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Thinking of getting away from it all this Christmas for a break in a tranquil countryside cottage where you can wake up to idyllic country views, or a coastal cottage where you can enjoy walks on the beach a stone’s throw away? Whatever type of holiday home you are dreaming of renting this Christmas, Country Cottages Online features one of the UK’s best collections of cottages.
With Xmas fairs on throughout the country, and festive lights lighting up the darkness, getting away for a short break or longer stay over Christmas can really help make the most of this season.
Make Christmas Even More Magical when you Rent a Cottage with a Warming Woodburner
Christmas is a great time of year to cosy up, spend evenings all comfy in pyjamas, and to enjoy the festive cheer of fairy lights, and natural firelight. There is something so very comforting about returning to your home from home and relaxing by the warmth of the woodburner after days out on holiday. It’s not just your pet dog who may enjoy spreading out by the warm glow of the fireside.
When it’s snowing outside, there is something so very atmospheric and heart-warming about returning to a charming country cottage with the amber glow of a woodburner.
Cosy Nights by the Fire Over Xmas
When on a Christmas break, you can enjoy taking it easy, relaxing and unwinding to the max. At most locations, to make life easy, you can usually order a supermarket delivery, to make things as easy as possible in terms of buying in your own provisions for over the festive period.
Snuggle up on the sofa, and watch one of your favourite Christmas movies, enjoy a mug of hot chocolate with cream, and maybe treat yourself to an aromatic glass of mulled wine or festive liqueur. Whether you are holidaying with the one you love, or with family or friends, many people enjoy playing board games like Scrabble, or card games by the fireside.
Enjoy Winter Walks from the Doorstep at Some Rural Escapes
Many country cottages feature walks from the doorstep, where even if it’s snowing you can trudge through the snow, and explore the winter wonderland landscape. Look out for robins and beautiful red berries along the way, as well as countryside views made even more magical and beautiful by a covering of sparkling frost.
If you like nipping in to town, book a holiday home close to a charming market town, as Christmas markets are usually on throughout the country during the festive period. Some towns will also have gatherings for the great Xmas light switch on.
Book the Best Christmas Cottage for your 2026 Break
Whether you opt to book a welcoming wooden-built lodge in the Highlands of Scotland, a rustic barn conversion in Wales, a quaint country cottage in England or an Ireland country house, Country Cottages Online features one of Britain’s best selections of Christmas cottages. We hope you find the perfect place to snuggle up by the woodburner with your nearest and dearest this festive season.