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Dreaming of a relaxing Christmas?
Dreaming of a relaxing Christmas?

Holiday Cottages With Christmas 2023 Availability

As magical as Christmas is, it brings with it a fair number of stresses and strains. Let Independent Cottages take the strain out of Christmas for you and book a holiday cottage to spend the festive season in. We have romantic cottages for two, ideal for those who want to escape the Christmas mania. Log cabins set deep in the forest for a traditional family Christmas which is bound to capture the imaginations of the little ones. Luxury retreats to spoil the family at this special time of year and for large groups, we have some fantastic big houses which can cater for you, your friends and family, all under one roof. So no need to worry about space, seating, crockery and slaving over a hot stove - go away and let everyone share the cost and muck in! Read more

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54.263887, -1.884141

One of two self-catering cottages full of character ideally placed in the very heart of Coverdale in the Yorkshire Dales with extensive views. A great location for walking and cycling, the cottages are cosy all year round with a log burner and biomass heating system.  Both cottages offer metered electric vehicle charging sockets (type 2). Together the cottages can sleep groups of eight.

Weekly guide price:
£350 to £590

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

53.060442, -1.817871

The Orchards' views are so beautiful that you will be mentally moving in before the end of the stay. This lovely holiday cottage is near the village of Ilam in the Peak District National Park, surrounded by fields and woodland on the owner's farm. There are no near neighbours (unless you count the horses and lambs in the meadow!) and no passing traffic to interrupt your peace and privacy. The opportunities for walking and cycling are plentiful, and The Orchards is within easy reach of favourite attractions like Chatsworth House and Alton Towers. It sleeps six people in three bedrooms and is ideal for families and couples. 

Weekly guide price:
£575 to £845

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.745208, -2.874039

Befferlands Cottage is a spacious converted two storey barn.  The interior benefits from a large sitting room with high vaulted ceilings which leads to an open plan, fully equipped kitchen with dining area.  The sitting room has a lovely huge picture window which allows light to flood in and the kitchen has the advantage of a stable door.  There are two stylish bedrooms both of which benefit from their own bathrooms.  A double bedroom with an ensuite bathroom with both bath and shower and a twin room with its own bathroom right next door.  Both bedrooms are recently refurbished and have ample wardrobe space.  The cottage has its own parking a small private garden perfect for relaxing or a barbecue.  Well behaved dogs are welcome by prior arrangement at a charge of £20 per dog (2 dogs maximum). 

Weekly guide price:
£1155 to £1260
Short breaks from £165 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.710953, -2.995996

Dating back to the 1800's, The Lodge House is ideally located on the Dorset Heritage Coast with access to a private peaceful beach within strolling distance. Sleeping six, this dog-friendly holiday home is perfect for exploring Devon and Dorset and is surrounded by beautiful countryside and coastline.

Weekly guide price:
£500 to £1050

6  |   3  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 4 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.929426, -1.761578

A modern stylish Four Star Gold self-contained annex in the Hampshire village of Godshill within the New Forest National Park. Close to Fordingbridge, Wayside is an ideal place for enjoying all the forest has to offer including fabulous walking, cycling and horse riding. Family swimming passes for the pools at the nearby Sandy Balls leisure centre are provided. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£495 to £875
Short breaks from £90 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday | 4 Star Gold

54.210761, -0.591949

This welcoming holiday cottage sits in the ground of a 100-year old granary www.granary-cottage.com , offering a high standard of accommodation for up to four guests in two bedrooms. Granary Cottage offers ground floor accommodation and sits on the edge of the North York Moors within easy reach of popular destinations including Malton, Scarborough, Pickering, Whitby and York. Picture yourself in the summer, enjoying an evening glass of wine as you gaze across countryside views towards the North York Moors, or in winter, relaxing in a cosy sitting room with a proper open fire. Just outside of the village of Snainton and within walking distance of a pub, Granary Cottage is a favourite all year round.

Weekly guide price:
£665 to £995
Short breaks from £150 per night

4  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

54.210761, -0.591949

Located in a peaceful position just outside of the village of Snainton close to the edge of the North York Moors we have 2 cottages www.granary-cottage.com , The Stables Cottage offers a luxurious place to stay while discovering the many delights of the Moors. There is space for five guests to sleep in two bedrooms (both with en-suite bathrooms), so the cottage is a favourite with couples as well as families who enjoy being close to beautiful countryside and friendly towns including Pickering, Helmsley, Scarborough and Whitby.

Weekly guide price:
£665 to £1095
Short breaks from £150 per night

5  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

54.707405, -2.934883

Meadow View is positioned in a tranquil setting on the edge of the National Park, between Keswick and Penrith, within a small group of similar lodges. It is four miles from the village of Greystoke, with a traditional country pub and shop. This very comfortable Scandinavian style lodge, with a wood burning stove, has floor-to-ceiling windows providing extensive open views over the countryside with Blencathra in the distance. It is a haven for wildlife, including red squirrels, rabbits and many species of birds. 

Weekly guide price:
£756 to £882
Short breaks from £120 per night

5  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.685966, -4.693488

Historic Boscastle is one of the most beautiful villages on the coast of North Cornwall. Norwood is a charming Victorian holiday cottage a short walk from the natural harbour, South West Coast Path, Museum of Witchcraft, a village shop, cafes and two pubs. It is ideal for couples or friends as it has two ensuite bedrooms, good self-catering amenities, and off-street parking. There is lots to do, from surfing at Crackington Haven to looking for Merlin's ghost at Tintagel and exploring the beautiful gardens and country houses in the surrounding area. 

Weekly guide price:
£550 to £1100
Short breaks from £140 per night

4  |   2  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

53.280406, -3.832855

A cosy holiday cottage located within the grounds of the castle walls of the medieval town of Conwy and within a short stroll of the towns many amenities and harbour. Watkin Cottage enjoys a picturesque setting and is a perfect self-catering base for a holiday exploring North Wales and the Snowdonia National Park.

Weekly guide price:
£445 to £675

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.690954, -4.680840

On the North Cornish coastline, this spacious holiday home is located apx 200 yards from the coastal path, the picturesque harbour and the village of Boscastle with its pubs, shops and tea rooms. A beautiful part of North Cornwall for a self-catering holiday by the sea with an abundance of attractions, lovely beaches and fabulous walking. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£489 to £1599
Short breaks from £150 per night

8  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star

50.684018, -4.692922

The Old Dairy is located on the outskirts of the beautiful fishing village of Boscastle on Cornwall's North Coast. With the coastal path just a mile away and excellent village amenities (including a choice of places to eat) just a pleasant stroll through the famous Valency Valley (a mile and a half) this is a perfect holiday destination for walkers and beach lovers. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£249 to £495
Short breaks from £50 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 4 Star

50.684236, -4.695974

On Cornwall's stunning north coast, this welcoming holiday home enjoys a perfect position for walkers on the South West Coastal Path and strollable distance to the picturesque harbour and quaint village of Boscastle with its pubs, shops and tea rooms. A beautiful part of North Cornwall for a self-catering holiday by the sea. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£310 to £975
Short breaks from £70 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3

Preferred arrival day: Friday | 4 Star

52.708417, 1.406960

A stylish riverside holiday cottage in an enviable position in the very heart of the Norfolk Broads sitting right on the bank of the River Bure in Wroxham. With miles of magical waterways to explore and being just ten miles from the Norfolk coastline and the City of Norwich, Sandringham Cottage is the perfect self-catering base from which to explore Norfolk.

Weekly guide price:
£599 to £1275

4  |   2  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 7 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

53.425043, -4.428922

The house is tru­ly lux­u­ri­ous with every­thing from under­floor heat­ing through­out the ground floor & all bath­rooms, to whirlpool baths, pri­vate bal­conies and roman­tic four poster beds. Beau­ti­ful peri­od details com­bine with an abun­dance of mod­ern tech­nol­o­gy includ­ing 3 dish­wash­ers, ample fridges and freez­ers and a gor­geous cran­ber­ry range cook­er with gas hob. Wifi, Ipod docks and ample games for lazy days in or the large gar­dens are ide­al for kids to play foot­ball or hide & seek while the adults take on a game of cro­quet on the terrace. The Kitchen com­bines both farm­house charm with peri­od detail­ing to pro­vide a tra­di­tion­al cook­ing space with all mod­ern com­forts. The dual fuel range cook­er com­bines the effi­cien­cy of two fan ovens with the con&am

Weekly guide price:
£4650 to £10970

20  |   10  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

56.339159, -4.624346

1 bedroom lodge sleeps up to 2 people with stunning mountain views. Free WiFi, boats, fishing, kayaks, games room. BBQ hutte, paddle boards and much much more.

Weekly price:
Please enquire with owner

2  |   1  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

56.339159, -4.624346

4 bedroom cottage sleeps up to 8 people with stunning loch and mountain views. Free WiFi, boats, fishing, kayaks, games room, BBQ hutte, paddle boards and much much more.

Weekly guide price:
£1000 to £2000
Short breaks from £233 per night

8  |   4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 4 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

55.580031, -1.651965

'Aidan's Pad' is a three bedroom, two bathroom contemporary property, arranged on one level, set in the heart of the amenities of Seahouses in Northumberland, yet within an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty.  A dog-friendly property with large outside area, plus garage, housing a table tennis table, with ample space for bikes, golf clubs or scuba gear - there is literally something for everyone!  

Weekly guide price:
£929 to £1735
Short breaks from £249 per night

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

54.031152, -2.227267

This luxury barn accommodation situated high above Settle is the perfect spot for a gathering of friends, family get togethers and hen/stag weekends alike. It’s in the perfect location for any celebration as you won’t disturb a soul. Guests can enjoy the luxury of the fabulous décor and of course the hot tub and stunning garden views overlooking the stunning Yorkshire Dales landscape.

Weekly price:
Please enquire with owner

13-15  |   5  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.40501812367303, -1.7344180402692193

A beautiful townhouse, located in the heart of Richmond, North Yorkshire, and ideal for exploring the Yorkshire Dales. Despite being refurbished, this Georgian townhouse retains its charming traditional features, and is luxurious and spacious accommodation for groups or families.

Weekly price:
Please enquire with owner

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

Xmas in a cottage

Many owners decorate the cottage for the Christmas period, allowing you to arrive, unpack and instantly get into the Christmas spirit. Others are more than happy for you to add your own little sprinkle of Christmas magic. One of the many benefits of booking directly with the owner is that you can discuss your arrangements in advance, to ensure your Christmas is every bit as special, if not more, than normal.

Tips: To ensure Christmas runs smoothly, make sure you discuss any special requirements you have, at the point of booking with the owner (for example: the number in your party including pets; whether you can put up decorations and a tree if not supplied; whether friends are allowed to visit and the size/quantity of catering facilities such as ovens and dishwashers if you are a large group). Find out what supermarkets deliver groceries and pre-book a delivery (some owners are happy to accept deliveries ready for your arrival). Do a little research and find some good local suppliers for your turkey or goose and make sure you pre-order it. If you're planning on eating out over the festive period, book well in advance. Make sure you pack your winter woolies and walking boots so you can burn off some Christmas calories on Boxing Day. For more tips, see our Essential Cottage Christmas Checklist.