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12 Wellness Stays for Group Retreats

Written by Ed Maughan

Long walks, a warm sauna and nowhere you need to be. A group wellness stay gives you time to step away from busy routines and enjoy a slower few days with your favourite people. Whether it’s a weekend with friends or a family gathering with a little more relaxation built in, the right setting makes it easier to switch off.

Across the UK and Ireland, we’ve got fantastic group accommodation with saunas, on-site spas and countryside on the doorstep. Start the morning with a coffee overlooking the fields, head out for a woodland walk or a bracing coastal dip, then return for an afternoon spa treatment. There’s no need to fill every hour: a good book and a long lunch together can be just as much a part of the plan.

From rural houses surrounded by walking trails to spacious coastal retreats, these group wellness stays combine access to nature with somewhere comfortable to unwind afterwards. Some have private facilities for your group, while others offer onsite spas where you can book treatments during your stay.

Explore our pick of retreat venues across the UK and Ireland and find somewhere to come back feeling better for the break.

Laragh

The Deerstone, Co Wicklow

Wellness retreat with luxury accommodation in eco cottages, shepherds huts and suites. Ideal for multi generational families, friends, corporate groups and retreats. Hot tubs, swim spa, sauna and treatments. Communal areas for dining and activities.

Corwen

The Forge, Denbighshire

North Wales glamping site, perfect for corporate mid week getaways and retreats with meeting and activity spaces. Fantastic facilities include a wild swimming pool, sauna, woodland, meadows and Iron Age Hill Fort with firepit and seating. On-site wellness treatments. Catering options. Dog friendly.

York

The Carriage House, York

Stunning barn conversion near York perfect for 3 generation families, friends walkers, cyclists, corporate groups, retreats or wedding accommodation. Great shared wellness space with hot tub and yoga studio. Group dining and Hygge social chill out room.

Perth

Burmieston Farm, Perthshire

Eco Steading on small working farm near Perth. Ideal for friends and families for a holiday or a special occasion. Retreats and courses. Games barn. Covered outdoor seating. Sauna

Skipton

Skipton Country Home, Yorkshire

A beautiful haven for family gatherings, reunions, peace-seekers, writers, walkers, cyclists and for retreats. Offering breathtaking views, with cosy spaces, private sheltered terraces. Sleeps 16/17

Coniston

Lanehead, Cumbria

An exceptional period property situated on the eastern shores of Coniston Water. With an array of bespoke activities on offer for all guests, Lanehead is a Lake District home like no other.

York

Currantberry Barns, Yorkshire

Stylish barns sleeping 16 + with a large sociable open plan living and dining space, spa room. Perfect for multi-generational family group get togethers. 15 minutes drive from historic York.

Dre-fach Felindre

Velindre House, Carmarthenshire

Historic John Nash villa in the Carmarthenshire countryside, with generous gathering spaces and excellent outdoor amenities including a lakeside sauna, firepits, bar and wild swimming. Secluded yet just moments from the village pub, shops and buses. Ideal for retreats, celebrations and memorable gatherings.

Lauder

Airhouses, Berwickshire

5* award-winning Country House plus lodges in acres of farmland with stunning views. Large hot tubs. Lots to see and do, just 30 minutes south of Edinburgh. House sleeps 10.

Sheepwell - light and airy open plan kitchen diner

Cranborne Chase

Sheepwell, Wiltshire

Newly renovated buildings on a working farm in Wiltshire. Stunning countryside views. Fantastic for friends and family getaways and small corporate groups. Disabled accessible. Sauna and plunge tub.

Westport

Eaglewood Lodge, County Mayo

Luxury chalet and glamping units, a destination designed to impress, crafted from the ground up for a truly unique escape. Luxury hot tub and sociable living areas. Great base for exploring Connemara and the Wild Atlantic Way

Large, light and airy lounge with gas fire and 60 inch HD TV with Sky

Bognor Regis

Getaway House, West Sussex

Getaway House is one of the few luxury houses 5 minutes from the beach, suitable for upto 27 guests. An extraordinarily spacious property with playroom, games room, gym, cinema room and large gardens.

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Travel Guides| November 19, 2025