Lower Woodend Cottage

4.8★

5 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

12 Customer Review(s)

Sara
August 2024

“Spent a wonderful 4 nights at Lower Woodend Cottage, on arrival we were greeted by a fabulous gift hamper containing local produce along with fresh eggs, milk, butter and juice.”

The cottage was spotlessly clean and contained everything you’re likely to need during your stay. The bedrooms are all beautifully decorated/furnishes and all were extremely comfortable. Beautifully maintained gardens to enjoy and you’re able to help yourself to the produce that’s grown. Would highly recommend a stay in the beautiful home. Amanda the owner is very attentive and provided excellent directions to the cottage and was only at the end of the phone if needed.

The cottage was spotlessly clean and contained everything you’re likely to need during your stay. The bedrooms are all beautifully decorated/furnishes and all were extremely comfortable. Beautifully maintained gardens to enjoy and you’re able to help yourself to the produce that’s grown. Would highly recommend a stay in the beautiful home. Amanda the owner is very attentive and provided excellent directions to the cottage and was only at the end of the phone if needed.

- Sara, August 2024

Dear Sara Thank you so much for taking the time to write your kind and comprehensive review, I am so glad you all had a comfortable stay and enjoyed everything! You and your family were lovely guests, it almost looked like you hadn't been here it was left so clean and tidy! Thank you again Sara! Property Owner
Sue July 2024

“Amazing cottage, fabulous views, good starting point for numerous walks.”

The cottage is so comfortable with everything you need to have a wonderful, relaxing holiday.

- Sue, July 2024

Thank you Sue! It was lovely to have you back for a second visit, you are super guests! Property Owner
Richard June 2024

“Lower Woodend Cottage is a perfectly situated property with fabulous views from its own beautiful garden.”

It is reached down a remote track and is so peaceful you truly feel away from the world when youre there. It is ideally placed to reach many interesting places,we visited Ludlow Castle, its church and many markets.Stokesay Castle was amazing, and we also visited Wroxeter Roman city,Bennigton Hall and Croft Castle close by. The owner Amanda gave us proper directions to ensure we found the property.We didnt meet her but felt that she really cared that we enjoyed our stay. There was a lovely welcome hamper on arrival, and the house itself was well stocked with eveything you might need.So thank you Amanda for all the extra touches made in preparing your property for guests it was much appreciated.

- Richard, June 2024

Thank you Richard for taking the time to write your review. You have highlighted the cottage but also some of the many things to see and do close by. Thank you again, you were super guests and left everything so clean and tidy. I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you here again! Property Owner
Maria May 2024

“Als Belgisch koppel was het verblijf in Lower Woodend Cottage een unieke ervaring.”

De ligging is perfect voor diegenen die eens rustig, met slechts één buur, willen genieten van het zicht op een hele vallei. In mei/juni staat de grote en bijzonder verzorgde tuin helemaal in bloei: een feest voor de ogen. Er is op 4 plaatsen zitgelegenheid zodat je van elk moment van de dag kan genieten. Je moet er wel 1.5 km langs een smalle en niet over de hele lengte verharde weg voor afleggen, maar er zijn weinig tegenliggers. Het huis is een combinatie van een ouder deel en een aanbouw. Charme en comfort gecombineerd! Binnen is het huis ruim, licht, goed verwarmd, uiterst proper en uitgerust met alles wat je nodig hebt. We waren met twee, voor vier is het vlot leven, zitruimte voor 6 vraagt wat aanpassingen. De slaapkamers zijn comfortabel en hebben voldoende bergruimte. De badkamer beneden is klein, maar efficiënt. De communicatie met Amanda liep erg vlot. Ze gaat in op je verzoekjes en voorziet bovendien een bijzonder uitgebreid welkompakket met lekkers en nuttigs. Wie houdt van een vakantie in een wandelparadijs is op de grens tussen Herefordshire en Shropshire aan het juiste adres. Kleine steden en dorpjes zijn er voldoende om activiteit af te wisselen. As a Belgian couple, staying at Lower Woodend Cottage was a unique experience. The location is perfect for those who want to enjoy the view of an entire valley in peace and quiet. There is only one neighbour. In May/June, the large and particularly well-tended garden is in full bloom: a feast for the eyes. There are seating provisions in four places so you can enjoy every moment of the day. You do have to drive 1.5 km along a narrow road that is not paved along its entire length, but there is hardly any oncoming traffic. The house is a combination of an older part and an extension. Charm and comfort combined! Inside, the house is spacious, bright, well-heated, extremely clean and equipped with everything you need. We were two, for four it is smooth living, seating for 6 requires some adjustments. The bedrooms are comfortable and have plenty of storage space. The downstairs bathroom is small but efficient. Communication with Amanda was very friendly. She responds to your requests and also provides a particularly extensive welcome pack with goodies and useful items. If you enjoy a holiday in a walking paradise, the Herefordshire/Shropshire border is the right place. There are plenty of small towns and villages to alternate activity.

- Maria, May 2024

Dear Maria Thank you for taking the time to give your kind and considered feedback and for leaving the cottage so clean and tidy when you left after your stay. You were kind with your gift of Belgian chocolate, thank you so much! Best wishes to you. Property Owner
Stella April 2024

“The location on the Common is wonderful and the garden is a delight.”

That said, there was a lot not to like about the cottage. There are 3 double beds and it is billed as sleeping 5. We were a party of 4 and there is nowhere for 4 people to sit comfortably in the evening. Two small reception rooms have a single sofa in each and the kitchen/diner has a sofa and an armchair. There are wooden chairs around the kitchen table, but we expect to sit on a sofa/easy chair in the evenings. The heating was a major problem. The central heating was turned off, although it was a cold week. The storage heating pumped out heat and we could not turn it down. There was a lot of wasted energy being used. The door to the shower/toilet did not shut, let alone lock, and the lock on the upstiars bathroom was inadequate. The large towels were thin and unabsorbent.

- Stella, April 2024

Thank you for your honest feedback. I'm sorry you found things not to your liking at my cottage but so glad you gave it 100% for cleanliness and loved the location and garden. I think Sykes have done a super job with the internal photos of the layout of the rooms, seating and bedrooms and represent it very well. The bedrooms have sleeping for 6, but we recommend 5 or less to stay due to the layout of the cottage. We have tried to create a balance. It is an ancient building with rooms commensurate with its age. I have had families and parties of 4 and five that have used the seating in the three different reception rooms to their advantage in colder months. It all depends on each individual situation. There is extensive dining seating outside for summer. The heating is background heating via storage heaters which are very efficient and can be regulated. I love them, but they're not to everyone's liking. The shower room is self contained at the end of a corridor and has never been an issue before, but I'll certainly look at making it more secure. The bathroom door is 200 years old with a latch closure, and the lock does work well. The towels are new waffle and towelling, and I'll give them more washes to improve absorbency. I use these towels myself as they dry out well between uses so you never have a damp towel. But towels are a very subjective thing! Thank you again for you feedback. Property Owner
Julianne March 2024

“Lower Woodend Cottage is the most beautiful, cleanest, well equipped property we have ever stayed in!”

It truly feels like a home from home and the views from every window are breathtaking. Amanda and her son were there, at the other end of the phone, if we needed them and it was incredible to experience what was once there family home. We were there to celebrate our 60th birthdays and Amanda had even left us a birthday message and bunting decoration which made it so special. Although we had a lot of rain we were still able to experience the amazing scenic walks and then return to our wonderful cottage. There were folders with leaflets about the local area, DVDs, games, books, Amanda had thought of everything to make our holiday perfect!! Thank you so much, Julianne, David and Suzie

- Julianne, March 2024

Dear Julianne David and Suzie Thank you for your kind words, my goodness! Thank you so much for taking the time to write your very detailed review, it makes me feel I'm doing something right, and it will assist future guests in hopefully chosing Lower Woodend Cottage! Property Owner
Helen March 2024

“Lovely cottage and THE GARDEN!”

!! The cottage is really clean and well equipped and comfy. Then you look outside and the views!! The peace!!! The garden!!! Wonderful.

- Helen, March 2024

Dear Helen Thank you so much for your super review and I'm glad you had a great time. Property Owner
Mandy November 2023

“Wonderful property with everything you could wish for.”

Well equipped, spotlessly clean and comfortable. Views to die for and a joy to walk around the garden. Can we live here please?

- Mandy, November 2023

Dear Mandy Thank you so much for your kind review and lovely message left in our visitor's book! It was a pleasure to have you stay, maybe try it in the summer months when you can enjoy the outdoors better! Thank you again! Property Owner
Dave September 2023

“This is a true jewel in the crown.”

The cottage was beautiful, ideally situated for short walks to the local pubs and "halfway between Ludlow and Leominster, with a garden and views that are absolutely superb. It was so peaceful and watching all the different varieties of birds and a stoat run around most mornings playing was all the entertainment we needed. The cottage had everything we wanted and more, we will definitely be returning. Amanda was very helpful, from very explicit directions to the cottage to an excellent information folder. Thank you so much.

- Dave, September 2023

Thank you so much for your kind review of your stay at Lower Woodend Cottage. I'm so glad you found everything you needed and so pleased you would both like to stay again, I look forward to that, you would be very welcome! And last but not least, thank you for leaving the cottage so clean and tidy! Property Owner
Stephen September 2023

“A lovely place to stay very peaceful and with beautiful views.”

The house is old and cozy. We had a nice box of goodies when we arrived. Would recommend it to anyone who likes to be out in the country.

- Stephen, September 2023

Hi Stephen thank you for posting your kind review. I'm so glad you guys had a good time and enjoyed the views and garden as well as the cottage. You left it so clean and tidy, thank you so much ! Property Owner
Ra August 2023

“The accommodation was brilliant and the garden was lovely too!”

We had a really relaxing stay which is what we all needed. Many thanks

- Ra, August 2023

Thank you Ra for your kind review of our cottage, and so glad it was a relaxing time for you, it is very quiet and peaceful! I almost didn't know anyone had been, it was so tidy ! Thank you! Property Owner
Carol July 2023

“The cottage was exceptionally well situated, in a beautiful garden with wide views of countryside beyond.”

There was an extensive welcome pack of goodies and the invitation to pick any fruit , vegetables or herbs in season.The cottage itself was very comfortable and well equipped. We were able to walk directly onto Bircher Common which is National trust managed. The views from footpaths on that were of distant hills. Short drives led to National trust properties, Ludlow, Tenbury and Leominster. All combined to provide a very enjoyable holiday.

- Carol, July 2023

Hi Carol Thank you for taking the time to write your kind and comprehensive review about Lower Woodend Cottage after your stay. I'm so glad you liked the garden and took advantage of picking some of the produce! You so kindly left the cottage so clean and tidy, thank you guys so much ! Property Owner

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with basin, 1 x king-size, 1 x double
Bathroom with bath, handheld shower, basin and WC
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Utility
Sitting room
Snug with woodburning stove
Study
Electric central heating
2 x electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, hairdryer
2 x Smart TV, WiFi
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair and travel cot upon request
Private driveway for 3 cars
Wrap-around garden with expansive lawn, two patio areas with furniture, barbecue, shed for bike storage, and access to an orchard and vegetable garden, spanning 1.5 acres in total
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 1.2 miles, pub 1.1 miles
Note: The Rayburn in the kitchen is out of use
Note: The home is approached via a single-track road
Note: Check-in from 5pm, check-out by 10am
Please note: This property has a 5 night minimum stay, if you would like to stay for fewer days please request with owner

The property

Enveloped by rolling, countryside views in Bircher Common near the charming village of Orleton, Herefordshire is Lower Woodend Cottage, a delightful, three-bedroom dwelling.

Encompassed by 1.5 acres of private grounds, dotted with fresh vegetables, pretty blooms and luscious lawns, Lower Woodend Cottage offers a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with plenty of nature-filled walks to be enjoyed from its doorstep; five guests are invited, ideal for couples, families, and groups.

Travel down the single-track road, reaching a private driveway for three cars.

Step indoors and slip off your walking boots, taking in the character of your new abode, making your way into the fully-equipped open-plan living space, where you can prepare meals, dine, and relax after a day of hiking; there is also a spacious utility and study for convenience.

Take advantage of your rural escape by dining alfresco upon the picnic bench, with a barbecue to light on sunny days, before returning indoors to cosy up in the snug with the warming glow of the woodburning stove in the backdrop.

As the sun sets, climb the stairs to reach two king-size bedrooms, and a double, all serviced by a bathroom and a ground-floor shower room.

Complete your morning routine and enjoy a coffee in the garden, before heading into the village, where you'll locate a Post Office for the essentials, along with The Maidenhead (Bakers Arms) as a popular dine out option.

With National Trust properties within proximity, be sure to tour both Croft Castle and Parkland and Berrington Hall, whilst Leominster Museum rests south, where you can brush up on your local knowledge.

A popular town with foodies, spend the day in Ludlow, starting with a tour of Ludlow Castle and a visit to the farmers market, ahead of trailing through the Whitcliffe Common Nature Reserve, ending with a riverside stroll and tipple near River Teme.

With breath-taking scenes to be enjoyed across the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, be sure to traverse the area whilst rounding off your itinerary, ahead of returning home for sundowners.

Escape to the countryside at Lower Woodend Cottage.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

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About the location

BIRCHER COMMON

Yarpole 1.6 miles; Ludlow 8.3 miles; Hereford 18.8 miles.

Bircher Common is a pretty area of lowland heath in the civil parish of Croft and Yarpole in Herefordshire, owned by the National Trust. It is adjacent to Croft Castle and Croft Ambrey Hill Fort, both also owned by the National Trust, a must-see for history lovers who are eager to tour the various rooms, hallways and chambers of the castle. Here, you can also take a peaceful stroll through the beautifully landscaped gardens, enjoy the vibrant flower displays and relax in amongst your picturesque setting. Bircher Common also offers an abundance of wildlife spotting opportunities, where nature enthusiasts can engage in birdwatching or spot a range of animals such as deer, rabbits and many more. Further afield, uncover the delights of Yarpole. home to the stunning and medieval St. Leonard's Church, perfect for expanding your knowledge of its historical significance; there are also an abundance of brilliant pubs, restaurants, shops and cafes where you can restock or refuel with some tasty fare. Close by, you can also visit Orleton, which is where you'll find all your nearest amenities, for a delicious lunch at The Boot Inn or head out on a scenic walk to the market town of Ludlow via the Mortimer Way, home to Ludlow Castle and Whitcliffe Common Reserve. A fabulous destination from which to uncover all that this splendid region has to offer.

Please note: This property has a 5 night minimum stay

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“Spent a wonderful 4 nights at Lower Woodend Cottage, on arrival we were greeted by a fabulous gift hamper containing local produce along with fresh eggs, milk, butter and juice.”

“Amazing cottage, fabulous views, good starting point for numerous walks.”