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Cottages for Christmas

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A beautiful stone cottage nestled in the hamlet of Pennington, South Lakeland. Spectacular views. Hot tub. Pet-free. Broughton Beck 3.7 miles; Dalton-in-Furness 4.1 miles; Bardsea 6.3 miles. (Ref. 1054351)

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7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec was £1042 £943

  • Sleeps4
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Original character featured cottage yards from Polzeath beach. Sleeps four. Quick access to the beach and watersports fun.Wadebridge 7.4 miles away. Merlins Cave just a 30 min drive away. (Ref. 1080548)

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7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec £851

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A fabulous stone-built detached cottage nestled in Trawden, Lancashire. Off-road parking. Contemporary. Enclosed garden. Haworth 9.8 miles; Skipton 11.6 miles; Harrogate 33.3 miles. (Ref. 1056195)

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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £799 £723

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Superb barn conversion in idyllic rural setting. Private woodland walks, fishing, tennis court, games room, children's play area. Exposed beams, woodburner. Church Stretton 7 miles. (Ref. 1020)

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  • Sleeps2
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A lovely property located in the heart of the hamlet of Treleigh, close to the coast of Cornwall. Dog-friendly. All ground-floor. Open-plan living. (Ref. 1000404)

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7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec was £914 £808

  • Sleeps4
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This stylish, all-ground-floor cottage sits Hainford, near to the amenities of Buxton in Norfolk. Open-plan living with woodburning stove. WiFi. Wheelchair friendly. Buxton 2.6 miles; Norwich 7.5 miles. (Ref. 987188)

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This fabulous, one-bedroom cottage rests on the outskirts of St Ives, Cornwall. In an AONB. Open plan. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. St Ives 6.4 miles. (Ref. 1138258)

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7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec was £1171 £1118

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A fabulous four-bedroom Victorian House resting in Gweek, in Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Private grounds. Close to amenities. Woodburning stove. Rural. Helston 4.4 miles; Falmouth 9.7 miles; Lizard 10.4 miles. (Ref. 1104709)

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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec was £2705 £2248

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A character lodge set within a courtyard in the village of Ingestre near Great Haywood, Staffordshire. Pet-friendly. Original features. Open-plan. Stafford 6.3 miles; Cannock 10.5 miles. (Ref. 1124358)

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7 nights from Mon 23rd Dec was £2376 £2007

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Sweetwater Cottage makes a lovely, one-bed abode nestled near the shore in Grange, near Fethard-On-Sea, County Wexford. Couple's retreat. Near beach. Duncannon 6.1 miles; New Ross 17.3 miles; Waterford 28.4 miles. (Ref. 1154529)

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Meadow Top Farm Barn is situated near Accrington near Blackburn, Lancashire. Open countryside views. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Spacious. Dog-friendly. Blackburn 8.9 miles. Darren 10.3 miles. Todmorden 15.8 miles. Hebden Bridge 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1154833)

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7 nights from Sat 21st Dec £1995

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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Low Grounds Cottage, a wonderful holiday bungalow resting just outside Harome, North Yorkshire. Woodburning stove. Rural location. Private driveway. Kirkbymoorside 6 miles; Pickering 13.1 miles; Thirsk 17.7 miles; York 23.7 miles. (Ref. 1153174)

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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec £665

  • Sleeps4
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Largieholm is a characterful, detached property residing in Mauchline, East Ayrshire. Ground-floor living. Electric fire. Dog-friendly. Off-road parking. Ayr 11.9 miles. (Ref. 1138281)

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  • Sleeps5
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Gwel Y Fenai is a delightful holiday home nestled in the village of Y Felinheli in Gwynedd. Grade II listed. Barn conversion. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Caernarfon 3.2 miles; Bangor 7.6 miles; Llanberis 8 miles. (Ref. 1077697)

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  • Sleeps4
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Marina View is a delightful, ground-floor apartment nestled near the sea in Cowes, Isle of Wight. Harbour views. Near amenities. Ground-floor living. Newport 4.9 miles; Ryde 11.3 miles; Shanklin 13.9 miles; Ventnor 15.2 miles; Freshwater 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1125801)

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7 nights from Sun 29th Dec £904

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes
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26 High West is a beautifully-presented townhouse located near the harbour in the lovely town of Weymouth, Dorset. Pet-friendly. Near beach. Electric fire. Dorchester 8.2 miles; Bridport 18.9 miles. (Ref. 1135362)

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Ladybird Lodge is a detached lodge settled in a43 acre holiday village on the outskirts of Carnforth, Lancashire. Ground-floor living. Dog-friendly. Carnforth 2.3 miles; Kendal 17.1 miles; Windermere 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1150323)

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7 nights from Sun 22nd Dec £766

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A pretty, cottage positioned within walking distance of Keswick town centre. Pet-friendly. Ideal for families. Patio garden. (Ref. 1042825)

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Chester Suite is a welcoming, ground-floor apartment located in the quaint town of Wark, Northumberland. Pet-friendly. Open fire. Ground-floor living. Bellingham 5.6 miles; Hexham 10.7 miles; Corbridge 13.8 miles; Kielder Water 19.5 miles. (Ref. 1153565)

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Tower Cottage is a delightful holiday cottage resting just outside Pembroke in Pembrokeshire. Single-storey. Studio-style living. Private lawn. Romantic. Tenby 15.4 miles; Haverfordwest 16.9 miles. (Ref. 1141667)

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If you're seeking an extra-special Christmas break in the UK, each of these Christmas cottages is in a destination worthy of the grandest occasions. So, whether you're planning a family holiday or hoping to escape the annual rush with your partner, there's bound to be a Christmas cottage that's like a perfectly gift-wrapped present just for you.

Why Christmas Cottages?

We've all been there: crowded around the dinner table, elbows knocking into each other, and squabbling over pigs in blankets and sprouts. But with this collection of cottages for Christmas, space will be the last thing you'll be short on.

Many of these Christmas cottages in the UK are already decorated! Most owners are more than willing to have the decorations in place before your arrival, leaving you to enjoy an especially festive welcome when you step into your chosen cottage.

From private farmhouses and elegant manor houses to custom complexes and converted barns, these cottages for Christmas come in all shapes and sizes. However, if you like to spend this time of year, there is bound to be something for you! For more inspiration for your Christmas getaway, check out our UK travel guide.

Places to visit from these cottages for Christmas

Christmas cottages are scattered across the entire UK, allowing you to enjoy the festive season in your favourite place. Venture to the Cotswolds, a place known for the spectacular lights of Sudeley Castle and Blenheim Palace, as well as the picturesque Christmas markets in Cheltenham and Bath.

Outdoor enthusiasts should look into cottages for Christmas in the Scottish Highlands, with the wide range of skiing and snowboarding resorts on offer, including the Nevis Range Mountain Resort, as well as endless strolls through the rugged countryside.

More places to visit from your Christmas cottage:

Cornwall 

Dorset

Lake District

North York Moors & Coast

Northumberland

Types of Christmas Cottages in the UK

Book one of these Christmas cottages today to embark on a trip full of festive fun! If you'd like to go away for the New Year instead, be sure to browse this array New Year Cottages, or take the holidays further and extend your Christmas getaway by choosing from this fantastic selection of cottages for Christmas and New Year.

Those wanting to treat their loved ones to an idyllic stay in a rustic setting during the festive period should take a look at this collection of Christmas lodges and cabins. Alternatively, browse this selection of Christmas-decorated cottages to rent! Or these Christmas breaks with hot tub or these dog-friendly Christmas breaks. If you only want to escape the every day for a two- to four-night stay this winter, select one of these short break cottages for Christmas and New Year.