Hereford 4.4 miles.
Located on a private estate, along with the owner's home, accessed via electric gates and down a long gravel driveway, is The Loft, a cosy and contemporary first-floor property, surrounded by countryside, in the village of Cross Keys near Hereford.
The Loft comfortably sleeps two and is ideal for a couple wanting to enjoy a relaxing countryside retreat, close to the city of Hereford and the stunning Wye Valley.
Enter the property on the ground floor, where you'll find the owner's laundry room, complete with a washing machine and tumble dryer, which guests of The Loft are welcome to use, and head up the carpeted staircase to your accommodation.
There is an open-plan living area, with a bright and area feel thanks to two large skylights, offering views across the countryside which surrounds you.
The compact but well-equipped kitchen has integrated appliances behind painted white cupboard doors and allows you to prepare meals that can be enjoyed at the raised dining room table with bar stool seating, placed perfectly beside the skylight window, to allow you to enjoy dinner with a view.
The cosy sitting room has a larger L-shaped corner sofa, where you can relax at the end of a busy day and enjoy watching Netflix on the smart TV or make plans for the following day of your holiday.
Retreat to the crisp, white, king-size double bedroom, with a lovely dressing table, bedside tables and built-in storage, as well as a second Smart TV with Netflix for your entertainment.
The spacious hallway has a built-in cupboard, where you can store luggage, while the contemporary shower room has a walk-in shower, offering the perfect way to start each day with a refreshing rinse.
Outside there is a designated off-road parking space, as well as furniture at the front of the property, where you can enjoy a glass of wine or an alfresco meal, plus a storage area for bikes.
The Loft is close to Little Lugg and the River Wye, meaning you can enjoy plenty of riverside strolls, while Cross Keys village has its own pub, just a short walk away.
The city of Hereford on the River Wye is just over four miles away and offers a great selection of cafés, shops pubs, bars and restaurants, as well as a Grade I listed cathedral, containig the Medieval map of Mappa Mundi, created around 1300 by Richard of Holdingham, and a plethora of incredible architecture, dating back to almost every British era.
Hereford is well-known for cider production, so what better way to spend an afternoon here than to visit its cider museum and learn about the history of cider in the area, including Bulmers?
The half-timbered town of Leominster is within easy reach, filled with Medieval architecture and home Berrington Hall, an 18th century country house and gardens owned by the National Trust.
Enjoy picturesque strolls along the Wye Valley AONB and visit Symonds Yat Rock, an ancient hill fort with incredible views of the River Wye, miles of walking trails, a cycle track and picnic area.
The Loft is a cosy, romantic retreat in a peaceful countryside setting.