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Rural Retreats for Christmas Breaks

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23.12.2025 - 3 nights X
65 rental properties match your search for Rural Retreats for Christmas Breaks

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Romantic Retreats at Annstead Cottages,

Beadnell, Northumberland, England
sleeps 2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Choose from 4 pet-friendly romantic retreats at this working farm right by the seaside of the Northumberland Coast AONB, just 1 mile from Seahouses.

ground floor bedroom rural views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifiPatio GardenParking
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7 nights from £410
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The Mews,

Minehead, Somerset, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly 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:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor private hot tubfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
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7 nights from £1695
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Family-Friendly
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Carp Cottage,

Doddington, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly 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.

ground floor bedroom near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenonsite poolfree WifiParking
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7 nights from £450
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Mendham Mill - a fabulous holiday home over a river,

Mendham, Harleston, Norfolk, England
sleeps 8 sleeps 8
4 bedrooms 4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly 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
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gold award winning cottageTVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenParking
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7 nights from £400
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Family-Friendly
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Knowle Manor,

Dunster, Somerset, England
sleeps 53 sleeps 53
20 bedrooms 20 bedrooms
20 bathrooms 20 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Fabulous large country house featuring an indoor swimming pool, games room, beautifully landscaped gardens and a location in the Aville Valley within Exmoor National Park, this is a very special place to stay with a family-friendly policy.

ensuite bedroom(s) near beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomonsite heated poolfree Wifienclosed gardenfireplaceBBQParking
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7 nights from £8750
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Family-Friendly
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The Long Barn,

Taunton, Somerset, England
sleeps 12 sleeps 12
6 bedrooms 6 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets
family friendly family friendly

Nestled by the Quantock and Blackdown Hills, this 6 bedroom barn conversion is located close to Exmoor National Park, is 5 star gold award winning and boasts an indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub and games room, perfect for a luxurious West Country holiday.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor private hot tubindoor heated poolfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
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7 nights from £2300
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Romantic Retreat
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Petite Fleur,

Stow Maries, Essex, England
sleeps 2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets

Tranquil romantic retreat in Stow Maries in rural Essex set next to beautiful gardens and a golf club, close to vineyards, good cafes and a local pub, countryside walks, and just 15 minutes drive from Maldon and Burnham on Crouch.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
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7 nights from £600
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Family-Friendly
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Bluegate Farm Holiday Cottages,

Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly 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
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenParking
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7 nights from £550
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Seaspray,

Ilfracombe, Devon, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
cat friendly cat friendly

Homely and welcoming 3 bedroom pet-friendly holiday cottage (2 dogs welcome and cats by arrangement), just a walk away from Watermouth Cove and within half an hour’s drive of some of North Devon’s best beaches.

valley viewsnear beach
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveParking
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7 nights from £199
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Romantic Cabin Haf with all weather Hot Tub,

Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, Powys, Wales
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly 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:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree WifigardenBBQParking
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7 nights from £480
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No Pets
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Lucy's Lodge,

Doddington, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps 6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms 3 bathrooms
no dogs allowed No pets

3 bedroom rural retreat on a working farm in Lincolnshire, just 15 minutes' drive from Lincoln, with access to an indoor swimming pool on site, as well as two well stocked fishing lakes.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenonsite heated poolfree WifiParking
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7 nights from £500
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Family-Friendly
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Fair Oak Farm - Your Country Estate,

Mayfield, East Sussex, England
sleeps 36 sleeps 36
16 bedrooms 16 bedrooms
16 bathrooms 16 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Large group accommodation for a country break in East Sussex on the Weald, in award winning country estate offering a secluded and private location for up to 36 people in a range of rural accommodation; on site is a Grade II listed farmhouse, barn conversions, tree houses and shepherd's huts (on-site entertainment includes falconry, archery and cycling, bikes can be hired, ideal for special occasions and corporate events (a private chef and full catering, as well as beauty treatments, are an optional additional service).

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomsaunafree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stovefireplaceBBQfirepitParking
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7 nights from £7500
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Caban Iwrch with all weather Hot tub,

Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, Powys, Wales
sleeps 8 sleeps 8
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Idyllic traditional log cabin set at the foot of the Berwyn mountain range in glorious open countryside with a large hot tub, private veranda and barbeque, perfectly located to try a number of outdoor pursuits such as mountain biking, hiking and white water rafting.

ground floor bedroomensuite bedroom(s)
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree WifigardenBBQfirepitParking
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7 nights from £360
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Family-Friendly
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New Hall Farmhouse ,

Wolsingham, County Durham, England
sleeps 16 sleeps 16
8 bedrooms 8 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
4 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 4)
family friendly family friendly

Stunning holiday farmhouse with ample rustic charm with features such as wooden beams, stone walls and high ceilings in some rooms along with a large enclosed private garden, located on a farm close to Hamsterley Forest and conveniently located for discovering the Pennine Hills on days out.

ensuite bedroom(s) countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
gold award winning cottageTVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenwood burning stoveParkinggarden
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7 nights from £2400
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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:

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Fuschia Cottage,

Bude, Cornwall, England
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
3 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

2 bedroom dog-friendly barn conversion in Bude, with access to onsite swimming pool, tennis court, and own private hot tub.

near local pub historic property
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchengames roomoutdoor hot tub accessonsite poolfree Wifienclosed gardenwood burning stoveBBQfirepitParking
£1040*
4 nights - 23/12 to 27/12/2025.
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* Price quoted is not inclusive of any applicable booking fees or local charges.

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.