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2 Guests
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bathroom
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
121 Customer Reviews
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"Thank you for a wonderful break."
We hope to return in the future. Ivy Cottage was a beautiful retreat and we can highly recommend staying here. Gemma and Matt x
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"The owner deserves a lot of praise its a lovely kept clean cottage and in a beautiful area we loved staying here and we will be back to stay here in the future thank you so much ."
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"We had a absolutely amazing time in Ivy Cottage, clean, comfortable and has everything you need, lovely to snuggle up on the night with the log burner lit."
The garden is quite big and secure, our spaniel loved it. There are plenty of walks on the doorstep with the common just over the road, we loved every minute of our holiday. Thank You Rachelle, you have a little gem of a property.
Thank you, Shane. Great to hear you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"Beautiful cottages very cosy and comfortable."
My dog loved the garden which is truly enclosed and we could sit out and enjoy it with him.Would highly recommend it has everything you need for a perfect holiday
Thank you, Lesley. Much appreciated. Property Owner
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"The cottage itself was idyllic."
Our dog loved the big garden and we were incredibly lucky with the weather. Perfectly situated for on the door walks or a short drive to all the main attractions: Eastnor Castle, Deer Park, Great Malvern, Ledbury. The muffins and dog treats were a lovely touch. I only wish I’d known that the cottage was situated next to a busy road, perhaps an oversight on my part. This feedback is subjective of course, depending on where you live and what you’re used to. The road didn’t bother my partner at all. For me, the constant stream of lorry’s, motorbikes, and cars driving at 50/60 mph till late at night, meant I couldn’t enjoy the garden and with it being hot at night, meant I couldn’t open the windows due to the noise. I wasn’t able to relax as much as I’d hoped for. I am particularly sensitive to noise which is why I haven’t marked down this listing as this is out of the owners control, and everything else was perfect!
Thanks for your feedback, Jo. I’m sorry you found the road to be an issue. It’s not something that has been commented on before. It can get busy at weekends and rush hour. I would like to point out for future guests that the cottage is set well back from the road, around 40 yards. Also, at the time of this review there were diversions in place in the area to re-route traffic past the cottage. Property Owner
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"Lovely cottage - beautifully renovated."
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and our Springer Spaniel loved the garden. The cottage is ideally located for exploring the countryside, towns and villages. We particularly liked Ledbury. Would recommend!
Thank you, Allison. Property Owner
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"Clean and tidy, home from home, we didn't feel like anything was missing."
The enclosed garden was the best for our dog and for us to sit in, we loved the various places to sit and enjoy a cuppa or glass of wine.
Thank you, Stephen. Property Owner
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"We had a lovely time at Ivy Cottage."
The house is perfect for two people. It has been renovated and decorated with lots of love and care. Great garden to sit in and read or have drinks. Very nice starting point for exploring Worcestershire.
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"Beautiful cottage in a great location to explore Malvern Hills."
Large enclosed garden was perfect for the dog with excellent walks direct from cottage on the Common opposite.
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"The garden was a delight both for ourselves and our large dog."
There was ample garden furniture and the garden was truly enclosed with high hedges ( a must for a dog that can climb over a five foot fence ). The kitchen was well equipped for everyday meals, although there was no designated space in the cupboards for any groceries. I had to rearrange a cupboard to put away items such as cereal, tinned goods etc..An oven glove would have been appreciated as I used the oven a lot. The bed was very comfortable, although, presumably due to the age of the building, the bedroom floor was somewhat uneven. The bathroom contained a separate shower cubicle as well as a large bath, toilet and sink. I found the lighting in there rather poor for using the mirrors. The lounge area was dusty around the TV cabinet and the items around the wood burner and looked as if someone hadn't considered dusting the top of the TV box. I imagine it was cleaned after the previous guests had left but there was maybe a gap between bookings. When I swept before we left I discovered a fair amount of dust under the bed and the chest of drawers. Whilst I wouldn't sweep under the bed in my own home every week, I did feel a little more care should be taken with paying guests. Again presumably to do with the age of the building, we found paint bubbling with the damp by the front door. The dog knocked flakes of paint off almost every time she passed the wall. We were very surprised to find there was no recycling bin. I doubt many guests, including ourselves, are willing to drive six miles to find recycling facilities. Although this review sounds somewhat negative, on the whole the cottage was nice and the kind gesture of leaving us muffins, milk and dog treats was appreciated. Indeed, there was even a dog bed (although not large enough for our dog) and dog bowls left.
Thank you for your feedback, I’m pleased to hear you enjoyed your break. To address your comments- the cottage is 300 years old and we chose to keep as much of it as original as possible during restoration, including the elm floors upstairs. This does mean they are not perfectly level. I’m sorry to hear you felt there wasn’t a designated space for groceries. There is shelving, one empty cupboard and a utility room where guests normally store food. I must point out for the benefit of future guests, there is no dog bed, it is actually a footstool. Property Owner
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"Ivy Cottage was delightful."
A beautifully restored cottage where the owner had paid a great deal of attention to detail with the aim of giving holiday makers the best experience possible. It was spotlessly clean, spacious and very comfortable. One felt at home straight away on first opening the door. The garden was fully enclosed, with several seating areas so was perfect for pets and taking refreshments outdoors. The location was ideal, in the centre of a triangle between Malvern, Ledbury and Tewkesbury and with a common right on the other side of the road, which had footpaths leading to another common, and a NT managed hill fort. There were 3 excellent pubs within 15 minutes walk, friendly, cosy and serving excellent food at reasonable prices. Because Ivy Cottage is so popular with Sykes Cottages one needs to book a long time in advance, but the wait is definitely worth it.
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"This is for Sykes information."
We were disappointed that we did not receive any goodwill gesture from Sykes regarding the two days we were without hot water and had to climb stairs carrying kettles of boiling water. The owner dealt with the problem quickly but it involved us having a very early morning start.
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"We had a wonderful stay at Ivy Cottage, blessed with glorious weather."
The cottage has been beautifully restored and decorated to a high standard, which is a credit to the owner. Everything we needed was available, and it was a real pleasure to return each day to relax either in the garden or comfortable lounge, and then to retire to the very comfy, huge bed. (I had the best sleep I'd ever had away from home) Walks are available from the door, and other visitor attractions were in easy reach by car. Should we ever holiday in the area again, Ivy Cottage would be top of our list to stay.
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"We really enjoyed our stay at Ivy Cottage."
Warm and comfortable. Just the job after walking the local hills. Within easy distance of local amenities and several pubs within easy distance too. With the market town of Ledbury just a few miles away, it made for a nice alternative to the walks. A short walk up a mound across from Ivy Cottage offered some splendid views.
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"Absolutely amazing cottage, 5 plus stars."
We stayed at Ivy Cottage from 23rd to the 30th March. Rachael, you have done an amazing job, the cottage is amazing. We had such a lovely stay, you have thought of everything and so much more. We haven't had the best of time lately and you definitely helped so much in changing that. Our beautiful dog Hannah, loved it also... Thanks so much for the dog treats and muffins, very nice. The surrounding areas are fantastic for lovely walks. Will definitely be returning and 100% recommend booking a stay at Ivy Cottage.
Wow! Thank you so much for such a lovely review. Your kind words are very much appreciated. Property Owner
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"We had an excellent stay at Ivy Cottage and the owner went above and beyond to ensure we all enjoyed our stay, from the welcome pack through to ensuring that our hot dog had a great holiday too."
Excellent location, facilities, and ideal for exploring. It is surrounded by great countryside and an excellent range of Dog friendly pubs!
Thank you for the lovely feedback. It was a pleasure to meet you both and hot dog! Thank you for being fabulous guests. Property Owner
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"We had such an enjoyable stay at Ivy Cottage."
The cottage is full of character and has everything you need for your stay. Our dog loved running around in the enclosed garden and going for lovely walks across the common which is literally right across the road. Having the log burner on in the evening and a soak in the gorgeous bath was a welcoming treat at the end of the day. We will definitely be returning some time in the future!
Thank you so much for the fantastic feedback, Jassy. It sounds like you had a great time. I look forward to hopefully welcoming you back at some point. Property Owner
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"A warm and welcoming cottage."
Thank you, Richard. It was lovely to welcome you back for your third visit! Property Owner
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"A beautiful cottage in a great location for visiting the Malverns."
Very clean with all the comforts of home to make a lovely break. Peaceful location , quick to get to local towns etc. Lovely food at Duke of York and Robin Hood pubs - highly recommended.
Thank you for the lovely feedback. Great to hear you enjoyed the cottage and surrounding area. Property Owner
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"We absolutely loved this little cottage, lots of lovely details thought of and ..."
We absolutely loved this little cottage, lots of lovely details thought of and lovely touch of homemade treats, loved the furniture very well presented and it felt like a home from home, we looked forward to retreating every night after a day of exploring, it was close to lots of lovely towns and cities also beautiful surrounding countryside from the cottage plenty of space for our Labrador coco in the garden too
Thank you, Amy. Property Owner
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"Cosy and comfortable cottage."
Great location, with walks directly from the cottage which was great for the dogs. Beautiful enclosed garden too. The cottage was very well equipped and was a great base to explore the area.
Thank you, Janice. Property Owner
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"Ivy cottage was one of the best cottages we have stayed in and we’ve been using Sykes cottages for many years now."
Ivy cottage had everything we needed and more and the cake and milk left for us on our arrival was a lovely gesture. The cottage had a lovely big secure garden for our dog and lots of lovely places to visit just a short drive away. I would highly recommend Ivy cottage .
Thank you, Deborah for such a positive review. Property Owner
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"We have never been to such a dog friendly cottage - large secure lawn, everything a dog might need provided and information given on dog friendly places to walk on and off the lead together with a list dog friendly pubs which was a great help."
The cottage had been lovingly renovated and had everything we needed including a comfy super king bed. Very helpful and friendly owner and we hope to visit again
Thank you for the lovely feedback. Great to hear you and your dog enjoyed the cottage! Property Owner
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"Fabulous week away at a fabulous Cottage, beautifully presented with a great deal of care and taste to retain the cottage feel but still with a modern twist, fully equipped with everything you need from all the kitchen equipment, comfy sofa, lovely TV and fabulously comfortable large bed!"
Rachele is a wonderful host and so accommodating and left not only easy to understand instructions for Wi-Fi, bins etc but cakes and milk and treats for the dogs. The garden is enclosed and provided a safe environment for our two Cockers who loved it…you even have your own private parking space behind gates. Having had cottage holidays since 2017 and stayed in something like 20 different ones around the country this one is certainly one of the very best not only for the presentation but also the locality to the Malverns, Worcester, Ross on Wye, Monmouth & Abergavenny. Thank you Rachele for a lovely week! Robert, Freda, Bella & Betsy
Thank you so much for the fabulous feedback. It was lovely to meet you. Thank you for being just perfect guests! Property Owner
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"What a beautiful cottage this is, we felt at home immediately."
It was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. The garden was lovely and the location was ideal for getting around such a beautiful area. There are so many walks to do from the doorstep and lovely pubs near by, we had an amazing stay and will definitely return. Many thanks.
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"Ivy Cottage is beautiful, great secure garden for the dogs."
The owner could not have been more helpful and the welcome cake was a lovely touch. Perfect holiday
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"We take a lot of cottage holidays and this without doubt is one of the best we have ever stayed in."
The garden was wonderful for our dogs to run around, the cottage was so homely, it was everything we imagined it would be. Rachele was available very readily when we needed her. There were so many nice touches and thoughtful extras. Just a lovely week, thank you so much.
Thank you so much, it was lovely to receive this feedback. You are so very welcome, I’m happy to hear you had a lovely week. Property Owner
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"What a little gem Ivy Cottage is and right on the doorstep of the Malvern Hills, lovely enclosed garden for the pooches, Rachele the perfect host."
. idyllic, will definitely return.
Thank you, Paul, for the fantastic feedback, much appreciated. Property Owner
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"Very comfortable stay in a sparkling clean cottage Garden perfect for our dog we all had a marvellous week"
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"Such a lovely cottage with great character."
Spotlessly clean and beautifully presented with attention to detail. Rachele left a delicious cake, tea and coffee for us. Great good sized secure garden for us to enjoy the lovely view of the Malverns with our dogs. We enjoyed the walks from the door, walked up several of the Malvern hills (from which we were amazed by the most fantastic far reaching views), visited Ross-On-Wye and Great Malvern. Rachele provided lots of information and was prompt replying to a question we had. We really enjoyed our stay and would totally recommend this lovely cottage without hesitation.
Thank you for the lovely feedback, Carolyn. It sounds like you had a wonderful break. It was my pleasure to welcome you to Ivy Cottage. Property Owner
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"Lovely cosy cottage with wonderful views looking toward the Malvern Hills."
Warm welcome with tea and cakes provided by the owner. Able to relax and enjoy holiday which is what we wanted. Everything there in the cottage that we needed. Highly recommended and we would love to return for another holiday.
Thank you, Denise! It was lovely to meet you both and great that you enjoyed the cottage and the local area. Hope to welcome you back some time. Property Owner
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"A lovely, spotlessly clean cottage, in a great location for discovering the Malvern area and for walking."
Thank you, Karen. Property Owner
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"A beautiful presented cottage with lots of character which is a credit to its owner."
Thank you, Richard. Property Owner
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"Loved the cottage."
Just what we needed for a base for our week away. We would definitely recommend a stay here. We loved all the quirky features and it is in a good location especially for some spectacular walks. We would love to return.
Thank you, Beverley. Hope to welcome you back at some point. Property Owner
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"This is a lovely cottage."
Nice and cosy, huge bed, which is extremely comfortable and overall beautifully renovated. It is right on the common, so great for dog walking and it's just a few minutes from the Malvern Hills. I would happily stay again!
Thank you, Mark. Lovely to hear you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. Property Owner
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"This is the second time we have stayed in this cottage and it really is perfect."
We arrived to a lovely warm cottage and welcome basket with so many thoughtful treats to enjoy during our stay. The cottage was renovated to a beautiful standard by the owner and you can look through some photos of the project in some albums left out. The accommodation is clean and luxurious with lots of extra decorative touches. Really really lovely. My dog loves it there and there are so many scenic walks on the doorstep. We’ll definitely be returning for another stay. Thank you!
Thanks for the fantastic feedback, Emily. Look forward to welcoming you back once again. Property Owner
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"Rachel was great with prompt and helpful contact and her cottage and decor is tip top."
Easy to be there with my dogs and a Great location too
Thanks, Michaela! Glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"A delightful cottage in a beautiful and quiet location within easy reach of lots of lovely towns and villages."
Owner was fabulous - very friendly and helpful. Cottage was immaculate and all amenities needed and more. We will definitely return. Thank you all. X
Thank you for the lovely feedback, Zena. It was a pleasure to have you stay. Look forward to welcoming you back some time. Property Owner
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"A beautiful cottage, very lovingly restored, Great garden."
It is on a busy road but across this are beautiful commons and the stunning Malvern Hills. Great for dog walking. Would definitely recommend.
Thank you for your comments. Just to clarify, the cottage is well set back from the road, which is a B road. Property Owner
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"A beautifully maintained character cottage in a magnificent location."
Walks from the door and local pubs with good food.
Thanks, Jo! ‘Magnificent location’ is good enough for me! Property Owner
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"What a beautiful cottage."
The owners have restored it from a shell to an outstanding cottage. Beautifully restored and very comfortable. The biggest bed we have ever slept in! Fabulous bath with a view over the garden. We appreciated the welcome pack. We had everything we needed for a lovely week’s holiday. Lovely common just across the road for walks. Would definitely recommend.
Thank you, David! What fantastic feedback. Wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed the cottage and surrounding area. Property Owner
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"Wow! What a fabulous cottage."
Beautifully decorated and with everything you could need for a very comfortable stay. Very accurate listing and genuinely dog friendly. A lovely large and safe garden for our two lively dogs and treats provided for them. The welcome basket for the humans was much appreciated too! The bed was huge and very comfortable. Plenty of crockery and cutlery and every kitchen utensil you could need. Rachele has thought of everything to make this beautiful cottage a home from home…we loved it!
This feedback was so fantastic to read, thank you! I’m so pleased you and your four legged friends enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"Our second stay at this beautiful cottage with lots of character!"
We loved our stay and were so comfortable here. All the facilities we could need and a very helpful host! Large, secure garden for our dog to enjoy too!
Thank you, Denise! Great to hear you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"We had never been to The Malverns before and thought it was in a great position to explore the area and Ivy Cottage looked the perfect place to spend a week of relaxation."
We got it right. The listing on the web site was spot on - the cottage is but perfectly formed and had everything we needed for our chill out break. We loved the garden for bird watching, although sadly the hedgehogs didn’t come out to see us. The countryside in the area was absolutely gorgeous and the girls were happy all day long - either on the commons or in the garden playing together. The welcome basket for the humans was a real treat and the jar of biscuits for the dogs was very well received!! Thank you for a wonderful week.
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback, Jan. it’s lovely to hear you were both able to relax at the cottage and your dogs enjoyed it too. Great for me to read. Thanks again. Property Owner
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"A delightful cottage with a dog friendly garden."
Ideally situated for exploring the Malvern hills and interesting towns.Good local pubs. Convenience store one mile away. Despite the recent heat wave Ivy Cottage remained cool, but there is a very efficient heating system to use in colder weather which would make . it very cosy in the winter. Very well equipped, the owner has thought of everything!
Thank you, Brian. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay and the local area. Property Owner
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"Delightful, quirky cottage that has been renovated to a very high standard whilst keeping its character."
It was interesting to see the photos of “before”when the cottage was literally a shell! Comfortable lounge and lovely bed, how nice to have a huge bed when there is plenty of room for it! Very clean, everything you could wish for. Absolutely loved the little wooden mice “hiding” in the beams! A large, secure garden was very welcome for the dogs. The owner replied very promptly to any queries we had and lives nearby if there is a problem (there wasn’t). The welcome pack and dog biscuits were most welcome, thankyou Rachele.
Thank you so much, this was lovely feedback to read. Very happy you enjoyed the cottage and it’s ‘quirks!’ Big smile from me! Property Owner
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"Beautiful, cosy welcoming cottage."
We felt very at home here as soon as we walked in. Everything is catered for with some extra's thrown in. Excellent accommodation for two people plus a dog. Very central to all the local amenities and lots to do in the area.
Thank you, Sharon. It’s lovely to hear you enjoyed the cottage and the area. Property Owner
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"Great location"
Thank you, Brian. Property Owner
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"Absolutely beautiful little cottage that has everything you need."
It has been renovated to a very high standard and the little extra touches make your holiday even more memorable. The location is ideal doe exploring the area and the common across the road is perfect for dog walks. I would recommend this lovely little cottage.
Thank you, Kaye. So happy you enjoyed the cottage and the area. Property Owner
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"Great property for us and our 2 dogs."
Felt very welcome and at home right away in our spotless, well equipped cottage with a wonderful welcome hamper to boot. Friendly host who was responsive to any queries and lovely garden for the dogs to play. Great location for long walks out in Worcester, Gloucester and Herefordshire - we've come home for a rest after doing 12- 15 miles a day!
Thank you for the lovely feedback. Great to hear you enjoyed your stay so much. Thank you for your help with watering the garden! Property Owner
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"A delightful cosy cottage with everything needed for a comfortable stay in a beautiful area of the country."
Thank you, Angela. Really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"An enchanting 300yr old cottage with excellent facilities, lovely garden to sit in and good location."
Within easy reach of the 3 counties showground. Highly recommend a stay at Ivy Cottage. Tiny personal touches made this such a cosy and relaxing environment.
Thank you so much, Celia. I’m so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"Fabulous cottage, they have catered for everything, we had the best time , many thanks."
Thank you, Brenda. Property Owner
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"What a gem of a cottage."
Comfortable, cosy, clean, and very welcoming. Owned by a delightfully charming generous and most empathetic young lady who not only provided a scrumptious welcoming basket but went the extra mile to ensure everything was absolutely tickety boo for our entire stay. The location was perfect. Walks from the door. A little further on, the magnificent Malvern Hills. Thank you for making our stay very memorable. My wife and I together with Bumble will look forward to returning.
Thank you both so much for the fantastic feedback. It was a pleasure to have you stay and I look forward to welcoming you back at some point. Property Owner
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"Lovely property and great location Huge comfy bed Very welcoming Garden great for Reggie our dog (not secure all way round if you have an escape artist as a pooch!"
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Thanks, Patricia. Very pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"Absolutely Beautiful little cottage!"
!!! We didnt want to leave! - With beautiful surroundings! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay , walking for miles with our two dogs, over the hills of malvern and around the beautiful countryside. We went to the some of the local pubs not far from the cottage who where all so friendly and the food was nice. Then coming back to relax in the cottage. The dogs enjoyed the enclosed garden as we enjoyed sitting in the sun. There was a thoughtful carepack when we arrived at the cottage for both us and the dogs to enjoy , adding a special little touch. The cottage was cleaned to a very high standard and so we'll equipped! 100% recommended and we will most definitely be booking again. Thanks again Rachele!
You are so very welcome, Evangeline! Thank you for the fantastic review. Lovely comments. Hope to welcome you back at some point. Property Owner
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"Beautiful decor , homely and welcoming with everything you need for a comfortable stay and in a lovely location"
Thank you so much for the lovely feedback. Property Owner
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"The stay was perfect!"
Nothing to fault. Will be booking again!
Thank you, Joanna. Lovely to hear! Look forward to welcoming you again at some point. Property Owner
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"What a beautiful cottage - with all the home comforts you could wish for - we didn't want to leave!"
Comfortable bed, comfy sofa, lovely decor, warming wood burner, underfloor heating, well equipped kitchen, lovely secure garden, great location and fantastic hostess! If you haven't booked already, you are missing out!
Now that’s what I call a review! Thank you Lynsey, I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed the cottage so much. Property Owner
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"The cottage was beautiful!"
We really enjoyed our stay. It was the perfect place to chill out, relax and enjoy some lovely walks. I can not recommend this cottage highly enough! A thoughtful welcome pack and plenty of information and personal touches! Thank you again - I would love to go back in the future.
Thank you both for the lovely feedback, much appreciated. Look forward to maybe welcoming you back at some point. Property Owner
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"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Ivy Cottage."
It is beautifully decorated and well equipped and we especially enjoyed the welcome basket of goodies for both us and our dog. Would recommend and happily stay again.
Thank you! So good to hear you enjoyed your stay and would recommend the cottage to others. Property Owner
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"Beautiful cottage with lovely decorations for Christmas, which made our stay extra special."
Well equipped & wonderful underfloor heating. Quiet location but with easy drive to local amenities. Definitely recommend.
Thank you, Lucy. It was lovely to have you stay for Christmas, so pleased you enjoyed it. Property Owner
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"A lovely cottage, clean & warm with a lot of attention to detail including a thoughtful welcome package."
Garden is safe for dogs with the common over the road for morning walks. It's a 10 minutes drive away to explore the beautiful Malvern hills, a perfect spot for a holiday. One of our best stays made better by our host Rachele
Thanks for your lovely review, Jill. Great to hear you enjoyed the cottage and the area. Property Owner
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"Really enjoyed our short stay at Ivy Cottage, the cottage itself was perfect."
A lovely cosy cottage with all the facilities you needed - the finish is to a really high standard. Rachele the owner provided us with all the information we needed, making sure we felt comfortable and also left a welcome package, which was really thoughtful. The cottage location is great, we spent a lot of our time on the Malvern Hills, which are a 10-minute drive and found a couple of local pubs. I couldn't recommend this cottage enough, we had a lovely time.
Thanks for the lovely review, Adam. Much appreciated. Property Owner
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"What a lovely comfortable Cottage."
Situated in peaceful surroundings. It was Very well equipped we didn’t want for anything. There was a welcome waiting for us and even dog biscuits and a bowl of water waiting for lily our little dog. A log burner with plenty of logs made the evenings very cosy. It also has a very good Wi-Fi signal. The king size bed was very comfortable and we had a great nights sleep. We went to Ledbury and Tewkesbury. Two nice towns which was only twenty minute drive away. Would highly recommend ivy cottage and would definitely book again. Mel.
Thanks for the lovely review, Mel. So pleased you enjoyed the cottage and the surrounding area so much. Property Owner
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"A beautiful Cottage very well equipped in a superb location."
Thanks, Richard. Property Owner
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"Just lovely!"
The bed was very comfortable and the dogs loved playing ball in the garden. The owner was lovely and welcoming , had contact by email and text which was really nice. Will definitely come back
Thanks for your feedback, Sarah. Pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
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"Ivy Cottage was the perfect location for exploring the Malverns."
Secure garden for our dog. Very comfotable with everything we needed. Obviously the owner had put a lot of effort ensuring guest had a memorable stay. Would not hesitate to book another stay.
Thank you! Lovely to hear you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"Ivy cottage was just the perfect place to stay for an active, but relaxing, week away from it all."
Rachele has thought of everything & more. Superb walks literally from the doorstep…every walk has amazing views. Our dog was safe and secure in the garden which meant we could relax without having to worry about him. We have stayed in many cottages but this is way up there ranked as one of the best!
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"Ivy Cottage was absolutely beautiful."
Clean, freshly decorated to a high standard. We were greeted with a welcome pack from Rachele which was greatly appreciated. Would definitely recommend Ivy Cottage and look forward to spending time at the Cottage again.
So happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back at some point in the future. Property Owner
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"Not sure if we missed it in the cottage details but it should be mentioned that there is no mobile phone signal in the cottage."
The wifi however worked fine.
Unfortunately, as the cottage is in a rural location some networks will experience little or no signal. However, most networks do offer wifi calling and this just needs to be selected in your phone settings to enable it. You will then be able to make and receive calls via wifi. The wifi at Ivy Cottage has recently been upgraded. Property Owner
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"Beautiful cottage with fabulous garden which our dogs loved."
Would definitely stay here again and recommend to friends. Thank you
Very pleased to hear that both you and your dogs enjoyed your stay. Thanks for your lovely comments. Property Owner
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"The owner Rachele was brilliant, she was extremely responsive and helpful with information and our enquiries."
The welcome pack was exceptional. Both the cottage and garden were lovely.
Thanks for the feedback, Brian. Very much appreciated and pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"Rachel had thought and done everything to make our holiday just perfect."
Simply everything we expected and more was provided and the cottage is simply great.
Thanks, Brian! Very pleased to hear you were happy with everything. Property Owner
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"Ivy Cottage was charming."
Rachelle the owner had put so much thought into the interior design and had provided every comfort, we felt at home from the moment we entered. The large secure garden was perfect for our dog too. We could cross the road onto the spacious and scenic Combe Green Common for a daily walk before heading off to explore the countryside , towns and National Trust properties slightly further afield. So much to see and do before returning to enjoy the evenings in our cosy holiday home.
Thank you for the lovely review. Property Owner
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"What a stunning cottage!"
As holiday cottage owners ourselves, we are quite picky, and our only negative comment is that there wasn't a lot of storage space for the food we took. There was a very generous welcome basket waiting for us on arrival, as well as one for the dogs. It was lovely being opposite the common for dog walks, although because of free-roaming sheep we couldn't let the dogs off the lead. But the garden to the cottage more than made up for that as it was really big and totally secure. Lovely to have the sitting-out area with comfy seats and a sun umbrella. The kitchen was really well equipped and it was good to have 2 separate seats in the living room. The king-size bed was really comfy and the hanging space very ingenious. Great to have so many hangers too. The bathroom was excellent, with a bath as well as a shower and plenty of shelf space for toiletries. Would definitely recommend this lovely cottage.
Thank you both for all of your positive comments. I took your point about space for food storage on board and have re-arranged things so there is some free cupboard space. Very happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"This is a beautiful Cottage in an excellent location for walking the hills or driving a few miles to the local towns."
There is everything you need for a comfortable, relaxing stay and the garden is fully enclosed/fenced if you're bringing a Dog with you too. The kitchen is well laid out, plenty of space and a large Lounge. It's deceptively spacious. There is a road that runs beside the Cottage but it's a quiet 30 mph road and we didn't notice any noise from traffic. Fantastic hot shower, massive bed, handy utility room and log burner if the evenings are cold. Underfloor heating is a gem first thing in the morning. We had a great stay here and we will definitely be looking to go back.
Thanks so much for all of your lovely comments and for such a thorough review. Look forward to welcoming you back at some point. Property Owner
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"It was a lovely cottage."
Having a dog, and it being so near to a main road, I'm not sure I'd book it again. Other than that the property is excellent.
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"This was our second visit to Malvern Hills having previously stayed at the sister cottage."
Again Rachele has has met all expectations. The pictures are true to detail, the decor and cleanliness are of a high standard and the welcome pack along with goodies for the dogs was very much appreciated. This is an excellent location to explore Malvern with a wonderful common just over the road. We will be visiting again in the very near future.
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"We loved Ivy Cottage."
It has been so sympathetically restored, tastefully decorated and thoughtfully equipped that we do not hesitate to recommend. Perfect for dog owners with a secure garden and the common right opposite, you can even walk to some of the Malvern Hills directly from base. Simply delightful.
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"We had a lovely holiday at Ivy cottage it was very clean and everything was there that you could possibly need."
Rachele left us a welcome pack which was much appreciated. Thank you.
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"Ivy Cottage is a small but perfectly formed cottage with everything you could need when staying."
Although near the road you don’t hear traffic inside and I’m a light sleeper but loved it here. Rachele (the owner) has done a fantastic job renovating and equipping this cottage and left us a lovely welcome pack including milk which was brilliant. There’s nothing not to like about this cottage and with parking within the garden once the gate is shut it made it ideal for our dog to run around and explore. If you’re pondering this cottage BOOK IT-you won’t regret it-it’s a fabulous place to stay!
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"Ivy cottage is stunning!"
Rachele has thought of every little detailed to make your stay comfortable. Th cottage it’s self is beautifully renovated. The garden is safely enclosed for your dog to run around and the views of the hills are breath taking! It is in a great location with everything you need being a short drive away. Would definitely return to Ivy Cottage!
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"The most beautiful well equipped cottage."
The best we have stayed in.
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"Our cottage was fabulous, the owner was so helpful , always responded to my texts."
Everything in the cottage was of good quality. We really enjoyed our stay.
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"Would highly recommended this accommodation."
.. it was beautifully styled and lots of thought given to the needs of guests. The host had left a lovely welcome basket & the property was warm and cosy on our arrival.
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"Excellent cottage and ideal situation for walking."
I would recommend this cottage for dog owners with direct walkinf from the front door.
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"What a beautiful little cottage."
A perfect getaway over new year for me, my wife and two dogs. For anyone who wants to get away from the business of life or who has a dog that is petrified of fireworks this is the place for you. The only noises we heard were sheep crossing the road in the morning it was so peaceful. Would absolutely stay here again as there are so many nice places to go near to the cottage. Ledbury and Broughton on the Water were our favourites.
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"Best cottage I have ever stopped in."
The owner provided everything you could possibly wish for. The welcome pack was second to none. Lovely cosy place that is excellent for walking.
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"Lovely cottage , well equipped everything exactly as one would wish, good garden for the dog."
Really useful short circular walk immediately across the road.
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"This cottage was without doubt absolutely perfect."
Everything that one could wish for was there. The position was good for walks with dogs and even the dog was catered for. Our welcome goodies were much appreciated.
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"Ivy cottage was wonderful, warm, and welcoming."
I real pleaure to spend time in.
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"The cottage was beautiful and we had a relaxing stay ."
The basket of goodies + dog treats were much appreciated. The area has a lot of stunning walks but if you want it's just a short journey to the beautiful town of Tewkesbury where you'll find most if not all shops are happy to let dogs go in. I will definitely be recommending I'vy cottage to friends and family.
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"Ivy cottage is a cosy, excellently presented and equipped cottage."
I can not praise Rachele enough for her care and consideration to every little detail. The welcome basket was a truly thoughtful ideas, and received with welcoming my, with Rachele ensuring my dietary needs included, even the welcome note was around thoughtful gesture, we will definitely book it again in the future.
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"Ivy Cottage is right opposite the Malvern Hills for lovely walks and in an excellent location for visiting many different places, being members of The National Trust we had many places to visit."
The cottage was very comfortable and had everything you would need for a relaxing holiday and would like to thank Rachele for the lovely treats on our arrival.
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"Very chilled out relaxing holiday and the garden was brilliant for the dog,I would recommend this to anyone."
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"We have stayed in quite a few cottages over the years, Ivy Cottage is very high amongst these, it ticks all our boxes and more."
Comfortable, welcoming, an excellent location for walking in the Malvern Hills, the Owner Rachele has catered for everything a nice welcoming pack good tea and coffee as well. Yes, we would definitely revisit Ivy Cottage.
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"This was an outstanding holiday cottage."
It was the best one we have ever stayed in. The presentation, equipment, comfort and cleanliness were all excellent. The owner, Rachele, was extremely helpful and went out of her way to make us, and our dog, welcome. The welcome pack for both us and the dog was much appreciated. We would definitely stay at this cottage again. Its location to walk the hills and byways of the Malvern Hills was ideal. A most enjoyable experience.
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"A lovely cottage in a great location"
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"This is our second stay at Ivy Cottage, the perfect setting for a quiet relaxing holiday."
Ivy Cottage is a piece of heaven on earth.
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"We loved our stay at Ivy Cottage, booked so we could visit the RHS Malvern Show."
It is a beautiful little house, and Racehele made our stay lovely, with really good welcome instructions and a lovely welcome pack. The garden is lovely for sitting out and secure for the dog. There are amazing walks right from the door onto the common, which can take you right up into the Malvern Hills.We loved how homely it was and we were so sad to leave and would not hesitate to recommend this to others. We will be booking again, as there is so much to do in this part of the country. We can recommend climbing all the hills, also Upton on Severn and Worcester, Ledbury is nice for eating out also. The Bluebell in Malvern is a nice dog friendly pub. We wanted for nothing during our holiday, the cottage was perfect and had all we needed. Thank you Rachele.
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"This is a lovely cottage, absolutely immaculate inside."
The owners have done a good job of renovating the cottage. Everything has been thought of that you might need. I had no trouble finding the property. I found it quite central for visiting the Cotswolds.
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"Such a fabulous cottage!"
It’s settled in a peaceful area but situated not too far from local towns and amenities. The host is fabulous and has created such a lovely holiday cottage. Definitely recommend.
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"The house we stayed in was the best holiday cottage we've ever visited."
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"The owner was very quick to respond to emails and was very friendly and helpful."
It is a lovely cottage, very comfortable and very well appointed.
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"The cottage was beautiful and had all the home comforts you would need."
It was tastefully decorated and the attention to detail was outstanding. The cooking facilities were excellent and was much better supplied with equipment than previous cottages I stayed in. It was peaceful and in an idyllic location and it was very easy to get visit nearby towns. Loved everything about this cottage and will definately return. The welcome treats were very much appreciated.
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"Ivy cottage was lovely."
Really nice welcome pack too which went above and beyond.
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"A beautiful cottage with excellent attention to detail."
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"We had a thoroughly enjoyable holiday, cottage very quaint, as described with being both clean and very cosy."
Quality furnishings and fittings throughout, with a wonderful welcome pack on arrival. The owner was easily accessible and pleasantly helpful. Walks are plentiful from the doorstep and National Trust places nearby to visit. We would definitely recommend this property, for a nice relaxing break. Thank you. We hope to return again soon.
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"Absolutely fantastic accommodation ."
lovely to stay in.a real treat.owner has done a great job with the cottage . Highly recommended. Thank you.
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"The cottage was perfect in every way very dog friendly and plenty to do nearby ."
We loved it,
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"Great communication from Sykes, and Rachele."
The cottage was beautiful and well equipped. Very large comfortable bed. Looking at the renovation photos in the cottage, the owners have done a fantastic job. Our only concerns were, there is no full length mirror, and the fridge wasn't very cold. But only minor issues that wouldn't stop us from returning. We really enjoyed staying there.
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"Ivy Cottage was definitely a home from home, absolutely everything that you need is catered for, cleanliness and comfort was first class and the owner was so helpful in managing to get the cottage ready for us earlier than the stated arrival time, would definitely return and will definitely be recommending Ivy Cottage to my friends."
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"Yes check what address you have, we were given 2 different ones coome green and coome lane we had great difficulty in finding it we had to call Rachel the owner who came and found us and we followed her back aparently this has happened before and she was going to email you this was a very stressful journey with 2 dogs in car and very hot Not impressed and has altered my view on booking further holidays with you ."
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"A charming 300 year old cottage with 21st century comfort."
Ideal location for exploring the Malvern Hills and further afield. Great holiday and we would recommend this place.
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"Great accommodation."
The only issue was the instructions on the Sykes website about locating the cottage. These instructions did not match the post code.
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"Our stay at Ivy Cottage was wonderful."
It was chic, cosy and comfortable and we lacked for nothing. The surrounding areas are breath taking and there is plenty of historic places to visit. We have already booked to return next year. Ivy Cottage and its amenities are second to none.
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"We had an excellent time with amazing countryside and an outstanding cottage that really was perfect with every little detail thought about."
Thank you Sykes Cottages you did it again!
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"Fabulously equipt cottage, wonderful welcome pack for us and one for our two collies too."
Excellent in every way heating equipment and locality and lovely local pubs within walking distance.
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"The cottage was stunning and beautiful, however the area lacked enough to do for the 3 days trip"
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"Ivy Cottage is the perfect place escape to."
It's a stunning cottage that had been beautifully and lovingly restored and has everything you could possibly need, making it a home away from home. Ivy is in a great location, not just because of the surrounding countryside but because it's close to all the amenities, however it's far enough out to enjoy the peace and quiet. A list of the local supermarkets etc are provided in the visitors guide, including the contact details for the local doctors surgery, dentist or vets if you require them. The nearest town, Ledbury, is a short drive away through the Malvern Hills, passing through Eastnor and it's castle, and the fields on the other side of the road are lovely to walk around - but watch out for the sheep! The bench at the top of the hill is a very pretty place to sit and watch the world go by, with views of Ivy Cottage and the surrounding farmland. As for the host - she was faultless. She kept us informed and up-to-date with everything. She has created a wonderful holiday cottage and made our stay unforgettable. The little touches made it even more special. My boyfriend and I felt very lucky to have been the first guests to stay at Ivy. We have made many memories there and have fallen in love with it. It was very hard to leave! But we will definitely be returning soon. We're sure you'll love Ivy Cottage as much as we do.
Summary
- One super king-size double bedroom
- Bathroom with freestanding bath, separate shower, basin and WC
- Kitchen with breakfast table and larger folding table for dining in the sitting room if required
- Sitting room with woodburning stove
- Utility/drying room
- External lockable wood/bike store.
- Gas central heating with woodburning stove
- Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio with Bluetooth connection, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
- Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Travel cot available
- Off road parking for 1 car
- Lockable bike storage in wood store
- Large enclosed lawned garden with gravel patio and furniture
- Two well-behaved dogs welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop and pub 1 mile
- Note: Baby-in-arms only
- Note: check in 4pm and check out 10am
The property
Malvern 6 miles.
A stunning semi-detached stone cottage ideally located on the edge of Coombe Green Common at the foot of the Malvern Hills six miles from the town of Malvern.
This beautiful cottage boasts both character and charm, with many original wall and ceiling beams, making it an ideal holiday cottage for a romantic break in a beautiful part of the country.
Step inside to a lovely hall off which is a utility room and a very well equipped kitchen perfect for cooking a romantic dinner or relaxing with coffee whilst planning the day's activities.
A beautiful sitting room complete with warming woodburning stove is ideal for those chilly evenings, an ideal place to put your feet up in front of the TV.
Relax in the bath after a day walking on the hills and wake up refreshed after a deep sleep in the comfortable bedroom.
An external wood store is also available to provide space for storing bikes or golf clubs.
Outside the enclosed garden makes an ideal place to relax whilst enjoying alfresco dining or sit with a refreshing drink whilst enjoying the unspoilt surroundings and beautiful views of the Malvern Hills .
The cottage sits on the edge of Coombe Green Common whilst offers many lovely walks which then leads to the foot of the Malvern Hills all of which can be enjoyed from the doorstep of the cottage.
Alternatively, visit the Three Counties Showground with plenty of events on throughout the year.
Visit the riverside town of Upton-on-Severn, Ledbury with its first class restaurants or the spa town of Cheltenham famous for Gold Cup horseracing.
The property is just 3.5 miles from the popular Eastnor Castle and Deer Park.
The towns of Hereford, Ross-on-Wye and the many unspoilt Cotswold towns and village also make a great day out.
A superb quintessential English country cottage ideal for a romantic holiday at any time of year.
About the location
MALVERN
Ledbury 7 miles; Worcester 10 miles; Hereford 23 miles.
The beautiful Worcestershire town of Malvern dates back to the Bronze Age and is situated on the eastern side of the dramatic Malvern Hills. An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Malvern Hills form a 9-mile range of ancient rock, which offers 100 miles of footpaths and bridleways with natural springs and long distance views in all directions. The town holds antiques fairs, WI country markets, farmers’ markets and many auctions throughout the year, as well as the Great Malvern Food Festival in June. Malvern has individual shops, cafes, galleries, restaurants, a luxurious spa and it’s own micro brewery. It is also just a short drive from the Three Counties Showground which hosts regular events most notably RHS Malvern (May), The Royal Three Counties Show (June) and the Malvern Autumn Show (September). The town is the home of the Morgan car which makes this area popular with motoring enthusiasts. The Malvern Theatre welcomes productions from the West End and the Royal Shakespeare Company. The more energetic can try many outdoor activities including high ropes, climbing and abseiling. Fishing and river cruises are available nearby and there are National Trust properties, gardens and vineyards to visit in the area. The picturesque Forest of Dean with its range of attractions is only 30 miles away, and the cathedral city of Worcester offering modern amenities is a 20 minute drive away.
Note: Babes-in-arms only.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas