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12 of The Best Group Getaways in East Anglia for 2027

Written by Ed Maughan

East Anglia is one of the UK’s most diverse regions for a group getaway, offering everything from big skies and sandy beaches on the Norfolk and Suffolk coasts to the rolling countryside of Cambridgeshire and historic market towns across Essex. Whether you’re planning a family gathering, a celebration with friends, or a relaxed holiday by the sea, there are plenty of large holiday houses, barns, and cottages that make the perfect base.

In this guide, we’ve rounded up 12 of the best group stays in East Anglia, each with its own character – from converted farmhouses with games rooms and pools to coastal retreats just steps from the beach. Whatever the occasion, you’ll find a property that fits your group perfectly and puts you right at the heart of East Anglia’s charm.

Swaffham

Bodney Hall Farm, Norfolk

Barn and cottage perfect for large family gatherings and groups of friends. Stylish design and open plan living in barn. Lovely outdoor spaces, wood fired hot tubs and a games barn. Lake for wild swimming and woodland walks. Dog friendly.

Bungay

Dukes Lodge, Norfolk

Holiday house convenient for the Norfolk roads National Park and the Suffolk Heritage Coast, perfect for multi generation families and friends’ get togethers. Quality accommodation, lovely gardens and terraces, a hot tub and a games room. Dog friendly.

Lavenham

Nedging Hall, Suffolk

One of Suffolk’s finest country houses in the heart of a 5,000 acre estate. Period property set in beautiful private parkland. Exclusive use country house with indoor salt water pool & sauna.

Sandringham

Mount Amelia, Norfolk

A great country escape for a week, weekend or midweek break. Perfect for family gatherings, celebrations, reunions. Sleeps up to 29. Hot tub.

Kings Lynn

Middleton Castle, Norfolk

Northwest Norfolk castle for private hire, for 3 generation families and friends, special occasions, golfers and corporate events. Luxury reception rooms and formal dining for 30. andscaped gardens and well stocked games room. Outside caterers available.

Lowestoft

Camps Heath Barn, Suffolk

Camps Heath Barn offers guests a traditional barn conversion, situated on the edge of a nature reserve and close to the coast and broads. Suitable for family gatherings and ‘getaways’ with friends.

Roughs Farm Retreats - hot tub and outside dining area for the Farmhouse

Huntingdon

Roughs Farm Retreat, Cambridgeshire

Cambridgeshire holiday houses in stunning grounds on an arable farm. Perfect for multi generation family gatherings and special birthdays. 2 hot tubs with interlinking patios. Excellent road access. 3 night minimum stay.

Cambridge

Clopton Courtyard, Cambridge

Fantastic countryside retreat with 3 wood burning hot tubs, near the historic city of Cambridge. Available for holidays and short term stays, hen weekends and business groups.

Colchester

Thame Villa, Essex

Beautifully restored Victorian home in Central Colchester with a private hot tub, sleeping up to 14 guests. Designed for sociable stays – perfect for family get togethers.

Sheringham

Bessingham Manor, Norfolk

Amazing award winning Victorian Manor House nestled in 5 acres of glorious North Norfolk countryside, often described by guests as giving them a ‘Downton Abbey’ experience! Hot tub.

Queensbury Barns - external view of converted farm buildings

Cambridge

Queensberry Barns, Cambridgeshire

Beautiful 4 bedroomed barn conversion and annex, sleeping up to 10. Fantastic for entertaining, going to the races at Newmarket or using as a base to explore Cambridge. Comfortable open plan living and beautiful courtyard. Dog friendly.

Mundesley

Seashore House, Norfolk

Luxury seaside family holiday house in Mundesley. Games room, hot tub. Local sandy beaches. Dog friendly.

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Travel Guides| March 31, 2022