, a stunning, stone-built cottage resting in Yr Efail near Morfa Nefyn, Gwynedd. Near AONB. Near National Park. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Morfa Nefyn 3.9 miles; Pwllheli 4 miles. (Ref. 1102052)

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

Fri 2nd Jan
for 3 nights was £848 £559

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • 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)

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

Sat 27th Dec
for 3 nights £512

Looking for short breaks for Christmas? Perhaps you're in the market for a short break at New Year? You're sure to find something for you in this collection of festive breaks! Whether you're looking for Twixmas breaks, Christmas trips, or New Year's getaways, there is bound to be something for you here.

You're probably thinking, what is Twixmas? This word refers to the period between Christmas and New Year (27th-30th December) when you can take a much-needed break from work and obligations.

Why Short Christmas and New Year's Breaks?

Those who lead a busy lifestyle and want to make the most of Twixmas will easily find the ideal holiday home from this selection of short breaks between Christmas and New Year. This array of short break Christmas cottages rest near beautiful sights and festive activities without the need to go through the stress of travelling abroad, so you can enjoy a short but blissful stay with your family during this jolly time.

This collection of short Christmas breaks is also perfect for those who want to escape the everyday with their partner for a more intimate and peaceful winter getaway. The larger properties are ideal for families who want to get together and enjoy a New Year's celebration. Whatever your plans for this time, there is bound to be a property in this list that provides a superb base for you.

Places to Visit on a Short Break at Christmas or New Year

Visit the Scottish Highlands & Islands during your Twixmas break and discover the plethora of Christmas markets lining the streets of the historic cities. Or, try your hand at skiing in the Cairngorms National Park!

For a short festive break in a destination that will leave you feeling perfectly relaxed, choose the Cotswolds with its beautiful landmarks, including Blenheim Palace. Venture to Cornwall for a long weekend by the coast this winter, enjoying enchanting light festivals and towns hosting entertaining New Year events for all the family.

North Wales is also a fantastic place for a Twixmas holiday, especially for those outdoor enthusiasts that want to visit Snowdonia National Park. The North York Moors & Coast is a great location, in the National Park hosting the famed Christmas Pullman dining train. Here, you can tuck into a festive meal whilst soaking up beautiful views.

Types of Festive Holidays

If you're looking for a longer period of time away with your loved ones this season, this list of cottages for Christmas And New Year features some fantastic properties for you! Wanting to take advantage of your time off during New Years? Book a stay at marvellous New Year Cottages. If you're focusing on a trip away for the festive period, these cottages for Christmas will interest you. Those seeking a well-earned, peaceful break away from the hecticness of life this winter may prefer to browse this selection of Christmas lodges and cabins. Alternatively, secure a large cottage for New Year and bring the entire family along.

Find short/weekend breaks in the UK that you can enjoy all year round!