100 Big Houses to Rent with a Games Room

Think of the perfect country manor – grand entrance hall, billiard room and library, winding staircases to attic bedrooms. Rippon Hall in Norfolk, with its beautiful neo-Tudor heart wrapped in a handsome Victorian upgrade, has all this and more.

Set in splendid seclusion, surrounded by Suffolk countryside (and yet just 20 minutes from the bustling town of Bury St Edmunds), Olive House is a pleasing blend of understated luxury and home-from-home comforts. It’s the perfect base to gather all the generations of the family or groups of friends for some quality time together.

If you like your outdoors wild and wonderful and your indoors calm and super luxurious, Hethersdale is for you. Pack your hiking boots, bikes, swimsuits and a bottle or two of the good stuff! With the Lake District around you, two pubs within walking distance rivers, meadow, woodland and luxury accommodation, Hethersdale is made for carefree and special times with family and friends.

Set in 14 acres with the river running through the grounds, this big house to rent offers elegant accommodation for up to 20 people with the option of daily housekeeping and a variety of catering options.

Could Limestone Grange have the best views in Derbyshire? Quite possibly. This chic farmhouse, with a fine array of equally stylish outbuildings, sleeps up to 30 guests and lends itself to celebrations and get-togethers in the most sublime of settings.

The perfect venue for a sociable get-together or large family celebration, Tall Trees is a handsome country house surrounded by the calm beauty of the Teme Valley and boasts an indoor swimming pool.

If a castle is going to capture your heart, then Pengarth Castle, on the edge of Eryri National Park in Wales, is the one to do it. With its stone crenellations, stunning estuary views and 40 acres of private grounds, it’s an atmospheric place to stay for up to 22 guests.

Three Little Pigs, a house made with straw bales, invites you to relax in natural surroundings and reclaim your inner peace. Relax into the shabby chic, unique world of this Oxfordshire escape, with its Art Deco finishes and picture windows, where indoor planting gives you the benefits of nature’s calming palette.

Churchside Manor is a true delight. With proud Victorian charm and character, it blends period elegance with modern luxuries. Highlights include a stylish cinema room, a sheltered hot tub, and beautifully designed spaces throughout - perfect for a relaxing retreat or memorable gathering with family and friends.

Overlooking the picturesque Lulworth Cove, Lulworth House is a luxurious 10-bedroom home with a fantastic location. With modern interiors and breathtaking views, it’s a beautiful hideaway for special gatherings, coastal adventures, or a relaxing Dorset escape.

Beach Manor, an Arts and Crafts gem, is the Rolls Royce of places to stay. Not because it was built 100 years ago for a director of the luxury car firm, but simply because it’s a beautiful home, full of character and comfort, right on the beach in West Sussex. If you like the early 20^th century aesthetic mixed with 21^st century comforts, you’ll love Beach Manor.

Ellipsis House is an eye-catching curve of a house, enjoying panoramic views of the Lincolnshire Wolds. An exciting, contemporary experience for up to 28 guests, it’s bound to impress and with striking architecture and eco-friendly design, is sustainable luxury at its best.

Tucked into a peaceful valley and just 20 minutes from the beach, Tregulland is a hidden Cornish gem. With a heated indoor freshwater pool, steam room, hot tub, cinema, and more, this stunning retreat is perfect for special celebrations or relaxed getaways, offering comfort, fun, and total relaxation.

Tarndale Hall rewrites the country house rulebook. Georgian on the outside, bold inside - think a four-metre fireplace, copper hot tub, cocktail orangery, and a nine-burner stove. Six standout bedrooms, epic kids’ bunkroom, games galore, and wild gardens. Style, swagger, and serious comfort in the North Pennines.

This exceptional Cotswold estate blends timeless charm with contemporary style. At its heart is a characterful Manor, joined by a sleek modern Barn and three unique, quirky buildings. Rich in history yet full of modern comfort, it’s one of our favourite large country houses, thoughtfully designed and beautifully presented.

Carron Castle in the Kingdom of Fife is everything you imagine a Scottish castle to be - and more. It’s a magnificent, Scottish Baronial chateau, where full-length family portraits, crystal chandeliers and four-poster beds set the scene for a memorable country escape.

A magnificent Grade II listed Georgian country house, designed by renowned architect Decimus Burton. Behind its elegant façade lie grand reception rooms, period features, and beautifully proportioned spaces. A standout setting for memorable stays, with timeless style and architectural significance throughout.

Royd Moor Manor has it all. This large house rental is beautiful throughout and has every comfort you could wish for, including a fabulous games room, two hot tubs and a plush cinema room.

If you like your manor houses classic, colourful and comfortable, Heathcote Manor is the one for you. A classic Georgian property in the romantic setting of Sherwood Forest, its mellow stone exterior and immaculate gardens set the bar high. Once you’re inside, it exceeds expectations.

An indoor pool, two hot tubs, a night club and open plan space to mingle, Secret Sherwood has all the essential ingredients for spectacular celebrations. From hen parties and stag parties to weddings, birthdays and company bashes, this fabulous venue is the ultimate party house.

Close your eyes and picture the perfect country house for a group getaway. Chances are it’s a beautiful Georgian manor with elegant reception rooms for socialising, sumptuous bedrooms, and landscaped gardens with a fountain on the lake. Open your eyes and take a look at Burrell Park, which has all this and much more.

The ultimate super-luxe hideaway in Suffolk, set in a walled garden on a beautiful country estate. The grand hall with vaulted ceilings and limestone fireplaces is perfect for gatherings. Relax in the sunroom or explore eight large bedrooms - with an optional adjacent cottage for bigger groups. Magical, charming, unforgettable.

Palmer Oaks is a low slung, California-style house, wrapped around a heated outdoor pool, and hidden in 14 of Surrey’s finest acres. Live your best Hollywood hills life as you wander through this light-filled house that blends mid-century style with modern sophistication.

There’s one jaw-dropping moment after another when you stay at Heatherbryn House. The first is the view, spanning the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Wales. The second is when you step over the threshold. You could be in a six-star hotel but for one important fact - it’s all yours.

Alamore Estate is a Victorian mansion that looks like a castle and feels like a fairy tale made real. Outside, it overlooks Loch Tummel and Schiehallion, an eminently climbable Munro. Inside, rich colours, bold patterns and sumptuous fabrics set the scene for an epic gathering.

Old Mill Barns is luxury living in rural Herefordshire, just five miles from the Welsh border. Sleep up to 48 across three exclusive properties, each with spacious living areas, under-floor heating, wood burners, hot tubs, and stylish décor. Perfect for big celebrations or relaxed gatherings in a stunning countryside setting.

With its 30 acres of peaceful parkland and elegant Georgian architecture, it’s hard to believe that this magnificent stately home is only 75 minutes from London.

Set in four acres of land leading down to the shores of Loch Tay, this beautiful Victorian hunting lodge is as private as they come. Inside you can expect exposed beams, deep pile rugs along with all mod-cons.

If you have an idea in your mind of the perfect Cotswold manor house, all mellow honeyed stone, deep fireplaces and formal gardens, it won’t be far different from The Manor at Windrush. 700 years have gone into the making of this stunning and luxurious country escape and it shows in every little detail.

The Lincolnshire Buck is an 18^th century riverside inn, recently refurbished as an exclusive-use venue for up to 40 guests. If you’ve ever fancied having your own pub, complete with pool table, piano and arcade games, here’s your chance to live the dream, for a few nights at least.

This is the Somerset you dream of; honey-stone villages, rolling hills, and meadows of wildflowers. And this is the holiday home you dream of; windows framing the views, sociable spaces and quiet corners, and a luxury indoor swimming pool.

Situated on the edge of the Regency spa town of Cheltenham in the Cotswolds, Crofton Lodge is a nine-bedroom dream home-from-home that has space for up to 24 guests and a private annexe for two that you can book separately.

Pippin Apple Barn is the ultimate in modern barn living. The pool and spa set the scene for a fun-filled and memorable break in this amazing grain store conversion, with its exuberant décor, rustic charm and abundance of luxury features.

For a big celebration beside one of the loveliest lakes in England, make Fallbarrow Hall your base. This magnificent Victorian Gothic mansion sits in its own private grounds within the Fallbarrow Holiday Park, a leafy resort on the shores of Lake Windermere.

Castleburn House is a Scottish country manor of such style and charm it’s hard to imagine a better venue for a gathering of friends or family. No detail is overlooked in this gorgeous home-from-home in Dumfries and Galloway.

Nestled between a lush emerald forest and the rolling waves of Waterwynch Bay, Bay View House (sleeps 30) is a soothing and private retreat from the world.

Only birdsong and the breeze through the trees - and perhaps the ‘hellos’ of the resident donkey – fill the air in these four acres. With self-contained properties dotted round the grounds, it’s like your own peaceful village at Parsonage House.

This cool country residence is furnished with every modern convenience and comfort you could wish for. The year-round heated infinity-style pool leads the field of standout features, and, to add to the appeal, there are breathtaking Cotswold views from almost every room.

Step off the world for a while in this beautiful house, hidden in a forest vale. Newly built in 2021, Oak Vale is a picture of understated elegance in neutral tones and natural materials, utterly in harmony with its forest home.

Deep in the Ceredigion countryside sits a stunning 13-acre estate surrounding a delightful, sprawling, stone and timber holiday home. The perfect setting for an intimate wedding, weekend party or corporate getaway, Mynach House sleeps up to 50 guests in three self-contained living areas and a separate farmhouse.

An elegant Victorian mansion greets you on arrival at Bleamoss Hall - with a surprise inside. Open the door to a riot of colour and pattern, with all the home comforts for a special gathering of up to 22 guests. The vibrant décor lifts your spirits, whether you’re in the family lounge, the brightly lit bar or one of the 11 hotel-style bedrooms.

Located right on the beach in this stunning area of outstanding natural beauty, this is the ideal location for an activity holiday or for a relaxing getaway.

Is there a style called rustic funky? There should be because it’s the signature style of Rapunzel’s Keep near Bath. From your vantage point overlooking a 20-acre estate, enjoy a laid-back gathering of family, friends or hens (of the getting married variety) in this converted barn with adjoining grain tower.

Space and light are abundant at this beautiful New England style house, situated in an enviable position within the South Downs National Park. Sleeping up to 15 guests (where the group includes at least 2 children) in six stunning bedrooms, the house is flooded with natural light, which streams through floor-to-ceiling ‘A’ frame windows.

This stunning modern 5-bedroom house lies right on the shores of Lake Windermere where the lake laps on the pebbles at the bottom of the garden and the jetty allows you to take your kayak onto the legendary waters of the lake.

A grand country house made for entertaining. That’s Beckland Grange, designed by 19^th century architect Ewan Christian, whose other triumphs include Glyndebourne and the National Gallery. His gift to us is a 21^st century hideaway for bringing together friends, family or colleagues to celebrate, socialise and unwind.

Shorecliff Manor might just be the perfect seaside holiday house. Sleeping up to 22 guests, it stands above a sandy beach, capturing the Norfolk light and serving up spectacular sea views.

Welsh mountain air, lovely living spaces and perfect peace. The Barn at Mynach is a beautifully restored barn in the heart of the Ceredigion countryside. It accommodates up to 38 guests in three self-contained but interconnected duplex apartments, ideal for an extended family gathering or a group of families holidaying together.

If you’re looking for a taste of modern country living but you want it with all the upsides and none of the hardships, we may have just the place for you! 

A picture-perfect Elizabethan manor just two hours from London, Broomstone House sits at the foot of the Quantock Hills in Somerset in a nature-rich estate that includes an organic farm and ancient woodlands, with views of one of England’s most picturesque landscapes.

Colmers Rectory in Dorset is more a Bishop’s palace than a humble rectory, such is the scale and splendour of this Georgian gem. It evokes a bygone age while delivering on every essential for your luxury country break.

For the true essence of Scotland, where the mountains and forests sweep down to Loch Lomond and yet Glasgow airport is under an hour away, make Loch Lomond House your Highland base. Soak up the views from the terrace before turning indoors to this welcoming sanctuary.

If you yearn to escape to a place of peace and beauty, stay at Combe House in the heart of Somerset. This country manor, down a mile-long driveway, oozes old English charm and elegance, with original marble fireplaces, polished antique furniture and imposing family portraits, with lovely views from almost every room.

Whatever the occasion Longslade Hall rises to it. Gather all the generations for a family party, bring the girls for some pre-wedding zen time, or make it your base for an annual friends’ reunion. Behind the mellow Georgian façade, this is a house for having fun.

With views out across the marina and on to the beautiful Derwent Water, The Georgian Lakehouse really is a remarkable house in a remarkable landscape.

Windmill View is a redbrick Georgian gem, set amidst 22 acres of private grounds in rural Norfolk. It’s ideal for a close family or friends’ getaway of 12 guests (plus two on extra beds), and you can head to Norwich for city culture or hit the coast in under 20 minutes. Or you can sink into a hot tub under the big Norfolk skies and relax.

Horseshoe House, just outside the beautiful city of Bath, is a house for celebrations. In a previous life it was a welcoming pub and now it has been restored above and beyond its former glory.

Perfectly located for a London break, Tarn House allows you to escape from the bustle when your sightseeing is done, as it blends urban sophistication with a quiet and leafy charm.

Style, charm and comfort in the most delightful location. This is a beautiful big house to rent for a special occasion, or retreat with friends and family.

Escape from the city to Magpie Farm for a well-earned break. With an indoor swimming pool, a private putting and croquet green, practice golf course and a full-size snooker room with its own bar, this country gem is perfect for spending quality time with friends and family.

Rackenford Estate in Devon has acres of space. A large entrance hall with a galleried landing, three further reception rooms and big bedrooms. Outside, lawns sweep into the distance, 38 acres of parkland are yours to roam, and far-reaching views reveal Devon’s inner beauty.

Crunch up the gravel path, bordered by trim hedges and manicured lawns, and feel the tranquility envelop you as you arrive at Alvington Lodge. Glance back to the River Severn in the distance, before entering the calming interiors.

Haygrass House in Somerset is a Georgian classic with a modern heartbeat. As you approach the porticoed entrance, the fine-boned symmetry of this grand country house hints at the beauty within.

Drop your plans for exploring Norfolk, Saxton Manor is a destination in itself. At first glance, this 10-bedroom country mansion is simply a handsome period house. But you soon realise there’s more to Saxton Manor than history. It’s a joyful space, where old beams and exposed brickwork meet technology, entertainment and modern art.

Ready for some fun? Tally Hoo House in Wiltshire, once a stable block, is now a fabulous country hideaway for up to 14 lucky guests. Exposed beams and brickwork offer a sympathetic nod to its past amidst a makeover with the wow factor.

Dating back to the 17th century, Charborne Manor has been lovingly refurbished, blending the best of the old and the new. With space for up to 16 people, a host of playtime extras - including a tennis court, a wood-fired hot tub and a games room - it sets the scene for a dream holiday.

White Gable House in Exeter is a Grade II listed property with modern monochrome interiors. It has a city address with lots of outdoor space, and it’s a minimalist home which feels cosy and welcoming. This story of contrasts, along with its proximity to the Devon coast, make White Gable House rather special.

What a spot! This Scottish retreat, on ‘Argyll’s Secret Coast’ benefits from large bay windows that frame glorious views of the Kyles of Bute. Many of the rooms are suffused with the extraordinary quality of light that has drawn artists and writers to the west coast of Scotland for centuries.

If you love a contemporary vibe in a classic setting, you will adore Riverside in the heart of Chester. Both the property and the city blend cosmopolitan flair with timeless elegance.

It’s rare to find a large, luxury holiday home with direct access to the beach on England’s south coast. And even rarer to find it in such an unspoilt location as this. The sea truly is the star at Sea Star, and you will find yourself gazing out to it from almost every room.

Garden Court is a stunning, historic property just outside the village of Bodenham in Herefordshire. Perfect for a celebration with friends and family, or an event for up to 60-100 guests (or more in a marquee).

Wisteria House combines contemporary luxury with classic good looks. In the unspoilt countryside where Herefordshire meets Worcestershire, it’s a welcoming, wisteria-clad home where family and friends can enjoy each other’s company without fuss or ceremony. Oh, and there's a beautiful indoor heated swimming pool!

With a centuries-old history, Netherstone Hall is a handsome Yorkshire hall, sumptuously refurbished for modern life.

This modern house, which overlooks Wanson Mouth Beach in Cornwall, wouldn’t be out of place on Grand Designs. Here, rustic chic meets contemporary design with fun features abound. 

It’s back to school – in the best possible way. The Old Village School in Devon was a Victorian school house, now sensitively restored as a luxury holiday home for 18 to 24 guests.

Kingswell House is a beautiful Shropshire country house; a special place to create memories with a select group of up to 12 family or friends (plus a couple of children).

With room for up to 20 in 9 bedrooms, a huge hot tub, and 15 acres of private land to explore, this is your ideal getaway for a family party, a gathering with friends in the country or a sophisticated hen or stag do.

Sweep up the tree-lined driveway, loosen your bonnets and enter Madoc Manor, your temporary country residence chock full of charming Georgian details. This is a house that begs to be explored, with twists and turns and nooks and crannies leading you to a cosy snug here and a wood-panelled billiard room there.

Penbridge House is worthy of a second look. Deep in the Somerset countryside with rural views in every direction, it’s also just a few fields from the world’s most famous music festival, Glastonbury.

The Cedar Barn is a magnificent and modern barn conversion with open-plan living and a host of rather special extras.

At the end of a mile-long private drive on the Herefordshire and Worcestershire borders, Blissfield House is a little piece of heaven. This gorgeous six-bed Medieval mansion, arranged around a courtyard with a separate four-bed cottage and an ancient barn, is perfect for a family getaway.

A stunning contemporary conversion of the original farm pig pens and dairy, The Paisley Pig is now a sociable space for 12 guests, with an array of modern comforts and entertaining diversions against a backdrop of thick stone walls and exposed timbers.

Pull up in front of Brynglas Manor, a picture-book Georgian country house, and stop for a moment to savour the panoramic views. Listen to the birdsong, take gulps of pure Welsh air and feel your shoulders drop. This is peace and you won’t want to leave.

Apple Cabin is a big, rustic barn of a holiday home surrounded by 1.5 acres of outdoor space and hidden between the Quantocks and the Blackdown Hills in Somerset and Exmoor in Devon. This is the setting for a family holiday that might have fallen from the pages of a children’s adventure book.

Damson Barn pulls off the seemingly impossible with its marriage of space and cosiness, country charm and sharp style, traditional materials and modern comforts. Hidden among undulating green fields close to the Quantocks in Somerset, here you can gather up to 14 of your nearest and dearest for a carefree weekend.

Whether you’re here for the last of the summer wine or a cosy winter’s stay, Hilda's Cottage on the edge of the Peak District is the perfect place to gather.

Hidden in a Lakeland idyll with far-reaching views, it’s a surprise to find that Beckstone is just a walk away from the bustling lakeside town of Bowness. 

Gorgeous views, period details and modern luxuries; Rosebriar House is a North Devon gem that you won’t want to leave. This characterful house, close to the coast, is perfect for a multi-generational family holiday.

Stonemoor House is a sensitively restored, six-bedroom, Georgian home, set in an acre of ornamental gardens designed by Sir Joseph Paxton. Step into the entrance hall with its Victorian tiled floor, grand fireplace, bookcases and armchairs and the scene is set for a luxurious and relaxing holiday.

Grab your surf boards and shades and head to Tregan House for a big break with friends or family. Just 500m from Watergate Bay and about 10 minutes’ drive from Cornwall’s surfing capital of Newquay, Tregan House is a beach-style home for 12 to 14 guests.

Set in a secluded spot at the edge of a pretty village deep in the rugged Yorkshire countryside, Needlework Cottage is a traditional Yorkshire weaver’s cottage, beautifully restored with modern day luxury and designer flair.

The Retreat Barn in North Wales is perfect for friends’ reunions, intimate celebrations and wellness retreats, matching serene rustic interior spaces with soul-enriching views.