Christmas and New Year at Cliff House Holiday Cottages

We have recently updated our Christmas and New Year page at Cliff House Holiday Cottages, so it felt like a good opportunity to explain what a winter stay here is actually like and who it tends to suit.

Cliff House Holiday Cottages sit just outside the village of Ebberston, well placed for both the coast and the countryside. Over Christmas and New Year the pace naturally slows. Days are shorter, plans are looser, and most guests arrive with the intention of spending time together rather than filling every hour.

What winter feels like here

A Christmas stay at Cliff House Holiday Cottages is usually shaped by routine rather than schedule. Late breakfasts, a walk before lunch, perhaps a swim in the indoor heated pool, then back to the cottage for the rest of the afternoon. Evenings tend to revolve around cooking, eating, and sitting around the fire.

The surrounding countryside plays a big part in this. Winter in the North York Moors National Park is quieter and more open. On clear nights the Dark Skies status makes a difference, with stars visible from the gardens once things settle down for the evening.

New Year has a similar feel. Many guests use it as a way to reset before January begins properly. Coastal walks, empty beaches, and time indoors when the weather turns are all part of the experience. The pool and games room often become part of a gentle daily rhythm rather than a one-off activity.

Who tends to enjoy a Christmas or New Year stay

A winter break at Cliff House Holiday Cottages works best for guests who like having space and flexibility.

Families
Families often appreciate the mix of indoor and outdoor space. There is room for children to play, places to walk straight from the door, and shared facilities that give the day some shape without planning every detail.

Friends sharing a cottage
Our larger cottages suit friends getting together over Christmas or New Year. There is enough space to spend time as a group, but also enough room to step away when needed. It works well for low-key gatherings rather than big celebrations.

Couples
For couples, winter stays tend to be about getting away from routine rather than packing things in. Walks, cooking, reading, and using the pool at quieter times of year are often what draws people here.

Dog owners
Winter is a good time for dog walking along the coast and in the countryside. Beaches are open, paths are quieter, and dogs are welcome at Cliff House Holiday Cottages and in the local village pub.

Planning your stay

If you are considering a Christmas or New Year break in North Yorkshire, our updated Christmas and New Year page sets out availability, facilities, and how a winter stay works at Cliff House Holiday Cottages.

For many guests, the appeal is straightforward. A comfortable place to stay, space to spend time together, and the freedom to let the days take their own course.