Rent a large mansion on a self-catering basis for any group event such as a special celebration, a wedding reception, training, team building or similar corporate or social event.
Accommodation in England
Cumbria
Eskmeals House
Eskmeals House, a charming period gentleman`s residence, situated on the western side of the Lake District. Sleeping up to 21 people with 9 bedrooms and situated within 10 acres of it's own private grounds, there is surely nowhere better suited for large family gatherings, reunions & celebrations or just complete seclusion from the rigours of modern life.
Granary Court, spacious cottage-style apartments with flexible accommodation for 1-26 people. 4 star VisitBritain . Garden Room to seat 45. BBQ. Games room. Alton Towers, Drayton Manor Park, Tamworth Snowdrome, and Waterworld, all within easy reach. Large groups very welcome for celebrations, reunions, Stag and Hen Parties.
Courtyard Barn is a spacious 8 bedroom, 4 bathroom luxury holiday property on the outskirts of Tideswell village in the Peak District. It is set back from the road adjacent to the original farmhouse and pretty terrace of miners' cottages. The main feature inside is the impressive oak-beamed 'cathedral-ceiling' living room, complete with 400 year old fireplace, rescued from an old monastery. Outside, there are 2 patios, a barbeque area, gardens, 1 acre of paddock plus an outdoor 6-seater hot-tub whirlpool spa. Perfect house for hen parties, stag parties and group events. Click on photo for more information.
Lynhurst is an elegant secluded late Victorian country house with great character arranged on four floors that can accommodate up to 23 people. 8 bathrooms. Many pubs, restaurants and shops a few minutes walk away and a secluded sandy beach in Lynmouth. Great for party weekends, Hen parties, Stag parties, birthday celebrations, corporate groups, reunions. Wireless broadband available. Up to 5 dogs by arrangement.
Spectacular Georgian Rectory, sleeps 25. It comprises a tiny Georgian kitchen overlooking a beautifully crumbling courtyard, a billiard room-cum-library, dining room, drawing room with open marble fireplace. The furnishings are eclectic and occasionally eccentric (stuffed birds, grand piano, French boat beds)and the decor is relaxed and understated, verging on shabby-chic with an authentic time-warped atmosphere.
Chaffeymoor Grange is a beautiful stone manor house set in five acres of glorious Dorset countryside with stunning views over the Blackmoor Vale. Situated on the Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire borders and within easy reach of the A303, Chaffeymoor Grange offers a superb and unforgettable venue for the traditional house party weekend. Completely refurbished in 2006, the Grange boasts 10 luxurious bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, a huge oak panelled drawing room, impressive dining room seating 20, large kitchen with adjacent breakfast room and games room with pool table. Ideal for large family gatherings, birthday celebrations, anniversaries and reunion weekends. A marquee on the lawn can hold up to 120 guests making it perfect for weddings. Internet access available. Up to 2 dogs welcome by arrangement.
Large 16th century Manor House, Stonebarrow Manor is perfect for Family gatherings & Large Group holidays of up to 37 people, Special Birthdays or Anniversaries, Reunions, and Corporate Training and Team Building Events. There are 18 bedrooms, 13 of which are en-suite plus two privatebathrooms and one House bathroom. The House in 2 acres is just 5 minutes walk from Charmouths famous fossil beach in Dorset and two miles from Lyme Regis, Dorset.
Built in 1858 as a country residence for the Bridge family, Lorton House sits in 22 acres near Weymouth in Dorset. It has a panoramic view over nature reserves to the sea, and the isle of Portland beyond, and offers an ‘away from it all’ setting for family reunions, groups of friends, or corporate meetings. Dining room with table for up to 18. Piano. Games room. Barbecue area. Additional coach house to accommodate 8 also available.
Symondsbury Manor is a lovely Tudor Manor House, quietly situated behind the local parish church in the pretty thatched village of Symondsbury. The entire area is designated as being of outstanding natural beauty and is ideal for long walks or a relaxed seaside holiday. There is space in the gardens to erect marquees for weddings and various events. Excellent group accommodation.
The Lodge is a spacious and elegant Edwardian Lodge set in 8 acres, with a swimming pool and a tennis court. Recently refurbished it now offers 12 en-suite bedrooms, 3 spacious receptions, a dining room with custom-built table to seat 24 plus a luxury kitchen with Aga and granite worktops. On-site activities include a gym, sauna and games barn. There are 3 flat-screen TVs, wi-fi internet acces and a PS3 console.
An historic 11 bedroom house with stunning grounds of 1 acre, three living rooms, spectacular kitchen, dining room to seat 20, seven shower/bath rooms (4 en-suite), hot tub and games barn. Ideally located in the Heart of England, the Manor House is in the centre of a lovely, peaceful village. Child-friendly and perfect for reunions and corporate exercises. The Manor House can accommodate a maximum of 22 adults in 11 double bedrooms, plus up to 6 children on rollaway beds in parents' rooms. Weekend breaks from £2,000 to £3,000.
Large country house sleeping 30 people, ideal venue for corporate/business breaks, celebrations, weddings, film shoots and holidays. This grand manor is easily accessible from London, with lots of outdoor pursuits and full concierge service available, from catering, entertainment, visiting therapists, team events and hen parties.
In addition, there is a seperate coach house offering accommodation for 6-8 people if required.
Skendleby Hall is a magnificent Grade II listed residence originally dating back to the mid 1700s with a later Victorian wing and clock tower. In brief, the substantial accommodation includes a stunning drawing room with original features, a music room with a grand paino, 2 more reception rooms, 2 kitchens, billiards room with full size professional snooker table, 14 bedrooms and 11 bathrooms/shower rooms. It can accomodate 24 people very comfortably. There is a sauna and steam shower. The dining room seats 24 very comfortably. www.skendlebyhall.co.uk for photo gallery and more information.
Pine Lodge is an extensive self-catering property on the edge of the village of Tetford in the Lincolnshire Wolds. It has 11 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3 shower rooms, + 1 in the pool area, and can sleep 20 very comfortably. The house boasts an impressive heated indoor pool and sauna for your exclusive use. There is a full-size pool table in the conservatory. The large secluded gardens have a patio, barbecue, five-a-side football goals, badminton and boules. The house is ideal for party weekends, family celebrations and reunions. Catering can be provided. www.pinelodge-tetford.com for photo gallery and more information
Newly available for New Year due to a cancellation. Atlanta is an excellent rural holiday home near the seaside with all the luxuries you could wish for including a heated indoor swimming pool for exclusive use, Jacuzzi and games room, with beautiful sandy beach close by. A large conservatory overlooks the garden and swimming pool enclosure with French doors leading to the garden with barbecue, outdoor seating areas overlooking farmland. Volley ball and badminton can be played in the gardens. Click on photograph to find out more.
A charming, luxurious and spacious 11 bedroom home set in the beautiful countryside on the borders of Rutland. Home cinema, indoor swimming pool for exclusive use, sauna, snooker room, wireless Broadband Internet and more. Click on the photograph to view this luxurious residence.
Gerbestone Manor is a 13th Century Manor house with extensive grounds, set in the lush rolling countryside of rural Somerset. The house combines original character with modern convenience. There are 12 beautifully appointed bedrooms including some with four poster beds, 2 lounges, a sauna, games room, 9 bath/shower rooms, an exquisite ancient oak-panelled dining hall for atmospheric meals, a well-equipped kitchen and enough space for 24 guests to lose themselves. The gardens surrounding the house offer a tennis court, a koi pond, herb garden, walled garden, rose-filled courtyards. Private swimming pool - heated outdoor pool (May-September),and endless walks and lawns. Book ahead for next year and treat yourselves to something special.
Spacious luxury accomodation for 2 to 20 people, set in quarter of an acre the large garden areas include; main lawned garden, secluded walled garden and a secure courtyard with BBQ area.
10 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 kitchens, drawing, dining, living, games and sun rooms. Piano.
Beamed ceilings, oak panelled walls and open fires, Ashford also provides a romantic relaxing setting for quite nights in.
Rural setting with open farmland and river allows for interesting walks, but close by there is riding, fishing and golf. With local excellent beers and boasting the gastro pub of the year nearby means some great nights out.
Children, Pets and smokers allowed. Internet Broadband. Availability for August Bank holiday due to a cancellation.
This is THE House for your own individual Country House Party.
The Great House itself is large, comfortable, cheerful and atmospheric with loads of character in a wonderful location on the edge of the village and is the perfect place to party with friends and family. The Great House is only 150 yards from the village centre with its church ,shop, post office and pub!
There are ten bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, two lounges, a large dining room, pool room, bar (sorry not stocked), games room with mezzanine, a large farmhouse kitchen, an additional small kitchen, all bundled with atmospheric panelling, beams and cosy inglenooks with woodburners. It is possible to accommodate up to 22 in all for a weekend party with family and friends.
The Great House is situated inside the Exmoor National Park and in the beautiful Avill valley, two miles from the heritage village of Dunster and 3 miles from the coast and four miles from Minehead - Somerset’s major holiday resort.
Chelwood House is a listed charming house near Bath, specialising in large group short breaks. Groups of 15-22 (max 27) can sleep comfortably in the 9 luxurious bedrooms, with possible use of adjacent cottage for even larger numbers. We take family gatherings, special birthday celebrations, reunions, hen weekends and stag weekends. You can book anything from 2 to 7 nights. Function room and games room.
2 luxury 5 star spacious cottages, each sleeping upto 12 people, set in their own 35 acres of woodland. Booked together, they can accommodate up to 24 people. Ideal for large families, reunions or group holidays. Each cottage has its own hot tub, play area and patio area with BBQ and garden furniture. Please click on the photograph to explore details of these beautiful self-catering holiday cottages for large groups.
Luxurious 14 bedroom Shapwick House provides a unique opportunity to celebrate your special occasion in style. The house is ideal to rent exclusively for a large family gathering or a group of friends wanting a weekend out of the city. The hire of Shapwick includes the optional services of our resident chef and waitresses / waiters. Availability for Christmas should you wish to celebrate a very special Christmas with family and friends.
Former Abbey, now a Grade II listed building, Bruisyard Hall can accommodate up to 20 people in comfort. the house is fully central-heated and is set in its own grounds with lawns, a moat and medieval fishponds. Local vineyard. The Suffolk coast is just a short frive away.
Christmas Hall & Coach house can sleep sleep up to 26. Situated in the popular and attractive village of Bildeston, surrounded by pretty Suffolk countryside with its many historic villages such as Chelsworth, Lavenham, Monks Eleigh and Kersey. Christmas Hall is a listed grade II house of special architectural and historical interest and is believed to date back to the early nineteenth century. The was once the village rectory and provides spacious comfortable accommodation with many fine original Georgian features. Constable country is close by , bustling market towns, with farmers markets of local produce. Local villages full of antique shops, art galleries. The Suffolk coast is 45 mins drive away with its many pretty coastal towns. Norfolk 1 hours drive away where the scenery changes to the flat fens of the Norfolk countryside with its windmills and wonderful bird sanctuaries.
Gatherings of friends, families, walkers, bird-watchers, civilised hen parties and work-mates can get together in spacious, beautiful, ancient and environmentally-friendly working farm to paint, pond dip, hug trees, sing, walk, bike, team-bond, relax, feast and celebrate. Tudor barn and cartlodge sleep 2-24 in comfortable, whacky and breathtaking accommodation (this is not a bunkhouse barn)+ 6-8 in adjacent farmhouse. Availability Christmas & New Year.
The ultimate rural retreat for corporate groups, weddings, reunions, celebrations and family holidays. Able to accommodate 26 guests (13 bedrooms) in premium luxury, Barrington House has been beautifully restored to provide spacious and comfortable accommodation, whether for short breaks or long stays year round. Barrington House is set in stunning countryside, in the heart of the Frome Valley and is ideally located for many attractions in the Heart of England. This is a great base for an active and stimulating holiday, for touring or simply relaxing and entertaining - a fine example of bygone days in this historic and beautiful location. Wireless Broadband internet access and power point presention facilities available in addition to catering and cleaning services if required.
www.middletonlodge.co.uk
Middleton Lodge is an exceptional Georgian country house just outside the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Set in 200 acres of private parkland it has recently been refurbished and sleeps between 13 and 38 (max 32 adults) in 16 bedrooms, most of which are ensuite. The house has excellent transport links (London 2 1/2 hrs by train) as well as easy access to the Dales, York and Durham. Middleton Lodge also has extensive private gardens with tennis court, outside hottub and BBQ areas. Inside there are games rooms (including a full size snooker table), a library, drawing room, dining room, living rooms and a grand entrance hall.
Dale House is a 9 bedroom house that can accommodate up to 24 people in the village of Kettlewell. The house affords stunning views views up and down the upper Wharfe Valley in the very heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is suited to any large group activity and is well-equipped for comfortable and easy self-catering holidays in the Dales. Hen parties welcome.
Refurbished old school house sleeping 12 - 24 in 4 rooms. Magnificently sited in this very quiet dale with moorland walking and mountain bike routes from the doorstep. Available self catering or catered. Outdoor activitiy teaching and field studies facilities available.
Sunnybank House is a nineteenth century Period House of immense character whose history is part of the history of Clifden Town on the Connemara coast. The house is uniquely situated in its own mature gardens yet only 100 meters from Clifden town centre. Private swimming pool. Our outdoor heated swimming pool is open from June 1st to September 20th - guests have exclusive use. Also sauna and tennis court.
Gourmet breaks can be arranged.Availability for Christmas and New Year.
This peacefully set cluster of stylish and comfortable holiday homes consists of a 17th Century Manor House with a courtyard of cottages, converted former barns surrounded by six acres of gardens and trees. Within walking distance of Tros Yr Afon are beaches and rocky headlands, the breeding grounds for a variety of birds including the Puffin and the village of Llangoed, and just a few minutes' drive away is Llandona with its 5 mile sandy beach and friendly riding stable.
Availability for Christmas and New Year
Christmas -Ty Pant (sleeps 8) Hafren (sleeps 6)
New Year- Ty Pant (sleeps 8) Coedlys (sleeps 8) Hafren (sleeps 6)
Large group accommodation at the foot of the Brecon Beacons in a Georgian listed building set in 10 acres of grounds, 3 hours from Heathrow Airport. The mansion and nearby coach house can accommodate up to 62 people if required. Swimming pool, sauna and putting green for guests. Surrounded by Welsh countryside, with castles and waterfalls, inspirational walks in the mountains – Wales at its very best. Internet access available.
Llanfendigaid Estate - a self-catering coastal mansion sleeping 16 with an indoor heated swimming pool at the southern end of Snowdonia National Park. Close to beaches and surrounded by superb scenery.
Luxury self catering barns set in glorious countryside in Mid Wales near Llanidloes. The barns may be booked separately or together for larger groups. Accommodation for 10 - 28 in 1 or both barns. 10 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms.
WiFi Broadband Internet. SKY+ TV. Woodburners. Aga. Gym and sauna. Games room with pool table. Big gas BBQ. Great walking. Birdwatching.
Babysitting and catering can usually be arranged.
Three, comfortable five star cottages recently converted from grade two listed stone hayloft, mangers and stables. All cottages are spacious, the beds are large and exposed beams, open fires and log burners, under floor heating, garden terraces and no chintz make this a very n