Short Break Cottages For Christmas And New Year

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

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This fabulous semi-detached, three-storey cottage is resting on the outskirts of Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. In a National Park. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Bedrooms with en-suites. Windermere 1.7 miles: Ambleside 5.8 miles; Kendal 9 miles. (Ref. 1065820)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights $3607

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A contemporary three-storey cottage resting in Bursledon, Hampshire. Character features. Hot tub. Stylish. Games room. Close to amenities. Southampton 5.9 miles; Gosport 11.8 miles; Portsmouth 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1108240)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Sat 2nd Jan
for 3 nights $4439

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A stunning six-bedroom home resting in Pentrefoelas near Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy. Hot tub. Games room. Countryside view. Near National Park. Original features. Rural. Llanrwst 12.2 miles; Blaenau Ffestiniog 18.8 miles. (Ref. 1059182)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights $5221

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Holly Dale, an impressive retreat, rests on the outskirts of Leek in Staffordshire, boasting a hot tub, a woodburning stove, and a pet-friendly policy. Buxton and Ashbourne 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1164383)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights was $4663 $4439

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This gorgeous three-storey cottage lies in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Enclosed garden. No pets. Bedroom with en-suite. Off-road parking. Chatsworth 9.6 miles; Matlock 8.3 miles; Buxton 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1064674)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights $2178

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Old Piggery is a charming, dog-friendly, single-storey farm stay resting in Kemberton, Shropshire, boasting a barbecue, enclosed garden, and Smart TV. Wolverhampton 15.8 miles; Shrewsbury 19.9 miles; Shropshire Hills National Landscape 25.6 miles. (Ref. 1171421)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights $1936

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A pretty, stone-built cottage overlooking the River Sett, in Hayfield village. WiFi. En-Suite. Pub and shop within 0.1 miles. Buxton 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1007439)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights $2181

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A stunning wood-panelled property in an elevated position within the seaside town of Criccieth, Wales. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Sea views. Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park 6.9 miles; Harlech 14.3 miles; Caernarfon 28.2 miles.  (Ref. 1066575)

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

Wed 30th Dec
for 3 nights $3955

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful, single-storey lodge resting in Meiford, Powys. Hot tub. Open-plan. Washer/dryer. Welshpool 7.3 miles; Oswestry 14.1 miles; Newtown 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1078862)

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

Sat 2nd Jan
for 3 nights $1402

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Barn Conversion Roding Cottage is a stunning, detached, single-storey abode sitting pretty in the countryside of Egton near Grosmont, North Yorkshire, nearby a pub. Whitby 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1159604)

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

Sat 26th Dec
for 3 nights $1390

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A superb wooden lodge resting just outside the village of Wedmore in Somerset. Countryside location. Open-plan. Hot tub. Cheddar 6.5 miles; Burnham-on-Sea 9 miles. (Ref. 1100432)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights $1787

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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This wonderfully renovated Victorian townhouse is situated in the heart of Keswick, Cumbria. Ideal for couples/families. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities. (Ref. 1042708)

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

Wed 30th Dec
for 3 nights $3344

Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Outstanding

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A characterful cottage on the outskirts of the Peak District National Park. Contemporary accommodation. Multiple social areas. Hot tub. Countryside setting. Manchester 15.1 miles; Castleton 16.1 miles. (Ref. 959956)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights $4035

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Dolawen Bach is a stylish first-floor, duplex apartment resting in Conwy, boasting a woodburning stove and in close proximity to the beach and amenities. Llandudno 4.7 miles; Betws-y-Coed 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1169903)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
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Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights $850

Last booked 3 days ago
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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

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An idyllic countryside cottage situated in the village of Grasmere, within the Lake District National Park. Fantastic views. Close to amenities. Family-friendly. (Ref. 1043075)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

Fri 1st Jan
for 3 nights $1662

Last booked 6 hours ago
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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

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A delightful second-floor apartment resting in Haworth, West Yorkshire. Smart TV. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Hebden Bridge 8.2 miles; Skipton 11.5 miles. (Ref. 1082525)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights $752

  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A large listed Georgian dwelling nestled within the Staffordshire countryside on the outskirts of Cheadle. Woodburning stove. Hot Tub. Large garden. Alton Towers 6.9 miles; Stoke-on-Trent 9 miles, Leek 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1065229)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights $2998

Last booked 1 hour ago
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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Elliw is a charming, single-storey holiday lodge located in the hilltop town of Ruthin in Denbighshire with en-suite bedrooms and an indulgent hot tub. Llangollen 19.2 miles; Bala 22 miles; Chester 27.3 miles; Betws-y-Coed 23.7 miles. (Ref. 1157558)

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

Tue 29th Dec
for 3 nights $1379

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

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Woodside West is a pleasant three-storey cottage set within the Lake District National Park in Bowness, Cumbria, boasting views of Lake Windermere. Windermere Train Station 1.5 miles: Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 7 miles. (Ref. 1041321)

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

Sat 26th Dec
for 3 nights $1029

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

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 $1433