The 29-year-old wants to "disappear from the limelight" for six months and won't be recording new material or rejoining 'The X Factor' in the UK or US, reported Digital Spy.
The news comes following the announcement that Girls Aloud are splitting up after releasing their Greatest Hits and completing the 'Ten: The Hits Tour'.
"Cheryl's a trouper when it comes to her work commitments and loves nothing more than making music and getting up on stage. But she feels now that she needs a break and an opportunity to recharge her batteries as she's barely had any time off.
Cole tweeted yesterday that she is "gonna take some time now to rest".