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Hampton Wafre Cottage, Docklow, Herefordshire, West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £346

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.

Whites Farm Barn, Ledbury, Herefordshire, West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £1045

Self catering accommodation in Ledbury sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Whites Farm Barn is absolutely stunning and probably one of the best barn conversions we have seen. Set deep within the countryside the property offers a real countryside experience and yet is within a convenient distance of one of the regions most delightful market towns - Ledbury. Internally the barn is presented in a welcoming and attractive open plan style, with large open spaces displaying the oak beams and original 'cross windows'. These period features mix beautifully with some contemporary touches such as underfloor heating. There is also the added benefit of a ground floor bedroom and bathroom. Externally the barn has an enclosed garden to the front and enjoys a lovely location situated down a quite lane within a little hamlet. The owner provides a super welcome basket (and maybe a little homemade Perry!!) and informs us that you can now order Waitrose deliveries to your door. This is an excellent choice for those who like quality, space and something a little historic. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit.Short Breaks welcome all year round.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance into vast Living Area.Living Area with three sofas and easy chair, flatscreen TV with Freeview with DVD playerKitchen / Dining area. Table and six chairs, Kitchen with electric hob and oven. microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, washer/drier and dishwasher. Bedroom One with twin beds and wardrobe. Bathroom One with large walk in shower, WC,washbasin and heated towel railUpstairsBedroom Two with double bed, sofa, hanging rail and chest of drawers.Bathroom Two with bath, handheld shower, WC, washbasin heated towel rail.Bedroom Three with king size bed, chest of drawers and hanging rail.Underfloor heating throughout, upstairs and downstairs*OutsideThere is a lovely, enclosed garden with a couple of fruit trees around the property with bench and separate table with benches.Off-street Parking. Strictly Babes in arms or children aged 5 + ONLY. *The underfloor heating is set at a constant level of warmth (dependent on the time of year naturally!) and is included within your price. Any additional requirements may be charged by the owner separately, at cost.No Pets. No Smokers. Short Breaks welcome year round, outside July, August and the Christmas/New Year period. Damages Deposit of £150 payable on arrival. Waitrose will deliver!Wifi Internet available

Llangain Farmhouse, Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire, West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £979

Self catering accommodation in Hay-on-Wye sleeps 8.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Llangain Farmhouse enjoys one of the most spectacular locations imaginable. Situated on a hill overlooking the Wye Valley, you can literally stand awe struck at this utterly magical view. With over 250 years of history this is a holiday home that comes highly recommended with traditional features throughout, including beams, thick walls and three woodburning stoves. The house has been restored using local craftsmen and materials (such as Herefordshire Oak) to create a one off property. The cottage can sleep up to 12 as there is an additional barn for an extra two people. We see this as a wonderful converted farmhouse with a location that is unparalled.ACCOMMODATION Farmhouse (sleeps 6/8, 4 bedrooms) Entrance to Living Room with wood burning stove, two sofas (one a sofa bed*) plus armchairs, large TV with integral DVD/CD player. Kitchen, fully equipped with electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, dining table and chairs, woodburning stove and storage heater. Bathroom with bath (with shower fitting), washbasin and WC. UpstairsBedroom One with 5ft double bed and wardrobeBedroom Two with twin beds, standard size and wardrobeBedroom Three with 3ft wide bunk beds. Bedroom Four (accessed via a steep oak ladder stairs, suitable for the more agile), with twin/double bedroom. The Barn (sleeps 2) with an open-plan mezzanine bedroom. The barn is presented in a traditional style with beams and flagstone floor, it is open plan with steep stairs to the gallery bedroomKitchen with electric cooker, microwave and a fridge/ freezer, dining table and chairsLiving Area with sofa and armchair TV and video, a piano plus woodburning stove and storage heater. Shower Room with shower, WC and washbasinUpstairsGallery Bedroom, accessed via a steep oak stairladder with double bed. OutsideA lovely garden of half an acre with the most magical views, a sunny part-paved courtyard, BBQ, picnic tables, benches and soft reclining chairs.Friday Changeover please. Cot available. Short Breaks welcome through out the year excluding Summer months, Easter, Xmas/New Year, Half terms and Hay Festival. Heating by storage heaters and wood-burning stoves. Electricity and logs are included all year. Linen provided, but NOT towels. Pets welcome. Cot provided. This property can be rented with Bullens Bank for large parties.*Sofa bed charged £40 extra per weekend or per week.Important Note: the property is reached via a steep stone track which is not suitable for 'low-profile' cars.

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.

The Coach House, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £397

Self catering accommodation in Bridgnorth sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Cottage Sleeps 4

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The Coach House (Shrops) details

The Coach House at Upton Cressett is a beautifully converted former 19th century coach house adjacent to Upton Cressett Hall and winner of Best Hidden Gem at the 2011 Hudson's Heritage Awards.

The property features exposed beams, a large sitting room with high ceilings leading out through French Windows to a private patio, and access to the historic gardens of Upton Cressett.

Upton Cressett is a secluded hamlet deep in the Shropshire countryside, but lies within four and a half miles of historic Bridgnorth and five miles of the small, pretty market town of Much Wenlock. It is accessed by a winding and, in places, steep lane which leads to the Hall. Next to the Hall is the historic Norman church of St Michael with its 12th century wall paintings.

Upton Cressett is a haven of peace and rural beauty - an ideal place to explore the Heart of England, from the gastronomic centre of Ludlow to the Ironbridge Gorge Museum, the Shropshire hills and many other historic houses, gardens and nurseries including David Austen Roses.

The Coach House can be taken in conjunction with The Gatehouse (also in our brochure) to provide accommodation for eight guests.

The Piggery, Lydney, Gloucestershire, West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £536

Self catering accommodation in Lydney sleeps 5.

Features include: • Garden • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: The Piggery is a stunning cottage situated in a simply divine location at the foot of the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean. Set in the middle of a large meadow, in the depths of the countryside above the River Severn, The Piggery enjoys complete peace and quiet with some incredible views across classic open countryside. Inside, the cottage has been beautifully restored and has all the modern comforts and conveniences whilst retaining the character of the original building. The accommodation is all on one level which means that it is suitable for those with limited mobility. Village shop has now re-opened (hoorah!) and pub in nearby village - are both a stroll away! We particularly like this property, it's location and fabulous viewsACCOMMODATION (all on one level)Ground FloorEntrance to open plan Living Room with Dining area and Kitchen, Kitchen, fully equipped with Rangemaster cooker with double oven, four ring hob, hotplate and ceramic hob, fridge, dishwasher, washing machineLiving Room with sofas and chairs, TV and DVD and large windows to private gardenBedroom One with double bed, wardrobe and chest of drawersBedroom Two with two single beds and patio doors to the garden and Ensuite shower, WC & hand-basinBedroom Three with single bed and wardrobeFamily Bathroom with bath, shower above, WC & hand-basin.Outside There is a large, private garden which overlooks the surrounding fields and meadows. There is garden furniture immediatly outside the property.Central heating and electricity included in rental. Parking for two cars. Regret No pets. Cot and highchair available.

Little Marstow Cottage, Ruardean, Gloucestershire, West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £427

Self catering accommodation in Ruardean sleeps 2.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: Little Marstow Cottage is cosy, cosy, cosy! Set on the slopes above the Wye Valley, this delightful holiday cottage is a real gem - surrounded by green fields and from the garden there are spectacular views of twenty miles plus over the surrounding countryside towards the Brecon Beacons. Once a wee farmhouse, and first built at the beginning of the 18th century, the self catering accommodation retains much of the character of the original building and now provides a warm and welcoming character home in a delightful setting. Inside character features include a wood-burner and beams while outside you have a private garden and little bothy - perfect for relaxing on those long summer days. This is an excellent base from which to explore this beautiful area and represents superb value for money.  ACCOMMODATIONGround FloorEntrance to lobby leading to KitchenKitchen, equipped with electric hob and oven, microwave and fridge. Snug / Dining Room with chairs plus table and chairs. Living Room with wood-burner, three arm chairs plus TV, DVD and digibox and views to the private gardenBathroom with bath, electric shower above, WC and washbasinFirst FloorMain Bedroom with double bed, plus wardrobe and chest of drawers. Additional Single Bed available on the landing area, a good size area!  OutsideA delightful garden overlooking the fields can be found to the front of the cottage. To the rear there is further space with an extra Bothy with seating ideal for enjoying those 'sundowners'! Modern night storage heating and radiators running from the wood-burner. Parking for one car. Stabling available for ponies and horses. Regret No Pets. Regret No Children under 10 years .LocationForest-of-Dean, Wye Valley, Symonds Yat, Ross-on-Wye, Tintern Abbey, Ledbury, Forest-of-Dean cycleway, canoeing and fishing on the River Wye. Country walks from your doorstep. Local shop and Inn serving good food 2 miles.

Somerford Cottage, Great Somerford, Wiltshire, West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £814

Self catering accommodation in Great Somerford sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Somerford Cottage is a quintessential English country cottage set in the heart of a beautiful and classic Cotswold village, itself located in the southern Cotswolds. The property, which has a history dating back hundreds of years, was once part of the village's Manor House, offers lovely large rooms throughout, all presented in an attractive and stylish fashion, with careful attention given to mixing contemporary furniture with traditional cottage features. Of particular appeal is the spacious living area, which is light, airy and inviting. As one would expect with a property of such history there are delightful, mature gardens, which customers can enjoy (see below*), in fact the owners are able to offer seasonal 'home grown produce' to customers - wonderful!! Locally, the village of Great Somerford is a thriving community with an excellent local shop and pub both within a 5 minute walk. We consider this holiday cottage as ideal for families or small groups who want to enjoy a traditional Cotswold location with good facilities nearby and good access to a wealth of local attractions. A real gem!ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to KitchenKitchen  fully equipped with gas hob, electric oven, microwave, large fridge and separate freezer section, washing machine and dishwasherCloakroom with WC and washbasinLiving / Dining Room, stunning open plan room offering large space for entertaining and relaxing and includes many period features including beams and exposed Cotswold stone walls.Dining Area with table and six chairsLiving Area with two large sofas, flatscreen TV, with Freeview and DVD player, wood burning stoveUpstairsBedroom One, very large bedroom with views towards the village and fields, plus views towards the gardens. Double bed with chest of drawers and wardrobe/hanging space. Bedroom Two, also very spacious with double bed, hanging space, chest of drawersBedroom Three, accessed through bedroom two, again very large (!) and with two single beds, hanging space and chest of drawers.Bathroom with shower, WC and washbasinOutsideCustomers have a private courtyard area surrounded by an historic wisteria (we were too early in spring to see it in full bloom!) and with a garden table and six chairs for al fresco dining. *There is also limited access to the part of the owners' main gardens, however please be aware that there may be certain times when the owners wish to enjoy privacy! The garden is located approx 10 paces across a short gravel driveway. Parents should note that there is a pond with fish and that children should not be left unattended at the pond. We ask customers to be considerate when using the garden both for the owners and also because they are of local importance from a floral perspective. Any Day changeover, except July and August and school holidays, when changeovers must be on a Saturday. Heating and electricity included. Sorry No Pets. Children Welcome. Cot and High Chair, along with babybath available. Off Street parking for two cars. Starter basket of logs supplied, more available at cost. Seasonal Vegetables also available on request, to be discussed directly with the owner in advance of arrival. LOCATIONGreat Somerford (part of 'The Somerfords) is a traditional village situated in the southern Cotswolds, deep in the heart of Wiltshire's Clay Vale, sandwiched between the limestone belt of the Cotswolds and the chalklands of the Malborough Downs. Amongst a few 'claims to fame' is the fact that the village is believed to have the country's oldest allotment with notes  of a private growing dating back to 1809! Nearby is the market town of Malmesbury, which has a beautiful church, with Tetbury. 15 mins drive, an antique collectors heaven a little further away. Westonbirt Arboretum, with its amazing walks and forests is within 2o minutes drive. Bath, in particular, is a convenient drive away as are a wide variety of Cotswold attractions and attractive villages.