Large holiday cottages and group getaways

Looking for group accommodation for your next large family holiday or a celebration cottage for your friends? From historic manor houses to rustic farmhouses, we have over 40 big cottages across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We also have groups of smaller cottages next door or nearby, offering close proximity to your group but with some added privacy.

2 Heathland Cottages, Dorset

This quirky holiday cottage was once an isolation hospital and has views over the Purbeck Hills. Dog friendly. Sleeps eight.

The dining room at Millbeck Towers, with original fireplace with copper work from the Keswick School of Industrial Arts, Cumbria

Millbeck Towers, Cumbria

This impressive 18th-century carding mill is a Lake District escape for friends and family get-togethers, with views of Skiddaw and the fells towards Derwentwater. Dog friendly. Sleeps 12.

Norbury Manor, Derbyshire

This Grade I-listed house sits in a medieval knot garden with views over the Peak District. Dog friendly. Sleeps 10.

The kitchen at High Peak, Ravenscar, Yorkshire

High Peak, North Yorkshire

With panoramic views over Robin Hood’s Bay, this cottage offers coast and countryside on the doorstep. Dog friendly. Sleeps eight.

Every year we restore and refurbish holiday cottages across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Here are our newest large holiday cottages and group stays.

The Weir Garden Cottage, Herefordshire

This friendly-looking building brings together a cottage and former dairy, and will soon be a comfortable, modern holiday cottage with accessible rooms on the ground floor. It will be ready for first guests in January and is taking bookings now. As well as all-hours access to the Weir Garden, you'll have your own private garden created by the head gardener. Sleeps ten.

Village Farmhouse, Cheshire

Village Farmhouse is a handsome, three-storey home from the 1700s, in the heart of a lovely village. It's full of light and historic details, and has a cosy snug, grand dining room and sitting room with a woodburner. Sleeps 12.

Craflywn Hall, Gwynedd

A rural gathering house in the heart of Eyri (Snowdonia), Craflwyn Hall sleeps 16 and has a bar, second sitting room and library, large drying room, and extensive lawns and outside space. With six more cottages behind, the Craflwyn cottages can sleep up to 39 people.

Gather friends and family for a holiday in cottages right next to each other.

The exterior of Pentire Head Farmhouse and Pengirt, Cornwall

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The Pentires, Cornwall

Pentire Head Farmhouse and Pengirt have an optional interconnecting door, and together sleep twelve people. This handsome building is part of an ancient farmstead on the Pentire headline in North Cornwall. There are miles of coastal paths, with the chance to spot grey seals, skylarks and peregrine falcons. A 15-minute walk takes you to the local sandy beach at Pentireglaze Haven, which at low tide links to Polzeath beach.

Hop Kiln Mews and the neighbouring cottages, Hop Kiln Cart Barn, Hop Kiln Farmhouse and Kiln Barn, Herefordshire

The Hop Kilns, Herefordshire

Next door to Hop Kiln Farmhouse, you'll find Kiln Barn, Hop Kiln Cart Barn and Hop Kiln Mews. Together, they sleep 18 people and have shared gardens. These cottages are on the Brockhampton estate, with its miles of walking trails and moated medieval manor house.

The sitting room at 1 Bagden Farm Cottage, Surrey

1 and 2 Bagden Farm Cottages, Surrey

Surrounded by lovely countryside, 1 Bagden Farm Cottage and 2 Bagden Farm Cottage can be booked for up to 12 guests. They have some shared outside space as well as their own private courtyards, perfect for friends and family holidaying together.

The exterior of Wilson Farmhouse, Millstone Barn and Gorsey Bank Barn, Derbyshire

Greenwood Farm, Derbyshire

With view of Eyam Moor and fields, woodland and heather moorland all around, you'll find Wilson Farmhouse, Millstone Barn and Gorsey Bank Barn. Together they sleep 16 people. Trails lead to the Longshaw estate, less than a mile away, for expansive views and and spotting red deer. The Gritstone Edges are nearby.

Lake District cottages

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Cornwall

Gather the group for a memorable stay in Cornwall. From a 17th century manor house to cosy estate cottages, Cornwall has much to offer.

The exterior of Hen Dy, Gwynedd, Gwynedd

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Wales

Bring your group for kayaking adventures on the gentle south coast at Stackpole or surf the choppy seas in the north on the Llyn Peninsula.

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Yorkshire

On your next group holiday to Yorkshire, stay at one of our holiday cottages near the Fountains Abbey estate or on the edge of the North York Moors.

The exterior of Millbeck Towers holiday cottage

Lake District

Looking for a spellbinding spot to hike, climb or simply gaze upon the landscape? We have a range of large cottages in the Lake District, including an 18th century, fairy-tale tower.

Derbyshire cottages

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Dorset

Find unique holiday cottages in Dorset, including a glitzy Art-Deco villa on the coast and a rustic farmhouse close to Corfe Castle.

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Devon

With two national parks, renowned surfing beaches and subtropical coastal gardens, Devon appeals no matter your group's interest.

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Norfolk

From unspoilt beaches to heathlands full of wildlife, explore Norfolk and East Anglian coastline during your next group holiday.

The exterior of Norbury Manor, Derbyshire

Peak District and Derbyshire

These large cottages are perfectly situated for groups looking to explore our special places in Derbyshire such as Calke Abbey, Hardwick Hall and the Peak District.

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Suffolk

Surrounded by colourful landscapes and fascinating histories, our large holiday cottages in Suffolk and along the Suffolk coast offer the perfect place for a group getaway.

The exterior of Horton Court, Gloucestershire

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Cotswold and Gloustershire

This beautiful slice of inland England offers a glimpse of traditional English life with its rolling countryside and honey-coloured villages, perfect for a group holiday.

The exterior of Aspen Cottage, County Fermanagh

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Northern Ireland

We have a row of converted farm buildings nestling by the Lough Erne on the Crom estate which can accommodate groups of up to 14 guests.

Surrey

Escape the city with a holiday to this Grade II listed farmhouse in the Surrey Hills. Situated in perfect walking country, this cottage is ideal for an outdoor group holiday.

Herefordshire cottages

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Isle of Wight

Discover surfing beaches, towering chalk cliffs and the iconic Needles Headland with your next group holiday on the Isle of Wight.

Herefordshire

Deep within the countryside, our large cottages in Herefordshire are perfect for exploring the Malvern Hills or Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons). Image: Hop Kiln Farmhouse, Herefordshire

An aerial view of Watkin Bunkhouse, with mountains in the background, Gwynedd

NEW Watkin Bunkhouse

This spacious bunkhouse is right on the Watkin Path, which leads to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). It has everything you need for a walking weekend or holiday exploring Eryri (Snowdonia). Dog friendly. Sleeps 22.