Christmas in the Pines follows the story of Ariel and Mark, two ambitious professionals with different backgrounds and goals in life. Ariel is a young and talented magazine writer who dreams of making it big in the industry. On the other hand, Mark is a successful architect with a busy life and a high-paying job.
When Ariel and Mark are unexpectedly thrown together to co-write an article on a picturesque Christmas cottage located in the heart of a forest, they initially clash. Both are convinced that they are the perfect candidate to take over ownership of the cottage, a charming and cozy retreat that seems like the perfect place for a holiday getaway.
As they begin to spend more time in the cottage, however, they start to appreciate each other's unique qualities. Ariel begins to realize that there is more to life than just career success, and that the idyllic Christmas cottage could be the perfect place for her to find true love. Mark, on the other hand, starts to understand that his driven lifestyle has come at a cost, and that love and happiness are the true riches of life.
As the two battle over ownership of the Christmas cottage, they soon discover that their cozy holiday getaway may not be the only thing they love. A heartwarming holiday romance ensues, as Ariel and Mark learn to set aside their differences and open their hearts to each other, and to the true meaning of Christmas.