The Best Family Friendly Staycations; What Makes Hesdin Perfect For All Ages.
Family holidays are meant to be relaxing… but somehow end up as tantrums, grumpy teens, and parents secretly wishing they’d stayed home.
Enter The Hesdin Estate: the countryside hero that somehow, miraculously, keeps everyone happy.
Grandma Approved
If Grandma’s happy, everyone’s happy. With oversized armchairs and snuggly corners that create the perfect place to relax, Hesdin is the perfect place for Grandma to put her feet up.
Hand her a cuppa (or a cheeky glass of wine) and let her sink into The Corn Crib’s pillowy haven, perfect for chilly mornings. Once she’s there, she’s set for the day, no matter what chaos swirls around her.
For Roasts, Toasts, and Everything in Between
Hesdin’s kitchens are massive! Big enough for all the chopping, stirring, and sneaky ‘taste testing’ your inner Head Chef could dream of.
Finally, Dad can roll out those ‘famous’ recipes (without everyone crammed elbow-to-elbow in the way).
Think endless counter space, room to actually move, and enough ovens to take on everything from Sunday roasts to bake-off-worthy desserts
Where Fun Never Takes a Day Off
Bored kids? Not on this staycation.
Hesdin’s games rooms are basically kid-paradise.
Think pool-table battles, foosball face-offs, and games galore. Pull up a beanbag in Pigertons, and dive into a full blown gaming marathon with four Xbox consoles and 16 controllers for the ultimate competitive showdowns.
And if that’s not enough? The Corn Crib comes with an indoor pool big enough for the whole family to splash, dive, and burn off that never-ending energy.
The best bit? By bedtime the kids are happy, worn out, and you might actually get to finish your coffee while it’s still hot. Miracles do happen!
No Drama, Just Family Fun
Whether it’s binging Netflix, battling online in games, or perfecting the latest TikTok trend, Hesdin’s teen-friendly hangouts give them a space to chill.
Picture this: the teens tucked into Hesdin Hall’s Weird Room, headphones on, snacks scattered everywhere, and the occasional roar of laughter when someone loses at FIFA.
When teenagers have somewhere to call their own, family time suddenly gets a lot less dramatic. Fewer slammed doors, fewer moody sighs.
Happy teens, relaxed parents, and a staycation that actually feels like a holiday.
The Great Outdoors, Hesdin Style
Hesdin’s outdoor spaces really have it all. Kids turn the endless lawn in Lady Ava’s Tower into their own mini sports day, while Grandad takes over the BBQ like a pro, and the rest of us pretend we’re on a fancy wellness retreat.
The best bit? You can call it ‘family bonding’ while secretly just sipping your drink in peace.
When the Sun Goes Down, the Fun Turns Up
Evenings at Hesdin are just as magical as the days. Forget boredom, this is where family movie marathons, laugh-until-you-cry board games, and spontaneous singalongs come alive. Picture everyone curled up on the oversized sofas in Hayho House, popcorn bowls balanced on knees, as the opening credits roll and someone inevitably shouts, “Wait, I need snacks!”. It’s cosy, chaotic, and completely unforgettable.
By the time heads hit pillows, everyone’s happy, worn out, and already plotting what tomorrow’s adventure will bring.
Ready to plan your unforgettable stay at Hesdin Estate?
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