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Retreat Venues

Peaceful UK locations for wellness, creative, and group retreats

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Houses for group retreats

  • Great for large groups

    From £1,000 / night

    2 nights ≈ £2,000 · ~£58 per person

    No booking fees

    Mill End Mitcheldean

    Mitcheldean
    Sleeps 34|14 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £700 / night

    2 nights ≈ £1,400 · ~£46 per person

    No booking fees

    The Grange Manor House

    Setchey
    Sleeps 30|8 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £1,580 / night

    2 nights ≈ £3,160 · ~£130 per person

    No booking fees

    Trebrowen

    Angle
    Sleeps 24|10 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £3,000 / night

    2 nights ≈ £6,000 · ~£150 per person

    No booking fees

    Sparkford Hall

    Sparkford
    Sleeps 40|16 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £600 / night

    2 nights ≈ £1,200 · ~£42 per person

    No booking fees

    The Castle

    Capel-y-Ffin
    Sleeps 28|9 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £1,850 / night

    2 nights ≈ £3,700 · ~£142 per person

    No booking fees

    Barton Court

    near Malvern
    Sleeps 26|11 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £2,000 / night

    2 nights ≈ £4,000 · ~£180 per person

    No booking fees

    Manor of Hurst

    Berkshire
    Sleeps 22|7 bedrooms
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  • From £1,225 / night

    2 nights ≈ £2,450 · ~£136 per person

    No booking fees

    Blackton Grange Estate

    Barnard Castle
    Sleeps 18|8 bedrooms
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  • From £750 / night

    2 nights ≈ £1,500 · ~£106 per person

    No booking fees

    Castle Hill Cottage

    rotherfield
    Sleeps 14|6 bedrooms
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  • From £580 / night

    2 nights ≈ £1,160 · ~£104 per person

    No booking fees

    Broad Park

    Rock
    Sleeps 11|6 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £1,850 / night

    2 nights ≈ £3,700 · ~£66 per person

    No booking fees

    Compton Pool Farm

    Marldon
    Sleeps 56|28 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £1,750 / night

    2 nights ≈ £3,500 · ~£66 per person

    No booking fees

    Gunthorpe Hall

    Melton Constable
    Sleeps 52|16 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £180 / night

    2 nights ≈ £360 · ~£6 per person

    No booking fees

    Glamp and Tipple

    GREAT ELLINGHAM
    Sleeps 48|9 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £900 / night

    2 nights ≈ £1,800 · ~£44 per person

    No booking fees

    Hurtwood Events CIC

    Guildford
    Sleeps 40|13 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £850 / night

    2 nights ≈ £1,700 · ~£42 per person

    No booking fees

    Tyr Abad Residential Centre

    Llandovery
    Sleeps 40|9 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £3,400 / night

    2 nights ≈ £6,800 · ~£194 per person

    No booking fees

    McArthur Manor

    Blairgowrie
    Sleeps 35|16 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £1,000 / night

    2 nights ≈ £2,000 · ~£58 per person

    No booking fees

    Cholwell Hall

    Temple Cloud
    Sleeps 34|10 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £120 / night

    2 nights ≈ £240 · ~£8 per person

    No booking fees

    Village Farm Holiday Barns

    Notgrove
    Sleeps 30|15 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £1,200 / night

    2 nights ≈ £2,400 · ~£80 per person

    No booking fees

    Cotswold Manor House

    Badminton
    Sleeps 30|6 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £2,500 / night

    2 nights ≈ £5,000 · ~£172 per person

    No booking fees

    Tre-Vern

    Llangarron
    Sleeps 29|11 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £4,500 / night

    2 nights ≈ £9,000 · ~£320 per person

    No booking fees

    Balcombe Place

    West Sussex
    Sleeps 28|14 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £4,000 / night

    2 nights ≈ £8,000 · ~£284 per person

    No booking fees

    Dewsall Court

    Callow
    Sleeps 28|11 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £1,000 / night

    2 nights ≈ £2,000 · ~£70 per person

    No booking fees

    Castle Hill House

    East Staffordshire
    Sleeps 28|8 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £2,245 / night

    2 nights ≈ £4,490 · ~£160 per person

    No booking fees

    Balvonie House

    North Ayrshire
    Sleeps 28|12 bedrooms
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The setting

Inspiring Spaces for Connection

Finding the right environment is crucial for a successful retreat. Our selection of retreat venues across the UK offers the perfect balance of tranquillity, luxury, and functionality. Whether you're hosting a yoga retreat, a writing workshop, or a team wellness weekend, our houses provide a nurturing base.

Retreat-Ready Highlights

  • Secluded and quiet locations for deep focus
  • Large communal areas for workshops and sessions
  • Luxury bedrooms providing comfort for all attendees
  • Fully equipped kitchens for group catering
  • Beautiful outdoor spaces for meditation and exercise
  • Serene Settings

    Properties in peaceful locations to help your group disconnect and recharge.

  • Open Spaces

    Large internal and external areas for group sessions and individual reflection.

  • Luxury Finish

    High-quality interiors and amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for all.

Exclusive use

Private Retreat Venues Across the UK

A private retreat venue — where the group has exclusive use of the entire house, grounds, and facilities — offers something commercial retreat centres cannot: complete immersion in a single environment, free from the distraction of other groups or paying guests. Whether the retreat is a yoga and meditation weekend, a creative writing workshop, a leadership development programme, or a wellness immersion, the quality of the physical environment directly shapes the quality of the experience.

For retreat groups of 10 to 15, a well-chosen country house with a large reception room suitable for workshop sessions, multiple breakout spaces, and enclosed outdoor areas for morning yoga works exceptionally well. For groups of 20, our larger estate properties with separate annexes provide the variety of spaces that a structured retreat programme requires. The Lake District, Peak District, and Cornwall are popular retreat destinations for their combination of natural beauty and peaceful settings.

Features That Enhance Retreat Experiences

A hot tub or outdoor soaking area significantly enhances wellness retreat programmes. Properties with large open-plan spaces or barn conversions with high ceilings work well for yoga, movement, and workshop sessions. Natural light, views of nature, and grounds for walking meditations are valuable for all retreat types. Browse our collection and contact property owners directly to discuss your retreat group's specific requirements.

Retreat Venue FAQs

Can I hire a house exclusively for a yoga or wellness retreat?

Yes — all our properties offer exclusive use. Many have large reception rooms or barn spaces that work perfectly for group yoga, meditation or wellness workshops.

Do retreat venues have suitable spaces for group activities?

Our retreat properties typically include large open spaces, gardens or grounds that can accommodate group sessions, outdoor yoga and mindfulness activities.

Can we bring external facilitators or retreat leaders to the property?

Absolutely — you are welcome to bring your own retreat facilitators, therapists or instructors. The property is yours exclusively for the duration of your stay.

Still have questions? We're here to help!

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Trusted for group getaways across the UK

Why Book with Group Escape Houses

Whole-house group stays, booked direct with the owner.

  • Whole-House Stays

    We list whole-house rentals, taken by one group at a time. Each listing sets out its own arrangement, so check the property page for anything you need confirmed.

  • Set Up for Groups

    Whole-house group stays — open-plan kitchens, plenty of bathrooms, ample communal space, and direct contact with the owner.

  • Luxury at Every Level

    From cosy large cottages to grand manor houses and castles — find the level of comfort that suits your group.

  • Simple Direct Booking

    We add no booking fees — you enquire directly and a UK-based team is on hand to help at every step.

  • 24-Hour Response

    Our UK team replies within 24 hours to help you find the right house and plan the stay.

  • Add-On Experiences

    Enhance your stay with private chefs, cocktail masterclasses, spa treatments, and more — arrange it all with one enquiry.

Ready to Find Your Perfect Group House?

Browse our collection of whole-house properties across the UK — whole-house group stays.