With the final weekend of Wimbledon arriving, tennis fever is in full swing: it seems everyone from aficionados to those who only pick up a racket during the tournament are enjoying the matches – with a side of strawberries and cream.
There are plenty of hotels and Airbnbs that offer guests their very own version of centre court.
It comes as racket sports continue to surge in popularity, with adult participation in tennis reaching a record high.
At the same time, travellers are increasingly seeking active escapes, with nature and outdoor activities ranking among Airbnb’s most-booked ‘experience categories’ for UK guests in 2026.
‘Major sporting events like Wimbledon often inspire more people to try something new, and we’re seeing that influence shape holiday choices too,’ says Belinda Vazquez, general manager at cottages.com, a managed holiday letting agency.
Here, the Daily Mail travel desk has compiled a list of some brilliant tennis-inspired stays, all with a court on-site.
Blueburrow Lodge, Dartmouth, Devon
Sound ace! Book a stay at Blueburrow Lodge, located in Dartmouth
Blueburrow Lodge is a grand retreat blending period charm with modern luxury on a private 14-acre family estate in the South Hams.
It sleeps up to 13 across six bedrooms, making it an ideal choice for those booking a trip with family or a group of friends.
Guests share the estate’s all-weather tennis court (complimentary racquets and balls provided), plus indoor and outdoor swimming pools and a hot tub.
Seven nights from £3,356 with cottages.com.
Congham Hall, King’s Lynn, Norfolk
Time for tennis: A stay at this Norfolk hotel involves gardens and courts
Congham Hall in King’s Lynn has beautiful gardens set across 30 acres of Norfolk parkland.
It has a real country theme, with garden herbs used in the restaurant and the spa, bedrooms named after plants, and cabins overlooking the orchard.
There is also an all-weather tennis court, an excellent place to practise your game – and free for guests.
From £269 a night, Booking.com.
Surrey Hills Home, Ewhurst
Love: Surrey Hills Home, Ewhurst, is a gorgeous manor house perfect for a weekend away
Forehand foray: The tennis court at the property is surrounded by greenery
Set within a stunning country house in the Surrey Hills, this two-bedroom penthouse offers elegant English country charm with serious outdoor credentials.
A private tennis court, BBQ terrace and sweeping valley views make it the perfect base for a summer of sport with friends, and it’s just an hour from London.
It sleeps four – and is a guest favourite based on ratings, reviews and reliability.
Two nights from £585, Airbnb.
Seasyde House, Perth
Smashing success: Few holiday lets combine river views with tennis joy like Seasyde House
A grand five-bedroom villa set within a 150-acre Scottish estate overlooking the River Tay, Seasyde House boasts immaculate views from almost every window.
A private tennis court and BBQ make it a natural fit for groups looking to channel the Wimbledon spirit.
Sleeping up to 10 people, this home was rebuilt in the 1780s and has extensive grounds, with outdoor seating and a fire pit too.
Two nights from £1,564, Airbnb.
St Moritz Hotel & Cowshed Spa, Cornwall
Smash expectations: St Moritz, in Cornwall, has a great deal to offer those looking to hone their tennis skills – especially the little ones
Perfectly positioned with views over the Atlantic, St Moritz is a short walk to the crystal‑clear shallows of Daymer Bay, one of North Cornwall’s most quietly spectacular beaches.
With tennis courts, it’s perfect for fans of the sport, but active travellers can also dive into pilates, yoga, beach fitness, and boxercise, or head out on e‑bikes, coastal runs or take surf lessons.
There’s also the new mini tennis club, alongside a mini bootcamp featuring child-focused HIIT inspired circuits, animal movements, follow-the-leader challenges, freeze fitness and stretch and flex sessions – so it’s easy to keep little ones entertained in tennis style.
Summer stays start from £425 B&B.
Country Cottage, Sussex
Escape to the country: Country Cottage in Sussex is the next sporty spot to check out
A snug cottage overlooking a countryside golf course, this charming Sussex stay boasts an enclosed garden, a heated outdoor pool and an all-weather tennis court.
The four-person cottage has two bedrooms, and is near the historic towns of Lewes and Royal Tunbridge Wells.
One visitor commented: ‘Gorgeous cottage in beautiful settings. Very nice pub that does delicious food within a five-minute walk (along a road). We really enjoyed playing tennis every morning and would love to come back when the pool is open in the summertime.’
Three nights from £789, Airbnb.
Finchcocks Oast 1-22, Goudhurst, Kent
Play hard: Finchcocks Oast is a perfect getaway house, ideal for big groups
This striking, contemporary-interior converted Victorian oast house featured on Channel 4’s The Restoration Man.
It sleeps 22 across nine en-suite bedrooms.
The tennis court and heated outdoor swimming pool are for the exclusive use of guests, in their own fully fenced, separate areas.
Seven nights from £4,815, cottages.com.
Pattiswick Hall, Pattiswick, near Coggeshall, Essex
Keep calm and carry a racket: Combine pool and tennis at Pattiswick Hall
This Grade II-listed luxury farmhouse on a working arable farm in rural Essex sleeps 16 across eight bedrooms.
The on-site tennis court sits alongside a private 10m x 5m outdoor pool (open June–August).
Seven nights from £3,150, cottages.com.
Lavender Cottage, Yalding
Make my heart swing: Next up for a countryside getaway is Lavender Cottage, Yalding
Located in 2.5 acres of beautiful gardens and woodland in the Kent countryside, this cosy three-bedroom cottage boasts a private tennis court, a sunny terrace and woodland path through to the local village of Yalding.
Plus, it’s dog-friendly, 45 minutes from London, and rackets are provided.
Two nights from £758, Airbnb.
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