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Cottages for Christmas And New Year

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Heilan Roo is a stunning, contemporary property in Killiecrankie near Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross. Close to a river. Close to a pub. Near National Park. Cairngorms National Park 3.3 miles; Blair Atholl 3.4 miles; Pitlochry 3.6 miles. (Ref. 1056397)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
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  • 12 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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A superb detached farmhouse resting on the outskirts of Presteigne. Elevated position. Hot tub. Ample off-road parking. En-suite bedrooms. Leominster 17.8 miles; Bishop's Castle 18.3 miles. (Ref. 969510)

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

7 nights from Sat 3rd Jan $3674

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  • 6 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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Stunningly designed house. Contemporary and smart. Far reaching views to sea and mountains. Close to famous sandy beach. Remote unspoilt area with amazing wildlife. (Ref. 952163)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

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A well-positioned, duplex apartment resting in the heart of Haworth, West Yorkshire. Countryside views. Near National Park. Characterful. Close to amenities and attractions. Hebden Bridge 8.6 miles; Skipton 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1132083)

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7 nights from Mon 29th Dec $1281

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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Immaculately-presented, detached barn conversion in a tranquil Shropshire countryside. Open plan accommodation. Market Drayton 3 miles. Shrewsbury 20 miles. Chester 35 miles. (Ref. 23526)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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Attractive detached cottage in the village of Skellingthorpe. WiFi. Smart TV. Pet friendly. Open-plan living. Pub and shop 2 mins walk. Lincoln 5 miles. Enclosed garden (Ref. 982878)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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This lovely, detached property rests in Highwood near Ringwood, Hampshire. In a National Park. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities. Bournemouth 13.9 miles; Poole 18.9 miles (Ref. 1124526)

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

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  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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Small Lane Barn is an impressive, barn conversion near Endon in Staffordshire. Family-friendly. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Parking. Open-plan. Leek 5.5 miles. Stoke 9.3 miles. Stafford 27.5 miles. (Ref. 1120305)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room

7 nights from Fri 2nd Jan $2472

  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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Daniels Farmhouse, a beautifully-presented, three-storey abode set on a farm in Claines, Worcestershire with a woodburning stove. Hot tub. Droitwich Spa 4.4 miles; Kidderminster 12.6 miles; Stratford-upon-Avon 26.5 miles. (Ref. 1159483)

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  • Washing machine

7 nights from Mon 22nd Dec $5759

  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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A superb, three bedroom barn conversion set in the Ceiriog Valley overlooking the Chirk Aqueduct and Viaduct close to Chirk. Welcoming character property with modernised fixtures and features. Chirk 1 mile. (Ref. 929056)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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A spacious ground floor apartment in Bridlington. Off-road parking. Woodburner. En-suite bedrooms. Sea views. Filey 10 miles; Scarborough 20 miles. (Ref. 993191)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly
  • 3 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

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Luxurious self-contained wing of the owner's home in Cooden Beach. Stunning garden with direct beach access. All ground floor. Patio. WiFi. Superb walking, cycling and touring. Bexhill-on-Sea 2.5 miles. (Ref. 930260)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • 18 Guests
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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This traditional, Grade-II listed property resides in Lacock, Wiltshire. Hot tub. Dog-friendly. On a working farm. Near an AONB. Off-road parking. Original features. Chippenham 3.8 miles; Bath 13.4 miles; Bristol 30.9 miles. (Ref. 1059395)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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Charming barn conversion located on the outskirts of Honley village in West Yorkshire, just North of the Peak District National Park. Dog-friendly. WiFi. Countryside views. Holmfirth 3 miles; Huddersfield 4 miles. (Ref. 976582)

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

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  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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A stunning detached stone-built cottage resting in Dyffryn Ardudwy, Wales. Within Snowdonia National Park. Enclosed garden. Three bathrooms. Wifi. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Barmouth 4.8 miles; Harlech 6.2 miles. (Ref. 1016673)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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Tŷ Glas is a charming, semi-detached cottage located in Ogmore-by-Sea near St Brides Major, Glamorgan. Close to beach. Enclosed garden. Bedroom with en-suite. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Bridgend 4.9 miles; Porthcawl 10.5 miles; Cardiff 24.8 miles. (Ref. 1141245)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 29th Dec $1532

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

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Superb, detached coastal cottage on the stunning Solway Firth in Bowness-on-Solway. Breathtaking views. WiFi. Underfloor heating. Direct access to the sea. Pub 2 mins walk. Carlisle 13.5 miles. (Ref. 911744)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from Mon 29th Dec $1008

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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5 Hamilton Terrace is a quaint mid-terrace sitting at the top of the lovely village of Pateley Bridge, Yorkshire, with a woodburning stove and parking. Grassington 10.6 miles; Ripon 11.8 miles; Harrogate 14.4 miles. (Ref. 1162832)

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  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

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Wood Cottage is a pleasant, stone-built, detached house situated near the coast in Solva, Pembrokeshire, well-positioned to nearby walks and attractions. St Davids 2.8 miles; Haverfordwest 13.5 miles; Narberth 23.9 miles. (Ref. 1165210)

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  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

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Gaerau Bach is a stylish cottage located in Llanabear in Gwynedd, boasting a woodburning stove, a hot tub, allows pets and has stunning views of the sea. Harlech 2.2 miles; Barmouth 8.8 miles (Ref. 1140040)

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

7 nights from Sun 21st Dec $1749

An ideal way to spend time with those who mean the most during this festive time of year is with a stay at one of these cottages for Christmas and New Year. Whether it be a quiet Christmas break with loved ones or an exciting New Year's Eve celebration, there is bound to be a perfect letting for you in this fabulous collection!

Why Cottages for Christmas and New Year?

If you're seeking a fuss-free break this winter, then this selection of cottages for Christmas and New Year are perfect for you! They have been designed with the perfect winter break in mind, from properties of different styles and sizes to suit your winter plans, to spaces that have been kindly decorated by the owner for your convenience, so you can swiftly get the festivities going.

If you're seeking a quaint break in the country this season, there are plenty in this collection that offer opportunities to take in wintry vistas on a walk, before settling down for a festive meal at a traditional pub. Additionally, there are cottages in this selection that enjoy the coast where you can soak up the crisp, sea breeze with a trip to the beach, and warm yourself up by the fire in your home-from-home afterward.

Keen to get involved in the festivities? There are also fantastic lettings in this group that rest near towns and cities, hosting superb events and Christmas markets for you to visit.

Places to Visit at Christmas or New Year

Those seeking a peaceful break in the country this winter will be delighted with cottage in Cotswolds, home to a wealth of picturesque villages with festive activities for you to enjoy, from The Enchanted Christmas attraction at the Westonbirt's National Arboretum to the Spectacle of Light at Sudeley Castle near Winchcombe. The Scottish Highlands promise a marvellous, festive break with the Highland Wildlife Park offering you the chance to meet the resident polar bears, along with the opportunity to get your skis on and traverse the slopes of the Cairngorm Mountains. A fantastic blend of the coast and country can be enjoyed this season at North Wales or North York Moors & Coast, with national parks featuring winter bike rides and hikes, along with festive events at their breath-taking castles, including Castle Howard in Yorkshire and Gwrych Castle in Abergele. If you'd like to spend this winter by the coast, Cornwall is a fantastic destination, hosting the St Ives Light Up and Newquay with its entertaining New Year events.

Types of Holidays over Christmas and New Year

If you'd prefer to spend some time away with the family for Christmas specifically, browse this fabulous selection of cottages for Christmas and these cottages for Boxing Day, or take a look at these New Year cottages on offer to bring in the New Year surrounded by loved ones at a marvellous retreat! Those wanting to whisk away their loved ones or partner to a rustic getaway will be delighted by this array of Christmas lodges and cabins. If you'd rather enjoy a swift weekend away during the holidays, then these short breaks for Christmas and new year will not disappoint.