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Best big holiday homes for large groups
7 Jul 2020
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By Sophie Eminson
As the demand for UK staycation breaks continues, larger holiday properties that can accommodate extended family and groups of friends are becoming harder to find. We've selected some of our best larger holiday homes, book now before they go!
Rossie Ochil House near Perth, Perthshire
Rossie Ochil House is the perfect place to relax and unwind with a group of friends or your extended family. Guests can enjoy the tranquil setting and take in the scenery whilst out walking around the estate. Perthshire is the ideal base if you’re looking to explore Scotland and is located only a short distance away from both Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Rossie Ochil House can accommodate 12 guests – if you book the additional annexe there’s room for 16. The main house offers a large master bedroom with ensuite bathroom complete with free-standing bath and separate shower plus a further 5 ensuite bedrooms. The living space is perfect for larger groups, with a fabulous formal dining room ideal for parties and entertaining, two spacious lounges with TV/DVD, WiFi and iPod dock and an open fire. There is also a games room with snooker table and CD player and a lovely patio area at the back complete with hot tub.
Green Craig House, Aberlady, East Lothian
Sleeping 12 guests in total luxury and comfort, Green Craig House dates from the 1920s. It occupies an idyllic and very private position on Scotland’s famous Golf Coast and the beautiful beaches of East Lothian.
The house boasts many wonderful features, including a fabulous reception hall and grand dining room, a kitchen/breakfast room plus six gorgeous double bedrooms (all are ensuite). The house is set within private 50-acre grounds, and also has a large paved terrace, a hot tub, and of course those incredible sea views.
Rookery Barn near Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Rookery Barn is an amazing 5-bed holiday home that’s ideal for large families and groups, with wonderful country views across open fields. It’s located on the outskirts of Harrogate in North Yorkshire in the picturesque village of Darley.
Kick off your muddy boots at the door and be welcomed into a beautiful sitting/dining room, with exposed beams, Smart TV, and woodburning stove. The sitting room opens directly onto the fabulous and fully enclosed garden, with patio area, hydro hot tub, stylish outdoor furniture and children’s play equipment. There is space for all the family with 5 well-presented bedrooms sleeping 12 guests in total comfort.
The Barn, County Meath, Ireland
The Barn at Decoy Country Cottages is located in the beautiful and historic Boyne Valley. Only 30 minutes from Dublin City Centre and Dublin Airport, The Barn is an ideal choice for families and groups. With four lovely bedrooms the property sleeps 8 people. There is also a spacious kitchen and a large dining area with views over the lovely courtyard. Children are well catered for here with a games room (including snooker table) and a lovely play area outside with trampoline and football goals too!
Hillside Barn, Rodney Stoke, Somerset
This charming 300 year old barn conversion is located in Rodney Stoke, at the foot of the Somerset Mendip Hills. With its 11th Century church and pub serving great food, the village has seen little change over the years. Comfortable and cosy, this oak beamed barn has bags of space for five people to dine and relax together.
On the ground floor is a large living room with TV and squishy sofas to spread out on, a separate diner and a fully equipped kitchen. The sleeping accommodation upstairs comprises a double bedroom with a plus a family room with one double and one single bed. The living room opens out onto the enclosed south facing terrace, with outdoor pool and sauna room, as well as pool toys, loungers and seating – it’s the ideal place to create new memories on a fine British day!
Beechtree Manor, Ballymena, Northern Ireland
Looking for a staycation break in Northern Ireland? This stunning four-bedroom home in Ballymena is just the ticket. Beechtree Manor is furnished to the highest standards, and sleeps up to nine guests in pure luxury.
Here, you can enjoy all that Ballymena and County Antrim have to offer. Head to Galgorm Castle Fairy Trail and visit some of the many Game of Thrones filming locations including The Dark Hedges, Cushendun Caves and Ballintoy Harbour.
Newton Manor House, Falkland, Fife
Newton Manor House is a B listed, Victorian, 6 bedroomed property set in two acres of gardens on the outskirts of the Falkland in Fife, Scotland Set in the shadow of the Lomond Hills which offer fantastic walking, mountain biking and rambling for all ages. Falkland is a beautiful and picturesque village, famous for its royal palace. It was also Scotland’s first conservation village, thanks to its historic past.
The house was built in 1857 by the Bonthrone family and many original features still remain throughout. The property has been lovingly restored to a luxuriously high standard and is the perfect retreat whatever time of the year. With plenty of space for up to 16 guests, Newton Manor is a larger property that also benefits from a large kitchen and fabulous living space, plus a games room.
Characterful Cottage, near Dorchester, Dorset
This is a beautiful, remote 4-bed property ideally placed for easy access to Dorchester and the Jurassic Coast. It’s the perfect spot for a relaxed family holiday. It is perfect for a peaceful retreat located on the southern edges of the beautiful Blackmore Vale where many walking and cycling routes can be found leading from the door allowing you to take in the picturesque landscape that this area is renowned for.
The cottage is bursting with character and sleeps up to seven guests in four bedrooms. It also has a cosy lounge with open fireplace, spacious country kitchen with AGA.
Heading outside you’ll find a delightful country garden with table and chairs. it’s the perfect space to enjoy a meal, or perhaps drinks in the evening. Leading on from here is a small orchard and a summer house, sure to keep all the family entertained, with TV and pool table.
Greave Farmhouse, Todmorden, West Yorkshire
Greave Farmhouse is a remote and characterful three bedroom cottage situated on the edge of the West Pennine hills. If you want to get away from it all, then Greave Farmhouse is perfect location situated at the end of a log farm track. The house sleeps six guest in three bedrooms and is packed with original features such as beams, fireplaces and exposed brick. Furnished in a beautiful traditional style, Greave Farmhouse is warm and cosy. There is also a beautiful garden, and you can take in the views across the Pennines.
On the doorstep of the house you’ll discover the an old Roman road, called London road, which runs from Hebden Bridge to the village of Mankinholes. Here you’ll find two lovely pubs, The Top Brink and The Shepherds Rest. You get get there by bike or on foot within 15 minutes!
