Spacious Detached Cottage Overlooking River Wye
Peaceful location with Stunning Views over Wye Valley
Sleeps 8 (5 Bedrooms)
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This 5 bedroom stone cottage was originally built in the late 18th century. It is situated in a quiet rural setting overlooking the Wye Valley, which is an area of outstanding natural beauty. It has easy access to a wide variety of activities from walking and fishing to music and book festivals. There are several good pubs in the locality with Ross on Wye and Hereford providing further pubs and restaurants. For larger parties, we own a 2 bedroom cottage next door which could be combined with this. See property ref E3198 for more details.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 3 September 2011 - 16 December 2011 | £650 | 7 | ||
| 17 December 2011 - 6 January 2012 | £1000 | 7 | ||
| 7 January 2012 - 23 March 2012 | £690 | 7 | ||
| 24 March 2012 - 20 April 2012 | £825 | 7 | ||
| 21 April 2012 - 29 June 2012 | £775 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 7 September 2012 | £940 | 7 | ||
| 8 September 2012 - 14 December 2012 | £675 | 7 | ||
| 15 December 2012 - 4 January 2013 | £1000 | 7 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the whole property per week in UK pounds but please enquire if you would like a shorter break. Dogs are £10 each extra.
Changeover day
Saturday changeover. Access after 4pm day of arrival, must vacate by 11am day of departure. Special circumstances may be negotiable.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 has 6' bed, en-suite bath/shower. Bedroom 2 with single bed. Bedroom 3 with 5' double bed. Bedroom 4 with twin beds. Bedroom 5 with single bed. |
| Bathrooms: | En-suite bathroom to bed 1 has bath, shower, twin basins and wc. This room has been completely redone and separate shower installed in Nov 2011. Separate family bathroom with bath, basin and wc. Ground floor wc and basin. |
| Kitchen: | Large well appointed kitchen with breakfast table. Aga, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, larder. A separate electric twin hob is also available. Basic foodstuffs in kitchen cupboards and larder eg cooking oil, herbs and spices. |
| Utility Room: | Contains washing machine and dryer. Ironing board and iron and washing lines. Use of chest freezer available on request. |
| Living Rooms: | Main sitting room has open fire, sofas, armchairs, Freeview TV and DVD. Second living room adjoining sitting room has sofa, armchair, desk. Dining room with oak refectory table seating 8 is off the kitchen. Radio/iPod dock in kitchen also. |
| Other: | There is an upstairs play room for children with mid-size multi-games table (air hockey, table tennis etc), bean bags, TV/video. Downstairs hall with cloakroom off. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels and bed linen for your stay are included in rental. A travel cot can be made available but no cot bedding provided. Please leave house in clean and tidy state on departure. Tescos will deliver to this address. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer microwave dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer iron/ironing board tv internet access central heating cot barbecue |
| Suitability: | pets accepted |
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Notes on accommodation
The cottage is fully central heated and has an open fireplace in the sitting room. A basket of logs is provided in the rental. Further logs available at £5 per basket. Up to 2 well behaved dogs are welcome at £10 extra per dog but to remain downstairs only please. No cats. There is also use of an outside kennel, if required. No smoking please.
Accessibility
There are 2 staircases, both of which are quite steep and further step changes between rooms so it is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with mobility difficulties.
Outside
Small but well attended garden with patio leading from kitchen french windows. Garden bench, table and barbecue. The garden enjoys stunning views over the river and a 12 mile view of the surrounding countryside over to May Hill in Gloucestershire.
Golf
Several good golf courses are within about 10-20 mins drive. Ross on Wye golf club, South Herefordshire golf club, The Rolls golf club, Monmouth, Tewksbury golf club.
Travel
Birmingham, Bristol and Cardiff Airports are all about one hour's drive from the property and a car is essential for this rural location. A bus service runs to Ross and Hereford through the village.
Distances
The cottage is situated on the outskirts of Hoarwithy which has an unusual Italianate church, post office and excellent pub. Ross on Wye is 5 miles south, a market town with antique shops, pubs and restaurants. Hereford is about 8 miles north with its cathedral, medieval chained library and Mappa Mundi, leisure centre and swimming pool. It too has good shops and restaurants. Hay on Wye is about 30 miles with its jazz and book festivals and antique shops.
Further details
The Wye Valley is a walker's paradise with hundreds of footpaths covering spectacular countryside. On the border with Wales, there is much historical interest with Offa's Dyke nearby and the border castles of Goodrich, Skenfrith, White and Grosmont. Tintern Abbey is within easy driving distance as are the Malvern Hills and Black Mountains. Other activities include fishing, canoeing (a great fun activity for all the family) and children's adventure parks in the Forest of Dean. The property does not come with its own fishing on the Wye, but makes ideal accommodation for those fishing the Middle Wye beats. For racing enthusiasts the courses at Hereford, Ludlow, Chepstow and Cheltenham are all within striking distance.
Booking notes
A deposit of 30% is required on booking, the balance to be paid 6 weeks prior to the letting date. Bookings taken less than 6 weeks before the letting date must be paid in full. A full refund will be paid for cancellations up to 21 days prior to the letting date. Cancellation after this time will result in forfeiture of the full rental unless we can re-let the property for those dates. Cancellation insurance is recommended. A damage deposit is also required. Paypal or bank transfer preferred.
Guest comments
'The views and ambiance are hard to beat.' Mr & Mrs D, Leics
'What an awe-inspiring location - fantastic.' Mrs D, Kent
'the house is a delight, so friendly and comfortable.' S family, London
'Plenty of space for a large family & well equipped - kids loved it.' P family, Northants
Owner profile
Recent photo while on holiday
About the owner
I worked in the City until after my children were born. I bought our house in Herefordshire as a bolthole from London and to be near my family. I now have 2 children and 2 dogs and Herefordshire is my favourite county in the whole of the UK. Being able to share our house and the next door cottage with other families who enjoy the surroundings as much as we do gives me great pleasure (as well as enabling us to pay the bills!) We are unable to live in our house properly until my husband retires so letting it and the cottage out for holidays seems the best option to us.
Year purchased: 1980's
Why the owner chose a home in this location
My grandfather lived in the village and this house belonged to my father for a number of years. I bought it from him when he retired and it was the best decision I ever made. This house is our home but because of my husband's job, we move around a lot and rarely have a chance to live here. By letting it out for weekly lets, this enables us to spend a bit of time here ourselves. When my husband retires, we will move back permanently and I can't wait! I love Herefordshire, its beauty and unspoiled countryside as well as friendly locals. There is lots to do, or nothing, depending on your mood. For me, just sitting in the bay window and looking out at the view is my favourite pastime.
Unique benefits of the property
The peace of the countryside and watching the seasons change over the Wye Valley are very special features. The warmth of the kitchen in winter and being able to sit out on the terrace overlooking the river in summer give the house a very special (I think) atmosphere. The house is old and much loved and therefore a little bit on the scruffy side but that's how we like it. It is comfortable and relaxing with amazing views but not Colefax and Fowler. Having said that we have just redone our en-suite bathroom and it is fabulous! There are some portraits of my family (but luckily not of me!) in the house painted for my husband while abroad!
For booking and further information
Property Ref E857
Contact Name:
Antonia Cuthbert
(UNITED KINGDOM) +44 7507635352
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