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Bearwood House and Cottage, Pembridge, Herefordshire, West England

Sleeps 15
Weekly prices from £1389

Self catering accommodation in Pembridge sleeps 15.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Hot Tub • Golf near by • Pub near by • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 15

Accommodation overview:

Bearwood House & Cottage details

Bearwood House is a half-timbered property in an idyllic rural holiday setting. The House is adjacent to but entirely separate from Bearwood Cottage. If the house and cottage are booked together there is ample space in the dining room to accommodate 15 guests.

Endless entertainment is provided. In the sunken garden there is a luxury outdoor hot tub for 6 people. The games room contains a pool table, tennis table and darts board. Six bicycles including a tandem, croquet, badminton, boules and many other garden games are provided. There is a Wii, a playstation 2, an iPod docking station and a good selection of board games. Tennis is available at the owner's house nearby. Free wireless broadband is provided.

The house is set in grounds of more than an acre with an arboretum, sunken garden and loggia.

The 15c New Inn, post office, delicatessen and farm shop are a mile away in the picturesque "black and white" village of Pembridge. The Michelin-starred Stagg Inn is within 15 minutes' drive and the market towns of Ludlow (with a further 2 Michelin-starred restaurants) and Hay-on-Wye are within 25 minutes' drive. Golf at England's highest golf course and flying lessons are nearby. Numerous other outdoor pursuits can easily be arranged.

Places to visit within the area include:
Berrington Hall - A fine house created by Henry Holland, explore the many rooms or relax by the lake.
Croft Castle - Home of the Croft family for nearly 1000 years the castle has many stories to uncover.
Hampton Court and Gardens - Offering a variety of events throughout the year, the castle dates back to the 15th Century and has an interesting history.
Hergest Gardens - Set in the Heart of the Welsh Marshes with stunning views towards the Black Mountains.
Ludlow Castle - A fine Medieval Castle with a fascinating history, makes a great day out for all the family.
Hereford Cathedral - A beautiful building, home of the Mappa Mundi.
Monkland Cheese Dairy - A working dairy farm. Learn and discover the methods of cheese production with an experience day.
Dunkertons Cider Mill - Makers of traditional organic Cider and Perry with a shop on site.
Leominster Antique Centre - Situated in the middle of the town with over 25 antique shops to visit.

Special Events within the area include:
Hay on Wye Festival Offering two festivals through the year, the first taking place 21-31 May 2015, the Winter festival taking place 29 November - 1 December 2014.

Lower Moor Lodge, Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire, West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £608

Self catering accommodation in Hay-on-Wye sleeps 4.

Features include: Wheelchair Accessible • Garden • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Lower Moor Lodge, Hay on Wye is a lovely, cosy cottage located conveniently for this historic and delightful literary town. The cottage, which is over 200 years old and was once the lodge to the Lower Moor Manor, has a wealth of period features, including original flagstone and wooden flooring and wood burning stove. The owners have cleverly mixed old and new to make it a very charming home. There is a lovely garden and super views to the south. The property is located just 15 mins level walk from Hay centre with its shops, cafes and restaurants. (Hay on Wye is a world renowned for its book festivals and book shops NB: 'Hay Festival' is charged at Xmas ratesACCOMMODATION (all on one level, with two steps to bedroom 1)Entrance through to Kitchen.Kitchen, equipped with Rayburn hob and oven, dishwasher, fridge (no freezer), washer/dryer plus table and two chairs. Stable door to garden and patio area.Dining Room, a lovely room with a view towards the garden, table and four chairs.Living Room with flagstone floor and large rug, plus one sofa and two chairs, log burner, TV with DVD player. Bedroom One with super view, double bed, wardrobe and chest of drawersBedroom Two with two single bedsBathroom with bath, electric shower over, WC and washbasinOutsideThe cottage enjoys a good size garden which surrounds the property, including off-street parking. The garden is lovely with many cottage style plants along with a patio with table and chairs. Beyond there are fields in one direction while the town is in the other. Saturday Changeover Please. One Pet Welcome. No Cot or high chair supplied. Heating & Electricity included, as well as a starter pack of logs. (The property is suitable for those with limited mobility, but please do note that there is a step into each bedroom and that the shower is in the bath.)Short Breaks welcome October to Easter, except School Holidays. Otherwise, short breaks only at 3 weeks notice.

The Knoll Tower, Weston-under-Lizard Shifnal, Shropshire, West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £354

Self catering accommodation in Weston-under-Lizard Shifnal sleeps 2.

Features include: • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Romantic Breaks • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview:

The Knoll Tower details

The Knoll Tower, built circa 1865, is located in the midst of the ancient and historic park of Weston Park, with panoramic views of the Shropshire countryside and Welsh borders.

This luxury self-catering bolt hole is available for week or weekend short breaks throughout the year. Sleeping two this Victorian Hunting Lodge was built in the late 1800s by the third Earl of Bradford. Set over three floors, leading up to a top floor sitting room with stunning panoramic views over Capability Browns stunning 18th century parkland, the Tower combines all the home comforts you could would want but in a unique historic hideaway.

The Knoll Tower is situated on the outer reaches of the Park and as well as unrivalled views across to the magnificent 17th century stately home and the Temple of Diana, also enjoys views across the Shropshire Hills, affording total privacy for a relaxing escape.

The magnificent 17th century stately home, which can be seen from the Tower was built in 1671, the estate also features two more Grade 1 listed buildings, the Temple of Diana and the Roman Bridge in Temple Wood. Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli, a frequent visitor to Weston, suggested building a hunting lodge on the Knoll and so the Tower was created.

Guests staying at Knoll Tower can enjoy walking through Temple Wood, one of only five Capability Brown Pleasure Grounds left intact in the UK. The Granary Grill and Deli on the estate is open all year round with the Grill serving lunch and dinner and the Deli stocking a wide range of speciality food and drink.

Although the Earls of Bradford owned much of the land around Weston the Knoll on which the Tower was erected was owned by the Durrant Family of Tong, a village close to the Park, up until 1855 at which time their small estate was put up for sale.

The Durrant Family of Tong had made their money in the Caribbean in the sugar trade. The last owner before the sale of the estate divorced his wife after which he led a fairly extravagant life style. A character not loved locally, he erected a monument on the Knoll to celebrate his divorce. On his demise, his two sons blew the monument up and we believe there is a remnant of the masonry in the woodland near the Tower.

The Weston Park Foundation took over the Weston Park estate in 1986, the Tower was unused and semi derelict at that time. In 2002 it was restored and permission granted to build an extersion providing kitchen, bathroom and heating. In December 2013, the property went through a major redecoration programme to enable the charity to offer the property as a unique destination for short breaks.

Shepherds Hay, Stanton, Worcestershire, West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £565

Self catering accommodation in Stanton sleeps 2.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: Shepherd's Hay is a classic cosy country cottage located in one of the Cotswolds most quintessential villages'. The cottage is full of Cotswold charm - mullion windows, beams, inglenook fireplace and oozes country character and yet provides all the mod cons that one would expect from a very high standard of self catering. This chic cottage is as ideal for couples looking for a weekend retreat or longer break, as it is suitable for groups of four given the extra two beds available. Perhaps above all else this offers the superb mix of having an excellent property set right in the heart of this amazing village. The High Street, where the cottage is situated, is simply gorgeous: gorgeous Cotswold buildings, nothing more than the odd car and some horses plus a superb pub! You will struggle to get find a more classic Cotswold cottage!ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to lobby with hanging and space for boots etc. Living Room very cosy room with sofa, two armchairs, inglenook fireplace, bookcase with a wide selection of books with TV and DVD player. There is also a door to the garden.Kitchen beautifully presented, with electric hob and double oven with grill, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher and washing machine. There are also doors to the garden.Dining Room with table and four chairsUpstairsMaster Bedroom, lovely and large, with double bed (4ft 6in) wardrobe with shelving plus chest of drawers, plus TV with DVD playerBedroom Two with two, large, full size and hand made bunk beds, wardrobe with shelving*Bathroom with bath, power shower over, WC and washbasinOutsideTo the rear of the cottage is a delightful, enclosed garden with table and chairs. The cottage is situated on the quiet village High Street, with on street parking plentiful.One small Pet welcome, strictly downstairs only. Starter logs supplied. Heating and elec included. Wifi IncludedDamages Deposit required in advance of arrival.  * This room is charged at £40 per bunk/person p/w or short-break.

2 The Oaks, Hoarwithy, Herefordshire, West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £290

Self catering accommodation in Hoarwithy sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 4

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2 The Oaks details

2 The Oaks is a beautiful 19th century semi-detached sandstone cottage, situated in a very quiet rural location between Hereford and Ross-on-Wye, both seven miles away. The cottage is a mile from the village of Hoarwithy which has a brilliant local pub (the New Harp Inn) situated next to the River Wye, which serves excellent food and local beers and also houses a small convenience shop.

This is a wonderful walking location with direct access to footpaths from the garden. Cycling can also be enjoyed by following the many bridleways and tracks in the area.

Monmouth lies 15 miles to the south with its wonderful castles, and white water canoeing is just 10 miles away at Symonds Yat. The Forest Of Dean is around 20 miles away, and has many attractions including cycling, mountain biking, walking, a steam railway, Hopewell Colliery Museum and Go-Ape. Just over the border the Brecon Beacons await. To the North West (50 minutes' drive) is the border town of Hay-on-Wye, famous for its Literature and Arts festival.

Places to visit within the area include:

Hereford Cathedral - A 20 minute drive from the property.
Goodrich Castle - seven miles from the property.
Four Foxes Vineyards - twenty miles from the property.
Monmouth - 15 miles south, has several castles and ruins.
The Forest of Dean - About 20 miles away. The area has many attractions including cycling, mountain biking, walking, a steam railway, Hopewell Colliery Museum and Go-Ape.

Keepers Cottage, Hereford, Herefordshire, West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £740

Self catering accommodation in Hereford sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview:

Keepers Cottage details

Keepers Cottage is a Victorian gamekeepers house and has been completely refurbished to a very high standard, it offers high quality accommodation for up to six people in the cottage and the adjacent converted barn. It is reached by a private track through the woods and is situated in a grassy woodland glade.

Guests have the opportunity to walk or mountain bike on the owners' private estate and in the woods around the house. Ideal den making opportunities for the young, and the surrounding countryside is a haven for wildlife and is steeped in history. Offas Dyke, the border between England and Wales in the Dark Ages, runs actually through the estate and the only neighbours in the woods are fallow deer and badgers as well as buzzards, red kites, ravens and woodcock.

Situated between Hereford and Hay-on-Wye, Keepers Cottage is the perfect base for exploring the Welsh borders, the Black Mountains, the Brecon Beacons and the historic Hereford Cathedral or for touring the unspoilt market towns of Leominster, Kington and Ross-on- Wye. If you would prefer to relax at home, the house itself has a cinema and a sauna as well as a table tennis table and the house and barn are completely enclosed with a courtyard for outside dining and letting children and dogs run free but safely.

Locally, there are excellent pubs and restaurants including the Michelin star pub The Stagg Inn. There is an excellent farm shop and cafe two miles away and other convenience shopping is available four miles away. The famous bookshops of Hay-on-Wye and the gastronomic mecca of Ludlow are also within very easy reach.

If you really want to get away from it all, you can hole up in the cottage and apart from the occasional gamekeeper or woodsman passing by, you will be completely undisturbed.

Upper Mowley, Titley, Herefordshire, West England

Sleeps 16
Weekly prices from £1793

Self catering accommodation in Titley sleeps 16.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Golf near by • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 16

Accommodation overview:

Upper Mowley details

Upper Mowley is a bright and spacious farmhouse in a wonderful (and totally private) position with far reaching views on all sides.

Situated in the West of Herefordshire near the Welsh border, the house is surrounded by its own ancient rolling pasture land. The nearby farm buildings are no longer used for farming and there are now indoor games areas, including a full size indoor tennis court and table tennis room.

A perfect outdoor break, there is unbeatable walking with the Mortimer Trail (from Ludlow to Kington) and Offa's Dyke nearby.

Guest Note: Floor plans are available on request

Long Cover, Kyre, Herefordshire, West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £397

Self catering accommodation in Kyre sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 6

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Long Cover details

Long Cover is a detached cottage, rated Gold 4-star by the tourist board, in a very rural position in Fishpools, Kyre, near Tenbury Wells in Worcestershire.

This traditional 16th century timber frame house is surrounded by tranquil farmland and is situated half a mile from the nearest road. There are magnificent views in all directions over the Teme and Kyre valleys, ancient woodland and unspoilt farmland. It has a wealth of features including exposed beams, an old oak staircase, leaded light windows, an Aga and wood burning stove. The patio looks out over the Long Cover ancient woodland that is rich in wildlife. This raised and tranquil cottage has magnificent views across fields and farmland.

Guests will enjoy a private patio at the side which looks on to Fishpools and an ancient oak woodland. The cottage is in an ideal location for an outdoor break in Worcestershire.

Leading directly from the holiday cottage is an extensive network of footpaths and bridle ways where badgers, woodpeckers, buzzards and owls may be seen.

Places to visit in this part of Worcestershire include Tenbury Wells, an attractive riverside spa and market town in the Teme Valley (four miles away). The fine Georgian food town of Ludlow, renowned for its castle and restaurants, is a 25-minute drive away. Further attractions are Leominster, renowned for its antique shops, Hay-on-Wye, famed for its antiquarian book shops, the Ironbridge Museum at Telford, the Severn Valley Railway, West Midlands Safari Park and the Malvern Hills.