70 Large Houses To Rent

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.

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 and equestrian facilities.

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.

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.

With a calming sense of space and light, Home Farm in the verdant Leicestershire countryside is a haven for family gatherings and corporate getaways. Here, you can escape from the world, whether you’re enjoying a morning coffee in the sun-filled lounge, relaxing with a book in the day room, or watching a movie in the wood-panelled snug. There are 5 bedrooms in the main house plus 12 bedrooms available at additional cost.

Tucked into the valley and just 20 minutes from the beach, Tregulland is a Cornish gem. With a heated indoor freshwater pool, steam room, hot tub, cinema and more, this wonderful retreat is designed for fun!

Seamlessly blending old Cotswold charm with contemporary elegance. A characterful Manor, a modern Barn and three additional quirky buildings make up this wonderful Estate; one of our favourite large houses to rent.

Cailean House, a handsome Scottish villa, sits high above Aberfeldy in the Tay Valley, with commanding views of the Scottish landscape as it sweeps towards the Highlands.

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.

Overlooking the picturesque Lulworth Cove, sits the luxurious Lulworth House. This 10-bedroom thatched cottage is a stunning hideaway within the tranquil setting of a World Heritage Site.

Surrounded by 30 acres of natural beauty in the heart of the Peak District, High Peak Manor is a manor house that thinks it’s a castle. Mellow Derbyshire sandstone walls are the backdrop to luxurious living spaces, where light suffuses through stained-glass coats of arms on stone mullion windows, and rich furnishings wrap you in a warm glow.

With an impressive location and stunning coastal views, this beautiful castle is the perfect place to live your very own fairytale. 

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Immaculate interiors and tranquil views are the essential ingredients that make Castlemorton Barns your haven from a busy world.

Arrive at this stunning period property to a complimentary glass of champagne, then prepare to exclaim a series of ‘wows’ as you explore the house and gardens.

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.

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.

In this restored 15^th century barn, a patchwork of beautiful rooms is woven together by characterful ancient beams. Against this historic backdrop, Abbeyside Barn is furnished with contemporary charm. This delightful homestead is ideal for a family gathering, with luxury extras that will please everyone.

History speaks in every room of Winsham Manor, a magnificent Elizabethan manor with original oak-panelled walls, immense stone fireplaces and stucco ceilings, matched with beautiful antiques and rich tapestry rugs, yet full of contemporary facilities.  

Enter our Tudor cottage – a touch of novelty high up on a hill and just the place for fishing or toe dipping. It has 6 bedrooms, one in a cabin perched above the moat.

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.

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.

Riverbank Inn is a thatched south Devon pub that has been sensitively converted into a unique country retreat. Sleeping up to 29 guests, it retains its welcoming air, along with a fully functioning bar, a plethora of traditional pub games and a nature-rich, two-acre garden on the banks of the river.

A stone’s throw from Southsea Beach in Hampshire, Galene House is an immaculately restored Edwardian villa with accommodation for 20 guests. Bring the family - children very welcome - or escape with friends for a luxury seaside break.

Come to Colnebrook Hall for fun and family times. Set in 200 acres, this gracious Queen Anne property, with its spacious, light-filled and colourful rooms, indoor gym, heated outdoor pool and tennis court, is ideal for you to bring a large family group or come as two or three families.

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.

The lure of the lakes and the fascination of the fells. If you have a party of up to 20 guests who are looking for somewhere truly luxurious in one of the best locations in the country, look no further. 

Enjoy a unique opportunity to stay in this 6-bedroom Grade 2 listed manor in the heart of the rolling Cheshire countryside. A real home, now available for exclusive rent, Hatherton House is perfect for a family escape or a group get-together.

Waterside near Chichester is a cool eco-retreat with a laid-back California vibe. Featured on Grand Designs, this silver timber-clad hideaway is set in 1.5 acres of artfully landscaped grounds, inviting you to relax and enjoy its serenity.

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. 

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

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.

In an idyllic setting on the Llyn Peninsula in North Wales, Bromfield Hall is surrounded by five acres of gardens and woodlands. This Georgian gem, with its elegant wisteria-clad veranda, is the perfect spot to escape with up to 20 of your nearest and dearest.

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.

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.

Escape to a quietly captivating corner of England in this elegant six-bedroom hideaway at the foot of the Malvern Hills in Worcestershire.

Gather your nearest and dearest and escape to Cailean Lodge in Highland Perthshire, where Scotland’s wild beauty is beamed into super-cool interiors though plentiful picture windows. As an intimate getaway, it’s perfect for a break with friends or family.

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.

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.

A stunning 14th century manor house that has been exquisitely decorated and furnished, set in the heart of the Kentish countryside.

Solent House is a handsome villa on a quiet residential road, just a short stroll from the seafront at Southsea in Portsmouth. 

George House, a handsome Edwardian town house for up to 12 guests, is just two minutes’ walk from the seafront at Southsea in Hampshire.

In a beautiful corner of England sits Butley Farmhouse, a perfect Georgian gem. Here, in this generously proportioned Suffolk farmhouse, you can bring together a crowd while still finding space for moments of solitude.

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.

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.

Set among the trees with glimpses of the sea beyond, Devonhill in Salcombe feels like the most exciting treehouse. As the wooded garden slopes steeply below, the balconies are among the treetops. Large sliding doors sweep aside to capture the full effect where you can gather for a barbecue, hide in a hanging seat with a good book, or immerse yourself in the hot tub.

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. 

As you head into the beautiful Suffolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you are hoping for a property that lives up to its surroundings. And The Priory doesn’t disappoint. Cathedral-like vaulted ceilings and tracery windows are the backdrop to a style and elegance lifted straight from the pages of Country Life magazine.

Rockmoor House will confound your expectations of a Victorian country manor. With an early Arts and Crafts vibe, its handsome exterior hides colourful and playfully styled interiors with home comforts and grown-up luxuries.

This characterful 6-bedroom holiday house lies on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales just outside the market town of Skipton in a secluded corner of a 3,000 acre country estate.

In an area that is steeped in English history, this is the perfect base from which to explore the area while experiencing the joys of living in a house that has been part of that history over the years.

This super-cool circular apartment overlooks Newquay's Fistral Beach. Think retro furniture and quirky design throughout. And when the sun starts to descend, watch the dazzling pink and orange sunsets from the huge roof terrace; Champagne in hand of course!