Party like a rock royalty in this amazing large group self-catering property on the border between Wales and England. Monnow Valley Studios has hosted legends such as Tom Jones, Oasis, and Ozzy Osborne, who all stayed here while recording. Now you, your family and your friends can enjoy the same facilities that include 11 bedrooms to sleep up to 24 people, huge grounds with wild swimming and fishing potential, a cinema/games room, and a soundproof party room. Monnow Valley Studios is two miles from Monmouth and within easy reach of the Wye Valley, Forest of Dean and the Brecon Beacons. It's available for bookings all year round, with well-behaved hen and stag parties welcome.
This beautiful riverfront property offers a high standard of accommodation in a fantastic location on the River Wye. The former pub has hospitality in its foundations and retains original period features that add to its charm. The house has 12 bedrooms to sleep up to 26 guests, several living areas that include a bar and a catering-size kitchen, and ample space outdoors with grounds that lead down to the river. The Wye Valley AONB is on the doorstep, while the Brecon Beacons National Park, the Forest of Dean and the Cotswolds are all within easy reach.
Relax in the beauty of the Welsh countryside in this big group holiday let in the Wye Valley. The Manor on the Monnow sits in two private acres of ground and fronts on to the River Wye at Monmouth, sleeping up to 24 people in 11 bedrooms. The centre of the historic town with its pubs, cafes and shops is a gentle 10-minute stroll, while the Wye Valley AONB, Forest of Dean and Brecon Beacons National Park are also close. The property manages to be both impressive and homely at the same time, and is ideal for groups of extended families and friends.
High Cloud Farm and Barn provide not only fantastic self-catering accommodation for big groups, but also the perfect spot to host your family Christmas, milestone birthday party or hen weekend. The two properties combine to sleep up to 24 people in ten very comfortable bedrooms, sitting within 30 private acres with beautiful views and walks from the front door. It is peaceful and private, with easy access to the Brecon Beacons National Park, the Wye Valley and favourite market towns such as Abergavenny and Monmouth.
This Victorian beauty is ideal for large group self-catering in the Brecon Beacons. The 9-bedroom house sleeps up to 24 people with lots of space for socialising both indoors and outside. It's dog and family friendly and perfect for celebrating something special or catching up with family and friends. The location, within walking distance of Abergavenny train station and town centre, is perfect for a holiday as there are lots of ways to explore without needing a car. The Wye Valley, Forest of Dean, Hereford and Cardiff are all easy to reach, and there is an excellent calendar of fun events celebrating everything from the landscape to the food it produces.
The Anchor was formerly a favourite village pub with a history of welcoming guests dating back to the 15th Century. Still hospitable, it is now a large property for self-catering in the Forest of Dean, sleeping up to 22 people in eight bedrooms, three living areas, a games room and a big garden with a hot tub. There are beautiful walks and cycling trails from the door, with the Wye Valley, Brecon Beacons and Cotswolds all on the doorstep for guests to enjoy. The Anchor is perfect for big family gatherings and celebrations with friends.
It is rare to find a large self-catering property in town, especially one of a standard as high as Forest House. Tucked away close to the centre of Coleford, this elegant house sleeps up to 25 people in 11 bedrooms and is within walking distance of shops, cafes and a pub. The footpaths and cycling trails of the Forest of Dean can be reached within a five minute stroll from the house, and with attractions like Symonds Yat, Clearwell Caves, Puzzlewood and the Palace Cinema close by, Forest House is ideal for extended families and friends.
A large group of people need a spacious property, and Hollytree House is ideal. This large holiday home is on the River Wye, close to Symonds Yat and within walking distance of three popular pubs including The Saracens Head which you can reach via a hand-pulled ferry across the river. With nine bedrooms and eight bathrooms, there is easily enough space for up to 22 guests to sleep in comfort, while the peaceful location at the end of a quiet lane means you won't be disturbed by passing traffic. Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth are both within easy reach, with nearby activities including hiking, mountain biking, climbing, fishing, whitewater rafting and sightseeing.
Create fantastic memories at the Big House By The Sea. Set in 4.5 acres of private grounds, this amazing house on the West coast of Wales, enjoys fantastic views over the sea and mountains and can accommodate up to 30 under one roof. The 100m2 function room can be your own nightclub with glitter ball and sound system for that special birthday, get together, Yoga retreat or wedding. There is also a Cinema, Bar, Hot Tub, Fire Pit and a 15 seat Wood-Burning sauna overlooking the bay. The house is a short walk to the local pub/restaurant, shop and beach below Llwyngwril village. Enjoy fabulous local walks and activities, and of course great sunsets over the water.
This romantic barn oozes character and charm and provides a luxurious 5 Star retreat right in the heart of the Lake District in the stunning Troutbeck Valley. Sleeping two guests in one king-sized bedroom, and located just a short stroll from Lake Windermere and an excellent pub, Townfoot Barn is the perfect retreat for couples looking for a slice of Cumbrian paradise. Dogs are welcome too. Sorry but short breaks are not available, just weekly or longer bookings taken throughout the year. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Sitting in the stunning little hamlet of Elterwater surrounded by mountains, Townfoot Cottage offers all the right ingredients for those who appreciate a stylish interior mixed with country cottage charm (log burner included!). Dog-friendly with superb walking from the front door. This stylish holiday cottage is an ideal base for exploring the Lake District National Park. Weekly (or longer) bookings offered all year round, sorry but short breaks are not available. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Ty Fynnon is ideal for large or extended families or friends who want to be close to the mountains and the sea. The lovely cottage is one of six beautiful self-catering cottages on a private estate next to Snowdonia National Park and just a mile from the beach and four miles from Conwy. There is space for up to eight people to sleep in four bedrooms, a generous sized garden with the option of a hot tub and on-site fishing all year round.
Sycamore Cottage (with the use of a hot tub) enjoys a fabulous position on a private estate on the North Coast of Wales on the edge of Snowdonia's stunning National Park. Perfect for couples, families and friends and a great base for exploring the area with historic Conwy just four miles away and glorious beaches for lazy days.
Clematis Cottage is a spacious self-catering holiday home set on a woodland farm in the very heart of the North Devon countryside with hot tub for exclusive guests use. The property is ideal for 3 generation family stays with 1 downstairs en-suite wetroom and 3 upstairs ensuite bedrooms. This is a great location for those wanting to explore Devon and its many attractions. Sitting on the fringe of Dartmoor's stunning national park, there are plenty of attractions for days out and excellent facilities back at base including a games room, hot tub, plenty of outside space to relax when the sun shines and dog heaven with beautiful walks in the 75 acre private woodland. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
Packed full of historic charm, this impressive manor house provides self-catering accommodation for large groups of up to sixteen and is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion with friends and family (pets also welcome!). Sitting on the border of Somerset/Dorset in the tranquil hamlet of Up Mudford, this fabulous property has lovely views over the River Yeo and sits in an oasis of calm and a haven for wildlife. Outside catering can be arranged for a special celebratory meal, along with other services including a beautician for pampering. Hot tub, river frontage, log fires and a large dining room with seating for everyone are just a few of the many features of Primrose Manor.
Deep in the heart of the Cambridgeshire countryside, the owners of Fullers Hill Cottages have created a peaceful retreat where guests can relax and enjoy spending time with family and friends. Number 1 Fullers Hill Cottages comfortably sleeps four guests in two bedrooms (plus an extra two on a sofa bed) and is as comfortable for couples as it is for families and friends. The Georgian cottage is on a family-run farm and has been renovated to a very high standard, earning it four stars from Visit England. It is only 15 miles from Cambridge and around an hour from central London, making it possible to escape to the countryside without sacrificing metropolitan delights. The cottage can be booked on its own or together with the estate's other five cottages for family reunions, hen weekends and other celebrations with family and friends. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
With its own private hot tub, The Tack Room is one of Fullers Hill's most popular holiday retreats. Like the others it is stylish and modern throughout and offers self-catering of a high standard. Sitting in a rural position amongst the glorious countryside of South Cambridgeshire, guests have the best of both worlds with an abundance of outdoor pursuits to enjoy on the doorstep and Cambridge city centre just fourteen miles away. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
Offering single level self-catering that is fully wheel-chair accessible, The Stables is perfect for couples having one bedroom, as well as families happy to use the sofa bed. Stylish throughout, The Stables has been beautifully presented to a high standard and sits amongst glorious countryside in South Cambridgeshire. Fabulous local walking, cycling and horse riding and just fourteen miles from Cambridge City centre. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
The Old Dairy is one of the stylish holiday apartments available at Fullers Hill nestling amongst glorious South Cambridgeshire countryside. Perfect for families and friends, sleeping four guests (or six with the use of a sofa bed), the surrounding area offers all the right ingredients to relax and unwind with plenty of space inside and out (including a hot tub in the garden for guest use), fabulous walking, cycling, horse riding and attractions including Cambridge city centre just fourteen miles away. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
The largest of all of Fullers Hill's fabulous holiday cottages, The Granary sleeps up to six guests in two en-suite sumptuous bedrooms and has an exceptionally large social living area for a cottage of this size where large groups of up to fourteen can dine around one table. Sitting in a tranquil position amongst the South Cambridgeshire countryside, this stylish holiday retreat is a popular choice for families, friends and large parties (when hired with other cottages) and offers dog friendly self-catering of a high standard with the use of a communal hot tub in the grounds. Only fourteen miles from Cambridge City centre. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
