Ever fancied the idea of renting a manor house in Somerset for large group holidays with a hot tub? In that case, you’re going to love Mingleby Manor. This gorgeous historic house sleeps 14 in 6 bedrooms and is set in large gated grounds; a few strides from the house, the former stables are now home to a games room and a hot tub, part sheltered for use all year round.

Introducing Hennaways – an idyllic large house for summer holidays near the sea. Tucked away in the beautiful Devon countryside, this is a very special place to stay, with snooze space for up to 20 guests, a hot tub and large grounds with a sauna and dip tank, tennis court, woodlands and a meadow. Bantham, one of the best surfing beaches on the coast of South Devon, is just 10 minutes away.

Exciting news! Sleeps12 have teamed up with Yhangry, making it easy for you to book private chefs for your large group holiday or celebration. This is something that’s very popular for a very special holiday or celebration feast; it’s great for birthdays, anniversaries, hen parties, festivities, and for corporate hospitality. Book your chosen chef for a one-off event or for private catering throughout your stay.

Sleeps12 are offering gift vouchers for large group holidays in the UK! From small amounts to a full refund, this is a great idea for anyone looking to spend very special days away with friends and family for holidays, mid-week breaks and weekend stays, and for unforgettable celebrations with the people you love most in the world.

Short breaks in the UK or two weeks abroad? It’s about quality over quantity - a short break in a luxury house in the UK could be more relaxing than two weeks overseas for several reasons. Short breaks are easier to organise and involve less travel; with large group stays it’s easier to organise, and you can see more places, rather than just stay in one location.

Have you heard of skip-gen holidays? It’s a travel trend that’s growing fast in the UK, where grandparents take their grandchildren on holiday without the parents – so you’re literally skipping the middle generation. If you’ve got a lot of grandchildren, Sleeps12 have the perfect holiday houses where the older and younger generations can have a fantastic time and make very special memories.

There are so many reason why it’s a good idea to take a short break in the UK – you get to spend time with special people, it’s a great way to celebrate a special occasion and it’s beneficial for your overall health and wellbeing. With fantastic facilities like indoor pools, hot tubs, games rooms and play areas a short break is an easy way to step back into happy mode.

We are delighted to announce that a Visit England Rose Award 2024 goes to Beaverbrook 20! Another fantastic luxury large group holiday house from the Sleeps12 collection that’s very deserving of this prestigious award.

Well, what a summer that was - as usual, it’s whizzed by far too quickly! The schools have gone back now, the holiday traffic has cleared and the days are cooler – but the sun is still shining and attractions are still open, so as we step into September we’re taking a look at the best autumn midweek breaks for groups. Autumn is a great time of year for a getaway with friends and family and the advantages are that if you go midweek it’s quieter and it’s cheaper than at weekends.

Christmas is such a magical time of year. Time to slow down, to relax, to be with your loved ones; it’s a time to make memories. If you’re thinking of renting a house for Christmas in the UK, our advice would be to book sooner rather than later – or beat the rush and book ahead for next year.