Whether you are planning your hen night or someone else's, it's a very special occasion and the last opportunity for the bride to spend time with her closest friends before the 'Big Day'.
With so many wedding arrangements and plans to take care of, we have put together a collection of large holiday homes that are ideal venues for a hen night. All the properties accommodate eight or more guests - although we do of course have small properties for quieter affairs! These cottage owners are also happy to welcome parties of ladies celebrating a hen night.
So, whether you’re seeking an intimate getaway with friends, or would prefer to party through the night, our range of hen party houses is perfect for a variety of occasions. Read more
Discover the perfect getaway at our spacious and welcoming group accommodation, Howgills Barn in the South Lakes and Yorkshire Dales. An 8 bedroom property sleeping up to 35 guests; an ideal choice for celebrations, milestone events, re-unions and family holidays.
Chestnut Barn welcomes big families and groups of friends for relaxing self-catering holidays in Norfolk all year round. The spacious holiday home sleeps ten people in four bedrooms, potentially accommodating two more guests in folding beds and two infants in cots. Beautifully furnished interiors and landscaped gardens with games, bike storage, and a hot tub are perfect for your family holiday, hen-do, or catching up with friends over a long weekend. You're within a few miles of Cromer and other beaches and within walking distance of the village shop, green, and pub in Aldborough.
Do you fancy yourself as Lord or Lady of the Manor? Dunstan Hall is the perfect place to indulge those fantasies. The beautiful Northumberland holiday home sleeps 18 people in 10 bedrooms with parts dating back some 800 years and views across fields towards the coast and Dunstaburgh Castle. It's in the quiet village of Dunstan, a stroll from the village pub and a mile from the historic village of Craster, with it’s gastro pub, café and fishmongers, selling the famous Craster kipper! About 100 yards up the road is the start of a scenic bridleway to Embleton Bay, about a mile and a half away. Alnwick, Bamburgh, Lindisfarne and the Cheviot Hills are all nearby for memorable days out. You can book Dunstan Hall in combination with the owner's two other adjacent cottages for self-catering holidays for 29 friends, family members or colleagues.
The party starts here! Cheltenham Chase is a big holiday home in the Cotswolds. Sleeping 24 people in a quiet location three miles from Cheltenham, the 10-bedroom property is perfect for your hen weekend, family reunion, or hosting your wedding party and guests for your celebration. The house has superb self-catering facilities and an acre of landscaped grounds, an indoor swimming pool, a games room and a terrace with a barbecue. Spend a day relaxing by the pool before getting ready to dine out and hit the town or explore picturesque villages and historic market towns.
Treat yourself to a luxurious Highlands holiday on the historic Monzie Estate near Crieff. Mill House is a beautiful stone holiday home sleeping ten people in five beautifully appointed ensuite bedrooms and a flexible layout suitable for families and friends. It is finished to a very high standard to create the atmosphere of a boutique country hotel with the relaxed welcome of a private house. The cottage is surrounded by beauty on all sides with no near neighbours and no passing traffic to disturb your peace. The location is ideal for walking, mountain biking, golf and fishing. The Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park and the coast are both well under an hour's drive, giving you unlimited potential for adventure.
Stunning and luxurious seven bedroom farmhouse, large gardens with lawns, BBQ, pizza ovens, and a hot tub boasting 360 views. Private sauna in spa garden from October 2024. This huge self-catering holiday home sleeps up to 15 to accommodate groups of friends and extended families who love not only its space but also its fantastic location near Heptonstall and Hebden Bridge in the Upper Calder Valley, Yorkshire. Hebden Bridge is three miles away, and Halifax with its renowned Piece Hall is also within easy reach. Offering wonderful privacy and seclusion, the house and the gardens have superb views that stretch for miles, and there are wonderful footpaths and cycling routes accessible from the door. The owners can provide contacts for catering, yoga, relaxation or cacao sessions. If you book direct on our website you’ll secure the best rates and we’ll be able to give you a more personal experience throughout.
Bank House is a large Georgian townhouse in Bishop's Castle, within walking distance of independent shops, cafes, bars, and England's oldest brewery. It sleeps ten people in five ensuite bedrooms with the potential to sleep up to 14 if required. The layout is ideal for extended families and friends celebrating a milestone event or in the area for a wedding. Bishops Castle is a top choice for a walking or cycling holiday, being on the Shropshire Way and close to Offa's Dyke, Long Mynd, Stiperstones, Bury Ditches, and Mitchell's Fold.
Escape to the peace and beauty of Harty on the Isle of Sheppey. This fantastic barn conversion is perfect for a holiday with extended family or friends, sleeping 12+ people in 6 lovely ensuite bedrooms with the possibility of squeezing in a few extra kids on camp beds if necessary. It is one of five super self-catering cottages on Mocketts Farm in Kent, offering a 4-Star Gold standard of accommodation without compromise. The surrounding area is an oasis of tranquility which attracts an abundance of wildlife, and with a very good pub within strolling distance, Mocketts Farm provides all the right ingredients for a relaxing holiday.
The versatile layout at Street Farm makes it ideal for large groups, giving guests the option of spending time socialising and celebrating together or relaxing on their own. Five luxurious properties sleep between two and thirty people, and there is also a spa suite with hot tub. The farm sits within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, a 10-minute stroll through meadows to the Fat Lamb Inn and just over half an hour's drive to the Lake District National Park. With fantastic opportunities for outdoor adventure on the doorstep and a luxurious setting, Street Farm is the perfect venue if you are looking to celebrate and have fun away with friends or family.
The Coach House at Street Farm accommodates groups of up to eight guests in three bedrooms. Surrounded by glorious Yorkshire countryside, this stylish holiday home sits in the Yorkshire Dales National Park but is conveniently located within half an hour drive of the Lake District, making it a great place for exploring the area and its many attractions. Whether you want to get out and about or simply stay put in the beauty that surrounds with fabulous walking and cycling, The Coach House is a popular choice for families and friends.
The Farmhouse at Street Farm is perfect for large groups sleeping up to 15 guests. Stylish and beautifully presented, this luxury holiday home is ideal for catching up with friends or celebrating a special occasion with family. Sitting within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, the farmhouse is a 10-minute stroll through meadows to the Fat Lamb Inn and just over half an hour's drive to the Lake District National Park. Fantastic opportunities for outdoor adventure on the doorstep and an abundance of opportunities for day trips out.
The Old Neptune is a superb choice for group accommodation in Suffolk which gives guests a unique opportunity to stay in a historic building in the heart of Ipswich Old Town, steps from the marina and within easy reach of the Suffolk Coast. The Grade II listed building dates from the 1500s and has retained many original features while being carefully updated to provide a high standard of comfort for 21st Century guests. It is a fantastic place to host special milestone celebrations, hen weekend activities, intimate wedding parties, team building events, or family Christmases.
Celebrate a special occasion in this magnificent country house just two hours from London, close to Aldeburgh and only a short drive from the pretty market town of Woodbridge. Pettistree House is an early Georgian country house in which the owners have carefully restored original features like big sash windows and wall panelling, hiding away modern comforts like underfloor heating. Pettistree House provides the perfect place to host your country house party, with 15 stunning bedrooms sleeping up to 30 people and 13 private acres of parkland. The house feels like a luxurious boutique hotel, yet guests enjoy space and convenience of staying in a private residence.
Groups love The Bevan for the 17 well-appointed ensuite bedrooms, which can either be superking or twin rooms, depending on your requirements, and a location close to mountains, beaches, and the most famous Castle in Wales. The large group holiday home is part of the Plas y Bryn manor house in Bontnewydd, with beautiful views over the Menai Strait towards Anglesey. Caernarfon is only ten minutes away, and you're ideally located to explore Snowdonia, the Llyn Peninsula, and the coast of North Wales. The Bevan is child and pet-friendly, accessible for guests with limited mobility, and easily sleeps up to 34 people. Amenities include a games room, a private garden, and shared gardens and woodland.
Big groups love The Bluebell. The large holiday home is in the quiet village of Burton Agnes, barely six miles from the Yorkshire coast and less than an hour from York and Castle Howard. It's a former pub and hotel with space for up to 52 people to sleep in 20 bedrooms, most of them ensuite. Amenities include a catering standard kitchen, spacious living/dining space with a bar, games room with pool, table tennis, and air hockey, and parking for up to 30 cars. It's a fantastic venue for a family reunion, celebrating a milestone birthday, hosting a wedding, or running a work team-building event.
Mountain View is a fantastic big self-catering property for groups in an amazing location only a stone's throw from the beach at Penmaenmawr on the North Wales coast. Snowdonia National Park, Anglesey and attractions like Conwy Castle are all within easy reach, with plenty of things to see and do including memorable coastal walks and an excellent network of cycling routes. The former Victorian hotel has been renovated to provide accommodation for up to 55 people in 17 bedrooms with multiple rooms for socialising and entertaining, a full Sky TV package, cinema room and outdoor space. Grab the kids, the dogs and your granny and head north - this house is too good to miss!
The Ship Inn was built with fun and hospitality in mind. The period Victorian former pub is a light and welcoming space with 12 bedrooms that can sleep large groups of up to 34 people, multiple living spaces and plenty of extras like a cinema room, a games room, and multiroom Sky TV access. The property is perfect for guests of all ages, and ideal for an annual holiday or special celebration with your extended family and friends. Old Colwyn Beach and The Promenade are only a five-minute walk from the door, as are shops, cafes and welcoming pubs. With loads of space indoors and out, and a location that is close to Blue Flag beaches, eateries and favourite attractions, this huge holiday home is a popular choice in every season.
This 17th Century, Grade II listed Somerset Long House has carefully been brought into the 21st Century without losing an iota of its charm. The owners of Cherry Tree Farm have created a luxurious country holiday retreat with plenty of space indoors and out, and room for ten people to sleep in five well-appointed bedrooms. Exmoor National Park, the Quantock Hills AONB and the beautiful beaches of Somerset and North Devon are all within easy reach, and there is a friendly pub only a five-minute walk away. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Finding somewhere that sleeps 12 people with a flexible layout, is close to beaches but also near countryside walks and good mountain bike routes, offers the luxury adults crave (including a hot tub and swimming pool for guests exclusive use!) with the space kids need, and which is suitable for family and friends is a walk in the park once you have discovered Lavender Barn. The 200-year old holiday home ticks all of the boxes, offering 5-Star Gold accommodation close to Exmoor National Park, The Quantock Hills AONB and beautiful beaches. There is a friendly pub within walking distance and plenty more places to eat, drink, shop and explore in the surrounding towns and villages. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Tucked away on a quiet family-run farm next to the Welsh border and the Shropshire Hills AONB, Orchard Cottage is ideal for large or extended family holidays. It easily sleeps up to 14 people in five beautiful bedrooms and has plenty of space inside and out. Sit back and enjoy the stunning countryside views, swim in the indoor heated pool or watch the kids have fun in the adventure playground or games room. Located at the point where Shropshire, Herefordshire and Powys meet, there are plenty of attractions including Offa's Dyke, Hereford and Ludlow within easy reach. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
We have a great selection of hen do houses across the UK, perfect for a range of itineraries. Whether you’re hoping to explore the beautiful coast of Cornwall or relax in the tranquil countryside of the Yorkshire Dales, you will find the perfect destination for all.
Some of the most popular places to enjoy our hen party accommodation are below. However, you can use our search filter above to discover even more places for your next hen party rental.
Hen party houses in the Cotswolds
Hen party houses in the Peak District
Once you have decided where to go for your hen party getaway, you’re likely in need of a little more information. Whatever you are planning, we have plenty of large holiday homes that you can make your very own for your hen night or weekend away with the girls.
Keep reading to learn more about when to book, what to do and our top tips for a hen party break!
When you decide to book a hen party house or cottage ultimately depends on when the wedding is taking place. Usually, these happen either a few weeks or months before the big day.
However, some of our hen party venues offer great amenities such as swimming pools, hot tubs, spa facilities and more. With this in mind, many of our guests choose to book their break during the summer months, this way they can make the most of the outdoor pool and facilities and enjoy warmer weather to get out and explore.
If you’re seeking a winter getaway, there are still plenty of excellent hen party houses with a pool to pick from. Some of these properties have indoor swimming facilities, perfect for those colder days.
With houses and cottages to suit a range of hen party itineraries, no matter when you decide to book your getaway, you’re sure to find a break perfect for the whole clan!
Where you select to stay during your hen party break will determine what you do during this time. With houses and cottages near the coast, many guests choose to spend their days lounging on the beach or exploring nearby seaside towns.
For those hoping to get out and active, we also have some excellent properties situated in the beautiful countryside. This provides the ideal location to hike, bike and explore your surroundings, all with beautiful accommodations to relax in afterwards.
If you’re planning to party and dance, there are also some great hen party houses near vibrant towns and cities. These are perfect for those hoping to hit the bars and clubs, with a spacious rental to head home to at the end of the night.
Many of the cottage owners are also more than happy to help arrange additional treats and surprises to make the hen weekend a memorable one. These range from things such as a visit from a beautician or therapist for a pedicure or massage, your very own chef for a special night of dining and cocktails or activity days for the more adventurous.
No matter how you choose to spend your time on your hen party getaway, we have some stunning properties in ideal locations for a range of breaks.
What better way to get the weekend off to a good start than to have champagne on ice ready for your arrival – speak to the owner to see if they can arrange this. If you want to organise special activities, make sure you book as far in advance as possible to avoid disappointment.
Every bride needs some time to recover from her hen night, and self-catering accommodation is often cheaper during the winter and spring months. We have some superb large luxury holiday homes that can be incredibly cost-effective when splitting the fee with friends – a hen night's the perfect time to treat yourself to a little luxury at an affordable price!
When choosing your hen party house, it's best to assess the surroundings to see what there is to do nearby. Many of these properties offer plenty of things to do and are situated in an ideal location for those looking to explore. Guests are also able to speak to the cottage owners, who may be able to arrange additional activities and treatments for the house. This is a great excuse to enjoy a weekend of fun and pampering!
Our range of properties offer everything from houses with swimming pools to spa facilities and hot tubs. This provides the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in a weekend full of luxury and relaxation. These rentals are also situated in beautiful settings, many of which are encompassed by natural surroundings and pretty landscapes. You will find several luxury hen party houses when choosing your next breakthrough Independent Cottages.
We have a great selection of hen party houses and cottages with a hot tub, perfect for those looking to relax in bubbles and enjoy a drink or two. When browsing our selection, we recommend using the search filter to narrow down your options and find the perfect place for you. This way, you can select from a range of properties, all of which will cater to the type of break you’re looking for.
