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Holidays in December

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This delightful cottage rests on the outskirts of Haworth, West Yorkshire. Beautiful views. Pool table. Bedroom with en-suite. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Hebden Bridge 9.4 miles; Skipton 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1075586)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £831

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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A spectacular single storey cottage in the township of Kensaleyre, near Portree on the beautiful Isle of Skye. Open-plan living with woodburner. Wondrous panoramic vistas. Charming town of Portree 7 miles. (Ref. 988419)

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7 nights from Fri 5th Dec was £773 £699

  • Sleeps4
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Set is the spectacular scenery of the Borrowdale valley, this well-appointed 200 year old traditional Lakeland farmhouse offers excellent accommodation for family and friends through the year. With pretty cottage garden and private parking for two cars. Five minutes walk to local pub, shop 5 miles. (Ref. 1041301)

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  • Sleeps6
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A beautiful three-bedroom, detached lodge resting in Cricket St. Thomas, near Chard in Somerset. Open-plan. Woodburning stove. Countryside views. En-suite bedrooms. On-site facilities. Hot tub. Chard 4 miles; Crewkerne 4 miles; Yeovil 13 miles. (Ref. 1112211)

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  • 15% off - Mon 20th Jan to 14th Feb 2025

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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Brucap Cottage is a fantastic property situated in the harbour village of Beadnell, Northumberland. Honeypot location. Beach nearby. Close to amenities. Seahouses 2.6 miles, Bamburgh 5.9 miles. (Ref. 1140693)

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  • Sleeps8
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A remarkable four-bedroom detached property resting in Betws-y-Coed, Conwy. Off-road parking. Wet room. Conwy 15 miles; Llanberis 16.5 miles; Porthmadog 24.2 miles. (Ref. 984186)

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7 nights from Fri 5th Dec was £1102 £979

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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This spectacular, detached beach house sits in Meenlaragh near Gortahork, County Donegal. Sea and mountain views. Open-plan. Bedrooms with en-suite. Glenveagh National Park 15.9 miles; Dungloe 20.6 miles; Letterkenny 29.9 miles. (Ref. 1096813)

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7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £804

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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The Squirrels is a well-presented, stone cottage located in the bustling market town of Hebden Bridge in West Yorkshire. Balcony terrace. Near amenities. Haworth 8.3 miles; Halifax 8.8 miles; Holmfirth 20 miles; Skipton 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1150606)

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7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £733

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
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Otherton Hall, a Grade II listed Georgian Farmhouse resting Otherton, Staffordshire. Indoor swimming pool. Cinema room. Sauna. Games room. Extensive gardens. Smart TVs. Cannock Chase AONB 6.5 miles; Stafford 7.8 miles. (Ref. 1120972)

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7 nights from Mon 22nd Dec £11279

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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This excellent barn conversion rests in Derwen, North Wales. Beautiful valley views. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Ruthin 5.8 miles; Corwen 6.1 miles; Llangollen 15.9 miles. (Ref. 926235)

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7 nights from Fri 12th Dec was £1717 £1641

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A superb Grade II listed house resting in Penrith, near Ullswater, Cumbria. En-suite bathrooms. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Carlisle 17.7 miles; Keswick 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1078897)

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  • Sleeps8
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A stylish, four-bedroom barn conversion resting in Aldingham near Ulverston, Cumbria. Hot tub. Countryside views. Close to beach. Near National Park. Ulverston 6 miles; Barrow-in-Furness 6.8 miles; Lakeside 15.8 miles; Windermere 22.9 miles. (Ref. 1115119)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Fri 5th Dec was £1430 £1429

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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Kalipé is a lovely, lochside cottage resting in the countryside of Fearnan near Kenmore, Perth and Kinross. Near National Park. Lakeside views. Kenmore 3.7 miles; Aberfeldy 10 miles; Cairngorms National Park 28.2 miles. (Ref. 1133678)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £567

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Stunning cottage on the sought-after Graythwaite Estate. En-suites. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Lake Windermere 0.3 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 3.5 miles; Ambleside 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1061172)

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7 nights from Fri 5th Dec was £1643 £1642

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms8
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Coral Villa, a substantial, eight-bedroom property situated in Bridlington, North Yorkshire. Over three floors. Hot tub. Pizza oven. Filey 11.3 miles; Scarborough 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1118812)

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7 nights from Fri 12th Dec was £1814 £1813

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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This charming, two-bedroom holiday lodge rests in Cupar, Fife. Smart TV. Electric fire. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Open-plan. St Andrews 10.6 miles; Kirkcaldy 16 miles (Ref. 1134482)

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7 nights from Fri 5th Dec was £562 £561

  • Sleeps2
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The Cart House is a delightful single-storey abode full of character with a steamy hot tub and woodburning stove, in the village of Alberbury, Shropshire. Shrewsbury 10.2 miles; Powis Castle 16.9 miles. (Ref. 1164516)

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7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £443

  • Sleeps18
  • Bedrooms8
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    4.9

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A captivating cottage set on spectacular grounds just outside of Four Crosses, Wales. Contemporary and exquisite. WiFi. Two sitting rooms. Hot tub area. Four Crosses 1.7 miles, Shrewsbury 16.6 miles. (Ref. 929065)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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This beautiful period property rests in the town of Ambleside within the Lake District National Park. En-suite. Cinema room. Woodburning stove. Grasmere 4 miles; Windermere 4.8 miles; Keswick 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1016150)

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  • Sky TV

7 nights from Fri 12th Dec £2015

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

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A luxurious barn-conversion resting near Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire. Dog-friendly. Family-friendly. Character features. Woodburning stove. Grassington 11.7 miles; Ripon 14.7 miles; Harrogate 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1120315)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 1st Dec £1127

When it comes to the perfect getaway during the festive period, why not consider UK holidays in December? Escape the winter chill and be enveloped by the charming interiors of these self-catering cottages, perfect for December holidays.

Why Holidays in December?

Holidays in December are a great way to experience the UK coming alive with festive celebrations and traditions. From sparkling lights in charming towns to the delightful scents of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts, the holiday season creates a magical atmosphere. From these UK December holidays, you can look forward to enjoying a range of winter activities, including exploring Christmas markets, winding down snow-covered trails and dipping into steamy thermal spas. Then, when you’ve made the most of nearby attractions and wintery sights, you can look forward to unwinding in these December holiday cottages, with some equipped with open fires, hot tubs and even saunas! Use our Travel Guide to find even more activities to enjoy during December holidays.

Places to Visit During UK December Holidays

Experience heartwarming festivities by exploring enchanting destinations across the UK from these December holiday cottages. A place that ought to be top of your list for holidays in December is the Cotswolds. Here, you can enjoy winding paths, sledging opportunities, and grand attractions, such as the lights display at Blenheim Palace. Alternatively, head to the Lake District and climb snow-topped peaks, cosy up to your loved one by the pub’s fire and wander around glistening lakes.

Find even more locations for UK December holidays:

Edinburgh

Peak District

Belfast

Snowdonia

Types of Winter Holidays

If you want to make the most of this season, why not book one of these winter breaks in the UK? There are plenty of UK log cabins and secluded holidays cottages; perfect for a rustic holiday this year.

If you fancy curling up by the flickering flames of a fire this winter, these open-fire cottages are perfect. Or, if you’d prefer a touch of bubbles, these hot tub cottages are ideal!