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Holidays in December

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A luxurious holiday cottage resting in the village of Llandanwg. Outstanding setting. Sea views. Wheelchair friendly. Porthmadog 11.7 miles; Blaenau Ffestiniog 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1040654)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from Fri 6th Dec was £821 £766

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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Luxury Lakeland lodge in Windermere. Family friendly. Lake Views. Large shared gardens. Short walk to village centre. Private parking for 3 cars. (Ref. 1041919)

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7 nights from Sun 1st Dec £704

  • Sleeps4
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A semi-detached cottage resting in the Cumbrian village of Haverigg. Close to coast. Close to Lake District National Park. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Millom 1.6 miles; Broughton-in-Furness 8.4 miles. (Ref. 1050911)

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7 nights from Mon 16th Dec £408

  • Sleeps2
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    4.7

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Character semi-detached cottage with superb sea views. WiFi. Directly on the coastal path. Beautiful romantic retreat. Llangrannog 1.5 miles. (Ref. 15867)

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7 nights from Thu 5th Dec £322

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.5

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This charming, three-bedroom holiday bungalow rests in Port Isaac, Cornwall. Smart TV. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Polzeath 5.9 miles; Padstow 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1128921)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from Fri 13th Dec was £896 £820

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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A beautiful two-bedroom semi-detached cottage resting on the Culzean Castle & Country Park Estate in Culzean, South Ayrshire. Enclosed garden. National Trust for Scotland. Off-road parking. Near a beach. Ayr 12.7 miles; Galloway Forest Park 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1104229)

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7 nights from Fri 6th Dec was £740 £642

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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This quaint cottage resides in Pentlepoir near Kilgetty, Pembrokeshire. Pet-free. Close to beach. Near a National Park. Off-road parking. Saundersfoot 1.8 miles; Tenby 4.6 miles; Cresswell Quay 4.7 miles; Yerbeston 5.2 miles. (Ref. 1125205)

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7 nights from Sun 1st Dec £344

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.2

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Comfortable first floor apartment in central Keswick that is pet friendly, sleeping in 2 bedrooms.   (Ref. 972292)

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7 nights from Sun 1st Dec £489

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A sleek, semi-detached cottage based near Chatburn, Lancashire. Smart TV. Patio. Hot tub. Nelson 14.1 and Burnley 14.1 miles. (Ref. 1125909)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from Mon 2nd Dec £679

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.6

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A fabulous second-floor apartment resting in St Ives, Cornwall. Panoramic sea views. Gated covered parking. Close to beach. Carbis Bay 1.3 miles; Penzance 8 miles; Falmouth 26 miles. (Ref. 1073975)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Sat 7th Dec was £652 £604

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A charming holiday home nestled on the resort of Village of Gardens, Pendra Loweth on the outskirts of Falmouth, Cornwall. On-site facilities. Open-plan living. Close to the coast. Penryn 3.3 miles; Helston 13.1 miles; Coverack 17.4 miles. (Ref. 1059092)

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7 nights from Sat 14th Dec was £493 £402

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A luxury three-bedroom lodge perched in Llanfwrog, Denbighshire. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Barbecue. Open-plan. Family-friendly. Llangollen 16.8 miles; Bala 22.8 miles; Chester 26.5 miles. (Ref. 1021993)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Fri 6th Dec £1219

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Fountain Folly is a well-appointed, three-bedroom bungalow sleeping four, resting in Moylgrove near St Dogmaels, Pembrokeshire. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Near coast. Cardigan 7 miles. (Ref. 1137793)

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7 nights from Fri 13th Dec was £623 £529

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.6

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Former farmer's cottage located in the Lake District, close to Ullswater, Keswick and Eden Valley. Close to local attractions, includes garden with garden furniture. (Ref. 972419)

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7 nights from Fri 6th Dec £470

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.6

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Beach Croft is a lovely bungalow in Kessingland, Suffolk. Uninterrupted sea views. Close to the beach and amenities. Open-plan living. Lowestoft 6 miles; Southwold 8.6 miles. (Ref. 1140785)

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7 nights from Fri 13th Dec £389

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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A lovely, single-storey lodge resting in South Lakeland Leisure Village near Carnforth, Lancashire. On-site facilities. Close to a lake. Off-road parking. Carnforth 2 miles; Capernwray 3.6 miles; Lake District 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1136189)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from Fri 6th Dec was £541 £470

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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28 Manor Road is a beautifully-presented, ground-floor apartment situated in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Pet-friendly. Patio. Smart TV. Pickering 16.9 miles; Bridlington 17.9 miles. (Ref. 1109467)

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7 nights from Fri 6th Dec £537

  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms9
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A large country house situated in Munlochy, near Inverness, in the Black Isle of Scotland. Hot tub. Tennis court. Spacious. Munlochy 1.3 miles; Inverness 8.7 miles; Rosemarkie 7.8 miles; Beauly 13.1 miles. (Ref. 1110721)

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  • Baby-friendly
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7 nights from Fri 6th Dec was £3848 £3148

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  • Sleeps4
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A fabulous studio-style glamping pod resting on the outskirts of Rocester, Staffordshire. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Private garden. Barbecue. Near Alton Towers. Near a National Park. Alton Towers 5 miles; Uttoxeter 5.6 miles; Ashbourne 7.1 miles. (Ref. 1119130)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from Fri 6th Dec was £484 £404

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.7

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Modern coastal, end of terrace house paces from the beach in Portreath resort. Three bedrooms, pet-friendly, parking. Beach, pub and shops within paces. Coast 2 mins walk. (Ref. 989465)

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  • Baby-friendly
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7 nights from Sat 14th Dec was £500 £454

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!