Christmas can be a stressful time of year; presents to buy, cards to write, family to visit, presents to wrap, school plays to attend and food to buy! And that's all in the lead up to the big day!

Why not take away some of the stress and book a holiday cottage in Cornwall for Christmas? You won't have to worry about cleaning the house or even putting up the decorations as that will all be done for you! To make the day even easier, you can order in a Christmas dinner box from the Cornish Food Co so that you have all you need to cook your Christmas dinner!

We've put together a list of 10 properties we still have available for a Christmas break this year…

     1. The Lugger - Burrow Road, St Ives

Nestled in the centre of St Ives, The Lugger is a charmingly romantic bolthole for two. Modern yet cosy, this first floor apartment has all you need for a Christmas holiday and welcomes pets. With plenty of kitchen space, there's room to cook up a feast on Christmas day if you fancy it. Spend your days relaxing in The Lugger, enjoying strolls along the beach and stopping for a drink or two in the local pubs. This property also has the benefit of parking for one car, just a few metres down the road.

Friday 20th – Friday 27th December: £550, booking fee included (additional £25 required per pet).

2. Bakehouse Cottage - St Ives

Bakehouse Cottage is the perfect holiday cottage for a family of four in St Ives. Enjoy Christmas in the heart of this popular seaside town, located close to the nearby beaches Porthmeor, Porthgwidden and the Harbour beach. Enjoy Christmas morning together in the stylish lounge, before heading into the kitchen/diner to enjoy a Christmas meal. Bakehouse Cottage is pet-friendly too so your pooch can join in with all the festive fun.

Saturday 21st – Saturday 28th December: £712, booking fee included (additional £25 required per pet).

3. 22 Horizons - Newquay

22 Horizons is a modern and stylish third floor apartment with views stretching far across Newquay. Sleeping four with two bathrooms, this property would suit two couples looking to celebrate Christmas together. With floor to ceiling windows spanning the living area, this property is all about those incredible views! Spend Christmas morning in the lounge, relaxing with a glass of bubbles while enjoying the views. The large open-plan kitchen area means cooking on Christmas day can be a social affair. At the end of the day you could even take a dip in the communal pool!

Saturday 21st – Friday 27th December: £693.30, booking fee included.

4. Logan's Reach - Porthcurno

Perched overlooking Porthcurno, waking up at Logan's Reach on Christmas day would be truly magical for a family of four. With pets welcome, the whole family can enjoy a festive break here. Spend Christmas Day enjoying the breath-taking views before exploring the rugged coastline. With parking provided, you'll be able to explore all that the local area has to offer.

Saturday 21st – Saturday 28th December: £810.10, booking fee included (additional £25 required per pet).

5. Portside - Carbis Bay

Portside is a contemporary and beautifully designed apartment situated in Carbis Bay. With two bedrooms and two bathrooms, this apartment is ideally suited to two couples looking to celebrate Christmas together. With balconies off both bedrooms, wake up on Christmas morning to the sound of the sea from your private balcony. Enjoy a Boxing Day walk along the beautiful coastal path into St Ives.

Friday 20th – Friday 27th December: £820, booking fee included (£200 saving!).

6. Harbour Rest - Mevagissey

With views overlooking the harbour, Harbour Rest is located in a fantastic location in Mevagissey, with direct access into the village. Beautifully designed with a homely yet luxurious feel, a family of four, or two couples can enjoy a home away from home for Christmas. After a morning of opening presents and enjoying copious amounts of food, take a wander through the quaint village, enjoying the fresh sea air.

Saturday 21st – Saturday 28th December: £920, booking fee included.

7. Seacrest - Marazion

Modern and contemporary, this recently refurbished three storey house offers the perfect retreat for a family of four. With a large open-plan kitchen, you'll be able to cook up a feast on Christmas day while the kids play with their new toys in the upstairs snug area. If the weather is kind enough, enjoy a glass of bubbles in the winter sun on the private terrace, before strolling down to the beach.

Friday 20th – Friday 27th December: £1091, booking fee included.

8. Mea Cottage - St Ives

This beautifully renovated fisherman's cottage is a real home from home. Mea Cottage is charming, full of character and ideally located in the heart of St Ives, just moments from the town and beaches. Enjoy quality family time in luxury this Christmas at Mea Cottage, and spend your days exploring all that the town has to offer.

Friday 20th – Friday 27th December: £741 (£400 saving!).

9. Seacot - Perranuthnoe

Perched overlooking Perranuthnoe beach, Seacot is a modern, light and spacious property, perfect to celebrate a family Christmas. Enjoy Christmas morning in the large lounge area, with A-framed windows offering views of the garden and the sea beyond. With a large kitchen/diner, there's plenty of space for the whole family when it comes to Christmas dinner at Seacot. Located just minutes from the beautiful sandy beach, what could be better than an afternoon walk after an enjoyable feast together?

Saturday 21st – Saturday 28th December: £920, booking fee included.

10. Maggie's Barn - Mid Cornwall

This absolutely stunning property would make for a dream holiday home this Christmas! Large, spacious and beautifully designed, Maggie's Barn offers plenty of space for up to eight guests. Light the woodburner and enjoy Christmas morning in the beautiful lounge, before feasting on Christmas dinner in the vast kitchen/diner, with vaulted ceiling. The garden provides plenty of space for the kids to let off some steam while the adults enjoy a glass of mulled wine inside.

Saturday 21st – Saturday 28th December: £1141, booking fee included.

Take a look at all of our cottages that are still available this Christmas >