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.

 

A Northumberland farmhouse in open countryside overlooks a row of traditional barns
Sleeps
11
Bedrooms
6

Homestone Farmhouse is a large, traditional, stone-built farmhouse on a 250-acre working farm in an idyllic, secluded rural location 5 miles from Campbeltown on the Kintyre Peninsula. View this child-friendly farmhouse in Scotland sleeps 11 in 5 bedrooms. Pets welcome.

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Sleeps
30
Bedrooms
12

North End Farm is a delightful property near Bridport and the Jurassic Coast in Dorset. It offers ample furnished grounds, rustic charm, lovely views & stunning sunsets. Surrounded by rolling green hills, the farm offers pet-friendly holiday cottages and cabins for couples, small families and large groups.

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A large C-shaped single-storey rural cottage built around a courtyard.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Uninterrupted views of the Warwickshire countryside greet visitors to Furlong Barn, a sophisticated rural holiday cottage in Long Itchington. The secluded barn conversion boasts vaulted beamed ceilings & open-plan design, as well as generous grounds with a furnished patio for enjoying the beautiful scenery.

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Frontage of a creeper-clad stone farmhouse overlooking mature gardens.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
5

Enjoy self-catering holidays in North Wales with family and friends at Hendre Aled Farmhouse, a large and secluded pet-friendly farmhouse near Llansannan in the Conwy Valley. This 4-bedroom house sleeps 12. It is ideally located for exploring the North Wales coastal resorts and Snowdonia.

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Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
5

This large, family-friendly holiday home in North Wales sleeps 12 guests in 5 bedrooms, yards from the beach in Rhos-on-Sea near Colwyn Bay. With a large and well-equipped games room and secure rear garden, Meadway House offers beach holidays with days out in Snowdonia. Pets welcome.

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Double-fronted stone exterior of a Cornish cottage with bay windows and a terrace for outdoor dining.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

Rosevean House is a magnificent coastal cottage in the UNESCO World Heritage village of St Agnes. This pet-friendly cottage is only a short distance away from the beautiful Cornish coast and boasts a luxurious and stylish interior. In addition to this, it features spacious grounds complete with multiple areas for entertaining, as well as a games room, cinema room, and a cosy log fire.

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Exterior of a long brick-built barn conversion with a patio with table seating for 14.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
7

If you are looking for a memorable and truly luxurious holiday experience, look no further than The Shakespeare Lodge. Nestled in an elevated position near Stratford-upon-Avon, this beautiful rural cottage offers breathtaking countryside views that will take your breath away. With its elegant interior featuring exposed beams, sophisticated dining room, spacious grounds, and multiple entertaining spaces, The Shakespeare Lodge is the perfect place to create happy holiday memories with family and friends. So why wait? Book your stay at The Shakespeare Lodge today and get ready to experience the best of Shakespeare country in style!

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Sleeps
78
Bedrooms
39

Large Thatched Somerset Longhouse and eleven attractive cottages sleeping 2,2,3,4,4,4,4,5,10/12,12, 16/18 in 1-8 bedrooms near Dunster and Minehead in The Exmoor National Park. Facilities at Duddings Country Cottages include:

* Indoor pool

* spa bath

* games room

* tennis court

* trampoline

* play centre

* families and dogs welcome.

* VisitEngland 4-star.

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Aa largendouble-fronted, 33-storey detached house overlooks  a spacious garden with an octagonal summerhouse
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

Broad Meadows Farmhouse is a stunning rural cottage in the Queen Anne style dating back to the 1690s. The pet-friendly cottage is located in Bayton, Worcestershire, and sits on well-maintained grounds with multiple outdoor entertaining areas. The property boasts a hot tub, a treehouse, stunning views, a fire pit, elegance, and a wood burner.

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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.