House-party
noun
1.
the entertainment of guests for one or more nights at one’s home, a fraternity or sorority house, etc.
2.
the guests at such an affair or party:
The house party goes sailing today.
noun
1.
a party, usually in a country house, at which guests are invited to stay for several days
2.
the guests who are invited
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