16 Luxury holiday cottages with 7 bedrooms

Boleyn Hall is a classic Georgian farmhouse with 65 acres in rural Suffolk, just 40 minutes’ drive from the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Relax immediately into this sumptuous, informal oasis, which exudes character, inside and out.

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 and a sheltered hot tub - perfect for a relaxing retreat or memorable gathering with family and friends.

Chalkstream Retreat feels like your own wellness spa, hidden in the South Downs National Park near Winchester. Leave your cares at the door of this ultra-modern longhouse, and gaze through the wall of windows over a super sleek swimming pool and the lake beyond.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sitting on the edge of a pretty village, Three Hills Farm overlooks the gently rolling landscape of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. In this rural idyll, unwind with your favourite people, enjoying the views, dipping in and out of the sauna and steam room, and swimming in the natural outdoor pool.

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.

One of the best ways to switch off and relax is to surround yourself with natural beauty. That’s why we all love our countryside breaks. And at Hillacre House in Somerset – one of England’s prettiest counties – the countryside is all around you. It’s visible from every window, from the sweeping lawns, and from the hot tub.

There’s room for all the children, granny and grandpa, and even the dog in this boutique-style holiday home in Bournemouth. When a big family holiday by the sea is just what you need, pile in and make yourselves at home. Enjoy the seaside vibes of the whitewashed walls, shabby chic cabinets and bleached wood and sea grass details.

Newburrow Farm is a little gem in the heart of the Somerset countryside. Dating back to 1564 but totally modernised including two outdoor hot tubs.

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.

Dip your head as you enter beneath ancient beams and low ceilings, run your hand along the exposed Welsh stone walls, and warm yourself in the glow the log burner. This cottage may be cosy but it has room for up to 16 guests in seven luxury ensuite bedrooms.