Rent a country estate for business or pleasure. A large house within its own extensive grounds affords the privacy and space required for a variety of events. Click on the photograph to read the description of each of these country estates, Contact the owners or managers for further information and a quote.
Accommodation in England
Derbyshire
The Alders
A 5 star, large 6 bed roomed (sleeps 12 + cot) cottage, safe for dogs - up to 5 dogs allowed, with paddocks and stables (so bring your horses) with fishing rights, close to Alton Towers, on the Derbyshire/Staffordshire Border. Hen parties welcome.
Thousand Acres is a period, detached Cotswold stone house situated in 9 acres with far reaching views, indoor swimming pool for exclusive use of guests, sauna, indoor hot tub and tennis court. The property has been lovingly refurbished, with six bedrooms, two of which have four posters. The house can sleep up to 14 people. Outside there is a croquet lawn and formal walled garden as well as a secluded well furnished patio with large gas barbecue and patio heaters. Inside there is a kitchen extensively equipped for the serious cook, a games room with pool table, formal drawing and dining rooms – the latter with a grand piano Little extras are the Bose sound system throughout the ground floor, fluffy towels and bathrobes and Cotswold Lavender toiletries. Welcome hamper and wine greet you on arrival. New to the market. Availability for Cheltenham Gold Cup week 2009. Hen parties welcome.
A Grade II listed detached stone barn near Newnham-on-Severn is a superb August 2008 conversion. Approached by a country lane and standing on the edge of its own 6 acre meadow (leading to ancient woodland) it is ideal for walking, bird watching, spotting deer or simply relaxing. Orchard Barn provides spacious luxury accommodation for six/seven people and is equipped to 5* standard. Availability for Christmas, half-term and Easter 2009. Book ahead for these popular times.
An exemplary spacious Victorian mansion set in 10 acres of its own grounds with beautiful views across a wide green valley – just stunning at sunset. This lovely house really does have everything - a heated outdoor pool, tennis court, croquet lawn, fabulous gardens and a wonderful mixture of fascinating Victorian architectural details and modern luxury. The house sleeps 12 and is just perfect for family celebrations or corporate hospitality. We have availability for Christmas week at £10,000 for the week.
Stunning Georgian House in Ropley near Winchester. Spacious and comfortable. 5 double bedrooms to sleep 10. Open fire in the sitting room.
4 acre grounds. BBQ. Space for a marquee or tents for wedding receptions. Hen and Stag parties by arrangement. Only 1 hour from London. Availability for half-term and New Year.
A small country estate comprising of a large Gothic style country house (4,000 sq feet) with a commanding hill top setting (views 360 degrees) set in 5 acres of park like grounds and a further 15 acres of paddocks one hour from London. 8 bedrooms (two en-suite), 4 bathrooms. 800 sq ft dance studio with wood panelling, mirrors, laser and disco lights, cinema and sound system in the basement. Hot tub and own private swimming pool for exclusive use in the grounds makes Trout Grange a wonderful place for romantic couples. Tennis court, BBQ. Trout Grange currently has availability for Christmas 2008
Holme Street House is a picturesque Grade 2 listed 18th Century Georgian farmhouse set in a secluded location in 10 acres of grounds. It has 4 bedrooms, and ample space downstairs including a family room with double sofa bed, so would suit 2 families holidaying together. Baby grand piano in sitting room. There is an outdoor heated swimming pool (May - Sept) for exclusive use of occupants, and 2 acres of beautiful tended gardens. It is just a short drive from the South Downs and the south coast, with all its varied attractions.
The Farmhouse is a recently renovated traditional 5 bedroom 4 bathroom timber framed country residence which offers plenty of room for large families and groups set in a the heart of rural Worcestershire. It can sleep up to 13 people. It has eco-friendly solar panels.
Paradise for walking, wildlife watching, fishing and deer stalking or just exploring the Scottish Highlands and their people. There are two houses: Glencarron Lodge, a Victorian shooting lodge sleeping 18+ and East Cottage, a stone cottage for 5/6 people. The 11,500 acres Estate is ideal for Munro baggers, with 4 Munros (mountains or hills over 3,000 ft.) on the estate and 8 others within 10 miles. There are salmon, sea trout and brown trout on 3km of the River Carron and also trout in two lochs on the Estate. A boat is available by arrangement with the stalker. Plentiful stag and hind stalking with the Estate stalker is available in season. One hour's drive from Inverness; local shops are in the village some miles away. Beaches and the West Coast of Scotland to explore are forty minutes away. And the Highlands are all around. Both properties are accessible all winter. Availability for Easter and half-term. East Cottage has Availability for Christmas New Year
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