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Rosemore Grange,
Whitbourne, Worcestershire, England
sleeps 26
11 bedrooms
6 bathrooms
2 dogs 
family friendly
Large country house with 11 bedrooms and many fine features, nestled in pleasant private gardens by glorious unspoilt countryside, within easy reach of Worcester, Hereford, Cheltenham and the Malvern Hills, ideal for large family or group getaways, parties, special celebrations and special holidays.
Beaford Country House,
Great Torrington, Devon, England
sleeps 23
9 bedrooms
9 bathrooms
3 dogs
family friendly
Situated by the river valley of Torridge, this large country house has 9 bedrooms, beautiful gardens, an outdoor swimming pool and a private hot tub and has plenty to recommend it for hen parties, stag parties, special holidays and even weddings.
The Owlery, romantic couples' cottage,
Dartmouth, Devon, England
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
No pets
A detached stone holiday cottage for two with a cosy woodburner, a Jacuzzi bath and a private garden with pretty views over the valley and orchard, perfect for romantic breaks and set in twenty acres of conservation valley and woodlands.
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Swallow's Orchard,
West Bradley, Somerset, England
sleeps 6
3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
A unique and contemporary detached holiday home nestled next to an old apple orchard with a truly tranquil setting in Somerset amidst nature and countryside with a private hot tub and shared use of an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and gym.
The Turbine House,
Lochgilphead, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
2 dogs Lovely romantic retreat, an ideal base for discovering just what makes this part of Argyll and Bute so very special.
Tamarack Lodge,
Fyfett, Somerset, England
sleeps 15
5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
4 dogs 
accessible
High quality 3 bedroom log cabin situated on a farm close to the Blackdown Hills with gorgeous views of the Yarty Valley.
Monnington House and Garden Cottage,
Monnington on Wye, Herefordshire, England
sleeps 18
9 bedrooms
9 bathrooms
3 dogs
family friendly
This fantastic 5 star rated large holiday home and adjoining cottage together sleep up to 18 in style and comfort and benefit from a setting within an area of outstanding natural beauty near to the Brecon Beacons and River Wye, with its games room and table tennis room, this property is ideal for special celebrations and for large group getaways.
Rock Farm,
Taunton, Somerset, England
sleeps 14
7 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Beautiful thatched self-catering farmhouse with a total of 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms (with 4 bedrooms in the main house and 3 in the annexe) sleeping up to 14 offering stylish and luxurious accommodation combined with beautiful original features, with a fantastic 8 seater private hot tub with wonderful countryside views and a games room, fabulous holiday home for families and groups of friends looking to enjoy a special holiday in the West Country.
The Cotswold Manor Court with Hot Tub,
Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
sleeps 23
10 bedrooms
7 bathrooms
6 dogs
family friendly
Stylish sleeps 24 large group barn conversion with private hot tub and access to onsite games room with pool table, table football, air hockey, and table tennis, just outside the Cotswolds.
Apple Loft at Twistgates Farm Cottages,
Honiton, Devon, England
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
No pets
Apple Loft is a stylish romantic holiday home, perfect for 2 with wonderful tree top views of the Devonshire Hills and a lovely location amongst gorgeous countryside at Twistgates Farm, just 30 minutes’ drive from the Jurassic Coast.
River Bank Cottage,
Whitby, North Yorkshire, England
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
No pets
family friendly
Escape for a romantic break or tranquil holiday in this delightful 2 bedroom holiday home, with a riverside garden this is a great place for a fishing break or take it easy holiday in Whitby and is conveniently close to the North York Moors National Park and the North Yorkshire Coast.
Luxury House, 5* Gold rated,sleeps 10+1 with a large garden, downstairs bedroom and wet room, and a shared games room,
Checkley, Herefordshire, England
sleeps 11
5 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
2 dogs
accessible
Superb high quality 5 bedroom holiday house with luxurious interior and games room with pool table and table tennis just 15 minutes’ drive from the beautiful town of Hereford (three of the five bedrooms have ensuite facilities and one of these ensuite bedrooms is on the ground floor and may suit a couple who want to avoid stairs).
Blackdown Cottage,
Burwash, East Sussex, England
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
No pets
family friendly
Escape on an idyllic rural retreat break to this beautiful 2 bedroom country cottage nestled by woodlands, gardens and lakes in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to fascinating historical castles and National Trust properties and just half an hour's drive from Royal Tunbridge Wells and only 40 minutes' drive from Brighton.
Glenacres,
Chideock , Dorset, England
sleeps 12
5 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Beautifully furnished family-friendly holiday cottage with an outside heated swimming pool, extensive gardens, plus a trampoline and table-tennis, just 100 metres walk from the beach at Seatown.
Langford Valley Barn,
Dorchester, Dorset, England
sleeps 8
4 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Newly available is this stunning 4 bedroom barn conversion set by the unspoilt Dorset Downs, enjoy a luxury country holiday, just half an hour's drive from the beautiful Jurassic coastline.
The Barn at RyePark House,
Barnstaple, Devon, England
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
No pets
Beautiful 1 bedroom barn conversion with warm bubbly private hot tub, perfect for a couple and in an idyllic setting nestled next to fields and farmlands in North Devon, just outside of Exmoor National Park and only half an hour's drive from the coast.
Smokeham Farm,
West Bagborough, Somerset, England
sleeps 20
9 bedrooms
9 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Fantastic large holiday house for groups of up to 20 friends or family, complete with games room, warm bubbly private hot tub, luxurious interior and countryside views, set in the Quantock Hills just 20 minutes' drive from the coast.
Myrtle House Old Farmhouse and Annexe,
Ilminster, Somerset, England
sleeps 11
5 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
4 Bedroom Holiday Farmhouse and 1 Bedroom Annexe, sleeping from 7 to 11 people in homely comfortable accommodation, special access features include a stair-lift in the Farmhouse and wheelchair-wide doorways at the Annexe.
Foxhill Lodge,
Blackborough, Devon, England
sleeps 10
5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Looking for a 5 bedroom holiday home in Devon with the wow factor? Stylish and beautifully decorated with the added bonus of an outdoor swimming pool, a private hot tub, a children's play area with swings, slide and climbing area, views out over the Blackdown Hills, plus an outdoor BBQ lodge, Foxhill Lodge sleeps up to 8 people and is bound to impress.
Northolme Hall,
Wainfleet All Saints, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps 21
11 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Impressive 8 bedroom Lincolnshire country house set amongst beautiful gardens near Skegness and the Lincolnshire Wolds, plus a 3 bedroom Elizabethan cottage to rent, with an indoor swimming pool on site, a games room as well an outdoor tennis court, Northolme Hall is ideal for big groups of friends or family and could be the perfect place to rent for big family get-togethers or special celebrations such as anniversary or birthday parties (well behaved hen parties welcome by arrangement).
Higher Burrow Farmhouse,
Kingsbury Episcopi, Somerset, England
sleeps 17
7 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
1 dog
family friendly
Large 7 bedroom country house with the wow-factor in Somerset, enjoy country views and luxurious spacious accommodation with a country twist, as well as a beautiful garden and 2 private hot tubs outdoors, just 18 miles from Glastonbury.
Garth Country House,
Llanidloes, Powys, Wales
sleeps 16
6 bedrooms
6 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Large country house in Powys with 6 en-suite bedrooms and a private garden, ideal for family holidays, getaways with friends and special celebrations such as weddings.
Rhydd Holiday Barn,
Malvern, Worcestershire, England
sleeps 2
1 bedroom
2 bathrooms
No pets
4 star Gold Award winning barn conversion near Malvern with stunning views out to the Malvern Hills.
Forest House,
Coleford, Gloucestershire, England
sleeps 26
11 bedrooms
11 bathrooms
3 dogs
family friendly
Large group holiday house on edge of Forest of Dean and close to the Wye Valley, complete with 11 bedrooms, hot tub, bar and large sociable living spaces.
The Fishing Lodge,
Sydling St Nicholas, Dorset, England
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
No pets
family friendly
Idyllic 2 bedroom hideaway set by Sydling Brook and Langford Lake within Dorset's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, relax and unwind in this tranquil setting or enjoy fishing on site.
Little Cheriton House,
South Cheriton, Somerset, England
sleeps 18
7 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Stylish and impressive 7 bedroom manor house with stunning country views, private outdoor hot tub and spacious elegant accommodation, half an hour's drive from Yeovil.
Portman House,
Pylle, Somerset, England
sleeps 16
8 bedrooms
6 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Large 8 bedroom country house with warm bubbly outdoor hot tub and rural setting, just 11 miles from Glastonbury.
The Shooting lodge, Wrackleford Estate,
Stratton, Dorset, England
sleeps 8
4 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
An ideal country retreat, this holiday lodge enjoys a fantastic rural setting high within the Dorset Downs and offers characterful accommodation along with fishing on the River Frome nearby.
James's Parlour with exclusive use of shared Indoor Swimming Pool, Sports Court & Play Area,
Whitchurch, Shropshire, England
sleeps 12
5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Stylish roomy 5 bedroom 3 bathroom barn conversion in rural Shropshire near Whitchurch, with access to excellent onsite leisure facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, a sports court and a play area for toddlers.
online booking
Langford Valley Stables,
Dorchester, Dorset, England
sleeps 6
3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Langford Valley Stables has recently be converted from a flint and brick barn to create a luxury 3 bed self catering property.
Hillside Croft,
Biggin, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England
sleeps 16
5 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
5 bedroom large holiday house with private hot tub, set on edge of Peak District National Park, close to both Ashbourne and Carsington Water.
Greens Norton House,
Towcester, Northamptonshire, England
sleeps 25
12 bedrooms
7 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Spacious 10 bedroom no pets farmhouse rental, complete with bubbly hot tub, games room and generous grounds with children’s play area, near Towcester and Silverstone.
North Meadow Cottage,
Mendham, Harleston, Norfolk, England
sleeps 8
4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
No pets
family friendly
Unique 5 star rated gold award winning waterside holiday home in Norfolk, set next to a pond and close to the riverside, with onsite boating and shared use of gym and games room, just 30 minutes' drive from the Norfolk Broads.
Clusters Chapel,
Belper, Derbyshire, England
sleeps 20
8 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
3 dogs
family friendly
Unique 8 bedroom self-catering chapel in Belper, ideal for groups of friends and family, with a sauna suite for relaxation and close to the Peak District National Park.
The Stable, Old Barn Cottages,
Great Sturton, Lincolnshire, England
sleeps 5
3 bedrooms
1 bathroom
3 dogs 
cat friendly
Spacious 3 bedroom pet-friendly holiday barn to rent, next to the Lincolnshire Wolds and only around 40 minutes' drive from the coast.
Buttercup Cottage, Bolberry Farm Cottages,
Bolberry, Devon, England
sleeps 4
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
unlimited dogs
cat friendly
Charming 2 bedroom pet-friendly barn conversion with own garden, set next to tranquil countryside, just 4 miles from Salcombe and Salcombe North Sands beach.
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The Farmhouse, Grove Farm,
Halesworth, Suffolk, England
sleeps 13
6 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
6 bedroom country house with idyllic views, a games room with pool, table tennis and table football, just 10 miles from Southwold.
Alfred's Barn, Grove Farm,
Halesworth, Suffolk, England
sleeps 8
4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Stylish 4 bedroom barn conversion with games room nestled in scenic Suffolk countryside near Southwold and the coast.
Hagg Hill Hall,
Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England
sleeps 22
8 bedrooms
6 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
8 bedroom country house with private swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, beautiful gardens and a BBQ lodge close to Matlock and the Peak District National Park, pet-friendly with 2 dogs welcome.
Turpins Cottage,
Belper, Derbyshire, England
sleeps 20
9 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
2 dogs
family friendly
Sleeps 20, 9 Bedroom Rural Holiday House with Games Room with Pool Table, near Belper and the Peak District Turpins cottage could be a stunning location for your next holiday, situated on a pretty farm setting, where you can escape from busy city or town life with your friends and family.
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