Picturesque Black And White Cottage

Top rated by guests

9.4Outstanding

(30 Ratings)

Guests praised the beautiful cottage, lovely garden, peaceful location, proximity to National Trust properties, and ideal for countryside lovers and walkers.

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9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(30 Ratings)

Cottage in Wales

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

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About this cottage rental

This is a old timber framed cottage, with bathroom extension. The decor is traditional but not modern. The cottage is secluded but not isolated. Access is down a quiet country lane in the hamlet of Bircher. The nearby villages of Yarpole and Orleton are within walking distance and both have thriving village shops (Yarpole community shop is in the church) and churches. There are a wealth of footpaths in the area as well as long distance footpaths. The Mortimer Trail and Offa's Dyke path are both within reach. The area is one of rolling hills and agricultural land, in one of the most beautiful areas of the Welsh Marches. The garden is mostly lawn with scattered fruit trees which provide some shade in summer. Vintage garden furniture.

Amenities at Picturesque Black And White Cottage

Non-smoking

No pets allowed

Family friendly

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Nearby attractions

Sgwd Yr Eira Waterfall

48.5 mi

Bwlch Nant yr Arian Forest Visitor Centre

47.9 mi

Small Breeds Farm Park and Owl Centre

13.2 mi

Devil's Bridge Falls

46 mi

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Top rated by guests

9.4Outstanding

(30 Ratings)

Guests praised the beautiful cottage, lovely garden, peaceful location, proximity to National Trust properties, and ideal for countryside lovers and walkers.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(30 Ratings)

Cottage in Wales

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Map of Wales

Nearby attractions

Sgwd Yr Eira Waterfall

48.5 mi

Bwlch Nant yr Arian Forest Visitor Centre

47.9 mi

Small Breeds Farm Park and Owl Centre

13.2 mi

Devil's Bridge Falls

46 mi

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Non-smoking

No pets allowed

Family friendly

Ratings and reviews

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(30 Ratings)

Summary of reviews

Guests praised the beautiful cottage, lovely garden, peaceful location, proximity to National Trust properties, and ideal for countryside lovers and walkers.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

10.0 / 10.0

We had a great week in this beautiful cottage. Beautiful places to visit, good restaurants and nice trails for hiking. Linda & Dick, The Netherlands

8.0 / 10.0

My wife and I very much enjoyed our week at Gatehouse Cottage. The cottage exudes an olde world charm with its huge wooden beams and stone fireplace, while being comfortable and well equipped. The large orchard was beautiful and the location was wonderfully quiet and peaceful. Its close proximity to two National Trust properties, Croft Castle and Berrington Hall, was a great bonus too. We were grateful to the owner for quickly resolving an issue with the back door. Unfortunately, our first impression of the cottage were not the best due to its old, rickety wooden gate, which is in need of replacement. Also, we found the so called "vintage" garden furniture to be rusty, uncomfortable and virtually unusable. Fortunately, we had our own fold up chairs with us so we were able to enjoy the lovely orchard. The owner mentioned that she was thinking of providing new reclining chairs, which would be a great benefit. Overall though, the cottage is lovely and we would really like to return.

10.0 / 10.0

BEAUTIFUL COTTAGE

BEAUTIFUL COTTAGE

Really enjoyed our third stay at this lovely cottage. The garden is amazing and it is a great location for visiting the many lovely places in Herefordshire. There are some beautiful walks right on the doorstep. Thank you Mary and Steve for a another lovely stay.

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect getaway

Perfect getaway

This gorgeous cottage was perfect for us. Really cosy with its log burner and central heating. Long country walks can be had right from its doorstep with no need to drive anywhere. It is perfect for a “get away from it all” holiday. I am a bit reluctant to say just how great it is in case it’s not available for our inevitable return. There are so many cottages available but you can’t go wrong with this one.

10.0 / 10.0

Another Wonderful Stay

Another Wonderful Stay

We really enjoyed our second stay at this lovely cottage. The garden is so beautiful and the cottage is very quaint and has everything you could possibly need. The area is ideal for visiting many local areas of interest. Hopefully we will be able to stay again very soon. Thank you so much.

8.0 / 10.0

Rural Retreat

Rural Retreat

Charming, comfortable and picturesque. Cosy and well equipped, quiet and peaceful, rural and rustic. Would suit countryside lovers, walkers and those with an interest in history.

10.0 / 10.0

Short getaway

Short getaway

Lovely countryside cottage. Secluded and surrounded by beautiful views. Plenty of nearby pubs that cater for lunch and dinner and close by is Croft Castle which is amazing and has some lovely walks. Highly recommended.

8.0 / 10.0

Lovely location

Lovely location

Beautiful old cottage in a lovely location.

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely stay at charming cottage

Lovely stay at charming cottage

We had a really enjoyable short stay here in this cottage. We loved the garden and spent most of our time in it when we were not out exploring. Would definitely recommend a stay here.

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful Cottage

Beautiful Cottage

This is a dream cottage you never want to leave. Peace and quiet, broken only by bird song. Lovely garden.

10.0 / 10.0

Wonderful stay in a fantastic cottage

Wonderful stay in a fantastic cottage

This is a lovely cottage set in a idyllic peaceful location. The garden was beautiful and perfect for the children to run around. The cottage is perfectly situated to explore Ludlow and the surrounding countryside. We had a lovely meal at the Bell in nearby Yarpole, and a lovely day at Hampton Court Castle. We would definitely stay here again and hope to return one day.

10.0 / 10.0

Excellent cottage

Excellent cottage

We loved our stay at this beautiful cottage. The garden is lovely and the location is ideal as there are many places to visit in this area and some beautiful walks. The cottage had absolutely everything we needed. Lovely comfy bed and the shower was good.. We would highly recommend and definitely would love to come back again. Thank you

8.0 / 10.0

herefordshire break

herefordshire break

Great place to stay, lovely garden for kids.

10.0 / 10.0

Cottage in Yarpole

Cottage in Yarpole

Lovely place to stay. Very peaceful

10.0 / 10.0

Homely cottage

Homely cottage

Homely cottage with lots of character in a lovely location. Lots of walks are possible from the door.

10.0 / 10.0

Peaceful rural getaway

Peaceful rural getaway

Very cosy with plenty to do within both walking and short driving distance

10.0 / 10.0

Homely accommodation

Homely accommodation

Clean and well equipped. Mary left us an array of goodies which was very much appreciated. We chose the property for its location to National Trust properties ie Berrington Hall, Croft Castle, Stokesay Castle and also lovely gardens including Hampton Court Castle, well worth a visit. As we have been self isolating, average age 80 years we managed to maintain this.

10.0 / 10.0

A great family stay

A great family stay

The photos don’t do it justice, the cottage is lovely, with everything you need. The garden is massive and enclosed, so great for kids. It’s location means you are close to a lots of fun days out (we had a car). The owner was very quick with any little questions we had and left some lovely treats on our arrival. Would definitely recommend.

8.0 / 10.0

Lockdown getaway!

Lockdown getaway!

Lovely to have a beautiful change of scenery after being confined to barracks for over 3 months! Cottage is comfy & reasonably equipped & perfect for 2 adults and 2 small children. Huge garden full of wildlife.. rabbits are almost tame.

10.0 / 10.0

Classic Cottage

Classic Cottage

This cottage is so homey and charming! My fiancé and I had a lovely Christmas stay in this much needed retreat from city life. Steve and Mary were helpful and easy to reach. The bed was comfy and the kitchen amenities, heating, and hot water worked very well. The cottage is also conveniently close to Ludlow and Leominster. There are pretty views of the English countryside we enjoyed while sipping tea and watching the sunrise. We would highly recommend this quaint country cottage to all visitors!

8.0 / 10.0

Lovely

Lovely

A quaint black and white cottage in the middle of nowhere. Peacefull, lovely garden , everything one needs. Lovely fireplace, pity the weather was so good we could not light a fire or we would have melted. A super place to explore the surrounding towns and countryside. Plenty of good pubs around serving good food. Alltogether a very enjoyable stay.

10.0 / 10.0

ideal for quite holiday

ideal for quite holiday

Booked for my daughter & family. Owners could not have been more helpful and welcoming and was very reasonably priced.

8.0 / 10.0

Picturesque cottage, well supplied with all necessary equipment and plenty of information of area

Picturesque cottage, well supplied with all necessary equipment and plenty of information of area

Well situated for NT properties, we visited Croft Castle and did Ancient tree walk to see 400 year old sweet chestnut trees, fantastic avenue a must for nature lovers. There was also Birch common and Clee hills not too far away. We enjoyed our stay in lovely Herefordshire countryside.

10.0 / 10.0

Comfortable, quaint and quiet

Comfortable, quaint and quiet

Having stayed in the cottage last year for a long weekend, this time we had a 2 week stay. The cottage is an old timber-framed building (obviously) and has lots of character. It lies within lovely rolling countryside and in a quiet village location. The garden is long and a pleasure to be in. The weather was rather too hot, but something we learned was that timber-framed buildings are cooler. A brick building is rather like being in a large storage radiator. Highly recommended for the discerning holidaymaker.

10.0 / 10.0

A delightful rural retreat

A delightful rural retreat

The Gatehouse Cottage is an attractive and cosy half-timbered property in a delightful location. The cottage itself is comfortable, well-equipped and has ample parking for at least three cars up a short but steep drive. There is a very attractive orchard attached to the property and we were extremely fortunate in coinciding with a spectacularly bountiful apple harvest. They are delicious! A beautifully quiet green lane alongside the cottage provides a wonderfully tranquil short walk and the nearby village of Yarpole, with its well-stocked community shop in the church is also easily reached by field paths. Nearby Bircher Common provides ample opportunities for longer walks. The location is excellent for visits to nearby National Trust properties such as the medieval manor house at Brockhampton (highly recommended) and nearby Berrington Hall. The original Hampton Court Castle and spectacularly designed gardens are also well worth a visit. Ludlow and Leominster provide interesting places to explore and the Riverside Inn at the nearby Village of Aymestry is an excellent venue for good quality well-prepared meals. All in all, this part of the world is over=looked and under-rated but definitely worth seeking out. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage and would recommend it unreservedly.

8.0 / 10.0

A week in a black and white cottage

A week in a black and white cottage

Very comfortable cottage. Slight problem with the central heating but everything else was fine. The wood burner was excellent and there was lots of fuel available. Kitchen had everything we needed. We would certainly stay there again.

10.0 / 10.0

An Excellent Cottage in a Lovely area

An Excellent Cottage in a Lovely area

The timber-framed old cottage is very cosy and a pleasure to spend time in. It's placed within a lovely area and the village/hamlet is spread out and has a relaxed feel about it. My only negative point is the lack of internet, as it's so useful to be able to look up places to visit, restaurants etc. We were very pleasantly surprised by the lovely countryside and nearby well preserved old villages.

10.0 / 10.0

Charming cottage in a peaceful spot

Charming cottage in a peaceful spot

We had the pleasure of staying in this lovely little cottage for a week in June. We were very lucky to have glorious weather which meant we spent hours in the fabulous peaceful garden when not out exploring the area. The cottage itself was characterful, clean & equipped with everything we needed. I would definitely recommend the cottage!

10.0 / 10.0

Charming cottage in peaceful area

Charming cottage in peaceful area

We had the pleasure of spending a week at the cottage in June. The weather was glorious so we spent many hours in the beautiful quiet garden when not out exploring the area. The cottage was clean, warm and characterful and was equipped with everything we needed. Would definitely recommend!

10.0 / 10.0

my holiday

my holiday

A truly wonderful cottage in truly wonderful area ,so peacefull only the birdsong and sheep to be heard we had an excellent week her and will come back again , in fact I loved it so much I wanted to move to the area but have not managed to persuade my husband. The eggs and milk left for our arrival where much appreciated , thankyou for a great week I am planning to visit at other times of the year.

FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Picturesque Black And White Cottage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Picturesque Black And White Cottage pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Picturesque Black And White Cottage?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.

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Picturesque Black And White Cottage

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Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities at Picturesque Black And White Cottage

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Nearby attractions

Cottage in Wales

Reasons to book

Map of Wales

Nearby attractions

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Picturesque Black And White Cottage pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Picturesque Black And White Cottage?

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