A selection box of cottages that are available for five night breaks over Christmas - rather than the usual full week's rental - is being highlighted by Coastal Cottages of Pembrokeshire.
Aimed at those who have to return to work between Christmas and New Year, the breaks can be taken any time between 21 and 29 December.
For example, Brynawelon is a restored, two bedroom farmhouse, sleepigng five, near Dinas Cross and with panoramic views of the coastline and Preseli Hills. Five nights over Christmas are £368.
Alternatively, Crofters Cottage in the award-winning Ivy Tower Holiday Village, sleeps six in three bedrooms and is within easy walking distance of Tenby south beach. Facilities in the village - which is set in 10 acres of private grounds - include indoor heated pool, sauna, solarium and gym so is ideal for working off any festive excess. A five-night stay is £508.