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Cottages for Christmas

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Superb, stone-built, detached barn. All ground floor with woodburner, cathedral ceilings, exposed original beams and wonderful meadow views through the picture windows. Ripon 6 miles. (Ref. 5952)

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

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A contemporary single-storey holiday home nestled in South Reston, Lincolnshire. Open-plan. Garden. Off-road parking. Countryside location. Little Carlton 3.5 miles; Mablethorpe 9.6 miles; Lincoln 34.7 miles. (Ref. 1081425)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec was £884 £738

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A duplex apartment resting in Cononley in Airedale. Secure parking. WiFi. Open-plan living room. Skipton 4 miles; Keighley 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1051050)

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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £2907 £2649

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.0

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This superb, detached conversion sits within the grounds of the Llanrhaeadr Springs Spa in Llanrhaeadr, Denbighshire. Couples retreat. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Denbigh 3.1 miles; Rhyl 14.2 miles; Chester 29.3 miles. (Ref. 1084456)

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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £769 £748

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo
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The Skating Rock is a detached dormer style property resting in Bonane, County Kerry. Beautiful countryside views. Open-plan. En-suite. Glengarriff 19 miles; Killarney 25 miles (Ref. 1153435)

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A charming, mid-terrace resting in Rothbury, Northumberland. Enclosed garden. Conservatory. Close to amenities. Alnwick 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1092415)

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7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec was £1133 £1082

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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A centrally located Victorian holiday home resting in Llandudno, Conwy. Close to beach, amenities, and attractions. Enclosed garden. Stylish. Conwy 4.3 miles; Colwyn Bay 5.3 miles; Snowdonia National Park 25.5 miles. (Ref. 1114788)

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7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec was £1347 £1270

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A contemporary, semi-detached cottage nestled in the village of Helsby, Cheshire. Hot tub. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Ellesmere Port 6.5 miles; Chester 7.5 miles; Warrington 14.8 miles. (Ref. 999307)

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7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec was £2400 £2299

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    3.1

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Original character featured cottage yards from Polzeath beach. Sleeps four. Quick access to the beach and watersports fun.Wadebridge 7.4 miles away. Merlins Cave just a 30 min drive away. (Ref. 1080548)

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7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec £851

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Superb barn conversion in idyllic rural setting. Private woodland walks, fishing, tennis court, games room, children's play area. Exposed beams, woodburner. Church Stretton 7 miles. (Ref. 1020)

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  • Swimming pool
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  • Games room
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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This stylish, all-ground-floor cottage sits Hainford, near to the amenities of Buxton in Norfolk. Open-plan living with woodburning stove. WiFi. Wheelchair friendly. Buxton 2.6 miles; Norwich 7.5 miles. (Ref. 987188)

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A wonderful two-bedroom, converted Victorian church hall resting in Tarset, Northumberland. Woodburning stove. Dog-friendly. Countryside views. Off-road parking. Kielder Water 9.9 miles; Corbridge 22.5 miles; Hadrian's Wall 33.3 miles. (Ref. 1056271)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Fri 20th Dec £1805

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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This charming semi-detached, single-storey annex is resting on the outskirts of Upwell, Norfolk. Hot tub. Sauna. Swimming pool. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Wisbech 7.8 miles; King's Lynn 20 miles; Peterborough 27.2 miles. (Ref. 1078843)

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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £1080 £1027

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.8

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A lovely property located in the heart of the hamlet of Treleigh, close to the coast of Cornwall. Dog-friendly. All ground-floor. Open-plan living. (Ref. 1000404)

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7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec was £914 £808

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This fabulous, one-bedroom cottage rests on the outskirts of St Ives, Cornwall. In an AONB. Open plan. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. St Ives 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1138258)

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7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec was £1171 £1118

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A 14th century, Grade II listed property situated within the town of Tewkesbury. Along the River Avon. Enclosed rear garden. Pub within a 2-minute walk. Cheltenham 9 miles; Gloucester 11 miles. (Ref. 988216)

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  • Sky TV

7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £816 £681

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo
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Morningside is a delightful, detached property resting in the seaside town of Totland Bay, Isle of Wight. Close to a shop and a pub. Near AONB. Near a beach. Freshwater 0.8 miles; Afton 1.7 miles; Newport 11.9 miles. (Ref. 1152560)

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.6

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A wondrous, traditional stone cottage resting in Kentmere, near Staveley, Cumbria. Incredible views of Kentmere fells. Garden. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Windermere 7.8 miles; Kendal 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1076710)

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7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec was £1549 £1355

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.4

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A fabulous four-bedroom Victorian House resting in Gweek, in Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Private grounds. Close to amenities. Woodburning stove. Rural. Helston 4.4 miles; Falmouth 9.7 miles; Lizard 10.4 miles. (Ref. 1104709)

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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £2705 £2248

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes
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Burrows End is a characterful, detached bungalow resting in Farlow, Shropshire. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Single-storey. Smart TV. Countryside. Bewdley 12.3 miles; West Midlands Safari Park 15.9 miles; Worcester 27.6 miles (Ref. 1154499)

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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.

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.