16 best hen party houses in the UK & Europe
Scrolling through the seemingly never-ending list of hen party houses is a tall order. For busy brides or frazzled maids of honour, spending hours searching for the perfect party pad on Airbnb, Plum Guide or Expedia just isn't an option. So, we've done the scrolling for you. Whether the bride-to-be wants a peaceful countryside retreat, a hen weekend partying in one of the UK's most vibrant cities, or an all-out escape to one of the finest luxury houses in Europe, we've found 19 of the best hen party houses to suit every vibe.
For Barbie-themed hen, disco nights, rodeo weekends and everything in between, take your pick from the best hen do destinations in the UK, including Manchester, Brighton and Devon – or head further afield to the sunny shores of Mykonos or Mallorca. From villas with enormous swimming pools to cosy converted hen party cottages (with hot tubs, naturally), hen party accommodation doesn’t get much better than this lot. Oh, and save on your booking and flights with our Jet2Holidays discount codes and EasyJet promo codes. You're welcome.
Best hen party houses in the UK, at a glance:
- Georgian Country House, Suffolk, England
- Kinnettles Mansion, Fife, Scotland
- Brighton Party House, Brighton, UK
- Beresford Woodland Lodge, Peak District, UK
Ahead, 19 of the very best hen do houses in the UK and Europe, because your bride-to-be deserves the very best.
Antlers In The Forest Country House
- Location: East Sussex, UK
- Price per night: £1306
- Sleeps: 13
- Bathroom: 4.5
- Check in time: 2pm
- Pool or hot tub? Yes
Why we love it: Surrounded by rolling green hills with a huge tree-lined outdoor pool and a suntrap of a stone patio, it's hard to believe this scenic country holiday home is in Uckfield instead of Tuscany. Inside, there’s six spacious and comfortable bedrooms and four bathrooms (no queues for the shower here), and plenty of chill-out areas to enjoy games and drinks with your bridal party get together. Outside, enjoy the Roman-style swimming pool or whip up the stone-built barbecue for an alfresco summer cookout. When you want to venture out, there’s plenty of pretty walking trails through Ashdown Forest which will lead you to some local pubs and restaurants.
Elan Fanari Villa
- Location: Mykonos, Greece
- Price per night: £1299
- Sleeps: 16
- Bathrooms: 7.5
- Check in time: Flexible
- Pool or hot tub? Yes
Why we love it: Fancy a hen party in Mykonos? Silly question. If you’ve been searching for the best hen party houses in the Greek islands, this one is very highly-rated and can sleep an impressive 16 guests. The villa is a traditional white-washed Cycladic building with blue shutters and domed doorways, but with all the modern amenities you could need. The peaceful hilltop location in Fanari, on the north west of the island, offers panoramic views over the Aegean sea, which you can also gaze at from your private infinity pool. There’s also a hot tub jacuzzi, BBQ and bar. If you can tear yourself away, nearby Agios Stefanos beach is worth a visit, and Mykonos Town – with its bustling restaurants, bars and shops – is about 20 minutes in a taxi. Talk about the perfect hen party.
- Location: Liverpool, UK
- Price per night: £450
- Sleeps: 12
- Bathrooms: 2
- Check in time: 3pm
- Pool or hot tub? N.
Why we love it: Hen do in Liverpool on the cards? Great choice. Liverpool is an excellent destination for a hen weekend. While you won’t be short of places to eat, drink and be merry in this city, you can still add a touch of comfort and style to your weekend with this luxury townhouse as your hen party base. The open plan living, dining and kitchen area is perfect for entertaining your girls, and thanks to six bedrooms there’s space to squeeze in up to 12 guests. This house also features a private patio for you to enjoy if the British weather behaves…
The Old Rectory with Swimming Pool, Cotswolds
- Location: Cotswolds, UK
- Price per night: £609
- Sleeps: 10
- Bathrooms: 3
- Check in time: 4pm
- Pool or hot tub? Y
Why we love it: This beautiful country house in the Cotswolds comes with all the bells and whistles, including a heated swimming pool, tennis court and gardens to explore, making it one of the best hen party houses. A home full of character, it can sleep up to 10 guests and has a bright and airy dining room for hosting those boozy bridal brunches. If you can tear yourselves away from the house (we don’t blame you if you never want to leave), head to Bristol less than 30 minutes away for a night out, or for a hefty dose of culture Bath is less than an hour away.
Georgian Country House
- Location: Suffolk, UK
- Price per night: £2,800
- Sleeps: 16
- Bathrooms: 8.5
- Check in time: N/A
- Pool or hot tub? Yes
Why we love it: Perfect for a large group and easily accessible from Norfolk, Norwich and London, this spectacular country house is located in the market town of Beccles, near the Suffolk coast. The Grade-I listed Georgian property is surrounded by private woodland and boasts a large swimming pool in the garden. Unusually for a rental property, the on-demand services here could rival a five-star hotel – a private chef and butler can whip up a delicious three course meal, transfers can be arranged to the airport or train station, and you can even book activities such as clay shooting, kayaking, horse riding, day trips to the seaside, or pamper yourself with beauty treatments and massages. One of the best luxury hen party houses in the UK.
Cocktails On The Roof Villa
- Location: Paros, Greece
- Price per night: £1,629
- Sleeps: 7
- Bathrooms: 3
- Check in time: 4pm
- Pool or hot tub: Yes
Why we love it: For bridal parties looking to venture to sunnier climes, this villa in Paros, Greece, is a real gem. First thing’s first: that rooftop terrace, with panoramic views over Naousa Bay and the tangle of white-washed houses below. This villa is a more intimate option, with three bedrooms and three bathrooms sleeping up to seven guests. But it doesn’t scrimp on space, and there’s even a saltwater pool on the flower-lined terrace. Here, you’ll also find a barbecue, perfect for grilling up fresh, local produce, or hiring a private chef to cook up a celebratory feast. Nearby beaches include Piperi and Anargyroi – sandy stretches of coast perfect for dipping in the crystal clear, warm Aegean sea – and there’s plenty of chic cocktail bars and restaurants serving freshly-caught fish and delicious meze.
Private Island Manor House
- Location: Lancashire, UK
- Price per night: £1450
- Sleeps: 24
- Bathrooms: 6.5
- Check in time: 4pm
- Pool or hot tub: Yes
Why we love it: If you’re looking to go all out for your hen do and invite 24 lucky guests, may we suggest this beautiful manor house which is practically on your own private island? Located in the Hermitage Estate in Halton, Lancashire, this Supreme Escapes property offers picturesque views over the River Lune and is just a 20 minute drive to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Though you may have to physically drag your bridal party from the casino and games room, cinema room, large outdoor hot tub, sauna, and even its own hair salon. This place was made for a luxury weekend away with the girls.
Meet Me in the Orange Grove Farmhouse
Location: Majorca, Spain
Price per night: £2,234
Sleeps: 14Bathrooms: 7
Check in time: 4pm
Pool or hot tub? Yes
Why we love it: The Balearic Islands are a classic hen party haven, but you don’t need to stay in raucous resorts or busy hotels on noisy streets. With 7 rooms and 7 bathrooms, this spectacular stone villa – once an old farmhouse where olive oil used to be made from the surrounding groves – dates back to the 16th century, with terracotta floors and old wooden shutters. But it’s the outside that’ll make you want to book ASAP: the long stone table under the veranda’s twisting vines for long evening dinners; the ginormous private pool to cool off from the Mallorcan sun; and 175 acres of gardens full of orange groves and olive trees, perfect for afternoon strolls with the girls. You must also explore the cobbled streets of Mallorca’s traditional towns while you’re here – Pollensa is just 6km away, while Alcúdia Beach is a 25 minute taxi journey.
One Last Dance Country Manor
- Location: Lincolnshire, UK
- Price per night: £1,385 night
Sleeps: 24 - Bathrooms: 5
- Check in time: 4pm
- Pool or hot tub? Yes
Why we love it: Perfect for large groups, this grade II-listed country manor dates back to medieval times and was even featured in the Doomsday Book of 1086. Ideal for those brides seeking sophistication and grandeur, there are characterful period features throughout, hundreds of antiques, seriously Instagrammable copper bathtubs, and over nine different staircases (good luck finding your way to bed after one too many glasses of Prosecco). There are seven bedroom suites as well as three holiday cottages which can be hired at an additional cost, accommodating up to 40 guests. Explore the nearby nature reserve with wild Exmoor ponies, relax with spa treatments in the on-site spa overlooking a peaceful lake, or hang out in the giant yurt situated in the manor’s beautiful garden, which has its own wood-burning stove and kitchenette. If you fancy a day trip, the Peak District National Park is just an hour's drive away.
Brighton Party House
- Location: Brighton, UK
- Price per night: £1457
- Sleeps: 16
- Bathrooms: 3
- Check in time: 3pm
- Pool or hot tub? Yes
Why we love it: With its stylish, boho crowd, lively nightlife and roster of artisan cafes, bars and shops, Brighton is a no-brainer when it comes to the best hen party destinations in the UK. And this spacious house with quirky décor is a great Airbnb option for groups of up to 16. There’s plenty of space for your bridal party to chill out in the open plan living and dining area (complete with cocktail bar, of course), and the suntrap garden features a hot tub which seats up to six people. You’re within walking distance to all the attractions: central Brighton and the pier are 15 minutes away; the beach is just 10 minutes; and Kempton and St James Street with its restaurants, shops and cafes is only five minutes.
Heel Farm Barn
Location: Kent, UK
Price per night: £1,350
Sleeps: 18
Bathrooms: 4.5
Check in time: 4pm
Pool or hot tub? Yes
Why we love it: In an area of outstanding natural beauty in the Kent Downs is this oak-framed Grade II-listed converted barn which sleeps 18 guests. The open plan living area with a log fire and sea views in the distance is the perfect setting for drinks with the girls or a game night, but the real draw here is the large outdoor hot tub surrounded by peaceful green scenery. There’s also a coal table and BBQ for a fun night in, or if you want to venture out and experience Kentish nightlife, Canterbury is a 30-minute drive away, while the local pub is a 10-minute country walk away and Whitstable’s pretty beaches are 25 minutes in the car.
- Location: Peak District, UK
- Price per night: £810
- Sleeps: 16+
- Bathrooms: 13.5
- Check in time: 4pm
- Pool or hot tub? Y
Why we love it: For the bride who loves a glamping experience, check out Beresford Woodland Lodge. This property feels like a woodland retreat (ideal for a bride in her wellness era) and sleeps up to 18 people. Nestled in the protected woodlands of Ramshorn Estate, between Alton Towers and the Peak District, it has nine bedrooms and 13.5 bathrooms (say goodbye to shower queues!). Plus, there are two hot tubs and a sauna is set to open in August 2024. There’s also a small bar area so you can keep the cocktails flowing all weekend, and a large patio with a BBQ. If cabin fever starts to settle in, there’s plenty of countryside trails on your doorstep and a pub just a 10 minute walk away.
Chalet Lake Lodge
- Location: Rhône-Alpes, France
- Price per night: £540
- Sleeps: 17
- Bathrooms: 7
- Check in time: 4pm
- Pool or hot tub: Yes
Why we love it: If a chalet in the French alps is more your hen party vibe, this lakeside lodge near Tiges Resort offers postcard-pretty views of the surrounding Grande Motte glacier. On the days you don’t fancy skiing or hiking the nearby mountains, you can cosy up in the chalet’s sauna, hot tub or cook up a storm on the barbecue. You’ll also have direct access to the lake where, in the summer, you’ll find plenty of activities and water sports to keep you and your bridal party entertained (or to swim off those hangovers).
Brandolini Palace
- Location: Veneto, Italy
- Price per night: £2,129 night
- Sleeps: 20
- Bathrooms: 8
- Check in time: 3pm
- Pool or hot tub? Yes
Why we love it: Fancy playing bridal princess and staying in a literal palace for your hen getaway? This breathtaking stately home in the enchanting Cison di Valmarino village, north-east Italy, dates back to the 15th century and has been lovingly restored to the luxury rental property it is now. Over almost 9,000 square feet you’ll find 10 bedrooms and eight bathrooms, an 18-metre outdoor swimming pool surrounded by spectacular scenery, a games room with a pool table, pretty al fresco seating areas, and a dining area where you can do the self-catering thing, or call on a private chef to cook up a banquet for you and your guests. Venice is just an hour away, so make sure you book a gondola ride for your bridal party.
Hideaway on the Bay Villa
- Location: Sutivan, Croatia
- Price per night: £1,584
- Sleeps: 10
- Bathrooms: 6
- Check in time: 4pm
- Pool or hot tub? Yes
Why we love it: Who doesn’t want a hen party on the Adriatic?! Up to 10 guests can enjoy this enormous villa, with an open-plan living and dining space perfect for chilling while the designated hens whip up a hangover-curing breakfast. Downstairs you’ll find a cinema room for when you fancy a movie night, but the audible gasps will come when you see the outside: a sprawling infinity pool with spectacular views over the bay below, dotted with bobbing fishing boats and lined with rugged landscape. On the west coast of Brač island, famed for its white pebble beach Zlatni Rat, you can explore the sleepy fishing village of Bobovišća, or hop on a boat to explore the neighbouring islands of party-loving Hvar or medieval Korçula.
Kinnettles Mansion
- Location: Fife, Scotland
- Price per night: £1600
- Sleeps: 16
- Bathrooms: 10.5
- Check in time: 4pm
- Pool or hot tub? Yes
Why we love it: Go back in time at this magnificent castle property in Scotland, just five minutes from St Andrews. Book Kinnettles Mansion for up to 16 guests, or if you’re really going all out, book the entire Kinnettles Castle which sleeps up to 28. The property boasts original interiors which have been lovingly restored over the years, and you’ll have a blast simply exploring the remarkable interiors and expansive gardens that are like something out of Downton Abbey. There’s also a cinema room and a hot tub, plus an outside dining area where you can fire up the barbecue. A hen party house truly fit for a queen.
