The Best Winter Breaks Not Far From Home
Find your perfect winter break just a stone's throw from home
For coastal cool…
Anchor Bay Holidays
From Starfish Shack to Badger’s Retreat, the charmingly named properties in Anchor Bay Holidays’s handpicked portfolio are dotted along the Yorkshire coast. Choose from panoramic beachfront apartments and beach houses or detached cottages with hot tubs and log burners, from Whitby to Bridlington, and make the most of the coast. We love the new pet-friendly Lake and Tide Lodge, with a lakeside-facing deck and easy access to the pool and beach, sleeping four guests in two ensuite bedrooms.
Yorkshirewide
anchorbayholidays.uk
For sea views…
Grand Hotel Tynemouth
Overlooking the award-winning Longsands beach, the Grand Hotel Tynemouth has been an iconic landmark on our coast since 1872 (it was converted to a hotel in 1877). Guests enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast in the Brasserie before heading out, and return to luxurious rooms with king-sized beds. Book a superior or deluxe room for unmatched sea views, and enjoy Victorian grandeur in the Drawing Room, or real ales in the popular Copperfields.
14 Grand Parade, Tynemouth NE30 4ER
grandhoteltynemouth.co.uk
For total relaxation…
Wrea Head Hall
This independently owned, adult-only country house hotel is the place for a luxury escape – think four-poster beds, roll-top baths, roaring fires and plenty of cosy corners to relax in, where no attention to detail is spared. If you’re seeking fine dining, the hotel’s renowned 1881 restaurant, in the original oak panelled dining room, is where the team of chefs deliver exception seasonal dishes all made from scratch. And whilst this is the perfect peaceful countryside retreat, you’re not far from the Yorkshire coast and a day out at Robin Hood’s Bay, Whitby or Scarborough.
Barmoor Lane, Scalby, Scarborough YO13 OPB
wreaheadhall.co.uk
For foodies…
L’Enclume
Simon Rogan’s renowned three Michelin-starred restaurant serves a tasting menu at both lunch and dinner where every dish begins life on the nearby farm. With a truly traceable dining experience reflecting his farm-to-table philosophy, this is a must-visit for all foodies who will want to experience the extraordinary creative talent on display here. L’Enclume’s suite and rooms are all dotted around the village, and each one is unique in character and design, and all stays include breakfast at the Michelin-starred neighbourhood restaurant Rogan & Co, and guarantee a table reservation at L’Enclume.
Cavendish Street, Cartmel LA11 6QA
lenclume.co.uk
For family fun…
Darwin Forest
With a selection of luxury, award-winning lodges nestled in a 47-acre woodland in Derbyshire, Darwin Forest has been welcoming guests for more than three decades. It’s the perfect base for a family breakaway (many of the lodges are pet friendly too). Book a spa lodge (we love Coppice) to unwind in your private hot tub on the veranda. Parents will love the on-site Evolution Health & Fitness with swimming pool, spa, gym and beauty rooms, whilst children can let off some steam in the indoor soft play centre or Activity Den. Darwin Forest is also the ideal base from which to explore the Peak District as endless walks and cycling trails await.
Darley Moor, Two Dales, Matlock DE4 5PL
darwinforest.co.uk
For countryside charm…
Hutton Wandesley Estate
Living North love this beautiful family-run estate situated in 3,000 acres of stunning countryside in the Vale of York. Marston Lodge Farm has three beautiful properties, all with private gardens and hot tubs, which can be taken individually or as one large group for up to 28 guests, and can all be either self or fully catered. Nestled in idyllic countryside just seven miles from York, this is the perfect base from which to explore this stunning part of Yorkshire. Hutton Wandesley Stables & Walled Garden offers 11 ensuite bedrooms in a beautiful converted Victorian stable block with large open-plan entertainment areas. A stunning private two and a half acre walled garden is also available exclusively to guests.
Healaugh Lane, Long Marston, York YO26 7NQ
huttonwandesleystables.co.uk
For water babies…
Another Place
On the shores of Ullswater, Another Place makes full use of its location with plenty of opportunities for lake swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking and even a new training pool where you can perfect your technique swimming against a flume under the watchful eye of expert coaches. Choose from rooms in the original Georgian House, the contemporary wing, or the six shepherd huts, a treehouse and family cottages in the grounds. There’s a choice of restaurants too, including The Glasshouse serving pizzas beside the lake.
Rampsbeck Grange, Watermillock CA11 0LP
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For a romantic retreat…
Kidlandlee
Kidlandlee’s holiday cottages allow guests to go off-grid without compromising on the luxury amenities that ensure a stress-free stay. Their new wooden-clad cottages have been built on the hill, with spectacular views of the Upper Coquet Valley, and some feature outdoor Shaanti bathing areas with roll-top baths. The Spa Cabin offers specialist treatments in partnership with Glo in a warm and cosy wooden treatment room. Book a couples package, a two-hour Rest and Unwind package, or their Platinum Treatment combining holistic relaxation techniques – ideal for guests wanting a more bespoke treatment. Kidlandlee sits in the heart of Northumberland’s National Park, so it’s also the perfect place for stargazing.
Kidlandlee, Harbottle NE65 7DA
kidlandlee.co.uk
For explorers…
Aysgarth Falls
Beside the iconic Aysgarth Falls, this charming Dales hotel combining historic charm with contemporary style has something for everyone, including four-legged guests (who receive welcome treats and water bowls). Choose to stay in the main house for quiet luxury or the self-contained apartment Church View if you prefer a self-catered stay – both offer great spaces to relax after a day of exploring the surrounding walking trails and dramatic landscape. Refuel in the hotel’s Palmers Restaurant, which serves some of the finest local produce, or head to the bar for the roaring fire, local ales and pub classics. Coming soon, the all-new Hyllside Suites will offer a new place to stay with uninterrupted views of the Dales.
Aysgarth, Leyburn DL8 3SR
aysgarthfallshotel.com
For city slickers…
Week2Week
Week2Week’s award-winning collection of hand-picked serviced apartments are scattered across North East, so you can make yourself at home as close as possible to the action with easy access to the city and the beach. A family-run business, you’ll find their apartments in and around Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland and South Shields and each property is fully furnished, with ensuite bathrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen and parking. We love the contemporary Friarsgate Apartments, in Newcastle’s vibrant China Town, perfect for couples with an open-plan living area, ensuite bedroom and private balcony.
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week2week.co.uk
For Scottish sophistication…
100 Princes Street
Set within the historic former Royal Overseas League headquarters, the elegant 100 Princes Street is at the cultural heart of Edinburgh with unrivalled (and uninterrupted) views of Edinburgh Castle. While this hotel promises an exclusive escape surrounded by curated art celebrating Scotland’s storied past, guests are also invited to indulge in rare Scottish whisky tastings or fishing on the River Tweed, and dine on seasonal Scottish dishes in The Wallace, the plush dining room, bar, library and tasting room.
100 Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 3AB
100princes-street.com
