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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alton Hall Cottage, Alton | 10 | 4 | No | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| The Nook, Hogsthorpe | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Meadow View, Harley | 10 | 5 | Yes (up to 1) | enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| The Cottage, Bewdley | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Otters View, Somerford Keynes | 12 | 5 | No | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Fairchild's Barn, Caldecott | 11 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Big Drift Barn, Caldecott | 11 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Hare's Furrow, Burton Overy | 8 | 4 | No | hot tub, pub within 1 mile |
| Tissington Ford Barn, Bradbourne | 12 | 6 | Yes (up to 1) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden |
| Sunshine Cottage, Kirk Langley | 8 | 4 | No | hot tub, wood burner / open fire |
| Bellevue, Harewood End | 15 | 7 | No | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Kingfisher Cottage, Bridgnorth | 14 | 6 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Moorecroft, Buxton | 12 | 5 | Yes (up to 2) | pub within 1 mile |
| Rimmers Farmhouse, Wichenford | 10 | 5 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden |
| Tythe Barn, Grindleford | 8 | 4 | No | enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| The Rookery, Bridgnorth | 20 | 9 | Yes (up to 3) | enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| The Row, Much Marcle | 10 | 5 | Yes (up to 2) | pub within 1 mile |
| West Barn, Holymoorside | 8 | 4 | No | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Brook House, Mathon | 10 | 5 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden |
| Parkers, Mathon | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire |
| The Cotswold Barn, Ampney Crucis | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| The Stalls, Aynho | 8 | 4 | No | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Sinatra Villa, Cheltenham | 16 | 8 | No | hot tub, pub within 1 mile |
| Huckleberry Barn, Chipping Campden | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
Alton Hall Cottage, Alton, nr Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6AS.
Comprising an 18th-century cottage and its neighbouring barn, this lovely property makes an ideal retreat for larger families or groups of friends.
The Nook, Hogsthorpe, near Skegness, Lincolnshire, PE24 5QA.
A great property situated in a fantastic location that offers guests the chance to explore all that Lincolnshire has to offer.
Meadow View, Harley, near Much Wenlock, Shropshire, SY5 6ND.
A detached property offering good accommodation for large groups of people, with a games room and large well maintained gardens to the rear.
The Cottage, Bewdley, near Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY12 1LJ.
A beautifully presented four bedroom house, tucked away in the countryside makes an ideal getaway for families or groups whatever the occasion.
Otters View, Somerford Keynes, near Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 6BG.
A wonderful place for families and groups wanting a luxury getaway and within easy reach of picture box villages like Bourton-on-the Water.
Fairchild's Barn, Caldecott, near Uppingham, Rutland, LE16 8TE.
This modern barn conversion can be booked with neighbouring property, Big Drift Barn, to accommodate up to twenty two guests, perfect for a group getaway to Rutland.
Big Drift Barn, Caldecott, near Uppingham, Rutland, LE16 8TE.
With stunning views of the rolling Rutland countryside, Big Drift Barn is perfect for a group getaway, ideally located close to an abundance of charming towns.
Hare's Furrow, Burton Overy, Leicestershire, LE8 9DP.
This spacious detached property, with its own hot tub, is just 5 miles from the splendid botanic garden at Oadby.
Tissington Ford Barn, Bradbourne, near Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1NP.
Tissington Ford Barn is the perfect property for a large group looking for a countryside getaway.
Sunshine Cottage, Kirk Langley, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 4NG.
A detached barn in a secluded setting with contemporary furnishings and fittings. Situated on a non-working farm with a lovely, south-facing patio garden.
Bellevue, Harewood End, Herefordshire, HR2 8JT.
Dating back 200 years, this grand detached country house, has open fire, multi-fuel burners and chandeliers. Symonds Yat is easily reached.
Kingfisher Cottage, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 6AU.
Guests are able to go fishing on the Chelmarsh Reservoir and the River Severn from this holiday property.
Moorecroft, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6TD.
Scandinavian-style house with swimming pool, cinema, games room and a high quality finish to all rooms, ideally suited to families, and couples holidaying together. Within walking distance...
Rimmers Farmhouse, Wichenford, near Worcester, Worcestershire, WR6 6YT.
This larger family holiday property is in a superb location for discovering Worcestershire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Warwickshire and the Cotswolds.
Tythe Barn, Grindleford, Derbyshire, S32 2HH.
Upside-down accommodation for eight just a few miles from the historic village of Hathersage.
The Rookery, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 6AU.
Sleeping a maximum of 20 guests, this holiday property is the ideal base for large gatherings or family groups to discover Shropshire.
The Row, Much Marcle, near Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 2NU.
This is a great base for outdoor enthusiasts, with canoeing, fishing, climbing and cycling all available within easy reach.
West Barn, Holymoorside, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 7HW.
Set in undisturbed surroundings and right by a stream, this quaint barn conversion oozes character and charm. Great location with many attractions close by.
BROOK HOUSE, Mathon, near Malvern, Herefordshire, WR13 5NX.
Brook House dates from 1670, and has beams, inglenook fireplace and stone floors, and a terrace overlooking Mathon Brook.
PARKERS, Mathon, near Malvern, Herefordshire, WR13 5NX.
This 700-acre estate specialises in breeding cattle and sheep. Parkers dating from 1610, has some antique furniture.
The Cotswold Barn, Ampney Crucis, near Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 5DX.
The Cotswold Barn is fully en-suite and has an open fire for those cold evenings making it perfect at any time of year.
The Stalls, Aynho, near Banbury, Northamptonshire, OX17 3BW.
A short drive from the M40 giving easy access to Birmingham and London, or for simply exploring the delights of the Cotswolds.
Sinatra Villa, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 2LR.
Designed with entertainment in mind this property has its own bar and cinema room or just relax in the private sauna and spa bath.
Huckleberry Barn, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, GL55 6PY.
Great for large groups looking for a luxury bolthole in the Cotswolds. Located near the desirable Chipping Campden, perfectly positioned to enjoy country walks, gastropubs, arboretums, and...
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.