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20 CoolStays for a New Year's Getaway

Published: 10th December 2020

Tiers and travel restrictions will be back in place for new year, but those of us lucky enough to be in tier 1 or 2 can still book a little holiday hideaway. We've chosen 20 of our favourite CoolStays around the UK which are still available over the new year period, from tiny cottages by the sea, to grand country manors (with many large properties offering a discount for smaller groups), these lovely properties are the perfect place to relax, unwind and say a not-so-fond farewell 2020. Please make sure you travel responsibly and always check the latest rules before you book.
Little Petra

Little Petra

Sennen - Cornwall

Enjoy staying in your own hidden corner of West Cornwall at Little Petra, a holiday cottage overlooking Sennen's Whitesands Bay.

Sleeps 2

From £99/night

Treseren

Treseren

Newquay - Cornwall

Stunning Georgian Country House and cottage close to Cornish Coast steeped in local history and set in acres of wildflower and gardens

Sleeps 12

From £225/night

Gogwell

Gogwell

Tiverton - Devon

Grand and comfortable six bedroom house in the Devon hills, with numerous outdoor activities and a heated pool.

Sleeps 12 +2 kids

From £300/night

The Old Shippen

The Old Shippen

Bideford - Devon

The Old Shippen is a converted cattle shed which is now a beautiful and peaceful holiday home, just for adults, in rural Devon.

Sleeps 4

From £84/night

The Dairy House

The Dairy House

Illminster - Somerset

A stunning detached stone cottage set within the grounds of the Dillington House Estate in Somerset...

Sleeps 16

From £290/night

Camden Lodge Bath

Camden Lodge Bath

Bath - Somerset

Stunning two bedroom detached cottage in the heart of Bath’s most exclusive neighbourhood, with walled garden.

Sleeps 5

From £149/night

Lower Hedge Farm

Lower Hedge Farm

Nr Shepton Mallet - Somerset

Beautifully renovated farmhouse with a hot tub in the heart of Somerset’s countryside, perfect for a relaxing rural retreat.

Sleeps 14

From £349/night

Allington Court

Allington Court

Bridport - Dorset

Palatial Bridport manor house for up to 21 guests, replete with private cinema room and large garden

Sleeps 21

From £457/night

The Apple Press at Eatonden Manor Farm

The Apple Press at Eatonden Manor Farm

Stonegate, Wadhurst - East Sussex

Beautifully restored self-catering cottage for four in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in East Sussex

Sleeps 4

From £104/night

New House Farm Country Retreat

New House Farm Country Retreat

Etchingham - East Sussex

Luxurious estate in the heart of the Sussex countryside with pool, hot tub and valley views.

Sleeps 2-42

From £95/night

The Old Hall

The Old Hall

Saxlingham Nethergate - Norfolk

Wander the gardens, swim in the private pool and enjoy the luxury of a quintessential Elizabethan country house that’s perfect for large groups.

Sleeps 18

From £714/night

By the Wye

By the Wye

Hay On Wye - Powys

Comfy, luxurious eco-friendly safari tents in the woods on the bank of the river Wye in Herefordshire.

Sleeps 6

From £145/night

Hide Wales - The Bugail Hut

Hide Wales - The Bugail Hut

Llantwit Major - Vale of Glamorgan

A boutique shepherd’s hut snuggled in a lush South Wales arboretum next to the Heritage coastline; perfect for a romantic escape...

Sleeps 2

From £100/night

Telfit Farm

Telfit Farm

Richmond - North Yorkshire

Historical beauty meets modern luxury in this renovated Georgian escape in the Yorkshire Dales.

Sleeps 20

From £900/night

Gayles Hall Barns

Gayles Hall Barns

Richmond - North Yorkshire

Gayles Hall Barns is an idyllic rural holiday home, located in the North Yorkshire countryside, comprising of two large self-catering houses.

Sleeps 14

From £412/night

Waternook

Waternook

Ullswater - The Lake District

Inspiring holiday homes for large groups with breathtaking views of Ullswater and decadent five star gold accommodation.

Sleeps 8 - 12 per property

From £400/night

Tower O'Ess

Tower O'Ess

Glen Tanar Estate - Aberdeenshire

A proud and luxurious gatehouse conversion guarding the Glen Tanar Estate and nestled within the bewitching Scots Pine of Aberdeenshire

Sleeps 2

From £157/night

Avernish Lodge

Avernish Lodge

Kyle of Lochalsh - Ross-shire

Rugged outside, modern inside… This 2-bedroom lodge on the banks of Loch Alsh has the most beautiful of locations and superb style

Sleeps 4

From £129/night

The Net Store

The Net Store

Ardheslaig - Ross-Shire

Discover this gorgeous Highland retreat situated on the shores of Loch Beag - with stunning views and gorgeously relaxed interiors.

Sleeps 4

From £136/night

Author:
Claire Wills
Claire is the International Editor for CoolStays. It's her mission to scout the globe for new amazing places to show you. You can follow her on Twitter, @clairelewills

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