Getting 14 people to agree on where to go for dinner is hard. Getting them all in the same place for a week, having a good time, without anyone falling out — that's the real challenge. Here's what actually works.
Book early
Bluehouse sleeps 14 and there genuinely aren't many houses this size in Cornwall that are comfortable rather than just technically large. Summer weeks and school holidays go 12–18 months ahead. If you've got a date in mind, get it in. Book direct with us for the best rate and the most flexibility.
Split the cost by room, not by head
The fairest split for a group this size is by bedroom, not per person — otherwise couples pay double what singles pay. Agree on it before anyone books flights or takes time off work. And collect the money before the trip. Chasing reimbursements after is nobody's idea of fun.
Plan a couple of things, not everything
Book a surf lesson for the group. Book one big dinner out. Beyond that, leave it loose — different people will want different things and that's fine. The house is big enough that not everyone has to do everything together. That's actually the point.
Use the kitchen
A big group cook is usually the highlight of the week. Stock up on arrival day, assign someone to organise it, and do a proper sit-down dinner together. Our kitchen is built for exactly this. The slow roast lamb recipe elsewhere in this journal feeds 12 and takes about 10 minutes of actual work.
Book direct for the best experience
You're dealing with Lyndsey — the owner, not a property management company. She'll answer questions quickly, help you sort out any issues and can recommend things that aren't on any list online. And you'll pay less than through Airbnb or VRBO.