The Birches

- Hereford, Herefordshire, England

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Key Cottage Information

£561 - £2080 weekly price range

Sleeps 4 to 8 people in 4 bedrooms

2 bathroom(s)

Short breaks offered (min. 2 days)

Family-Friendly:

No Dogs Allowed

4 star rated

Accessibility information: sorry this property has no disabled accessible features.

Number of units of accommodation: 1

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The Property: About The Birches

Charming Cottage Escape in Shropshire Countryside

The Birches is a delightful detached cottage nestled on the owners' farm, just three and a half miles from the charming town of Hay-on-Wye, set amidst the stunning Shropshire countryside. This Hay-on-Wye cottage offers three inviting bedrooms, including a king-size double, a standard double, and a twin room, comfortably accommodating up to six guests. With a family bathroom and a ground floor shower room, this cottage ensures convenience for all. Guests will enjoy a well-equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar, a utility room, a dining room, and a cosy sitting room, making it a perfect retreat for families or groups seeking a peaceful getaway.

Outdoor Bliss with Ample Amenities

The Birches provides ample off-road parking and secure bike storage for those looking to explore the nearby walking and cycling routes. The front lawned garden, complete with furniture and a barbecue, offers a fantastic setting for alfresco dining and relaxation in the heart of nature. This Hay-on-Wye cottage combines traditional charm with modern facilities, providing a serene rural escape, just a short distance from the vibrant attractions of Hay-on-Wye, known as The Town of Books.

Spacious and Comfortable Accommodation

This traditional detached farmhouse, located on the edge of the Black Mountains, is surrounded by miles of unspoilt countryside, making it an ideal base for exploring. The Hay-on-Wye cottage features four lovely bedrooms with picturesque views, a well-equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar, and a dining room perfect for family gatherings. The sitting room combines contemporary furnishings with character features, including exposed beams and a woodburner for cosy evenings. The study area provides valuable information to enhance your stay and inspire adventure.

Explore Hay-on-Wye and Scenic Shropshire

Just a short drive from the ancient market town of Hay-on-Wye, this cottage offers easy access to a wealth of local attractions. Known for its world-famous Hay Festival of Literature, Hay-on-Wye is a popular destination for book lovers and holidaymakers. The surrounding countryside is perfect for walking, cycling, bird watching, and more, including the Offa's Dyke Path. The area provides a myriad of outdoor activities and tourist attractions, offering a memorable holiday experience in the scenic beauty of Shropshire.

Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x double, 2 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC. Kitchen with breakfast bar. Utility. Dining room. Sitting room with woodburner.

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Amenities

Special Features

Entertainment Features

Free Wifi

Games room

Leisure Facilities

Sorry this property does not have any onsite leisure facilities.

Property Features

Kitchen & Dining

Fridge/freezer

Washing machine

Bedrooms(s)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

Bed linen provided

Bathroom(s)

Bath

Shower

Towels provided

Other facilities

Heating

Central heating

Open fire

Garden and Outdoors

Garden

Parking

BBQ

Family-Friendly Features

Children welcome

Pet-Friendly Facilities

Sorry no dogs

Renting and Booking Information

Accommodation Type: Family Cottages.

Types of Bookings welcome:

Groups of friends

Family holidays

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Types of Breaks available: Short breaks, Weekend break, Summer breaks, Easter breaks, Spring breaks, All year round.

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Setting and Local Information

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Local Attractions near Hereford

Top Tourist Attractions for Day Trips: Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo, Offa's Dyke Path, Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Shropshire Hills National Landscape

Popular towns to visit near Hereford:
Hay on Wye: 4 miles away,
Kington: 14 miles away,
Crickhowell: 15 miles away,
Brecon: 17 miles away

Activities & Experiences On Offer Nearby: bird watching, canoeing, cycling, fishing, walking

National Parks and National Landscapes: Shropshire Hills

Property Location

Nearest Town/City: Hereford, Herefordshire, 20 miles away

Hereford

Hereford's picturesque Church Street with many interesting small shops specialising in quality goods leads up to the Cathedral Close surrounding the XI century Norman Cathedral and adjoining Mappa Mundi and Chained Library exhibition. Walk down to the riverbank, have a drink or eat overlooking the River Wye or walk along the banks to the open spaces of Bishops Meadow.

Hereford, as the livestock and agricultural centre for Herefordshire and neighbouring mid-Wales, is host to a livestock market every Wednesday. The pedestrianised open space of High Town at the centre of the city is a lively meeting place and shopping centre with monthly Farmers Markets.

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Pricing period	First night.	Last night	Weekly rate	Changeover day	Min Stay & Short Breaks Information
Pricing period	First night.	Last night	Weekly rate	Changeover day	Min Stay & Short Breaks Information
	04 Dec 25	13 Dec 25	£569.00	Sunday	Please Contact Owner/Agency for more info.
	14 Dec 25	16 Dec 25	£614.00	Wednesday	" "
	17 Dec 25	17 Dec 25	£773.00	Thursday	" "
	18 Dec 25	18 Dec 25	£971.00	Friday	" "
	19 Dec 25	19 Dec 25	£1,169.00	Saturday	" "
	20 Dec 25	29 Dec 25	£1,414.00	Tuesday	" "
	30 Dec 25	03 Jan 26	£1,302.00	Sunday	" "
	04 Jan 26	04 Jan 26	£741.00	Monday	" "
	05 Jan 26	05 Jan 26	£697.00	Tuesday	" "
	06 Jan 26	09 Jan 26	£590.00	Saturday	" "
	10 Jan 26	10 Jan 26	£585.00	flexible	" "
	11 Jan 26	23 Jan 26	£593.00	Saturday	" "
	24 Jan 26	24 Jan 26	£576.00	flexible	" "
	25 Jan 26	31 Jan 26	£578.00	flexible	" "
	01 Feb 26	07 Feb 26	£586.00	Sunday	" "
	08 Feb 26	20 Feb 26	£659.00	Saturday	" "
	21 Feb 26	27 Feb 26	£605.00	Saturday	" "
	28 Feb 26	07 Mar 26	£581.00	Sunday	" "
	08 Mar 26	14 Mar 26	£603.00	Sunday	" "
	15 Mar 26	21 Mar 26	£622.00	Sunday	" "
	22 Mar 26	28 Mar 26	£960.00	Sunday	" "
	29 Mar 26	10 Apr 26	£1,067.00	Saturday	" "
	11 Apr 26	17 Apr 26	£960.00	Saturday	" "
	18 Apr 26	25 Apr 26	£782.00	Sunday	" "
	26 Apr 26	02 May 26	£788.00	Sunday	" "
	03 May 26	09 May 26	£813.00	Sunday	" "
	10 May 26	16 May 26	£825.00	Sunday	" "
	17 May 26	29 May 26	£1,188.00	Saturday	" "
	30 May 26	30 May 26	£772.00	Sunday	" "
	31 May 26	06 Jun 26	£914.00	Sunday	" "
	07 Jun 26	19 Jun 26	£923.00	Saturday	" "
	20 Jun 26	20 Jun 26	£914.00	Sunday	" "
	21 Jun 26	03 Jul 26	£1,046.00	Saturday	" "
	04 Jul 26	10 Jul 26	£1,034.00	Saturday	" "
	11 Jul 26	11 Jul 26	£977.00	Sunday	" "
	12 Jul 26	18 Jul 26	£1,026.00	Sunday	" "
	19 Jul 26	31 Jul 26	£1,325.00	Saturday	" "
	01 Aug 26	01 Aug 26	£1,231.00	Sunday	" "
	02 Aug 26	14 Aug 26	£1,256.00	Saturday	" "
	15 Aug 26	21 Aug 26	£1,118.00	Saturday	" "
	22 Aug 26	28 Aug 26	£974.00	Saturday	" "
	29 Aug 26	04 Sep 26	£825.00	Saturday	" "
	05 Sep 26	11 Sep 26	£818.00	Saturday	" "
	12 Sep 26	18 Sep 26	£722.00	Saturday	" "
	19 Sep 26	25 Sep 26	£639.00	Saturday	" "
	26 Sep 26	02 Oct 26	£628.00	Saturday	" "
	03 Oct 26	09 Oct 26	£627.00	Saturday	" "
	10 Oct 26	10 Oct 26	£598.00	Sunday	" "
	11 Oct 26	17 Oct 26	£627.00	Sunday	" "
	18 Oct 26	30 Oct 26	£971.00	Saturday	" "
	31 Oct 26	06 Nov 26	£583.00	Saturday	" "
	07 Nov 26	13 Nov 26	£577.00	Saturday	" "
	14 Nov 26	20 Nov 26	£565.00	Saturday	" "
	21 Nov 26	27 Nov 26	£562.00	Saturday	" "
	28 Nov 26	28 Nov 26	£561.00	Sunday	" "
	29 Nov 26	12 Dec 26	£577.00	Sunday	" "
	13 Dec 26	16 Dec 26	£622.00	Thursday	" "
	17 Dec 26	17 Dec 26	£2,080.00	Friday	" "
	18 Dec 26	18 Dec 26	£2,022.00	Saturday	" "
	19 Dec 26	29 Dec 26	£1,434.00	Wednesday	" "
	30 Dec 26	02 Jan 27	£1,321.00	Sunday	" "
	03 Jan 27	03 Jan 27	£1,611.00	Monday	" "
	04 Jan 27	04 Jan 27	£1,692.00	Tuesday	" "
	05 Jan 27	05 Jan 27	£1,752.00	Wednesday	" "
	06 Jan 27	08 Jan 27	£598.00	Saturday	" "
	09 Jan 27	09 Jan 27	£593.00	flexible	" "
	10 Jan 27	22 Jan 27	£601.00	Saturday	" "
	23 Jan 27	23 Jan 27	£584.00	flexible	" "
	24 Jan 27	30 Jan 27	£586.00	flexible	" "
	31 Jan 27	06 Feb 27	£594.00	Sunday	" "
	07 Feb 27	19 Feb 27	£668.00	flexible	" "
	20 Feb 27	26 Feb 27	£613.00	flexible	" "
	27 Feb 27	06 Mar 27	£589.00	Sunday	" "
	07 Mar 27	13 Mar 27	£611.00	Sunday	" "
	14 Mar 27	20 Mar 27	£631.00	Sunday	" "
	21 Mar 27	09 Apr 27	£1,082.00	Saturday	" "
	10 Apr 27	16 Apr 27	£974.00	Saturday	" "
	17 Apr 27	24 Apr 27	£793.00	Sunday	" "
	25 Apr 27	01 May 27	£799.00	Sunday	" "
	02 May 27	08 May 27	£824.00	Sunday	" "
	09 May 27	22 May 27	£836.00	Sunday	" "
	23 May 27	04 Jun 27	£1,205.00	Friday	" "