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Short Break Cottages For Christmas And New Year

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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
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €1290 €1259

  • 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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3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €500 €425

  • 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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3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €524 €497

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

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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)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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A fabulous holiday cottage in the village of Kirkcolm, Scotland. Stylish interiors. Outstanding surroundings. Woodburning stove. Stranraer 6.6 miles; Portpatrick 11.7 miles. (Ref. 1043977)

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3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €548 €497

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

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The Tunnel at Bridge Lake Farm and Fishery is a stunning, one-bedroom holiday home in Chacombe, Oxfordshire. Near the Cotswolds AONB. Pretty views. Romantic. Banbury 4.2 miles; Brackley 10.7 miles; Bicester 17.9 miles; Royal Leamington Spa 19.5 miles (Ref. 1132709)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €1029 €756

  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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This stunning, Grade II listed barn conversion is located in East Worlington near Lapford, Devon. Off-road parking. Bedrooms with en-suites. Ground-floor living. Family-friendly. Pet-friendly. Crediton 10.1 miles; Tiverton 14.2 miles; Exeter 18.4 miles. (Ref. 1068635)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room

3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €1385 €1126

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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A fantastic, stone-fronted holiday home in rural Canonbie near Langholm, Dumfries and Galloway. Dog-friendly. Enclosed garden. Countryside views. Garden furniture. Carlisle 14.6 miles; Lockerbie 21 miles; Hawick 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1128676)

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3 nights from Fri 19th Dec €519

  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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This charming farmhouse property rests in Falkirk, Stirlingshire. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Bedrooms with en-suites. Stenhousemuir 5.9 miles; Glasgow 24.4 miles; Edinburgh 27.5 miles. (Ref. 1085615)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Fri 2nd Jan €2983

  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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Holly Dale, an impressive retreat, rests on the outskirts of Leek in Staffordshire, boasting a hot tub, a woodburning stove, and a pet-friendly policy. Buxton and Ashbourne 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1164383)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room
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3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €2548 €1876

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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An idyllic, mid-terrace cottage resting within the parish of Tysoe, on the edge of the Cotswolds AONB. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Stratford-upon-Avon 12.8 miles. (Ref. 987367)

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3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €599 €559

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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Pretty whitewashed cottage in sleepy village of North Dalton, near Driffield. Character beams, woodburner, off road parking, private rear patio. High standard throughout. Driffield 7 miles. (Ref. 979519)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €407 €375

  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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Parkfields House is a striking Georgian property within 3.5 acres of land with a swimming pool and tennis court, resting in Tittensor, Staffordshire. Stone 3.6 miles; Stoke-on-Trent 6.4 miles; Stafford 10.7 miles; Peak District National Park 17.9 miles. (Ref. 1160202)

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  • Swimming pool
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3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €1936 €1883

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

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Luxury, stone-built cottage in the pretty Northumberland village of Lucker. Large and spacious, with en-suite bedrooms and a great village pub/restaurant nearby. Bamburgh 4 miles. (Ref. 930252)

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  • 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)

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

3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €847 €739

  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

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This fabulous five-bedroom holiday home rests in Hay-on-Wye, Powys. Bedrooms with en-suites. Brecon 15.6 miles; Hereford 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1125474)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €1745 €1584

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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A stylishly decorated annexe cottage just outside of Mattishall in East Anglia. All ground floor. Open plan living. Extensive lawns. Dereham 5 miles. (Ref. 955349)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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This contemporary-styled holiday cottage can be found in Grindleton near Chatburn, Lancashire. Remote position. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Clitheroe 4.7 miles; Skipton 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1034985)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €955 €905

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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Henhill Lodge is a stone-built cottage resting in Chathill, near Seahouses, Northumberland. Near National Park. Countryside location. Couple’s stay. Seahouses 5 miles; Bamburgh 5.3 miles; Alnwick 11.9 miles. (Ref. 1137397)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

3 nights from Tue 30th Dec €738

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

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A delightful semi-detached, stone barn conversion in the grounds of a working livestock farm, two miles from Longnor. Ideally located to enjoy town and country in equal measure. Buxton 6 miles. (Ref. 928091)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from Fri 19th Dec was €469 €427

Looking for short breaks for Christmas? Perhaps you're in the market for a short break at New Year? You're sure to find something for you in this collection of festive breaks! Whether you're looking for Twixmas breaks, Christmas trips, or New Year's getaways, there is bound to be something for you here.

You're probably thinking, what is Twixmas? This word refers to the period between Christmas and New Year (27th-30th December) when you can take a much-needed break from work and obligations.

Why Short Christmas and New Year's Breaks?

Those who lead a busy lifestyle and want to make the most of Twixmas will easily find the ideal holiday home from this selection of short breaks between Christmas and New Year. This array of short break Christmas cottages rest near beautiful sights and festive activities without the need to go through the stress of travelling abroad, so you can enjoy a short but blissful stay with your family during this jolly time.

This collection of short Christmas breaks is also perfect for those who want to escape the everyday with their partner for a more intimate and peaceful winter getaway. The larger properties are ideal for families who want to get together and enjoy a New Year's celebration. Whatever your plans for this time, there is bound to be a property in this list that provides a superb base for you.

Places to Visit on a Short Break at Christmas or New Year

Visit the Scottish Highlands & Islands during your Twixmas break and discover the plethora of Christmas markets lining the streets of the historic cities. Or, try your hand at skiing in the Cairngorms National Park!

For a short festive break in a destination that will leave you feeling perfectly relaxed, choose the Cotswolds with its beautiful landmarks, including Blenheim Palace. Venture to Cornwall for a long weekend by the coast this winter, enjoying enchanting light festivals and towns hosting entertaining New Year events for all the family.

North Wales is also a fantastic place for a Twixmas holiday, especially for those outdoor enthusiasts that want to visit Snowdonia National Park. The North York Moors & Coast is a great location, in the National Park hosting the famed Christmas Pullman dining train. Here, you can tuck into a festive meal whilst soaking up beautiful views.

Types of Festive Holidays

If you're looking for a longer period of time away with your loved ones this season, this list of cottages for Christmas And New Year features some fantastic properties for you! Wanting to take advantage of your time off during New Years? Book a stay at marvellous New Year Cottages. If you're focusing on a trip away for the festive period, these cottages for Christmas will interest you. Those seeking a well-earned, peaceful break away from the hecticness of life this winter may prefer to browse this selection of Christmas lodges and cabins. Alternatively, secure a large cottage for New Year and bring the entire family along.

Find short/weekend breaks in the UK that you can enjoy all year round!