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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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The Long Barn (formally known as Annex 2), a charming barn conversion set in Garston in Staffordshire, a short drive to the Peak District National Park. Alton Towers 5.9 miles; Leek 9 miles; Ashbourne 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1026269)

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

Sat 2nd Jan
for 3 nights From £1506

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A stunning two-bedroom converted chapel resting in Dorstone, Hereford. Historic. En-suite bedrooms. Near a National Park. Private gardens. Off-road parking. Hay-on-Wye 6.6 miles; Hereford 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1136033)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was £1294 From £1028

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Redwood is a modern detached property occupying a slightly elevated spot on the lower slopes of Wansfell. Great location to all amenities (Ref. 1042136)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

Wed 30th Dec
for 3 nights From £900

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

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Yr Onnen is a detached house settled into breath-taking rural scenery near Rhayader, Powys, with a woodburning stove, hot tub, and pet-friendly accommodation. Rhayader 4.8 miles; Llandrindod Wells 6.6 miles. (Ref. 1203147)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights From £1061

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Coach House is a delightful stone-built barn conversion resting in the countryside village of Easington, near Belford, Northumberland. Off-road parking. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Belford 1.6 miles; Bamburgh 3.9 miles; Seahouses 7.4 miles. (Ref. 1141163)

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

Sat 26th Dec
for 3 nights From £1176

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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This stunning, two-bedroom abode is perched in Lytchett Matravers, Dorset. Off-road parking. Hot tub. En-suite bedrooms. Poole 5.9 miles; Bournemouth 11.4 miles; Dorchester 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1084628)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was £1842 From £1476

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This historic holiday cottage rests in Llantilio Pertholey near Mardy, Wales. Traditional interior. Woodburning stove. Private garden with barbecue. WiFi. Mardy 2.3 miles; Monmouth 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1048686)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
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Sat 26th Dec
for 3 nights From £1320

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A stunning, single-storey barn conversion resting in Burniston near Scalby in North Yorkshire. Off-road parking. Family-friendly. En-suites. Ground-floor living. Scarborough 3.6 miles; Whitby 16 miles. (Ref. 1109246)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was £1786 From £1303

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  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

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Country Farm Barn in Acle near Norwich in Norfolk is an outstanding detached property. Family-friendly. Swimming pool. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Lingwood 4.5 miles. Great Yarmouth 10.8 miles. Norwich 11 miles. (Ref. 1150437)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was £4644 From £3409

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Puffin Way Holiday Caravan is a well-presented, single-storey caravan situated in Llwyngwril, Gwynedd, boasting a private decking area and sea views. Llwyngwril 0.7 miles; Tywyn 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1177578)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was £857 From £716

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A fabulous, single-storey property resting on an elevated position in Auldearn, Highlands. Countryside views. Contemporary. Ground-floor living. Open-plan. Private patio. Nairn 3.4 miles; Inverness 19.3 miles; Grantown-on-Spey 22.5 miles. (Ref. 1125172)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was £1313 From £1009

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Apple Tree Cottage is a lovely, stone-built, single-storey cottage located in Crambe, North Yorkshire, boasting open-plan living and an enclosed garden. York 12.6 miles; Scarborough 29.7 miles. (Ref. 1177622)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was £1065 From £816

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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Spacious, three-storey Victorian townhouse with glorious sea views close to the centre of Beaumaris. High-spec kitchen. Close to shops, tea rooms and pubs. Menai Bridge 4 miles. (Ref. 1015372)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was £2464 From £1830

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful apartment situated in the heart of Whitby. Ideal for families. WiFi. Short walk to beach. Scarborough 19.7 miles. (Ref. 1064152)

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

Fri 1st Jan
for 3 nights From £855

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A remarkable farmhouse nestled in the little village of Quin, County Clare. Enclosed garden. Rural location. Family-friendly. Ennis 5.2 miles. (Ref. 1077654)

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

Sat 26th Dec
for 3 nights From £808

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely annex resting in Dalton-le-Dale near Murton, Durham. Woodburning stove. Near the beach. Off-road parking. Seaham 2.7 miles; Sunderland 8 miles; Durham 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1088515)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was £1284 From £1208

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Eboracum, a stunning detached house rests in the lovely town of Hathersage, Derbyshire. Enclosed garden with barbecue. Country views. Hathersage 0.5 miles; Castleton 5.6 miles; Curbar 6.2 miles. (Ref. 1146371)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher

Sat 26th Dec
for 3 nights From £1304

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A luxury four-bedroom detached barn conversion perched in Moelfre, Anglesey. Near a beach. Stunning views. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Family-friendly. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Lligwy 1.4 miles; Benllech 2 miles. (Ref. 1073549)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was £3026 From £2418

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This fabulous property sits in the Avon valley near Stonehenge. This tranquil setting has woodland and a large garden and the River Avon flowing through it with double bank fly fishing. Amesbury 3.2 miles; Salisbury 10.1 miles; Southampton 33.1 miles. (Ref. 1076792)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was £4195 From £3242

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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an extraordinary early Victorian property with spacious rooms. Recently renovated to exacting standards, you’ll find the house to be an elegant and comfortable holiday home (Ref. 1041648)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was £2867 From £2199