Short Break Cottages For Christmas And New Year

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Beach House is a contemporary, open-plan abode situated along the coast in Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway, enjoying sea views and a woodburning stove. Portpatrick 6.6 miles; Newton Stewart 25.4 miles. (Ref. 1128161)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was €1030 From €974

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Aelfor is a delightfully-spacious and contemporary cottage with a hot tub, exceptional countryside and far-reaching sea views, perched in Harlech, Gwynedd. Barmouth 10.2 miles; Porthmadog 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1113038)

  • Pet friendly (extra charges may apply)
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Sat 2nd Jan
for 3 nights From €1357

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Sumptuous, first floor annexe just outside of the Somerset city of Bath. Open-plan living. Countryside views. Bath 3 miles. Romantic retreat. (Ref. 903751)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was €693 From €600

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A former school house property resting within the town of Kidwelly. Views of the Kidwelly Castle. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Llanelli 6 miles. (Ref. 973874)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was €1329 From €1200

  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful detached stone built-barn conversion on a sheep farm in the beautiful Pennant Valley. Wealth of character with exposed beams, trusses and wall timbers. High quality accommodation with stunning views and hot tub. Llangynog 2 miles. (Ref. 7058)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was €3095 From €2766

Last booked 8 hours ago
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  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful castle apartment nestled in the market town of Stanhope, Durham. Sauna. En-suite. Spacious rooms. Durham 22 miles. (Ref. 1011973)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights From €1722

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Wonderful coastal location, yards from the sea! Pretty and characterful fisherman's cottage. Fabulous views. Peace and tranquillity. Warm and welcoming with stove. Gardenstown 1.6 miles. (Ref. 932561)

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

Sat 26th Dec
for 3 nights From €1055

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful three-bedroom house resting in Withernsea, East Riding of Yorkshire. Sea views. Private garden. Kingston upon Hull 17.9 miles; Market Weighton 34.5 miles. (Ref. 1101112)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was €751 From €693

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This beautifully-presented cottage rests in Bellingham, Northumberland. En-suite bedrooms. Off-road parking. Romantic. Pet-free. Close to amenities. Kielder Water 14.7 miles; Hadrian's Wall 29.3 miles; Corbridge 17.6 miles; Hexham 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1056875)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was €1322 From €1218

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming, 15th century cottage situated in the village of Norwell, Nottinghamshire. Eco friendly. Character features. Woodburner. Southwell 8.1 miles; Newark-on-Trent 8.3 miles. (Ref. 1072868)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights From €778

Last booked 9 hours ago
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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A beautiful cottage resting on the edge of the historic town of Malmesbury, Wiltshire. Enclosed garden. Ground-floor living. Annexe. Off-road parking. Cirencester 10.9 miles; Bath 24 miles. (Ref. 1062893)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Sat 2nd Jan
for 3 nights From €2905

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Rabbit Hole, a beautiful lodge positioned in the rural outskirts of Edith Weston, Rutland with a toasty woodburning stove and a delightful hot tub. Oakham 8.3 miles; Uppingham 6 miles; Peterborough 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1162742)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Washing machine

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was €1971 From €1752

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Orcaber Farm Retreat, a charming stone-built cottage on the outskirts of Austwick in North Yorkshire boasts a woodburning stove and nearby amenities. Settle 5.3 miles; Ingleton 6.4 miles; Skipton 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1199055)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

Sat 26th Dec
for 3 nights From €866

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.5

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This charming mid-terrace cottage resides in Amble, Northumberland. Near an AONB. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. Warkworth 1.4 mile; Alnmouth 5.8 miles. (Ref. 1127331)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Baby-friendly

Sat 26th Dec
for 3 nights From €689

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

24 Lakeside is a charming, lakeside log cabin resting in the quaint village of Felton in the heart of Northumberland. Smart TV. Hot tub. Lake views. Felton 4 miles; Alnwick 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1139335)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was €1317 From €1165

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Lydgate Cottage is an original cottage sitting in the heart of Eyam, Derbyshire. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Near amenities. In National Park. Tideswell 5.2 miles; Bakewell 6.8 miles. (Ref. 1066992)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher

Sat 26th Dec
for 3 nights From €1657

Last booked yesterday
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Annex is a delightful, single-storey property resting in the countryside of Fulmodestone near Fakenham, Norfolk. Rural location. Couple’s retreat. Fakenham 5.3 miles; Holt 9.1 miles; Weybourne 12.7 miles. (Ref. 935833)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom

Wed 30th Dec
for 3 nights From €785

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.6

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful terraced cottage situated in the bustling market town of Guisborough in North Yorkshire. Town centre location. Hot tub. WiFi. Saltburn-by-the-Sea 5.5 miles; Staithes 15.4 miles; Whitby 21.8 miles. (Ref. 1067109)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

Wed 30th Dec
for 3 nights From €710

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.3

    Good

  • Sykes rating

This charming, first-floor apartment rests in Seaton, Devon. Smart TV. Close to a beach. Close to amenities. Colyford 1.7 miles; Branscombe 4.1 miles; Exmouth: 20.8 miles. (Ref. 1137211)

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

Wed 30th Dec
for 3 nights From €842

Last booked 4 hours ago
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Old Parlour is a lovely single-storey cottage set in rural Alton, Staffordshire, enjoying countryside views, a woodburning stove, and a hot tub. Ashbourne 9.6 miles; Leek 12.9 miles. (Ref. 1171727)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights From €1644

Last booked yesterday
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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!