Strawberry Barn, Ledbury

Herefordshire. Sleeps up to 4

With wood beams, exposed brick and a feature spiral staircase this beautiful, converted barn offers light, space and style.  Set with the backdrop of the Malvern Hills, guests at this rural retreat can unwind by the pool, sink into plush sofas and unwind in bucolic bliss.

The ground floor welcomes you in with a modern kitchen living area offering plenty of space to gaze out at the view whilst reclining on plush sofas or enjoying a lively evening meal at the elegant round table.  A well-equipped kitchen combines modern fixtures with wooden surfaces and thoughtful flourishes, whilst holding all you need from dishwasher to washing machine and dryer to make your holiday fuss free.   Underfloor heating and a large TV with DVDs in the living area has all the ingredients for a perfect night in.

The sleeping accommodation comprises of a ground floor bedroom with en-suite access and an inviting patio door that leads you straight from your bed into the beautiful peace of the surrounding countryside.  A further double bedroom, accessed by the rustic spiral staircase is decked out with wooden beams and exposed brick, benefiting from Velux windows for a glimpse at the stars!

Each barn on the complex benefits from its own private garden, with 150 acres of surrounding land available to you during your stay.  Guests will have shared access to a first-rate indoor swimming pool and pool house, with a kitchen area and sun loungers to kick back and unwind on after your dip.  Further communal areas include a woodland fire pit and a shared terrace with BBQ, a great place to socialise and cook an al fresco meal amongst the panoramic views.  

With ample parking outside and a fantastic local pub just a two mile walk away, Holly Bush Barn offers guests a fantastic opportunity to come together in style and luxury in this tranquil rural setting.

The town of Ledbury is surrounded by woods, orchard and hills, a gateway to the footpaths leading through the beautiful Malvern Hills.  Potter the pretty streets and explore the brilliant independent shops where you can stock up on unique homewares, artworks and books and stop off for a coffee at the charming local cafes.

Surrounded by orchards, Ledbury is in the middle of Big Apple Country!  Twice a year the town celebrates the Big Apple Festivals, but year-round you can head to Weston’s Cider for a tasting tour and orchard walk.  Coddington Vineyard is also a must for wine-lovers who want to investigate the fruits of this growing wine region.

A trip to Eastnor Castle is well worth a visit (check website for seasonal opening hours) Take a tour through the historic nineteenth century castle and explore the magnificent state rooms, surrounding arboretum and pretty lake.  Overlooking the castle and the Malvern Hills is the impressive 300-acre Eastnor Deer Park, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with a herd of Red Deer grazing in the grounds.  Those planning a fulfilling walk could take the path up to Eastnor Obelisk and join the path to Worcestershire Way or the Malvern Hills.

For ten days every July the town of Ledbury is home to the largest Poetry Festival in the UK, thanks to the region inspiring a range of poets and writers from Tolkien to C.S. Lewis.  Take a trip to the Barrett Browning Institute to find more information on the poetic heritage of the town and explore the charming Tudor buildings that house the exhibitions.

A trip to nearby Hereford would not be complete with a visit to the spectacular Hereford Cathedral with a beautiful stained-glass window and stone monument standing as a memorial to the SAS, a lovely spot to reflect and catch your breath.  After your visit take a trip to the local Black and White Museum, a perfectly preserved Jacobean timber-framed house that unveils a varied and fascinating story of Hereford’s history dating back to the English Civil War.