Everyone has a favourite festive film, whether it’s Kevin McCallister protecting his family home from burglars in Home Alone or the magical Polar Express train heading away to the North Pole.
Sykes Holiday Cottages has rounded up its best staycation spots inspired by some of the most beloved Christmas classics, so holidaymakers can live out their favourite movie this winter.
From an LA-style villa for fans of Cameron Diaz in The Holiday to a cottage in the South Downs, the setting of the iconic animated Snowman film.
Gleneagles – Sunningdale, Berkshire
Sleeps: 14
Price: Seven nights from £8,069
Gleneagles is a grand and spectacular mansion, lying in the Berkshire village of Sunningdale.
Perfect for those looking to live the LA life like Cameron Diaz’s character in The Holiday, the property has an outdoor heated swimming pool, pillared porch and enclosed garden. Inside, guests can relax on the lavish furnishings, super king-sized beds and walk in showers.
Thatched Cottage – Chipping Campden, the Cotswolds
Sleeps : Three
Price : Seven nights from £412
If a quaint English cottage is more your style, book a stay at Thatched Cottage in the village of Chipping Campden, within the Cotswolds.
Often mistaken for Kate Winslet’s cottage in The Holiday, this character property is an ideal base for a couples’ retreat or a small family getaway. Situated moments away from the centre of the village, holidaymakers can enjoy the market which appears on a regular basis offering baked goods and charming knick-knacks.
Moorlands – Foulridge, Lancashire
Sleeps : 27
Price : Seven nights from £5,319
Reminiscent of the McCallister family mansion in Home Alone, Moorlands sits within the rolling Lancashire countryside.
Gather the whole family together for an unforgettable winter getaway with acres of grounds for games, a woodburning stove and a grand piano for singing your favourite Christmas tunes. After enjoying a feast in the dining room, cosy up in the living room and watch Kevin evade burglars not once but twice in a Home Alone movie marathon.
Flying Scotsman @ Engine Shed – Whitby, Yorkshire
Sleeps : Five
Price : Seven nights from £634
All aboard… the Polar Express!
Flying Scotsman @ Engine Shed is a grade II listed converted heritage building, which offers railway themed accommodation for families looking to re-enact the magic of the Polar Express.
Make your little ones a hot chocolate after a day exploring the nearby shops, attractions and pubs, or relax on the leather sofas to take a trip to the North Pole by watching the movie.
Sleeps : Six
Price : Seven nights from £688
For fans of The Grinch, a trip to a quintessential village might be on their Christmas checklist.
Walden, a mid-terrace cottage, can be found in the historic village of Cartmel in Cumbria. With a host of traditional pubs and a village shop famous for its sticky toffee pudding, visitors won’t be disappointed.
After a day strolling around the 200-acre grounds of Holker Hall & Gardens located nearby, you can relax in front of the woodburning stove with a glass of wine to watch The Grinch steal Christmas.
Groomes Country House – Farnham, Surrey
Sleeps : 16
Price : Seven nights from £2,906
Originally built in the 1600s, Groomes Country House is a carbon neutral farmhouse set in 185 acres of rolling countryside on the edge of South Downs National Park.
It is a perfect base for those looking to explore the South Downs and recreate the flying scene from The Snowman. With board games, a games room and a baby grand piano, groups will have plenty to keep them busy alongside the stunning views of the garden.
The Fishing Lodge – Halling, Kent
Sleeps: Two
Price: Seven nights from £511
Couples looking for a quiet winter getaway like Colin Firth’s character in Love Actually can get cosy at The Fishing Lodge.
Located just an hour away from London, the lodge rests alongside St Andrew’s Lake with stunning views of the water, plush furnishings and a smart TV for turning on your favourite Christmas classic.
After a day of visiting the London sites, including ice skating at Somerset House and Notting Hill, both of which appear in the movie, couples can return to enjoy a home cooked meal at the dining table and watch the moonlight bouncing off the lake.
To book a break, visit www.sykescottages.co.uk
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