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The Hen House
Teme Valley, Worcester |
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The Hen House is situated in a peaceful, rural location amidst nearly 9 acres of private garden, orchard and meadowland. Part of a 17th Century farmstead, this romantic self-catering cottage nestles in the Teme Valley on the Worcester, Shropshire and Herefordshire borders, a little-known part of England shaped into undulating hills, hop fields and magical woodland. This one-bedroom cottage is opposite the owner's farmhouse but with a garden and wisteria-clad pergola providing privacy, makes a cosy retreat for a couple on honeymoon or private getaway. The owners have 2 dogs, 2 donkeys, 3 sheep and many cats and well-behaved dogs are welcome, as long as they are cat-friendly!
Brook Farm is located in the Marches countryside, a wooded paradise and walkers' haven. The surrounding hills, forests and villages offer a huge range of activities - horseriding amongst the forest paths and bridleways, off-road biking, cycling through country lanes, and boat trips and fishing in the rivers. The area's historic towns and villages ooze character and there are plenty of castles, stately homes and monuments to visit: Worcester's magnificent Cathedral and working canals, Herefordshire's fairytale Eastnor Castle situated spectacularly in the Malvern Hills, or browse Ludlow's antique shops and historic centre, little changed since mediaeval times. There are no shortage of intimate places to eat out - the area is a foodie's paradise. Ludlow is renowned for some of the highest quality restaurants in the country, and most of the surrounding towns and villages boast historic inns and restaurants, serving delicious local produce. There is so much to see in the heart of England and this lovely little cottage is convenient for exploring it all.
When you're done exploring, pamper yourself by booking a manicure, pedicure or aromatherapy massage through the owners of the Hen House. They will also supply catering on request - for £35, a 3 course meal for 2 can get your holiday off to a relaxing start. Or if you prefer to cook yourself, help yourself to the produce from the kitchen garden - vegetables and salad don't come much fresher!
For the ideal romantic getaway, pampering break, or honeymoon, escape to this beautiful little place in the country, pet-friendly, self-catering cottage in the Heart of England.
- Bedrooms: 1 (1 double)
- Sleeps: 2
- Bathrooms: 1 with bath and shower
- Washing machine
- Freeview TV, (Sky Box Office and Sky Sports for small charge), DVD, CD
- Wireless broadband, printer, scanner, photocopier
- Central heating included
- Situated in 9 acres of orchard, garden and meadowland
- Garden with garden furniture and BBQ area
- Well-behaved, cat-friendly dogs welcome
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- Charming rural location
- Ludlow - 8 miles
- Nearest Airport - Birmingham 1 hour
- Nearest station - Ludlow - 8 miles
- Excellent restaurants and character inns, 15 minutes
- Walking, horseriding, cycling, fishing, food
- Eastnor Castle, Worcester Cathedral, Bennington Hall nearby
- Central location for exploring the Marches, Herfordshire, Shropshire and Worcester
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Accommodation:
The Hen House is an enchanting little clapperboard cottage which was once a place where donkeys slept. Situated at the end of a winding lane near the village of Berrington, this charming self-catering space has a large open-plan lounge kitchen/diner with light blue walls, low exposed beams, fresh-cut flowers and a jumble of throws and comfy chairs to sink into. The thoughtfully designed kitchen is equipped with an electric oven, fridge and washing machine. There is wireless broadband, a printer, scanner and photocopier, and you're asked to pay a small charge if you use these extensively. The House is well-equipped with Freeview TV, with Sky. If you wish, you can have Sky Box Office and Sky Sports added at cost price. There is also a DVD and CD player.
The spacious bathroom is immaculate with bath and shower, and the pretty bedroom is decorated in blue and white, and has a thick comfortable canopy bed.
The immediate area is a charming mix of woodland, farm, and wilderness, with butterflies and wildflowers around you. There are beautiful walks from your doorstep and a BBQ area and small table with wicker furniture that provides an elegant place to take tea or enjoy a glass of wine. The cottage is on the site of an organic farm, meaning that you can enjoy vegetables and salad from the kitchen garden. Vegetable boxes are also available by arrangement. For a self-catering cottage in a little piece of wilderness, where could be better?
What's included:
Many small extras have been thoughtfully provided with this holiday cottage in the Heart of England to make your stay enjoyable: fresh flowers, quality bedlinen, towels, and a welcome basket of provisions - enough for your first breakfast - is provided for your arrival. Heating and electricity are included in the rental. For £35, freshly prepared meals by arrangement. For £7, and one week's notice, a veggie basket can be arranged.
Directions
The Hen House is between Tenbury Wells and Leominster, 45 minutes west of Worcester and about the same distance north of Hereford.
From Leominster, A49 towards Ludlow. After about half a mile take a right towards Leysters. Follow for few miles, through Leysters, after which there's a big hill at the bottom, with a left turn to Berrington. Follow road to end, Brook Farm is on your left.
From Ludlow, A49 towards Leominster. When you reach Woofferton, take a left on to A456 towards Tenbury Wells. After a mile or 2, you reach Little Hereford where there's a grey bridge and a pub, the Temeside. Turn right to Leysters before the bridge. After a few yards take a left (signposted Berrington), continue for over a mile. Pass Field Lane on right, then the road goes downhill past a large red farmhouse on left, over humpbacked bridge to sharp bend. Brook Farm is on right between bend and humpbacked bridge with a postbox beside gate.
From the M5(J6) and Worcester. A449 in direction of Kidderminster. Take a left at Ombersley on to A443. After a few miles take a right at the T junction, on to the A456 to Tenbury Wells. Turn left and drive through the town. Leaving Tenbury pass a left turn to Bromyard, where the road starts to climb. Almost immediately, turn right (signed for Berrington, not suitable for HGV's). At a few hundred yards, turn left at a T junction. Follow road for a approx 1 mile and turn right at another T junction, opposite red brick building. Follow road for another mile or so. There is a very long, relatively flat and narrow stretch of road, with two red brick houses on left and a sharp left turn to Leysters. Brook Farm is on left between bend and humpbacked bridge with a postbox beside gate.
Cost and availability.
Change over day is flexible. Guests should vacate the property by 11am and new guests are invited from 3pm.
Weekly rental, October to Easter - £245
Easter to September and Bank Holidays - £345
Christmas - £450
New Year - £400
Short breaks of 2 nights are available from £150
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The Hen House, Brook Farm, Berrington, Worcestershire, England.
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