Another place that has not been mentioned and which you might enjoy is Windermere, in the Lake District. We booked a house last year for 5 people. No swimming pool. We had a lovely time because we could go on the lakes in a boat, shop in the little towns nearby, had a ride on a steam train for a Thomas the Tank Engine fan (GS), and also found a great children's play park. We also went to a motor museum which was really good, and other days we just chilled out at the house playing board games with the children. Nice and relaxing and I would recommend, especially as the scenery is beautiful around there. We only went for a week but would have loved to stay for two! Big house quite near to the lake with plenty of bathrooms/showers/toilets. Nice garden for the children to run around in too.
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Could do with some inspiration. We are hoping to have a three night weekend break in the UK next year but inspiration is lacking. Six adults, three children between 3 and 13. Preferably under one roof but could split over two or I guess three properties. Either April or September into October. Concerns are to have enough bathrooms, something to keep the children occupied, for it to be comfortable but not ruinously expensive, a pub close by would be a major bonus. Have begun to look at cottages but wondered if a complex would be better. Would love to hear what has worked for you or indeed what didn't, always good to learn from others mistakes 
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