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Rural Retreats for Christmas Breaks

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23.12.2026 - 3 nights X
113 rental properties match your search for Rural Retreats for Christmas Breaks

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Ploughman's Cottage,

Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England
sleeps 4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Comfortable 2 bedroom country cottage nestled in 3 acres of tranquil gardens, discover the best of Nottinghamshire close by with day trips to the riverside town of Newark-on-Trent, Clipstone Forest and Sherwood Forest to name just a few attractions.

ground floor bedroom garden views
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gold award winning cottageTVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
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7 nights from £625
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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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Rower Fort,

Honiton, Devon, England
sleeps 16 sleeps 16
8 bedrooms 8 bedrooms
5 bathrooms 5 bathrooms
3 dogs welcome multi-dogs (up to 3)
family friendly family friendly

Unique Devonshire fairytale tower house with 8 bedrooms, with a location within 12 acres of gardens and grounds, a private hot tub and indoor heated swimming pool, this is a very special place to stay.

countryside views over fields and farmlandsnear beach
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TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessindoor heated poolfree WifigardenfireplaceBBQParking
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7 nights from £4950
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Koi Keep at Wallrudding Farm,

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

A collection of three delightful holiday cottages on a Lincolnshire working farm with the added benefit of shared access to an indoor heated swimming pool.

near local pub historic property
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenonsite poolfree WifiParking
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7 nights from £500
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The Barn at Lower Bassibones Farm,

Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, England
sleeps 5 sleeps 5
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
1 dog welcome 1 dog allowed
family friendly family friendly

4 star rated barn conversion set on a farm in the Bucks countryside in the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just 3 miles from Great Missenden and 5 miles from Wendover.

countryside views over fields and farmlands near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
silver award winning cottagesmart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenBBQParking
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7 nights from £625
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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
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TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveParking
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7 nights from £199
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Roach Rest,

Doddington, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps 2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets

This 1 bedroom holiday cottage is located on a lovely working farm which boasts fishing lakes as well as a large indoor heated swimming pool, many of Lincolnshire’s best sights are within easy reach for day trips.

lake views near local pub
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenonsite heated poolfree WifiPatio GardenParking
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7 nights from £300
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Romantic Retreat
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Millers End,

Alderholt, Dorset, England
sleeps 2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
1 dog welcome 1 dog allowed

Escape for a romantic break with your partner to this sleeps 2 cottage apartment, part of a historic Watermill, holiday close to the riverside where fishing is possible by arrangement, plus enjoy discovering the nearby New Forest National Park on days out, or head further afield and explore Salisbury, Stonehenge and even Bournemouth, all within an 40 minute drive.

ground floor bedroom rural views
Facilities, Features & Awards:
TVmicrowave in kitchenfree Wifienclosed gardenBBQParking
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7 nights from £360
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Edingtonhill House,

Berwick on Tweed, Borders, Scotland
sleeps 22 sleeps 22
7 bedrooms 7 bedrooms
6 bathrooms 6 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome 2 dogs welcome
family friendly family friendly

Edingtonhill House is a high quality 7 bedroom Scottish holiday home offering luxurious accommodation in the heart of the borders of Scotland, with an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna and children's play area as well as a fantastic country location, this house really does have it all.

ground floor bedroom countryside views over fields and farmlands
Facilities, Features & Awards:
smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accesssaunaonsite heated poolfree Wifigardenwood burning stoveBBQParking
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7 nights from £3910
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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
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smart TVmicrowave in kitchenfree WifigardenParking
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7 nights from £600
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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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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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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)
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smart TVdishwasher in kitchenmicrowave in kitchenoutdoor hot tub accessfree WifigardenBBQfirepitParking
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7 nights from £360
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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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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.