11 Incredible Group Stays for New Year 2026

If you’re planning a group getaway for 2026, you’re not too late to book somewhere truly impressive. Whether you’re looking for your own private castle or a cosy cottage by the sea, GroupAccommodation.com has you covered.

Below you’ll find 11 of our top picks for a truly memorable NYE celebration. Games rooms, grand dining halls, saunas — one property can even lay on a red carpet and a cocktail reception for your guests.

Don’t hang around, these won’t last long!

Middleton Castle, Norfolk

New Year’s Eve in your own private castle – what’s not to like? Whether you’re planning a family celebration or creating your own game of Traitors, this castle has it all. 

There’s space for up to 30 guests in 15 bedrooms, and the incredible dining room pictured here is just one of many incredible spaces to celebrate in. 

Offer: Enquire via the property page for the latest pricing.

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Alice Howe, Cumbria

Ring in the new year in the Lake District at this fantastic luxury party house just a short stroll from Lake Windermere. 

With a hot tub, cinema room and open fires, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy with your nearest and dearest no matter the weather. 

Offer: 7 nights from the 28th of December for 14 guests for £5942 (£424 per person)

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Tara Manor - full sized pool table in the function room

Tara Manor, County Tyrone

This spacious holiday home in Omagh sleeps up to 22 guests (plus more on sofa beds), and with a private hot tub, it’s a fantastic spot to kick back and relax. 

For entertainment, the dedicated bar and function room includes a full-size professional snooker table, offering a great social space to ring in the New Year. 

Offer: 2 nights for up to 26 guests for £2700. 

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Buttercups Haybarn - wonderful indoor family friendly pool

Buttercups and Hayloft, Shropshire

These fantastic cottages near Chester, and within easy reach of Manchester and Birmingham, have fantastic facilities for a family New Year. 

Sleeping up to 16 guests across 9 bedrooms, there’s an indoor heated pool and great countryside walks right on your doorstep.

Offer: 29th December or 4+ nights from only £4750. 

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Ormidale Old Barn - spacious open plan living

Ormidale Old Barn, Argyll

Interested in Scottish NYE? This property for up to 16 guests has a games room, sauna AND hot tub — you won’t be getting bored! 

If the weather is fine, you can enjoy the tennis court and amazing local scenery; if not, luxury facilities await. 

Offer: Enquire now for latest pricing. 

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Augill Castle, Cumbria

Enjoy a castle of your own for this Cumbrian option! Amazing original features throughout mean you can settle in and celebrate in style with your nearest and dearest. 

Plus, with fully catered options available, you can really relax. 

Offer: Up to 20 adults – fully catered £9000, or DIY for £7900. 

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Brookside, Wye Valley

This fantastic holiday home near Ross-on-Wye sleeps up to 24 guests. With high ceilings and crackling fire places, there’s plenty of room for your group to celebrate together. 

The games room, party room and swimming pool are an added bonus. 

Offer: Enquire for pricing. 

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Coastguard Cottage, Northumberland

This cosy coastal cottage in Craster sleeps up to 8 guests, perfect for an intimate NYE celebration by the sea. 

Sit by the fire, or stroll into town to enjoy one of the great pubs on the harbourside. Longer coastal walks available for those wanting to burn off the Christmas indulgence! 

Offer: Enquire for pricing. 

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Hembal Manor, Cornwall

Book this large luxury country house near St Austell for a fantastic NYE celebration for up to 16 guests. 

The beautifully restored 16th-century Grade II listed manor house is set within 6 acres of private gardens, meadowland, and natural woodland, perfect for a private celebration.

Offer: 7 nights (28th Dec – 4th Jan) for £2995.

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McArthur Manor, Perthshire

With space for up to 33 guests and its own function room, this Highland home is perfect for an unforgettable NYE knees-up. 

The property is fully equipped with a wide variety of games and entertainment equipment, including pool, table tennis, karaoke, a 150″ screen for movies/xbox, DJ lights and more. 

Offer: Professionally decorated manor + complimentary red carpet with cocktails, 4 nights for £15,500. 

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Queenwood, Cornwall

Get pampered over the New Year break at these lovely lodges with on-site wellness and leisure facilities. 

Sleeping up to 24 guests across three lodges, there are some great options for groups of all sizes. 

Offer: Enquire via the property page for the latest pricing. 

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