The Croft

ID: S12912

  • Bedrooms 11
  • ・ Sleeps 24
  • ・ Pets No

About this property

Peterchurch 3 miles. Situated mid way between the beautiful cathedral city of Hereford and the quaint, internationally renowned town of Hay-on-Wye, this magnificent detached Herefordshire country house is set in 6-acres of grounds, in the rural hamlet of Vowchurch, boasting breathtaking views towards the Black Mountains, and offering amazing facilities with a wealth of character and style. This superb Herefordshire cottage offers spacious accommodation, comprising a main house and an additional annexe accessed via a separate, external entrance, with eleven bedrooms in total, seven with en-suites. Guests have access to several sitting rooms, one with a woodburner, a large dining room in the main house which seats 24, a sun room and a magnificent farmhouse-style kitchen/diner. The private 1.5 acre formal garden offers seating and a swing, as well as a BBQ area overlooking the delightful mature garden and orchard. Across the courtyard, you can relax and unwind in the inviting spa, with a private heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, and even a gym area for the more energetic. This outstanding Herefordshire cottage also has use of a games room with pool table. With fabulous access to outstanding walks and cycle routes in every direction, this Herefordshire cottage makes a delightful retreat, and is the perfect place for a get together with family and friends.

The village of Peterchurch, with its handful of pubs and restaurants, is situated on the River Dore in the beautiful Golden Valley, flanked by the Black Mountains to the west and gentle hills to the east. Just 10 miles away is the market town of Hay-on-Wye, famous for its book shops, pubs, restaurants and antique shops, making it one of the most visited tourist attractions in Wales. Surrounded by pleasant orchards and cornfields, the village is also close to the Offa's Dyke and Wye Valley walks.

Accommodation

Please view floor plan below.

Eleven bedroom between main house and annex.

Main House,First floor.

Bedroom 1: King size double with day bed, en-suite shower, basin, WC.

Bedroom 4: Double with en-suite shower, basin, WC.

Bedroom 5: Double with en-suite bath, hand-held shower, basin, WC.

Bedroom 8: Double with en-suite shower, basin, WC.

Bedroom 9: Twin.

Bedroom 10: Double.

Bedroom 11 & 12 Family room with double and single.

Annex, Ground Floor.

Bedroom 6: Double, sharing Jack-and-Jill en-suite shower room, basin, WC.

Bedroom 7: Twin, sharing Jack-and-Jill en-suite shower room, basin, WC.

Annex, First Floor.

Bedroom 2: Double with en-suite shower, basin, WC.

Bedroom 3: Twin with double with en-suite shower, basin, WC.

Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, basin, WC.

Additional ground floor cloakroom with basin/WC.

Kitchen with AGA, dining area & pantry.

Utility.

Dining room (seats 24).

Sun room.

Three sitting rooms (one with woodburner).

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Oil central heating with woodburner & AGA (in use September - April) in main house.

Gas central heating in annexe.

Electric range cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, 2 x dishwashers, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, stereo/CD, iPod dock, books/games, WiFi.

Fuel, power & starter pack for woodburner included in rent.

Bed linen & towels included in rent.

2 x travel cot & 2 x highchair.

Private use of large enclosed mature garden with swing.

Garden furniture with charcoal BBQs with seating area (refundable £30 deposit required per BBQs, payable direct to owner VIA bacs).

Orchard.

Games room with pool table.

Private use of indoor heated swimming pool with sauna, gym & shower area with WC, HiFi with iPod dock.

Lockable bike storage.

Off road parking for 10 cars.

Sorry, no pets & no smoking.

Shop & pub 1 mile.

Note: Outside catering available by prior arrangement with owner.

Note: Annexe accommodation is accessed via its own, external front door, next door to the main house.

Note: No fireworks or drones.

Please note: There is a £400 refundable good house keeping bond on this property payable to the owner.

Please note: all rubbish is to be disposed of in one bin, waste is recycled at source.

This property only allows for a Monday or Friday check-in's only.If you wish to book the 17th May 2024 x 3 nights, please call Sykes first on 01244 345700.

Reviews (70)

  • David

    The pool, the accommodation and other facilities, cannot be faulted. David Holman

  • Chris

    You never feel under each others feet at all,there is space for everyone.22 of us for my daughters birthday and it was special.It is superbly equipped and comfy, Tracy is attentive to make sure your stay is perfect and we will definitely recommend and return cannot fault this place Thankyou so so much

  • Sue

    4 generations together for pre Christmas celebrations. Aged from 7 weeks to 82. Something for everyone. The swimming pool is amazing and so much room in the house. Can't wait to go again. Roll on 2025

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