Holiday cottages for Christmas and New Year 2026
Celebrate a special New Year or your Christmas holidays in one of our exclusive holiday cottages in Central England. Enjoy a walk on the beach, along the cliffs, or upon the moors before tucking into your Christmas roast, welcome in the New Year in style, or simply settle down for a relaxing night in front of a roaring fire whilst the clock counts down to midnight. Plus, book your festive stay this summer and you'll receive a luxury hamper worth £120. Find out more here. Read more
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 22 self catering cottages for Christmas and New Year in Central England.
From £59 per night + £53 booking fees
Elfie
6062Fairytale cabin with wood-burner and landscape views in Shropshire.
Nestled in the heart of the Shropshire Hills, this unique hideaway is a fairytale getaway, come to life. Only five miles from the Welsh border, this otherworldly structure could ha...
From £59 per night
From £92 per night + £53 booking fees
Shepherd's View
5111Shepherds hut with wood-fired outdoor bath near Stafford.
Tucked away in the peaceful Staffordshire countryside sits Shepherd's View, a wonderful shepherd's hut with a delightful rustic charm. Filled with gorgeous touches and cosy places ...
From £92 per night
Arrive at your handpicked holiday home safe in the knowledge it’s been fully inspected.
Quality inspections
We check our holiday homes to ensure that everything is up to our high standards for your holiday, from provision of our above standard minimum inventory to how fluffy the towels are, we make sure you’ll have a comfortable stay.
Hardworking teams of housekeepers will have the place spick and span, ready for your arrival, so when you get there you can just relax.
From £92 per night + £53 booking fees
The Potting Shed
51031 bedroom cabin with outdoor bath near Stafford
The Potting Shed is a cute and quirky retreat tucked away in the tranquil, unspoilt countryside in Staffordshire, and is just the place if you're looking for a romantic getaway som...
From £92 per night
7 nights from £742 * booking fees included
Kettle Cottage
60262 bedroom self catering cottage in Chipping Campden.
Kettle Cottage is a charming two bedroom, two bathroom cottage tucked down a little cobbled alley and resting in the very heart of Chipping Campden, just a stone’s throw from the t...
7 nights from £742 *
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From £101 per night + £18 booking fees
Pheasant Cottage
53261 bedroom self catering cottage in Tealby.
Pheasant Cottage is a charming and cosy retreat nestled in the beautiful rear garden of the owners' property and located in Tealby, the most beautiful village in the Lincolnshire W...
From £101 per night
From £104 per night + £53 booking fees
The Woodsman
5110Cosy cabin with a wood burner and wood-fired hot tub near Stafford.
Welcome to The Woodsman, a rather sweet, quirky escape for two nestled in the rural bliss of the Staffordshire countryside. Step inside to discover your charming welcoming hide...
From £104 per night
From £112 per night + £18 booking fees
The Cabin
51302 bedroom boutique cabin near Presteigne.
The Cabin is a wonderfully unique retreat brimming with style and luxury nestled near the English/Welsh border. This gorgeous hideaway for two was meticulously crafted by the owner...
From £112 per night
From £112 per night + £18 booking fees
The Lean To
51312 bedroom boutique cabin near Presteigne.
Welcome to The Lean To, an absolutely stunning hideaway for two with a wonderfully distinct style that is beautifully complemented by the rugged landscapes that surround it. This f...
From £112 per night
7 nights from £881 * booking fees included
The Woodlands
61353 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Great Malvern.
A traditional bolthole with contemporary flair is just what you will find at The Woodlands. Cosseted in over two acres of gardens, this is a luxury retreat for families and friends...
7 nights from £881 *
7 nights from £677 booking fees included
The Farthings
56772 bedroom self catering cottage near Moreton-In-Marsh
If you are looking for a cosy Cotswold bolthole to escape to, then The Farthings won't disappoint. This pretty terraced cottage sits nestled amongst its neighbours and is located j...
7 nights from £677
Our property managers are local experts who handpick perfect places to stay.
Local experts
We scour the coast and country to winkle out bits worth sharing with you, the best properties in lovely locations. While we’re out and about, we gather together the best things to do so that you can start planning your holiday as soon as you’ve booked.
The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
Elevate your 2026 Christmas and book a private chef to host you, and your family. Whether you simply fancy a break from the Christmas clean up, or you're planning a special New Year celebration, you can book a professional and local chef to cook for your from the comfort of your holiday cottage.
