Picking a Cotswolds Cottage with a Hot Tub - The Perfect Family or Friends Getaway!
There's something special about getting everyone together. Whether it's celebrating a milestone birthday, marking an anniversary, catching up with university friends or simply enjoying quality time with family, a countryside escape gives everyone the chance to slow down, reconnect and make lasting memories.
Finding the right holiday accommodation is often the biggest decision.
The best Cotswolds cottages with a hot tub offer much more than just somewhere to sleep – they become the heart and soul of your holiday, where meals are shared, stories are told, children play, dogs are welcomed and evenings end with laughter under the stars.
Having welcomed hundreds of family groups and friendship gatherings over the years, we've learnt that the most successful group holiday trips aren't necessarily the busiest. They're the ones where everyone has the space to relax, spend time together and enjoy each other's company.
If you're planning a group getaway, here are our top tips for choosing the perfect Cotswolds cottages with a hot tub.
Choose a Cotswolds Cottage Designed for Socialising...
One of the first things to consider is how your group will spend time together.
Open-plan living spaces make a huge difference, allowing everyone to chat while meals are being prepared, children play nearby or friends gather around the dining table long after dinner has finished.
Look for features such as:
• Spacious open-plan kitchens
• Large dining tables where everyone can eat together
• Comfortable lounge seating
• Outdoor dining areas
• Gardens with space to relax
• A private hot tub for unwinding after busy days
At Mount Pleasant Barns, The Coach House and Big Barn have been designed with exactly this in mind, providing generous living areas where families and friends can enjoy spending time together without feeling cramped, then stroll out of the door to enjoy your own private hot tub facility.
Make Sure Everyone Has Their Own Space
Spending time together is wonderful, but it's equally important that everyone has somewhere to retreat when they need a little quiet time.
When choosing a Cotswolds cottage with a hot tub, look for:
• Comfortable bedrooms
• Multiple bathrooms
• Quiet corners to relax with a book
• Outdoor seating areas
• Flexible sleeping arrangements
Having enough personal space helps everyone feel relaxed, particularly during longer stays or multi-generational family holidays. The Big Barn at Mount Pleasant Barns combines the Coach House and the Piggery providing two separate but interconnected fully equipped self-catering properties - perfect for multigenerational and friends staycations.
Think About Activities for Everyone
One of the biggest challenges when organising a group break is keeping everyone happy.
Fortunately, staying near the Cotswolds means there's something for every generation.
Popular activities include:
• Exploring picturesque villages such as Broadway and Chipping Campden
• Visiting Stratford-upon-Avon and Shakespeare's historic attractions
• Discovering Warwick Castle
• Scenic countryside walks
• Independent shopping and cafés
• National Trust properties and gardens
• Local pubs serving excellent food
• Family-friendly attractions nearby
Choosing your Cotswolds cottage that's close to a variety of attractions means everyone can enjoy the holiday in their own way before coming back together in the evening.
Celebrate Life's Special Moments
Family holidays often coincide with important occasions.
Over the years, we've welcomed guests celebrating:
• Significant birthdays
• Wedding anniversaries
• Retirement parties
• Family reunions
• Engagement celebrations
• Graduation weekends
• Christmas and New Year
• "Just because" weekends with lifelong friends
Choosing a self-catering Cotswolds cottage gives you the flexibility to celebrate exactly as you wish, with no restaurant closing times or hotel schedules to work around.
Don't Forget the Dogs
For many families, a Cotswolds cottage holiday wouldn't be complete without four-legged companions.
Rather than arranging kennels or leaving pets behind, choosing dog-friendly accommodation allows the whole family to enjoy the break together.
Mount Pleasant Barns is very dog friendly and many of our guests love exploring nearby countryside walks before returning to relax in the garden while their dogs settle down after a day of adventure.
Why Families and Friends Choose Mount Pleasant Barns
Mount Pleasant Barns offers the ideal balance between peaceful countryside surroundings and easy access to the very best of the Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick.
Our larger Cotswold cottage properties, The Coach House and Big Barn, have become favourites for family gatherings and celebrations thanks to their spacious layouts, beautifully designed interiors and private hot tubs.
Guests also appreciate our optional extras, including private chefs and pamper treatments, helping to make every stay feel truly special.
Most importantly, you'll have the space and freedom to enjoy time together, whether that's sharing meals, exploring the surrounding area or simply relaxing in the beautiful Cotswolds countryside.
