The space

Gather the girls for a countryside hen weekend with proper breathing room: Cotswold stone cottages, rolling pastureland, ancient woodland and beautiful views all around. Set on a private 90-acre estate near Cheltenham, this hideaway is made for hens who want quality time together, long lunches, relaxed evenings and easy access to one of the Cotswolds’ best-loved spa towns.

Rather than one big townhouse, the accommodation is spread across a charming collection of self-contained spaces, giving your group flexibility and privacy throughout the stay. It works especially well for mixed friendship groups, bridesmaids and family members who want to be together without feeling on top of each other. The setting is peaceful and rural, with family members living at the back of the estate, so it is best suited to thoughtful celebrations, cosy nights in, pamper plans and countryside fun rather than a loud late-night party venue.

Sleeping up to 16 guests, the property gives you that lovely hen weekend balance: enough space for everyone to stay close, but with separate cottages and bedrooms so guests can retreat when they need a quieter moment. The gardens, views and open surroundings make it feel like a real escape, while Cheltenham is within reach for restaurants, bars, shopping, racing, spas and day-to-night plans.

Inside the house

The accommodation is arranged across several beautiful Cotswold stone properties, each with its own character. Elmbury is a converted old stone barn with a generous 30-foot kitchen, dining and sitting area beneath open pine beams, creating a bright, social space for morning coffees, grazing boards and pre-dinner drinks. It has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, making it a strong base for part of the group, with facilities including central heating, an electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher.

Mulberry Cottage adds even more shared space, with three bedrooms made up of two double rooms and one twin room. One of its standout features for a hen stay is the large dining room, with seating for up to 20, so the whole group can come together for a celebratory meal, catered supper, afternoon tea or DIY brunch. There is also a sitting room, two bathrooms and kitchen facilities designed to cook for a group, which makes hosting relaxed and practical.

Thimble Cottage is a pretty two-bedroom cottage at the front of the estate, offering stunning views across the valley. With two double bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen and sitting room, it is a lovely choice for guests who might appreciate a slightly quieter corner of the weekend, such as mums, sisters or close friends of the bride.

The Shepherds Hut adds a romantic, tucked-away option with a double bed, shower room, toilet and kitchenette. It could be a sweet hideaway for the bride-to-be or a couple within the group who would enjoy a little extra privacy.

Across the cottages, the layout gives you kitchens, lounges, bathrooms and flexible sleeping arrangements, alongside useful touches such as a workspace for anyone who needs to check in before fully switching off.

Hen weekend highlights

This is a brilliant choice for a hen group that wants a more stylish, countryside-led celebration. The setting does a lot of the work for you: think arrival drinks in the garden, group photos with Cotswold views, lazy breakfasts, woodland walks and relaxed evenings under big skies. The garden gives you space to spill outside on sunny days, while the BBQ is ideal for a casual feast without needing to book a restaurant for every meal.

A hot tub can be arranged on request, adding a lovely focal point for the weekend. It is great for a chilled Friday night after travel, a Saturday afternoon soak between activities, or a post-brunch pamper moment with robes, bubbles and a playlist kept at a considerate volume. Because the estate is quiet, the best plans here are thoughtful and group-focused: spa treatments, yoga, flower crown making, private dining, cocktail demos, life drawing, murder mystery dinners, grazing tables or a countryside picnic.

The large dining space is a real hen weekend bonus. You can seat everyone together for a special meal, run your own awards night, set up games for the bride, or bring in catering by prior arrangement so nobody has to spend the whole weekend in the kitchen. Conference-style facilities and outdoor activities may also be available with advance planning, which opens up options for team-style hen games, creative workshops or a more structured itinerary.

There is no traditional games room listed, but the combination of lounges, dining space, gardens and separate cottages gives you plenty of room to create your own entertainment zones. Board games in one cottage, pamper stations in another and a shared dinner in Mulberry can make the weekend feel easy and well organised.

Location & getting around

The property sits in the Cotswolds near Cheltenham, giving you the best of both worlds: a peaceful rural base with town energy close enough for a day or evening out. Cheltenham is known for elegant architecture, independent shops, cocktail bars, restaurants, festivals, racing and spa heritage, so it is a natural fit for a hen itinerary that mixes countryside calm with a little glamour.

Spend the day exploring Cheltenham’s boutiques and cafés, book a long lunch, plan a spa treatment, or head into town for drinks and dinner before returning to the quiet of the estate. The wider Cotswolds also offers pretty villages, scenic walks, country pubs and activity providers, so you can keep the weekend gentle or add something more active.

As the accommodation is rural, it is sensible to plan transport in advance, particularly for nights out, taxis, private minibuses or activity transfers. Having drivers or pre-booked transport will make the weekend run smoothly and help everyone enjoy the setting without logistics taking over.

Enquire today

If your hen group is looking for a private Cotswold stay with space to dine together, beautiful gardens, countryside and lake views, and a relaxed atmosphere near Cheltenham, this estate is a lovely match. Send an enquiry with your dates, group size and any plans such as hot tub hire, catering or activities, and the host can help confirm what is possible for your celebration.