
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.
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- Sleeps
- 16
- Bedrooms
- 8
Babbacombe Hall is a large detached Victorian Villa sitting just moments from the coast in Babbacombe. The spacious Torbay coastal cottage offers sophistication in rooms with high ceilings & bay windows, as well as a beautiful garden ideal for socialising, plus a hot tub, a balcony, a games room and a pleasant sea breeze.

- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 4
Explore this spacious South Devon retreat at 4 Coastguards Cottage, a large holiday home in Hope Cove. Nestled in the village of Inner Hope, this family-friendly holiday let has four bedrooms, a welcoming sitting room, and outdoor spaces. Just 1/3 mile from Hope Cove, it offers easy access to two nearby beaches, making it an ideal base for seaside adventures. Discover the charm of this converted coastguard cottage, ensuring a memorable and comfortable stay for the whole family.

- Sleeps
- 22
- Bedrooms
- 10
Lowe Farmhouse is a large Holiday Cottage near Hereford located on a 230-acre farm in the Herefordshire countryside. It sleeps 22 in 10 bedrooms with ample communal areas, two well-equipped kitchens, a large dining room, and a games room. It's stunningly rural but not isolated - it's just a ten-minute walk to the local village and pub.

- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 4
Nestled on the edge of Banff Bay, 15 Waters Edge is more than just a holiday cottage – it's a fantastic detached property in a prime waterside location perfect for your next unforgettable getaway with family or friends. This large waterside holiday cottage sleeping 8 has all the charm and amenities you need to make your trip truly special, all within the enchanting Mory Firth coastal town of Banff.

- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 4
Located next to a stream in the village of Cark in Cartmel, 14 Low Row is a charming holiday cottage in the Lake District. This pet-friendly accommodation in Cumbria provides easy access to all the local attractions. It offers modern amenities, several outdoor relaxation areas, exposed wooden beams, and a comfortable wood burner for a cosy stay.

- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 4
The Old Methodist Chapel is a sophisticated conversion of the old chapel in Rosedale Abbey. Set amid the North York Moors and Coast, the cottage features tall arched windows, exposed timbers, stripped pine doors, a cast iron and marble fireplace, a furnished sunny patio, and an open fire.

- Sleeps
- 12
- Bedrooms
- 6
The North East Coast of Scotland is adored for its scenic coastal walks all year round. 1 Seafield Street is a large holiday cottage in Cullen, a historic coastal town on the Murray Firth, sleeping up to ten adults and two children in spacious, well-equipped accommodation. One well-behaved pet is welcome.

- Sleeps
- 10
- Bedrooms
- 5
Set on the edge of the pretty village of Crantock on the North Cornwall coast, Talland Croft is a large and charming 5-bedroom house that sleeps 10. The dog-friendly house is a short walk across dunes to a Crantock or an even shorter walk into the heart of Crantock, with good pubs and local shops.

- Sleeps
- 12
- Bedrooms
- 5
Blaensilltyn Farmhouse in the Ceredigion Countryside is a large, detached, pet-friendly farmhouse near Newcastle Emlyn. Located on a working farm, this spacious and well-equipped holiday home with a hot tub in West Wales sleeps 12 in 5 bedrooms and lies within easy reach of the coast.