Dog-friendly Herefordshire

A fantastic three-bedroom bungalow resting in Colwall, Worcestershire. Enclosed gardens. Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Pet-friendly. Worcester 12 miles; Hereford 19.8 miles.

These four superb holiday cottages nestle on the borders of Herefordshire and Worcestershire and are located on a 700-acre estate on the beautiful west side of the Malvern Hills. Netherley Hall Estate is a family-run farm specialising in the breeding of cattle and sheep and the surrounding area offers marvellous woodland walks.

The cottages are within 15 minutes’ drive of Malvern and have panoramic views of the wooded hills and unspoilt countryside; the location is ideal for nature enthusiasts, with an abundance of wildlife to observe as well as unrivalled birdwatching.

Three of the cottages are detached, whilst the fourth one is semi-detached, and the English oak timber used to restore their interiors was felled and machined from the extensive woodland on the estate itself. The furnishings and fittings for all the cottages have been supplied by local businesses, and during restoration, the owners have paid great attention to detail.
Parkers (ref RAAP) was originally built in 1610 and is a detached, listed building lovingly restored to the very highest standard and has several items of antique furniture. Parkers Lodge (ref RAAQ) is a smaller two-bedroomed detached cottage completed in 2006 and fitted out to a very high standard, whilst Brook House (ref RAAR) is a detached, listed building dating from around 1670 and emanates a marvellous ambience. It has landscaped gardens and a terrace with outstanding views overlooking Mathon Brook. The Bothy (ref UK12100) is semi-detached and was renovated in 2019. It has a kitchen/dining room, and through the archway there is a comfortable living room with French doors opening out to a beautiful garden area, with views over the farmland and farm animals.

Attractions to visit near the cottages include the Malvern Hills, Three Counties Showground and Malvern Theatre, as well as farm shops, gardens, gift shops, picnic areas and walking trails. Fishing, golf and horse riding are also available, as well as pick your own fruit (in season). Racecourses in the locality include Hereford, Worcester, Chepstow, Ludlow, Cheltenham, Wolverhampton, Warwick and Stratford. Shop 1 mile, pub 2 miles.

Set on the edge of a pretty hamlet, this timber barn conversion enjoys a peaceful location in the Herefordshire countryside. Attached to the owners’ home, it has been comfortably furnished throughout, retaining many of the original oak beams. An ideal holiday base for exploring Hereford city with its cathedral, Mappa Mundi, racecourse and cider museum with Bromyard Downs for walking close by. Forest of Dean, Hay-on-Wye and the Black Mountains also easily accessible. P.O. and pub 2 miles, restaurants 4 miles.

Walnut Tree Cottage is a typical 16th century, English, timber-framed, thatched holiday cottage in the middle of the Medieval village of Brampton Bryan. With its beautiful garden and surroundings, standing detached, it is an ideal retreat for those who wish to relax and enjoy quiet seclusion, stunning walks in the Welsh Border countryside and friendly local pubs. Brampton Bryan has an ancient park which rises on to Harley’s Mountain and a salmon river just 5 minutes walk from the house. It is situated in a truly magical and unspoiled corner of England. Places nearby include Ludlow, Acton Scott working farm museum and Clun castle. Shop 2 miles.

This semi-detached holiday cottage is perfectly placed in a quiet elevated position and only 3 minutes’ walk from the town centre. The garden is walled on three sides and the fourth side consists of a raised patio garden with attractive flower beds and is part of the old town wall of Ross-on-Wye. There are river views from the double bedroom and garden views from the single bedroom. Ross-on-Wye is a quaint town that straddles the River Wye in the county of Herefordshire. It is ideal for exploring the Wye Valley, the Royal Forest of Dean, the Cotswolds, the Malvern Hills, the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons. With many of the attractions based around the River Wye, guests can enjoy riverside walks or cruises, angling, canoeing or kayaking. Visit local galleries, the Cider Route and Birds of Prey Experience. Shops 300 yards, pub and restaurant 200 yards.

A charming two-bedroom cottage resting in Hope Mansell, near Drybrook in Herefordshire. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Country views. Private garden. Symonds Yat 8.3 miles; Gloucester 15.7 miles.