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Holidays in December

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This delightful 200-year-old farmhouse is perched in Tallow, County Waterford. Traditional. Dog-friendly. Countryside views. Lismore 3.6 miles; Fermoy 14 miles; Youghal 15.6 miles; Dungarvan 19 miles. (Ref. 1130957)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from Wed 1st Jan £831

  • Sleeps8
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    4.6

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Delightful semi-detached cottage near to coast in County Kerry. Three ground floor bedrooms. Multi-fuel stove. Portmagee 1 mile. (Ref. 12155)

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7 nights from Sat 7th Dec £383

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Cosy and homely cottage near Doonbeg. Stone feature fireplace with woodburning stove. Walking distance to beach. Excellent touring base. Doonbeg 3 miles. (Ref. 905820)

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7 nights from Sun 1st Dec £422

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    4.8

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Charming, detached cottage near the coast in the village of Southerness on Scotland's Solway Firth coast. Coastal walks. Ideal for families. Dumfries 16 miles. (Ref. 22382)

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  • Sky TV

7 nights from Sat 7th Dec was £512 £470

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Terraced barn conversion next to two other properties. Spacious accommodation. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Llangollen 8 miles. (Ref. 940975)

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7 nights from Fri 6th Dec was £366 £328

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Chalet 178, a welcoming, single-storey lodge located on the award-winning Atlantic Bays Holiday Park, St Merryn in Cornwall. Close to the coast. Open-plan. Padstow 4.7 miles; Wadebridge 7.8 miles; Newquay 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1162081)

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7 nights from Sun 1st Dec £294

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Dartmoor 12, a lovely holiday home resting in the village of St Ann's Chapel in Cornwall. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Ground-floor living. Dishwasher. Tavistock 6.7 miles; Plymouth 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1159821)

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7 nights from Sun 1st Dec £371

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Melin Y Plas is a contemporary detached home with private direct access to the beach and sea views throughout, in the village of Llanaber in Gwynedd. Barmouth 2.4 miles; Harlech 8.4 miles. (Ref. 1160130)

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7 nights from Sat 7th Dec was £820 £736

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A splendid, three bedroom cottage in the sleepy village of Bodffordd, Angelsey. No pets. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Benllech 9.5 miles; Red Wharf Bay 10 miles. (Ref. 1122628)

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7 nights from Sat 7th Dec was £597 £571

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    4.7

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This homely bungalow can be found in the charming village of Bridge of Tilt in Perthshire, Scotland. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. On the fringes of the Cairngorms National Park. Pitlochry 7.1 miles; Aberfeldy 21.2 miles; Newtonmore 34.6 miles. (Ref. 1054684)

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7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec was £1624 £1459

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A welcoming detached Norfolk holiday cottage with an enclosed garden in the fishing village of Brancaster Staithe. Excellent location and an ideal base for families. Burnham Market 3 miles. (Ref. 916173)

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7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec was £1009 £837

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    4.8

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A stylish property perched in Pendeen, Cornwall. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Ground-floor bedrooms. Close to amenities and a beach. St Just 2.1 miles; Penzance 7.6 miles; Land’s End 8 miles; St Ives 10.9 miles. (Ref. 1104970)

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7 nights from Sun 1st Dec £625

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Attractive detached property in seaside village of Cemaes Bay, Anglesey. Quality, well equipped accommodation. Excellent walking, cycling, watersports, golf. Day trips to Dublin. (Ref. 2374)

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7 nights from Sat 7th Dec was £467 £407

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Marina is a delightful, single-storey holiday caravan near the beach resting in the seaside resort of Rhyl in Denbighshire with an open-plan living space. Prestatyn 2.1 miles; Colwyn Bay 13.1 miles. (Ref. 1165590)

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7 nights from Fri 6th Dec was £342 £312

  • Sleeps4
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    3.9

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The Clock Tower at The Institute Executive Apartments is a phenomenal duplex apartment settled in Keith, Moray. Open-plan. WiFi. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Near railway station. Fochabers 8.1 miles; Huntly 10.9 miles; Dufftown 11.1 miles. (Ref. 1072539)

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7 nights from Thu 5th Dec £450

  • Sleeps4
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    4.3

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Cosy cottage in Lindale. Woodburner, patio, close shop and pub, ideal base for walking, climbing, touring Lake Windermere, coastline and more. Lake Windermere 6 miles. (Ref. 18424)

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7 nights from Fri 6th Dec was £327 £275

  • Sleeps4
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    3.6

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Gullsway: Kittiwake is a lovely, ground-floor apartment in an elevated position overlooking Polzeath beach, Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Sea views. Near shop. Wadebridge 7.4 miles; Padstow 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1080270)

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7 nights from Fri 6th Dec £626

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  • Bedrooms4
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A spacious, three-storey barn conversion set on a 90 acre farm near St Neot, on the edge of the Bodmin Moor. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Underfloor heating. Dobwalls 7.7 miles; Liskeard 11.2 miles. (Ref. 1127524)

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7 nights from Sun 8th Dec £1297

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.3

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A delightful house on the edge of Lispole, a County Kerry village on the Dingle Peninsula with fantastic mountain views. Dingle 6 miles. (Ref. 933367)

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7 nights from Sat 7th Dec £389

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A superbly appointed, detached bungalow, half a mile from Trearddur Bay on Anglesey. Stylish furnishings, private rear garden. Ten minute walk from the centre of Trearddur Bay and main beach. Holyhead 2 miles. (Ref. 921302)

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7 nights from Sun 1st Dec £483

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!