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Winter Weekends in the Country

Published 13th December 2023

Uh oh, January's here. The best way to sidestep the blues? Book yourself a little something to look forward to.

Requirements are: somewhere in the country, super cosy, preferably a wood-burner, maybe a hot tub and quite possibly a country pub not too far away.

Here are some of our favourite country cottages and cabins for a deep and crisp and even winter weekend break.

Chestnut Cabin

Bromyard - Herefordshire

Sleeps 2

Handcrafted log cabin with a wood fired hot tub set in the Herefordshire countryside, perfect for a quiet couple’s escape.

Dove Cottage

Tywyn - Gwynedd

Sleeps 4

This charming country cottage is a Grade II* listed building in picturesque Snowdownia National Park, making for an ideal tranquil staycation.

Spinks Nest Cottage

Hunworth - Norfolk

Sleeps 2

A sustainably renovated cottage with style by the bucketload - Spinks Nest Cottage makes the most wonderfully romantic retreat on North Norfolk’s stunning coastline.

Wilder Retreats

Haverfordwest - Pembrokeshire

Sleeps 2

Luxurious cabins with views of Pembrokeshire’s spectacular countryside and coastline set on land dedicated to re-wilding.

The Tawny Retreats

Stoke-on-Trent - Staffordshire

Sleeps 2

A luxurious cabin, surrounded by beautiful lakes and undulating hills, in the stunning Staffordshire countryside. A top choice for a romantic retreat for two.

The North Wing at Trevigue Farmhouse

Bude - Cornwall

Sleeps 2

Gorgeously romantic farmhouse bolthole for two near the idyllic sandy beaches of Cornwall's north coast

The Carriage Ely Paddington

Wayhead Coveney - Cambridgeshire

Sleeps 2

Relax in the perfect couples getaway - a luxury converted train carriage with private hot tub nestled in the heart of Cambridgeshire.

Cynefin Luxe Lodges

Hay-on-Wye - Hereford

Sleeps 4

Luxury lodges with hot tubs and gorgeous views of the rolling Herefordshire countryside near Hay-on-Wye.

The Flower Shop Cottage

Richmond - North Yorkshire

Sleeps 4 + 2 children

Fabulous stone cottage with indoor and outdoor wood burners, cinema screen, a wet room with a roll top bath, and private terrace in Gilling West, North Yorkshire.

Rink Hill

Tweed Valley - Scottish Borders

Sleeps 2

Romantic, modern hideaway with fantastic views and private hot tub, off-the-beaten track and tucked into the hillside in the Scottish Borders

Ambrose Shepherds Hut

Tunbridge Wells - Kent

Sleeps 2

Romantic shepherd's hut with cosy interiors, luxury bathroom and wood-fired hot tub, surrounded by the glorious Kent countryside.

The Nook

Craswall - Herefordshire

Sleeps 2

Cosy getaway with a hot tub, immersed in nature but with all your creature comforts, near the beautiful scenery of the Brecon Beacons National Park.

The Walled Garden

Great Snoring - Norfolk

Sleeps 2

Unique and stylish retreat privately set in a beautifully planted walled garden in North Norfolk.

MidPark A-Frame

Huntly - Aberdeenshire

Sleeps 2

Take in the dark skies and northern lights from the wood fired hot tub at this designer larch A-frame on a contemporary Scottish Estate.

Bethnal and Bec

Buntingford - Hertfordshire

Sleeps 2 per cabin

Three luxurious, romantic cabins with private gardens and jacuzzis with amazing views over the Hertfordshire countryside.

The Hide

Petersfield - Hampshire

Sleeps 2

Cute and cosy, modern and luxurious, this tiny house is the perfect romantic bolthole for couples seeking a private, peaceful, getaway in Hampshire.

Unplugged Rest - West Sussex

Thakeham - West Sussex

Sleeps 2

Take it back to the basics with a retreat to Unplugged Rest, two cabins tucked away in a peaceful slice of West Sussex countryside.

Willow Lodge

Cirencester - Wiltshire

Sleeps 2

Modern lakeside lodge in the Cotswolds with contemporary amenities, beautiful interiors and stunning views across the water.

Damselfly Treehouse

Fullerton - Hampshire

Sleeps 2

Built on a vineyard, this minimalist treehouse offers arresting views and is set on over 1000-acres of Hampshire wood and farmland.

Treetop Hideaways

Woodhall Spa - Lincolnshire

Treehouses sleeping 2

Self-catering treehouses set within gorgeous Lincolnshire woodland overlooking a private lake - each with its own docked paddle boats.

Slackbrae

Forestmill - Clackmannanshire

Sleeps 4

This stylish forester's cottage on a historic estate with stunning views and beautiful gardens is officially 5-star accredited with VisitScotland.