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Family Short Breaks
Time spent as a family is precious, and if the children are happy then the adults are happy too. Family Short Breaks holiday rentals have what it takes to make a family break a success. Sometimes it's simply the spaceΒ to make noise and roam freely, and the re-assurance of a child-friendly welcome on arrival.Β
Be it a nearby beach and the loan of bicycles, an adventure playground or a pool table for a rainy day, our Family Short breaks accommodation will have something for everyone.
From a Grade II listed holiday cottage in Gloucestershire with a heated swimming pool to a six bedroomed lodge in Somerset with a spacious games room, our Family Short Breaks holiday rentals offer a host of options.Β
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Viney Hill Country House - Gloucestershire
Prices from Β£1,650.00
Viney Hill Country House is an enchanting period house built in 1741, which has been extended and renovated to a very high standard. The house is set in approximately an acre of lawns and gardens, overlooking the beautiful Gloucestershire countryside and adjacent to the magnificent Royal Forest of Dean, which is situated between the river Severn and Wye Valley.
- 8 Bedrooms, 7 En-Suite 1 Large Family Bathroom
- Heated Enclosed Swimming pool (please bring your own pool towels)
- BBQ and BBQ Hut (charcoal not provided)
- 2 pets by prior arrangement
- Hen and Stag Parties only by prior conversation
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Fuzzy Orchard - Somerset
Prices from Β£1,720.00
Luxury timber-clad holiday lodge in sleeping 12 in 6 ensuite bedrooms, 2 more beds available (extra charge), private indoor pool, sauna, hot tub, games room, Scandi style BBQ lodge, childrenβs play equipment. 2 cots. 2 dogs (extra charge). Great for: Holidays and celebrations with friends and family, elegant hen weekends, corporate breaks
- Sleeps 12
- 2 Extra beds (extra charge)
- Indoor Pool
- Hot Tub
- Sauna
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Wye Rapids House - Herefordshire
Prices from Β£2,750.00
13 bedroom (11 ensuite) converted hotel overlooking the River Wye rapids at Symonds Yat. Large dining room , bar, lounge, patio, riverside garden plus outdoor hot tub (that can be hired) and games room. Plenty of room to relax and enjoy the sights and sound of nature all around you. An ideal pet-friendly cottage for large group holidays. With flat walks and 3 nearby pubs and restaurants, Wye Rapids provides an idyllic retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life for up to 30 guests (26 adults max plus 4 children)
- 11 ensuite Bedrooms plus family room and shared bathroom sleeps 26 adults plus 4 children
- Hot tub hire available
- All dine together
- Fully commercial kitchen
- Offroad parking for 16 cars
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The Cottage Beyond - Somerset
Prices from Β£1,750.00
A unique, spacious family home which has been transformed from a modest farmworkerβs cottage into a fully accessible fabulous architect-designed contemporary residence brimming with βWOW!β factor.
- Private indoor heated pool
- Sleeps up to 14+2 extra
- Hot tub and sauna
- Idyllic rural location
- Large landscaped garden
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Beaverbrook 20 - Somerset
Prices from Β£3,850.00
Super-sized and super-stylish 5 star barn conversion sleeping 20 in 10 ensuite bedrooms, plus room for up to 10 extra guests, charged per person. Thereβs a spa hall with a heated pool, sauna and hot tub, a games room with pool, table tennis, air hockey and table football, and a movie room. At the front of the house there's a cobbled courtyard, at the back the walled garden has a BBQ lodge and play equipment. 3 cots available. 3 dogs welcome (small charge per pet).
- Sleeps 20 + 10
- 10 ensuite bedrooms
- Spa Hall with pool, hot tub and sauna
- Games Room
- Movie Room
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Whimbrels Barton - Somerset
Prices from Β£1,500.00
Converted stables and haylofts sleeping 16 guests in 8 bedrooms over 3 adjoining barns. Huge living/entertaining space, wood fired hot tub, 2 quirky outdoor baths, table tennis, air hockey, trampoline. 1 full size cot, 1 travel cot. 2 dogs (extra charge). Great for: Family holidays and celebrations.
- Sleeps 16
- Wood Fired Hot Tub
- Quirky Outdoor Baths
- Trampoline
- BBQ and Patio
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The Cedars, Devon - Devon
Prices from Β£1,600.00
The Cedars is a luxury contemporary house in a secluded setting amidst the breathtaking countryside of the Blackdown Hills in Devon. 5 en suite bedrooms sleep 10 guests, room for 2 more at an extra charge; luxurious modern interiors, and outside, a swim spa, BBQ lodge, firepit, pizza oven, outdoor table tennis, trampoline and play area. 1 x cot. Sorry, no pets. Due to the location of the property we can only accept family groups.
- 5 Bedrooms Sleeps 12 Guests
- Year Round Swim Spa (from 1st May - 30th September the swim spa runs at 32.5 - 36Β°C)
- BBQ Lodge for year round use
- Gas BBQ & Pizza Oven (1st April - 31st October)
- Large patio with gas bbq and furniture
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Crowcombe - Somerset
Prices from Β£1,500.00
Luxury holiday lodge nestled at the foot of the Quantock Hills. 6 ensuite bedrooms sleep 14, room for 1 extra guest (extra charge), private indoor pool, games area with pool table, trampoline and outdoor play equipment. 2 toddler beds, 2 cots. 2 dogs (extra charge). Great for: holidays and celebrations with friends and family, refined hen weekends, corporate breaks
- Sleeps 14
- 1 Extra bed (extra charge)
- Indoor Pool
- Games Area
- BBQ
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The Granary - Somerset
Prices from Β£3,950.00
Converted grain barn at the foot of the Quantock Hills. Sleeps 18 in 9 ensuite bedrooms, 6 extra beds available (extra charge), private indoor pool, hot tub, BBQ lodge, games area. 3 cots. 2 dogs (extra charge). Great for: All kinds of large group stays
- Sleeps 18
- 6 Extra beds (extra charge)
- Indoor Pool & Hot Tub
- Games Room
- BBQ Lodge
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Jurston Barn - Somerset
Prices from Β£1,720.00
In 2010, Jurston Barn was a traditional, listed 17th-century stone and brick cob barn, built for one of the prosperous farms on this side of Wellington in Somerset. Today it has been lovingly turned into a luxurious holiday house that sleeps 12, retaining charming original features.
- Sleeps 12 plus cots and toddler beds
- 6 en suite bedrooms
- Private hot tub and indoor pool
- Pool table and table football
- Gas BBQ
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The Island in Oxfordshire - Oxfordshire
Prices from Β£3,500.00
This is a house on a REAL Island! Nestled between Oxford & The Cotswold. Your adventure starts with a little boat journey across the lake to your very own private island. The island sleeps 16-22, boasts some beautiful interiors and a dorm room (not just for kids). Gather your friends and family together for a truly memorable stay. Please note that we do not own the lake and you cannot have access into the water but if its water sports you are looking for then you can book in with Hardwick Water Sports (seasonal) on the next lake. Prices are based on 16 people and additional costs from Β£220 apply for each guest after that.
- Private Island with access via boat
- Sleeps 22, Prices are for 16 & additional charges apply for additional guests
- Hot tub
- Bar & pool table
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Teds Place - Somerset
Prices from Β£1,150.00
Modern house with a private riverside setting on the Somerset Levels. 6 bedrooms sleep 12, 1 extra bed available for a child aged 16 years and under, swim spa, games room. 2 cots. 2 dogs welcome (extra charge). Great for: Holidays with friends and family, elegant hen weekends, corporate breaks
- Sleeps 12
- 1 Extra bed for age under 16 yrs
- Swim Spa
- Games Room
- 2 x dogs (extra charge)
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Walnut Arbour - Somerset
Prices from Β£1,500.00
Sleeps 12 in country cottage with indoor pool, outdoor hot tub, sauna, steam room and games room
- 5 STAR Property
- Private Heated indoor Pool
- Sleeps 12 plus 2 children
- Hut tub under Glass roof Gazebo
- Six bedrooms & 4 Bathrooms
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Julesbrook - Devon
Prices from Β£1,450.00
Julesbrook is a lovingly converted holiday house for large groups, with snooze space for 16 guests in 7 bedrooms. On the ground floor thereβs a games room, movie room/living room, a large kitchen, dining room and 2 bedrooms; upstairs are 5 bedrooms. The large garden has a hot tub and a play area, outdoor furniture and a barbecue.
- Sleeps 16 in 7 bedrooms
- Hot tub
- Games room
- Play area
- 2 dogs welcome (small charge per pet)
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Hurstone - Somerset
Prices from Β£1,700.00
Large country holiday house in Somerset sleeping 14 guests in 7 bedrooms. Self-contained ensuite annexe for 2 more guests (extra charge), games room with half size snooker table, private hot tub, large grounds and paddock.
- Sleeps 14 in 7 bedrooms
- Annexe for 2 more guests (charged)
- Large private hot tub
- Games room with snooker table
- 1 small dog (extra charge)
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Kingshay Barton - Somerset
Prices from Β£3,850.00
Converted barn sleeping 20 in 10 ensuite bedrooms, 3 extra beds available for children aged 12 years and under (extra charge), private spa hall with pool, hot tub and sauna, games room, cinema room, BBQ bothy, large grounds. 2 cots. 2+ dogs by negotiation (extra charge). Great for: Multi-generational families, younger families, older groups of friends & family. Not suitable for: Stag/hen parties
- Sleeps 20
- 3 Extra beds (extra charge)
- Spa Hall
- Cinema Room
- Games Room
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Churchill 20 - Somerset
Prices from Β£3,850.00
A stunning holiday house for large groups, with a fabulous blend of contemporary indoor and outdoor living. Sleeps 20 in 10 ensuite bedrooms, plus up to 10 more guests at an extra charge per person. Thereβs a spa hall with a pool, hot tub and sauna, a games room with a pool table, air hockey, table football and table tennis, a movie room and play equipment. 3 cots available. 3 dogs welcome (small charge per pet).
- Sleeps 20 + 10
- 10 ensuite bedrooms
- Spa Hall with pool, hot tub and sauna
- Games Room
- Movie Room
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Withymans - Somerset
Prices from Β£1,400.00
Georgian farmhouse in a peaceful hamlet. Sleeps 12 in 6 bedrooms, 2 extra guest beds (extra charge), hot tub, games room, movie room, trampoline. 1 cot. 2 dogs (extra charge). Great for: Holidays and celebrations with family and friends, elegant hen weekends, corporate breaks
- Sleeps 12
- 2 Extra beds (extra charge)
- Hot Tub
- Movie Room
- BBQ
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Wayside, Devon - Devon
Prices from Β£1,750.00
Contemporary country house sleeping 13 people in 5 spacious bedrooms, in a private and secluded setting with far reaching views across the beautiful Devon countryside. There's a covered heated pool, a hot tub, barrel sauna, year round BBQ lodge, games room, and an amazing children's play area and trampoline. Extra guests can book our Dreamview Shepherds Huts (charged).
- Sleeps 13 in 5 bedrooms (2 en suite)
- Covered heated pool for year round use
- Hot Tub and Sauna
- Games Room with Pool Table and Smart TV
- BBQ Lodge for all year round use
