Elephant Cottage

4.7★

Excellent

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Washing machine

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

53 Customer Review(s)

Ian
June 2022

“One of the best cottages of the many we have stayed in over the years.”

Only one drawback really and that is the lack of a reliable WIFI signal. When one relies on the internett so much these days it really is a problem. Apart from that everything was superb and a very freindly welcome.

Only one drawback really and that is the lack of a reliable WIFI signal. When one relies on the internett so much these days it really is a problem. Apart from that everything was superb and a very freindly welcome.

- Ian, June 2022

Thank you for the feedback. Amazing to hear you loved the cottage. We appreciate your comments with regards to the WIFI and understand this can be frustrating. Property Owner
Lucia May 2022

“Lovely cottage.”

Beutiful farm. Peter showed us all farm. Looking forward to come back.

- Lucia, May 2022

Brilliant you loved the cottage and enjoyed the farm. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Property Owner
Linda May 2022

“Cosy and well equipped cottage in great location for visiting places of interest in nearby towns.”

Secure garden for our dog. Will be back for another visit

- Linda, May 2022

Thank you for the feedback. So pleased to hear you enjoyed the cottage and location. Look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
Beverley February 2022

“Lovely cottage with a great enclosed garden for our dog.”

Had a very comfy stay.

- Beverley, February 2022

Thank you for your kind review - we're so glad that you (and your dog!) had such a comfortable stay and look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Property Owner
Rachel September 2021

“We had a fantastic time.”

The only thing we would point out to future holiday makers is that they should not expect peace and quiet all the time because it is a very busy dairy farm with lots of comings and goings and heavy machinery and lorries. This didn't bother us in the slightest but we'd hate for someone to go and not realise and then leave a negative review as that wouldn't be fair because Elephant Cottage is so lovely. The fishing was good there and nice to be able to amble around the farm fields freely. The hosts are absolutely lovely. We had a wonderful farm tour which was a lovely touch and enhanced our stay. Elephant Cottage is super cosy and beautifully finished. We loved our stay very much! Great area - lots to see and plenty of walks with great dog friendly places to eat.

- Rachel, September 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back any time in the future. Property Owner
Una July 2021

“We were welcomed onto the adjoining farm with a tour which was amazingl.”

Encouraged to wander wherever and whenever we wanted. Great walks from the cottage. I love cows and was lucky to see a calf born and helped bottle feed them. Hosts were great and helped us to make the most of our holiday with local info on attractions, pubs, shops etc. The cottage itself was immaculate and larger than expected with loads of storage. Fully enclosed garden to keep your furry friend secure and ample parking space.

- Una, July 2021

Thank you so much for your feedback. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you back anytime in the future. Property Owner
Rosemary June 2021

“The cottage is absolutely delightful and converted to a high standard.”

It should be noted however that there is no internet and the phone signal is weak inside the cottage. Nonetheless we had a very relaxing break and would highly recommend the accommodation.

- Rosemary, June 2021

Thank you for the lovely feedback. We're pleased to hear you had a relaxing break at Elephant Cottage. Unfortunately, signal can be a bit patchy in this area but hopefully you were able to enjoy the beauty of an undisturbed holiday in the countryside! Property Owner
Paul May 2021

“A gem of a cottage in the Herefordshire countryside.”

Easy to find and well located for visiting a lovely area.

- Paul, May 2021
Joseph April 2021

“A beautifully restored cottage in picturesque countryside, We had a wonderful week at Elephant Cottage.”

The cottage is fully equipped with everything you need and the garden is enclosed and private, the perfect setting for a bbq. Would recommend taking advantage of the idyllic fishing pond. The cottage is within easy travelling distance to plenty of visitor attractions, would highly recommend Warwick Castle. Can’t wait to return next year, we only hope we have the same glorious weather. Thank you to Peter and Margaret for being such wonderful hosts.

- Joseph, April 2021

Thank you for taking time to leave your lovely feedback on Elephant Cottage. We cannot wait for you to return! Property Owner
Ian October 2020

“It's a lovely comfy cottage, away from the hurly burly of modern day life.”

The bed was very comfortable, and the cottage was well supplied with 'pandemic' cleaning materials. Things which should be noted, although none of them spoiled our stay, are: 1. the cottage is on a working farm - expect clanks; a strong light at night on the cow sheds; the sound of milk tankers, and mooing cows; 2. there is no mobile signal or WiFi in the cottage; and 3. the cottage is alongside a main, albeit rural, road. All that said, we had a lovely relaxing week - lazy days and good sleep at night. Personally, we would recommend Elephant Cottage.

- Ian, October 2020
Jason July 2020

“Had a great week in a lovely well equipped cottage.”

Owners were very friendly and informative about location and area.

- Jason, July 2020

Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay at Elephant Cottage. We always love to receive your feedback and hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Peter November 2019

“A real treat wife loved it owners such nice people will definitely be going back ...”

A real treat wife loved it owners such nice people will definitely be going back as soon as possible please don't change a thing it's just perfect a real big thank from us both Peter and Maureen Herbert

- Peter, November 2019

We cannot wait to welcome you back! Hideaways. Property Owner
Maureen June 2019

“Elephant Cottage is a comfortable, clean and well equipped cottage sited on a very busy working dairy farm.”

It is well positioned to visit the National Trust properties of Croft Castle, Brockhampton Estate, Berrington Hall and Elgar's birthplace. Ludlow and its castle are also accessible. If you would like a feel for the Herefordshire countryside and villages, take the 'Black and White Trail' picked up at Leominster. Margaret and Peter are very friendly and welcoming hosts. You can even see the cows being milked in the milking parlour close by.

- Maureen, June 2019
Christopher June 2019

“Despite some variable weather we enjoyed our week immensely and were really able to unwind.”

Margaret & Peter made us very, very welcome & took the trouble to check that we were OK without being intrusive. Peter even threw in a guided tour of the farm & immediate area which was very interesting and added immensely to the enjoyment. Elephant Cottage is fitted out to a very high standard and was extremely comfortable and clean. The area is beautiful and within reach of many delightful small towns & places of interest. We particularly enjoyed Ledbury & Tenbury Wells. Highly recommended.

- Christopher, June 2019
Christine May 2019

“Very welcoming people are Mr and Mrs Lewis cannot do enough for you, cottage is centralized for exploring areas of interest as there is a lot to see, if you like to see a working farm that is the place to be, the cottage is very well equipped everything you need.”

The Lewis's are such a great couple and cannot do enough for you.Great Holiday.

- Christine, May 2019
Patricia April 2019

“The owners of the cottage are very warm, friendly and welcoming.”

The cottage is on a working dairy farm which is busy 24 hours a day. We found this interesting and we learnt a lot from our tour of the farm by the owner. The front garden attached to the cottage is safe for our dog to explore and there are surrounding fields for exercise. I look forward to my next visit.

- Patricia, April 2019
Wayne March 2019

“We had a lovely time at Elephant cottage.”

The cottage was very clean, comfortable and well appointed. Mr and Mrs Lewis were very welcoming, and gave us some hints and tips about the local area and where to visit. My husband enjoyed the fishing in the pools and even managed to catch something!! Our little dog enjoyed the enclosed garden and the freedom of running in the fields. The weather was not very kind to us, but it did not detract from a really enjoyable stay. The only disappointment was when I booked I misjudged the dates by 1 day, and when I called Skyes to change it I was charged an extra administration fee of £30, despite there being no difference in price which I feel was unfair.

- Wayne, March 2019
Sharon September 2018

“I don't want to give a bad review as the cottage was lovely and the hosts were great, surrounding areas amazing, but I do feel that in the description something should be written explaining that the cottage is on a working dairy farm 24/7.”

- Sharon, September 2018
Mr & Mrs Linthwaite

“A very relaxing break after the Christmas rush!”

! Cottage beautiful - very relaxing and comfortable.

- Mr & Mrs Linthwaite,
Mala Patel and Danny Sheridan

“We have had such a lovely and relaxing break in the cottage.”

It has been really cosy and warm. The cottage is beautiful. We loved the artefacts and decor. We enjoyed exploring the area and going on walks with beautiful scenery. Thank you both for your kindness and for welcoming us here. Thank you also for providing us with everything to make us feel right at home. It has been a lovely experience. We will definitely be back again!.

- Mala Patel and Danny Sheridan,
Mr & Mrs Maybank

“Thank you for a cosy and relaxing half-term break!”

Everyone has been warm and helpful and it has been a peaceful and well-equipped retreat. We very much enjoyed the local produce available at Legges in Bromyard and recommend the Bridge Inn at Michaelchurch Escley.

- Mr & Mrs Maybank,
Sue and Phil

“Beautiful cottage, warm, cosy, very well equipped and ideally placed to explore.”

- Sue and Phil,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor 27 February

“We had a very relaxing couple of days.”

Everything we needed to cook and enjoy ourselves was provided. We were able to get out to a really scenic area near the Welsh border without too much difficulty. The nearest town Bromyard is a mid-sized town with a big Co-op supermarket and more specialist shops shops as well, e.g. the food shop Legges. There is also plenty to see nearby in terms of National Trust / other heritage places. The only small things that might put some people off (although not us!) were (i) the large number of cows, that you could hear from the cottage, (ii) creakiness of the floor / doors, (iii) size the of TV (rather small). Overall, the property has been refurbished to a very high standard, and there are a lot of nice touches, such as the elephant themed bed covers. :)

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor 27 February,
Mr & Mrs Pemberton

“We have had a lovely time at Elephant Cottage.”

The cottage is beautiful, cosy, clean and well equipped with everything you need. Margaret & Peter were very welcoming and helpful. We enjoyed the tour of the farm and Steve enjoyed fishing in the bottom pond; whilst fishing he spotted a kingfisher much to his joy.\ Dylan, our little dog, made himself at home straight away; he especially enjoyed the garden which was fully enclosed so he could not get out.\ The Bromyard Downs are a must if you like walking (stunning views). Thank you both; we would definitely stay here again.

- Mr & Mrs Pemberton,
Mr & Mrs Blake

“This has been a brilliant week.”

The cottage is like a tardis, bigger than you think; your attention to detail is wonderful and we both agree you shouldn't change a thing. We were glad about the lack of Wifi as we felt we could really relax. Dave caught fish on the lake, so he was happy. The soup you gave us was brilliant, lovely and filling. So thank you very much; the flowers for his birthday were a lovely touch; Molly was perfectly safe in the garden. Even though the weather was cold, the cottage was lovely and warm. We have decided that we will come back here in the summer to see you all again.

- Mr & Mrs Blake,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“We booked a long weekend at the Elephant Cottage, Bromyard, and we can't wait to go back there.”

The cottage itself is beautiful - cosy, luxurious, well thought out, with lots of lovely nice touches. It is set in amazing countryside, and our hosts, Mr and Mrs Lewis, encouraged us to explore the fields, the farm and the lakes. We even got to watch the milking - highly recommended!! The enclosed garden was perfect for our dog and for us, and it really felt like a home from home. Mr & Mrs Lewis could not have been more welcoming, and obviously take great pride in the cottage and making their guests' stay as great as possible.

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Margaret, Martin and "Tess"

“We have had an enjoyable week at Elephant Cottage !”

- Margaret, Martin and "Tess",
Mr & Mrs Bisson

“We have really enjoyed our stay in this charming cottage.”

Thank you to Peter and Margaret for their friendly and warm welcome. This is a great location to explore the wonderful countryside and towns. We found plenty to do in the area, which include a visit to Brockhampton Estate and walks in the Bromyard Downs. There are two little fishing ponds but we would advise heading to the bottom one. There are plenty of baby common carp to catch and in a few years when they've gained weight they'll provide good sport!

- Mr & Mrs Bisson,
Mrs G

“Beautiful cottage - warm, cosy, very well equipped and ideally placed to explore Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Shropshire.”

Phil enjoyed his fishing until the weather go the better of him.

- Mrs G,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“A cosy, warm, comfortable cottage, very well equipped and in a great location to explore Herefordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire.”

The owners, Margaret and Peter, were very welcoming and friendly. My husband enjoyed the private fishing despite the rain! Plenty of good places to eat within a short drive.

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Lesley, David and "Bunny"

“We have had a fantastic week in this charming cottage.”

Hope to return soon.

- Lesley, David and "Bunny",
Mr & Mrs Taylor

“What a wonderful cottage.”

Every need catered for and extremely comfortable with it. A great centre to see many parts of the Herefordshire countryside and all the stately homes you could think of.

- Mr & Mrs Taylor,
Jennie and Pete

“Cottage is well equipped and very comfortable.”

- Jennie and Pete,
Carol, Pat, Poppy and Lettice

“We have really enjoyed our weekend break in this beautiful little cottage.”

- Carol, Pat, Poppy and Lettice,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“We have just spent a week here and were sad to leave.”

The cottage looks small but it's a little tardis inside. It was wonderfully warm and snug, very good quality furniture and fittings, a massive bed, lovely hot shower and everything you could need is supplied. The attention to detail is amazing and the television is perfect for the size of the room. We collected our key and were sent off with a beautiful jug of home made soup as well. A bonus too is the escape proof garden so we could let the dog out and not worry that she would end up helping with the milking. You are close to the farm but we only occasionally heard the cows and it was never a problem. In fact we found the lowing really relaxing, Margaret and Peter invite you to go anywhere on the farm so we saw the milking and the calves in with mum. It was lovely and we will definitely be going back in the future.

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Judith and Paul

“Such high standard of work has gone into making this a great home from home.”

- Judith and Paul,
Bob, Trish and Maud

“Elephant Cottage is faultless- everything is done to a very high specification with lots of lovely touches !”

- Bob, Trish and Maud,
Alex and Luke

“The cottage is so beautiful with lots of character.”

It was great that we could let the pup roam without worrying ! Very clean and tidy, you would never know dogs stayed here.

- Alex and Luke,
Margaret Lewis

“Our 3rd stay and our favourite place to get away from it all !”

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- Margaret Lewis,
Burnhope

“The cottage was very comfortable, immaculately clean and very well equipped and ...”

The cottage was very comfortable, immaculately clean and very well equipped and very well placed for all local attractions

- Burnhope,
Julie, Phil and Ben (the Greyhound)

“The cottage was one of the best kitted out we have ever stayed in - quality.”

The garden was wonderfully secure and we loved watching our greyhound.

- Julie, Phil and Ben (the Greyhound),
Debbie and Zyg

“Thank you !”

So comfortable and well appointed - love to come back !

- Debbie and Zyg,
A and M

“Booked Elephant Cottage as a surprise break for my husband's 50th birthday - we weren't disappointed at all!”

Margaret and Peter have thought of everything. It has been a very relaxing and peaceful time and we have enjoyed every moment. The weather has not been great, but it has not stopped us getting out and exploring the area. We would most definitely love to come back again.

- A and M,
Ayran, Jane and Blake

“We really enjoyed our stay in this charming cottage !”

- Ayran, Jane and Blake,
Katrina, Phil and Lola

“Such a lovely place to stay and completely unwind.”

The safe, enclosed garden was perfect for our little dog, Lola.

- Katrina, Phil and Lola,
Miss Smith

“We've had a wonderful stay at Elephant Cottage.”

it's a beautiful conversion, excellently maintained and generously stocked. We've enjoyed visiting the farm and seeing the cows and calves. We've had a very warm welcome from the family. Many thanks.

- Miss Smith,
Chris and Adrian

“Thank you for maintaining Elephant Cottage to such a high standard.”

Delightful cottage !

- Chris and Adrian,
Dave and Lynne

“Brilliant week, Cottage is like a tardis, bigger than you think !”

The attention to detail is wonderful.

- Dave and Lynne,
Diane, Steve and Billy

“What a lovely cottage !”

We came to chill and relax and we have found the perfect place for that !

- Diane, Steve and Billy,
Zoe Smith

“A lovely cottage to relax and recover in.”

It had everything we needed and was very clean and tidy. It has been a very nice stay for us both and our dog, who loved the garden. Thank you for a fantastic, peaceful week.

- Zoe Smith,
Shelley and Pete

“The cottage is one of the cleanest and well equipped places I have ever stayed in!”

- Shelley and Pete,
Mr & Mrs Gomersall

“A charming cottage, perfectly equipped.”

So much to fill our time - black and white trail, NT properties and parkland, walks over the downs and great pubs.

- Mr & Mrs Gomersall,
Mr & Mrs Masters

“Lovely break.”

Cottage ideal - well equipped and very peaceful. Lots to see and do in the locality - without feeling rushed.

- Mr & Mrs Masters,

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Summary

One bedroom: 1 x first floor superking size double room
First floor shower room, enclosed shower, washbasin and WC
Ground floor cloakroom with WC and washbasin
Living room
Kitchen/dining room
Utility
Central heating.
Four hob oven, grill, fridge, freezer, microwave, washing machine
TV with Freeview, DVD
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Fenced garden, with gravelled, paved and lawned areas, outside seating area to the side of the property, BBQ
One pet welcome
Babies in arms welcome
Off road parking
Very limited wifi outside
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 2 miles, pub 2 miles.

The property

Set in the grounds of the owner's working farm, Elephant Cottage is an outstanding cottage.

Rife with a quirky history, Elephant Cottage's was once owned by a Birmingham circus family who relocated from the city to retire with their animals and it was here that a baby elephant was housed in this old barn building until it moved away.

Hence the name!

The current owners, once they bought the farm, set about improving everything.

Today we have this beautiful old barn, which has been beautifully modernised, comfortable, spotlessly clean and incredibly charming.

As you will see all the old beams and trusses remain, there is even a section of the original wattle and daub inside.

These period features have been enhanced, creating a very special cottage retreat.

Elephant Cottage is light and airy inside due to the high beam ceilings and multiple windows that look out over the beautiful view of the surrounding farm lands.

Fishing is also possible around 200 meters away in a small lake stocked with brown trout and carp.

Outside is a large, private garden area - all of which overlooks classic English countryside with walks in all directions to help you relax and unwind.

This is a wonderful spot, we loved it and the overall effect is of an enchanting cottage brimming over with character in a great part of the country.

About the location

LEOMINSTER

Hereford 12 miles; Ludlow 12 miles.

Leominster is located in the heart of the beautiful border countryside, where England and Wales nudge each other along Offa’s Dyke. Dating back to the 7th Century, the town of Leominster possesses some fine examples of architecture such as the Priory Church, along with a wide variety of shops, cafes and pubs, and is the ideal place in which to spend a lazy afternoon strolling around in pleasant surroundings. Nearby is the smaller market town of Tenbury Wells situated on the banks of the River Teme. Dating back to the Iron Age and said to have been called 'my little town in the orchard' by Queen Victoria, Tenbury Wells boasts a unique 18th century bridge built by Thomas Telford, the magnificent Pump Rooms, which housed baths where local mineral water was available, and many other listed buildings dating back to the 17th century. Close by are many National Trust properties including Croft Castle and Berrington Hall, plus the Judge's Lodgings in Presteigne, Stokesay Castle, the renowned Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre and the Acton Scott Historic Working Farm are well worth a visit. Sample Herefordshire's famous cider or discover Hereford with it's fascinating Mappa Mundi world map and the captivating chained library, home to a collection of rare and ancient books while nearby Bromyard has an air of timelessness with many half-timbered buildings, helping visitors relax amongst a good range of pubs, restaurants and shops. The pretty medieval market town of Ludlow makes a great day out, with more than 500 listed buildings and a magnificent castle, and also within easy reach are Ironbridge and Hay-on-Wye. The magnificent Black Mountains, Brecon Beacons National Park and stunning Malvern Hills also make a great day out.

PLEASE NOTE - BETWEEN THE 21ST AND 25TH JULY 2022 THERE IS A FESTIVAL CALLED NOZSTOCK A QUARTER OF A MILE AWAY FROM THE COTTAGE. THIS RUNS FROM APPROXIMATELY 10AM UNTIL 3AM. IT IS A BOUTIQUE MUSIC FESTIVAL, SO CAN BE LOUD DURING THESE TIMES.

IF YOU WISH TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE FESTIVAL, CHECK IT OUT HERE: https://nozstock.com/

PLEASE NOTE ELECTRIC FIRE IS FOR VISUAL PURPOSES ONLY.

PLEASE NOTE - THIS PROPERTY ONLY ACCEPTS SMALL/MEDIUM DOGS. PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON SOFT FURNISHINGS OR UPSTAIRS.

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Reviews & Ratings

“One of the best cottages of the many we have stayed in over the years.”

“Lovely cottage.”

“Cosy and well equipped cottage in great location for visiting places of interest in nearby towns.”

“Lovely cottage with a great enclosed garden for our dog.”

“We had a fantastic time.”

“We were welcomed onto the adjoining farm with a tour which was amazingl.”

“The cottage is absolutely delightful and converted to a high standard.”

“A gem of a cottage in the Herefordshire countryside.”

“A beautifully restored cottage in picturesque countryside, We had a wonderful week at Elephant Cottage.”

“It's a lovely comfy cottage, away from the hurly burly of modern day life.”

“Had a great week in a lovely well equipped cottage.”

“A real treat wife loved it owners such nice people will definitely be going back ...”