Holiday Cottages

Festive stays in history

Book your festive getaway in one of our holiday cottages this Christmas and New Year, and make your festive holiday truly unforgettable. Immerse yourself in the seasonal spirit and step into England’s rich history, while creating cherished memories of your own this festive season.

A decorative Christmas wreath hangs on an old wooden door.

Festive stays from 22 December 2025 and 2 January 2026

Make your Christmas and New Year extra special with our exclusive discounts

This festive season, escape the ordinary and indulge in a stay at one of our charming holiday cottages. Perfect for families, friends, or a romantic retreat, our cottages accommodate between two and eight guests, providing an ideal setting to gather and celebrate the holidays.

Get 20% off the cost of your stay with the code FESTIVE20

Whether you choose to stay within the walls of a great castle, overlooking the ruins of an abbey or the gardens of a Royal residence, our holiday cottages provide a unique escape over the Christmas and New Year period.

This Offer is valid for 4, 5, 6 and 7 night stays between 22 December 2025 and 2 January 2026 and applies to new bookings only.

Book your festive stay
Pool House, Witley Court and Gardens

Pool House, Witley Court and Gardens

Pool House, Witley Court and Gardens
Pool House, Witley Court and Gardens
Gardener's House, Wrest Park

Gardener's House, Wrest Park

Gardener's House, Wrest Park
Gardener's House, Wrest Park
South Lodge, 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield

South Lodge, 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield

South Lodge, 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield
South Lodge, 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield
Peacock Cottage, Kirby Hall

Peacock Cottage, Kirby Hall

Peacock Cottage, Kirby Hall
Peacock Cottage, Kirby Hall
Peverell's Tower, Dover Castle

Peverell's Tower, Dover Castle

Peverell's Tower, Dover Castle
Peverell's Tower, Dover Castle
Prior's Lodge, Mount Grace Priory

Prior's Lodge, Mount Grace Priory

Prior's Lodge, Mount Grace Priory
Prior's Lodge, Mount Grace Priory
Refectory Cottage, Rievaulx Abbey

Refectory Cottage, Rievaulx Abbey

Refectory Cottage, Rievaulx Abbey
Refectory Cottage, Rievaulx Abbey
The Garden Cottage, Walmer Castle

The Garden Cottage, Walmer Castle

The Garden Cottage, Walmer Castle
The Garden Cottage, Walmer Castle
The Greenhouse Apartment, Walmer Castle

The Greenhouse Apartment, Walmer Castle

The Greenhouse Apartment, Walmer Castle
The Greenhouse Apartment, Walmer Castle
The Head Gardeners House, Audley End

The Head Gardeners House, Audley End

The Head Gardeners House, Audley End
The Head Gardeners House, Audley End

The extra benefits of staying with us

  • A welcome hamper on arrival
  • Free entry to English Heritage sites
  • Free tickets for English Heritage events (excluding members, evening & limited capacity events)
  • 10% discount in our shops, cafes and tearooms
  • 10% discount on all English Heritage online gift shop orders for a month after your stay

By staying at one of our holiday cottages, you will also be playing your part in giving England's heritage a future. Discover your next holiday now.

Where will you stay?

Located at the heart of England's rich historical tapestry, we can provide you with the opportunity to spend the festive season in some truly special locations. Choose to stay in the shadows of a monastic ruin, the grounds of a stately home or the fortified walls of a castle. Discover great places to stay for your festive break - adventures and memory making fun awaits.

  • THE JOYS OF CHRISTMAS

    Celebrate the festive season with family and friends at our historic places and discover the history of Christmas through time.

  • GIFT OF MEMBERSHIP

    Give the gift of English Heritage membership this Christmas so they can enjoy unlimited access to over 400 historic places all year round.

  • SHOP CHRISTMAS COLLECTION

    Find unique gifts this Christmas for all the family from our carefully chosen range that offers unusual alternatives to the high street.