9 Occasions perfect for large group accommodation

Emma Morrell

At Hirasté, we provide you with amazing accommodations suitable for large group bookings. One of the huge benefits of group accommodation is that it reduces the cost of your stay and makes it a much more affordable option for a getaway.  But have you considered all of the occasions when staying in a large holiday house with family and friends offers the perfect venue for celebrations?

1. Holiday

OK, so the first one is the most obvious one.  But there are so many benefits to a group family holiday.  As well as it being more cost effective, there's the fact that you can share all the responsibilities, from booking, to cooking!  You have ready made child minders so you can have a date night.  And the fact that spending time with your friends and family in a relaxed situation is always good for your soul.  A group holiday could easily become your favourite type of holiday.

2. Stag and hen parties

A big party house is a great way to celebrate a stag or hen weekend.  Group accommodation allows the entire party to stay together, ensuring no one misses out on the festivities. Whether you’re planning a quiet weekend or an adventurous one, sharing a large accommodation as a base for the activities is ideal.  You can organise group trips, and the facilities ensure there are enough activities to keep everyone in the group happy.

3. Celebration Event

How about celebrating a milestone birthday, wedding anniversary, or family celebration with friends or family?  It's a great way to get together and celebrate.  Take in the attractions in the surrounding area during the day, party in the evening. 

The cost of hiring a venue for a party, the caterers, the entertainment, all adds up.  Before you know it, you've spent a few thousand pounds on one evening celebration, when you could have celebrated with everyone for longer in a large holiday home.  Here at Hirasté, we like to drag our birthdays out for at least a week or longer!

If you're planning a special occasion there are lots of holiday homes in the UK that could be your perfect group accommodation.

4. Festivals

Music and cultural festivals are such a great experience.  But...you may be put off by the thought of camping, or trying to find a local hotel.  What about enjoying the festival and then returning to a holiday cottage with your friends?  You can talk about your experiences of the day and sleep in a comfortable bed!  Maybe even enjoy a soak in the hot tub to recharge ready for day 2 of the festival.

5. Reunion

We don't know about you, but we have friends spread far and wide across the UK (and far beyond!), and we don't get to see them very often.  The older we get the more complicated it seems to be to arrange seeing one another, because it's not just us anymore.  The group keeps expanding with partners and children!  A get together now involves at least 10 or more people meaning a large self-catering holiday property is the ideal solution for us.

Big cottages provide the perfect space for everyone to stay together under one roof, ensuring no one feels left out. Many group accommodations come with large communal areas perfect for large gatherings, barbecues, games room, and tennis court. This setup provides a more intimate environment compared to booking multiple hotel rooms.  And the added bonus is big houses to rent often have private swimming pools and acres of private land.

6. Wedding

Research conducted by American Express last year found that on average people spend £1000 attending a wedding as a guest!  But it's not hard to see how that adds up when you think about it; clothes, gifts, drinks, travel and of course accommodation.  

Staying in one accommodation suitable for a big group of friends or family reduces the cost and is the perfect setting for a weekend of celebrations.  Especially if you are coming from different locations. It makes it easier to coordinate plans and enjoy pre- and post-wedding events.  If you are planning your own wedding, it's a great idea for the wedding party.

7. Girls Getaway 

Spa days can cost so much money, when instead you could do a whole weekend away with your girlfriends.  Bring your own spa treatments and use the indoor swimming pool and sauna on site.  Many party houses to rent have private hot tubs.

Is there any better way to recharge, than by cooking great food with your very best friends, set in stunning picturesque surroundings in the English countryside?

8. Challenge

Planning a hiking, cycling, or skiing trip with friends or a club? Group accommodation is perfect for such adventures. It offers plenty of space to store equipment and provides a comfortable place to relax after a day of activities.

Properties located near popular sports destinations often have facilities like drying rooms, secure storage, and even saunas to enhance your stay.

9. Christmas 

I love big family gatherings at Christmas time.  But it is often hard to find the table space for everyone.  Imagine Christmas with all of your nearest and dearest in a big country house.  Room for everyone at the table.  A kitchen big enough for everyone to pitch in with Christmas dinner.  And enough bedrooms for everyone to sleep in.  Just make sure Father Christmas knows your change of address.

Large houses are the perfect place to bring in the New Year too, and no one needs to worry about trying to get a taxi home.

TLDR...

Group accommodation has so many benefits for various occasions, from reunions and weddings to girlie weekends. It provides a unique opportunity to stay together, share experiences, and create lasting memories in a comfortable and often more affordable setting. Next time you’re planning a special event or getaway, consider the advantages of group accommodation.  Let Hirasté find somewhere perfect for you to celebrate those special occasions with family and friends - head to our search page now to find the perfect place for you and your group or just start browsing our properties to see what takes your fancy.