January Cottages to beat the Winter Blues

If you are looking for a peaceful and relaxing break after all the Christmas and New Year festivities, then a country cottage or a coastal self catering break could be just the thing this January.
Don't let the post Christmas blues take a hold this year, give yourself something to look forward to with a January New Year cottage break. Although the winter weather can be chilly, what you are assured of is pretty winter country landscape, plenty of fresh air and a warm welcome in cafes and pubs across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.
We have lots of cosy cottages for you to choose from, whether you want to snuggle up in front of a log fire or chill-out in your own relaxing hot tub! Or for top of the line luxury, check out our selection of 5 Star cottages and apartments!
New Year January Self Catering Cottage Breaks
1 bedroom cottage, Westward Ho
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
1 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to . This cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. 1 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. Prices at 1 bedroom cottage start from £280 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about 1 bedroom cottage
Cider Cottage, Holsworthy
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
Cider Cottage in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Activities close by include golf fishing . Cider Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Cider Cottage start from £252 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Cider Cottage
Crooked Cottage, Kirkbymoorside
Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England
Crooked Cottage self catering accommodation in Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . Crooked Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Crooked Cottage start from £251 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Crooked Cottage
The Old Blacksmiths Workshop, Whitby
Breaks in North YorkshireNorth East England
The Old Blacksmiths Workshop self catering accommodation in Whitby, North Yorkshire sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at The Old Blacksmiths Workshop start from £299 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about The Old Blacksmiths Workshop
Llys-y-Gân, Fishguard
Breaks in PembrokeshireSouth Wales
Llys-y-Gân in South Wales has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden . It also has Internet access. Prices at Llys-y-Gân start from £307 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Llys-y-Gân
Ty Hir, Mold
Breaks in ClwydNorth Wales
Ty Hir self catering accommodation in Mold, Clwyd sleeps 2. This 1 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Prices at Ty Hir start from £249 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Ty Hir
Berian Cross, Brynberian
Breaks in PembrokeshireSouth Wales
Berian Cross self catering accommodation in Brynberian, Pembrokeshire sleeps 7. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Berian Cross does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Berian Cross start from £319 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Berian Cross
Meathop Hall, Meathop
Breaks in CumbriaNorth West England
Meathop Hall self catering accommodation in Meathop, Cumbria sleeps 13. This 6 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Meathop Hall does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Meathop Hall start from £855 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Meathop Hall
Emilys Cottage, Bideford
Breaks in DevonSouth West England
Emilys Cottage in South West England has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . Emilys Cottage is close to the beach. Prices at Emilys Cottage start from £344 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Emilys Cottage
Crookhaven, Skibbereen
Breaks in County CorkIreland-South
Crookhaven self catering accommodation in Skibbereen, County Cork sleeps 5. This 2 bedroom Cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break . Crookhaven is close to the beach. Activities close by include fishing . Prices at Crookhaven start from £275 for a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ... more about Crookhaven
Please note that the cottages selected above are cottages available during January but may now be available as this page is not linked to live booking. Click on the links and booking buttons to find live availability.
January Cottage Availability
Availability of cottages over the New Year is limited and sells out quite quickly. Therefore as well as checking online we would also recommend calling 0844 847 1143 to find out the latest availability for cottages, apartments or lodges.
What is there to do on a January Break
Although for many a New Year and January cottage break is all about enjoying a peaceful and relaxing break in luxury after the hectic holidays, there are still lots of things to do and see in the UK in January.
The countryside and coast will provide wonderful walks through beautiful scenery during January, just make sure you wrap up warm. It's also a great time to explore the pretty British and Irish towns and villages - when they are not overrun with tourists - and there is nothing better than calling in at the local pubs, restaurants and cafes to warm up!
Although there are less attractions and events on during January there is still plenty to choose from, so check out our Guides:
- British and Irish Gardens
- County Shows and Fairs
- Festivals and Events
- UK Sporting and Social Events
- English Holiday Attractions
- Scottish Holiday Attractions
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