Rural Retreats for Christmas Breaks

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Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire, from the outside

Garden at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

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Open plan living area at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

Well equipped kitchen at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

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Loo at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

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Romantic Retreat

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Rhydd Holiday Barn,

Malvern, Worcestershire, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

2 bathrooms

No pets

4 star Gold Award winning barn conversion near Malvern with stunning views out to the Malvern Hills.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £430

-20825 nights - 07/01 to 01/01/1970.

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Granary Court, Derbyshire, from the outside

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Family-Friendly

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Granary Court,

Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England

sleeps 16

8 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Large group accommodation with special celebration room plus games room and use of owner's hot tub, hen parties and stag parties welcome.

5 (1 reviews)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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£3250*

3 nights - 23/12 to 26/12/2026.

Special Offer: 16 Oct - 2 nights

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Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire, from the outside

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Bedroom at Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

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BBQ at Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

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Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!,

Checkley, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

Stylish romantic pet-friendly barn conversion midway between the Wye Valley and Malvern Hills AONBs, luxurious throughout and with superb country views, relax and unwind at this stunning couple’s holiday home.

5 (2 reviews)

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

Facilities, Features & Awards:

£927*

3 nights - 23/12 to 26/12/2026.

Special Offer: 24 Oct - 2 nights

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Main House at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Super king-size bedroom at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Farmhouse style kitchen at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Family bathroom at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Shower room at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Private Hot Tub at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

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Children's bedroom at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Cinema room at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Family-Friendly

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Borland Farmhouse,

Cumnock, Ayrshire, Scotland

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

No pets

family friendly

Luxury 4 bedroom holiday farmhouse near Cumnock and Ayr in Scotland, featuring stunning countryside views, a games room with a pool table and a private outdoor hot tub, ideal for groups of friends and family.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

£2500*

3 nights - 23/12 to 26/12/2026.

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Countryside near The Owlery, romantic couples' cottage, Devon

Lounge at The Owlery, romantic couples' cottage, Devon

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The Owlery, romantic couples' cottage, Devon, from the outside

Family bathroom at The Owlery, romantic couples' cottage, Devon

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The Owlery, romantic couples' cottage,

Dartmouth, Devon, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

No pets

A detached stone holiday cottage for two with a cosy woodburner, a Jacuzzi bath and a private garden with pretty views over the valley and orchard, perfect for romantic breaks and set in twenty acres of conservation valley and woodlands.

Part of a cottage complex: 1 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 2 people)

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

£530*

3 nights - 23/12 to 26/12/2026.

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Garden at Old Barn House, Hereford, Herefordshire

Private Hot Tub at Old Barn House, Hereford, Herefordshire

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Family bathroom at Old Barn House, Hereford, Herefordshire

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Shower room at Old Barn House, Hereford, Herefordshire

Conservatory at Old Barn House, Hereford, Herefordshire

Boot room at Old Barn House, Hereford, Herefordshire

Old Barn House, Hereford, Herefordshire, from the outside

Lake view at Old Barn House, Hereford, Herefordshire

Family-Friendly

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Old Barn House, Hereford,

Hereford, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 8

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Old Barn House is a characterful cottage that provides a luxurious getaway for families or friends of up to eight guests, plus additional infants in cots, in four double bedrooms.

5 (5 reviews)

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £1350

Next available: 13 Oct - 3 nights

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All Seasons Cottage Breaks - Flint Cottage, Suffolk, from the outside

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Family bathroom at All Seasons Cottage Breaks - Flint Cottage, Suffolk

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All Seasons Cottage Breaks - Flint Cottage,

Saxmundham, Suffolk, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Charming single-storey 2 bedroom holiday cottage in historic market-town of Saxmundham, just 8 miles from Aldeburgh on the Suffolk Heritage Coast, one small pet dog welcome.

Part of a cottage complex: 1 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 4 people)

5 (1 reviews)

ground floor bedroom garden views

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £695

Next available: 13 Oct - 7 nights

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The Chaffhouse, Lincolnshire, from the outside

Garden furniture at The Chaffhouse, Lincolnshire

Farmhouse style kitchen at The Chaffhouse, Lincolnshire

Countryside views at The Chaffhouse, Lincolnshire

Online Booking Available

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The Chaffhouse,

Great Sturton, Lincolnshire, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

multi-dogs (up to 4)

family friendly

Lovely 2 bedroom dogs welcome and family-friendly barn conversion next to countryside and close to the Lincolnshire Wolds and Lincoln.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 13 people)

panoramic views of unspoiled countryside with meadows near local pub

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7 nights from £300

Next available: 15 Nov - 7 nights

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Main House at The Clock Tower, Herefordshire

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Private Hot Tub at The Clock Tower, Herefordshire

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The Clock Tower,

Colwall, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

Idyllic romantic pet-friendly retreat by the Malvern Hills, just 4 miles from Ledbury, with its own private garden and dog run.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £750

Next available: 15 Oct - 7 nights

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Outdoor swimming pool at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Main House at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

Lounge at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

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Family bathroom at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

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Indoor swimming pool at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

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Garden at The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams, Devon

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Family-Friendly

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The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams,

Modbury, Devon, England

sleeps 5

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

No pets

family friendly

Luxurious 5 star rated 2 bedroom holiday apartment located on the Colmer Estate in Devon where the excellent shared leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, an outdoor pool, fishing lake, gym and extensive gardens.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach

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7 nights from £850

Next available: 13 Oct - 4 nights

Special Offer: 31 Oct - 7 nights

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Private Hot Tub at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 2, Dunbartonshire

Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 2, Dunbartonshire, from the outside

Open plan living area at Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 2, Dunbartonshire

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Family-Friendly

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Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 2,

Balloch, Dunbartonshire, Scotland

sleeps 8

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 4)

accessible

Stylish all ground floor, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom holiday lodge near Loch Lomond, pet-friendly (up to 4 dogs welcome) and with optional hot tub hire.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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7 nights from £1500

Next available: 18 Oct - 5 nights

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Ty Gwyn Cottage, Powys, from the outside

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Pet-Friendly

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Ty Gwyn Cottage,

Llangadfan, Powys, Wales

sleeps 5

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Fantastic rural retreat, this 3 bedroom cottage benefits from an elevated hillside location along with sublime views over the Banwy valley, great base for discovering some of the best of Mid Wales.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £700

Next available: 13 Oct - 7 nights

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The Stable, Old Barn Cottages, Lincolnshire, from the outside

Lounge at The Stable, Old Barn Cottages, Lincolnshire

Farmhouse style kitchen at The Stable, Old Barn Cottages, Lincolnshire

Bedroom at The Stable, Old Barn Cottages, Lincolnshire

Loo at The Stable, Old Barn Cottages, Lincolnshire

Patio area at The Stable, Old Barn Cottages, Lincolnshire

Countryside views at The Stable, Old Barn Cottages, Lincolnshire

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The Stable, Old Barn Cottages,

Great Sturton, Lincolnshire, England

sleeps 5

3 bedrooms

1 bathroom

multi-dogs (up to 3)

cat friendly

Spacious 3 bedroom pet-friendly holiday barn to rent, next to the Lincolnshire Wolds and only around 40 minutes' drive from the coast.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 13 people)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £300

Next available: 09 Nov - 7 nights

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Garden at The Turbine House, Argyll and Bute

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Lounge at The Turbine House, Argyll and Bute

Bedroom at The Turbine House, Argyll and Bute

Shower room at The Turbine House, Argyll and Bute

Open plan living area at The Turbine House, Argyll and Bute

Well equipped kitchen at The Turbine House, Argyll and Bute

Countryside near The Turbine House, Argyll and Bute

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The Turbine House,

Lochgilphead, Argyll and Bute, Scotland

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

Lovely romantic retreat, an ideal base for discovering just what makes this part of Argyll and Bute so very special.

ground floor bedroom garden views

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £720

Next available: 19 Oct - 6 nights

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Lochead Cottage, Argyll and Bute, from the outside

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Bedroom at Lochead Cottage, Argyll and Bute

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Lochead Cottage,

Lochgilphead, Argyll and Bute, Scotland

sleeps 6

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

One of a collection of high quality cottages in a stunning setting with loch views in Argyll and Bute in Scotland, pet-friendly and sleeping up to 6 people.

Part of a cottage complex: 1 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 6 people)

ground floor bedroom countryside views over hills

Facilities, Features & Awards:

7 nights from £795

Next available: 07 Nov - 7 nights

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Looking to take a break over Christmas and rent a rural retreat or a country cottage? Find rural country cottages for a holiday this December over the Xmas period on Country Cottages Online.

Why Book a Rural Retreat Break this Christmas?

Hiding away in a cottage in the countryside or rural Britain could be an ideal choice over the festive period for those who want to escape for a relaxed laidback Xmas. Imagine waking up to a tranquil setting on a festive holiday. The countryside is beautiful whatever the season; in winter you can gaze upon winter wonderlands with frost setting over fields, and if you are lucky, snow covered landscapes.

Ask owners or agencies about good local walks and look out for properties with a log burner or open fire for that warm cosy feel on your December holiday. Other popular choices include festive cottages with country views, which can be a treat at any time of year. If it's important to you to rent a holiday home all decorated for Christmas, remember to ask about that prior to booking; lots of cottage owners decorate their holiday house with a Xmas tree, tinsel, twinkly festive lights and decorations but it's recommended that you check this prior to booking if this is important to you.

We hope that you find the perfect rural retreat or country cottage to rent for your Xmas break on Country Cottages Online.

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Rural Retreats for Christmas Breaks

Rhydd Holiday Barn,

Granary Court,

Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!,

Borland Farmhouse,

The Owlery, romantic couples' cottage,

Old Barn House, Hereford,

All Seasons Cottage Breaks - Flint Cottage,

The Chaffhouse,

The Clock Tower,

The Lawns Luxury Apartment in Devon/Beautiful South Hams,

Westertonhill Holiday Lodge 2,

Ty Gwyn Cottage,

The Stable, Old Barn Cottages,

The Turbine House,

Lochead Cottage,

Why Book a Rural Retreat Break this Christmas?