Family Cottages for Christmas Holidays

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Sandpiper at Watermouth Cove Cottages, Devon, from the outside

Lounge at Sandpiper at Watermouth Cove Cottages, Devon

Family-Friendly

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Sandpiper at Watermouth Cove Cottages,

Ilfracombe, Devon, England

Self-catering

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

cat friendly

Welcoming and comfortable 3 bedroom pet-friendly holiday home on the North Devon coast, just a walk away from the local beach.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 16 people)

valley viewsnear beach

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7 nights from £199

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The Gothic Mansion, Bristol, from the outside

Luxurious interior at The Gothic Mansion, Bristol

Ensuite bathroom at The Gothic Mansion, Bristol

Dining room at The Gothic Mansion, Bristol

Shower room at The Gothic Mansion, Bristol

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Family-Friendly

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The Gothic Mansion,

Bristol, Bristol, England

Self-catering

sleeps 45

13 bedrooms

7 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Historical 14 bedroom holiday house set in an acre of gardens near the heart of Bristol, sleeping up to 50 people in elegant accommodation, ideal for special family get-togethers, birthday parties or special celebrations (hen party bookings may be possible by arrangement).

5 (3 reviews)

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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7 nights from £2000

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Garden at Beachcomber at Watermouth Cove Cottages, Devon

Lounge at Beachcomber at Watermouth Cove Cottages, Devon

Well equipped kitchen at Beachcomber at Watermouth Cove Cottages, Devon

Bedroom at Beachcomber at Watermouth Cove Cottages, Devon

Dining room at Beachcomber at Watermouth Cove Cottages, Devon

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Beachcomber at Watermouth Cove Cottages,

Berrynarbor, Devon, England

Self-catering

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

multi-dogs (up to 3)

cat friendly

2 bedroom pet-friendly holiday home, just a walk away from Watermouth Cove and well located for discovering some of the best of the North Devon coast on holiday.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 16 people)

valley viewsnear beach

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £199

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Carp Cottage, Lincolnshire, from the outside

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Shower room at Carp Cottage, Lincolnshire

Private Swimming Pool at Carp Cottage, Lincolnshire

Family-Friendly

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Carp Cottage,

Doddington, Lincolnshire, England

Self-catering

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

1 bathroom

No pets

family friendly

Escape for a chilled out holiday at Carp Cottage, situated conveniently close to several fishing lakes and part of a small collection of three welcoming holiday cottages on a working farm, with a swimming pool on site, this is a great place to relax and enjoy a spot of fishing.

Part of a cottage complex: 2 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 12 people)

ground floor bedroom near local pub

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7 nights from £450

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Patio area at Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages, Bedfordshire

Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages, Bedfordshire, from the outside

Countryside views at Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages, Bedfordshire

Farmhouse style kitchen at Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages, Bedfordshire

Bedroom at Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages, Bedfordshire

Family bathroom at Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages, Bedfordshire

Shower room at Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages, Bedfordshire

Lounge at Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages, Bedfordshire

Kitchen/diner at Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages, Bedfordshire

Family-Friendly

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Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages,

Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, England

Self-catering

sleeps 6

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Two high quality farm cottages, each with its own private garden and impressive countryside views out towards the Chiltern Hills, just a short distance from Whipsnade Wild Animal Park, Woburn Safari Park and the Dunstable Downs.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £550

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Mendham Mill - a fabulous holiday home over a river, Norfolk, from the outside

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Kitchen/diner at Mendham Mill - a fabulous holiday home over a river, Norfolk

Bedroom at Mendham Mill - a fabulous holiday home over a river, Norfolk

Lounge at Mendham Mill - a fabulous holiday home over a river, Norfolk

Well equipped kitchen at Mendham Mill - a fabulous holiday home over a river, Norfolk

Desk area at Mendham Mill - a fabulous holiday home over a river, Norfolk

Family bathroom at Mendham Mill - a fabulous holiday home over a river, Norfolk

Garden at Mendham Mill - a fabulous holiday home over a river, Norfolk

Countryside near Mendham Mill - a fabulous holiday home over a river, Norfolk

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Mendham Mill - a fabulous holiday home over a river,

Mendham, Harleston, Norfolk, England

Self-catering

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Nestled in a beautiful valley and surrounded by over 250 acres of water meadows in the grounds of one of England’s most historic watermills, these five award winning cottages even have a rowing boat and canoes on site to fully experience the beauty and serenity of this picturesque river valley.

ensuite bedroom(s) river views

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £400

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The Mews,

Minehead, Somerset, England

Self-catering

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Luxurious 3 ensuite bedroom barn conversion in Somerset with bubbly outdoor hot tub, and idyllic country views, close to Taunton, the Quantock Hills and Exmoor National Park.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £1695

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Wren Cottage at Low Moor Holiday Cottages, North Yorkshire, from the outside

at Wren Cottage at Low Moor Holiday Cottages, North Yorkshire

Patio area at Wren Cottage at Low Moor Holiday Cottages, North Yorkshire

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Wren Cottage at Low Moor Holiday Cottages,

Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England

Self-catering

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

No pets

family friendly

Charming 2 bedroom no pets barn conversion with private garden in the North York Moors National Park, just 5 miles from Scarborough and its beaches.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

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7 nights from £455

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Eden Hideaway, Borders, from the outside

Surrounding area near Eden Hideaway, Borders

Family-Friendly

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Eden Hideaway,

Kelso, Borders, Scotland

Self-catering

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

No pets

family friendly

Stylish high quality 2 bedroom holiday lodge with warm bubbly outdoor private hot tub and superb countryside views of the Eden and Tweed Valley, set on an organic farm in the Scottish Borders.

ground floor bedroom panoramic views of the cheviot hills and eden and tweed valleys. four miles from kelso

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £890

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Romantic Cabin Haf with all weather Hot Tub, Powys, from the outside

Private Hot Tub at Romantic Cabin Haf with all weather Hot Tub, Powys

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Lake view at Romantic Cabin Haf with all weather Hot Tub, Powys

Sea view at Romantic Cabin Haf with all weather Hot Tub, Powys

Family bathroom at Romantic Cabin Haf with all weather Hot Tub, Powys

Family-Friendly

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Romantic Cabin Haf with all weather Hot Tub,

Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, Powys, Wales

Self-catering

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Romantic log cabin with its own private hot tub, nestled by the Berwyn Mountains in Wales.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £480

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The following properties are not available for your exact dates but on nearby dates, so may appeal if your holiday dates are flexible:

Surrounding area near White Sands, Dorset

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White Sands,

Swanage, Dorset, England

Self-catering

sleeps 7

4 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Four bedroom seaside bungalow in Swanage, with fabulous panoramic sea views, and a clifftop garden, pet-friendly, welcoming 2 dogs for free, and with direct access to a coastal path leading to the beach.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

£2044*

2 nights - 23/12 to 25/12/2026.

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Lower Northcott Farmhouse, Cornwall, from the outside

Lounge at Lower Northcott Farmhouse, Cornwall

Farmhouse style kitchen at Lower Northcott Farmhouse, Cornwall

Kitchen/diner at Lower Northcott Farmhouse, Cornwall

Dining room at Lower Northcott Farmhouse, Cornwall

Bedroom at Lower Northcott Farmhouse, Cornwall

Games Room at Lower Northcott Farmhouse, Cornwall

Shower room at Lower Northcott Farmhouse, Cornwall

Loo at Lower Northcott Farmhouse, Cornwall

Private Hot Tub at Lower Northcott Farmhouse, Cornwall

Sea view at Lower Northcott Farmhouse, Cornwall

Coastal scenes near Lower Northcott Farmhouse, Cornwall

Online Booking Available

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Lower Northcott Farmhouse,

Bude, Cornwall, England

Self-catering

sleeps 17

9 bedrooms

7 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 4)

family friendly

Idyllic holiday farmhouse with two hot tubs, a games room with pool table, a large garden and glorious valley and farmland views, just a short walk from Northcott Mouth beach and within easy reach of the gorgeous coast, ideal for large groups (hen party and stag party friendly), big families and special celebrations.

Part of a cottage complex: 2 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 21 people)

ensuite bedroom(s) sea views

Facilities, Features & Awards:

£5000*

4 nights - 23/12 to 27/12/2026.

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Online Booking Available

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The Loft ,

Navan, Meath, Ireland

Self-catering

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Welcoming and homely 3 ensuite bedroom holiday cottage in rural setting in the beautiful Boyne Valley, part of Decoy Country Cottages where there is a games room, BBQ area, children’s playground and more, less than an hour’s drive from Dublin.

Part of a cottage complex: 2 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 14 people)

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

£1498*

4 nights - 23/12 to 27/12/2026.

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Online Booking Available

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The Barn,

Navan, Meath, Ireland

Self-catering

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Comfortable and homely 4 bedroom 3 bathroom holiday home in the Boyne Valley with access to games room on site (with pool table and air hockey), children’s playground area and BBQ, less than an hour’s drive from Dublin.

Part of a cottage complex: 2 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 14 people)

countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

£2034*

4 nights - 23/12 to 27/12/2026.

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Super king-size bedroom at Red Gables, Herefordshire

Dining room at Red Gables, Herefordshire

Ensuite shower room at Red Gables, Herefordshire

Kitchen/diner at Red Gables, Herefordshire

Double bedroom at Red Gables, Herefordshire

Twin bedroom at Red Gables, Herefordshire

Family bathroom at Red Gables, Herefordshire

Private Swimming Pool at Red Gables, Herefordshire

Red Gables, Herefordshire, from the outside

Family-Friendly

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Red Gables,

Pudleston, Herefordshire, England

Self-catering

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Beautiful 4 bedroom 4 bathroom luxury pet-friendly holiday home set on a country estate near Leominster, with private hot tub and barrel sauna in garden, plus daily access to an onsite indoor swimming pool, this is a great place to relax and unwind in the countryside.

Part of a cottage complex: 2 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 16 people)

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

£3890*

4 nights - 23/12 to 27/12/2026.

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* Price quoted is not inclusive of any applicable booking fees or local charges.

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Child by Christmas tree Searching for a family-friendly holiday home to rent for your Christmas getaway? Country Cottages Online features a great choice of child-friendly self-catering cottages currently available over Christmas where you can celebrate this special time of year with your brood.

Keep your Family Happy on a Festive Cottage Break this Xmas

Popular choices for families with teenagers and older children include holiday homes with facilities like a games room or a movie room, to keep you and the kids entertained over the festive period. For those with tots or toddlers, look out for holiday homes at complexes with a play barn or similar indoor soft play facilities for plenty of family fun. Whatever type of facilities you opt for in a holiday home for your Xmas break, remember to check with the owner or agency to find out if the property will be decorated with a tree and other trimmings ready for your arrival.

Whether you're holidaying with teenagers or young kids, we hope you find the perfect family friendly cottage rental for your Christmas holiday.

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Family Cottages for Christmas Holidays

Sandpiper at Watermouth Cove Cottages,

The Gothic Mansion,

Beachcomber at Watermouth Cove Cottages,

Carp Cottage,

Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages,

Mendham Mill - a fabulous holiday home over a river,

The Mews,

Wren Cottage at Low Moor Holiday Cottages,

Eden Hideaway,

Romantic Cabin Haf with all weather Hot Tub,

White Sands,

Lower Northcott Farmhouse,

The Loft ,

The Barn,

Red Gables,

Keep your Family Happy on a Festive Cottage Break this Xmas