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Wild winter weekends

Published 16th October 2026

Wintry woodlands, windswept beaches, frosty moorlands - what makes them even better? Somewhere lovely and snug to come back to.

Wild days out and warm cosy nights are the perfect winter mix. So we've chosen some of our favourite Coolstays with winter weekend availability.

Places by the sea

Snug coastal stays to come back to after a day of windy beach walks and wave-watching. See all our stays by the sea.
Seasgair

Seasgair

Oban - Argyll & Bute

Sleeps 2
Watch the winter weather roll across the sea from the comfort of this oh-so-cosy Scandi hideaway on Scotland’s west coast.
Starre Barn Cottage

Starre Barn Cottage

Beer - Devon

Sleeps 2
Beautifully restored barn in Beer, just moments from the Jurassic Coast. Wrap up for a blustery beach walk, then retreat to the luxurious freestanding bath for a long, lazy soak.
Workshop Cottage

Workshop Cottage

Tywyn - Gwynedd

2 +1 kid
Wintry woodland wanders or a dip in the indoor pool? There’s no need to consult the forecast. This charming workshop conversion with access to a lovely indoor pool and woodland walks on the Llanfendigaid Estate, in Eryri (Snowdonia).
Seall Lodge

Seall Lodge

Portpatrick - Dumfries and Galloway

Sleeps 4
Cosy hillside retreat overlooking a sweeping bay in Dumfries and Galloway with unforgettable sunset views.
Angel View

Angel View

Perranuthnoe - Cornwall

Sleeps 4
Gorgeous, super-modern, architect-designed Huf Haus in Cornwall with fabulous social spaces and stunning coastal views.
Major House

Major House

Newport - Pembrokeshire

Sleeps 8
Beautifully renovated family home in the heart of Newport on the Pembrokeshire coast, just a 10-minute stroll from the sea.

Winter woodland stays

Head to the wintry woods for crisp forest trails, snug cabins and steaming outdoor baths. Take a look at all our woodland getaways.
Dreamers Drey - Mourne Mountains

Dreamers Drey - Mourne Mountains

Newcastle - County Down

Sleeps 2
With famous guests including Hugh Jackman, this luxurious forest resort overlooking Northern Ireland's highest mountain could be your new happy place.
Drovers Bough

Drovers Bough

Hereford - Herefordshire

Sleeps 2
Award-winning, tranquil and picturesque treehouse in the Black Mountains, with modern amenities, set on a 27-acre farm.
Mountain View Lodge

Mountain View Lodge

Ludlow - Shropshire

2+2
Contemporary woodland lodge in Cleehill with panoramic views across seven counties and a deluxe hot tub. Spend the afternoon exploring, then sink into the hot tub as dusk settles over the hills.
Forest Cottage

Forest Cottage

Aviemore - Cairngorms National Park

Sleeps 2+2
This beautifully restored fairy-tale cottage in the heart of the picturesque Cairngorms National Park is the perfect romantic getaway.
Birch View Cabin

Birch View Cabin

Peterborough - Northamptonshire

Sleeps 4
Tranquil woodland cabin retreat near Oundle in East Northamptonshire with hot tub and birch grove views.
North Lodge and River Cabin

North Lodge and River Cabin

Banchory - Aberdeenshire

Sleeps 6
Lovingly renovated remote cabin and lodge nestled in charming Aberdeenshire woodland with hot tub and accommodation for six.

Up in the hills

Big views, bracing hikes and a woodburner waiting at the end of it. See all our places in the mountains.
1692 Wasdale B&B

1692 Wasdale B&B

Seascale - Cumbria

2 per suite
Book a room and experience breathtaking views of the spectacular Lake District from the comfort of the hot tub at this stunning B&B.
Ecotone Cabins

Ecotone Cabins

Ullapool - Ross-Shire

2 - 4 per cabin
Two beautifully built eco-cabins in the northwest Scottish Highlands, just a short drive from Ullapool. Make the most of the short winter days with a bracing walk, then settle in to watch the light fade over Loch Broom.
The Nest

The Nest

Northallerton - North Yorkshire

Sleeps 2
Peaceful cabin hideaway in Osmotherley on the edge of the North York Moors with doorstep walking and cosy garden fire pit.
Kekaroka Lodge

Kekaroka Lodge

Brampton - Cumbria

Sleeps 2
Cosy and romantic lodge for two in Cumbria with private balcony, free-standing bathtub, hot tub and heart-stopping views.
Tilbury Farm Treehouse

Tilbury Farm Treehouse

Near Taunton - Somerset

2 +2 kids
Secluded luxury treehouse in the Quantocks with a wood-fired hot tub, outdoor copper bath and sweeping Exmoor views.
Celyn Snowdonia

Celyn Snowdonia

Nant Gwynant - Snowdonia

Sleeps 4
This 17th century Welsh longhouse benefits from stunning views of Snowdonia National Park, and an unrivalled location at the foot of Mount Snowdon.
Corylus

Corylus

Ullapool - Ross-Shire

Sleeps 6
Beautiful architect-designed apartments above Ullapool with sweeping loch views and stylish contemporary interiors.

Winter by the water

Mist over a quiet lake, a river rushing by, a fire going inside. See our collection of places by lakes and rivers.
8 Tarn End

8 Tarn End

Brampton - Cumbria

Sleeps 2
Luxury lakeside cottage nestled in an area of natural beauty with fabulous brass bath and uninterrupted views of the lake in Talkin Tarn. Slow mornings watching the lake, afternoons out in the crisp winter air and absolutely no big plans.
The Lodge at The Yair

The Lodge at The Yair

By Galashiels - Scottish Borders

Sleeps 2
Enjoy a romantic escape in this charming cottage for two tucked away in a quiet corner of a traditional country estate in the Scottish Borders.
The Boathouse on the Lake

The Boathouse on the Lake

Thakeham - West Sussex

Sleeps 2
Enjoy a fabulous couple's retreat in this beautiful lakeside home in West Sussex, complete with a hot tub, private deck, tennis court and cosy interior.
The Field House

The Field House

Avernish - Kyle of Lochalsh

Sleeps 4
An architect-designed Highlands retreat that sits in perfect harmony within its stunning location on the banks of Loch Alsh.
Fronteifi Nature Lodges

Fronteifi Nature Lodges

Cardigan - Ceredigion

Sleeps 4
Spellbinding riverfront eco lodges for two, with private hot tubs overlooking the wildlife-rich Teifi Marshes near Cardigan.
Base Camp North Lakes

Base Camp North Lakes

Penrith - Cumbria

2 +2 per cabin
Eco-led lakeside cabins on a working Lake District farm with outdoor baths, mountain views and resident alpacas.
Aquila Lake House

Aquila Lake House

Penrith - Cumbria

Sleeps 6
Striking lakeside retreat on Haweswater’s shoreline with dramatic fell views in the Lake District. When the days are short and the scenery this dramatic, a weekend of doing very little feels pretty well spent.
Duck House

Duck House

South Cerney - Gloucestershire

Sleeps 8
Beautiful lakeside home with spacious waterfront terrace, alfresco dining, an open plan living area and a private hot tub.

Mild not wild

If you'd rather swap the cold and damp for sunnier climes, here are some gorgeous spots for a bit of winter sun. See our full villa collection.
Casita Coco

Casita Coco

Guatiza - Las Palmas

Sleeps 2
Bright adults-only boutique hideaway in northern Lanzarote with a private terrace and shared heated pool in Guatiza.
La Zambra Hotel

La Zambra Hotel

Mijas - Malaga

4 per suite
Fabulous hotel close to Malaga with stunning views, superb pools, a spa, a tennis court and some amazing places to eat and drink.
Molino del Carmen

Molino del Carmen

Gaucin - Andalucia

2-8
Renovated olive mill developed into seven stylish apartments oozing Spanish charm and modern luxury. Molino del Carmen is a wonderful retreat!
The Andalusian Apartment

The Andalusian Apartment

Seville - Andalusia

Sleeps 5
A chic Seville apartment offering easy access to the city and the Alameda de Hércules, one of the city’s most trendy and happening neighbourhoods.
Quinta Marefe

Quinta Marefe

Paul do Mar - Madeira

Sleeps 6
This marvellous villa in Madeira sits up on a hill offering incredible sea views, a spectacular pool and luxurious interiors.
Olhao Town House

Olhao Town House

Olhao - Olhao

Sleeps 10
Beautifully restored designer townhouse in Olhão with a plunge pool, rooftop terraces and uplifting interiors in the heart of the Algarve.