10 Great Airbnbs For Couples, Friends & Families
Laughton, Lewes
Best For Couples
Price: £100 a night.
Sleeps: 2
If you're looking for somewhere relaxed and romantic, this is the perfect place. Whether you want to go hiking around the South Downs, take a day trip to Brighton or just relax on a deck chair with a glass of prosecco, this quaint shepherd's hut is just the ticket. Set in beautiful, peaceful surroundings in a field behind the host’s house, the site is completely private, with a walled garden separating the two. Complete with sun loungers, a hot tub, parking for two cars and even an electric vehicle charging point, this has to be one of the best value entries on this list.
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Stedham, West Sussex
Best Cosy Cottage
Price: £126 a night
Sleeps: 2
This romantic cottage is nestled in the quiet village of Stedham with numerous walks right on the doorstep and a great village pub only a seven-minute stroll away. Complete with its own private garden, the property has plenty of characterful features and there’s also a BBQ outside with comfortable outdoor sofas to lounge on. The bedroom is at the front of the house with a lovely view of the village street, and it has an extremely comfortable king-size bed.
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Margate, Kent
Best Seaside Location
Price: £225 a night
Sleeps: 4
This pet-friendly seaside retreat has everything you need to really switch off. Sleeping up to four guests – making it perfect for a couple of couples – kick off your sandy shoes after a walk along the Viking Coastal Trail to soak in the tub that looks out to sea; spin original vinyl on the record player; read the papers on the balcony; or shake up cocktails from the bar. There’s also a games chest, private yoga classes and private chefs available upon request, and even massages, reflexology and reiki that can be sorted and booked for you. There's also a shared garden out the back and free parking available, too – but the fast-speed train service from London’s Victoria station will get you there in les than two hours.
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Shepherd’s Bush, London
Best Of Both Worlds
Price: £275 a night
Sleeps: 4
If you don’t fancy leaving the city, but still want something that feels like a luxury retreat, this exclusive one-bedroom apartment – part of the Soho House development in White City – offers the best of both worlds. Given its close association with Soho House, guests can benefit from the same list of amenities, including communal workspaces, a concierge and lifestyle assistant, on-site cinemas, pools, gyms and a juice bar. There’s also an on-site laundry and groceries service, fast internet and a sofa bed for extra guests.
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Bloxham, Oxfordshire
Best For Multiple Families
Price: £1,009 a night
Sleeps: 10
Given how many this property sleeps, the value is extraordinary. Based in the idyllic Cotswolds, it’s perfect for a couple of families looking for a summer staycation. Complete with an outdoor pool, free parking and all the mod cons, it has everything you need for a fun week or weekend away. It’s also close to local shops and within walking distance from some of the best pubs and eateries in the area – plus, it can accommodate a maximum of six adults, plus a further six children in bunk beds and single beds. There’s also a cot set up in the single room. Dogs are welcome for an additional charge.
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Bix, Henley-on-Thames
Best For Families
Price: £600 a night
Sleeps: 4
A stunning byre conversion in rural Oxfordshire, this cottage is perfect for days spent exploring the Chiltern Hills or simply lounging by the pool. As part of an 18th century cluster farmyard surrounded by rolling fields, Bix Cottage has been renovated to a high-end finish and is a great choice for a family or small group of friends. Conveniently located just a few miles away from the pretty town of Henley-on-Thames, the interiors are best described as English country style with a modern twist, with features including decorative Pooky light fittings, a high-spec kitchen and oak-beamed ceilings. All the accommodation is set out over one level for easy living and the layout is open plan. Special mention goes to the Bix cheese that will be waiting for you on arrival, which is produced at the local, award-winning Nettlebed Creamery. Also – pets are allowed, but at an additional fee of £30 per dog.
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Fittleworth, South Downs
Best For Summer Parties
Price: £386 a night
Sleeps: 8
Badgers Cottage is a peaceful three-bedroom retreat in the South Downs tucked away in the picturesque village of Fittleworth. Wooden beams and exposed brick walls feature in the vast open plan living space, which opens out onto the secluded garden edged with woodland. Go exploring on Hesworth Common directly from the front door – there are plenty of pubs and farm shops around, as well as an award-winning convenience store within walking distance selling local food, drinks and wares. Alternatively, nip into the nearby villages of Pulborough, Petworth or Arundel, all of which are home an array of pubs, shops and restaurants. Pets are allowed – but only in the main living areas for an additional fee of £150.
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Banbury, Oxfordshire
Best Setting
Price: £1,148 a night
Sleeps: 10
This newly-built country house is set in 16 acres of gardens, meadows and pastures near Banbury, and can be rented alone (to sleep ten) or with the adjacent cottage (that sleeps six) – plus, it has a swimming pool, a pond with a boat and a kids’ play area. Decorated by designer Josephine Maydon, the interiors are light and bright with high ceilings and beautiful detailing m. Cosy up in front of a roaring open fire, relax in a roll-top bedroom bath or cook something special in the spacious kitchen. There’s also plenty to do in the local area and the freezer can be stocked on arrival. There’s also private catering available.
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Marsh Gibbon, Buckinghamshire
Best For Large Groups
Price: £1,096 a night
Sleeps: 16+
Great for larger groups, this beautiful house is spread over three floors, with an additional annexe to sleep 16 or more guests in total. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you will need for a self-catered stay, and the dining room is located just off from the kitchen with seating for up to 14 guests. The living room has a smart TV with an open fire and comfortable sofas and the garden is generous in size, as well as being home to fruit trees, a lovely swimming pool and an outdoor kitchen with a coal BBQ and pizza oven. There’s enough off-road parking for up to ten cars and while dogs are welcome, they must be kept downstairs and not be left alone in the property.
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Broadway, Worcestershire
Best Blow The Budget Option
Price: £1,715 a night
Sleeps: 16+
Pye Corner is a Grade-II listed ten-bedroom 17th century Cotswold country mansion with extensive formal gardens and an outdoor heated swimming pool (available May-September). The perfect house for a large group holiday, the house is typical to the area with an open-plan kitchen looking out over the extensive garden. It's only an eight-minute walk to the Cotswolds village of Broadway, and offers off-street parking for up to eight cars. The main house has eight bedrooms and six bathrooms to cater for 16 guests, while an additional flat has a further two bedrooms for an extra £300 per night. You’ll find Sky, Apple TV and wi-fi throughout, as well as a croquet lawn, children's play equipment, greenhouses and a piano room.
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