The Old Cider House, Hanley Swan, Worcestershire, sleeps five in three bedrooms.

The Old Cider House is a tasteful detached cottage in the village of Hanley Swan. With a wood fired hot tub and private driveway parking it is an ideal for a rural escape for guests and a pet. Inside is a fire where you can cosy up for a movie or games night. The fully-equipped kitchen provides space to cook some hearty meals. There are three bedrooms with luxurious shower room and stylish en-suite bathroom with quality tiling and fixtures. Outside is an enclosed garden, where you can soak in the hot tub or enjoy a glass of bubbles. Enjoy a spot of dining in the garden or into the woodland area to have a picnic in the covered seating pavilion, or simply enjoy a morning coffee surrounded by nature. If you don’t fancy cooking, take a short drive to one of the many pubs for your evening meal. The property has a Good housekeeping bond of GBP250. This property has a minimum 3 night stay. Please note the hot tub is broken and will not be replaced until 23/08/24.

Amenities: Gas central heating. Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, coffee maker, air fryer. 2 x TV, WiFi, and a selection of books. Fuel, power, starter pack for woodburning stove inc in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot available. Private driveway parking. Rear garden with lawn, and a few steps to the patio, furniture, and wood fired hot tub with jacuzzi jets (wood is provided). Woodland area with outdoor pavilion seating and picnic area. One well-behaved dog is welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.7 miles. Note: There are a few steps up to the ground-floor bedroom. Note: The garden is fully enclosed. Note: Dogs are not allowed upstairs or in any carpeted areas, including downstairs bedroom and dogs must be supervised at all times. Dogs are also not allowed in the woodland area. Note: Garden is fenced off from the stream, but children must be supervised at all times. Note: Woodland accessed via gate and small bridge. Note: Children must be supervised at all times in the woodland area and dogs not permitted. This property has a 3 night minimum stay. Please note the hot tub is broken and will not be replaced until 23/08/24.

Region: Packed with ancient woodlands and wetlands to explore, you can see why J. R. R Tolkien was inspired to write The Lord of the Rings from its stunning scenery. Discover the bustling medieval market town of Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of famous writer William Shakespeare, also home to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Shakespeare's Birthplace. Let's not forget to mention Cadbury's chocolate factory and the major city of Birmingham, both well-worth a visit.

Town: Hanley Swan is a small and quaint village resting in the historic county of Worcestershire. Sitting within the Malvern Hills district, between the towns of Malvern and Upton-upon-Severn, there's plenty to explore on its doorstep, including the wonder of the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty found just a scenic drive away. The inspiration for the setting of the novel Black Swan Green by David Mitchell, this picturesque village hosts a range of handy amenities including a pub, a Social Club and a village store with a Post Office, providing everything you could need for a self-catered stay. The traditional village also hosts a village green and a duck pond making a lovely spot for a leisurely stroll, with plenty of seating for a picnic too. The nearby town of Upton-upon-Severn lies within easy reach hosting even more shops and eateries to take your pick from sitting amongst the scenic waterfront and its impressive marina, as well as The Tudor House Museum being found here too, the perfect place for a spot of history when you're not marveling at the architecture of the 17th century buildings scattered around the town. Be sure to check out the Jazz, Folk, Blues and Sunshine Festivals held annually while in the area, or spend a day in the vibrant city of Worcester for a plethora of family-friendly attractions such as museums aplenty, a wonderful racecourse, shopping experiences, a bustling nightlife and so much more. Venture into the depths of the Malvern Hills AONB for a plethora of scenic walking and cycling routes amidst spectacular settings, or explore the surrounding excitement of Ledbury, Hereford, Tewkesbury and beyond.