For a peaceful rural stay with your beloved pets, stay at this welcoming retreat near Malvern. Set in the countryside of Cradley near Malvern (5.5 miles), the rustic two-bedroom home is ideal for couples and small families keen to explore the spectacular Malvern Hills National Landscape (1.5 miles). Miles of scenic footpaths open up opportunities for everything from gentle riverside strolls to challenging hill walks that energetic pups will love.
Brimming with period charm, the house has original features such as wooden beams, exposed stone walls, flagstone floors and large sash windows. In the kitchen, cook up tasty meals at the range-style cooker, to be enjoyed either at the breakfast table or in the separate dining room, where you can eat beside an ornamental fireplace. The cosy lounge centres around a wood burner set within an exposed-stone wall, a lovely space for relaxing with pets. There’s also a separate family room that opens onto the garden through double doors. Head upstairs to find two double bedrooms, one of which has an uneven wooden floor, a private balcony and an en-suite shower room. A family bathroom with a bath and separate shower completes the inside quarters. Outside, you’ll have access to extensive lawns, a sheltered outdoor dining area, a rotating summerhouse with seating, and 25 acres of land to explore with your dogs. An outbuilding houses a utility room with a washing machine, plus an additional fridge and freezer. Private parking is available for 2 cars via steps and a wooden bridge.
Nearby, the Malvern Hills are full of countless walking routes through beautiful countryside, woodland and open hillsides. Great Malvern (5 miles) is perfect for a wander with its independent shops, eateries and historic Priory where dogs are welcome to join you. The market town of Ledbury (6 miles) is known for its striking black-and-white timber-framed buildings and foodie credentials, while Hereford and Worcester are both around 15 miles away. For further adventures, visit medieval Tewkesbury, the Wye Valley, Gloucester and the Forest of Dean, all within 30 miles.