Stylish stays by the sea

Twenty great cottages to suit every group holiday

From dazzling light displays and lively artisan markets to sumptuous seasonal stays and friendly reindeer, read on to discover some of our favourite festive coastal breaks this year

THIS MONTH, WE ASK: WHERE DO THE TASTEMAKERS GO ON STAYCATION? DISCOVER THEIR FAVOURITE BOLTHOLES, FROM A WELSH COTTAGE TO A MANOR IN THE PEAKS. PLUS, WE GO ACROSS THE GLOBE IN SEARCH OF THE FILTHIEST VERMOUTH-SOAKED MARTINI. HERE’S TO YOU – AND A VERY MERRY END TO 2025

Discover foodie stays in County Antrim, East Sussex, North Yorkshire and Devon, as well as festive homegrown treats to gift

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From a bungalow in iconic Dungeness to a Grade II-listed home with a rooftop lookout, Amy McPherson compiles some of the best coastal properties currently for sale