Last Chance for a Summer Get-Together: Incredible August Holiday House Offers You Don't Want to Miss
One minute you're talking about making plans, the next you're wondering where the sunshine went and promising everyone, "We'll definitely do something next year."
But if your family WhatsApp is still full of "We really should all get together...", there's still time.
Big House Holiday Lets has just released some fantastic offers for the last remaining availability during the summer holidays, with arrivals on 21st August. Once these dates are gone, that's it until autumn.
Whether you're planning a family celebration, a long-overdue reunion with friends or simply fancy escaping somewhere beautiful for a couple of nights, these offers make gathering everyone together surprisingly affordable.
More importantly, they offer something that's becoming harder to find...
Time together.
Summer Isn't About the House... It's About What Happens Inside It
When people look back on family holidays, they rarely remember how many bedrooms there were.
They remember the late-night conversations around the dining table.
The children disappearing off to invent games.
The morning coffees before everyone wakes up.
The BBQ that somehow lasted until after dark.
The grandparents teaching card games.
The dog deciding everyone is their favourite human.
Those are the moments that become family stories.
The house simply gives everyone enough space to enjoy them without feeling on top of one another.
And that's exactly what these properties are designed for.
Monnow Valley Studio – A Holiday Home Like No Other

If you're looking for somewhere that's guaranteed to get everyone talking, Monnow Valley Studio is in a league of its own.
Sleeping 24 guests across 11 bedrooms, this isn't just a beautiful countryside retreat—it also happens to be a world-famous recording studio.
Music lovers will spend hours exploring the memorabilia, while everyone else will appreciate the huge kitchen, stunning dining room, cinema room, games room and dedicated party space.
Outside, the peaceful gardens stretch down to the River Monnow, where guests can fish or even enjoy a swim.
With virtually no passing traffic, it's wonderfully quiet, making it ideal for families wanting children to enjoy the outdoors safely.
Planning something extra special?
The property is also licensed for weddings of up to 50 guests.
Special Offer
Arriving Friday 21st August
- 2 nights: Was £4,250 – Now £3,250
- 3 nights: Was £4,500 – Now £3,450

Holly Tree House – Riverside Adventures for Every Generation

If your perfect weekend involves riverside walks, cosy pubs and spending as much time outdoors as possible, Holly Tree House could be exactly what you're looking for.
Overlooking the beautiful River Wye near Symonds Yat, this welcoming property sleeps 22 guests in 9 bedrooms, making it ideal for larger family gatherings.
There's something wonderfully easy about staying here.
You can stroll to local pubs, wander down to the river, hop on the famous hand-pulled ferry or enjoy one of the area's flat riverside walks suitable for almost every age.
Fancy something more adventurous?
The Wye Valley is famous for canoeing and paddleboarding, with plenty of opportunities to get out on the water.
Back at the house, you'll find two lounges, a spacious dining room, a covered hot tub and games room waiting for everyone after a day exploring.
Better still, it's incredibly dog-friendly, so nobody has to miss out on the holiday.
Special Offer
Arriving Friday 21st August
- 2 nights: Was £3,750 – Now £3,150
- 3 nights: Was £4,050 – Now £3,250

The Anchor – Character, Comfort and Great Value

Originally a 15th-century village pub, The Anchor has been transformed into one of the Forest of Dean's most characterful large holiday cottages.
Sleeping 22 guests in 7/8 ensuite bedrooms, it's perfect for families and groups wanting plenty of communal space without losing its cosy atmosphere.
The former pub layout works brilliantly for socialising, with everyone naturally gathering together after days spent exploring the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
There's a covered hot tub, games room, enclosed garden and the huge advantage of being able to walk to village pubs, the local shop and even the fish and chip shop.
No designated driver required.
It's also pet friendly, meaning four-legged family members are very welcome.
Special Offer
Summer Holiday Weekend
21st August – 3 nights
Was £3,750 – Now £3,250
There's also an excellent September offer available if you're happy to wait a few weeks.

Why August Is Such a Brilliant Time to Escape
Late August often turns out to be one of the loveliest times of year.
The weather is usually still warm, evenings are long enough for outdoor dining, rivers remain inviting and many attractions are a little quieter as families begin preparing for the new school term.
There's something wonderfully relaxed about squeezing one final adventure out of the summer.
No pressure.
No huge itinerary.
Just good food, fresh air and the people you enjoy spending time with.
Sometimes that's exactly what's needed before life returns to normal.
Don't Leave It Too Late
These really are the final remaining opportunities for a summer holiday in some of Big House Holiday Lets' most popular properties.
Once these dates are booked, the school holidays are effectively sold out.
So if you've spent all summer saying:
"We really must organise something..."
...this is your chance.
Round up the family.
Message the friends.
Pack the walking boots, swimming costumes and board games.
Then spend a couple of days creating the sort of memories that people are still laughing about next Christmas.
Because the best holidays aren't always the ones planned months in advance.
Sometimes they're the ones where someone finally says...
"Shall we just book it?"
Big House Holiday Lets:
www.bhhl.co.uk
enquiries@bhhl.co.uk
01600 732 050
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Holly Tree House
Prices from £2,450.00
Charming villa above Symonds Yat, sleeping 22 in 9 bedrooms overlooking River Wye. Two lounges, a large dining room and patio plus covered, outdoor Hot Tub and Games Room. Short walk to 3 pubs (with excellent food), river ferry, and flat riverside circular walk - super pet-friendly. Loads of activities inc canoes and paddle boards. verty safe and secure, no traffic. Ideal multi generation holiday cottage. Holly Tree House provides accommodation in an idyllic retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
- 9 bedrooms sleeping 12 - 22
- 8 Bath and Shower/Loos
- Covered Hot Tub
- Pet Friendly
- 3 Pub/Restaurants walkable
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The Anchor
Prices from £2,450.00
Set in the heart of Lydbrook in the Forest of Dean and previously know as The Anchor Inn, this cosy village pub, which dates back to the 15th century, is now a charmingly converted holiday cottage sleeping 22 in 7/8 ensuite bedrooms. Lovely Games Room and covered Hot Tub. Enclosed rear garden, pet friendly. Walk to village pubs, shop and chippie! Easy access to riverside. With Superfast Broadband and full Sky Film and Sports Pack it's ideal for work and leisure.
- 7/8 ensuite bedrooms sleep 22
- G/F room, sofa bed & bathroom
- Dogs and other pets welcome
- Covered Hot Tub
- Dine 20 round one table
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Monnow Valley Studio
Prices from £2,850.00
Sleeps 24 in 11 bedrooms , world famous recording studio on banks of the River Monnow, full of memorabilia with Party Room, Games Room, Cinema Room, stunning dining room, huge modern kitchen, hot tub (hire charge) . Pets are not allowed. peaceful, quiet , safe with no traffic, fishing and swimming from the garden. Licensed for Weddings - 50 max.
- Outdoor Hot Tub for hire
- Huge soundproof Party Room
- Games and Cinema Room
- 11 bedrooms sleeps 24
- Licensed for weddings up to 50