The drive and exterior of a large Isle of Wight holiday cottage surrounded by lawns.

Find My Favourite Large Holiday Homes

 

View our portfolio of UK holiday homes accommodating eight or more guests.

My Favourite Holiday Cottages features a selection of large UK holiday cottages offering accommodation for big families or groups of friends for celebrations and reunions at any time of the year. Each property advertised displays the number of bedrooms and bathrooms.

Large UK country houses to rent for weekends or longer holidays offer spacious and well-equipped self-catering accommodation perfect for extended or dual family holidays. Large cottages are also popular for those seeking spacious accommodation for many guests to come together to celebrate special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, reunions, and stag or hen parties.

Large holiday homes embrace various attractive and intriguing property types, including castles, historic manor houses, farmhouses, barn conversions, windmills, contemporary beach homes, and townhouses, all of which can welcome many guests. 

Click on the preview description of any large cottage to view its main page.

 

An outdoor table laid for dinner on a deck overlooks a boat-filled Falmouth Estuary.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
3

The Watch House is a holiday cottage in Falmouth on the waterfront in the heart of this fabulous Cornish resort. Through its windows, guests can enjoy amazing 180-degree views across Falmouth Harbour. It sleeps up to 8 guests and has reserved parking. Well-behaved dogs are welcome.

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Exterior of a cross-timbered Herefordshire cottage with a large lawn.
Sleeps
17
Bedrooms
7

Nestling amidst Herefordshire Hills in a delightful rural location in the village of the same name, Little Cowarne Court is a large Bromyard holiday cottage, superbly created from traditional farm buildings for families or groups of friends sleeping 17 in 7 bedrooms.

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Stone built Whitby holiday home with terracotta tiles and Velux windows on the roof overlook a lawn and parking space
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Rural character dominates this large coastal holiday cottage in Whitby: exposed beams, a feature brick fireplace and a whalebone in the wall transport guests back to yesteryear. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms sit within the stone walls of the pet-friendly holiday home, offering easy access to the North York Moors National Park.

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Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity to Snowdonia of this six-bedroom rural holiday cottage near the Conwy village of Pentrefoelas, which boasts views of the stunning countryside as well as wheelchair access, endless entertainment options, cosy open fires and a games room.

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A 'honey-stone' thatched Cotswold holiday cottage in Oxfordshire.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
3

Suncroft is a quaint Grade II pet-friendly Cotswold cottage in Warwickshire near the village of Shotteswell. It features cosy interiors in muted tones, traditional furnishings, an inglenook fireplace & a country-style kitchen. This large 17th-century rural holiday home near Shottiswell sleeps up to eight guests.

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Exterior of a wisteria-clad, double-fronted Georgian House and front garden.
Sleeps
17
Bedrooms
8

Crepe Farmhouse is a large luxury farmhouse in Symondsbury surrounded by stunning scenery. Guests have exclusive access to the swimming pool, sauna, games room, cinema room, and large garden. It is ideal for extended families, celebrations, and large groups. Dogs are welcome.

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A chalet bungalow in Windermere overlooks a front lawn and a large parking area.
Sleeps
11
Bedrooms
5

Amidst the beauty of the Lake District is the lovely holiday cottage Hazel, part of the Woodland Cottages resort on the eastern shores of Lake Windermere near the town of Bowness-o

n-Windermere, Cumbria, a child-friendly cottage featuring a hot tub, wood-burning stove and five bedrooms.

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A detached, double fronted, stone-built cottage with a front garden behind a low stone wall.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

The Farmhouse is a spacious 4-star Grade II-Listed holiday cottage that welcomes pets. It is situated in a picturesque rural location on the west coast of Wales in Ceredigion, near Aberaeron. The property is located on a 130-acre organic farm that has its own fishing lakes and is just three miles away from stunning sandy beaches.

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A remote stone-built shooting lodge nestles in the lee of a Scottish mountainside.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Luxury accommodation meets peaceful isolation at the wonderful Glenuaig Lodge, a dog-friendly, large and remote four-bedroom self-catering cottage for eight guests in the heart of the Glencarron Estate near Strathcarron. The Lodge enjoys beautiful views and is accessible by 4-wheel drive vehicles.

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Houses to rent with plenty of bedrooms will often display floor plans on their websites (there's a link to each cottage's website on their listing). Floor plans make working out the sleeping accommodation much easier before you book. Don't forget to ensure there are sufficient ensuite bathrooms for everybody. 

Big holiday houses also tend to be very well equipped to ensure the needs of all guests are met. The bigger the property, the more likely it is to have additional facilities not found in smaller properties, such as extra lounges, ensuite bathrooms, satellite TV, hot tubs, games barns and swimming pools. Remember to check a property with at least one dining table that can seat all the guests in your group.

Large holiday homes can be rented for short or long stays, making them ideal for family vacations or group getaways. They provide a home-away-from-home experience, allowing guests to relax and enjoy their time together in a comfortable and spacious setting. Try to book ahead as far as possible, especially for summer and Christmas/New Year bookings when demand for larger holiday cottages is at its peak.

Don't be shy of the price. It may look significant, but once you break it down into the cost per person per night, you'll find that it can often be a less expensive option compared to smaller properties or hotels.

If you are interested in renting a big cottage listed here and want to know more, click the link to its website, send an e-mail enquiry, or pick up the phone and get an immediate answer from the owner or agency.