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Self-catering accommodation for hen and stag party weekends

If you're looking for self-catering accommodation for hen or stag weekend parties, the following houses and cottages specialise in accommodation for party weekends. Many of these are large houses set in their own grounds so that you may make as much noise as you like without disturbing the neighbours. Please click on the image for details of the accommodation.

Accommodation in England

Cornwall Northcott Farmhouse

Northcott Farmhouse is a nine bedroom farmhouse full of individual character and traditional style. It boasts an enviable location, set in the heart of the Trewin family’s 400 acre estate. Northcott gazes out across farmland, down a small valley to the stunning North Cornwall coastline. A leisurely stroll along a private lane leads you down to Northcott Mouth beach. You will find this Georgian period farmhouse wonderfully secluded and together with the option to book a private catering service it can make the perfect venue for celebrations, reunions and house parties. Large Farmhouse with 9 bedrooms, secluded location, walking distance to beach. Perfect for group gatherings, large gardens, gamesroom, Sky Sports Package, WiFi, Hen & Stag groups welcome. Shared use of heated swimming pool 4 miles away.

holiday cottages  01288 361 494 /489 eves , 0781 359 4056
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Cumbria Eskmeals House

CLICK TO VISIT OUR WEBSITECLICK TO VIEW PRICES AND AVAILABILITYEskmeals House is a charming Georgian detached residence set in its own grounds, consisting of natural grounds, a walled garden and woodland, which is approximately seven acres in total. The house is close to the Irish Sea and lengthy beach (3/4 mile) and surrounded by rich pastureland with spectacular views of the Lakeland Fells and hills. The house is ideal for hen & stag parties, celebrations, business functions, weekend breaks, groups or families wishing to enjoy the space and ambiance of a large residence. The house is full of character with large rooms containing working Georgian open fires and stoves for cosy evenings. Sleeping up to 21 people with 9 bedrooms and situated within 7 acres of it`s own private grounds, there is surely nowhere better suited for families, parties, stag events and hen parties, birthday parties, anniversaries, weekend breaks in a big cottages rural retreat. Eskmeals House is a large country house full of charm and character, situated in the Lake District National Park near the sea and mountains. Sleeping up to 21 people with 9 bedrooms, drawing room, dining room, banqueting room, morning room, games room, walled garden. We welcome Stag and Hen Parties and is good value. A rural retreat, secluded big cottages, open fires for weekend breaks.

holiday cottages  01229 717151 , 07733 085093
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Cumbria Lingmell House - Lower Gale

A modern and luxurious detached 3 bedroom Ambleside self catering holiday home with fabulous  balcony views of surrounding fells and pool/spa/gardens. Sky TV-all included!  Perfect base for enjoying the Lake District.The facilities include:adjacent heated indoor swimming pool (10m x 6m) Tots pool (4m x 3m + shallow)JacuzziSaunaSteam RoomSun Bed Lingmell House in Ambleside is a perfect base for enjoying the Lake District. Fabulous Wonderful views from the balcony of the surrounding fells. Facilities include use of heated indoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna situated adjacent to the property. Sleeps from 2 to 6 in 3 bedrooms. Excellent holiday cottage for families and small groups of friends. Also suitable for small hen parties.

holiday cottages  01132256945 , 07793750971
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Derbyshire Hillside Croft and Billys Bothy

  Billy's Bothy is a beautiful 5 star silver and gold award country cottage providing visitors with a quality self catering cottage near the Peak District. Located in a quiet and peaceful rural setting within 10 acres of grounds of our grade II listed farmhouse, 2 miles from the pretty historic market town of Ashbourne.This lovely cottage is built of old handmade red bricks with an abundance of pine beams and revealed brick walls throughout. The ground floor windows are a pretty feature with elegantly curved arches over old sty openings. This unusual self catering cottage has 2 ground floor double bedrooms and 1 twin bedroom all en-suite. The floors have underfloor heating and heated towel rails keeping them snug all year around. On the first floor are two more double bedrooms one with en-suite shower and the other with an en suite bathroom. The total sleeping capacity is for 10 in actual full size beds. The lounge has a double quality bed settee, with private entrance to shared en-suite bathroom. Two fold up Z beds can be supplied giving a total sleeping capacity of 10+ 4 + 2 travel cots. An extra 6th ensuite bedroom can be hired which adjoins the cottage, this room also has a TV, cinema screen and sauna.The main entrance is on the ground floor in the centre of the house with feature stairs leading up to a magnificent galleried kitchen. The oak staircase and oak front door and surround make a wonderful feature to the cottage entrance and can be viewed from almost all rooms within the cottage. The farmhouse style kitchen furnished with hand made pine units with granite worktops is extremely well equipped and a pleasure to use. The spacious lounge with cosy log stove is on the 1st floor and opens out through a magnificent oak framed entrance onto a patio with cottage garden and well stocked orchard. Patio furniture and BBQ are provided for your relaxation and entertainment. The lounge has 4 comfortable quality settees giving ample seating for all guests. A TV with freeview is provided for your enjoyment with Video and DVD, a Hi Fi is also provided .   The dining room is a delight for those intimate meals with friends and family, our large dining table will comfortably seat all guests. The furniture is all hand made in old pine to compliment our period cottage. A high chair is provided. For those of you wanting a little pampering, meals can be arranged on request. Massage or nail treatments are also available. Two 5 star gold and silver award, 5 bedroom country cottages located in private pastureland close to the Peak District. Ideal central location for all attractions. Perfect venue for large groups, families, hen parties, birthdays, aniverseries. Corporate facilities. WiFi Broadband Internet. Pampering or meals avilable by arrangement. Secure paddocks for horses by arrangement. Garden with BBQ.

holiday cottages  +44(0)1335 344795 , 0780 8899493
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Derbyshire 'THE GREEN' - near Sheffield/Buxton/Chesterfield)

SLEEPS 18. FEATURES INDOOR HEATED SWIMMING POOL. Located 12 miles west of Sheffield in the delightful Derbyshire village of Hope, The Green is large detached self-catering house, ideal for groups looking for the ultimate weekend retreat - or party palace. This is no cottage - the house is as huge as it is luxurious. Your first impression is one of grandeur as you drive through the wrought-iron gates up the wide sweeping drive and park beside the splendid 3-metre high ornamental fountain. Step from the car and enjoy the view - you'll look out over trees across the beautiful Hope Valley, with the distinctive church spire in the distance. Although there is not a neighbour in sight, you're just a 2-minute walk from village shops, restaurants and pubs. Sleeping 14 - 18 guests in 7 twin/double/quad bedrooms, with 4 bathrooms, The Green offers superb quality self-catering accommodation where everyone can eat around the same large table which seats 18. Featuring an indoor swimming pool, The Green is an ideal base for reunions, birthday celebrations and hen party weekends. We can even arrange a celebratory evening meal with Angela & Linda's Dinner Party Service. Additionally, we offer Massage, Spa and Beauty therapies through our associates who can visit the house at your request. We specialise in LARGE GROUP weekends (3 nights, arriving Friday - although you can start on a Thursday.SHEFFIELD NIGHTCLUBS ONLY 20 MINUTE DRIVE. Minibus service available.***BEFORE TELEPHONING US FOR AVAILABILITY PLEASE FIRST VISIT OUR MAIN WEBSITE: www.peakweekends.com  where you will find GUARANTEED up-to-date availability and prices. You can also book online! *** PRIVATE INDOOR HEATED SWIMMING POOL.

Spectacular COUNTRY HOUSE ideal for large groups up to 18. Dining room seats 18. Located edge of village - quiet and unoverlooked, gated drive! The ultimate party palace for family and friends reunited: also well-behaved hen parties and stag groups welcome!

Perfect CENTRAL LOCATION from all parts of UK: 2.5 hour drive from London, 1 hour Manchester, 20 minutes Sheffield

Activities nearby: Peak District walks straight from the door, golf, clay shooting, climbing, go-carts + quad bikes, GO-APE Adventure

Excellent Indian & chinese in village

SHEFFIELD NIGHTCLUBS 20 minute drive - minibus service available

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holiday cottages  01298 871004 , 
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Derbyshire Courtyard Barn, Tideswell (near Sheffield/Buxton/Chesterfield)

SLEEPS up to 20 in spacious 8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms with splendid OUTDOOR HOT TUB in use all year, DINING ROOM SEATS UP TO 20! Luxury 'party place' CENTRALLY LOCATED in the Derbyshire Peak District, we are just a 3 hour drive from London, 1.5 hours from Liverpool and 5 hours from Glasgow. Well-behaved HEN AND STAG GROUPS WELCOME. The main feature inside is the impressive oak-beamed 'cathedral-ceiling' living room, complete with 400 year old 7-ft high fireplace, rescued from an old monastery. Outside, there are 2 patios, a barbeque area, gardens, 1 acre of paddock plus an outdoor seater hot-tub whirlpool spa. LOCAL PUBS 3 MINUTES WALK - GOOD FOOD AND A WARM WELCOME!*** SHEFIELD NIGHTCLUBS ONLY 25 MINUTE DRIVE - minibus service available ****** VISITING CATERING SERVICE ****** VISITING SPA THERAPIES - LADIES PAMPER PARTY!****** EASY TESCO DELIVERIES STRAIGHT TO DOOR - NO MUDDY TRACKS TO NEGOTIATE!*** ***BEFORE TELEPHONING US FOR AVAILABILITY PLEASE FIRST VISIT OUR MAIN WEBSITE: www.peakweekends.com   where you will find GUARANTEED up-to-date availability and prices. You can also book online! *** SLEEPS 20. FEATURES OUTDOOR HOT TUB (Great fun in cold weather!) All eat around same huge dining table. GREAT PUBS NEARBY! Courtyard Barn is a spacious 8 bedroom, 4 bathroom barn conversion on the outskirts of Tideswell village in the Peak District. It is set back from the road adjacent to the original farmhouse and pretty terrace of miners' cottages. The main feature inside is the impressive oak-beamed 'cathedral-ceiling' living room, complete with 400 year old fireplace, rescued from an old monastery. Outside, there are 2 patios, a barbeque area, gardens, 1 acre of paddock plus an outdoor 6-seater hot-tub whirlpool spa. Perfect house for FAMILY /FRIENDS REUNION, and well-behaved hen parties and stage parties. Click on photo for more information.

holiday cottages  01298 871004 , 
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Derbyshire Hulmes Vale Farm Holiday Cottages

The Holmes Barn and Hulmes Vale House offer quality self catering accommodation holidays near Buxton, Derbyshire in the heart of the Peak District National Park. Especially popular with large groups, reunion and celebration parties, hen and stag parties are welcome. Surrounded by approx 10 acres of their own grounds, with stunning views. The Barn and House have been completely redeveloped to the highest standard and specification to assure the maximum comfort for guests throughout their stay. The accommodation is a traditional Derbyshire Stone Long House and each cottage can sleep 16/17 guests in a variety of bed arrangements consisting of single beds, adult bunk beds and bed settees. We are situated just off the A623 near the spa town of Buxton, and conveniently located to enable guests to visit many of Derbyshire’s attractions including Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, Bakewell, Castleton with its many caves and much, much more. The nearest villages of Tideswell and Bradwell are approx 10 mins drive away and offer all facilities and many public houses for dining out opportunities. The market town of Chesterfield and the city of Sheffield are also within an hours drive. The accommodation can easily sleep 15/16 guests in our newly developed and completely refurbished barn. Quality holiday cottages each sleeping 16/17 guests. Up to 2 dogs welcome by arrangement. Ideal for birthday celebrations, reunions, hen parties and stag parties. Mid week dates available for small groups please ring for details. Weekend lets are a speciality. Set in the middle of the Peak District, in a rural location with stunning views.

holiday cottages  01298 873098 , 0779 0877820
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Derbyshire The Alders

Large six-bedroomed detached cottage makes a perfect place for a relaxing family holiday with Dogs and Horses. Encircled on three sides by its own six acres of countryside, with a large bubbling brook (complete with fishing rights) adjacent. Download a .pdf brochure with several photographs of the house. A 5 star, large 6 bed roomed (sleeps 14 + cot) cottage, safe for dogs - up to 5 dogs allowed, with paddocks and stables (so bring your horses) and fishing rights, close to Alton Towers, on the Derbyshire/Staffordshire Border. Hen parties welcome,Holistic Beauty Therapist avaiable for home visits.

holiday cottages  01889 591188  ,  0779 1379 281
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Derbyshire Thornleigh

Luxury newly renovated Victorian property right in the heart of Matlock. We have redesigned and restructured the property so it is an ideal property for groups of friends, walking and cycling holidays, large families and special occasions such as stag and hen parties.We have a luxury hot tub with massage water jets and music in our enclosed garden and a sauna which makes a break with us  a truly relaxing experience. The accommodation is spacious over 4 floors with games room in the basement featuring sauna, pool/table tennis table and old-fashioned tabletop skittles. Sky TV and Wi-fi available on site. Luxury newly renovated Victorian property right in the heart of Matlock. Ideal property for groups of friends, walking and cycling holidays, and families. Sleeps up to 13 in 6 bedrooms with 4 ensuite plus family bathroom. Kingsize bed. Ground floor bedroom. Hot tub, sauna, games room and parking for 3 cars on-site. Hen and Stag parties most welcome.

holiday cottages  01629 581217 , 07747116882
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Devon Windover Farm Cottage

 Christmas and New Year weeks still available was £800 and now £600 per week (£500 short break) Tree and cake provided!!A gorgeous Devonshire cottage offering clean and luxurious accommodation for 4 people - a perfect rural retreat for families and couples. The accommodation itself is first class and outside there is a huge garden. In the summer sit and read on the elevated patio, listen to the wildlife or just soak up the unspoilt views over the traditional farmland to Dunkeswell Abbey. Under the apple tree live three lovely hens who will keep you in fresh eggs during your stay. A freshly backed Victoria sponge cake (made with our own fresh, free-range hen eggs or, when in season, goose eggs), a pack of our own sausages and pot of home-made jam or marmalade will be left for you along with tea, coffee, sugar and a jug of milk.  In the winter-time snuggle up with a glass of wine in front of the log burner set in the inglenook fireplace or watch the garden birds and woodpeckers on the feeders scattered around the garden.The cottage's central position near the Devon/Somerset border allows easy access to the beach and the westcountry's attractions.The owners pride themselves on offering wonderful accommodation in a beautiful setting and making their guests feel thoroughly welcome during their stay. You'll love everything about Windover Farm Cottage and want to come back again and again! A gorgeous Devonshire cottage offering clean and luxurious accommodation for 4 people - a perfect rural retreat for families and couples. Available for Christmas and the New Year 2009. The accommodation itself is first class and outside there is a huge garden. In the summer sit and read on the elevated patio, listen to the wildlife or just soak up the unspoilt views over the traditional farmland to Dunkeswell Abbey. Under the apple tree live three lovely hens who will keep you in fresh eggs during your stay. A freshly backed Victoria sponge cake (made with our own fresh, free-range hen eggs or, when in season, goose eggs), a pack of our own sausages and pot of home-made jam or marmalade will be left for you along with tea, coffee, sugar and a jug of milk. In the winter-time snuggle up with a glass of wine in front of the log burner set in the inglenook fireplace or watch the garden birds and woodpeckers on the feeders scattered around the garden. The cottage's central position near the Devon/Somerset border allows easy access to the beach and the westcountry's attractions. The owners pride themselves on offering wonderful accommodation in a beautiful setting and making their guests feel thoroughly welcome during their stay. You'll love everything about Windover Farm Cottage and want to come back again and again!

holiday cottages  01823 680 611 ,  07977 141 596
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Devon Clew Park, Smarts House, Poppys, Pockets

Robert and Mandy are proud to welcome you to their four luxurious, newly converted stone barns. Hembury Court is situated on their organic farm in East Devon, on the edge of the Blackdown Hills, five miles from the M5 and one mile from the famous thatched village of Broadhembury. Set in a tranquil location it is an ideal place to get away from it all, yet not far from the coast, Dartmoor and Exmoor. The four cottages are superbly converted barns providing everything you will need for a relaxing country break. The high quality of the fixtures and fittings ensure that your stay will be very comfortable. Discover four luxurious, 5 star rated, barn conversions, on an organic farm, near Honiton in Devon at Hembury Court. Set in a tranquil location, yet not far from the coast, Dartmoor and Exmoor, they offer the opportunity for a truly relaxing holiday. Facilities at Hembury Court include an eight seat hot tub with stunning views of the Devon countryside, a fitness suite, a gas barbecue with seating and veranda, sun loungers, large grassed lawns for croquet and games, and a large oak cruck barn with table tennis, table football and a room with a big table for communal dining or celebrations. Wireless Broadband internet access. Perfect high quality self-catering accommodation for family holidays or small groups. Hen parties welcome. New Year -exclusive use 17 people 5 nights £3680

holiday cottages  01404 841 444 , 
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Devon The Old Mill

This wonderful barn conversion combines character and charm with the comforts of modern life. Sympathetically restored, it is beautifully furnished to offer spacious and stylish holiday accommodation. Along with a large and attractive garden and exclusive use of an indoor heated swimming pool, it is ideal for families or large groups of up to 12 people. The Old Mill is situated in the tiny hamlet of Wellisford, deep in the Heart of Somerset Countryside. If it's a relaxing peaceful break you're after, the immediate area is great for ambient walks and also offers golf, fishing and horse riding. Surrounded by rolling hills and lush meadows, this is also an excellent base for exploring the wider area. The Exmoor National Park with its beautifull and varied scenery and the Magnificent Dunster Castle are only a few miles away. The charming little towns of Porlock and Lynton & Lynmouth along the west Somerset coast are easily reached, as are the inland county towns of Exeter and Taunton. The seaside resorts of Woolacombe and Exmouth make for good days out. Whilst Crealy Adventure Park, the West Somerset Railway and Paignton or Bristol Zoo make for excellent family fun. The Brendon, Blackdown and Quantock Hills are also accessible, offering some diverse countryside and pretty villages. PRIVATE INDOOR POOL

LUXURY 5 STAR ACCOMMODATION

SLEEPS 12 IN 6 BEDROOMS

IDEAL CELEBRATIONS, HEN PARTIES, LARGE FAMILIES

PAMPERING, CATERING AND ACTIVITIES

3 HOURS FROM LONDON



holiday cottages  01823 665500 , 
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Devon The Lynhurst

Lynhurst is an elegant late Victorian country house, arranged on 4 floors with great character. Lynhurst is an elegant secluded late Victorian country house with great character arranged on four floors that can accommodate up to 23 people. 8 bathrooms. Many pubs, restaurants and shops a few minutes walk away and a secluded sandy beach in Lynmouth. Great for party weekends, Hen parties, Stag parties, birthday celebrations, corporate groups, reunions. Wireless broadband available. Up to 5 dogs by arrangement.

holiday cottages  01598 753 757 , 07807 183 814 or 07592 870 929
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Devon Beaconside

Beaconside is a large estate which accommodates from 2 to 38 people. The Country House sleeps 18 and the 4 cottages sleep 6,6, 5 and 2 respectively. The properties offer superb self catering accommodation, combined with an abundance of leisure facilities, offers unprecedented relaxation time. Beaconside is a large estate which accommodates from 2 to 38 people. The Country House sleeps 18 and the 4 cottages sleep 6,6, 5 and 2 respectively. The properties offer superb self catering accommodation, combined with an abundance of leisure facilities, offers unprecedented relaxation time. Beaconside Country House plus it's 4 cottages lend themselves perfectly as a large party venue to rent for all those large family holidays and celebrations , hen parties and friends reunite group parties.

holiday cottages  01237 475118 , 07967670229
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Devon Fuzzy Orchard and Ham Bottom

Deep in the heart of Somerset, Fuzzy Orchard and Ham Bottom stand on their own within their own 3 acre clearings. They are both stylishly furnished and offer spacious accommodation for up to 12 people per property, 24 if booked together. Each with exclusive use of their own integral indoor heated swimming pool 10m x 5m, large sunken hot-tub and a sauna, they are the perfect escape from the hussle and bussle of everyday life, where you can gather with framily and friends for a celebration or simply to relax.

SLEEPS 12 OR 24 BOOKED TOGETHER

PRIVATE INDOOR POOL

SUNKEN HOT-TUB

SAUNA

6 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS

LARGE GAMES ROOM

CELEBRATIONS, HEN PARTIES, LARGE FAMILITES

3 HOURS FROM LONDON



holiday cottages  01823 665500 , 
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Devon Culmbridge House

In the small village of Hemyock, this spacious Victorian house is set within the grounds of Culmbridge Manor and offers excellent accommodation for upto 12 people The detached property benefits from the use of a large heated indoor swimming-pool (exclusive use available), as well as a games room within the house itself. Fully renovated and refurbished in 2007, it makes a relaxing home for two or three families wishing to holiday together or the ideal property for celebrations. PRIVATE INDOOR POOL

SLEEPS 12 IN 6 BEDROOMS

IDEAL CELEBRATIONS, HEN PARTIES, LARGE FAMILIES

PAMPERING, CATERING AND ACTIVITIES

3 HOURS FROM LONDON



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Devon Longbridge House

Eight miles from Lyme Regis, Longbridge House is a former 19th century coaching inn, which has been transformed into a fantastic, self-catering holiday house for big groups with children. It has the sort of heated indoor pool that will have the children reaching for their cossies before you’ve even unpacked the car. A large house in East Devon with 8 en-suite bedrooms, a kitchen with an Aga, a games room and a heated indoor swimming pool for exclusive use of guests. The house can sleep up to 19 adults, + 2 children beds + 2 cots . Perfect self-catering accommodation for get-togethers, reunions, hen parties and special occasions. WiFi Broadband Internet.

holiday cottages  01395 232 868 , 
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Dorset Middle Chine Manor

Middle Chine Manor is a luxurious large house situated close to the cliff top in Bournemouth. It sleeps 24-30 guests in 12 bedrooms and is perfect for a big weekend, family holiday or special occasion. It is eight minutes walk down to Middle Chine's sandy beach and the private beach hut, or fifteen minutes stroll along the promenade to Bournemouth pier and all the attractions of this lively resort. Middle Chine Manor is a luxurious large house situated close to the cliff top in Bournemouth. It sleeps 24-30 guests in 12 bedrooms and is perfect for a big weekend, family holiday or special occasion. Projection cinema room. Games Room with snooker table. Kingsize beds and en-suites in some bedrooms. Master bedroom has four poster bed. Balcony with sea views. It is eight minutes walk down to Middle Chine's sandy beach and the private beach hut, or fifteen minutes stroll along the promenade to Bournemouth pier and all the attractions of this lively resort. Hen parties, reunions and celebrations of all kinds most welcome.

holiday cottages  01386 700980  ,  Mob: 07870 200200
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Gloucestershire Thousand Acres

Thousand Acres is a lovely six bedrooms, four bathrooms manor house nestled in the Cotswold Hills. Its 9.3 acres include formal lawns, a croquet lawn, a Victorian walled garden, paddocks and woodland. The house itself has an indoor swimming pool, sauna and hot tub with gym equipment and a pool table whilst in the grounds there is the croquet lawn, tennis court, a children’s trampoline and swings and clay pigeon shooting by arrangement which is very local. Thousand Acres was once the home of Dame Joan Evans a respected author who described the house as “being compact, solid and with a good garden and wide views over all the vale of Severn to the hills of Wales”. It is a house designed for luxurious country living incorporating all modern facilities. It is perfect for family holidays, reunions or a special celebration break. Thousand Acres is a period, detached Cotswold stone house situated in 9 acres with far reaching views, indoor swimming pool for exclusive use of guests, sauna, indoor hot tub and tennis court. The property has been lovingly refurbished, with six bedrooms, two of which have four posters. The house can sleep up to 14 people, up to 20 for extra charges. Outside there is a croquet lawn and formal walled garden as well as a secluded well furnished patio with large gas barbecue and patio heaters. Inside there is a kitchen extensively equipped for the serious cook, a games room with pool table, formal drawing and dining rooms – the latter with a grand piano Little extras are the Bose sound system throughout the ground floor, fluffy towels and bathrobes and Cotswold Lavender toiletries. New to the market. Hen parties welcome.

holiday cottages  07831680206 , 
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Hampshire Belmont House

Beautiful Georgian House nestling in the rolling North Hampshire countryside. Just 1 hour outside of London but enjoying the tranquility of the country. Lovely local pubs & restaurants. Great activites closeby including clay pigeon shooting, paintballing or simply wonderful walks. Stunning Georgian House in Ropley near Winchester, Hampshire. Spacious and comfortable. 5 double bedrooms to sleep 10. Open fire in the sitting room. 4 acre grounds. BBQ. Hen parties welcome. Only 1 hour from London. Availability for half-term and New Year.

holiday cottages  07801 709287 ,  07801 709287
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Herefordshire Olde Rectory

If you have tired of smart city hotel breaks with restricted meal times and limited privacy, this is the perfect solution. Here you’ll find the comfort and luxury of a boutique hotel together with the space and privacy of home (without the doorbell!!)You may prefer to shop, cook and clean for yourself but you could forget the fuss of self-catering with our five star concierge service, primed to fill your fridge with mouth-watering local food, chill champagne for your arrival, arrange a maid to clean up for you when you leave and lots more besides. Everything has been designed to help you make the most of your precious time so that you can finally have that long-awaited ‘duvet day’, eat dinner in your pyjamas or sit and watch the stars in your bikini at midnight – whatever you want to find time to enjoy.The Rectory’s six luxury holiday cottages offer a perfect combination of chic boutique boltholes for two, cottages for families and party houses for group accommodation whether for weekend breaks, midweek escapes or long, lazy vacations. Discover six of the most delightful and elegant luxury cottages in a conservation area in the heart of the pretty village of Whitbourne. The Rectory's 16th century barn and coach houses have been thoughtfully converted to provide six stylish and unique properties, each with their own private courtyard garden, BBQ, and feature lighting. The romantic cottages vary in size from accommodating 2-10. These are truly superb, with every comfort considered. Please click on the cottage photograph for details. Hen Parties and girly groups most welcome. Availability for Christmas. Availability for New Year.

holiday cottages  01886 82 2000 , 
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Herefordshire Lemore Manor

Steeped in history and tucked away in the beautiful county of Herefordshire, Lemore Manor is the perfect location for any event, be it a wedding, a corporate break, house party, family reunion or just an excuse to get away from it all. Having recently been restored and modernised to a very high standard, this superb stone built property will take your breath away from the initial approach along the long driveway, to the sweeping entrance and imposing yet welcoming frontage. Surrounded by manicured lawns and gardens, fields, a lake, woodland and country walks, the property and grounds are the ideal location for a relaxing and fun-filled rural break.

Large country house sleeping 30-38 people, ideal venue for corporate/business breaks, celebrations, weddings, New Year, film shoots and holidays.  This grand manor is easily accessible from London, with lots of outdoor pursuits and full concierge service available, from catering, entertainment, visiting therapists,  team events and hen parties. 

In addition, there is a seperate coach house offering accommodation for 6-8 people if required.

Available for New Year bookings. Huge reductions in prices for the New Year. Lemore Manor, with accommodation for up to 38 people can now offer 4 nights to a week's stay from 30th December - 6th January 2010 for just £4000 that's 65% lower than the standard rate. A 50% saving could give you the best New Year ever.

holiday cottages  01885 490274 , 07747 600166
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Lancashire Barnacre Cottages

Barnacre Cottages are the first gold award winning, five-star, self-catering holiday cottages in Lancashire, north west England. Created from the old stone buildings of an 18th century farmhouse,  aspiring to the very highest standards of self-catering accommodation.

Barnacre Cottages won the North West Tourist Board Self-Catering Holiday of the Year. 

Gold Award in 2002, as well as an Excellence in England Silver Award in 2003.
 Barnacre Cottages are the first gold award winning, five-star, self-catering holiday cottages in Lancashire, north west England. Created from the old stone buildings of an 18th century farmhouse, aspiring to the very highest standards of self-catering accommodation. Barnacre Cottages won the North West Tourist Board Self-Catering Holiday of the Year Gold Award in 2002, as well as an Excellence in England Silver Award in 2003. Each cottage sleeps between 4 and 12 people. Family friendly. Hen parties welcome. King size beds. Mole End and Woodpecker cottages are specifically designed for the less mobile each with  groundfloor ensuite bedrooms. Mobility level 1.

holiday cottages  01995 600918 , 07791 974314
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Lincolnshire Gorse Lodge, Stubton

Gorse Lodge is a beautifully renovated country house in a tranquil setting surrounded by one hundred acres of our privately owned lakes and woodlands. Stay in Gorse Lodge, a beautifully renovated country house in a peaceful setting surrounded by one hundred acres of our privately owned lakes and woodlands. The lodge has six en-suite bedrooms, and large open fired sitting room opening out to the bar room, large main hall leading through to the farmhouse kitchen, landscaped gardens. Visitors staying at the lodge have the option of self-catering or full catering. Corporate events, weddings and celebrations, or Stag and Hen events welcome. Additional accommodation for the larger group is available nearby.

holiday cottages  01636 626 223 , 07711 775 276
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Nottinghamshire Gorse Lodge

Gorse Lodge is a beautifully renovated country house in a tranquil setting surrounded by one hundred acres of our privately owned lakes and woodlands.  Gorse Lodge is a beautifully renovated country house in a tranquil setting surrounded by one hundred acres of our privately owned lakes and woodlands. It has six en-suite bedrooms, and large open fired sitting room opening out to the bar room, large main hall leading through to the farmhouse kitchen, landscaped gardens. Visitors staying at the lodge have the option of self-catering or full catering. Corporate events, weddings, or Stag and Hen events welcome. Clay pigeon shooting available. Short breaks all year round. Availability for half-term and other school holidays.

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Oxfordshire The Old Manor House

Welcome to our fabulous, exclusive, organic Cotswold Country Estate. The Grade II listed, 17th Century Old Manor House is exquisitely set in the centre of its own sweeping parkland, pasture and woodland and is approached through cast-iron entrance gates, down a long, private, tree-lined carriage drive past streams and a beautiful wildlife pond. The estate lies within glorious, rolling Cotswold countryside yet is not isolated being only a short drive to the vibrant, historic, University City of Oxford and a delightful Cotswold Pub and Restaurant is just a short walk away. There are magnificent countryside views, wonderful walks and total privacy making the estate one of the premier holiday, weekend, corporate and wedding venues in The Cotswolds. The Old Manor House is very spacious and luxurious, full of charm and character and, at 5000sq ft with 9 Bedrooms and 6 Bathrooms, is ideal for gatherings of family, friends and colleagues and can be arranged to sleep up to 26 adults and children. There is a stunning under-floor heated conservatory and dining room seating 30, a charming, historic sitting room with a cosy log burning stove set in an inglenook fireplace and lots of quiet nooks and corners where you can escape to relax with a book or a magazine. Five of the bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, one with a fabulous Jacuzzi Bath, plus there is a family bathroom. The adjacent Christmas Cottage is available as an option and has 3 En-suite Bedrooms and can sleep up to 6 adults. Fabulous Cotswold Country Estate with a Gorgeous Old Manor House and Spa and sleeps up to 32 guests in 12 bedrooms. There are 9 bathrooms (8 en-suite) plus there is a superb Spa and Hot tub, Games Room and Event Barn. The estate is an ideal location for Family Holidays and Weekends, Birthday and Anniversary Parties, Hen and Stag Parties, Weddings and Corporate Events. A Gorgeous Cotswold Pub is a short walk, the Fabulous History and Wonderful Nightlife of the City of Oxford is only 10 minutes and London just 60 minutes. Complimentary Wireless Broadband internet access.

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Shropshire Bon Accueil

Luxury 5 star Gold Award Country house and Coach house with sole-use, indoor heated private swimming pool, spa and sauna set in 5 acres of rural meadowland.  Visit Britain Gold Award (2009/2010) for exceptional quality of accommodation and customer service, Heart of England Gold and Silver winner and England Silver winner for Excellence in Tourism. Whether you are planning a special weekend celebration for 14 or a week’s holiday with family and friends, Bon Accueil provides a perfect rendezvous.  With the space, luxury and facilities to fully enjoy your time together you can relax in the Shropshire countryside, explore the local area or arrange to have a hen party, pamper party, locally sourced buffet, personal chef or wine-tasting session in the comfort of the house. From Rayburn range to granite worktops; oak and marble flooring to Zoffany wallpapers; hand-painted indoor swimming pool to children's playground and trampoline; Bon Accueil attracts groups from across Britain and beyond.  Short breaks all year and Extended mid-week breaksWii & x-box room Children’s playground, 2 cots & highchairs Fuel & power included Table tennis & Trampoline, Table football Football area, Picnic areas Open fires in Main House Indoor pool & spa, Sauna Dishwasher,  Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer Grocery unpacking service Pamper party options Wine-tasting options, Catering options Rural privacy, Electric Gates, Roof-terrace, Parking   Relax, you're in Shropshire! Please consider booking early during 2010.  Our latest prices and availability can be viewed following the link below - we have some very attractive misweek prices. http://www.bonaccueil.co.uk/largegroups.htm Whether you are looking for a peaceful short break for 4 or for a great party venue for 14, Bon Accueil provides a central location for friends or family to be together, relax and enjoy themselves. Whatever the weather, guests can enjoy the Shropshire countryside and exclusive use of their own private, indoor swimming pool, spa and sauna. Do click on the photograph to explore thse superb award winning cottages in the Heart of England. Visit Ironbridge, Chester, Shrewsbury, Welsh Marches. Hen parties welcome. Luxury package available for Xmas and New Yr 2010/2011.

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Somerset Cholwell Hall

Elegant country house in gorgeous Mendip setting a few miles from Bath. Large groups of 15-22 (max27) people can take the whole house for a weekend house party. This gives a group use of the 9 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms and a super function room for special meal and party. Family gatherings, reunions, birthday celebrations and hen or stag groups are all welcome. Cholwell Hall Large Group Self Catering. Fine country house in gorgeous Mendip setting a few miles from Bath. We can accommodate groups from 15 - 22, max 27. Flexible dates too, weekend or longer. Family reunions, birthdays, hen or stag parties are all welcome. Luxury accommodation with large function room for your special meal and party. Details of caterers and local activities can be supplied. Availability for New Year.

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Somerset The Great House

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This is THE House for your own individual Country House Party.

The Great House itself is large, comfortable, cheerful and atmospheric with loads of character in a wonderful location on the edge of the village and is the perfect place to party with friends and family. The Great House is only 150 yards from the village centre with its church ,shop, post office and pub!

 

There are ten bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, two lounges, a large dining room, pool room, bar (sorry not stocked), games room with mezzanine, a large farmhouse kitchen, an additional small kitchen, all bundled with atmospheric panelling, beams and cosy inglenooks with woodburners. It is possible to accommodate up to 24 in all for a weekend party with family and friends.

The Great House is situated inside the Exmoor National Park and in the beautiful Avill valley, two miles from the heritage village of Dunster and 3 miles from the coast and four miles from Minehead - Somerset’s major holiday resort. Hen parties and stag parties welcome.



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Somerset Chelwood House

Chelwood House is a listed charming house near Bath, specialising in large group short breaks. Groups of 15-22 (max 27) can sleep comfortably in the 9 luxurious bedrooms, with possible use of adjacent cottage for even larger numbers. Chelwood House is a listed charming house near Bath, specialising in large group short breaks. Groups of 15-22 (max 27) can sleep comfortably in the 9 luxurious bedrooms, with possible use of adjacent cottage for even larger numbers. We take family gatherings, special birthday celebrations, reunions, Hen weekends and Stag weekends. You can book anything from 2 to 7 nights. Function room and games room.

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Somerset Willow and Bracken Lodges

Imagine living in a pretty country cottage overlooking a delightful valley with your own 35 acres of woodland. Now imagine the same thing with every 21st century luxury at your disposal. That's what David and Maria have created over the last seven years at the tiny hamlet of Stapley in the Blackdown Hills. A sweeping drive from the lane leads up to Willow and Bracken Lodges. The two lodges that David and Maria have built have wood clinker facades and slate roofs which blend in wonderfully with the landscape.Each lodge has five bedrooms and can sleep up to 12. Imagine that! You can accommodate up to 24 family or friends in one place!Go inside your house and there's old world charm but there's also hi-tech living. The superb oak-floored open-plan living area in each house is 25ft long by 19ft wide. There are wood burning stoves and feature fireplaces at one end of these rooms, with under floor heating throughout the ground floor.A wooden staircase leads to a mezzanine play area that overlooks the living room. Upstairs is entirely carpeted. Bedrooms all have televisions and views over the surrounding countryside. The main bedroom has a grand bathroom en-suite. There is a guest bathroom and guest shower room, too.The kitchen facilities will make large scale entertaining easy. Each house has a range cooker and integrated dishwasher and an integrated clothes washer/dryer. If you like, we can organise local caterers and Tescos' or Sainsburys can deliver your food for your arrival. SLEEPS 12- 24.

CELEBRATIONS, HEN PARTIES AND FAMILIES

HOT-TUBS

SET IN THEIR OWN 35 ACRES OF WOODLAND

3 HOURS FROM LONDON

Available for Christmas bookings week commencing Mon 21st December. Each lodge is available at the very special offer price of £1500 (usual price £2950 per week).



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Somerset Kingsland

Kingsland stands in its own grounds in the conservation village of Milverton which nestles between the Quantock Hills and the Brendon Hills. Kingsland provides extremely spacious accommodation including a spectacular Chalon breakfast/ kitchen room, drawing room, dining room that can sit up to 18 people, playroom/snug with large plasma TV and stereo surround sound system. Up stairs there are 5 large bedrooms, one en-suite, a further family bathroom and a shower room.Milverton is a thriving village with a well stocked local shop, two pubs (one with excellent food) and a post office. The village is only two miles from the small town of Wiveliscombe, with its open air swimming pool and international award-winning butcher and eight miles from Taunton with fast trains to London. The village is just six miles from the M5. The surrounding countryside is renowned for its walking and cycling and the beaches of Dunster and Blue Anchor are 30 minutes away. There are many historic houses and gardens in the area including Dunster Castle (NT), Cothay Manor and Hestercombe Gardens. For railway enthusiasts there is the West Somerset Railway at Bishops Lydeard. VERY LARGE GEORGIAN GRADE II LISTED VILLAGE HOUSE

SLEEPS 12, 5 LARGE BEDROOMS

CELEBRATIONS, HEN PARTIES AND LARGE FAMILIES



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Somerset Somerset Spa

Converted barn sleeping 4 to 30, Spa facilities with hot tub and sauna. VisitBritain 4 star self catering, linen, towels, electricity included. Idyllic countryside surroundings. Converted barn sleeping 4 to 30 near Taunton in Somerset. Spa on site, hot tub and sauna. VisitBritain 4 star self catering, linen, towels, electricity included. Idyllic countryside surroundings. Perfect for hen parties, family gatherings and celebrations. Relax, enjoy and spend quality time with friends or family. Massages and other pampering treatments can be arranged at extra cost.

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Somerset Cobbleside

Cobbleside stands in its own grounds in the conservation village of Milverton which nestles between the Quantock Hills and the Brendon Hills.

SLEEPS 10 - 14 PEOPLE

CELEBRATIONS, HEN PARTIES AND FAMILIES

LARGE SPACIOUS PROPERTY

MINUTES WALK TO GASTRO PUB

SET IN CONSERVATION VILLAGE



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Somerset Rumwell Park Estate House

Rumwell Park is an outstanding period mansion located in the rolling Somerset countryside. Ideal for a chilled weekend in the country with family or friends, or for those seeking the perfect party venue, Rumwell Park comfortably sleeps 14-18 in 9 bedrooms in a stylish, homely environment.  Large grand house, which provides the benefit of bringing together a large group and also plenty of space during the evenings. Stylish comfortable accommodation with views across to Exmoor, the Blackdowns towards the monument and the Quantox towards the Sea. Sleeps 14-18 in 9 bedrooms. Great house for wedding receptions, birthday or anniversary celebrations, business events and hen parties. Wi-Fi broadband internet access is available throughout

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Suffolk Tudor Barn

Listed grade II Tudor barn and cartlodge sleep one group of up to 24 in comfortable, whacky and breathtaking accommodation (this is not a bunkhouse barn), tucked away down a long farm track on an environmentally-friendly farm surrounded by ancient wildflower meadows and ponds. Listed grade II Tudor barn and cartlodge in Lavenham, Suffolk. Gatherings of friends, families, walkers, bird-watchers, civilised hen parties and work-mates can get together in spacious, beautiful, ancient and environmentally-friendly working farm to paint, pond dip, hug trees, sing, walk, bike, team-bond, relax, feast and celebrate. Tudor barn and cartlodge sleep 22+ in comfortable, whacky and breathtaking accommodation (this is not a bunkhouse barn)+ 6-8 in adjacent farmhouse. 

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Sussex Mansard House/The Sussex Beach House

The Sussex Beach House offers luxury rental accommodation for up to 8 people situated 20 yards from the sea in West Sussex, 90 minutes from London. It is located in an upmarket sea estate. The beach is only used by residents, it is very quiet even during the busy summer months. This is a beautiful detached property with charm and character set in a lovely well maintained garden. Ideal for short weekend breaks or longer family holidays taking in the Goodwood races, Chichester festival and countless sporting activities. There is lots to see and do in the immediate area. Well behaved pets permitted. The Sussex Beach House offers luxury accommodation for up to 8 people. Situated 20 yards from the sea in West Sussex within 90 minutes drive from London. It is a beautiful detached house with character and charm set in lovely well maintained gardens. Comprising all modern conveniences including Sky TV and WiFi Broadband internet access. Ideal for family holidays, hen parties, groups of friends and weekend breaks.

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Yorkshire Dale House

Dale House is located in the village of Kettlewell,  surrounded by spectacular countryside with stunning views up and down the 
upper Wharfe Valley in the very heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Kettlewell is an excellent location for touring by car around the Yorkshire Dales, with many villages and small towns offering refreshments and attractions from museums about dales life through the ages to caves filled with limestone formations or even local crafts and art galleries offering works inspired by the scenery. Dale House is a 9 bedroom house that can accommodate up to 24 people in the village of Kettlewell. The house affords stunning views views up and down the upper Wharfe Valley in the very heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is suited to any large group activity and is well-equipped for comfortable and easy self-catering holidays in the Dales. Hen parties welcome.

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Yorkshire PRIMROSE COTTAGE

Primrose Cottage is a stone faced barn conversion nestling on the edge of the picture card village of Clapham within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. This cosy well appointed cottage offers a well equipped Kitchen with microwave, refrigerator, separate freezer and dishwasher. The comfortable lounge and dining area contains a multi channel colour television and log burning stove. There are two bedrooms one double and one twin. When required a cot and high chair can be arranged. Tiled bathroom with shower.Outside can be found a landscaped patio area with table and chairs. A gas barbecue is also provided. Well behaved pets are welcome by arrangement. Primrose is a well appointed self catering cottage ideally located within the Yorkshire Dales village of Clapham. A 2 bedroom dog friendly cosy cottage close to most amenities. With walks from the front door. Woodburning Stove. Stunning scenery. The cottage sleeps 4, ideal for weekend breaks. Good golf courses, fly fishing, cycling and pony trekking. Hen parties most welcome. We can accommodate groups of up to 10 people in our two cottages. Available just after New Year - from 3rd January.

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Accommodation in Ireland

Cork Surf Lodge for Hen and Stag

Welcome to Surf Lodge for the ultimate Hen or Stag weekend in Cork, Southern Ireland. Stay with your friends in a private surf lodge with magnificent views of the�wide sweep of sandy beach and sea in Inchydoney. Reasons to choose Surf Lodge for your Hen/Stag Weekend... We specialise in providing Hen/Stag Party Accommodation in West Cork, our website is full of fun ideas and activities, to suit everyone, for Hen/Stag Weekends.   It's great value:From €80 per person for the weekend we offer great value for money.  It's very sociable:Our beach front accommodation sleeps everyone under one roof and it allows the Hen/Stag party to mix freely to get to know each other in a private setting. It's the perfect choice for female/male bonding prior to the wedding.  It's big on FUNFor Hens...We offer a free Ann Summers party, your own Private Chef €30, Fun Cookery lessons Spa Treatments €80, Make up and Nails €20, Surfing Lessons €35 etc and close proximity to Clonakilty's buzzing night life in an exclusive upmarket setting. For Stags...We offer your own private chef, beer on tap, Golfing, Fishing, Quad biking, Paragliding, Surfing & Kitesurf lessons etc and close proximity to Clonakilty's buzzing night life in an exclusive upmarket setting.   The Surf Lodge overlooking the sands and sea of Inchydoney is available to book by groups of 8 to 16 people for an unforgettable Hen or Stag Parte experience. A programme of fun filled days over a weekend is arranged for you so that you can relax and enjoy whale watching, surfing, eating out, pub and disco. Adults only.

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Accommodation in Scotland

Aberdeenshire Craig Alvah Lodge

 Be a laird for a week in our Scottish Salmon fishing country estates main home.5* Luxury accommodationThe house sleeps 14, 6 bedroom 5 opulant ensuites, 10x4m heated private indoor swimming pool in a secluded and remote location on one of Scotlands finest  small Salmon fishing estates.A very modern property build in oak and sandstone, furnished and finished to the absolute highest standard.The inside of the propery oozes spaciousness and quality, very modern but not too contemporary. With large windows bringing the outside in.All ensuites Laufen Allessi and Villeroy and Boch with walk-in rain showers, Master ensuite has Kohler Riverbath.The 3 acre garden is south facing has a football pitch,sunken trampoline, golf practice net and Rainbow play systems climbing frame. Red squirels and woodpeckers among others come to feed in the garden most days and badgers pass through most evenings.Have breakfast watching the red squirrels having their breakfast on the feeders. STUNNING VALUE FOR PROPERTY OF THIS QUALITY New from April 2010. 5* UNADULTERATED LUXURY. Be a Laird for a week in our Scottish Salmon Fishing Estates main home. 10 X 4M indoor heated swimming pool. 520m2 6 Bedroom 5 ensuite in secluded and remote beauty spot yet only 2 miles from the coastal towns of Banff and Macduff. Perfect for large parties, friends/family get togethers. Hen parties most welcome.

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Highland Glencarron (for 18) & Cottage (5)

Paradise for walking, wildlife watching, fishing and deer stalking or just exploring the Scottish Highlands and their people. There are two houses: Glencarron Lodge, a Victorian shooting lodge sleeping 18+ and East Cottage, a stone cottage for up to 5/6 people.The 11,500 acres Estate is ideal for Munro baggers, with 4 Munros (mountains or hills over 3,000 ft.) on the estate and 8 others within 10 miles. There are Brown trout and sea trout and the chance of a salmon on 3km of the River Carron and also trout in two lochs on the Estate. A boat is available by arrangement with the stalker. Plentiful stag and hind stalking with the Estate stalker is available in season. One hour's drive from Inverness; local shops are in the nearby village. Beaches and the West Coast of Scotland to explore are forty minutes away. And the Highlands are all around. Both properties are accessible even in winter. Paradise for walking, wildlife watching, fishing and deer stalking or just exploring the Scottish Highlands and their people. There are two houses: Glencarron Lodge, a Victorian shooting lodge sleeping 18+ and East Cottage, a stone cottage for 5/6 people. The 11,500 acres Estate is ideal for Munro baggers, with 4 Munros (mountains or hills over 3,000 ft.) on the estate and 8 others within 10 miles. There are salmon, sea trout and brown trout on 3km of the River Carron and also trout in two lochs on the Estate. A boat is available by arrangement with the stalker. Plentiful stag and hind stalking with the Estate stalker is available in season. One hour's drive from Inverness; local shops are in the village some miles away. Beaches and the West Coast of Scotland to explore are forty minutes away. And the Highlands are all around. Both properties are accessible all winter. We have Glencarron Lodge (for 18 people) still available for Christmas 20th to 27th December at a very much reduced price - a shorter period may be negotiable at this stage. And East Cottage (for 5/6) for the same period also at a reduced price .

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Highland East Cottage

Paradise for walking, wildlife watching, fishing and deer stalking or just exploring the Scottish Highlands and their people. East Cottage is a very comfortably restored stone cottage with all mod cons for up to 5/6 people. The 11,500 acres Estate is ideal for Munro baggers, with 4 Munros (mountains or hills over 3,000 ft.) on the estate and 8 others within 10 miles. There are Brown trout and sea trout and the chance of a salmon on 3km of the River Carron and also trout in two lochs on the Estate. A boat is available by arrangement. Plentiful stag and hind stalking with the Estate stalker is available in season. One hour's drive from Inverness; local shops are in the villages of Achnasheen and Lochcarron. Beaches and the West Coast of Scotland to explore are forty minutes away. And the Highlands are all around. Accessible even in winter. Available for Christmas and New Year. East Cottage: Sleeps 5/6 This former Ghillie’s cottage has recently been sympathetically renovated. All its rooms are surprisingly large. It comprises a sitting room with Open log/coal fire, TV, DVD and CD facilities, one large double and one large twin bedroom (each with plenty of room for an extra single bed), beatifully fitted bathroom with bath and shower and large modern, well equipped kitchen with dishwasher etc. The cottage has full oil-fired central heating. It is set above the road with uninterrupted views of the hills and is attached to the Stalker’s cottage which is occupied by the Estate’s stalker and his wife who have been there for 30 years and know everything about the area but will not tell you unless you ask! Broad band internet can be made available. Please enquire. Paradise for walking, wildlife watching, fishing and deer stalking or just exploring the Scottish Highlands and their people. East Cottage: Sleeps 5/6. This former Ghillie’s cottage has recently been sympathetically renovated. All its rooms are surprisingly large. It comprises a sitting room with Open log/coal fire, TV, DVD and CD facilities, one large double and one large twin bedroom (each with plenty of room for an extra single bed), beatifully fitted bathroom with bath and shower and large modern, well equipped kitchen with dishwasher etc. The cottage has full oil-fired central heating. It is set above the road with uninterrupted views of the hills and is attached to the Stalker’s cottage which is occupied by the Estate’s stalker and his wife who have been there for 30 years and know everything about the area but will not tell you unless you ask! Broad band internet can be made available. Please enquire. The 11,500 acres Estate is ideal for Munro baggers, with 4 Munros (mountains or hills over 3,000 ft.) on the estate and 8 others within 10 miles. There are salmon, sea trout and brown trout on 3km of the River Carron and also trout in two lochs on the Estate. A boat is available by arrangement with the stalker. Plentiful stag and hind stalking with the Estate stalker is available in season. One hour's drive from Inverness; local shops are in the village some miles away. Beaches and the West Coast of Scotland to explore are forty minutes away. And the Highlands are all around. Both properties are accessible all winter. Broadband Internet access. East Cottage has availability for Christmas.

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Accommodation in Wales

Ceredigion Blaenpant Mansion

Beautiful Grade II listed Georgian Mansion. Sleeps 16 .Peaceful rural setting in own grounds of 13 acres. Situated above the picturesque Teify valley, 2 miles from Cenarth, 5 miles from Cardigan. A selection of lovely sandy beaches and small coves within 5-10 miles. Close to Pembrokeshire National Park and coastal paths.Ideal for family get-togethers and holidays in the country for families with children.Donkeys, ponies and a pig are much enjoyed by our visitors. Beautiful, well appointed Georgian Mansion offering spacious and comfortable accommodation with the exiting touch of history retained! Situated in own grounds of 13 acres in peaceful rural setting. 5 miles Cardigan and coast. Sleeps up to 16. A great venue for family holidays,celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, hen and stag parties. We have availability Easter and May Bank holiday as well as some summer dates. Please see web site for further info on prices, availability and many more photographs:www.blaenpant.co.uk

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Powys Garth Barns

Garth Barns (Hafod and Ty Nant) are luxury self catering barns which can be booked separately or together for larger groups. The barns have been designed for celebrations and parties for families and friends.  Stag weekends with activities are popular too!  The barns are part of Garth Farm, 240 acres of hill, fields, woodland and dingle with wildlife pools and spectacular views. Excellent walking country.  Good birdwatching.  Red Kites, owls, woodpeckers, buzzards, nuthatches, woodcock and redstarts are resident and ducks and swans are regular visitors. There is a well equipped gym and sauna.  WiFi broadband internet access.  Sky+ and Setanta TV.Luxury self catering in glorious countryside. Accommodation for 10 - 28 in 1 or both barns. Catering, activities and transport can be arranged.Please call on 01686 412130 for availability and costs for weekends, weeks and short breaks.  Hen and Stag groups very welcome. Luxury self catering barns set in glorious countryside in Mid Wales near Llanidloes. The barns may be booked separately or together for larger parties. Accommodation for 10 - 28 in 1 or both barns. 11 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms. WiFi Broadband. SKY+ TV. Woodburners. Aga. Gym and sauna. Games room with pool table. Big gas BBQ. Great walking. Birdwatching. Activities, transport and catering can be arranged. Hen and Stag parties most welcome.

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