Durstone Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 22
Bedrooms 9
Bathrooms 5
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

28 Customer Review(s)

Streaky62
September 2020

“Great family holiday retreat in beautiful Herefordshire”

We had a fanastic week here in September. The double kitchens made self catering a breeze, as did the 2 dishwashers! The dining room is capacious, and was the scene for great extended meals and card games each evening. The barbecue was great, as were the steaks from Legges butchers in Bromyard ...

We had a fanastic week here in September. The double kitchens made self catering a breeze, as did the 2 dishwashers! The dining room is capacious, and was the scene for great extended meals and card games each evening. The barbecue was great, as were the steaks from Legges butchers in Bromyard. The local pub (The Wheelwrights) serves a great pint and a lovely plate of fish and chips, and having a gentle wander over the mile walk back gives you a chance to work some of it off. The games room is great, and we played pool and table tennis for hours. We rented a hot tub from Hereford Hot Tub Hire, and that put the bubbly icing on the cake, having a glass of fizz whilst looking at the rolling hills is very special. For a carefree family holiday we found it ideal.

- Streaky62, September 2020
Mrs Bradford July 2020

“The owner was most helpful and we enjoyed our week.”

Any reservations we had were to do with our dealings with Sykes Cottages, who we felt were a little inflexible with regard to dealing with our concerns regarding the Covid Virus.

- Mrs Bradford, July 2020
Mrs Lock May 2019

“Fab time away.”

We were a large group with kids and it catered very well for our needs. The location was beautiful and the cottage was lovely. Would definitely go back.

- Mrs Lock, May 2019
Mrs Morris April 2019

“Absolutely delightful.”

There were 14 of us plus a baby. The teenagers loved the table tennis and pool room. The only downside was the road into the building. Would book again tomorrow if it wasn’t for that. Owners popped occasionally to see if all was well but left us alone other than that

- Mrs Morris, April 2019
Mr Baldock March 2019

“We had a wonderful family week-end and appreciate how well the cottage was equipped, especially the kitchen.”

- Mr Baldock, March 2019
Mrs Bartlett February 2019

“Ideal for family groups, cottages are very private up about a mile track ,some places very bumpy.”

Cottage had everything you would need to cater for a lot of people. Good to have two rooms to sit in . Also really nice to have clean bed linen and towels provided. Owner very helpful and welcoming ,flowers and wine a lovely touch

- Mrs Bartlett, February 2019
Clare C February 2019

“Huge cottage for a big get together”

This is a lovely big cottage which was perfect for a big family get together. The big dining room was really sociable and it was good to have the 2 separate lounges -one quiet, one noisy! The kids really enjoyed walking up the lane to see the pigs in the farm. It was also great to have the games room -plenty for both adults and kids. Lovely owner who kindly posted back a cuddly toy we managed to leave behind!

- Clare C, February 2019
Mrs Duke February 2019

“The cottage was warm, comfortable and more than met the needs of our family of 15!”

Thankyou!

- Mrs Duke, February 2019
Mrs Fraise January 2019

“There is a tap in one of the bathrooms where the temperature control has come loose.”

- Mrs Fraise, January 2019
Miss Bradley-smith November 2018

“The house was exactly what we were looking for.”

The double rooms are all really lovely and there was plenty of room for the 16 of us. The track up to it is bumpy but serviceable. Really recommend!

- Miss Bradley-smith, November 2018
Taylor October 2018

“Excellent property for a gathering of all ages.”

There were 22 of us ranging from 1 to 70, celebrating 2 family birthdays. Great that there was a room big enough to seat us all! Fabulous location with beautiful views and only a 20 minutes walk to the local pub and 10 miles from Hereford. The games room, although a little tired looking, kept some of the party occupied for hours. Would definitely recommend.

- Taylor, October 2018
Ms Starkey March 2018

“The owner of property was very helpfull and went 'above and beyond' by bringing in our ASDA delivery and putting the cold things in the freezer for us.”

Loved the cottages, comfortable and quaint but very well equipt, really is in the middle of just countryside which was great for us the children could play out safely. The track up is very rough as is reallly just a farm track so maybe would struggle if you had a car with a low undercarrage, our cars all managed it ok. Would deffinitely recomened for large family holiday venue.

- Ms Starkey, March 2018
adrianclaire March 2017

“Perfect group accommodation”

Quiet location in a beautiful area perfect for a large group. The cottage was clean and warm when we arrived and had everything we needed. Sarah ( the owner) was very helpful and I would defiantly recomend for family gatherings etc. the huge table in the dinning area which links the two cottages was great. We will defiantly be returning.

- adrianclaire, March 2017
Mrs Lehrle December 2016

“The cottage was booked for a surprise family birthday .”

Guest ages ranged from 4 to 69 , comprising of youngsters, teenagers and adults. Two kitchens enabled breakfast to be served to everyone at the same time. Two lounges meant the "oldies" could have some time away from the youngsters in comfort.. The games room was well equipped and a big hit. The cottage contained everything you could possibly want, from the fresh bed linen and towels to plenty of comfortable seating. The cottage was as warm as toast which was very appreciated at this time of year.

- Mrs Lehrle, December 2016
Mrs Davis July 2016

“We loved the stunning setting.”

The house was very quirky. The owner was really helpful. I would definitely come here on holiday again.

- Mrs Davis, July 2016
CeeBee1946 April 2016

“Brilliant celebration”

We all enjoyed our stay at Durstone Cottage to celebrate my 70th birthday. We were a party of 18 with age range ..70 to 3 years so a wide range of needs that were wholly met with this accommodation. The games room, whilst not in pristine condition, was ideal to entertain those in between hours and no-one was bored, in fact it got quite competetive ! The cottage is very clean, comfortable and very well equipped with everything you need. There are ample bathroom facilities on both floors. Good garden space and it is in a great location, lovely views and scenery and a decent walk to the "local" All in all a memorable weekend , rounded off with a great BBq. Thanks.

- CeeBee1946, April 2016
Mrs Jones March 2016

“The games room was an absolute 'win' as far as most of us were concerned.”

The location was a home from home and the views, even from downstairs, were delightful. The long dining room table was ideal as we were one big group rather than several families. Parking for a fleet of cars was a Godsend. The owner was very pleasant and, although nothing went wrong, it was comforting to know she was close by. I have spoken to all my family and friends who joined me on this little holiday and EACH person wants to go back to Durstone Cottages next year and the word to describe our break was 'perfect'! Thank you.

- Mrs Jones, March 2016
Mrs Edwards March 2016

“Had a great time with family in Durstone Cottage, is is a fantastic cottage in a great location.”

- Mrs Edwards, March 2016
Mr Caine December 2015

“Warm with plenty of hot water etc.”

All of the party commented on how comfortable the beds were. Dining room fine for size of party. Quiet location with ample parking.

- Mr Caine, December 2015
Mr Collins September 2015

“Have got to say it was a brilliant weekend; the cottage is huge and was well equipped for our needs.”

I would certainly recommend this cottage to anyone.

- Mr Collins, September 2015
FilouZoe June 2015

“Perfect for big parties”

The house is very roomy, the big dining room is ideal for all guests to gather together & the smaller living rooms are homely and allow smaller groups to have a relax and a chat. We celebrated my husband 50th & had a very relaxing time. The location is lovely in the middle of the country peaceful and quiet. We highly recommend it & we will go again. The landlady is lovely & very accommodating.

- FilouZoe, June 2015
Mrs Durbin December 2014

“This was an excellent venue for my husbands 70th Birthday weekend with family and friends.”

The big dining room was particularly suitable for a party and the 2 well equipped kitchens were brilliant. The sitting rooms were warm and cosy even in the middle of December. The location is lovely and the local pub was very good.

- Mrs Durbin, December 2014
Jane R September 2014

“Beautiful location for a truly relaxing weekend”

An excellent venue for a child friendly reunion. Multiple families can stay together in relative comfort with plenty of useful amenities provided. Great for a big outdoor BBQ and plenty of space for communal dining. Very helpful owners and the gorgeous Herefordshire countryside is spread out around you for soulful education. This appeals to young and old alike.

- Jane R, September 2014
Mrs Deeprose September 2014

“The property was great for the dogs.”

Liked the situation of the property - very rural with wonderful views, the tables outside were great and the large dining room was perfect for 20 odd people. It was also useful to have 2 well equipped kitchens when catering for a large party. Also enjoyed the games room.

- Mrs Deeprose, September 2014
Mrs Cserveny August 2014

“The cottages were the perfect venue for our family get together.”

Beautifully situated in rolling countryside, plenty of rooms. Dogs allowed and great walks directly from the house. House was clean and tidy. Plenty of crockery, pots and pans.

- Mrs Cserveny, August 2014
Mrs Milward May 2014

“The layout of the house is great for two families, and the games room is superb!”

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- Mrs Milward, May 2014
Mrs Richardson March 2013

“The views from the property were outstanding.”

It was perfect for a large family occasion with the option of a 'quiet ' house and a 'noisy' house!

- Mrs Richardson, March 2013
Ms Szczerbowski September 2012

“The beautiful setting of the cottage, every bedroom had a magnificent view.”

The kitchen/eating area was well designed allowing large meals to be prepared in both areas and then served in the central dining room. There were footpaths on the doorstep. Easy access to a number of good quality pubs. Plenty of things to do/see in the area.

- Ms Szczerbowski, September 2012
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The property

Pencombe 1.3 miles. Situated down a single-track road, this lovely detached Herefordshire holiday cottage enjoys a peaceful location on the edge of the owners' livestock farm.

Cosy and comfortable throughout, and with breathtaking views, this Herefordshire holiday cottage is an ideal space for a get together with family and friends.

Formerly two cottages, this charming Herefordshire holiday cottage offers two sittings rooms, both with open fires, and two well-equipped kitchen diners.

The accommodation is connected by a large dining room seating 22, perfect for a dinner party or celebration lunch.

This unique Herefordshire holiday cottage boasts two ground floor bedrooms, and three family rooms, one with en-suite facilities.

Outside this Herefordshire cottage is a large enclosed lawned garden with patio, BBQ and sandpit for the younger members of the group, and for the older members, a games room with pool table, table tennis and football table.

Within easy reach of this Herefordshire cottage are the pretty medieval village of Bromyard, the historic cathedral city of Hereford, the Wye and Golden Valleys, unspoilt villages on the Black and White Trail and the fascinating towns of Leominster and Ludlow.

A perfect place to meet up with family and friends at any time of year.

Summary

Nine bedrooms: 1 x ground floor family room with 1 king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request) and 1 single with TV, 1 x ground floor twin, 1 x family room with 1 double and 2 singles with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x family room with triple bunks (double on bottom, single on top), 2 x twin, 1 x double, 1 x adult bunks, 1 x king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request)
Two ground floor shower rooms with shower and basin
Two bathrooms with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground floor basin and WC
Two fitted kitchens with dining areas (seats 8)
Dining room (seats 22)
Two sitting rooms (seats 10 each) with open fires
Games room with pool table, table tennis and table football.
Oil central heating with open fires
Two electric double oven and hob, 2 x microwave, large fridge, 2nd fridge in porch, chest freezer, fridge/freezer, washing machine, 2 x dishwashers, 3 x TVs with Freeview, DVDs, CD, radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and all fuel for fires inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair
Off road parking for 6 cars
Bike storage
Large lawned garden with patio, furniture, BBQ and sandpit
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 3 miles, pub 1 mile
Note: Refundable Good Housekeeping bond for stag and hen parties.

Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

PENCOMBE

Bromyard 3 miles.

The thriving village of Pencombe is surrounded by rolling farmland, beautifully situated amidst lovely Herefordshire countryside, just 3 miles from the delightful, medieval market town of Bromyard. Located between the cathedral cities of Hereford and Worcester, Pencombe is the perfect base for touring the wonderful surrounding counties renowned for their outstanding scenery, boasting many scenic walks and cycle trails, great nature watching opportunities and of course, a wealth of historic houses and gardens scattered throughout the area. Nearby Bromyard has an air of timelessness with many half-timbered buildings, helping visitors relax amongst a good range of pubs, restaurants and shops, whilst the cathedral town of Hereford dates back to Saxon times, and with its medieval bridge over the winding River Wye it is the very image of picturesque England. With a mix of buildings from almost every British era, eclectic Hereford is a popular base for those seeking to explore the locale – being ideally placed for accessing the ‘Black and White’ villages of the region, not to mention the delights of neighbouring Shropshire, Worcestershire and The Cotswolds. This lovely location has plenty to offer, at any time of year!

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Reviews

“Great family holiday retreat in beautiful Herefordshire”

“The owner was most helpful and we enjoyed our week.”

“Fab time away.”

“Absolutely delightful.”

“We had a wonderful family week-end and appreciate how well the cottage was equipped, especially the kitchen.”

“Ideal for family groups, cottages are very private up about a mile track ,some places very bumpy.”

“Huge cottage for a big get together”

“The cottage was warm, comfortable and more than met the needs of our family of 15!”

“There is a tap in one of the bathrooms where the temperature control has come loose.”

“The house was exactly what we were looking for.”

“Excellent property for a gathering of all ages.”

“The owner of property was very helpfull and went 'above and beyond' by bringing in our ASDA delivery and putting the cold things in the freezer for us.”

“Perfect group accommodation”

“The cottage was booked for a surprise family birthday .”

“We loved the stunning setting.”

“Brilliant celebration”

“The games room was an absolute 'win' as far as most of us were concerned.”

“Had a great time with family in Durstone Cottage, is is a fantastic cottage in a great location.”

“Warm with plenty of hot water etc.”

“Have got to say it was a brilliant weekend; the cottage is huge and was well equipped for our needs.”

“Perfect for big parties”

“This was an excellent venue for my husbands 70th Birthday weekend with family and friends.”

“Beautiful location for a truly relaxing weekend”

“The property was great for the dogs.”

“The cottages were the perfect venue for our family get together.”

“The layout of the house is great for two families, and the games room is superb!”

“The views from the property were outstanding.”

“The beautiful setting of the cottage, every bedroom had a magnificent view.”