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Christmas and New Year cottages
Cottages near Christmas lights and winter illuminations
Towards the end of the year, many of the houses and gardens in our care are transformed into winter wonderlands, with some hosting magical lights trails. Book a National Trust cottage nearby and enjoy all the season has to offer.
No. 1 Belton, Belton estate, Lincolnshire
This pretty cottage is in the village of Belton, overlooking the orangery and the village church. Tickets are now on sale for Christmas at Belton, featuring a meadow of light stretching out into the distance, colour-changing larger-than-life neon string flowers, candles floating high into the sky and batons of light that shine all the colours of the rainbow. Find out more on the Belton webpage. Sleeps six.
Blickling Dairy House, Blickling estate, Norfolk
This 17th-century cottage is at the heart of the estate, with its miles of trails, Jacobean hall and traditional country pub. This year in the hall, the Christmas programme and decorations will be inspired by stars, and tickets for the estate's Garden of Lights are available now. Find out more on the Blickling webpage. Sleeps five.
Hempfield Stables, near Dunham Massey, Cheshire
This 19th-century stable is a quirky holiday cottage near the canal path and Dunham Massey. Tickets are now on sale for Christmas at Dunham Massey, with twinkling lights, installations and seasonal music. Find out more on the Dunham Massey webpage. Sleeps four.
Holeslack Farmhouse, on the Sizergh estate, Cumbria
This Grade II-listed farmhouse has lots of original features, and is a 15-minute walk to Sizergh's medieval castle. Tickets are now on sale for the estate's immersive light and sound trail, designed by local artists. Find out more on the Sizergh webpage. Sleeps eight.
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Cottages with grand dining rooms
Take your festive feast to the next level by sitting down to eat in one of these stately dining rooms.
Millbeck Towers, Cumbria
This 18th-century building began life as a carding mill, and is now a six-bedroom escape, perfect for family get-togethers. It has lots of original features and historic details such as copper work from the Keswick School of Industrial Arts, which you'll see on the fireplace in the dining room. Sleeps 12.
Bosveal, Cornwall
Bosveal occupies the central part of Bosloe House, an Arts and Crafts manor brimming with luxury décor and period features. Work up an appetite with a short stroll to the nearby beach before sitting down to a festive feast in the ornate dining room. Sleeps 10.
Horton Court, Gloucestershire
A Grade I listed manor house, Horton Court sits on the edge of the rolling Cotswold countryside and was used as a filming location for Poldark and Wolf Hall. Gather around the large table for a Christmas feast with all the trimmings. Sleeps 10.
Egryn, Gwynedd
Step back in time with a stay at Egryn. The house has been furnished in keeping with each period of its development with a replica Egryn dining table taking pride of place in the medieval dining hall. Sleeps 9.
Lytes Cary, Somerset
Make a special occasion of it in the west wing of Lytes Cary Manor. This extravagant holiday let has multiple sitting rooms and a formal dining room that will make you feel like you're feasting with medieval lords and ladies. Sleeps 14.
Cottages with games rooms
Get the New Year and Christmas parties started in these cottages with games rooms.
Holnicote Lower House, Somerset
Packed with original features, this five-bedroom cottage boasts a rear and front garden along with a private stream. Play table tennis in the games room, take a Boxing Day stroll along the nearby beach or settle in for a cosy evening by the log burning stove. Sleeps 10.
Wainman House, Cambridgeshire
Situated in the small market town of Wisbech, Wainman House is for those who love an adventure. Along with a games room, there's a boot room ready for muddy wellies and storage for bikes. You’ll have your own private terraced garden and access to the grounds of Peckover House too. Sleeps 12.
Ty Cipar, Gwynedd
Set within one of the best stargazing sites in Eryri (Snowdonia), Ty Cipar cottage offers plenty of opportunities to connect with nature. When you're back from exploring the windswept moorland, head to the games room in the adjoining converted barn to continue the fun. Sleeps 4.
Higher Brownstone Farm, Devon
For a group holiday, head to Higher Brownstone Farm with its six spacious bedrooms and large private garden. There's even a billiard room with a full-sized billiard table. Found at the end of a quiet lane, soak up countryside views all around. Sleeps 12.
Cottages for group getaways
Room for all the family and your friends too, these large cottages are spacious enough for everyone to come together.
Craflwyn Hall, Gwynedd
Complete with a library, bar and conservatory, Craflwyn Hall provides plenty of space for a group escape. Nestled in the heart of Eyri (Snowdonia), there's room for 16 guests but that's not all. Book any of the six smaller adjacent cottages in the former stable block and you can have up to 39 guests.
Village Farmhouse, Cheshire
Bask in light, airy interiors in the three-storied Village Farmhouse. Look out for the original wooden doors and floors, terracotta tiles, fireplaces and hidden paintings. There's space for everyone with a cosy snug and spacious sitting room. Sleeps 12.
Nanceglos House, Cornwall
A stone cottage tucked away in a wooded clearing, Nanceglos House can host up to nine guests. Explore the exotic shrubs of Trengwainton Garden, follow wooded paths to sea views or embrace the crisp air with a stroll through open meadows. Sleeps 9.
Pentire Head Farmhouse, Cornwall
This handsome Cornish farmhouse is perched on the Pentire headland, for beaches and walking trails. It's close to some of Cornwall.s best scenery and food havens. Sleeps eight. It can be booked together with neighbouring Pengirt (sleeps four).
Cosy cottages for two
Chocolate box cottages and secluded retreats for those romantic weekends away.
Dinefwr Deer Lodge, Carmarthenshire
For a holiday cottage full of character, Dinefwr Deer Lodge ticks all the boxes. The stone building is full of comfy touches – relax to the sound of water trickling down the stream in the garden and curl up by the log burning stove. Sleeps 2.
Hop Kiln Mews, Herefordshire
An 18th-century hop kiln comprises this homey apartment for two on the Brockhampton Estate. The shower looks up into the tall, conical roof of the kiln, while an internal window gives you a glimpse inside the historical building’s structure. Sleeps 2.
Downpatrick Gate Lodge, County Down
Beyond gothic, wrought-iron gates is the period cottage of Downpatrick Gate Lodge. As it's situated on the Castle Ward estate, you can explore the grounds once visitors have gone home for the day. Have a relaxing soak in the roll-top bath and take in the views of the rolling countryside around you. Sleeps 2.