Dog-friendly Herefordshire

This delightful, single storey, detached holiday property, in the grounds of Mathon Court, offers tastefully styled interiors, and the enclosed garden affords wonderful views over open countryside, with streams and direct access to public footpaths for scenic walks. Peacefully located along a quiet lane, yet only 2 miles from the local pub/restaurant, and 31/2 miles from the popular town of Malvern which has excellent facilities including leisure centre, cinema and theatre which attracts many West End shows and stars, and 7 miles from the historic market town of Ledbury. This is an ideal home for couples or families who wish to explore Worcestershire and Herefordshire. There are many picturesque villages to visit, and the property is well placed for sightseeing, with the cathedral cities of Worcester, Hereford and Gloucester all within driving distance. The Malvern Hills, Cotswolds and Forest of Dean are also within easy reach, as is the Regency spa town of Cheltenham and Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of Shakespeare. Both offer an excellent day out, with an abundance of shops, theatres, racecourses and restaurants. Excellent, challenging walking, golf, fishing, cycling and horse riding are all close by. Shop 11/2 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

This nicely converted, 19th century, detached, cider mill holiday cottage is near the owner’s farm, with views over lawned gardens and meadows, in the cider apple county just south of the fine medieval town of Ludlow. It’s a short drive from woodland walks, fishing in the Teme Valley and the border country. The dining area retains a magnificent cider mill (one of the few that survive in the area) and the living room has external granary steps. Good walks from the door, and all the attractions of Shropshire and Hereford an easy drive. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

The spacious balcony of this tastefully converted attached barn enjoys far reaching views and catches the sun most of the day. The living/dining room/kitchen is on the first floor, to take advantage of the outlook, with windows on three sides. The holiday cottage is located in the grounds of a country house and enjoys use of a heated swimming pool in summer, the owner of which is happy to show off her Gipsy Moth aeroplane and vintage car. Conveniently situated between the Wye Valley and Malvern Hills, there are numerous attractions for any time of year including the Three Counties Showground and Ledbury Poetry Festival. Shop and pub 2 miles, restaurant 3 miles.