1. Cornwall

The Custodian's House is perched on the ramparts of Pendennis Castle, with sweeping views over Falmouth Bay, great for walking off the hangover.
· Sleeps two. Three-night break over New Year £315, seven nights £765. english-heritage.org.uk/holidaycottages, 0870 3331187.

2. Cumbria

Lazy Fish is a new barn conversion close to Keswick and Cockermouth. Luxuries include an outdoor spa pool and flat-screen TVs in the bedrooms.
· Sleeps four. £1,275 for a week from Dec 29. thelazyfish.co.uk, 017687 76179.

3. Wales

Cocoon yourself in a Romany caravan near Abergavenny in the Black Mountains. Comes with a pot-bellied stove - and a cabin complete with cooker and shower.
· Sleeps two. Two nights over New Year £180, romanycaravan.com.

4. Cheshire

A Grade II-listed water tower with ultra modern circular extension.
· Sleeps 10. £5,000 per week; victorianwatertower.uniquehomestays.com.

5. Scotland

No one does Hogmanay better than the Scots. The Logs, 3km outside Fort William, is so cosy and in such a stunning setting, that you won't be surprised to learn it's already booked for this New Year. Beat the crowds for 2007 and get your booking in now.
· Sleeps 10. £1,250 for a week. scotland-info.co.uk/TheLogs/, 01397 702532.