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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £397 to £
Self catering accommodation in Westhide sleeps 6.
Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 6
Accommodation overview: Pool Head Cottage details
Located on the Westhide Estate, Pool Head Cottage provides a contemporary and cosy holiday get-a-away, in the beautiful county of Herefordshire. The quiet village of Westhide is hidden away, just two miles from the A4103 which links the charming cities of Hereford and Worcester making it easily accessible from the M5. Hereford is just six miles away and benefits from a mainline station so access by rail is an option. Both cities are within easy driving and offer a wide choice of restaurants, shops, entertainment and attractions.
The accommodation on the Westhide Estate offers a peaceful environment in which to relax and unwind. Enjoy walking through its 400 acre oak woodland, fishing in one of its many pools or just sipping a glass of wine whilst enjoying incredible views of the Malvern Hills and Black Mountains - both of which provide outstanding hiking, mountain biking and horse riding opportunities. Enthusiastic walkers can easily walk the three miles to the neighbouring village of Withington to find the Cross Keys public house, (bar only), and local shop. Food and wine connoisseurs will enjoy visits to Westons Cider, the Three Choirs vineyard and historic wool town of Ludlow - famous for its numerous Michelin Star restaurants - time it right and you could enjoy one of the many fantastic local food festivals, including Abergavenny and Ludlow .
Other attractions in the area include the historic Eastnor Castle, the beautiful gardens at Hampton Court, Symmonds Yat, horse racing at Hereford and Cheltenham and the many farmers' markets hosted in the local market towns of Ledbury, Ross-on-Wye and Hay-on-Wye - also home of the Guardian Literary Festival.London to Westhide approx. three hours.
  
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £326 to £655
Self catering accommodation in Luntley sleeps 6.
Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Cottage Sleeps 6
Accommodation overview: Seamlessly combining original features with modern facilities, this home-from-home offers a ground floor twin bedroom, one first floor en suite double and one twin on a mezzanine gallery area.
As part of a former sixteenth century barn, Stable End offers great period character accommodation with all the facilities that are expected of a modern building. This beautiful property is situated on a five hundred acre working livestock farm in the scattered hamlet of Luntley. Downstairs, the open plan living-area offers cosy accommodation with a modern fitted kitchen, sitting area, dining area and French windows to garden – a great place to enjoy some al fresco dining.
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Sleeps 12
Weekly price range £570 to £1641
Self catering accommodation in Abbey Dore sleeps 12.
Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Games Room • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 12
Accommodation overview: This detached barn conversion is set on a 28 acre smallholding on the outskirts of Abbey Dore village, and can accommodate up to ten people in its five bedrooms.
A perfect family holiday retreat, this detached Grade II listed barn conversion has all the ingredients for a relaxing and memorable stay. The character and quality of the property are undeniable, from exposed oak beams to trusses and wall-timbers, juxtaposed perfectly with modern furnishings and conveniences. Enjoy some friendly family rivalry in the games room, picnic in the shared 0.25 acre paddock, wine and dine in the impressive kitchen/diner or relax by the woodburner in the snug. Set on the owner’s 28 acre smallholding 3.5 miles from Abbey Dore village, the property enjoys views over the stunning Herefordshire countryside.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £346 to £
Self catering accommodation in Docklow sleeps 4.
Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Cottage Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: Hampton Wafre Cottage details
Hampton Wafre Cottage has been converted from a 17th century stone barn. The detached cottage has its own private enclosed garden and is located half a mile up a private drive on a working arable farm. It enjoys a rural holiday location which offers country walks with stunning unspoilt views, indigenous wildlife and carp fishing exclusive to the cottage on a peaceful idyllically situated lake.
Docklow village is within easy walking distance and it is here that you will find the village pub, the Kings Head, which offers good hospitality, real ales, and simple meals. Docklow Pools are also located within the village which offer excellent fishing, together with their own pub and restaurant.
There is easy access to attractions such as stately homes, parks and gardens as well as the historic cathedral city of Hereford and ancient market towns Ledbury and Ludlow, the latter of nationwide fame for its many high quality restaurants. The nearest town, Leominster (BR Station) 10 minutes away, offers excellent shopping facilities and Worcester (M5) can be reached in 30 minutes. The area offers fantastic walking, cycling, fishing, and horse riding facilities. Hampton Wafre Cottage comes with fishing in its own idyllic location - please bring your own fishing tackle.
The cottage is some 135 miles from London, 58 miles from Birmingham, 158 miles from Manchester, and 54 miles from Cardiff. It will take you approximately two hours 40 minutes from London by road. Train stations are located at Worcester, Hereford and Leominster. Leominster train station is some seven minutes by road.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £270 to £500
Self catering accommodation in Ridgeway Cross sleeps 4.
Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Cottage Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: This terraced cottage is located near to Great Malvern and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.
Haywain is a terraced barn conversion on a farm in the hamlet of Ridgeway Cross near to Great Malvern. The cottage sleeps four people and has one double bedroom, a twin and a bathroom. It also has a fitted kitchen with a dining table and a sitting room. Outside is off road parking and shared use of gardens and the owners’ woodland. With its neighbouring cottages, Haywain can sleep up to eight people in style and comfort in beautiful surroundings.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £337 to £542
Self catering accommodation in Howle Hill sleeps 4.
Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Cottage Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: This is a gorgeous semi detached property in an idyllic countryside location set in 11 acres of smallholding land. Beautifully decorated and furnished throughout, the open plan living areas provide light, airy and spacious accommodation.
This property is a lovely stone built barn conversion. The building is part of an 11 acre smallholding set in a perfect rural location on the slopes of Howle Hill overlooking the spectacular Wye Valley. This superb holiday accommodation has been carefully converted to combine contemporary, high quality workmanship and fittings with a comfortable, welcoming country cottage ambience. Large and airy open plan living spaces marry perfectly with warm and cosy, wood burning stoves to create a relaxing living area. The cottage has a pretty patio area for stylish outdoor living with beautiful countryside views. As the ideal location to explore the beautiful walks and cycle routes of Wye Valley and Forest of Dean, this tranquil and welcoming cottage is also the perfect base for going further afield to the fascinating and thriving towns of Ross-on-Wye, Monmouth, Symonds Yat and Ledbury. Treat someone special to a romantic retreat in this fabulous cottage.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £303 to £
Self catering accommodation in Bosbury sleeps 2.
Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: Great Catley Hop Kilns details
The Grade II listed Hop Kiln adjoins Great Catley in a stunning rural setting with wildlife, footpaths and cycle routes surrounding it and the Malvern Hills in the distance. The property, which dates back to the 16th century, was once a working hop and cider farm but now comprises luxurious living within a traditional stone and oak structure with many old features that were used at that time for hop making.
It is situated in the hamlet of Catley, a mile from the village of Bosbury and only 20 minutes from the M50. Two local pubs are within a mile and a half, the Bell at Bosbury and the Oak at Staplow. Both serve local ales, excellent food and take-outs. The area is a perfect retreat for exploring the beautiful Herefordshire countryside.
The old town of Ledbury has its traditional black and white buildings but within them are a very eclectic range of independent shops and restaurants. Close by are Eastnor Castle, the Three Choirs Vineyard and Westons Cider Mill. The cities of Hereford and Worcester are an equidistant 15 miles. Both have beautiful cathedrals and riverside settings. Hereford has the famous Mappa Mundi and Worcester its cricket ground and racecourse.
The Malvern Hills are just 20 minutes away together with its spa town and theatre. Ludlow, Hay-on-Wye, Gloucester and Cheltenham are all less than an hour away with their own renowned festivals.
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Sleeps 16
Weekly price range £989 to £
Self catering accommodation in Evenjobb sleeps 16.
Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 16
Accommodation overview: Old Burfa details
Old Burfa is a late 15th century house which has been extensively refurbished and restored over the last 30 years. Its retained charm, making it an unusual house that many like to visit.
Located in the hamlet of Evenjobb overlooking the Brecon hills, Old Burfa is just 18 miles west of Leominster.
There are many attractive towns that are nearby. Presteigne and Kingston offer a variety of good quality shopping including a thriving craft industry.
The Oak at Titley is recommended, with its Michelin Star. The Harp Inn at Old Radnor just three miles away, serves great food and local ale and has a lovely sitting out area where you can enjoy views of the countryside.
There are many great walks which vary in length, including the famous Offa's Dyke that runs along past Old Burfa. Offa's Dyke covers 177 miles and passes through eight counties and three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are also amazing walk throughout the Black Mountains.
There is a mainline station at Leominster.
Special events in the area include the Hay Festival of Literature and Arts at Hay on Wye, Presteigne Festival of Music and Art, Knighton Festival and Titley Jazz Festival.
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