Rural Retreats for Christmas Breaks

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Epsom Cottage, Oxfordshire, from the outside

Patio area at Epsom Cottage, Oxfordshire

Farmhouse style kitchen at Epsom Cottage, Oxfordshire

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Family bathroom at Epsom Cottage, Oxfordshire

Private Swimming Pool at Epsom Cottage, Oxfordshire

Games Room at Epsom Cottage, Oxfordshire

Children’s play area at Epsom Cottage, Oxfordshire

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Epsom Cottage,

Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, England

sleeps 5

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

Beautifully presented, 3 bedroom Epsom Cottage is an absolute dream, with luxurious 5 star rated accommodation, this is an idyllic place to enjoy a truly relaxing holiday in the Cotswolds close to Chipping Norton, with access to a heated indoor swimming pool on site, a spa where you can book pampering treatments (available at additional cost), as well as a gym and beautiful gardens, this has to be one of the Cotswolds' very best holiday homes.

ensuite bedroom(s) near local pub

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£3476*

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

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Countryside views at Nine Ocean Reach, Devon

Nine Ocean Reach, Devon, from the outside

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Nine Ocean Reach,

Salcombe, Devon, England

sleeps 4

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

multi-dogs (up to 4)

cat friendly

Stylish romantic pet-friendly coastal holiday home with sea views set within the South Devon AONB, just 4 miles from Salcombe.

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 £699

3 nights - 25/12 to 28/12/2026.

Special Offer: 03 Jul - 3 nights

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Lounge at Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views, Herefordshire

Kitchen/diner at Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views, Herefordshire

Family bathroom at Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views, Herefordshire

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Bedroom at Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views, Herefordshire

Countryside views at Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views, Herefordshire

Garden at Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views, Herefordshire

Surrounding area near Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views, Herefordshire

Countryside near Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views, Herefordshire

Patio area at Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views, Herefordshire

Dogs welcome at Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views, Herefordshire

Garden furniture at Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views, Herefordshire

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Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views,

Much Marcle, Herefordshire, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

Charming romantic retreat with views out to the Malvern Hills, less than 8 miles from Ledbury and 10 miles from Hereford and close to the Wye Valley AONB.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

£908*

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

Special Offer: 03 Jul - 7 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

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

Open plan living area at Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

Surrounding area near Field Barn sleeps 2, with a private Steam Room and AirCon!, Herefordshire

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

Patio area 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)

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£927*

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

Special Offer: 03 Jul - 3 nights

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Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire, from the outside

Garden at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

Patio area at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

Open plan living area at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

Well equipped kitchen at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

Lounge at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

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Countryside views at Rhydd Holiday Barn, Worcestershire

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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Ebenezer Chapel, Derbyshire, from the outside

Dining room at Ebenezer Chapel, Derbyshire

Farmhouse style kitchen at Ebenezer Chapel, Derbyshire

Family bathroom at Ebenezer Chapel, Derbyshire

Patio area at Ebenezer Chapel, Derbyshire

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Ebenezer Chapel,

Milford, Derbyshire, England

sleeps 20

8 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

1 dog allowed

family friendly

With a riverside location and river views, this unique chapel conversion in Milford could be the ideal place to holiday with friends or family close to the Peak District, and the on site sauna suite helps to make it a great place to relax and unwind too.

ground floor bedroom river views

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£2550*

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

Special Offer: 19 Jun - 3 nights

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Decked area at Hare Romantic Retreat, Somerset

Lounge at Hare Romantic Retreat, Somerset

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Romantic Retreat

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Hare Romantic Retreat,

Bath, Somerset, England

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

No pets

No pets sleeps 2 Cotswolds rural retreat just 4 miles from Bath, with veranda with fabulous countryside views.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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£282*

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

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Main House at Heads Nook Hall Cottage, Cumbria

Lounge at Heads Nook Hall Cottage, Cumbria

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Family bathroom at Heads Nook Hall Cottage, Cumbria

Garden at Heads Nook Hall Cottage, Cumbria

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Heads Nook Hall Cottage,

Heads Nook, Cumbria, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

1 bathroom

2 dogs welcome

accessible

Beautiful luxurious 2 bedroom pet-friendly holiday home in the beautiful North Pennines, just 7 miles from Carlisle and welcoming 2 pet dogs.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands

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£520*

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

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Private Hot Tub at The Boathouse, Highland

Countryside views at The Boathouse, Highland

Coastal scenes near The Boathouse, Highland

Luxury kitchen at The Boathouse, Highland

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The Boathouse,

Tomich, Beauly, Highland, Scotland

sleeps 2

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

No pets

Stylish sleeps 2 eco-friendly lodge with magnificent loch views and its own rowing boat, ideal for an off-grid holiday in the Scottish Highlands.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over hills

Facilities, Features & Awards:

£1000*

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

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Conservatory at The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland, Oxfordshire

Private Hot Tub at The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland, Oxfordshire

Dining room at The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland, Oxfordshire

Children's bedroom at The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland, Oxfordshire

Shower room at The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland, Oxfordshire

Games Room at The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland, Oxfordshire

The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland, Oxfordshire, from the outside

Kitchen/diner at The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland, Oxfordshire

Countryside views at The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland, Oxfordshire

Outdoor games area at The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland, Oxfordshire

Garden at The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland, Oxfordshire

Countryside near The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland, Oxfordshire

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The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland,

Oxford, Oxfordshire, England

sleeps 11

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 6)

cat friendly

Superb 4 bedroom holiday house with excellent location on an Oxfordshire country estate, set in over half an acre of gardens close to the Cotswolds and half an hour's drive from Oxford, complete with a private warm bubbly hot tub and shared access to a Games Barn with a pool table, football table and table tennis, this is a fantastic cottage for family breaks or group holidays such as stag or hen parties.

Part of a cottage complex: 1 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 11 people)

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

Facilities, Features & Awards:

£2800*

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

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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

Games Room at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Children's bedroom at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

Cinema room at Borland Farmhouse, Ayrshire

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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

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£2500*

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

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Private Hot Tub at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

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The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire, from the outside

Farmhouse style kitchen at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

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Games Room at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

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Conservatory at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

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Lake view at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

Drawing room at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

Outdoor games area at The Cotswold Manor Hall, Oxfordshire

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The Cotswold Manor Hall,

Oxford, Oxfordshire, England

sleeps 24

9 bedrooms

7 bathrooms

multi-dogs (up to 6)

cat friendly

Cotswold Manor Hall is set on the 70 acre Cotswold Manor Country Estate, just 20 minutes drive from Oxford and an hour's drive from London, this 9 bedroom holiday home is a great place for groups, large families, stag parties or hen parties and with a private hot tub is ideal for relaxing and enjoying good times together in the tranquil Cotswold countryside.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)

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£6600*

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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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

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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 £1595

Next available: 29 Jun - 4 nights

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Ensuite bathroom at Meadow Cottage, Devon

Well equipped kitchen at Meadow Cottage, Devon

Family bathroom at Meadow Cottage, Devon

Enclosed garden at Meadow Cottage, Devon

Garden furniture at Meadow Cottage, Devon

Countryside views at Meadow Cottage, Devon

Coastal scenes near Meadow Cottage, Devon

Luxurious interior at Meadow Cottage, Devon

Surrounding area near Meadow Cottage, Devon

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Meadow Cottage,

Honiton, Devon, England

sleeps 4

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 dogs welcome

family friendly

Secluded 2 bedroom country cottage with meadow views, exposed wooden beams, character features and a lovely garden located by the Blackdown Hills in Devon with the Jurassic Coast close by, both family-friendly and dog-friendly.

Part of a cottage complex: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 12 people)

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands

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7 nights from £550

Next available: 06 Jul - 5 nights

Special Offer: 18 Jul - 7 nights

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

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Well equipped kitchen at All Seasons Cottage Breaks - Flint Cottage, Suffolk

Luxurious interior 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: 3 listed properties available (total maximum capacity: 10 people)

5 (1 reviews)

ground floor bedroom garden views

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7 nights from £695

Next available: 26 Jun - 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

Epsom Cottage,

Nine Ocean Reach,

Sleeps 2, Romantic, Modern, Luxurious Cottage with garden, WiFi and Amazing Views,

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

Rhydd Holiday Barn,

Ebenezer Chapel,

Hare Romantic Retreat,

Heads Nook Hall Cottage,

The Boathouse,

The Cotswold Manor Vineyard, Exclusive Hot-Tub, Games/Event Barns, 70 acres of Parkland,

Borland Farmhouse,

The Cotswold Manor Hall,

Old Barn House, Hereford,

Meadow Cottage,

All Seasons Cottage Breaks - Flint Cottage,

Why Book a Rural Retreat Break this Christmas?