This peaceful patch of countryside is made for book clubs in need of a break. It’s quiet, beautiful, and full of spots where you can curl up with a glass of red and your favourite people. From riverside rambles to long lazy lunches, it sets the perfect scene for relaxed chats and literary laughter.
The real magic? Staying together. At Big House Holiday Lets, our large self-catering homes mean you can gather the whole group under one roof – no splitting up or fighting over taxis. Think fireside wine, giant sofas, hot tubs, and enough space for solo reading or chaotic catch-ups.
Some of our favourite homes for bookish weekends include:
The Anchor, Lydbrook – Lovely village setting and space for the whole gang
Forest House, Coleford – Georgian elegance with plenty of dining space
High Cloud Farm – Peace and tranquility in far reaching countryside
Your weekend can be as chilled or as cultured as you like. Pop into Hay-on-Wye for second-hand bookshops, sip your way around local vineyards, or do absolutely nothing but wear your pyjamas and dissect the ending of your latest read.
And the best bit? It’s genuinely affordable. With large groups, most properties cost around £50 per person per night, meaning you can stretch to that fancy cheese board and another bottle of red.
Book your next chapter with us. You bring the friends, we’ll provide the setting.
