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Manor Houses to Rent for Groups in the UK

Grand historic manor houses with exclusive use for exceptional group celebrations

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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 £1,200 / 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 £2,245 / night

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

    No booking fees

    Balvonie House

    North Ayrshire
    Sleeps 28|12 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £2,000 / night

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

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    Manor of Hurst

    Berkshire
    Sleeps 22|7 bedrooms
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  • Great for large groups

    From £900 / night

    2 nights ≈ £1,800 · ~£84 per person

    No booking fees

    Plas Pantyderi Manor

    Newport (Pembrokeshire)
    Sleeps 21|10 bedrooms
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  • From £3,575 / night

    2 nights ≈ £7,150 · ~£376 per person

    No booking fees

    Wern Manor

    Porthmadog
    Sleeps 19|10 bedrooms
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  • From £700 / night

    2 nights ≈ £1,400 · ~£82 per person

    No booking fees

    Penty Parc

    Clarbeston rd
    Sleeps 17|9 bedrooms
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Manor Houses

UK manor houses offer a category of group accommodation that blends genuine historic grandeur with the practicality of modern self-catering. These are properties with real provenance — former seats of landed estates, centuries-old country manors — taken on an exclusive-use basis, with capacity stated on each individual listing.

Renting a manor house for your group creates an experience unlike any other. The combination of grand reception rooms, historic architecture, extensive grounds and the total freedom of exclusive use makes these properties the ultimate backdrop for weddings, milestone birthdays, and corporate retreats.

Historic Manor House Rentals for Groups

Manor houses range from intimate restored Tudor and Georgian properties to grand Victorian manors spread across multiple wings. Many have been sensitively updated to include hot tubs, games rooms, and contemporary kitchens while retaining original fireplaces, panelled rooms and sweeping staircases.

The grounds of a manor house are part of the experience — formal gardens, kitchen gardens, parkland, and often a lake or tennis court. For groups seeking tennis courts or fishing lakes, manor houses are the most likely property type to offer both.

What to Expect

  • Genuine historic properties with centuries of provenance
  • Grand reception rooms for group dining and events
  • Extensive grounds — gardens, parkland and often a lake
  • Exclusive use of the entire estate
  • Often includes tennis courts, fishing and outdoor spaces
  • Grand Interiors

    Panelled rooms, original fireplaces and sweeping staircases throughout.

  • Historic Provenance

    Genuine manor houses with centuries of history and character.

  • 12–50 Guests

    Manor houses from intimate to grand estate scale, all exclusive use.

Why a Manor House Makes the Perfect Group Venue

The scale and layout of a manor house is designed for communal living in a way that modern new-builds simply cannot replicate. Multiple reception rooms mean groups can spread out — a quiet room for those who want a book by the fire, a games room for the competitive contingent, and a great hall or dining room where everyone comes together for meals. The grounds provide space for arrivals, pre-dinner drinks, and morning walks.

Manor Houses for Weddings and Celebrations

Many of our manor houses are licensed for civil ceremonies, making them ideal for intimate wedding venues where ceremony, reception, and accommodation all take place in one magnificent property. The combination of exclusive use and overnight accommodation for all guests creates a uniquely relaxed and celebratory atmosphere.

Best Regions for Manor House Rentals

The highest concentration of historic manor houses available for group rental is found in the Cotswolds, Devon, Kent, and the Welsh borders. Yorkshire and Northumberland offer remarkable value at the grandest scale, while Scotland delivers baronial manor houses with a completely distinct character.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Manor Houses

Everything you need to know before booking

What is a manor house and how is it different from a country house?

A manor house is typically a historic property that was the seat of a landed estate — larger and grander than a standard country house, with formal grounds and more significant architectural features. Country houses are a broader category including farmhouses and rural retreats.

How much does it cost to rent a manor house for a group?

Manor house rentals for groups typically start from £3,000–£5,000 for a weekend, with the largest estate properties reaching £15,000+. The per-person cost often compares favourably with hotel accommodation given the exclusive use of all spaces.

Can we use a manor house for a wedding?

Many of our manor houses are licensed for civil ceremonies and offer the combination of ceremony venue, reception space and overnight accommodation for all guests. Contact our team to discuss specific requirements.

Do manor houses allow large groups?

Yes — manor houses are well suited to larger groups. Each listing shows its exact sleeping capacity, and some estates include additional accommodation in converted outbuildings.

Are manor houses dog-friendly?

Some manor houses do accept well-behaved dogs. Check the individual property listing for pet policies, as these vary and some properties restrict access to certain areas.

Can we hire a private chef at a manor house?

Yes — a private chef is one of the most popular additions to a manor house stay. We can arrange everything from a single dinner to full catering across your stay. Contact our team for details.

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  • 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.

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