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A stone house with white trim and multiple windows with garden and patio furniture at Gairnlea House in Ballater
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5
Ballater, Cairngorms National Park, AB35
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

An exceptional holiday home in the rural Scottish village of Ballater in Aberdeenshire. Woodburning stove. Family friendly. Village centre. Braemar 16.3 miles; Grantown-on-Spey 38.2 miles; Aberdeen 41.3 miles. (Ref. 1053964)

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

Tue 22nd Dec
for 7 nights From £1060

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A brick house with a tiled roof and a patio with outdoor seating overlooking a lawn at 85A Braybrooke Road in Desborough
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5
Desborough, Northamptonshire, NN14
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

85A Braybrooke Road is a stylish, detached holiday home resting in the town of Desborough, Northamptonshire, with a hot tub, a Smart TV, and a sauna. Rushton 3 miles; Kettering 7.1 miles; Northampton 18.4 miles. (Ref. 1165047)

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

Sun 27th Dec
for 7 nights From £5445

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An outdoor area with grass a small wooden building with chairs and a table under an umbrella at Norbank Garden Studio in Bressingham
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5
Bressingham, Norfolk, IP22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A lovely, ground floor, detached studio in Bressingham village, on Norfolk/Suffolk border. Bright and welcoming accommodation. Private patio overlooking large, shared lawned garden. Village shop 10 mins walk. Great for walkers. (Ref. 918682)

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

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £469

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A single story house with a tiled roof and multiple windows at Obo's Retreat in St Minver near Rock
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5
St. Minver near Rock, Cornwall, PL27
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.6★

    Outstanding

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A delightful single-storey property residing in Pityme, the adjoining hamlet to Rock, Cornwall. Smart TV. Ground-floor accommodation. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities and multiple beaches. Padstow 13.6 miles; Newquay 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1100965)

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

Mon 21st Dec
for 7 nights was £1611 From £1549

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A patio with a wooden dining table and chairs next to a white house with a garden surrounding it at Willow Cottage in Dartmouth
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5
Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Superb cottage with contemporary touches and an attractive garden. Perfect for families. High-quality finish. Dartmouth 3 miles. (Ref. 1017037)

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

Tue 22nd Dec
for 7 nights was £1559 From £1488

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A driveway with a wooden gate and two houses with gray roofs surrounded by trees at Hurdwick Lodge in Tavistock
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5
Tavistock, Devon, PL19
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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This fantastic, four-bedroom holiday lodge rests in Tavistock, Devon. Bedrooms with en-suites. Near a National Park. Smart TVs. Okehampton 16.1 miles; Plymouth 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1085909)

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

Sun 27th Dec
for 7 nights From £2387

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A large house with a garden and green slide in the yard at Nairn in Braunton
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5
Braunton, Devon, EX33
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Excellent detached house in Braunton. Six bedrooms. En-suite bathrooms. Hot Tub. WiFi. Large garden. Children's play equipment. Beach 4 miles. Village 15 min walk. (Ref. 960056)

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

Tue 22nd Dec
for 7 nights From £5494

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A red house with windows and door at Gavin and Stacey House in Barry
Offer
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5
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.4★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

As featured in Gavin and Stacey, Lush House is a terraced holiday home in Barry, South Wales, offering WiFi, an enclosed garden, and roadside parking. Penarth 6.9 miles; Cardiff 9.6 miles; Newport 22.1 miles. (Ref. 1179689)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

  • 20% off - Sat 29th Aug to 30th Sep 2026

Mon 21st Dec
for 7 nights From £1308

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An outdoor view of a stone building with a patio at Orcaber Farm Retreat in Lancaster
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5
Austwick, North Yorkshire, LA2
  • 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

Tue 22nd Dec
for 7 nights was £921 From £831

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A white house with a red door and detached garage on a gravel driveway with green lawn and trees at Yew Tree House Enniscorthy County Wexford
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Enniscorthy, County Wexford, Y21 R
  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A beautiful farmhouse resting in Ballinure, County Wexford. Woodburning stove. Large garden. Pet-friendly. Wexford 18.8 miles; Waterford 36.2 miles. (Ref. 1107088)

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

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £788

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A house with a red fence and a pathway at 15 New Shawbost in Shawbost
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5
Shawbost, Western Isles, HS2
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

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15 New Shawbost, a delightful pet-friendly house resting in Shawbost on the Isle of Lewis, boasts a woodburning stove, beach proximity and mountain views. Carloway 5.8 miles; Barvas 7.8 miles; Stornoway 18.8 miles. (Ref. 1196102)

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

Wed 23rd Dec
for 7 nights was £1443 From £1305

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A stone building with arched windows and a staircase with a railing on a grassy hill at Bishops Retreat in Ventnor
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5
Ventnor, Isle of Wight, PO38
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This superb, ground-floor church-conversion rests in Ventnor, Isle of Wight. Near amenities. Open-plan. Close to beach. Newport 12 miles; Cowes 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1087994)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

  • 5% off - Sun 31st May 2026 to 1st Jan 2027

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights was £992 From £945

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A living room with a coffee table and blue sofas at The Forge in Castleton, Peak District
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5
Castleton, Peak District, Peak District, S33
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

The Forge is a delightful cottage in Castleton, Derbyshire, featuring three bedrooms, a woodburning stove, EV charging, and an enclosed courtyard garden. Castleton 0.1 miles; Tideswell 6.6 miles. (Ref. 1195719)

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

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £2926

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A large two-story house with a black front door and balcony above it at Beachcomber in Ballycastle
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5
Ballycastle, County Antrim, BT54
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A beautiful ground-floor property resting in the bustling town of Ballycastle in Northern Ireland. Open-plan living. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Flexible sleeping arrangements. Nearby beach. Ballintoy 6.3 miles; Armoy 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1067997)

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

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £714

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Oak Lodge - 1208421 - photo 1
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5
Brecon, Brecon Beacons National Park, LD3
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • Pet FriendlyYes

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Oak Lodge, a delightful lodge near Brecon, Powys, boasts an outdoor bath, stunning mountain views and a prime setting in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. Builth Wells 20.3 miles; Hay-on-Wye 20.9 miles; Abergavenny 23 miles. (Ref. 1208421)

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

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £909

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An outdoor view of a house with a lawn and lake at The Retreat at Glanrannell Park House Llansawel
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5
Llansawel, Sir Gaerfyrddin / Carmarthenshire, SA19
  • Sleeps15
  • Bedrooms6
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Glanrannell Park House, a stunning period home between Cardigan Bay and the Brecon Beacons, in unspoilt northern Carmarthenshire. It offers secluded luxury at the end of a private driveway, with a hot tub, boating lake, six ensuite bedrooms and games room (Ref. 1172403)

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

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £4461

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A stone house with a patio and hot tub surrounded by green fields and stone walls at Crane Field Laithe in Otterburn North Yorkshire
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5
Otterburn, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire Dales, BD23
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

An exceptional detached lodge surrounded by 360 views of countryside landscapes in Otterburn in North Yorkshire. Idyllic setting. Woodburning stove. Pool table. Settle 8 miles; Skipton 9.3 miles (Ref. 962454)

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

Tue 22nd Dec
for 7 nights From £4173

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A red brick house with a slate roof surrounded by trees and grass at Routhorpe House in Bainton near Great Driffield
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5
Bainton near Great Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO25
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A superb five-bedroom detached house resting on the outskirts of Bainton near Great Driffield in East Yorkshire. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Barbecue. Beverley 11.7 miles. Bridlington 17.2 miles. Scarborough 25.8 miles (Ref. 1084574)

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

Tue 22nd Dec
for 7 nights From £4222

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Station Masters House - 1144160 - photo 1
Offer
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5
Near Kielder, Scottish Borders, TD9
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Station Masters House is a beautiful, semi-detached house resting in the remote village of Kielder in Scottish Borders with a toasty woodburning stove. Newcastleton 10 miles; Bellingham 26.6 miles; Hexham 41.9 miles. (Ref. 1144160)

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

Tue 22nd Dec
for 7 nights was £1438 From £1437

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An outdoor patio with a hot tub and dining table next to a stone building with a view of hills and sky at Ysgubor Maen Y Bardd in Rowen near Conwy
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5
Rowen near Conwy, Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park, LL32
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Ysgubor Maen Y Bardd is a lovely dwelling residing in Rowen near Conwy, North Wales. In the Eryri National Park. Original features. Pretty views. En-suite bedrooms. Llandudno 9 miles; Betws-y-Coed 12.1 miles. (Ref. 1139800)

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

Fri 18th Dec
for 7 nights From £3428

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If you're seeking an extra-special Christmas break in the UK, each of these Christmas cottages is in a destination worthy of the grandest occasions. So, whether you're planning a family holiday or hoping to escape the annual rush with your partner, there's bound to be a Christmas cottage that's like a perfectly gift-wrapped present just for you.

Why Christmas Cottages?

We've all been there: crowded around the dinner table, elbows knocking into each other, and squabbling over pigs in blankets and sprouts. But with this collection of cottages for Christmas, space will be the last thing you'll be short on.

Many of these Christmas cottages in the UK are already decorated! Most owners are more than willing to have the decorations in place before your arrival, leaving you to enjoy an especially festive welcome when you step into your chosen cottage.

From private farmhouses and elegant manor houses to custom complexes and converted barns, these cottages for Christmas come in all shapes and sizes. However, if you like to spend this time of year, there is bound to be something for you! For more inspiration for your Christmas getaway, check out our UK travel guide.

Places to visit from these cottages for Christmas

Christmas cottages are scattered across the entire UK, allowing you to enjoy the festive season in your favourite place. Venture to the Cotswolds, a place known for the spectacular lights of Sudeley Castle and Blenheim Palace, as well as the picturesque Christmas markets in Cheltenham and Bath.

Outdoor enthusiasts should look into cottages for Christmas in the Scottish Highlands, with the wide range of skiing and snowboarding resorts on offer, including the Nevis Range Mountain Resort, as well as endless strolls through the rugged countryside.

More places to visit from your Christmas cottage:

Cornwall 

Dorset

Lake District

North York Moors & Coast

Northumberland

Types of Christmas Cottages in the UK

Book one of these Christmas cottages today to embark on a trip full of festive fun! If you'd like to go away for the New Year instead, be sure to browse this array New Year Cottages, or take the holidays further and extend your Christmas getaway by choosing from this fantastic selection of cottages for Christmas and New Year or this collection of cottages for Boxing Day.

Those wanting to treat their loved ones to an idyllic stay in a rustic setting during the festive period should take a look at this collection of Christmas lodges and cabins. Alternatively, browse this selection of Christmas-decorated cottages to rent! Or these Christmas breaks with hot tub or these dog-friendly Christmas breaks. If you only want to escape the every day for a two- to four-night stay this winter, select one of these short break cottages for Christmas and New Year.