Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(108 Ratings)

Cottage in Malvern Hills District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this cottage rental

The Gold Award rated Hop Kiln is an early Victorian building in very peaceful, unspoiled countryside.
It is approached down a long drive off a quiet lane with the owners 16th century house adjacent. The building retains many original features, lots of beams and quirky level changes, and is decorated and furnished to a high standard with antiques, books and pictures and comfortable beds. There is a private courtyard furnished with a bbq, table and chairs and a parasol, and also a lawned area with wonderful sunset views across the countryside towards Mortimer Forest.
The Hop Kiln is ideal for people wanting to explore the beautiful Welsh Marches area. It is 5 miles to Ludlow with its renowned food and antique shops, restaurants set in glorious medieval and Georgian buildings. The castle is the location in June and July for a major arts festival and in September for it's world famous food festival.
Nearby is Tenbury Wells, an attractive small market town, with good food shops, butcher, baker, fishmonger, greengrocer all with a strong emphasis on local produce, as well as other unique shops, and a Tesco with a riverside setting! There are lovely cafes, pubs and restaurants for eating out.
It is excellent walking and cycling country with rolling countryside, the drama of the Clee Hills and the tranquillity of Mortimer Forest. We provide maps and guide books of the area and can advise you on good walks.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Malvern Hills District

Nearby attractions

Black Country Living Museum

42.9 mi

West Midland Safari Park

23.6 mi

WWT Slimbridge

67.1 mi

Stratford Butterfly Farm

64.7 mi

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Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside

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4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(108 Ratings)

Cottage in Malvern Hills District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Malvern Hills District

Nearby attractions

Black Country Living Museum

42.9 mi

West Midland Safari Park

23.6 mi

WWT Slimbridge

67.1 mi

Stratford Butterfly Farm

64.7 mi

Ratings and reviews

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(108 Ratings)

Summary of reviews

The property is impeccably presented, surrounded by beautiful countryside, with comfortable beds, and well-equipped. The hosts are welcoming and helpful. Highly recommended for a relaxing stay.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

We really enjoyed our stay here. The perfect accommodation for a short break, the views from the house were beautiful and the private courtyard was perfect for our doggo. It’s in a great location to explore lots of places near that are then only about 20 min drive. Lovely to just chill in at night too. The kitchen was our abso fave. Thank you for a great time!!!

4.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Loved the house. Nice to have a tv set and adequate wifi. Good beds and fine kitchen. Recommendable.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

A very relaxing long weekend, beautiful property in picturesque location. Well located for visiting Ludlow and Shropshire hills. Short drive to Tembury Wells.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Lovely place with interesting history. Very comfortable and clean

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

Inpaccably presented property. Great for dogs, as they could be shut in kitchen overnight.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

Beautiful cottage in idyllic country surroundings, we had a lovely relaxing time, we would definitely stay here again.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

Stunning home from home in beautiful surroundings! Hosts are helpful and friendly. Great local pubs and plenty of walks to enjoy the area. Happily recommend.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

Amazing property, great hosts. Will definitely book again

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

We had a wonderful stay here. Maggie was a superb host. The property is lovely, with everything you need. Tenbury Wells nearby was lovely and it's great for access into Ludlow. Would highly recommend

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

The property was just beautiful, much better than in the photos. Maggie has a keen eye for detail with all the quirky collectables and pictures,it was absolutely charming with everything we needed. The beds were very comfortable and the roll top bath adorable. Had a lovely meal at the rose and crown. Did Ludlow parkrun ,a beautiful course.We visited Ludlow and walked up brown clee hill

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2024

We had a wonderful stay at this gorgeous converted hop kiln. The quirkly layout was fun, lots of different levels! The beds were so comfy as was the roll top bath! The weather wasnt great so our walks were very boggy but that didnt bother us. We were so relaxed in this warm, cosy house we didnt want to leave.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2024

We were looking for a quiet place to explore the area and this place was a great find. Very cosy, warm and welcoming. Highly recommend.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2024

Had an amazing stay at hop kiln ! Beautifully decorated , fully equipped and top quality bedding , Thank you Maggie

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2023

We absolutely loved our stay at the hop kiln . Very warm & cosy. Super comfy beds. We all loved the quirky lay out of the property. We enjoyed the peacefulness of the area, tho not far from Tenbury. Weather wasn’t great but it didn’t bother us at all . Thank you Maggie & John for the lovely welcome. We all had a wonderful time, including Woody :)

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Just perfect!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

A lovely cottage comfortable and well equipped tastefully decorated and furnished with interesting antiques and object d’art. We couldn’t fault it. Rural setting and accessible to local towns villages interesting gardens and National Trust properties walks and golf courses. We found it idyllic and wanted to stay on, we hope to return . The owners live on the site and are welcoming and helpful.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

We spent 4 lovely days in this original property Communication with Maggie was excellent and she was a discreetly available when we needed her. The location itself is stunning and this quirky property was a pleasure to stay in. Its proximity to the A49, makes for easy trips out. Church Stretton and Leominster were particular favourites.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Really lovely property beautifully furnished and equipped. Idyllic position with such peace and quiet. Thoroughly recommend it.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

The property exceeded our expectations and we had a fabulous stay. The property is really interesting and well presented, everything has been thought of. There is also so much to see and do in the surrounding area that we really wish we had booked for a full week rather than just a weekend break. Maggie was a great host too - so kind and understanding

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

This renovated hops kiln is a unique, gorgeous property. It has been decorated to a very high standard, is well-equipped, and very comfortable. As mentioned in the listing, the cottage has a quirky layout with several levels and stairs, so that's something to be aware of. We loved our stay here and highly recommend this property. Thanks Maggie & John for being such good hosts!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

The property was lovely, just as advertised. It was so peaceful and a perfect location to unwind, sit in the garden and watch the sunset over the hills. Maggie was very helpful and quick to reply to any queries. Friendly horses in the paddock was also a big bonus for our daughter, who went to see them at every opportunity.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Had a lovely stay at Hop Kiln Maggie the owner, was helpful and friendly and the property was absolutely lovely and dog friendly too👍 it was so refreshing to find such a nice property with some quality furnishings and soft furnishings that allowed dogs - we dog owners are just as respectful of, if probably not more so, of another person’s property as anyone else! There was a completely private enclosed space at the rear of the property but Maggie very kindly allows use of her own front garden which is so peaceful with gorgeous views. It is only a short drive into Tenbury which has everything you need and there are plenty of places to visit if you can drag yourself away from enjoying the relaxation of such an idyllic setting. Would not hesitate to return.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Delighted with the cottage; clean, cosy, comfortable and well equipped. Peaceful location in stunning countryside but quick and easy access to Tenbury & Ludlow. Owners were very helpful and considerate.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

The Hop Kiln has been very well furnished and equipped, a real, home from home. It was lovely and warm and with the added log burner lit in the evening, very cosy. We needed peace and quiet for a few days and it certainly gave us that. Maggie and John were great hosts, friendly and welcoming.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Wow! What a lovely comfortable property in a very peaceful location. Extremely well equipped. Perfect for a relaxing get away. Maggie and John are charming and helpful hosts. We hope to return in the not too distant future. We would have no hestitation in recommending the property to anyone.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

The cottage at Old Harpfields is delightful! Clean, comfortable and cosy. Maggie and John were very welcoming and have thought of absolutely everything! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it. The surrounding areas were fun to explore, particularly Mortimer Forest which was a breathtaking hike with wonderful views and catering for all abilities - very refreshing! Thank you Maggie and John.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

The cottage is amazing. It’s honestly the best we have stayed in! The decor is just lovely, it gives such a tranquil feeling. It is very rural, giving pitch black, silent, starry nights!! Just what you need when away from real life!! Such a wonderfully eclectic mix of furniture. The beds are almost too comfortable!! It really has everything you need for a very relaxing and stress free holiday! Thank you Maggie, John and Coco!!

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

What an amazing location, beautiful home and well equipped property. We had fantastic days out in Ludlow and Hay-on-Wye. The hosts are very friendly and extremely helpful advising us of local walks, shops and places to visit. We will definitely visit again.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

The Hop Kiln is a beautiful property, well equipped and located. Maggie and John were great hosts and made us feel very welcome. Overall we had a great stay.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

House was even better than the photos, beautifully done and welll equipped. Very quiet location and either a drive or a good walk into Tenbury.

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

A wonderful peaceful hide away, set off a country lane a few miles from the main road, surrounded by farms and countryside, chill out at its best, not a thing to be heard at night apart from nature.

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

This accommodation is beautiful. Really warm and well provided. Spotless and comfortable beds and nice touches like dishwasher tabs, cling film, cooking condiments etc. Welcoming and informative host. Pretty area with loads of walking opportunities. The only negative was the difficult to use shower, plenty of water pressure but family couldn’t get it hot which was annoying for them. However intend to come back as we loved it!

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2022

Wonderful property, tastefully furnished, lovely and clean and very well maintained. Maggie went out of her way to ensure we had everything we needed, which was much appreciated, but also left us alone to enjoy our stay, which we also appreciated. The cottage is very well appointed, to a high standard, and we wouldn't hesitate to stay again or recommend to others.

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2022

Beautiful kitchen,beautiful bedrooms and a so cosy living room.Nothing was missing.

4.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

The house was everything we could wish for. Well equipped, spotless and tastefully decorated. We lacked nothing. The surrounds were superb. The only slight disappointment was that the location was nearer to Tenbury than Ludlow. The advertising is a little misleading. Though having said that, we could have checked before we booked. All in all, a delightful house which I'd be very happy to revisit even on my own. We didn't need to bother Maggie because we had everything we needed. Lovely

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Beautiful accommodation. Host absolutely fab. A perfect location for being off grid if needed or local amenities within a short drive.. Will return for sure.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

We had a wonderful week. Very comfortable accommodation; lovely beds, cosy lounge, excellent kitchen facilities - beautifully furnished throughout! And all in a beautiful part of the country. We very much hope to visit again. Thank you Maggie :)

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

Wow what a find! A wonderful place to stay incredibly well equipped with lots of home comforts. Maggie and John were really welcoming even when our dogs went in their home uninvited! Wouldn’t change a thing and would definitely book again when we’re in the area

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

All things provided for. All you would expect from a country retreat. Maggie and John were very amenable.. single beds could do with new mattresses. Apart from that all very good. Would recommend

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

What an absolutely wonderful week we had. The property is lovely and we felt at home as soon as we arrived. Lovely crisp bedding and comfortable beds. Sat outside every evening, enjoying the view and the company of the horses. Could have stayed forever, our dogs had the time of their lives too. Loved the Millennium Green in Ludlow, lovely cafe and clear water for swimming. Would definitely come back. Thank you to Maggie, John and Coco for making us so welcome

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Malvern Hills District?

The average price for a rental in Malvern Hills District is R 1,917 per night. This rental is R 369 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside. 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 Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside

Cottage in Malvern Hills District

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Malvern Hills District

Nearby attractions

Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside

Cottage in Malvern Hills District

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Malvern Hills District

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Malvern Hills District?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside?

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