We have 1077 self catering cottages for Christmas and New Year 2026 in the UK
7 nights from £698
The Lookout
57421 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Sennen, Cornwall.
Overlooking the vast sandy beach of Sennen Cove, this sweet cottage for two offers an idyllic retreat with captivating views of rolling waves and rocky shores. Sitting directly on ...
7 nights from £698
7 nights from £1653
Churchstyle Barn
56975 bedroom self catering cottage in Honiton, South Devon.
This beautiful barn has been finished to the highest of standards, offering the ideal retreat for that special family gathering or that long awaited break with friends. This countr...
7 nights from £1653
7 nights from £2372
Lexhayne Mill
57407 bedroom, dog friendly holiday home near Lyme Regis, South Devon.
Introducing Lexhayne Mill, a stunning rural retreat which oozes splendour and comfort, set in one of the most magical waterside locations, within 22 acres of glorious countryside. ...
7 nights from £2372
From £760 per night
King John's Palace
57306 bedroom self catering home near Burford
Stay in style at King John's Palace, where kings and queens resided before you. A beautiful historic home close to the quintessential Cotswold town of Burford. This unique hidden g...
From £760 per night
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.
7 nights from £587
Captains Cottage
54443 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Brixham, Devon.
Captains Cottage sits in an enviable position just moments away from the bustling Brixham harbourside, perfectly placed for family holidays or groups of friends looking for a coast...
7 nights from £587
7 nights from £1020
Wavecrest
57394 bedroom self catering cottage with sea views in Heacham
Nestled in an exceptional location, just beyond the dunes and sandy beaches of South Beach you will discover Wavecrest, a gorgeous dog-friendly retreat that can be enjoyed year-rou...
7 nights from £1020
7 nights from £925
Freshfields
57064 bedroom self catering cottage near Dorchester, Dorset.
Freshfields is a truly outstanding property in a picturesque Dorset village. Recently renovated throughout, the house provides space and privacy for all the family. Just a short dr...
7 nights from £925
7 nights from £648
Briar Lea
56942 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Robin Hoods Bay.
Nestled in the quiet coastal village of Fylingthorpe with views across the sea to the rugged Yorkshire coastline and within minutes of the historic Robin Hood's Bay, this beautiful...
7 nights from £648
7 nights from £397
Rivendell Cottage
57322 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Camelford, North Cornwall.
Wind your way along the country lanes to this picture-perfect cottage, nestled in the rural hamlet of Tremail in the heart of north Cornwall. Serving up the best of both worlds, th...
7 nights from £397
7 nights from £2000
Penfoye
57283 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Fowey, Cornwall.
If there was a definition of 'heaven on earth' then Penfoye would be it. With spellbinding waterside scenes, beautifully curated interiors and glorious gardens, this extra-special ...
7 nights from £2000
Need more time? Reserve any cottage for up to 24 hours before booking.
24hr no commitment reservations
You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.
