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WhichCottage lists 305 large holiday houses sleeping 8 or more in the Heart of England. Of these, 220 take dogs, 97 have a hot tub and 143 have a wood burner or open fire. They sleep from 8 to 32 guests. Most are in or near Skegness (22), Oswestry (18) and Bakewell (11).
| Cottage | Sleeps | Bedrooms | Pets | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greystones Nawab Barn Two, Flagg | 8 | 3 | Yes (up to 1) | |
| Doward Farm, Whitchurch | 16 | 7 | Yes (up to 3) | wood burner / open fire |
| Grove Sprightly Barn, Craven Arms | 12 | 6 | No | wood burner / open fire |
| Fir Tree Cottage, Chatcull | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire |
| Pine Cottage, Waterhouses | 12 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Elm Cottage, Waterhouses | 10 | 3 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Apple Tree Barn, near Ludlow | 13 | 6 | No | enclosed garden |
| Little Brampton, Clunbury | 32 | 11 | Yes (up to 4) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Shallcross Hall Cottage - Goyt, Whaley Bridge | 8 | 3 | Yes (up to 1) | pub within 1 mile |
| The Old Granary, Newent | 8 | 4 | No | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Turpins Cottage, Blackbrook | 18 | 9 | Yes (up to 3) | |
| The Hill Coachouse, Barrow-on-Trent | 18 | 8 | Yes (up to 1) | pub within 1 mile |
| The Coach House, Craven Arms | 18 | 10 | No | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Dinhope Big Barn, Lower Dinchope | 15 | 7 | No | wood burner / open fire |
| Clusters Chapel, Belper | 20 | 8 | Yes (up to 3) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Halford Big Barn, Craven Arms | 18 | 8 | No | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| The Farmhouse, Newent | 10 | 4 | No | enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
Greystones Nawab Barn Two, Flagg, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9QQ.
Newly renovated in 2022, this cottage meets camping barn in the heart of the Peak District National park makes a wonderful base from which to explore.
Doward Farm, Whitchurch, Herefordshire, HR9 6DU.
A large property set in the beautiful Herefordshire countryside, ideal for family gatherings.
Grove Sprightly Barn, Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7 9JJ.
Offa’s Dyke and Clun for superb walking are nearby, while Ludlow, Bishops Castle and Knighton are within easy reach.
Fir Tree Cottage, Chatcull, near Eccleshall, Staffordshire, ST21 6QF.
Perfectly placed for walking and cycling, as well as being within easy reach of many attractions including Alton Towers.
Pine Cottage, Waterhouses, Staffordshire, ST10 3LQ.
Enjoy a family holiday at this large property with many attractions nearby or hire some bikes to explore the area.
Elm Cottage, Waterhouses, Staffordshire, ST10 3LQ.
Ideal for families or friends alike with easy access to many attractions which make for fun days out.
Apple Tree Barn, Near Ludlow, Shropshire, SY7 9AW.
A single storey spacious holiday home with access to tennis courts, indoor swimming pool and stunning views over the beautiful rolling Shropshire countryside.
Little Brampton, Clunbury, near Ludlow, Shropshire, SY7 0HH.
An ideal property for a large family gathering or group of friends, with a private hot tub, sauna and games room.
Shallcross Hall Cottage - Goyt, Whaley Bridge near Buxton, Derbyshire, SK23 7EY.
Part of a fabulous converted farmhouse, the property has stunning views from all sides of the accommodation and benefits from a shared indoor swimming pool at the side of the property.
The Old Granary, Newent, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, GL18 1JH.
BBQ near the poolside bar/summerhouse, try wine-tasting at the Three Choirs Vineyard, or visit the Birds of Prey Centre all nearby.
Turpins Cottage, Blackbrook, near Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 2DB.
Turpin’s Cottage overlooks a wooded dell, and adjoins a play field, Belper is close by and Bakewell a short drive.
The Hill Coachouse, Barrow-on-Trent, Derbyshire, DE73 7HH.
At the end of a long drive, with stabling available, Swarkestone Bridge and Trents water sports area close by.
The Coach House, Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7 9JG.
Dating from 1780 this spacious coach house provides excellent accommodation for extended groups, with woodburner and open fire.
Dinhope Big Barn, Lower Dinchope, Shropshire, SY7 9JH.
Perfect for a family holiday this spacious barn conversion makes an ideal base for touring Shropshire taking in town and country.
Clusters Chapel, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 2JL.
If you are looking for somewhere to comfortably house a large group then Clusters Chapel might just fit the bill.
Halford Big Barn, Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7 9JG.
Superb, barn that can accommodate larger parties in true comfort, spacious living rooms and generous en-suite bedrooms, nearly 500 listed buildings nearby.
The Farmhouse, Newent, Gloucestershire, GL18 1JH.
This spacious, characterful property with plenty of on-site facilities including a pool and tennis court, is great for that special family get-together.
WhichCottage currently lists 305 large holiday houses sleeping 8 or more in the Heart of England, all self-catering and bookable through the letting agency on each property page.
The most are in or near Skegness (22), Oswestry (18), Bakewell (11), Leek (11) and Shrewsbury (11).
At 220 of these 305 you can. Each property page says how many pets are welcome.
Prices depend on the dates, the length of stay and current offers, so they are shown live on each property page once you pick your dates.