Enjoy a British retreat this Christmas

Tuesday, 30 November 2010 6:41 PM

A privately owned holiday accommodation specialist is going British these holidays, with a range of offers on retreats throughout the UK.

Owners Direct is celebrating the best of British with festive shopping breaks, New Year getaways, romantic breaks and family holiday fun in England, Wales and Scotland.

From luxury urban properties to remote cottages, there is something for everyone – even a houseboat. With 72 per cent of Brits saying that family time is the thing they most value about Christmas, according to a recent Owners Direct poll, enjoying a winter holiday close to home is becoming more popular.

For the ultimate Christmas shopping trip, Owners Direct is offering a great central London escape, where you will have shops and luxury boutiques on the doorstep.

For a more laid-back Christmas break, a cottage in Chipping Norton offers tranquility and beautiful surroundings. But if you are after a New Year party, Owners Direct suggests escaping to Snowdonia National Park in Wales, or, for faster-paced celebrations, Manchester offers some great party possibilities, according to the accommodation specialist.

Staying close to home at Christmas is popular with many Brits.
 

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