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. Sounds dreamy! Now, all you've got to do is choose your favourite cottage... And don't forget, once you've paid your deposit, you can pay the remaining balance off in monthly instalments - 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 25 self catering cottages for Christmas and New Year in Central England.
7 nights from £818 *
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 £818 *
7 nights from £925
Witts End
61362 bedroom self catering cottage near Chipping Norton.
Tucked away in a quintessential Cotswold village, Witts End is a charming holiday cottage that promises a truly tranquil escape. With a welcoming village pub just at the end of the...
7 nights from £925
7 nights from £465
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...
7 nights from £465
7 nights from £958
Knouchley Cottage
60322 bedroom self catering cottage near Bakewell.
From the moment you turn off the road and onto the drive to Knouchley Cottage you will know you are arriving at your perfect holiday retreat. Sublimely positioned amidst the hills ...
7 nights from £958
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7 nights from £679 *
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 £679 *
7 nights from £805
Kingfisher Cottage
59493 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Leominster.
Tucked away in the peaceful Herefordshire countryside, this charming and character-filled cottage offers a perfect blend of traditional style and modern luxury. Surrounded by a bea...
7 nights from £805
7 nights from £888
2 Old Turnpike Cottages
58662 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage with hot tub near Chipping Norton.
Sitting in the picturesque village of Middle Barton, just a short drive from Chipping Norton and the exclusive Soho Farmhouse, Diddly Squat Farm and The Farmers Dog pub, lies this ...
7 nights from £888
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7 nights from £733
Wetley Abbey Cottage
57824 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach near Leek.
This stylish and contemporary four bedroom cottage, located in Wetley Rocks on the edge of the Peak District National Park, offers the perfect retreat for those seeking outdoor adv...
7 nights from £733
7 nights from £593
Oak Tree Cottage
57412 bedroom self catering cottage near Burford.
Oak Tree Cottage is a delightful semi-detached barn conversion and is nestled next to its neighbour, The Gallery (5756). They can be booked together for larger gatherings. The acco...
7 nights from £593
7 nights from £580
The Gallery
57562 bedroom self catering cottage near Burford.
The Gallery is a super spacious, light and airy, semi-detached Cotswold barn. It has a fully equipped kitchen that leads through to an open plan sitting/dining-room, with a hugely ...
7 nights from £580
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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.