Impress your guests with a stay at Hackford Hall. Dating from the 17th Century, this Georgian gem sleeps 28 people in 13 bedrooms and features an indoor swimming pool, gym, games room, and 32 acres of grounds, including a tennis court. It's ideal for your self-catering holiday with friends, family reunion, celebration, or retreat, with lots of space and a flexible layout that suits different activities. The big holiday home is in Norfolk, at the end of a private driveway on the edge of Reepham, with beautiful views and easy access to the countryside.
With its gracious proportions, lovely furnishings and features that include an acre of walled gardens, an indoor pool and a tennis court, it's no wonder that Edgar Farmhouse is a favourite for family reunions and holidays with friends. Whether you're a group of hens celebrating before a wedding or hosting your family for Christmas, this holiday home is ideal for a self-catering break. The farmhouse is in Walsingham, 14 miles from Norwich, within easy reach of the North Norfolk coast and popular attractions like Sandringham and beWILDerwood.
Families, extended families and friends are all welcome at Houghton Farmhouse. The period holiday home is in a lovely location on the edge of Walsingham and within easy reach of the coast. The acre-sized grounds include a heated swimming pool and a games room, while the main house accommodates up to 18 people in 7 bedrooms and has excellent self-catering facilities. You can happily spend all your time at home or explore the coast and attractions like the royal Sandringham estate and beWILDerwood.
Elms Farmhouse is located on the edge of Wangford, within walking distance of a popular farm shop and two friendly pubs. It's a fantastic location for this Grade II listed holiday home, which dates from the 15th Century and sleeps 18 people in eight bedrooms. Features include an authentic country kitchen well-equipped for group self-catering, a covered outdoor swimming pool, and a games room. You're only a few miles from Southwold, Beccles and the Norfolk Broads, so there's a wide choice of activities and attractions.
Nine Potterhill is a fantastic family-friendly holiday cottage in the heart of Pickering, the Gateway to the Moors. It's close to some of the best walks and attractions in the region and within easy reach of the spectacular Yorkshire coast and favourite attractions like Castle Howard and York's many historic sites. The three-bedroom property has been beautifully renovated and decorated to sleep six people in three bedrooms with a huge bathroom, a small courtyard garden, and lockable bike storage. Nine Potterhill has excellent self-catering facilities and is dog-friendly.
Escape to the country! This pretty stone cottage is set in the heart of the quaint North Yorkshire village of Wrelton, which was mentioned in the Domesday book in 1086. Positioned a short drive from the picturesque market town of Pickering and only 7 miles from Rosedale and 30 minutes from the east coast. Sleeping four guests across two luxurious bedrooms, one king and 2 singles. All set out with the comfiest beds and the addition of a beautifully appointed bathroom. All rooms come with wonderful views of the tranquil village and expansive North Yorkshire countryside, with Sue & Paul the Owners lovingly transforming Broomfield Cottage into the perfect escape for a combination for rest and relaxation.
Middlerigg perches above Craster harbour on the aptly named Haven Hill. The motherly arms of Craster harbour’s two whinstone piers hold a protective embrace. The resulting small cove shelters from the wild North Sea. It has welcomed Craster’s fishermen and their cobles for generations. Ramshackle stacks of lobster pots mirror the ragged silhouette of tumbledown Dunstanbugh Castle in the distance.
Driftwood is a scant 200 metres from Craster Harbour and has wonderful views down Haven Hill to the water. The former fisherman's cottage dates back over two centuries to a time when Craster was the nation's leading provider of smoked kippers. Today, it is a delightful holiday cottage sleeping four people in two ensuite bedrooms, with excellent self-catering facilities for couples, families and friends. You're moments from the Northumberland Coastal Path and close to Dunstanburgh, Alnwick, and Bamburgh castles. It's a fantastic spot for bird watchers, landscape photographers, hikers, cyclists and anyone else who loves being outdoors.
Built in the 1800s as housing for fishermen in Craster's thriving kipper and herring industry, Harbourway has been sympathetically updated to offer comfortable self-catering accommodation for 21st Century families. The end-terrace holiday cottage sleeps eight people in four bedrooms and is close enough to Craster Harbour that you can hear the chug of the engine of the boats and the call of the gulls greeting them on their return. Windows look towards the harbour and catch the morning sun, and a picket fence encloses the front garden, so it's safe for children and dogs.
The owners of Craster Reach have taken inspiration from its coastal surroundings. Soft shades of blues and greys are complemented with timber and slate flooring, offering stylish self-catering accommodation without detracting from fantastic views. The holiday cottage sleeps six people in three beautiful bedrooms, with an open-plan living area, well-maintained gardens, and seating areas both front and rear. Craster Reach is a period mid-terraced cottage in the quiet village of Craster within strolling distance of a harbour, pub and café that also has a small selection of essential items. It's welcoming for couples, families and friends in all seasons.
Indulge yourself in the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales from the comfort of this 17th-Century manor house. Oughtershaw Hall is in a class of its own. Eight miles from Wensleydale, it sleeps 16 people in eight bedrooms and features four reception rooms, a games room, extensive grounds, and an indoor swimming pool and sauna. For all its pedigree and grandeur, the holiday rental feels like a home and is very well equipped for a group self-catering holiday with family or friends.
Mews Cottage stands out as a top-tier holiday cottage. Set amidst 20 acres of captivating gardens of the Bonython Estate near Helston on the Lizard Peninsula, it offers an excellent self-catering experience. Loved by families and friends alike, the cottage boasts indoor and outdoor spaces and is perfect for all ages. Its well-equipped kitchen ensures convenience, but the Wheel Inn is just a short stroll away for those craving a break. The mild climate of South Cornwall is perfect for exotic plants, showcased beautifully in the Bonython Estate Gardens, a must-see attraction known as one of Cornwall's Great Gardens. With proximity to breathtaking beaches, fun attractions, and the stunning South West Coast Path, Mews Cottage provides an unforgettable base for exploring the wonders of the Lizard Peninsula. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Kingsley Lake View has sweeping views over two acres of landscaped gardens to Chew Valley Lake. The big holiday house in Somerset sleeps 16 people in four bedrooms with a games room, indoor and outdoor self-catering facilities, a hot tub, and lots of luxurious touches to make you and your guests feel welcome and relaxed. You're close to Bristol, Bath and the Cotswolds, with miles of country lanes and footpaths for cycling and walking. The nearby Mendip Hills promise adventure, and there is a fantastic array of local attractions for all ages and interests.
The holiday home is in Iron Acton, tucked away behind electric gates on the edge of the village and within easy reach of Bristol, Bath and the Cotswolds. Big holiday houses rarely come as good as this. Wood View Barn is a beautiful conversion sleeping 20 people in six bedrooms with lots of luxurious touches, including a games room, a bar, and an outdoor hot tub. Everything is designed for comfort and easy self-catering, whether creating a delicious meal to serve in the formal dining room, enjoying crudites around the island as you cook, or searing locally reared meat on the barbecue.
Drystone Manor is a big holiday home in historic Iron Acton, within easy reach of Bristol, Bath and the Cotswolds AONB. Set behind electric gates and surrounded by two acres of private grounds, it sleeps 16 people in seven bedrooms and is perfect for family reunions, hen weekends, special celebrations, and relaxing holidays with friends. Features include a designer kitchen/diner for ease of self-catering, a cinema room, a games room, a full-sized tennis court, and an outdoor heated swim spa.
The Old Malt House exudes period charm. Tucked away in the quiet village of Exton, the self-catering holiday home has direct access to footpaths and bridleways, offering secure bike storage and dog-friendly accommodation for four people in two bedrooms. It's perfect for couples or families who want to explore Exmoor National Park fully. The Somerset coast, Dunster Castle and Minehead are within easy reach, you're only a few miles from Dulverton and Tiverton, and there's an excellent pub half a mile away - just long enough to work up a thirst for a pint of locally brewed Somerset cider.
Riversmeet is a beautiful beachfront holiday cottage in Instow. Recently renovated with a stylish modern coastal interior, fantastic views, and excellent self-catering facilities, it sleeps six people in three bedrooms. It is ideal for families, multi-generational families, and friends. Instow is a relaxed village convenient for beaches and attractions, including The Milky Way, Tarka Trail, and The Big Sheep. The beach is just over the road, and you're only a short walk from two excellent pubs and a village shop, deli and cafe. One well-behaved dog is welcome. Bookings are available all year round with a Saturday changeover.
Couples, families and friends are all welcome in Pippin Cottage. The lovely holiday home near Bamburgh sleeps four people in two ensuite bedrooms and is dog-friendly. It's in the quiet village of Lucker, three miles from the coast and within easy reach of attractions like Hadrian's Wall, Cragside, Lindisfarne, and Alnwick Castle. There is an enormous variety of footpaths, cycling routes and bridleways to help you enjoy the stunning landscape and the views for which Northumberland is famous. There's an excellent gastropub, restaurant and cafe all within a short walk should you want a break from self-catering.
It's impossible to say what is better about this self-catering holiday cottage on the Northumberland Coast. Is it the stunning views which stretch over Budle Bay to Lindisfarne Castle, or is it the welcoming decor that includes a log burner and space for four people to sleep in two bedrooms? Grayling Cottage is only a mile from Bamburgh Castle and close to other favourite attractions, including Holy Island, Alnwick Castle and Hadrian's Wall. It has secure bike storage and access to a private beach. It's welcoming to couples and families all year round.
Grey Heron Lodge has direct access to the dunes and a private beach at Budle Bay on the spectacular Northumberland Coast. The timber holiday cottage has an open-plan living area with a deck and can sleep six people in three bedrooms, one with an ensuite shower room. It's great for families, including those with dogs, and has efficient heating and a log burner, so winter guests feel cosy and comfortable. Bamburgh is only a mile away, though the walk may take longer than you expect as you keep stopping to admire the view!